LSA 44.

Low Voltage Alternators - 4 pole

Installation and maintenance
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LSA 44.3
Low Voltage Alternators - 4 pole

This manual concerns the alternator which you have just purchased.
We wish to draw your attention to the contents of this maintenance manual.

SAFETY MEASURES a) During operation, do not allow anyone

Before using your machine for the first time, to stand in front of the air outlet guards,
it is important to read the whole of this in case anything is ejected from them.
installation and maintenance manual. b) Do not allow children younger than 14
to go near the air outlet guards.
All necessary operations and interventions
on this machine must be performed by a A set of self-adhesive stickers depicting the
qualified technician. various warning symbols is included with
this maintenance manual. They should be
Our technical support service will be pleased positioned as shown in the drawing below
to provide any additional information you once the machine has been fully installed.
may require.
The various operations described in this
manual are accompanied by recom- WARNING
mendations or symbols to alert the user to The alternators must not be put into
potential risks of accidents. It is vital that service until the machines in which they
you understand and take notice of the are to be incorporated have been
following warning symbols. declared compliant with Directives EC
and plus any other directives that may be
WARNING applicable.
This manual is to be given to the end
Warning symbol for an operation capable user.
of damaging or destroying the machine The range of electric alternators and
or surrounding equipment. their derivatives, manufactured by us or
on our behalf, comply with the technical
requirements of the customs Union
directives (EAC).

Warning symbol for general danger to

personnel. © - We reserve the right to modify the
characteristics of this product at any time in
order to incorporate the latest technological
developments. The information contained in
this document may therefore be changed
without notice.
Warning symbol for electrical danger to
personnel. This document may not be reproduced in
any form without prior authorisation.
All brands and models have been registered
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and patents applied for.
We wish to draw your attention to the
following 2 safety measures which must be
complied with:

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CONTENTS
1 - RECEIPT.............................................................................................................................4
1.1 - Standards and safety measures................................................................................ 4
1.2 - Inspection.................................................................................................................. 4
1.3 - Identification.............................................................................................................. 4
1.4 - Storage...................................................................................................................... 4
1.5 - Applications............................................................................................................... 4
1.6 - Usage restrictions...................................................................................................... 4

2 - TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS....................................................................................5
2.1 - Electrical characteristics............................................................................................ 5
2.2 - Mechanical characteristics........................................................................................ 5

3 - INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................6
3.1 - Assembly................................................................................................................... 6
3.2 - Checks prior to first use............................................................................................. 6
3.3 - Terminal connection diagrams................................................................................... 7
3.4 - Commissioning........................................................................................................ 10
3.5 - Setting up................................................................................................................ 10

4 - SERVICING - MAINTENANCE......................................................................................... 11
4.1 - Safety measures.......................................................................................................11
4.2 - Routine maintenance................................................................................................11
4.3 - Bearings.................................................................................................................. 12
4.4 - Mechanical defects.................................................................................................. 12
4.5 - Electrical faults........................................................................................................ 13
4.6 - Dismantling, reassembly......................................................................................... 15
4.7 - Installation & maintenance of the PMG................................................................... 17
4.8 - Table of characteristics....................................................................................... 17-18

5 - SPARE PARTS.................................................................................................................19
5.1 - First maintenance parts........................................................................................... 19
5.2 - Technical support service........................................................................................ 19
5.3 - Accessories ............................................................................................................ 19
5.4 - Exploded views, parts list and tightening torque..................................................... 20

