Manual Service

Section3 (32) Chargingsystem

Faulttracing

240, 260 1975-19. .

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Contents
Op6ration Page

Test equipmentand systemdescription

Test equipment Suggestedequipment The charging system, brief description

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Fault tracing
Fault tracing . T h ed o n t so f f a u l t r a c i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ouick check pre-checks A. Mandatory troubleshooting Battery tesling . . B . B a r t e r y s t i n p r o c e d u r e.s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . te g chan Fault tracing system Faulttracingprocedures, charging p Alternatocopeatterns,...,,..,.....,,.,,,... sr
Wiring dragrams ., A l t e r n a t o rp e c i f i c a t i o n s . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . , , . . , , , . , s Transistor voltage regulator, specifications Charginga battery D i o d e k i l. . . . . . . . . . . .

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and battery charging System specifications

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fest equipment

Test equipment

Marquette 42-130volts ampere tester, SunVat40 volts ampere tester (or equivalent)

The unit containsa voltmeter, ammeter,built-in carbon pile resistor, and a diode/stator tester. When usingthis equipment similarequipment, or follow the manufacturer's instructions,

Digital multimeter (Volvo 9996525-3, 80228 or equivalent)

Fluke

Usedto measure current,voltageand resistance, Remember: take resistance To properly, readings the circuit beang tested must be electrically disconnected from adjacent circuits and voltage should not be Dresent,

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Test light Used to check for current drain or to checkfor voltagepresentin a circuit. Test light glowswhen approximately 150 milliamperes flow rhroughthe light (the amountoI currentneededto illuminate the test light variesbetweentest lights;150 milliamperesis approximate.)

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Hydrometer with thermometer (Volvo 998501 1-7, Snap-On BB4A or equivalent) The hydrometer used to measurethe specific is gravity of the electrolytein bartery cells. This givesan indication the battery's measurement of stateof charge.

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Low-amperagecharger {Marquette Model 30136, Schumaker43141 or equivalent) Recharges and 12 volt batteries 3 to 7 hours. 6 in Slow chargeof 6 amps preventsbatterydamage causedby overheating.

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Suggestedequipment
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(automotivol Oscilloscope of outDut. Givesa visualindication the alternator alternator faults. Can be usedto quicklyanalyze instructions with Refer manufacturer's to orovided of the unit.(Examples normalandabnormalscope patterns includedin Specilications are Soction.)

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Chargingsystem,brief description

NOTE Drawing to the left is only representative of charging sv5le-ns n general. Refer to speci lications specific for wiring diagrams.

Regulator

Thecharging system consists threecomponents, of the alternator, battery, and voltageregulator. A) Alternator Converts rotarymotionof the engineintoan the electrical current.Thereare two general types ol alternators usedon Volvos. One type usesan external regulatorand the other an integral (built'in)regulator. Shown is a repfesentative drawingof an alternator wirh integral regulator. B) Battery Storesan electrical chargefor startingthe car. The battery also helps smooth out voltage fluctuations. Thereare three typesof batteries, standard, low maintenance, and maintenance

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Standardbatterv
Water needs to be added Deriodicallv. amountsof gas. May emit significant

Low-maintenanca (Volvo presendy equips cars with low'maintenance batteries only) Never needs water added undernormal conditions. Check level at normal servicesorat least gassing. Reduced Low self-discharge.

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(Volvodoes not presentlyuse Maintenance-freo maintenance-free batteries)

No vent plugs. Water cannot be added. Very little gassing.

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C) Voltage regulators SEV externalregulator External regulator transistor Regulates solid state electronics. by No movingparts. Relivable, withstandvibration. can Canbe mounted the alternator an integral on as regulator,

Boschexternalregulator

Inlegralregulator Transistor type regulator mounted on the alternator. Compact.

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lntegralregulator

NOTE The regulated voltagevarieswith the tempera, ture of the regulator. the temperature the As of regulator increases, the regulated vohage decreases. some 1985 and latermodels, On the regulator connected a temperature is to sensor located beneath the battery tray;thus,the regu lated voltageis more precisely matchedto the systern's immediate requirements.

