Turning off Ignition?

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Universal Diesel Engine Owners Manual - Wiring Diagram - Marine Diesel Direct / TOAD Marine Supply

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Originally Posted by sartorst

Universal Diesel Engine Owners Manual - Wiring Diagram - Marine Diesel Direct / TOAD Marine Supply

Which upon careful examination will show that the key switch is not wired into the Alternator output , such that turning it off will cut the output circuit. This diagram is pretty standard , you can see the battery is permanently connected to the alternator output via the series amp meter.

As I've said I have never seen the key switch switching the output of an alternator. It doesnt make sense. These key switches are typically relatively low current ( 5-15 A) devices and totally unsuited to carrying even small alternator outputs


Dave