Disconnect battery before charging?

[aeviaanah]

I have a deep cycle battery that is hooked up to bilge pump and trolling motor. I also have a starting battery that is hooked up to motor and fish finder is it ok to charge while still connected to these items?

 

[jojo]

Yeah, you can charge with these items connected.

 

[LOWEBIGJON]

I always do..no problems so far

 

[devilmutt]

The only thing I disconnect is the trolling motor, but that's only because I charge through the trolling motor plug.

 

[FuzzyGrub]

As long as the device has a off switch and it doesn't allow power to the device, it will be OK. The only device I have that doesn't, is my MG Wireless Trolling motor. As long as it is plugged in, it is on and awaiting a command. The manual says to unplug it while charging.

 

[aeviaanah]

Thanks everybody!

 

[rusty.hook]

Mount an on-board charger up front and no problems.