TAL 040

Low Voltage Alternator - 4 pole

Installation and maintenance
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Low Voltage Alternator - 4 pole
This manual concerns the alternator which you have just purchased.
We wish to draw your attention to the contents of this maintenance manual.

SAFETY MEASURES a) During operation, do not allow anyone

Before using your machine for the first time, to stand in front of the air outlet guards,
it is important to read the whole of this in case anything is ejected from them.
installation and maintenance manual. b) Do not allow children younger than 14
to go near the air outlet guards.
All necessary operations and interventions
on this machine must be performed by a A set of self-adhesive stickers depicting the
qualified technician. various warning symbols is included with
this maintenance manual. They should be
Our technical support service will be pleased positioned as shown in the drawing below
to provide any additional information you once the machine has been fully installed.
may require.
The various operations described in this
manual are accompanied by recommenda- WARNING
tions or symbols to alert the user to potential The alternators must not be put into
risks of accidents. It is vital that you unders- service until the machines in which they
tand and take notice of the following warning are to be incorporated have been
symbols. declared compliant with EC Directives
plus any other directives that may be
WARNING applicable.
This manual is to be given to the end
Warning symbol for an operation capable user.
of damaging or destroying the machine The range of electric alternators and
or surrounding equipment. their derivatives, manufactured by us or
on our behalf, comply with the technical
requirements of the customs Union
directives (EAC).

Warning symbol for general danger to

personnel. © - We reserve the right to modify the
characteristics of this product at any time in
order to incorporate the latest technological
developments. The information contained in
this document may therefore be changed
without notice.
Warning symbol for electrical danger to
personnel. This document may not be reproduced in
any form without prior authorisation.
All brands and models have been registered
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and patents applied for.
We wish to draw your attention to the
following 2 safety measures which must be
complied with:

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CONTENTS

1 - RECEIPT............................................................................................................................4
1.1 - Standards and safety measures...................................................................................4
1.2 - Inspection.....................................................................................................................4
1.3 - Identification................................................................................................................. 4
1.4 - Storage........................................................................................................................4
1.5 - Applications.................................................................................................................. 4
1.6 - Usage restrictions........................................................................................................ 4

2 - TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS....................................................................................5
2.1 - Electrical characteristics...............................................................................................5
2.2 - Mechanical characteristics...........................................................................................5

3 - INSTALLATION................................................................................................................ 10
3.1 - Assembly....................................................................................................................10
3.2 - Checks prior to first use.............................................................................................. 11
3.3 - Terminal connection diagrams.................................................................................... 11
3.4 - Commissioning.......................................................................................................... 14
3.5 - Setting up...................................................................................................................14

4 - SERVICING - MAINTENANCE.........................................................................................15
4.1 - Safety measures........................................................................................................ 15
4.2 - Routine maintenance.................................................................................................15
4.3 - Bearings.....................................................................................................................16
4.4 - Mechanical defects....................................................................................................16
4.5 - Electrical faults........................................................................................................... 17
4.6 - Dismantling, reassembly............................................................................................19
4.7 - Table of characteristics...............................................................................................21

5 - SPARE PARTS................................................................................................................. 23
5.1 - First maintenance parts..............................................................................................23
5.2 - Technical support service...........................................................................................23
5.3 - Accessories................................................................................................................ 23
5.4 - Exploded view, parts list and tightening torque...........................................................24

Disposal and recycling instructions

EC Declaration of compliance and incorporation

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1 - RECEIPT 1.4 - Storage
1.1 - Standards and safety Prior to commissioning, machines should
measures be stored:
- away from humidity (< 90%); after a long
Our alternators comply with most period of storage, check the machine
international standards. insulation. To prevent the bearings from
See the EC Declaration of Incorporation on becoming marked, do not store in an
the last page. environment with significant vibration.
1.2 - Inspection 1.5 - Application
On receipt of your alternator, check that it This alternator is mainly designed to
has not suffered any damage in transit. If produce electricity in the context of
there are obvious signs of knocks, contact applications involving the use of
the transporter (you may be able to claim generators.
on their insurance) and after a visual
check, turn the machine by hand to detect 1.6 - Usage restrictions
any malfunction. Use of the machine is restricted to operating
conditions (environment, speed, voltage,
1.3 - Identification power, etc) compatible with the characteri-
The alternator is identified by means of a stics indicated on the nameplate.
nameplate fixed on the machine (see
drawing).
Make sure that the nameplate on the
machine conforms to your order.
So that you can identify your alternator
quickly and accurately, we suggest you fill in
its specifications on the nameplate below.

LSA
TAL IP RATINGS
N°: Date : Voltage V
r.p.m. Hz Weight : kg Phase
LSA 000-1-006 e

Th.class. Altitude : m Conn.

P.F. :
A.V.R. Excit. Contin. kVA
Excit. values full load : V/ A B.R. kW
at no load : A 40°C. A
D.E. bearing Std by kVA
N.D.E. bearing P.R. kW
R

27°C. A
C US
166631 Made in ............................

