Kohler COMMAND CV17-745 Service Manual page 117

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To replace the battery, remove the outer set of screws
on the faceplate and carefully lift the panel from the
body. Unplug the connector and pull battery (with
mounting tape) off the back of the tester. Attach the
connector to the new battery and mount the battery to
the case with double-backed tape. Reinstall the
faceplate and secure with the four screws.
Battery Charging System
General
Most engines are equipped with a 15 or 20 amp
regulated charging system. Some have a 25 amp
regulated charging system. See Figure 8-14 for the
15/20/25 amp charging system diagram. Some
engines utilize a 3 amp unregulated system with
optional 70 watt lighting circuit. Refer to Figure 8-18.
15/20/25 amp Regulated Charging System
Figure 8-14. Wiring Diagram - 15/20/25 amp Regulated Battery Charging System.
Electrical System and Components
NOTE: Observe the following guidelines to avoid
• Make sure the battery polarity is correct. A
• Disconnect the rectifier-regulator plug and/or the
• Prevent the stator (AC) leads from touching or
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damage to the electrical system and
components:
negative (-) ground system is used.
wiring harness plug before doing any electric
welding on the equipment powered by the engine.
Also, disconnect all other electrical accessories in
common ground with the engine.
shorting while the engine is running. This could
damage the stator.
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