COMPRESSOR GP-REFRIGERANT 2914138 - Caterpillar

Engine Electrical System
The electrical system has three separate circuits:
Charging circuit
Starting circuit
Low amperage circuitSome of the electrical system components are used in more than one circuit. The following components are used in each of the three circuits:
Battery
Circuit breaker
Battery cablesThe charging circuit is in operation when the engine is running. An alternator generates electricity for the charging circuit. A voltage regulator in the circuit controls the electrical output to keep the battery at full charge.
The disconnect switch, if equipped, must be in the ON position to let the electrical system function. There will be damage to some of the charging circuit components if the engine is running with the disconnect switch in the OFF position.
If the vehicle has a disconnect switch, the starting circuit can operate only after the disconnect switch is put in the ON position.The starting circuit is in operation only when the start switch is activated.Alternator
Never operate the alternator without the battery in the circuit. Making or breaking an alternator connection with heavy load on the circuit can cause damage to the regulator.
The alternator is used to charge the storage battery during engine operation. The alternator is cooled by a fan that is a part of the alternator.The alternator converts mechanical energy and magnetic field into alternating current (AC) and voltage. This process is done by rotating an electromagnetic field (rotor) that is direct current (DC) inside a three-phase stator. The alternating current and the voltage that is generated by the stator are changed to direct current.Starting Motor
Illustration 1 g06135238
(1) Post for Battery Cable
(2) Terminal for Ignition Switch
(3) Solenoid
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(4) Solenoid
(5) Plunger
(6) Mechanical Linkage
(7) Clutch
(8) PinionThe starting motor is used to turn the engine flywheel at a rate that will allow the engine to start running.The starting motor has a solenoid. When the ignition switch is turned to the START position, the starting motor solenoid will be activated electrically. The solenoid plunger will now move a mechanical linkage. The mechanical linkage will push the pinion to engage with the flywheel ring gear. The pinion will engage with the ring gear before the electric contacts in the solenoid close the circuit between the battery and the starting motor. When the circuit between the battery and the starting motor is complete, the pinion will turn the engine flywheel. A clutch prevents the starting motor from turning too fast.When the ignition switch is released from the START position, the starting motor solenoid is deactivated. The starting motor solenoid is deactivated when current no longer flows through the windings. The spring now pushes the plunger back to the original position of the plunger. At the same time, the spring moves the pinion gear away from the flywheel ring gear.Starter Operation
Illustration 3 g06135246The starter is activated when all of the following occur:
The Key Switch is turned to Start and all safety interlocks are met:
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