IEC 60034 - 1 & 5. / ISO 8528 - 3. / NEMA MG1 - 32 & 33. Moteurs Leroy-Somer - Boulevard Marcellin Leroy,
CS 10015 - 16915 Angoulême Cedex 9 - France

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2 - TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 2.2 - Mechanical characteristics
2.1 - Electrical characteristics - Steel frame
- End shields in aluminum
This machine is an alternator without
- Protected ball bearings, greased for life
sliprings and revolving field brushes, wound
- Mounting arrangement: single bearing with
as “2/3 pitch”; 4, 6 or 12-wire, with class H
standard feet and SAE flanges/coupling
insulation and a field excitation system
discs
available in either SHUNT or AREP+ version.
- Drip-proof machine, self-cooled
The alternator complies with EN 61000-6-
3, EN 61000-6-2, EN 55011.
• Electrical options
- Space heaters
- R791 interference suppression

• SHUNT dedicated single-phase 4-wire

STATOR: 4-wire (T1 to T4 identification)

MAIN FIELD
T1 T3
EXCITER U1 U5

Armature
Varistor

T2 T4
Exciter field
U2 U6
- + Rotating rectifiers

yellow
black

red

blue

2 kOhms
HR / CW

F2 F1 N U R2 R1 Option: External remote voltage trimmer

Remove link R1-R2 if use
potentiometer

Caution: with use in low voltage

(110V-120V with parallel connection),
UF 0E UF S V
turn potentiometer V at minimum
(fully counter clock wise) before
Consult R121 manual ref.5657 first power-up.

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• SHUNT three-phase 6-wire

STATOR: 6-wire (T1 to T6 identification)

MAIN FIELD
T1 T2 T3
EXCITER U1 V1 W1

* not connected in delta connection

Armature
Varistor

T4 T5 T6
Exciter field
U2 V2 W2
+ - Rotating rectifiers
black
red

connection
yellow

green * Delta

Star
blue connection
*
* For delta connection (1PH – 3PH):
use terminals N and U, connect N and N1
F2 F1 N U N1 V
FUSE

OPEN FOR 60Hz

SL UF 0E UF S V

Consult R120 manual ref.5243

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• SHUNT three-phase 12-wire

MAIN FIELD STATOR: 12-wire (T1 to T12 identification)

EXCITER

T3-W1

T9-W5
T7-U5
T1-U1

T2-V1

T8-V5
Armature

Varistor
Exciter field

- + Rotating rectifiers

T11-V6

T12-W6
T6-W2
T5-V2
T4-U2

T10-U6
black

red

3 PH 1 PH
D A F FF G
blue
T10 T3 T2 T10 T2
yellow
T1 T1 T1 T1 T3
white
N.C. T2 N.C. N.C. N.C.
green
T2 N.C. N.C. N.C. N.C.
*
F2 F1 N U N1 V * For F, FF and G connections:
connect N and N1
FUSE

OPEN FOR 60Hz

SL UF 0E UF S V

Consult R120 manual ref.5243

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• AREP+ three-phase 6-wire
STATOR: 6-wire (T1 to T6 identification)

Winding H3

T3-W1
T1-U1

T2-V1
MAIN FIELD

EXCITER
Varistor
Armature

Exciter field

T6-W2
T5-V2
T4-U2
Rotating rectifiers
- +

Option: External remote voltage trimmer (remove ST)

yellow
green
white

black

1 kOhm 1W mini
blue

red

red
red
ST

6- 5+ 11 12 3 2 9 10

*
or

* Detection according to voltage:

V/W for high voltage (380-480V)
L1/L2 for low voltage (190-240V)
Consult manual ref.5599

The PMG option is not available with TAL 040.

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• AREP+ three-phase 12-wire
STATOR: 12-wire (T1 to T12 identification)

Winding H3

T3-W1

T9-W5
T7-U5
T1-U1

T2-V1

T8-V5
MAIN FIELD

EXCITER

Varistor
Armature

Exciter field

T11-V6

T6-W2

T12-W6
T5-V2
T4-U2

T10-U6
Rotating rectifiers
- +

Option: External remote voltage trimmer (remove ST)

white

black
1 kOhm 1W mini
blue

red

ST

6- 5+ 11 12
3 PH 1 PH
A–D–F FF G
red 3 T3 T10 T3
*
or
red
* 2 T2 T1 T2

3 PH 1 PH
D A-F FF G
yellow 10 T11 T3 T1 T3
green 9
T2 T2 T10 T2

* Detection according to voltage:

V/W for high voltage (380-480V)
L1/L2 for low voltage (190-240V)
Consult manual ref.5599

The PMG option is not available with TAL 040.

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3 - INSTALLATION
Personnel undertaking the various
operations indicated in this section must
wear personal protective equipment
appropriate for mechanical and electrical
hazards.

