TM-9-2920-257-30&P Maintenance and Parts Manual for 200 Amp M113 Generator Download

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TM 9-2920-257-30&P CHAPTER 3 GENERATOR MAINTENANCE Section I. PN 2260AC AND A0012266AA 3-1. CONSTRUCTION The generator is a belt driven, air-cooled device used for producing the necessary direct current to charge the vehicle and equipment batteries. The generator consists of a drive housing, stator, rotor, anti-drive end housing, and cooling fan. The drive end housing contains positive and negative rectifiers, brushes, seals, and bearings. 3-2. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS a. The procedures discussed in this section cover complete disassembly of the generator. b. In cases where the generator does not require complete disassembly, disassemble only to the point required to inspect, clean, and replace the damaged component. 3-3. GENERATOR REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS a. Generator Cleaning Procedures. (1.) Clean exterior surfaces of generator as follows: Change 1 3-1