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Integral regulator

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Geneml

Faulttracing

This section explains theJault tracing method ofcorrecting charging system de{ects. Alllaulttracing must be done in the sequence prcsented in this section. "Short-cut" methods undermine theelliciency ofthe fault tracing method. FIRST Trogbleshooting Prc-checks then Battery Testing

Charging System Fault Tracing

The don'ts of fault tracing

observing the When testingor servicing alternator, an avoiddamaging unit and its regulator carefully the by followingprecautions:

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or A) Never disconnect battery cables thewiresto the requlatorcables whrle the engine is running.

8) Never reverse battery connections. Check the battery polarity with a voltmeter before making connecrrons ihe polariry rf signs"-" or "-" are not visible on the battery case.

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C) Disconnect batterycablesbeforehooking a the up fastcharger, Neverusea fast charger a booster as lor starting car. Do notcharge the batterywith battery installed car; gassing damage paint. in can the

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D) Avoid grounding the field circuit (D+,/61) between the alternator and the regulator, Grounding fieldof eitheralternator regu, the or lator may damagethe regulator.

E) Don'tgroundthe alternator outputterminal(B+i as this may damagethe alternator, circuit, the or both.This precaution must be followed even when the system is not operating,becausethe orrtput terminalon the alternator "hot" at all is times. Terminalsmust be coveredwith insulatingbootsor tape,

F) Never leave the ignition switch "ON when servicing the regulator.

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Ouick check
Do as for in with Tracing Table: nol u6ethistable a substitute the Fault TabletobeusedONLY conjunction Fault Tablel Tracing
Fault Probable Cause

Batterynot beingcharged not being or sufficiently charged.

Currentdrain

Batteryfault

Alternator fault

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Regulator fault

V belt loose

Charging systemoverload

Wiring fault

Frequent short trips lsee A1 on followingpage)

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Alternator warning lamp not lit up with engineOFFand ignitionswitch in ON position.

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Wiring fault

Alternator warning lamp glows dimly or flasheswhen engineis running. Faultybatteryconneclion

Regulator fault

Alternator fault

Wiring fault, loosefuse

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pre-checks A. Mandatory troubleshooting

AI Vehicleoperation Analyze the operation of the vehicle. Some problems(e.9.,partially-drained battery)may be the result of excessive strain on the charging system. Be aware that frequent trips of short durationconstitutea severedriving condition.lf this type of usage characterizes the vehicle's operation and charging system fault tracing procedures not reveal do anyfaults,then {on 1980 and earliermodels) installation a 'diodekit" the of (see last section of manual) may correct the

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Check for current drain A shortin the wiring or electrical equipment which remainson* when the ignition is off, drainsthe battery. Open the circuit at the negative( ) battery post and connecta test light in series. Glowingof test light indicates currentdrain.lf thereis a cuF a rent d.ain, isoldlethe faulry circuit by removing fuses one at a time until the currentdrain stops. Then continue isolatingthe problemby disconnecting the wires attached to the affected fuse. After isolalingthe faulty circuit,trace the circuit wiring until the fault is lound. Use appropriate wiring diagrams. Proceed 43. to *NOTE:Be aware that car's clock,or iljuminated domelight,etc.maycausesometest lightstoglow.

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Check V-belt tension Theperlormance the alternator, lifeolthealternaof the heavily tor bearings, the lifeof the V-beltdepends and on rnaintaining correci belt tension.Measurelhe the belt tensionby firmlypressing down on tne alternator rnrdway betwenlwo pulleys shown.The beltshould as Proceed A4. to move5/16in.(8mm). Adjustasrequired.

DEFLECTION

NOTE applicable). Replace beltsin sets(where

NOTE Make sure that instrumentpanel WARNING l i g h ti s o n w h e nk e yi s i n " O N ' p o s r t r o(n n g i n e e not running) lf not, refer to C4.

Check systems closely related to the charging

Poor engine performance a faulty startermay or cause what appearto be chargingsystemprob poorengine performance starter lems.Eliminate or faults as source(s) the problem. of Proceed Bat to tery Testing.

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BatteryTesting
Gen6rrl premature failurc oI bafteries laster than annhing else.Fill batterywithdistilled Lackof electrolyte causes A water;neverwith acid.Useonlydistilledwater, battery isextended usingthe purcstwateravailable. life by and scrubbod to any dirty batteryshouldbe removed with a bakingsodaand walor solution neutralize acid (On present, a dirtybattery theremaybecurrentdrainbetlveen theterminals.)Cautionr Besureventcapsare tight so no solutiongets into cellsto neutralize acid.Flushbattery the with cleanwater.

