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Bench Testing: Brush

  1. Measure the length of each brush. See Fig 1 . If wear exceeds the service limit, replace the brush. Each has the service limit mark (A) on it. See table under GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS.
  2. Checking brush for proper pressure using a spring pressure indicator, push the brush into the brush holder until its tip protrudes .08" (2 mm). See Fig 2 . Then measure the pressure of brush spring. See BRUSH SPECIFICATIONS  table under GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS.
Fig 1: Measuring Brush Length
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Fig 2: Checking Brush Spring Pressure
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