3.1 - Assembly WARNING

After handling the machine using the
lifting ring, snap on the plastic cover
provided in the maintenance manual
All mechanical handling operations wallet.
must be undertaken using suitable
• Single-bearing coupling
equipment and the machine must be
Before coupling, check the compatibility
horizontal. Check how much the machine
between the alternator and the engine by
weighs before choosing the lifting tool.
performing:
During this operation, do not allow
- undertaking a torsional analysis of the
anyone to stand under the load.
transmission (alternators data are available
on request),
• Handling - checking the dimensions of the flywheel
The generously-sized lifting eyes are for and its housing, the flange, coupling discs
handling the alternator only. They must not and offset.
be used to lift the genset. The choice of
lifting hooks or handles should be WARNING
determined by the shape of the lifting eyes. When coupling the alternator to the
Choose a lifting system which respects the prime mover, do not use the fan to turn
integrity and the environment of the the alternator or rotor.
machine. • Double-bearing coupling
The holes of the coupling discs should
- Semi-flexible
be coupling
aligned with the flywheel holes by
Careful
crankingalignment
the engine.of the machines is
During this operation, do not allow recommended,
Make sure thecheckingmachine thatisthesecurely
lack of
anyone to stand under the load. concentricity
bedded in position during coupling.parts
and parallelism of both
of the coupling do not exceed 0.1 mm.
Check that there
This alternator hasisbeen
lateral play on
balanced the
with a
crankshaft.
1/2 key.
• Location
The location where the alternator is placed
must be ventilated to ensure that the
ambient temperature cannot exceed the
data on the nameplate.

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3.2 - Checks prior to first use 3.3 - Terminal connection diagrams
• Electrical checks To modify the connection, change the
position of the stator cables on the terminals.
The winding code is specified on the
nameplate.

Under no circumstances should an

alternator, new or otherwise, be operated
if the insulation is less than 1 megohm Any intervention on the alternator
for the stator and 100,000 ohms for the terminals during reconnection or checks
other windings. should be performed with the machine
There are 2 possible methods for restoring stopped. In no case should the internal
the above minimum values. connections in the terminal box be
a) Dry out the machine for 24 hours in a subjected to stresses due to cables
drying oven at a temperature of 110 °C connected by the user.
(without the regulator).
b) Blow hot air into the air intake, having
made sure that the machine is rotating with • SHUNT dedicated single-phase 4-wire
the exciter field disconnected.
Connection
Note : Prolonged standstill
In order to avoid these problems, we Series connection
recommend the use of space heaters, as T1 T2 T3 T4
well as turning over the machine from time to DE
time. Space heaters are only really effective
T2
if they are working continuously while the T3
machine is stopped. T4
L
WARNING L
T1 NDE
Ensure that the alternator has the degree
of protection matching the defined Parallel connection
environmental conditions. T3 T4

• Mechanical checks T1 T2
DE
Before starting the machine for the first time,
check that: T4
L
- all fixing bolts are tight, T2
- the length of bolt and the tightening torque
are correct, T3 L
- the cooling air is drawn in freely,
NDE
- the protective grille and housing are cor- T1
rectly in place,
- the standard direction of rotation is clock-
wise as seen from the drive end (phase
rotation in order 1 - 2 - 3).
For anti-clockwise rotation, swap 2 and 3.
- the winding connection corresponds to the
site operating voltage (see section 3.3).

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• SHUNT three-phase 6-wire
Connection codes Voltage / Detection Factory connection
Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz DE
D 3PH L1(U)
T1 6S 380 - 415 380 - 480 T6
Star T5
N
8S - 380 - 416 T4
T4 W(3)-L3
T3
T6 T5
V(2)-L2
R120 : T2
U(1)-L1
T3 T2 N => T5, U => T1, V => T2 T1

L3(W) L2(V)
NDE

Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz
F 1PH DE
or
Delta L1(U)
3PH
6S 220 - 240 220 - 240
3ph (1ph)
T6 T1 8S - 220 - 240 T5
W(3)-L3
T3
T4
V(2)-L2 (L)
T3 T4 T2
R120 : U(1)-L1(L)
L3(W) L2(V) N => T2, U => T1, V => n.c. T1
T6
L T5 T2 L N => N1
NDE

In case of reconnection, ensure that AVR voltage detection is correct !

• AREP+ three-phase 6-wire

Connection codes Voltage / Detection Factory connection
Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz DE
D 3PH L1(U)
T1 6S 380 - 415 380 - 480 T6
Star T5
N
8S - 380 - 416 T4
T4 W(3)-L3
T3
T6 T5
V(2)-L2
R180 : T2
V => T2, W => T3 U(1)-L1
T3 T2 T1

L3(W) L2(V)
NDE

Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz
F 1PH DE
or
Delta L1(U)
3PH
6S 220 - 240 220 - 240
3ph (1ph)
T6 T1 8S - 220 - 240 T5
W(3)-L3(L)
T3
T4
V(2)-L2 (L)
T3 T4 T2
R180 : U(1)-L1
L3(W) L2(V) L1 => T2, L2 => T3 T1
T5 T2 T6
L L
NDE

In case of reconnection, ensure that AVR voltage detection is correct !

