Carrier VECTOR 1800 MT, Operation & Service Manual

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8.9 GENERATOR
8.9.1 Description
Driven by the diesel engine, the generator delivers AC
power to the battery charger, and all the electric motors
for the compressor, condenser fans and evaporator
fans.
When the unit is in heating or defrost mode, the genera-
tor also delivers the AC power to the heater rods located
on the evaporator coil.
8.9.2 Preventive Maintenance and
Operating Precautions
Costly repairs and down time can usually be prevented
by operating electrical equipment under conditions
which are compatible with those at which the equipment
was designed. Follow the instructions outlined below to
ensure maximum efficiency of the electrical equipment.
a. Cooling
Keep all cooling parts clean. DO NOT EXCEED
TEMPERATURE RISE OF 80
_
C (176
_
F) ABOVE A
40
_
C (104
_
F) AMBIENT . This ensures that the NEMA
Class “F” insulation will not be damaged. DO NOT
EXCEED RATED LOAD except as specified for the
equipment . OPERATE GENERATOR AT RATED
SPEED . Failure to operate generators at rated load or
speed will cause overheating and possible damage to
windings due to over voltage or current.
b. Drying the Generator Windings
WARNING
Do not direct water or steam into the gener-
ator openings. Do not allow any soap and
water solutions to enter the generator.
WARNING
High voltage (dielectric) testing must not be
performed to the machine without first ob-
serving NEMA rules. The insulation of this
generator winding may be safely checked
by using a megohm meter. A high reading
indicates good insulation.
Generators that have been in transit, recently steam
cleaned, or in storage for long periods may be subjected
to extreme temperature and moisture changes. This
can cause excessive condensation, and the generator
windings should be thoroughly dried out before bringing
the generator up to full nameplate voltage. If this
precaution is not taken, serious damage to the
generator can result. The following steps should be
taken to effectively dry the generator windings:
1 Dry windings by placing generator in drying oven or
hot room or dry with warm air blower directed through
windings.
2 If the generator has been operated and is being
placed into storage for any period of time, a P.D.
George #11127 type air-dry fungus resistant varnish
should be applied.
The finest insulation job can be very quickly broken
down by carelessly applying high voltage to windings in
a moisture saturated condition. Failure to follow these
guide lines could easily cause a breakdown, making it
necessary to return the generator to the factory for
repair.
c. Rotor Damage
If a rotor becomes defective, it should be returned to the
factory with full nameplate data. To repair a rotor, the
special tooling and technique of the factory are
necessary and essential. Should a failure occur, Carrier
Transicold should be notified immediately and steps will
be taken to return the generator for service.
8.9.3 Generator Repair/Test Procedures
a. Restoring Residual Magnetism
The direct current (DC) necessary to magnetize the
alternator field is obtained from the exciter. Initially, upon
starting the generator, current flow and voltage are
induced into the exciter armature by the magnetic lines
of force set up by the residual magnetism of the exciter
field poles.
Residual magnetism of the exciter field poles may be
lost or weakened by a strong neutralizing magnetic field
from any source, or if the generator is not operated for a
long period of time.
Should the generator fail to build up voltage after being
disassembled for any reason, a momentary short-circuit
of any two generator leads (L1, L2 and L3) while
generator is running should be sufficient to correct this
condition.
NOTE
When trying to restore residual magnetism, be
sure to wear safety glasses and non--conduc-
tive gloves. Use an insulated 12 gauge (or high-
er) jumper wire. Cut-off all but a few strands
from both ends of the jumper wire to help en-
sure fusing does not take place.
As an alternate method, apply either an alternating
current or a direct current voltage of approximately 20
volts to any two generator leads (L1, L2 and L3) while
generator is running. Do not make a positive connection
but rather touch the leads together until the generator
voltage begins to rise and then remove. It is suggested
that a 30 ampere fuse be inserted in the circuit to
prevent any damage in case the build-up voltage is not
removed quickly enough.
Reflash field if generator output voltage does not build
up.