Hudson 1955 Rambler, Technical & Service Manual

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GENERATOR (DELCO-REMY)
"Rambler" Series
The Delco-Remy generator model 1102815 is
used with Air Conditioning equipment and
model 1100021 on the "Rambler" Series without
Air Conditioning.
The generators are a six volt 4.630 inch
diameter frame size, two brush shunt unit
with a ball bearing supporting the armature
at the drive end and a bronze bushing in the
commutator end. It is force draft ventilated
by means of a fan mounted behind the drive
pulley which rotates with the armature shaft.
The generator output is regulated by the
correct settings of the current and voltage
regulator.
Lubrication
The two hinge cap oilers should be supplied
with 10 to 20 drops of light engine oil every
5,000 miles of operation. Do not oil exces-
sively. NEVER OIL COMMUTATOR.
Inspection
The generator should be removed and disassem-
bled to inspect the commutator and brushes
at regular intervals. If the commutator is
dirty, it may be cleaned with No. 00
sandpaper. Blow out all dust after cleaning.
NEVER USE EMERY CLOTH TO CLEAN COMMUTATOR.
If the commutator is rough, out of round, or
has high mica, it should be turned down in a
lathe and the mica undercut %2".
Worn brushes should be replaced. Brushes
should be free in their holders.
Check the brush spring tension which should
be 28 ounces.
At regular intervals, (actual mileage or
time depending on the type of operation) the
generator should be disassembled for a
thorough cleaning and inspection of all
parts. Never clean the armature or fields in
any degreasing tank, or with grease dissolv-
ing materials, since these may damage the
insulation. The ball bearing should be cleaned
E L E C T R I C A L
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OPERATION EFFECT CAUSE AND REMEDY
Remove the regulator cover and
hold the current regulator
contacts closed. Voltage should build up.
Voltage does not build up. Current regulator contacts
burned or dirty or incorrect
regulator setting. Clean the
contacts and adjust the regulator.
Test again. If the voltage still
does not build up, remove the
regulator for an overhaul.