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• SHUNT or AREP+ three-phase 12-wire
Connection codes Voltage / Detection Factory connection
Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz
A 3PH L1(U) DE

Parallel Star
T1 T7
6 190 - 208 190 - 240
*
8 - 190 - 208
T4 T10
T12
N T5 R120 :
N => T3, U => T1, N1 => T2, V => n.c.
T9 T2
T11
T6 R180 :
L1 => T2, L2 => T3
L3(W) T3 T8 L2(V) NDE

L1(U) Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz
D 3PH T1 DE

Series Star T4
6 380 - 415 380 - 480 *
T7
8 - 380 - 416
T10
T12 R120 :
T9 N => T10, U => T1, N1 => n.c., V => T2
T11 T5

T3 T6 T8 T2 R180 :
V => T2, W => T3
L3(W) L2(V) NDE

Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz
F L1(U) 1PH DE
or
Series Delta
T12 T1
3PH
6 220 - 240 220 - 240 *
T9 T4 8 - 220 - 240 (L)
T6 T7
(L)
R120 :
T3 T10
N => T2, U => T1, N1 => n.c., V => n.c.
L3(W) L2(V)
T11 T8 T5 T2
L L R180 : NDE
M
Voltage LM = 1/2 voltage LL
L1 => T2, L2 => T3 * If counter clockwise, L2 and L3 inverted

Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz DE
FF 1PH

T2 T6 T8 T12 6 220 - 240 220 - 240

T3
8 - 220 - 240
T5 T11 T9
R120 :
T1 T4 T7 T10
L L
N => T10, U => T1, N1 => n.c., V => n.c.
M
R180 :
Voltage LM = 1/2 voltage LL L1 => T1, L2 => T10 NDE

Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz DE
G 1PH

T6 T1 6 220 - 240 220 - 240

T12 T7
8 - 220 - 240
T3 T4
T5 T2 R120 :
T9 T10
T11 T8 N => T2, U => T3, N1 => n.c., V => n.c.
L M L
R180 :
Voltage LM = 1/2 voltage LL L1 => T2, L2 => T3 NDE

In case of reconnection, ensure that AVR voltage detection is correct !

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• Connection checks 3.4 - Commissioning

Electrical installations must comply with

the current legislation in force in the The machine can only be started up and
country of use. used if the installation is in accordance
Check that: with the regulations and instructions
- The residual circuit-breaker conforms to
legislation on protection of personnel, in defined in this manual.
force in the country of use, and has been The machine is tested and set up at the
correctly installed on the alternator power factory. When first used with no load, make
output as close as possible to the alternator. sure that the drive speed is correct and
(In this case, disconnect the wire of the stable (see the nameplate). With the
interference suppression module linking the
neutral). regreasable bearing option, we recommend
- Any protection devices in place have not greasing the bearings at the time of
been tripped. commissioning (see section 4.3).
- If there is an external AVR, the connections On application of the load, the machine
between the alternator and the cabinet are should achieve its rated speed and voltage;
made in accordance with the connection however, in the event of abnormal operation,
diagram. the machine setting can be altered (follow
- There is no short-circuit phase-phase or the adjustment procedure in section 3.5). If
phase-neutral between the alternator output the machine still operates incorrectly, the
terminals and the generator set control
cabinet (part of the circuit not protected by cause of the malfunction must be located
circuitbreakers or relays in the cabinet). (see section 4.5).
- The machine should be connected with the
busbar separating the terminals as shown in 3.5 - Setting up
the terminal connection diagram.

- The alternator earth terminal inside the

terminal box is connected to the electrical
earth circuit The various adjustments during tests
- The earth terminal is connected to the must be made by a qualified engineer.
frame. Ensure that the drive speed specified on
The connections inside the terminal box
must never be subjected to stress due to the nameplate is reached before
cables connected by the user. commencing adjustment.
After operational testing, replace all
access panels or covers.
The AVR is used to make any adjustments
to the machine.
Diameter M6 M8 M10 M12
Torque 4 Nm 10 Nm 20 Nm 35 Nm
Tolerance ± 15%

