alternator problem

[Dmoser]

Im having a problem pulling up the tech manuals so i cant pull up what i need to look up. if somebody could give me some help with my question that would be very helpful. my generator no. 1 light is coming on in my 84 M1009 (very dim) and i need to test the output of it, however i need to know the spec for the output of it. if somebody knows the amperage rating of it, and could tell me it would be much appriciated.

 

[Shop Rat Fab]

Each alt is rated at 100Amp output. I would start with the obvious electrical concerns, power feed, grounds, and clean connections.

 

[Dmoser]

Thanks, ill be sure to check all of those as well

 

[Warthog]

The tech manuals can be found at www.jatonkam35s.com or Free Military Army Manuals! . Since the TM are off line here we have been talking about this sites for months.

The TM 9-2320-289-34 has a section dedicated to the alternator. Rebuilding and testing.

Before you start any electrical work, charge and load test your batteries. Many electrical issues are caused by bad or dying batteries.

 

[319]

Check your belts also.