WARNING Wear safety glasses when working near batteries, All automotivobattarisgenoratehydrogngas which i6 highlyllammable,lf ignited by a sparkor flame, the gas may explodeviotentlycausingspraying of panicupersonal iniuries, acid,f.agmentation the battery,andpossible ot severe larly to the eyes. Avoid contact wilh battery acid. In case ol conact, llush (NOTE: affectedareaimmediately with waler, and consulta physician. Consult Owner's Manualfor correctjump-startingprocedure.) Chargobattoriosonly in a well-ventilated area.Alwaysbe surebattorychargers batteries. are "OFF" when connecting-loor disconnocting-lrom presented th BatteryTesting in All batterytests must be done in the sequence Chart (n6xt pagel. Always disconnectthe negative(-) battery cable{irst.

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Batterytesting chart
{APPLIES STANDARD, TO LOW.MAINTENANCE, AND MAINTENANCE-FREE BATTERIES)

CHECK FOR PROPER TESTCONDIIIONS, RFR O 81. T

. NOTEI 81 TO 86 REFER TO PROCEDURES WHICHFOLLOW.

CHECK FORVISUAL DAMAGE.REFER 82. TO

WHICHTYPEOF BATTERY BEING IS TESTED?

MAINTENANCE-FRE

CHECKIHE ELECTBOLYTE'S SPECIFIC GRAVITY, REFES TO 84. 50 POINTS AETWEEN CELLS B E L O W 2 2 5 1

LOAD TEST.FEFERTO 85. ABOVE9.6 VOLIS BELOW9,6 VOLTS PAOCEED FAULT TO TRACING, 2-5 BATTRY GOOD. NECHARGE '1260. TO

PERFORM 3-MINUTESULPHATION TEST. REFER 86. TO AEOVE15.5 VOLTS BELOW15.5 VOLTS

RECHARGE 1225 TO OR ABOV.

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B. Batterytesting procedures

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Checkbatterytest conditions Thebattery mustbeclean. batterytemperature The (1socand30oC), mustbebetween and100oF 600 in allowthe battery temperature normalize order to tests.Proceed 82. to to makeaccurate

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Visual inspection Examine the battery tor the following and correct where applicable: Battery rating incorrectfor vehicle requireWet or dirty case, Low electrotyte levels. Dirty or loose connections, Bent, loose, or broken posts. Crackedcase. Oiny or brown coloaedelectrolyte. Battery not securely held in place {loose hold-

A) Maintenance free batteries - proceed to 83 B) Standard or low mainlenance baileries Proceedto 84.

BattedeB Maintenance-free batteries lack filler caps. The battery is sealedexcepltor smallvent holes.Check batteryaccording to manulacturer's specilications,

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Use a temperature compensatinghydrometer (Ref to manufacturer's er instructions). Add to the hydrometerreading four gravity points (o.o04ifor each 10oF(5.5oc)that the ambienttemperature above80oF(27oC). is Subtractfour gravity points (O.OO4) each for 10oF(5.5oC) that the ambienttemperature is below80oF(27oC). A) Morethan 50 pointsbetweenhighesr and lowest cells -- replace batterygravityabove1225 8) Specific
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gravitybelow 1225 -- proceed 86. C) Specific to

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Load test Determinethe amp'hour rating of the battery beingtested. Multiplytheamphourratingtimes3. Thisis the loadcurrentrequired testing.(Loadcurrent for required for lesting can also be found by dividingthe "cold-cranking" ampereratingby

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Engine type 4 cylindergas 6 cylindergas Diesel

Battery rating 60 Amp./hour 70 Amp,/hour 88 Amp,/hour -

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NOTE lf Amp,/hourratingcannotbe found,usecharts at left to determine batteryratingAttach a load lcarbonpile resistoror variable high-rate batterydischarger) across battery the terminals 15 seconds. for Observethe voltmeter:

Battery cold-cranking Amp rating 360 450 600

Equivalent Amp/hour raling 60 Amp,/hour 70 Amp/hour 88 Amp/hour

A) Above9.6 volts - batteryis good recharge and ptoceedlo lhF chatg,ngsvstemfault tracing B) Eelow 9.6 volts - proceed 86. to

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Thfee-minute charge test The three minute charge test checks for a sulphated battery. Ouick charge the battery at 40 amps for 3 minutes. Checkthe voltage across the banerytenninals, with charger"ON."

