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Generac 9344 — Testing Rotor Insulation

Testing & diagnosis · Rotor winding

For the Generac 9344, from the Generac service manual.

Applies to: Generac 9344

Before you start

  • Rotor must be completely isolated from the voltage regulator; brush wires No. 1 and 4 must not touch any part of frame during the test.

Procedure

  1. Make sure brushes and brush holders are removed and rotor is isolated from ground and other components.
  2. Disconnect excitation leads No. 1 and 4 from the brushes.
  3. Connect red test lead to the positive (+) slip ring nearest the rotor bearing.
  4. Connect tester black lead to a clean frame ground on the rotor.
  5. Set tester Voltage switch to 500 volts; turn tester ON and check Pilot lamp.
  6. Set Voltage switch to 1250 volts; wait one second, then turn tester OFF.

Tools required

  • Hi-Pot tester or megohmmeter Amazon

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Specs & values

  • Apply voltage for one second only

Full service-parts list: Generac 9344 →

Source: Generac service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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