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How one test Generator Alternator?

Testing procedure of Generator Alternator Batteries can emit explosive gases. To reduce the possibility of personal injury, always ventilate the compartment before servicing the batteries. To reduce the possibility of arcing firstly one should remove negative battery cables and then attach the battery cables last. Acid is extremely dangerous and can damage the machinery and can also cause serious burns. Always provide a tank of strong soda water as a neutralizing agent when servicing the batteries. Wear goggles and protective clothing to reduce the possibility of serious body injuries. Firstly disconnect negative cables and then any cables that lead to other battery boxesin the circuit. Now one must operate the engine at high idle and measure the alternator voltage output to the batteries with digital multimeter. One must again follow this caution Batteries can emit explosive gases. To reduce the possibility of personal injury, always venti...

Initial inspection procedure of Generator Alternator

Initial Checking procedure of Generator Alternator Visual Inspection procedure of Generator Alternator Firstly one check the drive belt and alternator pulley to be sure the alternator is rotating. One must follow this caution for one’s own safety. Batteries can emit explosive gases. To reduce the possibility of personal injury, always ventilate the compartment before servicing the batteries. To reduce the possibility of arcing firstly one should remove negative battery cables and then attach the battery cables last. Check the battery and all wiring connections. Inspect the wiring for defects. Check all connections for tightness and cleanliness, including the slip connectors at the alternator and engine compartment bulkhead and connections at the battery.