Battery Charging; Battery Maintenance; Battery Test; Electrical Systems Wiring Diagrams And Battery Charging Systems - Kohler Courage SV470 Service Manual

Section 7
Electrical System and Components
Battery
of 250 cold cranking amps is recommended. The
actual cold cranking amp requirement depends on
engine size, application and starting temperatures.
As temperatures decrease, cranking requirements
operating instructions of the equipment this engine

Battery Charging

WARNING: Explosive Gases!

Battery Maintenance

accept and hold a charge.
1. Regularly check the level of electrolyte. Add
distilled water as necessary to maintain the
recommended level.
performance or early failure due to loss
of electrolyte will result.
2. Keep the cables, terminals, and external surfaces
acid or grime on the external surfaces can self-
rapidly when moisture is present.
3. Wash the cables, terminals, and external surfaces
with a baking soda and water solution. Rinse
thoroughly with clear water.
NOTE: Do not allow the baking soda solution to
destroy the electrolyte.
7.6

Battery Test

jump start using
Figure 7-6. Checking Battery Voltage.
Electrical Systems Wiring Diagrams and
Battery Charging Systems
Most engines are equipped with either a 9 or 15 amp,
Refer to the following wiring diagrams and
troubleshooting guides to test and service the system.
NOTE: Observe the following guidelines to
3. Prevent the stator leads from touching or
DC
Voltmeter
prevent damage to the electrical system and
components.
negative (-) ground system is used.
equipment powered by the engine.
shorting while the engine is running. This could
damage the stator.
Battery