My Beach arrived today! ....but a little advice required please

[KernowBeach]

Apologies in advance for the ramble....

Well, the bright yellow van turned up this morning, delivered by a nice chap used by the dealer - so a good 3 + hour run.
All good, and not in anyway disappointed, considering it's a 12 reg - a few bonus bits too, like a made to measure Emma topper, sides for the awning, internal insulation screens etc
Obviously I've been fiddling with all the bits for a few hours, only to find that the starter battery went flat over that time, but leisure battery [LB] good at around 12.7v
Doors open, and maybe I left the ignition on?
Anyway, having put a bit of charge in and starting it, I then checked the voltage - charging to both the engine, and LB so that was all good.
I'm struggling to find any reference to the leisure battery in the handbook, or supplements - perhaps I'm missing something?
I would assume the interior lights and step lights would be taking load from the LB?
I'm familiar with LB's and charging complexities as I have a Hymer A class, but I really would like a bit more info on how VW set the LB up.
Maybe, it's just a tired starter battery?
It's showing around 12.8v now, so I'll leave it overnight and take another reading in the morning.

If you haven't fallen asleep yet - any advice gratefully received!

Regards,
Mike

 

[Perfectos]

Congrats

Starter battery will loose a small amount of power daily.
If it looses a couple of tenths overnight it's probably shot.
Smart charger hooked up for 24hrs will do it no harm if you have one.

12.6v is normal resting voltage for AGM (correct voltage)

Use it and see what happens, or if you have a warranty report to the seller

Edit, it will loose voltage over a few days , which is normal.

There are lots of posts on the subject.
The search function (top right) will assist

 

[colintfcolintf]

Congratulations!

 

[KernowBeach]

Yes that's the plan - and I'll check the voltage first thing, and then use my C-Tek for a proper charge cycle.
I do have a warranty to full back on
Just don't fancy driving to Bude for a couple of hours on the beach and finding I need a jump start!
Still surprised about the lack of focus on the LB in the handbook - perhaps I am missing a supplement?
Great vans though - they really get under your skin don't they!

 

[Perfectos]

You'll not be on the beach at Bude!
I'd be surprised if u needed a jump unless parked up for a week. ( unless starter is shot )
LB on a beach is singular battery under passenger seat (uk) split charge relay under seat, charge from alternator whilst driving and hook up (if you have one)

 

[KernowBeach]

You'll not be on the beach at Bude!
I'd be surprised if u needed a jump unless parked up for a week. ( unless starter is shot )
LB on a beach is singular battery under passenger seat (uk) split charge relay under seat, charge from alternator whilst driving and hook up (if you have one)

I suppose I'll be in the Beach at the beach really!
Yes, got the LB location thanks.
Starter is fine, both batts charging from alternator okay.
Tomorrow will make things clearer I'm sure.