﻿GET_GEVOMechL2_05_01_01_75 - STEP-BY-STEP Screen
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Typical steps to remove the exhauster blower are as follows:

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<b>Warning:</b> Disconnect the Multiple Unit (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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<b>Warning:</b> To prevent personal injury and potential equipment damage, ensure that the engine cannot be started before removing, installing, or adjusting any engine component.

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Place the BS in the OFF position to prevent starting attempts.

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Also, place the FPB and the LCCB in the OFF position.

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Also, apply a warning tag on the EC switch.

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<b>Warning:</b> If the locomotive is equipped with AESS, the diesel engine may start without operator action.

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Exercise caution when working around the radiator cab.

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Ensure that AESS is disabled before performing any maintenance procedures on the locomotive.

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Failure to do so may result in death or serious personal injury.

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1. Open the connection box cover located on the blower motor and disconnect the three motor leads from the terminal block located on the blower motor.

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Note the identification of each lead on each terminal for subsequent reconnection.

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2. Disconnect the flexible conduit at the exhauster blower motor connection box and save all hardware.

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3. Remove the section of handrail opposite the exhauster blower on the engineer's side (A-side) of the locomotive and save all hardware.

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4. Remove and save all exhauster blower mounting bolts and hardened washers.

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5. Remove and save the bolt, washer, lockwasher, and nut fastening the blower duct assembly to the blower assembly.

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6. Place a steel pry bar between the blower duct assembly and the exhauster blower base, and carefully pry the blower toward the short-hood end of the locomotive until the blower clears the duct assembly.

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<b>Warning:</b> The exhauster blower weighs approximately 530 lbs. (240 kg).

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Ensure that the lifting device is adequate.

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Failure to do so may result in personal injury or death.

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7. Using a crane lifting hook attached to the single lifting lug, carefully lift the blower from the base and remove the blower assembly from the locomotive.

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8. Carefully set the blower assembly on a skid in a level position.