TM 5-6115-465-12
NAVFAC P-8-625-12
T.O. 35C2-3-446-1
TM 06858B/06859D-12
(4) If solenoid actuates, but starter will not rotate en-
(p) Install adjusting nut (15) and install gasket
(14) and inspection plug (13).
gine, proceed as follows:
(a) Set selector switch of multimeter to the 50
(q) Install boot (12) and clamp (9) onto lever,
housing.
Vdc position.
(r) Install solenoid frame assembly (11) and
CAUTION
screws (10). Tighten clamp (9).
Maintain proper polarity when connecting
(s) Install connector (8) and secure with lock-
multimeter.
washer (5), nut (4), lockwasher (7) and nut (6).
(b) Connect multimeter between starter-to-sole-
noid terminal and ground terminal.
(t) Install electrical lead (3) and secure with
lockwasher (2) and nut (1).
(c) Observe multimeter while attempting to
d.
Testing.
start the generator set.
(1) Check specific gravity of batteries to determine
(d) If multimeter does not indicate approximate-
state of charge (paragraph 3-65). Charge or replace batteries
ly 24 Vdc, replace solenoid assembly (paragraph c. (2) above)
if necessary.
(e) If multimeter indicates correct voltage, check
(2) Open the right side engine compartment access
brush length (paragraph b. (1) above). Replace brushes if
necessary.
door. Listen for audible evidence of solenoid actuation
while someone attempts to start the generator set (para-
(5) If trouble persists, replace starter assembly.
graph 2-10).
e.
Installation. Install starter assembly in reverse or-
(3) If no sounds of solenoid actuation are heard, pro
der of removal procedures.
ceed as follows:
(a) Set selector switch of a multimeter to the
50 Vdc position.
BATTERY CHARGING ALTERNATOR.
a.
Removal
CAUTION
NOTE
Maintain proper polarity when connecting
multimeter. Electrical lead (3, Figure 3-12A)
is positive lead.
Test the alternator in accordance with
subparagraph c. below before removal
(b) Connect multimeter between positive
solenoid terminal and starter ground terminal.
(1)
Disconnect electrical connector (1, figure 3-13).
(2) Loosen alternator mounting hardware and remove
(c) If multimeter does not indicate approximate-
ly 24 Vdc, trouble is in wiring and not the solenoid.
v-belt (2).
CAUTION
(3) Remove screw (3), lockwasher (4), and flat washer
(5).
Always disconnect negative (ground) cable
first.
(4) Remove nut (6), lockwasher (7), flat washer (8) and
screw (9) to remove alternator assembly (10).
(d) If multimeter indicates approximately 24
Vdc, disconnect leads from starter.
(5) Do not remove screws (11 and 14), lockwashers
(12 and 15), adjusting bracket (13) and mounting bracket
(e) Using multimeter as an ohmmeter, check
(16) unless inspection reveals damage.
for indication of open circuit across solenoid terminals.
Cleaning and Inspection.
b.
(f) If multimeter indicates open circuit, re-
place solenoid (subparagraph c.(2) above).
(1) Clean alternator with dry, filtered, com-
pressed air and a soft bristle brush or wipe with a
clean, lint-free cloth lightly moistened with an
(g) If multimeter indicates continuity, recon-
approved solvent.
nect electrical leads.
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