TM-9-2920-225-34 Technical Manual for M113 Generator Download

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TM 9-2920-225-34 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Check that brushes (1) are not cracked or oil soaked, and that they have no loose leads. If brushes are damaged, get new ones. Measure distance A on brushes (1). Brush length must be at least 1/4 inch. If brushes are less than l/4-inch, get new ones. Check that brush springs (2) are not overheated. Brush springs will turn blue if overheated. If springs are damaged, get new ones. Using spring pressure checker, load brush springs (2) with 8.6 ounces. Spring length must be 7/8 inch. If springs are not 7/8 inch when loaded, get new ones. Check that terminal and lead assembly (3) has no burned, frayed or broken wiring. If lead assembly is damaged, get a new one. GO TO FRAME 3 2-11