A) Above 15.5 volts slow chargefor 20 hrs to "sulphation"condition; a reverse possible test agarn. Below15.5volts- recharge and proceed the to chargingsystemfault tracingchart.

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system Faulttracingchart,charging

LOADALT, TO 12 VOLTS.

ALI. CHECK DASHBOARO INDICATOF. IO ENGINE FEFFN C4. ON.

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Fault tracing procedures, chargingsystem Operations to C12 C1

Before testing Troubleshooting prechecks A1 to A4

Battory tests 8'l to 86 must be corrpleted NOTE: Consult the "Fault tracing chart" on the previous page prior to following the procedures listed here.

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Charging voltage, alternator unloaded Run engineat 2,000 rpm. equipment on. No accessory electrical Connect a voltmeter across the battery terminalsas shown. Observethe vohage.

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Charging voltage, regulator disconnected Turn ofl ignition(keyat position 0). Disconnect harnessat the regulator. the Attach a voltmeter across the battery. With engine running at approximately 2OOO rpm observethe voltage.

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Check amperage, alternator loaded Opencircuitat B+ batteryterminal. Installan ammeterand voltmeleras shown. Placea load on the alternatoruntil voltmeter reads 12 volrs.{Usethe Sun Vat-4O equivaor lent carbonpile resistor loadthe ahernator,) to Recordthe amperage(A)Comparemeasuredreadingwith readingson fault tracingchart.

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Check warning lights EngineON Observe the alternator warning lamp Note:Otherwarninglampsmay be illuminated at the same time due to the design of the ls the alternator warning lamp on?

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TURBOMODELS AND PRE-82 WITHGASOLINE ENGINE

C5-C7serveas an explanation ofthe methods used to determine correctchargingsystemoutput(see Charging SystemFaultTracingChart).

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ALTERNATOR

All Turbo Models, and Pre-1982 Models with gasolineengines On these models the current used to operatethe fuel pumps is drawn directlyfrom the alternator. Thus, on these models, it is not possible to read total alternatoroutput at the battery. The output measured at the battery, then, will reflect total alternator output minus the current necessary to operate the fuel pumps. NOTE given in the fault The output specifications tracing chart have been adjLrsted reflect the to above factors,

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DIESEL MODELS AND 1982 AND LATER WITHGASOLINE ENGINES

Diesel Models and '1982 and later models with gasoline engines

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On these models, the total alternator outDutcan be read at the batterv, i.e., on these models the current needed io operatethe tuel pumps is includedin the currentoutput measured the at battery. Thus, the correct output specifications given in the fault tracingchart are higher than thosefor the modelsdescribed C5. in

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Check alternator,using test brush holder Connecr volrnelcr acrossthe battery a Remove regLrlator. Installtest brush holder.

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Test brush holder CAUTION Do not allowvohage exceed to l6volts; damage to the car may result.

Check voltage drops Positive CircuitTest

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Connecta voltmeteracrossthe alternatorB+ terrninal and the battery's positive (+)terminal. Run eng ne at 2,0OO rpm. Load the alternator by turning on electrical equipment suchas headlights, andwindow fan, Observe the vohrneter.

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- lf ncessary scrape cleanbatteryterminals. and - Tightenbatteryconnections. - Checkground leadsbetweenbattery,engine, and body. - CheckB+terminalson stanerand alternator. Repairor replaceleadsas necessary that the so positive voltage ropsare lessthan .3 andnegative d voltage dropsaro lessthan .2 volts.

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Full fielding test, external regulators

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NOTE: This test serves to distinguish between alternator faults and regulator faults. Turn ignitionOFF.(Keyat position"0.') Disconnect regulator the wire harness romthe f regulator. Connect jumperwire from the D+ terminalto a the DF terminal. Connect a voltmeter across the alternator B+ terminaland ground. Start and run engineat 2,0OO rpm. the voltage. Observe

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Alternator wiring hamess test (removable harness only) Remove harness and checkfor shortsor opens with an ohmmeter. Cleanconnectors.

