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Originally Posted by clearsea  The charger I got (aimed at trolling boat market) apparently does not have that capability, and merely floats the batteries with minimal amperage once the initial charging stage is done..... |
Therein lies the rub. This charger is inappropriate for the application. It's a trolling motor battery float (trickle) charger, not a marine shorepower battery charger/power supply. Dump it for what you can (or keep it as an emergency spare) get the appropriate device.