Champion R Series Operation & Service Manual page 13

Installation (continued)
b) Remove the black plastic cover from the back of the key switch box. Locate the black
rectangular rectifier diode. It is on the side closest to the engine. Gently pry back the
white plastic retainer clip on top of the diode closest to the key switch end and remove
the diode. See Figure 4
c) Replace the black plastic cover on the back of the key switch box. Insure rubber wire
grommet is installed correctly in the slot.
d) Tighten Phillips head screw.
4) Care should be taken when routing battery leads to insure that the leads are properly
supported and insulated.
5) The positive lead should be color coded RED and all connections should enclosed by non-
conducting covers. See Figure 2
6) The negative lead should be connected directly to the Honda engine using one of the four
3/8" diameter mounting foot studs.
7) Electrical connections should be regularly inspected to insure that they are clean and tight.
R-Series Engine
Operation & Service
RECTIFIER DIODE
Figure 4
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