ABerry01 0 #1 Posted September 1, 2021 I inherited a model 208-4 that is blowing the single 15 amp fuse. This model does not have headlights, gauges or other accessories. The fuse blows when the switch is put in the run position. If the fuse does not blow immediately, it will generally blow within 30 seconds. Occasionally, it does not blow and everything works fine. I discovered that if I disconnect the stator wire, the fuse does not blow. I checked the stator and it is putting out 24v AC. I noticed that the stator wire has connectivity to ground. I removed the stator and the wire is not frayed or shorted. Is it normal for the stator wire to have connectivity to ground? Does this mean the stator is bad? Thanks for any assistance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
8ntruck 7,654 #2 Posted September 1, 2021 to the forum. Lots of good folks here. Somebody will be along soon who knows more about Wheel Hores electrical systems than I do. Since the fuse does not blow all the time, it sounds like you have an intermittant short somewhere. Those can be tough to chase down. Start by inspecting the wiring, looking for thin spots in the insulation or places where it looks like the wires have gotten hot. I am not familiar with the 208-4 wiring, but if it has a seat safety switch, that would ba a good place to start. The seat safety switch is usually placed between the battery and the ignition switch, usually after the fuse. The wires to the seat switch are long and pass by many things that move, giving many opportunities for damage. Good luck and have fun. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,389 #3 Posted September 1, 2021 I think you will find all stator windings are grounded. What makes them work is the resistance in the wire so a good ohmmeter that will read low ohms would be required. I do not see any resistance specs for the stator. The AC output is spec'd so one needs to identify what charging system you have. These should help. Identity is by wire color and the color of the plastic wire connector. Let us know what you find so we can follow along. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ABerry01 0 #4 Posted September 2, 2021 Thanks for the quick replies... I have the 696457 full circle black wire, green connector stator. On my multi meter, set at 200 ohms, the test leads read 0.4 when connected together. When I test between ground and the stator wire, the reading is 0.8, so there is some resistance but this seems very low. I may need to pull the stator to get a better reading. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,389 #5 Posted September 2, 2021 That may be the problem. They are looking for 28 volts minimum. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ABerry01 0 #6 Posted September 9, 2021 I think I found the problem. When I peeled off the electrical tape from the main wire bundle, I found that the diode that converts the stator output from AC to DC was broken/missing. Anyone have a good source for the diode or know the specs for a replacement? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 13,683 #7 Posted September 9, 2021 (edited) Any automotive diode spec'd for 30v or greater and 20 amps or greater Ask at your local NAPA or Advance auto parts place. Be sure to install it pointed in the right direction! Edited September 9, 2021 by Handy Don 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,389 #8 Posted September 9, 2021 A 6 amp diode is usually easy to find Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ABerry01 0 #9 Posted September 10, 2021 Thanks for the quick replies. Hopefully this resolves the issue. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
