User Guide
Voltmeter
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When your engine is
not
running, but the ignition
is
in
the
RUN
position, this
gage shows your battery’s
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state
of
charge
in
DC
volts.
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When the engine
is
running,
the
gage shows the
condition
of
the charging system. Readings between the
low
and high warning zones indicate the normal
operating range.
Readings
in
the
low
warning zone may occur when a
large number of electrical accessories are operating
in
the vehicle and the engine
is
left at an idle for an
extended period. This condition
is
normal since the
charging system
is
not able
to
provide
full
power at
engine idle.
As
engine speeds are increased,
this
condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds
allow
the
charging system to create maximum power.
You can only drive for a short time
with
the
reading
in
either warning zone.
If
you must drive, turn
off
all
unnecessary accessories.
Readings
in
either warning zone indicate a possible
problem
in
the
electrical system. Have the vehicle
serviced
as
soon as possible.
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