Figure 4-41.3. Alternator testing. (Sheet 3 of 8)

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Figure 4-41.2. Alternator testing. (Sheet 2 of 8)

TM-55-1905-217-12 Landing Craft Mechanized; Steel; DED; Overait Length 74 Feet Mod 1 Marl VIII Navy Design LCM-8 Hull Numbers 8500 and 8580 thru 8618 Manual

Figure 4-41.5. Alternator testing. (Sheet 5 of 8)

TM 55-1905-217-12

Figure 4-41.3. Alternator testing. (Sheet 3 of 8)

NOTE

Alternator illustrated in figure 4-43 is mounted on the

inboard engine of the starboard propulsion unit on hull

numbers 6500 thru 8519. Alternators on port propulsion

units end alternators on hull numbers 8620 thru 8560

and 8580 thru 8619 are mounted differently but removal

procedure are similar.

e. Cleaning. Clean all foreign matter (oil, grease,

dirt, etc.) from alternator and wiring.

f. Removing Brush and Holder Assembly.

(1) Remove alternator rear housing cover (fig.

4-43).

(2) Remove screws or clips from terminals.

(3) Lift brush assembly up and away from the

slip rings.

g. Cleaning and Inspection of Brush Assembly.

(1) Clean brush assembly with an air hose.

(2) Check length of brushes; replace if they

extend -less than 1/4 inch beyond brush holder.

(3) Check wires and terminals for wear and

breakage.

h. Installing Brush and Holder Assembly. Install

brush holder assembly in reverse order of removal.

Figure 4-41.4. Alternator testing. (Sheet 4 of 8)

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