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Alternator scope patterns

NOTE must trace measuremeni On Volvos,the oscilloscope Any the betakenlromthe D+/61terminalof altemator. scopepattems, olher hookupwill resultin misleading whichcouldleadto inconectdiagnoses. NOTE vertical trace(of lesser Be awarethat a periodic inrensitythan the main horizontal trace)may 'pattern. This appearas a part of lhe "normal vertical trace is caused by the on'off switching Do such actionof the regulator. not misinterpret fault. a trace as an indication an alternator of

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Wiring diagnms

Wiringdiagrams
1975-1976 Group32 Charging System Wiing Diagram 1975-1976

Legend: A lgnitionswitch B Fusebox C InstrLrment cluster D Startermotor E Akernator F Voltageregulator

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1977-197AGroup32 Charging System WiringDiagram 1977-197A

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Soecifications
('Specifications given{or off-cartestingonly) 3-2 AltematorSpecifications are

Bosch

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400 400

756 757

Car 240

1975 Max.amperage Max,wattage Min.Current at Output 14V

EnginoType B2OF 55 amps 770 watts Alt. Speed 36A at 2,000 rpm 4OAat 2,350 rpm 55A at 6,000 rpm

Bosch

o120

912

Car 240

1976-77 Max.amperage Max.wattage Man, Current Output 14V at

EngineType B21A,F 55 amps 770 watts Alt. Speed 36A at 2,000 rpm 47A at 3,0OO rpm 52A at 4,000 rpm

Bosch

0120

932

Car 240

1974-8r
Max. amperage Max. wattage Min. Current Outputat 14V

EngineType B21A.F EXCLMPG 55 amps 77Owatts Alt. Speed 36A at 2,000 rpm 47A at 3,000 rpm rpm 52A at 4,0OO

Marchal

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716

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Car 240

'1978-1981 Max,amperage Max.wattage Min. Current Output 14V at

EngineType B21A,F EXCLMPG 55 amps 77Owalts Alt. Speed 36,4at 2,000 rpm 48A al 3,000 rpm 36A at 4,000 rpm

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Bosch

0120

Car 240

1981I\,4ax. wattage Min. Current Outputat l4V

EngineType 8 2 1 F .M P G 70 amps 980 watts Alt. Speed 30A at 1,500rpm 48A at 2,000rpm 67A at 6,000rpm

Bosch

0120 0120

469 469

670

lB2'lF, B23Fl (B23OF)

Car 24O

1982Max. amperage Min. Current Outputat 14V

EngineType 821F (ExclTurbo) 823F, B23OF 70 amps 980 watts Alt. Speed 464 at 2,000 rpm 58A at 3,000 rpm 64A at 4,000 rpm

Bosch

0120

Car 240

1982Max, amperage Max. wattage Min, Current Outpui at 14V

EngineType B2'I A, 823E. 821F Turbo 55 amps 770 watts Alt. Speed 35A at 2,000 rpm 48A at 3,000 rpm 53A at 4,000 rpm

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Marchal

712

Car 260

EngineType 1976-77 Max. ampefage Min. Current Outplrtat 14V 55 amps 770 watts Alt. Speed 35A at 2,000 rpm 48A at 3,000 rpm 53A at 4,000 rpm

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Marchal

Car 260

1974 Max.amperage Max.wattage Min.Current Outplt at 14V

Engine Type B27F 55 amps 770 watts Alt. Speed 35A at 2,000rpm 48A at 3,000 rpm 53A al 4,000 rpm

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Marchal

Car 260

1979-19a1 Maxamperage Max.wattage Min.Current Output 'l4V at

EngineType B2AF. B21F 55 amps 77Owatts Alt. Speed 35A at 2,000 rpm 48A at 3,000 rpm 53A at 4,000 rpm EngineType B2AF 70 amps 980 watts Alt. Speed 464 at 2,000 rpm 58A at 3,000 rpm 64A at 4,000 rpm

