Ducati Monster 695 User Manual page 582

Charging system – battery
Fit rotor (B), stator (A) and generator cover.
Connect the generator-side electrical cables (see diagram in
Rectifier - regulator
The rectifier-regulator (1) is fixed to the oil breather tank (2) and to motorcycle frame.
The rectifier-regulator consists of an aluminium casing containing the diodes that rectify the current produced by the
generator. It also has an electronic device controlling the power supplied by the generator depending on battery
voltage.
If the battery is flat, value of power supplied can set the battery to its original optimal operating conditions.
If the battery is charged, power value will be lower.
Note
To check recharging current, use the DDS, please refer to
Removing the regulator
Remove the seat (Sect. E 3,
Remove the fuel tank (Sect. L 2,
Open the clamp and disconnect generator/regulator connector from the wiring harness (see diagram in
of wiring on frame" Sect. P 1).
Undo the retaining screws (3) that hold the regulator to the oil breather tank (2).
Caution
Do not disconnect the battery cables while the engine is running. Disconnecting battery cables when the engine is
running will damage the regulator.
Refitting the regulator
Position regulator (1) on oil breather tank (2).
Secure it with the screws (3)
Tighten screws to the specified torque (Sect. C 3,
Connect generator/regulator wiring connector to main wiring and lock cable tie.
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Removing the seat).
Removing the fuel tank).
Frame torque
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"Checking the charging
settings).
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