TM 5-4310-368-14
5-10.
MAGNETO (Figure 5-18 and Figure 5-19)
This task covers:
a. Disassembly
c.
Inspection
b. Cleaning
d. Reassembly
INITIAL SETUP
Applicable Configurations
All
Equipment Condition
Paragraph
Condition Description
Magneto Removed
General Safety Precautions
WARNING
Dry cleaning solvent, P-D-680, used to clean parts is potentially
dangerous to personnel and property. Avoid repeated and prolonged
skin contact. Do not use near open flame or excessive heat. Flash
point of solvent is 100 (38 ) - 138 (59 ).
F
C
F
C
a. Disassembly
(1)
Disassemble the magneto in the sequence shown in Figure 5-19.
(2)
Discard capacitor and seal.
(3)
Discard distributor block, rotor and contact point set.
b. Cleaning. Clean all parts with cleaning solvent and dry thoroughly. Do not clean cam wick.
c.
Inspection
(1)
Inspect cam wick. Replace if dirty or saturated with grease.
(2)
Check coil for open circuit or shorts. Check for damaged insulation. Replace defective coil.
(3)
Inspect gear teeth on rotor gear and shaft gear. Replace damaged or worn gears.
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