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Henry, Mo.

10-12-2000 08:05:40

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The battery on my 2N seems to be fully charged and is starting good. According to the ampmeter it had been charging. Suddenly, the amp meter has gone to zero. Is this how the cutout works or do I have other problems, such as the generator needing rebuilding? Thanks for any help.

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Claus

10-12-2000 09:57:19

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Re: 2N 6 volt Generator in reply to Henry, Mo., 10-12-2000 08:05:40

Here is an easy way to discern if the problem is with the generator or the cutout relay. Connect a jumper and short out the cutout relay. (Connect the jumper to both sides of the cutout) if it now starts charging, most likely the cutout is defective. If no change, it would indicate that the generator is not charging. Of course, if one has a VOM, one could accurately diagnose the problem.
Happy Motoring
Claus

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aaronb

04-26-2003 09:24:40

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Re: Re: 2N 6 volt Generator in reply to Claus, 10-12-2000 09:57:19

I have a 2n which runsgreat and keeps chewing through new bateries. I changed the voltage regulator and installed a battery shut-off switch in case there is a short when it is off. I recently found that the neg (hot) terminal on the generator is the same as ground which is a problem, not only not producing juice but most likely shorting against the casing? What's the deal here? is there a way to fix this without a generator rebuilt?
thx ab

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aaronb

04-26-2003 09:17:31

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Re: Re: 2N 6 volt Generator in reply to Claus, 10-12-2000 09:57:19

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Henry, Mo.

10-12-2000 10:44:28

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Re: Re: 2N 6 volt Generator in reply to Claus, 10-12-2000 09:57:19

Thanks for the suggestions. I have a cheap volt meter but am not sure how I should check. Would I connect on the single post of the generator to determine if it is charging. I assume I would connect with the negative and ground with positive. Thanks again

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Claus

10-12-2000 11:30:40

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Re: Re: Re: 2N 6 volt Generator in reply to Henry, Mo., 10-12-2000 10:44:28

Yes, the negative (Black Lead) would be connected to the single post of the generator. The other lead to a good ground. Make sure the meter is set to Volts DC. You are looking for a reading of about 6 volts or better to close the contacts. This action connects the generator to the battery.
Happy Motoring
Claus

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Dell (WA)

10-12-2000 08:26:32

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Re: 2N 6 volt Generator in reply to Henry, Mo., 10-12-2000 08:05:40

Henry..... ..yep, nope,.....good guess, rebuild time.

Yep, the cut-out disconnects the generator from the battery when the generator is not "jennin". Usually, like when the engine is "off". But cut-out also disconnects the gen when the gen is not outputting like at idle engine RPMs.

But if this was a "sudden" failure, I'd be more likely to suspect the "cut-out". Its a whole lot cheeper than buying a rebuilt generator.

I would not be afraid to "rebuild" the generator my self. Brushes are cheep. Polish the commutator a little with sandpaper. Undercut the mica insulator between the segments if needed with a broken hacksaw blade.

Or if you are electrically challenged, take your generator into a "real" automotive electric shop and have it checked first and get a "quote". Should be a lot less than a "rebuilt" over the counter $125.

JMHO..... ..Dell

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