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Bench Testing: Rotor: Bosch

  1. Place DVOM on lowest scale. Connect DVOM across slip rings. Ensure resistance is within specification. See ROTOR RESISTANCE  table.
  2. If resistance is too low, rotor has short circuit and must be replaced. If resistance is infinite (no continuity), rotor has an open circuit and must be replaced.
  3. Place DVOM on x1000 scale. Connect DVOM between rotor core and either slip ring. Continuity should not exist. If continuity exists, rotor is grounded and must be replaced.
  4. Measure slip rings for wear and eccentricity. If wear is visible, turn rotor on lathe and polish slip rings. Maximum runout for slip rings is 0.11" (0.03 mm).
ROTOR RESISTANCE

Application Resistance (Ohms)
Bosch
65-Amp Generator 3.2-3.6
80-Amp Generator 2.6-3.2
90-Amp Generator 2.7-3.2
115-Amp Generator 2.4-2.8
140-Amp Generator 2.4-2.8
Motorola
65-Amp Generator 3.5-4.5
80-Amp Generator 3.5-4.5