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4 - SERVICING - MAINTENANCE WARNING
4.1 - Safety measures Do not use: trichlorethylene, perchlo-
Servicing or troubleshooting must be
rethylene, trichloroethane or any alkaline
carried out strictly in accordance with
products.
instructions so as to avoid the risk of
accidents and to maintain the machine in
its original state.
These operations must be performed at a
cleaning station, equipped with a vacuum
system that collects and flushes out the
All such operations performed on the products used.
alternator should be undertaken by
The insulating components and the
personnel trained in the commissioning,
impregnation system are not at risk of
servicing and maintenance of electrical
damage from solvents. Avoid letting the
and mechanical components, who must
wear personal protective equipment cleaning product run into the slots.
appropriate for mechanical and electrical Apply the product with a brush, sponging
hazards. frequently to avoid accumulation in the
housing. Dry the winding with a dry cloth. Let
Before any intervention on the machine,
ensure that it cannot be started by a manual any traces evaporate before reassembling
or automatic system and that you have the machine.
understood the operating principles of the • Mechanical servicing
system.
WARNING
Cleaning the machine using water or a
highpressure washer is strictly prohi-
Warning : During and after running, the
bited. Any problems arising from such
alternator will reach temperatures hot
treatment are not covered by our
enough to cause injury, such as burns.
warranty.
Degreasing: Use a brush and detergent
4.2 - Routine maintenance (suitable for paintwork).
Dusting: Use an air gun.
• Checks after start-up
If the machine is fitted with air inlet and outlet
After approximately 20 hours of operation,
filters, the maintenance personnel should
check that all fixing bolts on the machine are
clean them routinely at regular intervals. In
still tight, plus the general state of the
machine and the various electrical the case of dry dust, the filter can be cleaned
connections in the installation. using compressed air and/or replaced if it is
clogged.
• Electrical servicing After cleaning the alternator, it is essential to
Commercially-available volatile degreasing check the winding insulation (see sections
agents can be used. 3.2 and 4.5).

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4.3 - Bearings
The bearings are permanently greased Approximate life of the grease (depending on use) = 20,000
hours or 3 years

4.4 - Mechanical defects

Fault Action
Excessive overheating of one or - If the bearing has turned blue or if the grease has turned
both bearings black, change the bearing.
Bearing (bearing temperature 80°C above - Bearing not fully locked (abnormal play in the bearing cage)
the ambient temperature) - End shields incorrectly aligned

Excessive overheating of - Air flow (inlet-outlet) partially clogged or hot air is being
Abnormal alternator frame (more than recycled from the alternator or engine
temperature 40° C above the ambient - Alternator operating at too high a voltage (>105% of Un on
load)
temperature) - Alternator overloaded
- Misalignment (coupling)
Too much vibration - Defective mounting or play in coupling
Vibrations - Rotor balancing fault (Engine - Alternator)
Excessive vibration and humming - Phase imbalance
noise coming from the machine - Stator short-circuit

- System short-circuit
- Misparalleling
Alternator damaged by a Possible consequences
Abnormal - Broken or damaged coupling
significant impact, followed by
noise - Broken or bent shaft end
humming and vibration
- Shifting and short-circuit of main field
- Fan fractured or coming loose on shaft
- Irreparable damage to rotating diodes/AVR, surge suppressor

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4.5 - Electrical faults
Fault Action Effect Check/Cause
The alternator builds up and
its voltage is still correct - Lack of residual magnetism
when the battery is removed
Connect a new
No volt- battery of 4 to 12 The alternator builds up but - Check the connection of the voltage reference
age at no nals F1 termi-
volts to its voltage does not reach to the AVR
and F2, the rated value when the - Faulty diode
load on respecting
start-up polarity, forthe battery is removed - Armature short-circuit
2 to 3
The alternator builds up but -- Faulty
seconds AVR
its voltage disappears when - Field windings open circuit (check winding)
Main field winding open circuit (check the
the battery is removed resistance)
Check the AVR connections (possible AVR failure)
- Field windings short-circuited
Correct speed - Rotating diodes burnt out
Voltage Check the drive - Main field winding short-circuited (check the
too low speed resistance)
Increase the drive speed (do not touch the AVR
Speed too low voltage pot. before running at the correct speed)

Voltage Adjust AVR volt- Adjustment ineffective Faulty AVR

too high age potentiometer
- Check the speed : possibility of cyclic irregularity
Voltage Adjust AVR - Loose connections
oscilla- stability - Faulty AVR
tions potentiometer - Speed too low when on load
Voltage Voltage between F1 and F2 - Check the speed
correct Run at no load SHUNT < 6V - AREP+ < 10V
at no load and check the
and too voltage between - Faulty rotating diodes
low when F1 et F2 on the Voltage between F1 and F2 - Short-circuit in the main field (check the
on load AVR SHUNT > 10V - AREP+ > 15V resistance)
(*) - Faulty exciter armature (check the resistance)
(*) Warning : During single-phase operation, check that the sensing wires from the AVR are connected to the
correct output terminals.
Check the AVR,
Voltage the surge - Exciter winding open circuit
disap- suppressor, the The voltage does not return - Faulty exciter armature
pears rotating diodes, to the rated value - Faulty AVR
during and replace any
operation defective - Main field open circuit or short-circuited
components
(**) Warning : The AVR internal protection may cut in (overload, lost connection, short circuit).