Disposal and recycling instructions

Declaration of EC compliance and incorporation

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1 - RECEIPT 1.4 - Storage
1.1 - Standards and safety Prior to commissioning, machines should
measures be stored :
- away from humidity (< 90%); after a long
Our alternators comply with most period of storage, check the machine
international standards. insulation. To prevent the bearings from
See the EC Declaration of Incorporation on becoming marked, do not store in an
the last page. environment with significant vibration.
1.2 - Inspection 1.5 - Application
On receipt of your alternator, check that it These alternators are mainly designed to
has not suffered any damage in transit. If produce electricity in the context of
there are obvious signs of knocks, contact applications involving the use of
the transporter (you may be able to claim generators.
on their insurance) and after a visual
check, turn the machine by hand to detect 1.6 - Usage restrictions
any malfunction. Use of the machine is restricted to operating
conditions (environment, speed, voltage,
1.3 - Identification power, etc) compatible with the characteri-
The alternator is identified by means of a stics indicated on the nameplate.
nameplate fixed on the machine (see
drawing).
Make sure that the nameplate on the
machine conforms to your order.
So that you can identify your alternator
quickly and accurately, we suggest you fill in
its specifications on the nameplate below.

LSA IP RATINGS
N°: Date : Voltage V
r.p.m. Hz Weight : kg Phase
LSA 000-1-006 e

Th.class. Altitude : m Conn.

P.F. :
A.V.R. Excit. Contin. kVA
Excit. values full load : V/ A B.R. kW
at no load : A 40°C. A
D.E. bearing Std by kVA
N.D.E. bearing P.R. kW
R

27°C. A
C US
166631 Made in ............................

IEC 60034 - 1 & 5. / ISO 8528 - 3. / NEMA MG1 - 32 & 33. Moteurs Leroy-Somer - Boulevard Marcellin Leroy,
CS 10015 - 16915 Angoulême Cedex 9 - France

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2 - TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 2.2 - Mechanical characteristics
2.1 - Electrical characteristics - Steel frame
- Cast iron end shields
This alternator is a machine without
- Protected ball bearings, greased for life
sliprings or revolving armature brushes,
- Mounting arrangements: foot and flange
wound as “2/3 pitch”, 12-wire, with class H
mounted, single-bearing with SAE coupling
insulation and a field excitation system
disc, double-bearing with SAE flange and
available in either SHUNT, AREP or
standard cylindrical shaft extension
«PMG» version (see diagrams and AVR
- Drip-proof machine, self-cooled
manuals).
- Degree of protection: IP 23
• Electrical options
- Stator temperature detection sensors • Mechanical options
- Space heater - Air inlet filter
In order to conform to standard EN 61000- - IP 44 protection
6-3, EN 61000-6-2, EN 55011, the R 791
interference suppression kit is needed.

MAIN FIELD STATOR : 12-wire (marking T1 to T 12)

SHUNT SYSTEM
T1 T7 T2 T8 T3 T9
EXCITER
Varistor

Armature
5+ 6-
T4 T10 T5 T11 T6 T12
Field

R 250 Power supply / Detection

MAIN FIELD STATOR : 12-wire (marking T1 to T 12)

AREP SYSTEM Aux. windings
T1 T7 T2 T8 T3 T9
EXCITER
Varistor

Armature
5+ 6-
T4 T10 T5 T11 T6 T12
Field

R 438 Voltage reference

MAIN FIELD STATOR : 12-wire (marking T1 to T12)

