Charging System: Description and Operation

General Description

The IC integral regulator charging system and its main components are connected as shown in illustration.

The regulator is a solid state type and it is mounted along with the brush holder assembly inside the generator installed on the rear end cover.

The generator does not require particular maintenance such as voltage adjustment.

The rectifier connected to the stator coil has diodes to transform AC voltage into DC voltage.

This DC voltage is connected to the output terminal of generator.

Circuit Operation
The generator generates an AC voltage in its windings as it is belt-driven by the engine. The rectifier converts this AC voltage to DC.

The voltage regulator, a component which is included in the generator frame, has a primary function of controlling the generator's output to meet electrical system requirements. This regulator controls the charge warning light.