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• Checking the winding Assembly A: Connect a 12 V battery in
You can check the winding insulation by series with a rheostat of approximately
performing a high voltage test. In this case, 50 ohms - 300 W and a diode on both exciter
you must disconnect all AVR wires. field wires (5+) and (6-).
ASSEMBLY A
6 - Field 5+
WARNING
1A diode Rh. 50 -300W
Damage caused to the AVR in such
conditions is not covered by our
warranty. +
-
• Checking the diode bridge
A diode in good working order should allow 12V battery
the current to flow only in the anode-to-
cathode direction. Assembly B: Connect a “Variac” variable
+ - power supply and a diode bridge on both
Anode Cathode exciter field wires (5+) and (6-).
Both these systems should have
-W characteristics which are compatible with
-W the field excitation power of the machine
IN IN IN (see the nameplate).
3) Run the unit at its rated speed.
4) Gradually increase the exciter field
IN current by adjusting the rheostat or the
+R
variac and measure the output voltages on
+R
L1 - L2 - L3, checking the excitation voltage
and current at no load (see the machine
• Checking the windings and rotating nameplate or ask for the factory test report).
diodes using separate excitation When the output voltage is at its rated value
and balanced within 1% for the rated
excitation level, the machine is in good
working order. The fault therefore comes
from the AVR or its associated wiring (ie.
During this procedure, make sure that sensing, auxiliary windings).
the alternator is disconnected from any
ASSEMBLY B
external load and inspect the terminal 6 - Field 5+
box to check that the connections are
40
50 60 +
fully tightened.
30

70

1A diode
1) Stop the unit, disconnect and isolate the
20

80
10

90

AVR wires. 0 100

2) There are two ways of creating an - DC

assembly with separate excitation. Variac AC 12V
220V

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4.6 - Dismantling, reassembly • Access to connections and the
regulation system
WARNING The terminals and AVR are accessed
During the warranty period, this directly by removing the terminal box lid
operation should only be carried out in [41].
an approved workshop or in our factory,
otherwise the warranty may be • Accessing, checking and replacing the
invalidated. diode bridge
Whilst being handled. the machine
Dismantling
should remain horizontal (rotor not
- Remove the terminal box lid [41].
locked in position). Check how much the
- Cut the fixing clamps of the exciter cables,
alternator weighs before choosing the
remove the connector from the exciter.
lifting method.
- Remove the 4 nuts on the tie rods.
- Remove the NDE shield [36] using a puller:
eg. U.32 - 350 (Facom).
- Unsolder the connections.
- Check the bridge using an ohmmeter or a
battery lamp.

Reassembly
- Replace the bridges, respecting the
polarity.
- Resolder the connections.
- Refit the NDE shield and pass the bundle
of wires between the top bars of the shield.
- Replace the fixing clamps on the cables.
- Replace the terminal box lid [41].

• Tools required
To fully dismantle the machine, we NDE shield
recommend using the tools listed below: Rotor
- 1 ratchet spanner + extension
- 1 torque wrench M8 threaded rod
- 1 set of flat spanners: 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm
- 1 socket set: 8, 10, 13 mm
- 1 socket TORX bit T20, T30
- 1 puller (eg. Facom: U35, U32/350)
• Screw tightening torque
See section 5.4.

The screws for fixing the feet on the

housing and immobilising the stator
must not be removed (screw of the stator
lower).

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• Replacing the NDE bearing on single - Rest the rotor on one of its poles, then slide
bearing machines it out. Use the tube as a lever arm to assist
Dismantling dismantling.
- Remove the NDE shield [36]. - After extracting the rotor, be careful not to
- Remove the ball bearing [70] using a screw damage the fan and place the revolving field
puller. on special V-blocks.
In the event of disassembly of this one, it is
imperative to replace it.
NOTE: If intervention is required on the
main field (rewinding, replacement of
components), the rotor assembly must
be rebalanced.

Reassembly
- Follow the dismantling procedure in
reverse order.
Take care not to knock the windings when
refitting the rotor in the stator.
Reassembly - If you replace the fan, respect the assembly
- Heat the inner slipring of a new bearing by guide according the following bellow. Use a
induction or in a drying oven at 80 °C (do not tube and a screw.
use an oil bath) and fit it to the alternator.
- Place the preloading wavy washer [79] in
the flange.
- Replace the NDE bracket [36].

• Accessing the main field and stator

Dismantling
Follow the procedure for dismantling
bearings.
- Remove the coupling discs (single bearing
alternator) and insert a tube of the
corresponding diameter on the shaft end or
a support made according the following
bellow. Follow the procedure for reassembling the
bearings.

