ym2000 question.

   / ym2000 question. #1  

lancem

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Martin,Ga
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YM2000
Can anyone tell me if wile my tractor is running and I turn the key to the off position will the alternator still charge the battery. Thanks:)
 
   / ym2000 question. #2  
I don't think so, but I could be wrong
 
   / ym2000 question. #3  
Put a voltmeter on the battery with the key on and off and see what you get.
 
   / ym2000 question. #4  
Don't ask how I learned this .... an old battery in poor condition will barely start the tractor if the key was off while you worked all morning before you stopped for lunch.

So no, there is no charging while the key is off.
 
   / ym2000 question. #5  
Maybe mine has a short or something grounded that shouldn't be, but if I leave the key 'on' and not switched 'off' it will pull the battery down after a few sessions.
 
   / ym2000 question. #6  
If the motor is running, which means the alternator is spinning then yes you are charging.
 

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