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INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
LSA 50.1 / LSA 51.2
ALTERNATORS
SERVICING - MAINTENANCE
Réf. 3281 en - 10.2007 / g
LEROY-SOMER
4 - SERVICING - MAINTENANCE
4.1 - Safety measures
Servicing or troubleshooting must be carried out strictly
in accordance with instructions so as to avoid the risk of
accidents and to maintain the machine in its original
state.
All such operations performed on the alternator should
be undertaken by personnel trained in the
commissioning, servicing and maintenance of electrical
and mechanical components.
Before any intervention on the machine, ensure that it cannot
be started by a manual or automatic system and that you
have understood the operating principles of the system.
4.2 - Regular maintenance
4.2.1 - Checks after start-up
Afterapproximately20hoursof operation, checkthatallfixing
screws on the machine are still tight, plus the general state of
the machine and the various electrical connections in the
installation.
4.2.2 - Cooling circuit
It is advisable to check that circulation of air is not reduced by
partial blocking of the air intake and outlet grilles : mud, fibre,
grease, etc.
4.2.3 - Bearings
The bearings are greasable. It is advisable to lubricate the
machine during operation. Time intervals and quantity of
grease are given in the table below.
Lubrication intervals are given for a grease of grade
LITHIUM - standard - NLGI 3.
The factory lubrication is performed with grease :
ESSO UNIREX N3 (LSA 50.1)
SHELL RETINAX LX (LSA 51.2).
Before using another grease, check for compatibility with the
original one. Monitor the temperature rise in the bearings,
which should not exceed 50°C above the ambient
temperature. Should this value be exceeded, the machine
must be stopped and checks carried out.
4.2.4 - Electrical servicing
Cleaning product for the windings
DO NOT USE : TRICHLORETHYLENE,
PERCHLORETHYLENE, TRICHLOROETHANE OR ANY
ALKALINE PRODUCTS.
Certain strictly defined pure volatile degreasing products can
be used, such as :
- Normal petrol (without additives)
- Toluene (slightly toxic); inflammable
- Benzene (or benzine, toxic); inflammable
- Ciclohexare (non toxic); inflammable
Cleaning of the stator, rotor, exciter and diode bridge
The insulating components and the impregnation system are
not at risk of damage from solvents (see the list of authorised
products).
Avoid letting the cleaning product run into the slots. Apply the
product with a brush, sponging frequently to avoid
accumulation in the housing. Dry the winding with a dry cloth.
Let any traces evaporate before reassembling the machine.
4.2.5 - Mechanical servicing
Cleaning the machine using water or a high-pressure
washer is strictly prohibited.
Any problems arising from such treatment are not
covered by our warranty.
Degreasing : Use a brush and detergent (suitable for
paintwork).
Dusting : Use an air gun.
If the machine is fitted with air filters, these should be cleaned
regularly according to the environmental conditions.
After cleaning the alternator, it is essential to check the
winding insulation (see sections 3.2. and 4.8.).
4.3 - Fault detection
If, when commissioned, the alternator does not work
normally, the source of the malfunction must be identified.
To do this, check that :
- the protective devices are fitted correctly
- the connections comply with diagrams in the manuals
supplied with the machine
- the speed of the unit is correct (see section 1.3).
Repeat the operations defined in section 3.
Bearing 6226 C3 6232 C3
Quantity of grease 50 g 70 g
Lubrication interval 3600 H 1700 H
Bearing NU 1028 MC3
Quantity of grease 35 g
Lubrication interval 2000 H
WARNING