Kohler 1.4BEOR-12V, Operation

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TP-6687 9/10 13 Section 2 General Description and Technical Data
Section 2 General Description and Technical Data
2.1 Generator System
Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 show the main components
of the generator. The function of the generator is to
supply energy using a diesel engine.
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1. Electronic control unit (ECU) 2. Power unit
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Figure 2-1 System Components
2.1.1 Alternator
The function of the alternator is to keep the vehicle
battery and the system charged. See Figure 2-2.
1. Muffler 2. Alternator
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Figure 2-2 System Components
2.2 Operating Limit Conditions
Alternator operating limits: The 1.4BEOR power unit
uses an alternator that is able to supply enough energy
to guarantee the function mentioned under Section 2.1.
Minimum charge level of the vehicle’s battery
required for system operation:
In the event that the
vehicle remains inactive for long periods of time and if
the system’s battery charging function is deactivated or
the battery charge level falls below 10.5 volts (minimum
threshold for the system to operate), the system will not
be able to start.