Alternator: Description and Operation

The charging system consists of the following components:
^ generator (1).
^ integral rear-mounted voltage regulator (2).
^ generator warning lamp.
^ associated wiring.

The generator and voltage regulator:
^ supplies current to the electrical system.
^ charges the battery.
^ adjusts the generator field current to increase or decrease generator output.
^ turns the generator warning lamp on when a problem is detected in the charging system.