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Output Test

With ignition switch off and battery ground cable disconnected, connect ammeter between alternator terminal "B" and cable. Connect voltmeter between "B" (+) terminal and ground. Connect ground cable and observe battery voltage. Start engine and turn all lights on. Run engine to produce alternator RPM specified and check ammeter for specified output.

NOTE: Alternator RPM is approximately twice engine RPM.
Fig 1: Alternator Output Test Arrangement
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