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    Sep 11, 2008, 11:21 AM
    Sears tractor not charging
    Voltage from altenator is 14 volts. Where do I hook this wire to charge the battery?
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    Sep 11, 2008, 03:13 PM
    If it is DC and positve(which it should be,) then to the positive side of the battery.
    Peace,
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    Sep 12, 2008, 11:32 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by crigby
    If it is DC and positve(which it should be,) then to the positive side of the battery.
    Peace,
    crigby
    When I hook the wire to battery + the engine shuts down
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    Sep 12, 2008, 11:44 AM
    Hi,
    Then it is not a charging system wire. My guess would be that it is an ignition ground. Charging usually red; ignition ground often white or yellow.
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