TAL A44

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 © - We reserve the right to modify the
personnel. 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 This document may not be reproduced in
personnel. any form without prior authorisation.
All brands and models have been registered
and patents applied for.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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..................................................................................................................11
3.1 - Assembly .............................................................................................................. 11
3.2 - Checks prior to first use .........................................................................................12
3.3 - Terminal connection diagrams ...............................................................................12
3.4 - Commissioning ......................................................................................................15
3.5 - Setting up ..............................................................................................................15

4 - SERVICING - MAINTENANCE .....................................................................................16

4.1 - Safety measures ...................................................................................................16
4.2 - Routine maintenance.............................................................................................16
4.3 - Bearings ................................................................................................................17
4.4 - Mechanical defects ................................................................................................17
4.5 - Electrical faults ......................................................................................................18
4.6 - Dismantling, reassembly .......................................................................................20
4.7 - Installation & maintenance of the PMG ..................................................................21
4.8 - Table of characteristics ..........................................................................................22

5 - SPARE PARTS ........................................................................................................................ 24

5.1 - First maintenance parts .........................................................................................24
5.2 - Technical support service ......................................................................................24
5.3 - Accessories ...........................................................................................................24
5.4 - Exploded view, parts list and tightening torque ......................................................25

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.

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

• SHUNT dedicated single-phase 4-wire

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• SHUNT three-phase 6-wire

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• SHUNT three-phase 12-wire

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• AREP+ three-phase 6-wire

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• AREP+ three-phase 12-wire

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• PMG three-phase 6 or 12-wire

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3 - INSTALLATION The TAL A44 is equipped with two air
Personnel undertaking the various deflectors that prevent access to the upper
operations indicated in this section must and lower holes of the flange. Coupling for
wear personal protective equipment this machine should be done with bolts in
appropriate for mechanical and electrical the eight accessible holes, disregarding the
hazards. ones that cannot be accessed because of
the deflectors.
3.1 - Assembly

All mechanical handling operations

must be undertaken using suitable
equipment and the machine must be
horizontal. Check how much the machine
weighs before choosing the lifting tool.
During this operation, do not allow
anyone to stand under the load.

• Handling
The generously-sized lifting eyes are for • Single-bearing coupling
handling the alternator only. They must not Before coupling, check the compatibility
be used to lift the genset. The choice of between the alternator and the engine by
lifting hooks or handles should be performing:
determined by the shape of the lifting eyes. - undertaking a torsional analysis of the
Choose a lifting system which respects the transmission (alternators data are available
integrity and the environment of the on request),
machine. - checking the dimensions of the flywheel
and its housing, the flange, coupling discs
and offset.
During this operation, do not allow
anyone to stand under the load. WARNING

When coupling the alternator to the

prime mover, do not use the fan to turn
the alternator or rotor.
• Double-bearing coupling
The holes of the
- Semi-flexible coupling discs should
coupling
be aligned
Careful with theof flywheel
alignment holes by
the machines is
cranking
recommended,the engine.
checking that the lack of
Make sure and
concentricity the parallelism
machine of is both
securely
parts
bedded in position during coupling.
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
To modify the connection, change the
• Electrical checks
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
the exciter field disconnected.
Note : Prolonged standstill
In order to avoid these problems, we
recommend the use of space heaters, as
well as turning over the machine from time
to time. Space heaters are only really
effective if they are working continuously
while the machine is stopped.

WARNING
Ensure that the alternator has the degree
of protection matching the defined
environmental conditions.
• Mechanical checks
Before starting the machine for the first time,
check that:
- all fixing bolts are tight,
- the length of bolt and the tightening torque
are correct,
- the cooling air is drawn in freely,
- the protective grille and housing are cor-
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
L1(U) Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz DE
D 3PH
T1 6S 380 - 415 380 - 480 T6
Star T5
N
8S - 380 - 416 T4
T4 W(3)-L3
T3
V(2)-L2
T6 T5
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
or
DE

L1(U) 6S 220 - 240 220 - 240

Delta 3PH 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
T5 T2 N => N1 T6
L L
NDE