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4.7 - Table of characteristics • Three-phase: 4-pole AREP+ excitation
Table of average values: Resistances at 20 °C (Ω)
Alternator - 4 pole - 50 Hz - Standard winding Stator Exciter Exciter
No. 6S (6-wire) and M (4-wire) connected in Type
L/N
Rotor
field armature
dedicated single-phase (400 V for the
B-C 0.654 2.96 6.54 1.64
excitation values).
The voltage and current values are given for D 0.423 3.45 6.54 1.64
no-load operation and operation at rated E 0.347 3.77 6.54 1.64
load with separate field excitation.
All values are given to within ± 10% and may F 0.285 4.31 6.54 1.64
be changed without prior notification (for
exact values, consult the test report).
For 60 Hz machines, the “i exc” values are Resistance of auxiliary windings at
20 °C (Ω)
approximately 5 to 10 % lower.
Type X1, X2 Z1, Z2
• Three-phase: 4-pole SHUNT excitation B-C 0.565 0.469
Resistances at 20 °C (Ω) D 0.456 0.333
Stator Exciter Exciter E 0.420 0.356
Type Rotor
L/N field armature
F 0.407 0.385
B-C 0.654 2.96 12.33 1.64
D 0.423 3.45 12.33 1.64
Field excitation current i exc (A)
E 0.347 3.77 12.33 1.64 400V - 50 Hz
F 0.285 4.31 12.33 1.64 “i exc”: excitation current of the exciter field
Type No load At rated load
Field excitation current i exc (A) B 1.06 2.65
400V - 50 Hz
“i exc”: excitation current of the exciter field C 1.06 3.14
D 1.03 2.79
Type No load At rated load
E 1.03 2.80
B 0.77 1.94
F 0.98 2.66
C 0.77 2.30
D 0.76 2.05
E 0.75 2.06
F 0.72 1.95

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• Dedicated single-phase M: 4-pole • Table of weights
SHUNT excitation (values given for information only)
Resistances at 20 °C (Ω) - Series Three-phase: SHUNT/AREP+
connection
Stator Exciter Exciter Type Total weight (kg) Rotor (kg)
Type Rotor
L/N field armature B 73 27
C 0.149 2.96 12.33 1.64
C 73 27
C1 0.114 3.24 12.32 1.64
D 87 31
D 0.097 3.45 12.33 1.64
E 92 33
E 0.081 3.77 12.33 1.64
F 102 36
F 0.068 4.31 12.33 1.64
Dedicated single-phase M: SHUNT
Field excitation current i exc (A)
230V - 50 Hz Type Total weight (kg) Rotor (kg)
“i exc”: excitation current of the exciter field C 73 27
Type No load At rated load C1 80 29
C 0.77 2.02 D 87 31
C1 0.77 1.84 E 92 33
D 0.77 1.75 F 102 36
E 0.75 1.69
F 0.71 1.54

After operational testing, it is essential to

replace all access panels or covers.

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5 - SPARE PARTS
5.1 - First maintenance parts
Emergency repair kits are available as an
option. After operational testing, it is essential to
They contain the following items: replace all access panels or covers.
Emergency kit SHUNT 5013397
AVR R120 (6 and 12-wire) - 5.3 - Accessories
Diode bridge assembly -
• Space heater for use when stopped
Surge suppressor -
The space heater must run as soon as the
Emergency kit AREP+ 5080196 alternator stops. It is installed at the rear of
AVR R180 (6 and 12-wire) - the machine. Its standard power is 60W with
Diode bridge assembly - 220V or 60W with 110V on request.
Surge suppressor -
AVR fuse -
Single bearing kit 4059924
Non drive end bearing - Warning: the power supply is present
«O» ring - when the machine has stopped.
Preloading (wavy) washer -

5.2 - Technical support service

Our technical support service will be
pleased to provide any additional
information you may require.

For all spare parts orders or technical

support requests, send your request to
[email protected] or your
nearest contact, whom you will find at
www.lrsm.co/support indicating the comp-
lete type of machine, its number and the
information indicated on the nameplate.

Part numbers should be identified from the

exploded views and their description from
the parts list.

To ensure that our products operate correctly

and safely, we recommend the use of
original manufacturer spare parts.
In the event of failure to comply with this
advice, the manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for any damage.

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5.4 - Exploded view, parts list and tightening torque
• Single bearing

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Screw Torque Screw Torque
Ref. Qty Description Ref. Qty Description
Ø N.m Ø N.m
Non drive end (NDE)
1 1 Stator assembly - - 70 1 - -
bearing
Preloading (wavy)
4 1 Rotor assembly - - 79 1 - -
washer
15 1 Fan M5 4 90 1 Exciter field (stator) M6 10

28 1 Earth terminal M6 10 100 1 Exciter armature (rotor) - -

Drive end (DE)
30 1 - - 124 1 Terminal block - -
shield
33 1 / 2 Protective grille M5 4 198 1 Voltage regulator (AVR) M6 6
Non drive end
36 1 M8 20 322 1 Coupling disc M10 66
(NDE) shield
40 1 Plastic cap - - 324 1 Clamping washer - -
Terminal box front
41 2 M5 3.6 343 2 Diode bridge assembly M5 4
panel
53 1 Plug - -