PMG SYSTEM
T1 T7 T2 T8 T3 T9
EXCITER
Varistor

PMG

Armature
5+ 6-
T4 T10 T5 T11 T6 T12
Field

R 438 Voltage reference

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3 - INSTALLATION • Single-bearing coupling
Personnel undertaking the various Before coupling, check the compatibility
operations indicated in this section must between the alternator and the engine by
wear personal protective equipment performing:
appropriate for mechanical and electrical - undertaking a torsional analysis of the
hazards. transmission (alternators data are available
on request),
3.1 - Assembly - checking the dimensions of the flywheel
and its housing, the flange, coupling discs
and offset.
WARNING
All mechanical handling operations When coupling the alternator to the
must be undertaken using suitable prime mover, do not use the fan to turn
equipment and the machine must be the alternator or rotor.
horizontal. Check how much the machine The holes of the coupling discs should
weighs before choosing the lifting tool. be aligned with the flywheel holes by
During this operation, do not allow cranking the engine.
anyone to stand under the load. Make sure the machine is securely
bedded in position during coupling.
• Handling Check that there is lateral play on the
The generously-sized lifting eyes are for crankshaft.
handling the alternator only. They must not • Double-bearing coupling
be used to lift the genset. The choice of - Semi-flexible coupling
lifting hooks or handles should be determined Careful alignment of the machines is
by the shape of the lifting eyes. Choose a recommended, checking that the lack of
lifting system which respects the integrity concentricity and parallelism of both parts
and the environment of the machine. of the coupling do not exceed 0.1 mm.
This alternator has been balanced with a
During this operation, do not allow 1/2 key.
anyone to stand under the load. • Location
The room where the alternator is placed
must be ventilated to ensure that the
ambient temperature cannot exceed the
data on the nameplate.

3.2 - Checks prior to first use

• Electrical checks

Under no circumstances should an

alternator, new or otherwise, be operated
if the insulation is less than 1 megohm
for the stator and 100,000 ohms for the
other windings.

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There are 2 possible methods for restoring - the cooling air is drawn in freely,
the above minimum values. - the protective grills and housing are cor-
a) Dry out the machine for 24 hours in a rectly in place,
drying oven at a temperature of 110 °C - the standard direction of rotation is clock-
(without the regulator). wise as seen from the drive end (phase
b) Blow hot air into the air intake, having rotation in order 1 - 2 - 3).
made sure that the machine is rotating with For anti-clockwise rotation, swap 2 and 3.
the exciter field disconnected. - the winding connection corresponds to the
Note : Prolonged standstill site operating voltage (see section 3.3).
In order to avoid these problems, we
recommend the use of space heaters, as 3.3 - Terminal connection diagrams
well as turning over the machine from time To modify the connection, change the
to time. Space heaters are only really position of the stator cables on the terminals.
effective if they are working continuously The winding code is specified on the
while the machine is stopped. nameplate.

WARNING
Ensure that the alternator has the degree
of protection matching the defined
environmental conditions. Any intervention on the alternator
terminals during reconnection or checks
• Mechanical checks should be performed with the machine
Before starting the machine for the first time, stopped.
check that: In no case should the internal
- all fixing bolts are tight, connections in the terminal box be
- the length of bolt and the tightening torque subjected to stresses due to cables
are correct, connected by the user.
Connection codes L.L. voltage Factory connection
T12
A
L1(U) Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz T6 T11
T5 N
3 phases
T1 T7
6 190 - 208 190 - 240
T4 T10
7 220 - 230 - T9 L3(W)
T4 T10 N
T3
T12 T5
8 - 190 - 208 T8 L2(V)
T9 T2
T11 R 250 voltage sensing: T2
T6 0 => (T8) / 110 V => (T11) T7 L1(U)
R 438 voltage sensing:
L3(W) T3 T8 L2(V)
0 => (T3) / 110 V => (T2) T1 NDE
T12
D T1 L1(U) Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz T11

6 N
3 phases T4 380 - 415 380 - 480
T10
T7
7 440 - 460 - T9 L3(W)
N T6
T10 T3
T12 8 - 380 - 416 T8 L2(V)
T9
T11 T5 R 250 voltage sensing: T5 T2
T3 T6 T8 T2 0 => (T8) / 110 V => (T11) T7 L1(U)
R 438 voltage sensing:
L3(W) L2(V) 0 => (T3) / 380 V => (T2) T4 T1 NDE

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Connection codes L.L. voltage Factory connection

FF Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz T4 T11
T7 M
1 phase 6 220 - 240 220 - 240
T3
T2 T6 T8 T12
7 250 - 260 - T9 L
T3 T10
T5 T11 T9
8 200 220 - 240 T8 T6
T1 T4 T7 T10
L L R 250 voltage sensing: T12 T2
M
0 => (T1) / 110 V => (T4) T5 L
R 438 voltage sensing:
LM voltage = 1/2 LL voltage T1
0 => (T10) / 220 V => (T1) NDE

