﻿GET_GEVOMechL2_10_01_01_47 - STEP-BY-STEP Screen
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Typical steps to remove the alternator blower are as follows:

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<b>Warning:</b> Disconnect the MU jumper cables connecting the locomotive being serviced to any other equipment prior to performing any maintenance tasks.

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Hazardous voltages may be present between interconnected units.

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Failure to disconnect the MU jumper cables from the locomotive being serviced may result in injury or death.

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1. Remove the bolts securing the roof hatch on the blower cab roof, then lift off the hatch with a crane and set it aside.

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<b>Note:</b> The alternator blower motor terminal block is mounted on the underside of the blower cab just below the alternator blower on the Engineer's side of the locomotive.

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2. Disconnect the three motor leads from the terminal block, keeping in mind the arrangement for later reassembly, then install the hardware back onto the terminal block studs.

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3. Remove the locknut from the motor lead flexible metal conduit near the terminal block.

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4. Carefully pull the flexible metal conduit and three motor leads back inside the blower cab.