TM 55-2210-224-12
4-35. MAIN GENERATOR BRUSHES
This task covers:
a.
Inspection
b.
Removal
c.
Installation
d.
Adjustment
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Material/Parts
Tool kit SC4940-97-CL-E16
Soft stone (Item 24, Appendix E)
Spring scale 4910-00-366-1476
INSPECTION
WARNING
Remove
rings,
bracelets,
wristwatches, and neck chains before
working
around
the
locomotive.
Jewelry can catch on equipment and
cause injury, or may short across an
electrical circuit and cause severe
burns or electrical shock.
High voltage is used in the operation
of equipment. Do not be misled by the
term LOW VOLTAGE. Potentials as
low as 50 volts may cause death.
CAUTION
Snapping of brush springs when
raising and lowering to release dirt
may chip or damage the carbon brush.
1.
Open electrical equipment cabinet door and set
battery switch to OPEN.
2.
Unlatch and raise cover (1) until larger part of
the holes will clear the screwheads. Remove
cover
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