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Old 02-09-2010
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As stated above you could use the generator to power an ac charger. Best to keep the charger to about 35% of the generators output for the most efficient charging though. Some chargers don't get along that well with the waveform produced by many generators and will produce a lower amperage when the generator is producing near its max output.

But why go sailing to listen to a generator if you don't have to. With LED lighting and careful management, especially if you don't have any refrigeration or electronics like radar using power, a solar panel or two as mentioned above can supply all you need.
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