TM 10-4320-307-24
3-21 ALTERNATOR REPAIR (CONT).
15. Remove four screws (40) securing bearing retainer (41) to drive end housing (19).
16. Press out drive end bearing (42) and seal (43).
17. Insert proper size punch in one of the pilot holes (44) in the slip ring end housing (15) and knockout seals (45) and
bearings (46).
CLEANING/INSPECTION/REPAIR:
Dry cleaning solvent Is potentially dangerous. Avoid repeated and prolonged breathing of vapors and
skin contact with the liquid. Do not use near open flame, arcing equipment, or other ignition source.
Always wear eye protection and protective clothing.
Death or serious injury could occur if compressed air is directed against the skin. Do not use
compressed air for cleaning or drying unless the pressure is/has been reduced to 30 psi (2.11 kgcm2) or
less. When working with compressed air always use chip guards, eye protection, and other personal
protective equipment.
1.
Clean alternator components with dry cleaning solvent. Dry with compressed air.
2.
Inspect slip ring diameter. If diameter is less than 0.767 in. (19.48 mm), rotor must be replaced.
3.
Inspect bearing inner race diameter. If diameter is less than 0.8709 in. (22.12 mm), rotor must be replaced.
4.
Repair is limited to the replacement of damaged components.
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