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Disposal and recycling instructions All materials listed above need special
We are committed to limiting the treatment to separate waste from
environmental impact of our activity. We reclaimable materials and should be
continuously monitor our production entrusted to specialist recycling companies.
processes, material sourcing and product
design to improve recyclability and minimise The oil and grease from the lubrication
our environmental footprint. system should be treated as hazardous
These instructions are for information waste and must be treated in accordance
purposes only. It is the user’s responsibility with local legislation.
to comply with local legislation regarding
product disposal and recycling. Our alternators have a specified lifetime of
20 years. After this period, the operation of
Recyclable materials the product should be stopped, regardless
Our alternators are mainly constructed from of its condition. Any further operation after
iron, steel and copper materials, which can this period will be under the sole responsi-
be reclaimed for recycling purposes. bility of the user.
These materials can be reclaimed through a
combination of manual dismantling,
mechanical separation and melting
processes. Our technical support depart-
ment can provide detailed directions on how
to dismantle products on request.

Waste & hazardous materials

The following components and materials
require special treatment and must be
separated from the alternator before the
recycling process:
- electronic materials found in the terminal
box, including the automatic voltage
regulator (198), current transformers (176),
interference suppression module and other
semi-conductors.
- diode bridge (343) and surge suppressor
(347), found on the alternator rotor.
- major plastic components, such as the
terminal box structure on some products.
These components are usually marked with
information concerning the type of plastic.

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EC Declaration of compliance and incorporation

This Declaration applies to the generators designed to be incorporated into machines complying with the
Machinery Directive Nr 2006/42/EC dated 17 May 2006.

MOTEURS LEROY-SOMER MLS HOLICE STLO.SRO MOTEURS LEROY-SOMER

Boulevard Marcellin Leroy Sladkovskeho 43 1, rue de la Burelle
16015 Angoulême 772 04 Olomouc Boite Postale 1517
France République Tchèque 45800 St Jean de Braye
France

LEROY-SOMER ELECTRO-TECHNIQUE Co., Ltd. DIVISION LEROY-SOMER

No1 Aimosheng Road, Street Emerson
Galshan Town, Nr4 Parcul Industrial Tetarom 2
Cangshan District. 4000641 Cluj Napoca
Fuzhou, Roumanie
Fujian 350026 Chine

Declares hereby that the electric generators of the types:

LSA 40 – LSA 42.3 – LSA 44.3 – LSA 46.3 – LSA 47.2 – LSA 49.1 – LSA 49.3 – LSA 50.1 – LSA 50.2 – LSA
51.2 – LSA 52.2 – LSA 52.3 – LSA 53.1 – LSA 53 – LSA 53.2 – LSA 54 – LSA 54.2 – TAL 040 – TAL 042 – TAL
044 – TAL 046 – TAL 047 – TAL 0473 – TAL 049 – LSAH 443 as well as their derivatives, manufactured by
Leroy-Somer or on Leroy-Somer's behalf, comply with the following International Standards and Directive:

- EN and IEC 60034-1, 60034-5 and 60034-22.

- ISO 8528-3 “Reciprocating internal combustion engine driven alternating current generating sets. Part
3. Alternating current generators for generating sets”.
- Low Voltage Directive Nr 2014/35/EU dated 26 February 2014.

Furthermore, these generators, designed in compliance with the Machine Directive Nr 2006/42, are therefore
able to be incorporated into Electrical Gen-Sets complying with the following International Directives:

- Machinery Directive Nr 2006/42/EC dated 17 May 2006.

- EMC Directive Nr 2014/30/EU dated 26 February 2014, as intrinsic levels of emissions and immunity
are concerned.
- ROHS II Directive Nr 2011/65/EU dated 08 June 2011.

WARNING:
The here mentioned generators should not be commissioned until the corresponding Gen-Sets have been
declared in compliance with the Directives Nr 2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU and 2011/65/EU, as well as with other
relevant Directives.

Leroy-Somer undertakes to transmit, in response to a reasoned request by the national authorities, relevant
information on the generator.

Technical Managers
J.P. CHARPENTIER Y. MESSIN

Moteurs Leroy-Somer
Siege social : Boulevard Marcellin Leroy CS 10015 - 16915 Angoulême cedex 9 - France
4152 en - 2020.04 / q
SAS au capital de 38 679 664 € - RCS Angoulême 338 567 258

The contractual EC Declaration of compliance and incorporation can be obtained from your contact on
request.

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This local presence is our guarantee for fast and efficient repair, support and
maintenance services.
Trust your alternator maintenance and support to electric power generation experts.
Our field personnel are 100% qualified and fully trained to operate in all environments
and on all machine types.
We have a deep understanding of alternator operation, providing the best value
service to optimise your cost of ownership.
Where we can help:
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