Service manual

CHARGING SYSTEM SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 26
Page 4C-6 90-861329--1 MARCH 1999
Periodic Maintenance
The following maintenance check should be performed every 50 hours or 60 days
(whichever comes first) in fresh water areas or every 25 hours or 30 days in salt water areas.
CAUTION
Remove all battery cables from battery (before conducting the following check) to
prevent accidentally shorting out electrical system.
1. Inspect entire alternator system for corroded or loose connectors.
2. Check wiring for frayed or worn insulation.
3. Check alternator drive belt for excessive wear, cracks, fraying and glazed surfaces.
Also, check drive belt tension and adjust, if necessary, as explained under “Drive Belt
Tension Adjustment.”
4. Check alternator mounting bolts for adequate tightness.
5. Inspect slip ring end frame flame arrestor screen for debris and clean, if necessary, using
compressed air or a cloth. Screen MUST BE clean, or alternator may overheat.
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