C.E. Niehoff & Co. N1609 Troubleshooting Guides - Manual (Page 6)

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Yes No
Alternator is defective.
Unplug alternator-to-regulator harness from regulator. Connect red lead from DMM to socket C in plug.
Connect black lead to socket F in plug. Does resistance read 1.5 ± 0.2 ohms?
Chart 2 – No Alternator Output – Test OVCO Circuit
Yes No
Replace existing regulator with known good regulator.
Run engine. Does OVCO trip?
Alternator is defective. Original regulator is
defective.
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Yes No
With red lead from DMM connected to socket C in plug, connect black lead to B– terminal. Does
resistance read OL (out of limits)?
Alternator is defective.
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Figure 4 – Alternator-to-Regulator Harness Plug
If you have questions about your alternator or any of these test procedures, or if you need to locate a Factory Authorized Service Dealer, please contact us at:
C.E. Niehoff & Co.• 2021 Lee Street • Evanston, IL 60202 USA
TEL: 800.643.4633 USA and Canada • TEL: 847.866.6030 outside USA and Canada • FAX: 847.492.1242
E-mail us at [email protected]
SOCKET CONNECTIONS
A  B–
B  AC
C  F–
D  B+
E  Alt Temp Sense
F  F+
G  Not used
Section C: Advanced Troubleshooting
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