ARMY TM 9-6115-639-13
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-386-51
MARINE CORPS TM 10155A-13/1
4-23. VOLTAGE ADJUST RHEOSTAT MAINTENANCE
This task covers removal, inspection, and installation.
INITIAL SETUP
Tools:
Equipment Condition:
Tool Kit, General Mechanics Automotive
Generator set shut down (Para. 2-9)
(Item 2, App. B, Sect. III)
Battery cables disconnected
Soldering Iron (Item 6, App. B, Sect. III)
Cable disconnected for SLAVE RECEPTACLE
Heat Gun (Item 7, App. B, Sect. III)
Parts / Materials:
Solder (Item 12, App. E)
Heat Shrink Tubing (Item 13, App. E)
A. REMOVAL.
1.
Remove knob (4, Figure 4-14) from shaft of
VOLTAGE ADJUST rheostat (3) by loosening
setscrews (5).
2.
Turn quarter-turn fasteners (1) to unlock and open
control panel (2).
3.
Remove rheostat (3) from control panel (2) by
removing attaching nut (6) and lockwasher (7).
4.
Peel back heat shrink tubing to expose electrical
wires on rear of rheostat (3). Using a soldering
iron, detach electrical wires from rear of rheostat.
B. INSPECTION.
1.
Inspect rheostat for corrosion and obvious
damage. Rotate rheostat shaft to ensure smooth
operation.
2.
Inspect electrical wiring for cuts, crimps, bare
wire, or other damage. Ensure connectors are
securely attached.
Figure 4-14. VOLTAGE ADJUST Rheostat
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