[T2] Alternator charging?

[C. Dreike]

Richard,

I believe you need at least 13.75V for the battery to charge. Some 
systems go as high as 14V.
Measure the battery voltage at the terminals with the engine and all 
electricals OFF.
Start the engine and measure once again. There should be a very 
measurable difference.

How accurate is your meter?

To check the meter you can use some brand new alkaline batteries. AA 
cells work well. Each battery should measure approximately 1.60V. 
Place several in series and see if the multiple of the battery voltage 
is close to what your meter reads. 4 cells should give you 6.4V. If 
you are within a few percent of that, you should be getting good 
readings at 13-14V.

I just checked 2 Duracells and 2 Energizers. The 1.60V number appears 
to be good. My meter is an almost new Fluke 87 with a calibration cert 
good for another year.

Chris

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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Richard Jack" <richardhjack at yahoo.com>


I just tested it with the meter.  I got 13, with no change if running 
or not.  So, I'm assuming it is not charging.
Right?


Richard
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