Integral Generator/Regulator

When the engine is started:

• Generator (GEN) (10300) begins to generate alternating current (AC).
• The alternating current (AC) is converted to direct current (DC) by the rectifier (10304) .
• Current is supplied through the vehicle's system through the output stud located on the rear of the generator .
• Generator output current is determined by the voltage at the 'A' circuit (battery sense voltage).
• 'A' circuit voltage is compared to a set voltage internal to the generator regulator (10316) .
• Generator regulator controls the generator field current to maintain proper generator output.
• Set voltage will vary with temperature.
• Set voltage is typically higher in the winter.
• Set voltage is typically lower in the summer.
• Varying set voltage allows for better battery recharge in the winter.
• Varying set voltage reduces the chance of overcharging the battery (10653) in the summer.