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Diode Replacement

  1. On all except 0 120 400 600 series alternators, set diode plate on press die and force diodes out with plunger. Place diode plate (without diodes) onto suitable guide pilot (EFU 57/0/5) and set diode seat with suitable sleeve (EFU 57/0/3). Smear silicone oil on diode seat, place diode plate on press die and press diodes into position. After pressing in, test all diodes.
  2. On 0 120 400 600 series alternators, set slip ring in a frame on press die and force out defective diode. Coat diode seat with silicone oil and press in new diode. Test all diodes after replacement.
    Fig 1: Installing Diodes
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