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

• AREP+ or PMG three-phase 6-wire

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

L3(W) L2(V)
NDE

Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz DE
F 1PH
or
L1(U) 6S 220 - 240 220 - 240
Delta 3PH 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, AREP+ or PMG three-phase 12-wire
Connection codes Voltage / Detection Factory connection
L1(U) Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz
A 3PH DE
T12
Parallel Star
T1 T7
6 190 - 208 190 - 240
T11 *
T6
8 - 190 - 208 T5 T10
T4 T10
T4
T12
N
T5 R120 :
U => T1, N1 => T2, N => T3, 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 DE
D 3PH T1
T12
Series Star T4
6 380 - 415 380 - 480 T11 *
T7
8 - 380 - 416 T10

T10
T12 R120 :
T9 U => T1, V => T2, N => T10, N1 => n.c.
T11 T5

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

Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz DE
F L1(U) 1PH
or
Series Delta
T12 T1
3PH
6 220 - 240 220 - 240
T11 *
T9 T4
8 - 220 - 240 T3
T6 T7 (L)
T10

T3 T10 R120 : (L)

U => T1, N1 => T2, N => T3, 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 T11
T2 T8 T12 6 220 - 240 220 - 240
T6
T4 T3

T3
8 - 220 - 240
T10
T5 T11 T9
R120 : T2
T1 T4 T7 T10 T12 T6
L L U => T10, N => T1, N => N1, V => n.c.
M
R180 :
Voltage LM = 1/2 voltage LL L1 => T1, L2 => T10 T5

Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz T5 DE
G 1PH
T4
T11

T6 T1 6 220 - 240 220 - 240

T10
T12 T7
8 - 220 - 240
T3 T4

T9 T10
T5 T2 R120 :
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
the nameplate is reached before
must never be subjected to stress due to
cables connected by the user. commencing adjustment.
After operational testing, replace all
access panels or covers.
TheAVRisused 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 witha 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 cleaning product run into the slots.
wear personal protective equipment
Apply the product with a brush, sponging
appropriate for mechanical and electrical
frequently to avoid accumulation in the
hazards.
housing. Dry the winding with a dry cloth. Let
Before any intervention on the machine, any traces evaporate before reassembling
ensure that it cannot be started by a manual
the machine.
or automatic system and that you have
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 the case of dry dust, the filter can be cleaned
machine and the various electrical using compressed air and/or replaced if it is
connections in the installation.
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
Bearing both bearings black, change the bearing.
(bearing temperature 80°C above - Bearing not fully locked (abnormal play in the bearing cage)
the ambient temperature) - End shields incorrectly aligned
- Air flow (inlet-outlet) partially clogged or hot air is being
Excessive overheating of
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
temperature) load)
- 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 humming and vibration - Broken or bent shaft end
- 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 volts to termi- its voltage does not reach to the AVR
load on nals F1 and F2, the rated value when the - Faulty diode
start-up respecting the battery is removed - Armature short-circuit
polarity, for 2 to 3
seconds - Faulty AVR
The alternator builds up but - Field windings open circuit (check winding)
its voltage disappears when - 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)

Speed too low Increase the drive speed (do not touch the AVR
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 stabil- - Loose connections
oscilla- ity potentiometer - Faulty AVR
tions - Speed too low when on load
Voltage between F1 and F2
Voltage (DC)
correct Run at no load SHUNT < 20V - Check the speed
at no load and check the AREP+/PMG < 10V
and too voltage between
low when F1 et F2 on the - Faulty rotating diodes
Voltage between F1 and F2 - Short-circuit in the main field (check the
on load AVR SHUNT > 30V
(*) resistance)
AREP+/PMG > 15V
- 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 - Main field open circuit or short-circuited
operation defective
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
WARNING 6 - Field 5+

1A diode Rh. 50 -300W

conditions is not covered by our
warranty.
+
• Checking the diode bridge -
A diode in good working order should allow
the current to flow only in the anode-to-
12V battery
cathode direction.
+ -
Anode Cathode Assembly B: Connect a “Variac” variable
+ -
+ -
power supply and a diode bridge on both
exciter field wires (5+) and (6-).
Both these systems should have
A C
A C characteristics which are compatible with
the field excitation power of the machine
(see the nameplate).
3) Run the unit at its rated speed.
4) Gradually increase the exciter field
current by adjusting the rheostat or the
variac and measure the output voltages on
L1 - L2 - L3, checking the excitation voltage
and current at no load (see the machine
nameplate or ask for the factory test report).
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
• Checking the windings and rotating
from the AVR or its associated wiring (ie.
diodes using separate excitation sensing, auxiliary windings).

