Meade Go To power supply

I purchased a Kendrick 12/18vdc field power supply. It came with a cord specific for Meade. Said cord would supply 18vdc. Looking for seasoned advise... Will I regret plugging in my XL85? All specs read 12v and as always, I ask three people, I get three opposing opinions. 1,000 Thanks in Advance! 

Originally Posted by Ernest Stone

I purchased a Kendrick 12/18vdc field power supply. It came with a cord specific for Meade. Said cord would supply 18vdc. Looking for seasoned advise... Will I regret plugging in my XL85? All specs read 12v and as always, I ask three people, I get three opposing opinions. 1,000 Thanks in Advance! 

I doubt that using such a power source would be a problem but have you tried calling Meade customer support?

https://www.meade.com/content/support

Originally Posted by Rod Kaufman

I doubt that using such a power source would be a problem but have you tried calling Meade customer support?

https://www.meade.com/content/support

Yes, I did. Double checked and that is the address I used. Over a week and no reply. I also have this number for Meade: 800-626-3233 and the message connects me to another message offering another email address. 

I do recall mounts reading 12 -18vdc in the past. Just can't find anything after many searches. 

I plan to call some distributors tomorrow.

Thanks for your response Rod!

Meade replied, "No, don't do it!" I was hoping to hear the higher voltage will create less current draw and my battery will last 50% longer. My hopes are dashed.