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  1. bchauvette

    MEP003 CB2 DC control breaker

    Just took the solenoid apart. O.M.G. If there was any doubt that was the problem they are completely erased. It is a very interesting configuration. The are two inter-wound coils. To pull the plunger both coils are used. To maintain hold one coil is dropped out by a set of contacts released...
  2. bchauvette

    MEP003 CB2 DC control breaker

    Update..... I'll start at the end it is the Governor/Fuel/Shut Off solonoid. An internal short increasing as temperature increases. It took over 3/4 tank of fuel and 4 days on and off, mostly on testing. Not being able to get the master switch removed from the panel to get to the lugs to test...
  3. bchauvette

    MEP003 CB2 DC control breaker

    DC Clamp!!!!! boy do I feel old. Bet they've been around for a while.
  4. bchauvette

    MEP003 CB2 DC control breaker

    Mep003 control breaker update Mep003 update Here is an update to my CB2 DC control beaker popping. The Genset needs to run between 5 to 45 minutes before it pops. So I have to wait that amount of time for every test iteration. Thank God and Coffey1for my Fluke meter. It has a max hold...
  5. bchauvette

    MEP003 CB2 DC control breaker

    Just got the MEP003 that came with the M1061 trailer/laundry unit AKA Kermit hauler running. Looks like it was completely serviced and never run. Fresh oil, air and oil filters etc. The DC control breaker pops after several minutes of running. The battery charge meter is in the yellow. Oil...
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