ASSEMBLY B
6 - Field 5+

+
During this procedure, make sure that
1A diode
the alternator is disconnected from any
20

80

external load and inspect the terminal

box to check that the connections are DC
fully tightened. Variac AC -
12V
220V
1) Stop the unit, disconnect and isolate the
AVR wires.
2) There are two ways of creating an
assembly with separate excitation.

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4.6 - Dismantling, reassembly - Refit the modules.
- Refit the air intake grille [51].
WARNING
• Access to connections and the
During the warranty period, this operation regulation system
should only be carried out in an approved The terminals are accessed directly by
workshop or in our factory, otherwise the removing the terminal box lid [48].
warranty may be invalidated.
• Replacing the NDE bearing on single
Whilst being handled, the machine
bearing machines
should remain horizontal (rotor not
locked when moved). Check how much Dismantling
the machine weighs before choosing the - Remove the terminal box lid [48].
lifting method. - Unscrew the fixing clamps on the power
output cables, remove the connector from
the exciter.
- Remove the 4 nuts on the tie rods.
- Remove the NDE shield [36] using a puller:
eg. U.32 - 350 (FACOM).
- Remove the antifriction bearing [70] using
a bolt puller.

• Tools required Reassembly

To fully dismantle the machine, we - Heat the inner slipring of a new bearing by
recommend using the tools listed below: induction or in a drying oven at 80°C (do not
- 1 ratchet spanner + extension use an oil-bath) and fit it to the machine.
- 1 torque wrench - Place the preloading wavy washer [79] in
- 1 set of flat spanners: 7, 8, 10, 12 mm the shield and fit a new O ring seal [349].
- 1 socket set: 8, 10, 13, 16, 18, 21, 22, Refit the NDE shield and pass the bundle of
24 mm wires between the top bars of the shield.
- 1 Allen key: size 5 (eg. Facom: ET5), size 6 - Refit the fixing clamps on the cables and
(ET6), size 10 (ET10), size 14 (ET14) the exciter connector.
- 1 T20 and T30 TORX bit
- 1 puller (U35)/(U32/350)
• Bolt tightening torque
See section 5.4.
• Access to diodes
- Remove the air intake grille [51].
- Check all 3 modules using an ohmmeter or
a battery lamp.

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- Replace the terminal box lid [48] and also Reassembling the revolving field coil
the earth continuity bolt [29]. - Follow the dismantling procedure in reverse
order.
NDE shield Take care not to knock the windings when
refitting the rotor in the stator.
Rotor - Refit the fan with its fixing bolts on the hub.
Threaded rod Follow the procedure for refitting the
bearings.

4.7 - Installation and maintenance of

the PMG
The PMG reference is PMG H3.
See the PMG manual ref : 5867.

WARNING
When dismantling the shields, you will
need to change the antifriction bearings,
the “O” ring seal, the preloading (wavy)
washer and adhesive paste.

• Accessing the main field and stator

Dismantling
Follow the procedure for dismantling the
bearings.
- Remove the coupling disc (single bearing
alternator) and insert a tube of the
corresponding diameter on the shaft end.
- Rest the rotor on one of its poles, then slide
it out. Use the tube as a lever arm to assist
dismantling.
- After extraction of the rotor, be careful not
to damage the fan or dismantle it.
- Remove the revolving field coil (rotor) and
place on special V-shaped supports.

NOTE: If intervention is required on the

revolving field coil (rewinding,
replacement of components), the rotor
assembly must be rebalanced.