L1(U)
Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz
F
1 phase T12 T1 6 220 - 240 220 - 240 T6 T3
or
3 phases T9 L
T4
T7 7 250 - 260 - T9 T11 L3(W)
T6
T5
L
T3 T10 8 200 220 - 240 T8 T10 L2(V)
L3(W) L2(V) R 250 voltage sensing: T4 T2
T11 T8 T5 T2
L L 0 => (T8) / 110 V => (T11)
M T7 T12 L1(U)
R 438 voltage sensing:
LM voltage = 1/2 LL voltage T1
0 => (T3) / 220 V => (T2) NDE

Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz T5 T11
G
6 T4 M
1 phase 220 - 240 220 - 240
M T10
T6 T1
T12
T7 7 250 - 260 - T9 L
T4 T3
T3
T10
T2 8 200 220 - 240 T8 L
T5
T9 L
R 250 voltage sensing: T12 T2
L T11 T8 0 => (T8) / 110 V => (T11) T7 T6
R 438 voltage sensing:
LM voltage = 1/2 LL voltage 0 => (T3) / 220 V => (T2) T1
NDE

When coupling alternators in parallel with connected neutral,

it may be necessary to use a reactance (please contact us).
Tightening torque of terminal (M10 / 20 Nm +/-3).

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SINGLE-PHASE 4-WIRE - type M or M1 DEDICATED WINDING

SERIAL CONNECTION Voltage 50/60Hz Output

T2 T3
L-L L-M Link L L M
T1 T4
220 110
230 115 T2 - T3 T1 T4 T2 - T3
M 240 120
L L
R 250 voltage sensing: 0 => (T1) / 110 V => (T2)

Warning: parallel connection not possible.

• Option connection diagram

R 791 T interference suppression kit (standard for CE marking) Voltage potentiometer
A D F B F/F G

Black T1 T1 T1 T1 T1 T2
Black T2 T2 T2 T2 T9 T3 ST4
Black T3 T3 T3 T3 NC NC Voltage adjustment
Blue N N by remote potentiometer
Green/Yellow

Anti condensation heater Thermistor (PTC) temperature

130°C
103 Blue wire
Ph1
101 150°C
Ph2 Black wire
102
Ph3 180°C
104 Red/white wire

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• Connection checks 3.4 - Commissioning

Electrical installations must comply with

the current legislation in force in the The machine can only be started up and
country of use. used if the installation is in accordance
Check that: with the regulations and instructions
- The residual circuit-breaker conforms to
legislation on protection of personnel, in defined in this manual.
force in the country of use, and has been The machine is tested and set up at the
correctly installed on the alternator power factory. When first used with no load, make
output as close as possible to the alternator. sure that the drive speed is correct and
(In this case, disconnect the wire of the stable (see the nameplate). With the
interference suppression module linking the
neutral). regreasable bearing option, we recommend
- Any protection devices in place have not greasing the bearings at the time of
been tripped. commissioning (see section 4.3).
- If there is an external AVR, the connections On application of the load, the machine
between the alternator and the cabinet are should achieve its rated speed and voltage;
made in accordance with the connection however, in the event of abnormal operation,
diagram. the machine setting can be altered (follow
- There is no short-circuit phase-phase or the adjustment procedure in section 3.5). If
phase-neutral between the alternator output the machine still operates incorrectly, the
terminals and the generator set control
cabinet (part of the circuit not protected by cause of the malfunction must be located
circuitbreakers or relays in the cabinet). (see section 4.5).
- The machine should be connected with the
busbar separating the terminals as shown in 3.5 - Setting up
the terminal connection diagram.

