Charging System Troubleshooting Charging System "Break Even" Test; Charging System Stator (Alternator) Tests - Polaris RANGER 1000 2020 Service Manual

CHASSIS / BODY ELECTRICAL
CHARGING SYSTEM
TROUBLESHOOTING
CHARGING SYSTEM "BREAK EVEN" TEST
Do not allow the battery cables to become
disconnected with the engine running. Follow the steps
below as outlined to reduce the chance of damage to
electrical components.
The "break even" point of the charging system is the
point at which the alternator overcomes all system loads
(lights, etc.) and begins to charge the battery. Depending
on battery condition and system load, the break even
point may vary slightly. The battery should be fully
charged before performing this test.
Never start the engine with an ammeter connected in
series. Damage to the meter or meter fuse will result.
Do not run test for extended period of time.
Do not run test with high amperage accessories.
1. Using an inductive amperage metering device, (set
to DC amps) connect to the negative battery cable.
2. With engine off, and the key switch and lights in the
ON position, the ammeter should read negative
amps (battery discharge). Reverse meter lead if a
positive reading is indicated.
3. Shift transmission into Park and start the engine.
With the engine running at idle, observe meter
readings.
4. Increase engine RPM while observing ammeter and
tachometer.
5. Note RPM at which the battery starts to charge
(ammeter indication is positive).
6. With lights and other electrical loads off, the "break
even" point should occur at approximately 1500 RPM
or lower.
7. With the engine running, turn the lights on and press
the brake pedal to turn the brake lights on.
8. Repeat test, observing ammeter and tachometer.
With lights on, charging should occur at or below
2000 RPM.
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CAUTION
CAUTION
CHARGING SYSTEM STATOR (ALTERNA-
TOR) TESTS
Three tests can be performed using a multi-meter to
determine the condition of the stator (alternator).
TEST 1: Resistance Value of Each Stator Leg
1. Measure the resistance value of each of the three
stator legs: Y1 to Y2, Y1 to Y3, and Y2 to Y3. Each
test should measure: 0.15 Ω ± 20%
TEST
Battery Charge
Coil
Battery Charge
Coil
Battery Charge
Coil
NOTICE
If there are any significant variations in ohm readings
between the three legs it is an indication that one of the
stator legs may be weak or failed.
TEST 2: Resistance Value of Each Stator Leg to
Ground
2. Measure the resistance value of each of the stator
legs to ground: Y1 to Ground, Y2 to Ground, Y3 to
Ground.
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CONNECT
OHMS
METER
READING
LEADS TO:
Less than 1
Y1 to Y2
Ω
Less than 1
Y1 to Y3
Ω
Less than 1
Y2 to Y3
Ω
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