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4.8- Table of characteristics • Table of weights

Table of average values: (values given for information only)
Alternator - 4 pole - 50 Hz - Standard
winding No. 6S (6-wire) Three-phase: AREP+/SHUNT
The voltage and current values are given
for no-load operation and operation Type Total weight (kg) Rotor (kg)
at rated load with separate field C 267 113
excitation. All values are given at ± 10%
D 295 120
(for exact values, consult the test report)
and are subject to change without prior E 368 153
warning. H 368 153
J 398 164
• Three-phase:4-poleSHUNT&AREP+ K 433 180
excitation Resistances at 20 °C (Ω) L 554 223.7
Type L/N stator Rotor Field coil Armature M 554 223.7
C 0.06 2.16 11.65 0.423
D 0.055 2.37 11.65 0.423
E 0.029 2.89 12.9 0.459
H 0.029 2.89 12.9 0.459
J 0.026 3.02 12.9 0.459
K 0.0235 3.4 12.9 0.459
L 0.188 3.84 7.88 1.051
After operational testing, it is
M 0.188 3.84 7.88 1.051
essential to replace all access panels
or covers. Don’t forget the bolt (29)
Resistance of auxiliary windings at 20 earth continuity.
°C (Ω)
X1, X2 auxiliary Z1, Z2 auxiliary
Type
windings windings
C 0.333 0.57
D 0.29 0.54
E 0.25 0.46
H 0.25 0.46
J 0.24 0.47
K 0.22 0.46
L 0.24 0.547
M 0.24 0.547

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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 Consult factory
AVR R120 (6 and 12-wire) - 5.3 - Accessories
Diode bridge assembly - • Space heater for use when stopped
Emergency kit AREP+/PMG Consult factory The space heater must run as soon as the
AVR R180 (6 and 12-wire) - alternator stops. It is installed at the rear of
Diode bridge assembly - the machine. Its standard power is 100W
with 220V or 100W with 110V on request.
Single bearing kit Consult factory
Non drive end bearing -
«O» ring -
Preloading (wavy) washer -

Warning: the power supply is present

5.2 - Technical support service when the machine has stopped.
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 fi 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

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Bolt Torque Bolt 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 5 90 1 Exciter field (stator) M6 10

21 1 Lifting eye (only with M10 40 100 1 Exciter armature - -

TAL A44 L and M) (rotor)
Diode support
28 1 Earth terminal M6* 10** 107 1 M5 6
ring
29 1 Earth continuity bolts M6 10 124 1 Terminal block M6 5

30 1 Drive end (DE) shield M12 69 144 1 Terminal box - -

198 1 Voltage regulator M5 3.6

32 1 S.A.E. adaptor ring - - (AVR)
Coupling sleeve
33 2 Protective guard M6 5 320 1 - -
36 1 M14 90*** 322 2 Coupling discs M16 300
Non drive end (NDE)
shield

40 2 Plastic cover (except - - 325 - Spacer shims - -

with TAL A44 L and M)
48 1 Terminal box lid M5 5 343 3 Diode bridge assembly M5 3

51 2 M5 3.6 347 1 Surge suppressor (+ M6 4

Air intake guard PCB)

53 1 Plug - - 349 1 O ring seal - -

* M12 (only with TAL A44 L and M)

** 69 N.m (only with TAL A44 L and M)
***130 N.m (only with TAL A44 L and M)

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Disposal and recycling instructions The oil and grease from the lubrication
We are committed to limiting the system should be treated as hazardous
environmental impact of our activity. We waste and must be treated in accordance
continuously monitor our production with local legislation.
processes, material sourcing and product
design to improve recyclability and minimise
our environmental footprint.
These instructions are for information
purposes only. It is the user’s responsibility
to comply with local legislation regarding
product disposal and recycling.

Recyclable materials
Our alternators are mainly constructed from
iron, steel and copper materials, which can
be reclaimed for recycling purposes.
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 (199) 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.
All materials listed above need special
treatment to separate waste from
reclaimable materials and should be
entrusted to specialist recycling companies.

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