Charging a power pack whilst stationary!

[Ezzie]

Morning all, RX 450h 2006… I’m currently in Pelion with no electricity and soon no water… I want to charge my power pack to keep my phone alive… I’ve switched the car on and plugged in to do this, just wondered if I’m a) compromising the starter Battery and b) how long can I run the engine without driving?
 

The roads are blocked so driving would be a problem. Rather urgent so appreciate advice soonest

Best

 

Ez 

[Spock66]

12 minutes ago, Ezzie said:

a) compromising the starter battery and b) how long can I run the engine without driving?

Should be fine, the engine will stop and start to charge the hybrid Battery as required.

I'd suggest turning off the aircon as that will be the main drain on the hybrid Battery when stationary.

[Ezzie]

Thank you Spoc 66… I have charged my phone and iPad so can stay updated on the tragedy that is the storm damage where I stay in Pelion… no apparent issues as you suggested. Much appreciated, Ez 

[Ezzie]

For those interested in the efficacy of using the hybrid batteries for charging phones etc without driving the car.… happy to report we switched the car to ‘on’ and charged Battery packs, phones and tablets for several hours every day over the 3 days we had no electricity. As suggested all auxiliary equipment was switched off. We took the car for a spin on Day 1 but realised not needed. I was very pleased the old Lexus came to our rescue… only thing I couldn’t charge was my laptop. Minimal petrol use too.

Best

Ez