- The alternator earth terminal inside the The various adjustments during tests
terminal box is connected to the electrical must be made by a qualified engineer.
earth circuit Ensure that the drive speed specified on
- The earth terminal is connected to the the nameplate is reached before
frame. commencing adjustment.
The connections inside the terminal box
must never be subjected to stress due to After operational testing, replace all
cables connected by the user. access panels or covers.
The AVR is used to make any adjustments
to the machine.

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4 - SERVICING - MAINTENANCE WARNING
4.1 - Safety measures Do not use: trichlorethylene, perchlo-
Servicing or troubleshooting must be
rethylene, trichloroethane or any alkaline
carried out strictly in accordance with
products.
instructions so as to avoid the risk of
accidents and to maintain the machine in
its original state.
These operations must be performed at a
cleaning station, equipped with a
vacuum system that collects and flushes
All such operations performed on the out the products used.
alternator should be undertaken by
The insulating components and the
personnel trained in the commissioning,
impregnation system are not at risk of
servicing and maintenance of electrical
damage from solvents. Avoid letting the
and mechanical components, who must
wear personal protective equipment cleaning product run into the slots.
appropriate for mechanical and electrical Apply the product with a brush, sponging
hazards. frequently to avoid accumulation in the
housing. Dry the winding with a dry cloth. Let
Before any intervention on the machine,
ensure that it cannot be started by a manual any traces evaporate before reassembling
or automatic system and that you have the machine.
understood the operating principles of the • Mechanical servicing
system.
WARNING
Cleaning the machine using water or a
highpressure washer is strictly prohi-
Warning : During and after running, the
bited. Any problems arising from such
alternator will reach temperatures hot
treatment are not covered by our
enough to cause injury, such as burns.
warranty.
Degreasing: Use a brush and detergent
4.2 - Routine maintenance (suitable for paintwork).
Dusting: Use an air gun.
• Checks after start-up
If the machine is fitted with air inlet and outlet
After approximately 20 hours of operation,
filters, the maintenance personnel should
check that all fixing bolts on the machine are
clean them routinely at regular intervals. In
still tight, plus the general state of the
machine and the various electrical the case of dry dust, the filter can be cleaned
connections in the installation. using compressed air and/or replaced if it is
clogged.
• Electrical servicing After cleaning the alternator, it is essential to
Commercially-available volatile degreasing check the winding insulation (see sections
agents can be used. 3.2 and 4.5).

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4.3 - Bearings
The bearings are permanently greased Approximate life of the grease (depending on use) = 20,000
hours or 3 years.

4.4 - Mechanical defects

Fault Action
Excessive overheating of one or - If the bearing has turned blue or if the grease has turned
both bearings black, change the bearing.
Bearing (bearing temperature 80°C above - Bearing not fully locked (abnormal play in the bearing cage)
the ambient temperature) - End shields incorrectly aligned
- Air flow (inlet-outlet) partially clogged or hot air is being
Excessive overheating of recycled from the alternator or engine
Abnormal alternator frame (more than - Alternator operating at too high a voltage (>105% of Un on
temperature 40° C above the ambient load)
temperature) - Alternator overloaded
- Misalignment (coupling)
Too much vibration - Defective mounting or play in coupling
Vibrations - Rotor balancing fault (Engine - Alternator)
Excessive vibration and humming - Phase imbalance
noise coming from the machine - Stator short-circuit

- System short-circuit
- Misparalleling
Alternator damaged by a Possible consequences
Abnormal - Broken or damaged coupling
significant impact, followed by
noise - Broken or bent shaft end
humming and vibration
- Shifting and short-circuit of main field
- Fan fractured or coming loose on shaft
- Irreparable damage to rotating diodes/AVR, surge suppressor

