alternator, solenoid doofus!

[skylark]

when it says, "running engine with solenoid off WILL damage alternator" what is the damage they're referring to? don't ask why I'm asking

 

[Bt Doctur]

and just where does it say this? sounds like a misprint.

 

[skylark]

and just where does it say this? sounds like a misprint.

on both panels just below the solenoid switches, not a misprint, ran it without the starboard solenoid on for about an hour, realized this back at the slip, i'll check the charging system out tomorrow...

 

[IanBat]

Alternators should not be run without battery connected, basically can damage the alternator


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[Bt Doctur]

solenoid=battery switch????

 

[Air O'Nautical]

Well I haven't done it but, I understand if the alternator is charging (motor running) and not connected to a battery it will blow the charging diodes.
Or, some how fry itself internally and becomes a fancy paper weight.
Good new is a new alternator isn't all that costly.

Some of our more savvy electrical experts might explain it correctly.

Good luck.