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3 AMP DC ALTERNATOR SYSTEM -
DIODE IN HARNESS SLEEVE
This system has a diode included in the red wire which
converts the alternating current (A.C.) to direct current.
The direct current (D.C.) is used to provide a trickle
charge for the battery. The leads from the alternator
and the type of connector may vary, but the output
readings will be the same.
CHECKING THE SYSTEM:
Remove the fuse from
fuse holder and check the fuse to make certain it is
good. If faulty, replace with a six (6) AMP fuse.
To check D.C. output, separate the connectors at the
engine. Place the probe (+) in the red wire lead
connector. Ground the other probe to the engine (diag.
11).
With the engine running minimum values should read:
2500 R.P.M. - 8.0 Volts D.C.
3000 R.P.M. - 9.5 Volts D.C.
3300 R.P.M. -10.5 Volts D.C.
3600 R.P.M. -11.5 Volts D.C.
If one of these minimum readings are noted, the
system is okay. Check for bad battery, ammeter, wiring,
etc.
If no reading or less than the above reading, proceed
to make an A.C. output check by pulling back the
protective coating from the wire on the alternator side
of the diode. Test the A.C. voltage before the diode
using an A.C. voltmeter.
With the engine running minimum values should read:
2500 R.P.M. - 18.0 Volts A.C.
3000 R.P.M. - 22.0 Volts A.C.
3300 R.P.M. - 24.0 Volts A.C.
3600 R.P.M. - 26.0 Volts A.C.
If low or no voltage is experienced, replace the
alternator. If the alternator puts out the minimum A.C.
voltage, replace the diode.
To replace the diode, disconnect at plug (spade
terminal) and cut the wire on the opposite end of the
diode at the solderless (crimped) connector. Remove
1/4" (6.35 mm) of insulation from the cut end of the
wire and twist the strands together. Place the
solderless connector from the new diode onto the
exposed 1/4" (6.35 mm) wire and crimp the connector
with a standard electricians pliers. Reconnect plug end
(or spade connector (diag. 12).
NOTE:
DO NOT USE ACID CORE SOLDER. BE
CAREFUL NOT TO APPLY HEAT DIRECTLY TO THE
DIODE - USE A HEAT SINK.
New heat shrink tubing can be installed by slipping
over the wires and heating with a hot air gun. If this is
not available, tape the diode and connections with
electrical tape.
GREEN
DIODE
11
RED
IF BULB DOES NOT LIGHT OR LIGHTS WHEN
POLARITY REVERSED, DISCARD DIODE.
12
13
D.C.
FUSE HOLDER
SOLDERLESS
CONNECTOR
SPADE
CONNECTOR
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