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Old Sep 26, 2003 | 06:40 PM
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Question Charge Protect

Well the aux. idle controller came today. Have one question. What exactly is charge protect for?
 
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Old Sep 26, 2003 | 10:28 PM
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Not exactly sure, but I think it monitors your amp draw and idles the engine up to maintain at least 12 volts or more if it senses a great draw on the electrical system. Basically it's a governor for you charging system and varies the throttle as needed. At least I think that's it.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2003 | 07:30 AM
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Philn has it, it maintains the batteries.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2003 | 01:33 PM
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thanx guys wasnt quite sure.
 
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