Powermate Vantage Series PC0473503 - Manual (Page 11)

GENERATOR: Brushes
The brushes in the generator should be inspected once
every year for chips and cracks. Brushes should be replaced
when they are worn to 1/4 inch (7mm).
NOTE: Replace brushes in sets only, never separately.
INSPECTING THE BRUSHES:
1.
Remove cover plate (L).
2. Remove 4 stator bolts (O)
and endbell.
3. Disconnect the green (-) or
blue (+) brush wires from
the tab.
4. Remove brush mounting
screws (M).
5. Slide brushes (N) from
holders.
6. Replace if worn to 1/4 inch (7mm).
7. Do not over tighten screws.
NOTE: Replace only with brushes specified in parts
list. Other brushes may appear to be identical but may
have completely different mechanical and electrical
characteristics.
EXCITING THE GENERATOR:
NOTE: If your generator is a brushless unit please
contact your local service center or the Coleman
Powermate Service Department for assistance with
exciting your generator.
If there is a loss of residual magnetism (voltage will not
build up), it may be necessary to re-excite the unit.
1. Use a 6-volt lantern battery
(dry cell).
2. Remove the brush cover.
3. Start the engine with no
load connected to the
generator.
4. Attach the "-" lead of the
battery to the negative
brush. Very briefly, touch
the "+" lead of the battery to
the positive brush as
shown. Remove as soon as voltage builds up. To measure
voltage, use a plug-in voltmeter.
HEAT SHIELD:
Inspect to ensure that all heat shields and heat deflectors
are intact and in place.
ENGINE: Carburetor Icing
During the winter months, rare atmospheric conditions may
develop which will cause an icing condition in the carburetor. If
this develops, the engine may run rough, loose power, and may
stall. This temporary condition can be overcome by deflecting
some of the hot air from the engine over the carburetor area.
NOTE: Refer to the engine manufacturer's manual for
service and maintenance of the engine.
CONTACT THE COLEMAN
POWERMATE CUSTOMER
SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT
1-800-445-1805
to obtain warranty service
information or to order
replacement parts or
accessories.
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS
Even quality built equipment such as the Coleman
Powermate electric generator you have purchased, might need
occasional replacement parts to maintain it in good condition
over the years. To order replacement parts, please give the
following information:
1. Model No. and Serial No. and all specifications shown on
the Model No./Serial No. plate.
2. Part number or numbers as shown in the Parts List section
of this manual.
3. A brief description of the trouble with the generator.
NOTE: If replacement parts are required for the
engine, contact one of the engine manufacturer's service
centers.
Coleman Powermate, Inc.
4970 Airport Road
P. O. Box 6001
Kearney, NE 68848
MAINTENANCE SERVICE INFORMATION
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