Generator Output
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- Connect charging system test equipment following manufacturer's instructions. Check charging system output voltage at 2000 RPM. See GENERATOR OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS table. If output voltage is high, replace voltage regulator and retest. If output voltage is low, go to next step. If output voltage is correct, go to step 3.
- If output voltage is low, by-pass regulator (full field generator) by grounding terminal "F" at back of generator. See Fig 1, Fig 2 or Fig 3 . Recheck charging system output voltage. See GENERATOR OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS table. If output voltage is high, replace voltage regulator and recheck. If output voltage remains low, repair or replace generator.
- With engine at 2000 RPM, place heater blower switch on highest setting and turn on headlights (high beam). Ammeter reading should be 30 amps or more. If amperage output is less than 30 amps, repair or replace generator.
GENERATOR OUTPUT SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Amps | Volts | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES300, GS300, GS400 & SC300 | 10 Or Less | 13.2-14.8 | ||
| LS400 & SC400 | 10 Or Less | (1) 13.7-14.8 | ||
| RX300 | 10 Or Less | 13.5-15.1 | ||
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