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Anonymous Posted on Mar 01, 2014

Charging voltage coming to the boart but not going to battery connector

Voltage coming to the boart but not going to battery connector

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Anonymous

  • 27 Answers
  • Posted on May 11, 2009

SOURCE: battery light on.

some ford vehicles have an external voltage regulator. when theres more demand for power it gives it. but when theres too much itll lower it so it does not overcharge. at 1600 rpms there is more demand, plugs firing with more fuel in the cyl, if the alt is working properly the regulator could mess up and stop power from the alt. its a cheap fix or tryout...another big problem is ground if the system does not have an adequate ground nothin would work as it should.

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Dave Sargent

  • 488 Answers
  • Posted on Dec 27, 2009

SOURCE: alternator not charging battery on 2007 f-150

Replace the Alternator. Sounds like the internal brushes have worn out as you appear to have the correct feeds to it. If you are tempted to open the alt to have a look at the brushes, be careful as incorrect assembly can cause serious damage as can incorrect re-assembly. You can simply replace the brushes but I would advise against it as the copper rings the brushes rub on (the slip rings) will also be worn and require replacement, this is difficult if you do not have the experience. Also, the bearings should also be replaced as they will no doubt be worn too. Altogether a specialist job, so grab yourself an new or exchange alternator. if you have to get a second hand unit, have it tested BEFORE you fit it..

joecoolvette

joecoolvette

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  • Posted on Mar 06, 2011

SOURCE: won't charge, purchased new battery and new AC

The connector on the laptop that the AC adapter plugs into, is a DC Power Jack.

If your problem is indeed a reference to a Dell Inspiron 2600 series Notebook PC, if memory serves the DC Power Jack is soldered directly to the motherboard.

There are variations where the DC Power Jack is a separate unit, and connects to the motherboard via cables, (Wires), in some laptops.

Some laptops are poorly designed, in reference to how the DC Power Jack is attached to the motherboard.

With just the normal usage of plugging in, and unplugging, the solder joint/s of the DC Power Jack to motherboard may be cracked, and/or damage to the DC Power Jack itself may occur.

This will cause an intermittent connection, or no connection.

Most DC Power Jacks are composed of plastic, and have a metal shield.

An example of DC (Direct Current) may be viewed by examining a D cell battery, as used in a flashlight, or a laptop battery.
Stored DC electricity.

DC uses a Positive connection, and a Negative connection.

Viewing this one example of a DC Power Jack for a Dell Inspiron 2600 series Notebook PC,

http://www.discountelectronics.com/index.php?l=product_detail&p=14629

,the pins, or leads sticking out of the bottom, go down through the motherboard, and are soldered.
You can also see the basic construction.

In the jack opening, the pin to the middle/top is the Positive connection.
One of the pins in the opening to the side, is the Negative connection.

As you can see the cost of the DC Power Jack is relatively inexpensive.
The cost of replacing it isn't however.

The laptop must be completely disassembled down to the bare motherboard in your hand.
(ALWAYS OBSERVE Anti-Static Precautions!)
This may cost $100 on up. Depends on your area, and the shop.

This is Dell Support> Inspiron 2600> Service Manual,

http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins2600/en/sm_en/index.htm

Under > Removing and Replacing Parts > System Board, you're shown how to disassemble the laptop.

You can try a precursory examination in diagnosing, and with the AC adapter removed, ('Natch), plus the battery removed, see if you can wiggle the body of the DC Power Jack around.

See if any of the pins in the opening wiggle around.
If so this is a direct indication of damage to the DC Power Jack, or it's pins solder connections have cracked.

{Solder joint/s from the pins to the motherboard have cracked}

If upon this simple test, or going further, and viewing the DC Power Jack with the motherboard removed, reveals no apparent damage, then it's time to suspect the charging circuit.

I await your findings, and/or additional questions, post back in a Comment.

Regards,
joecoolvette

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Diether Masing

  • 784 Answers
  • Posted on Mar 15, 2011

SOURCE: my laptop doesnot charge battery nor boots on

Loading chip faulty!

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Arnie Burke

  • 7339 Answers
  • Posted on May 18, 2011

SOURCE: The charging system will not

u may have computer issues-scan for codes--chec all fuses including the maxifuse in engine area-some appear normal--a relay, module or wiring cud have flaws

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You ever find a fix for this problem?
I've got one too and I just noticed that the "green" charging light isn't coming on when it's plugged in to charge. I got the copter "used" and it apparently had a full charge when I got it home, but after using it and putting it on the charger over night, nothing. Reading the manual a little closer this morning, I noticed the "green" light is the "charging circuit: on" indicator. It's not coming on at all. (No, there are no switches etc.)
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(Since we're dealing with Li-ion batteries, extreme care must be taken. Possible fire hazard. Follow these steps at your own risk. I am not responsible for any personal injury, or damage to your helicopter.)
THAT SAID! :)
The unit uses 3 wires to supply power coming from the charger.
One is for power (+), one is ground (-), and the other would be for the charging circuit (+).
Now, the reason for the above warning is because with any charging system, there runs the risk of fire, explosion, or acid leakage when improper charging techniques are applied. Li-ion batteries more susceptible to this type of damage than traditional Ni-Cad batteries, but that doesn't mean you can't recharge them yourself if you're careful. (Be warned, you may decrease the life of your batteries this way, but then again, what does it matter if you can't fly the darn thing anyway right?)
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Since there is no additional output voltage listed, we can assume that this is the maximum listed amount of voltage and amperage that any one part of the system can handle at a given time.
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That said, you have a couple options.
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2. Find and use another.
Now we have to do something a little drastic here first. Unless you have a connector that fits the helicopter's connector (Check an old computer for one) you are going to have to take that little charging box apart and remove the one that's in there.
I don't suggest trying to splice directly into the wires of the helicopter as there is nothing wrong from the connector back to the helicopter. (If it ain't broke, don't fix it.)
Once you have this piece, follow the suggestions below.
1A. Using the one you have. - Since we know the "Red" wire and "Black" wires on your unit work, (indicated by the Red light you mentioned) you could simply splice the third "Grey" and the "Red" wires together PRIOR to the connector leading to the helicopter. This would divert power from the "Red" (power) circuit to the "Grey" (charging circuit) thus supplying power to the charging circuit. Now this will bypass the part of the circuit board that stabilizes the current in such a way that is safe for Li-ion batteries, but then again, most of these fixes are going to do this anyway.
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Next, take the positive lead from the transformer and splice it into both of the other leads (Red/Grey) of the same connector.
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