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Checking a rebuild of a generator
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sarahcecelia |
09-25-2022 @ 10:08 AM
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Years ago (I'm 85+ now) when I was about 23; I was told by an older guy- the way to test if it would work. He said to use (2) battery jumper cables; connect one to the arm terminal on the generator, put your foot on the unit; because it would "jump,"and just touch the ground terminal to the case of the generator; if it "motored" it was "good."Please tell me if my memory is okay! (I have one I want to test)
Regards, Steve Lee
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40 Coupe |
09-30-2022 @ 5:26 AM
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Although The test you suggest may work I suggest you not do it! Install the generator properly and then test it.
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37RAGTOPMAN |
09-30-2022 @ 3:09 PM
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hi Steve you are correct, this is a quick test, you can do this on a engine with the generator belt disconnected, and hands away from the fan and car in neutral. my 2 cents 37 Ragtopman
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