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This bulletin applies to all 12 or 24 volt alternators that have an internal fan (A1).
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Alternators that have an internal fan (A1) and are returned for warranty claims have been found to have no
faults. Incorrect diagnosis of faults has been attributed to:
Loose alternator connections
An inadequate ground path for the alternator to the battery
Poor battery condition
Incorrect pass or fail criteria for the alternator output.
For more information on the pass or fail criteria for the alternator output, refer to step 8 of test procedure, The
Alternator is not Charging or the Tachometer is not Operating or the Tachometer has an Intermittant Fault.
The following alternator testing and diagnosis procedure should be followed before a suspect alternator is
replaced.
Notes:
Stop the engine.
Before electrical connections are serviced, ensure that the battery is isolated from the circuit. There are
two methods for isolating the battery from the circuit. Disconnect the battery from the terminal or use the
battery isolation switch. Failure to isolate the battery from the circuit may cause the alternator diode and
regulator pack to fail.
If an alternator failure has occured, this may be due to an incorrect application or incorrect service
procedures. If any of these reasons are suspected to have occured, the validity of the warranty claim should
be questioned.
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Test Procedures
The following test procedures will assist you in fault finding on the alternator.
The Alternator is not Charging or the Tachometer is not Operating or the Tachometer
has an Intermittant Fault
1 Stop the engine.
2 Disconnect the battery before removing any connections from the B+ terminal (B1).
3 Identify the B+ terminal (B1) on the rear of the alternator.
Note: Dependant on the alternator types the back cover and terminals will vary in appearance. However, the
B+ terminal assembly and rectification procedure is common with all alternator types.
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4 Remove the cables from the B+ terminal to reveal the lower B+ terminal securing nut (C1).
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C D
Note: Ensure that the lower nut (D1) is fitted correctly. If the lower B+ nut (D1) and collar (D2) assembly is not
secure the alternator may fail to charge, charge intermittently or the tachometer output may fail or fail
intermittently.
5 Tighten the nut (C1) to a torque of 4-5 Nm (35-44 lb in).
6 Fit the connections. Tighten the connections to the the following torques:
B+ terminal 7 Nm (62 lb in)
D+ terminal 3.7 Nm (33 lb in)
W terminal 3.7 Nm (33 lb in).
7 Reconnect the battery. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, Battery - Replace.
8 Run the engine. Check that the alternator is charging and that the tachometer is reading correctly. The
alternator should charge between 13 and 15 volts for a 12 volt system and 26 to 30 volts for a 24 volt system,
when measured between the B+ terminal and the alternator body. If the voltage does not meet this
specification then the unit should be changed.
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6 Measure and record the voltage between the B+ terminal and ground.
7 Measure and record the voltage between the D+ terminal and ground.
8 The measured voltage for the B+ and D+ terminal should be 13 to 15 volts for a 12 volt system and 26 to 30
volts for a 24 volt system. If the measured voltages do not meet this specification and the procedures for
checking the alternator belt, battery condition and electrical connections have been completed, then the
alternator should be replaced.
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Issued by Perkins Engines Company Ltd, Peterborough PE1 5NA, England. Proprietary information of Perkins Engines Company Ltd
2007, all rights reserved. The information is correct at the time of print. This bulletin is for technical information only and cannot be used
as a basis for any claim including but not limited to warranty.
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