GO-TO GUIDE FOR CARAVANS
Power SOURCES Caravans require a variety of power sources to keep everything running smoothly, and all of them will need to be topped up.
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ower supply has the potential to make or break your holiday. There are several individual and related power sources you may need to consider when setting up your rig, making it one of the most complicated parts of caravanning. Most of your caravan’s appliances (like lights, TV, etc.) will run on either (or both) 240V mains power and 12V battery power. Others, such as your cooktop,
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barbecue and, perhaps, a heater, will probably require gas, while a generator or space heater may use diesel. All these power sources need to be understood and considered to ensure a successful camping trip - from when and where you’ll access 240V power if needed and how you’ll power your 12V batteries, to where and how you’ll source and carry your additional fuels of gas, diesel and/or fuel.
