Historically, generator inspections require rotor removal (Figure 1). There’s a significant level of risk during this process due to possible generator damage during the disassembly, and it also ...

Understand and comply with relevant codes and standards such as NFPA 70B, NFPA 79, and NEC 110.7 to ensure proper insulation testing procedures. Develop a comprehensive job safety plan that includes ...

Acceptance test reports can tell you the condition of your cables when they were installed, but they tell you nothing about the present condition. Startup alone can radically change the data. To ...

Remove the brush holder. Clean the carbon brushes by compressed air. Inspect the brushes for uneven wear (do not touch the brushes with bare hands). Replace worn brushes. Use a stroboscope to inspect ...

Vibration levels at the bearings. Brush gear inspection (monthly or bimonthly). Remove the brush holder. Clean the carbon brushes by compressed air. Inspect the brushes for uneven wear (do not touch ...