Charging System: Generator: Inspection
- INSPECT GENERATOR DRIVE END FRAME BEARING
- Rotate the bearing and check that there is no abnormal noise and that it rotates smoothly. If necessary, replace the bearing (See DISASSEMBLY ).
- INSPECT GENERATOR ROTOR ASSEMBLY
- Check the rotor for an open circuit.
- Check if the rotor is grounded.
- Check that the slip rings are not rough or scored. If rough or scored, replace the rotor assembly.
- Using a vernier caliper, measure the slip ring diameter.
Standard diameter: 14.2 to 14.4 mm (0.559 to 0.567 in.)
Minimum diameter: 14.0 mm (0.551 in.)
If the diameter is less than the minimum, replace the rotor assembly.
- INSPECT GENERATOR ROTOR BEARING
- Rotate the bearing and check that there is no abnormal noise and that it rotates smoothly. If necessary, replace the generator rotor.
- INSPECT GENERATOR BRUSH HOLDER ASSEMBLY
- Using a vernier caliper, measure the exposed brush length.
Standard exposed length: 10.5 mm (0.413 in.)
Minimum exposed length: 4.5 mm (0.177 in.)
If the exposed length is less than the minimum, replace the brush holder assembly.
- Using a vernier caliper, measure the exposed brush length.