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Batteries don’t live forever. Eventually, even the best-maintained batteries will require replacement. When the time comes for you to replace your motorhome’s house batteries, follow these ten easy steps to make sure the job is done right. 1. Power down your RV. Unplug from shore power. Turn off the inverter and the generator. Disengage the Auto Gen-Start program. Turn the batteries off at the cut-off switch and pull the fuse to the solar panel system (usually located near the batteries). If the batteries are housed under a slide room, retract the slide. Gather your tools — half-inch box-end wrench, adjustable pliers, battery corrosion inhibitor, baking soda, a stiff wire brush or sandpaper, and a hose hooked to a faucet connection. 2. New batteries must be positioned in proper sequence. Before removing the
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Rechargeable (Secondary) Batteries
Rechargeable batteries or secondary batteries contain active materials that can be regenerated by charging. When the energy produced by rechargeable batteries drops below optimum efficiency, secondary batteries may be recharged in a couple of ways, depending upon their construction. 
Lithium Batteries
Lithium batteries have a lithium anode. They are available as both primary batteries and secondary batteries.
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Reserve batteries are designed to retain their charge during long storage periods. The electrolyte is kept separate from the rest of battery to avoid self-discharge.
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