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This package includes the following supplemental items and instructions to be used
with the previously shipped Pramac ES5500X 5.5 KW Generator Set, supplied as part
of the USS Cole damage control lessons learned package:
a. Pramac Industries Technical Service Bulletin 1001 (Power Panel Rewiring
and Ground Removal)
b. Wiring Check Template (used during power panel rewiring)
c. Repair Parts Kit for Generator (submit to Supply Officer)
d. Installation instructions for adding replacement fuel prime line (air vent)
e. Generator Mobility Kit (Ancillary equipment)
f. Allowance Parts List (APL) 16A030002
g. Maintenance Index Page (MIP)/Maintenance Requirement Cards (MRCs)
The Pramac Industries service bulletin (TSB 1001) for the ES5500X generator
series, dated 23 June 03, accomplishes two tasks: (1) corrects an incorrect wiring
problem of the power panel to allow a full 40 amp service to the duplex receptacles, and
(2) removes an incorrectly-wired ground, allowing the 10” damage control circular saw
to function with this generator.
As an aid to rewiring the panel, two figures, included immediately following TSB
1001, may be used as a guide. The first figure is a template that may be inserted
directly above the terminal board before and after the rewiring steps to determine if the
wiring to the terminal board is correct. The second figure illustrates use of the template
during rewiring.
When following TSB 1001, also note these discrepancies:
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Pramac does not need to be contacted for the replacement part (as indicated
on the TSB); it is provided as part of this delivery.
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It is very easy to overlook the remark in the TSB that there are two proce-
dures included in the instruction. Be sure to read through both sets of
instructions first. Note that when step #13 of procedure 1 is complete, DO
NOT PUT THE UNIT BACK TOGETHER, but proceed to step #2 of the
second procedure. After step #5 of the second procedure, go back to step
#14 of the first procedure, and finish.
During evaluation of the TSB, it was determined that it should require no more
than 45 minutes to perform.
A repair parts kit is also provided. This kit should be submitted to the supply
officer. Parts in this kit match the APL for the generator set.
In addition to the above TSB, the Coastal System Station has developed two
modifications to improve operation and mobility of the generator, including a fuel system
air purge, which allows the fuel system to be purged of air without removing fuel lines.
The second modification is a generator mobility kit, which consists of wheels and
handles. Information on both modifications is also found in this package.
Any questions concerning the above may be addressed to Mr. K. Powell, NSWC
CSS Panama City, Code E50L, Commercial (850) 234-4198, DSN 436-4198, or E-Mail
at
powellke@ncsc.navy.mil .