Bosch

0120

469

Car 260

1942Max.amperage Max.wattage Min.Current at Output 14V

Bosch

o120

CaI

260

1980 Max,amperage Max,wattage Min. Current Output 14v at

EngineType D24 55 amps 770 watts Alt. Speed 36,4at 2,ooo rpm 47A at 3,000 rpm rpm 52A at 4,0OO

Bosch

o120

CaI

260

1981 Max-amperage Max. wattage Min. Current Outputat 14v

EngineType D24 770 watts Alt. Speed 36,4at 2,000 rpm 40A at 2,350rpm 55A at 6,000 rpm

Bosch

0120

Cal

260

1942Max.amperage Max,wattage Min. Current Output 14v at

EngineType D24 55 amps 77Owatts Alt. Speed rpm 36A at 2,OOO 47A at 3,000 rpm 52A at 4,000 rpm

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Transistor voltage regulator Specifications Type ........................ Test conditions Fullycharged battery at r T e m p e r a t u r e v o l t a g ee g u l a t o r , . . . . , . . , , . . , . , . . . , . , . , , . . , , . . . Test values A l t e r n a t o rp e e d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 , 0 0 0r p m s Engine speed approx.3,000 rpm o . . . 5 ' 1 OA A l t e r n a t ol r a d Voltagemeasured acrossterminalsB+ and D- on alternator: Coldvoltageregulator 'l3.7-14.5V (reading within 1 min. after starting) Warm voltageregulator (reading 13.5-14.1V after runningfor 30 min.) Controltolerance with 47A (ratingx O.85) 55A alternator 7OA ahernator with 60,4 Controlvohageshould nowbeOtoO.3voklowerthanthepreviousreading. Integral voltage regdlatot Specilications Type early ype .....-..... t l a t et y p e . . . . . . . . . . . . . Test onditions c S t a t e f b a t t e rc h a r g e o y Air temperature warm . Temperature, regulator . . . . . . . ........ Test values
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.. Bosch 192052027 0 . . B o s c h1 1 9 7 3 1 1 0 0 8 ......Incar .................. m i n3 / 4 +25'C {77'F) . . . . . . +60-80'C 040-176oF)

..................... 6,000pm r A l t e r n a ts p e e d or . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,000pm r E n g i ns p e e d . . . . . . . . . e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-504' Alternator load . . . . . . . . B+ teminalsi Controlvoltage, between and D- altemalor (reading takenwithin mln).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .....14.4-14-BV 1 Cofdregulator 13.8-14.3V w a r mr e g u l a t( rr n i n i m u 1 5 m i na t 3 , 0 0 0 p m ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ou m m r Control lolerance
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Charginga battery
Check the level of the electrolyte, and iI necessarytop-up with dastilledwater. Charge the bartery for a minimumof 1Ohoursat the recommended charging current. Themaximum recommended charging currentis 0.1 x the capacity of the battery. EXAMPLE: Capacity 60 Ah, recommended is maximumchargingcurrentis: O.1x 60 = 64. After charging the battery, measure the specific gravity of the electrolyte in all the cells_The maximum permissible devialionbetweenthe highestand lowestvaluesmeasured 0.03. is It is recommendedto always slow-chargea battery.Fast-charging causesbatterydamageby overheating. The platesmay warp and bucklewhich can causeseparator damageand short circuita cell_ Violentbubbling and gasing ofthe electrolyte when fast-charging washesrhe activematerialtrom ptates; the this reduces the battery capacity,and can cause internal shons. It sulphation is present,chargeat a lower amperagerate (max.3 AMpS)for a longer period oftime, in order to remove any lead sullate trom the plates, In no casemaysurfatedbatteriesbe fast-chargedat high current rate.Sulfatedbatteriesgasexcessivelyduring initial charging period, therefore, observesalety precautionsouttined in the battery check section (2_4). A chargingtime ol 1O hours at a low currentlevelinsuresthat the batteryis not damaged bythe charging process. this is an inconvenient lI amount of time to have the car inoperable, substitute a batterymaf b6 installed temporarilv.

Diodekit
The Volvo diode kit P/N 75903-5 may be used to raisethe chargingrate.

CAUTION Do not use diode kit if charging voltage is abovethe shadodband in the graph.
Installdiode shown. as Check that system is not overcharging16 15,5 Charging voltage 15
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