Bench Testing: Brushes

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Remove brush holder from generator. Using vernier caliper, measure brush length. See Fig 1 . If brush length is not as specified, replace brushes. See BRUSH LENGTH SPECIFICATIONS table.

BRUSH LENGTH SPECIFICATIONS

Application		In. (mm)
All Models
Standard		.41 (10.5)
Limit (Minimum)		.06 (1.5)

Fig 1: Measuring Generator Brush Length (Typical)

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