ARMY TM 9-6115-670-14&P
4-141
4.55. CURRENT SHUNT.
This task covers:
a. Inspect
b. Replace
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
General Mechanic's Tool Kit
(Item 1, Appendix B)
Multi-meter
Equipment Conditions
MASTER ON-OFF switch on APU control unit set to
OFF.
Air filter removed (para 4.45.).
Materials/Parts
Current Shunt
INSPECT
a. Visually inspect shunt for signs of burns, corrosion, breakage or short out. Replace shunt if
defective.
b. Check for loose connections. Tighten any loose connections.
c. Test for continuity.
REPLACE
a. Remove four screws (JTACS), or slotted hex-head bolts (SICPS and WIN-T), flat and lock washers
(2, Figure 4-43), and generator housing top cover (1).
b. Remove two screws, two wing nuts and lock washers (4a) (JTACS), or four slotted hex-head bolts
(SICPS and WIN-T), flat washers and lock washers (4) and generator housing side cover (3).
c. Remove two machine screws, lock washers and flat washers (7) from shunt (6). Tag and remove
electrical leads (6a) from shunt.
d. Remove two hex-head bolts and flat washers (8) from shunt (6). Tag and remove electrical leads
(8a) from shunt.
e. Remove two bolts, lock washers, and flat washers (5, Figure 4-5) from generator bracket (6) and air
deflector (4). Remove air deflector.
WARNING
Ensure that APU DC power supply is disconnected.
Failure to observe this warning could result in severe
injury or DEATH to personnel.
WARNING
Ensure that the APU is turned off and completely de-
energized before opening generator housing. Failure to
observe this warning could result in severe injury or
DEATH to personnel.