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4.5 - Electrical faults

Fault Action Effect Check/Cause
The alternator builds up and
its voltage is still correct - Lack of residual magnetism
when the battery is removed
Connect a new
battery of 4 to 12 The alternator builds up but - Check the connection of the voltage reference
No voltage volts to terminals its voltage does not reach to the AVR
at no load on E- and E+, the rated value when the - Faulty diodes
start-up respecting the battery is removed - Armature short-circuit
polarity, for 2 to 3
The alternator builds up but -- Faulty
seconds AVR
its voltage disappears when - Field windings open circuit (check winding)
Revolving field coil open circuit (check the
the battery is removed resistance)
Check the AVR connections (AVR may be faulty)
- Field windings short-circuited
Correct speed - Rotating diodes burnt out
Voltage too Check the drive - Revolving field coil short-circuited
low speed - Check the resistance
Increase the drive speed (do not touch the AVR
Speed too low voltage pot. (P2) before running at the correct
speed)
Adjust AVR
Voltage too voltage Adjustment ineffective Faulty AVR
high potentiometer
- Check the speed: possibility of cyclic
irregularity
Adjust the If no effect: try normal or fast - Loose
Voltage connections
AVR stability stability
oscillations - Faulty AVR
potentiometer modes (ST2) - Speed too low when on load (or AVR LAM set
too high)
Voltage between E+ and E-
(DC)
Voltage Run at no load and SHUNT < 20V - AREP / PMG - Check the speed (or AVR LAM set too high)
correct at no check the voltage < 10V
load and too between E+ and
Voltage between E+ and E- -- Faulty
low when on E- on the AVR rotating diodes
SHUNT > 30V - AREP / PMG Short-circuit
load in the revolving field coil. Check
the resistance.
> 15V - Faulty exciter armature. Check the resistance
Check the AVR,
the - Exciter winding open circuit
Voltage surge suppressor, - Faulty exciter armature
disappears the rotating The voltage does not return - Faulty AVR
during diodes, and to the rated value - Revolving field coil open circuit or short-
operation replace any circuited
defective
components

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• Checking the winding Assembly A: Connect a 12 V battery in
You can check the winding insulation by series with a rheostat of approximately
performing a high voltage test. In this case, 50 ohms - 300 W and a diode on both exciter
you must disconnect all AVR wires. field wires (5+) and (6-).
ASSEMBLY A
WARNING 6 - Field 5+
Damage caused to the AVR in such Rh. 50 -300W
1A diode
conditions is not covered by our
warranty.
+
4.5.2 - Checking the diode bridge -
A diode in good working order should allow
the current to flow only in the anode-to- 12V battery
cathode direction.
+ -
Anode Cathode Assembly B: Connect a “Variac” variable
+ -
+ -
power supply and a diode bridge on both
exciter field wires (5+) and (6-).
Both these systems should have
A C
A C characteristics which are compatible with
the field excitation power of the machine
(see the nameplate).
3) Run the unit at its rated speed.
4) Gradually increase the exciter field
current by adjusting the rheostat or the
variac and measure the output voltages on
L1 - L2 - L3, checking the excitation voltage
and current at no load (see the machine
nameplate or ask for the factory test report).
When the output voltage is at its rated value
and balanced within 1% for the rated
excitation level, the machine is in good
• Checking the windings and rotating working order. The fault therefore comes
diodes using separate excitation from the AVR or its associated wiring (ie.
sensing, auxiliary windings).

ASSEMBLY B
6 - Field 5+

During this procedure, make sure that 40

50 60 +
the alternator is disconnected from any
30

70

1A diode
20

80

external load and inspect the terminal

10

90

box to check that the connections are

0 100

fully tightened. - DC
Variac AC 12V
1) Stop the unit, disconnect and isolate the 220V
AVR wires.
2) There are two ways of creating an
assembly with separate excitation.

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4.6 - Dismantling, reassembly - Refit the modules.
- Refit the air intake grille [51].
WARNING
• Access to connections and the
During the warranty period, this operation regulation system
should only be carried out in an approved The terminals are accessed directly by
workshop or in our factory, otherwise the removing the terminal box lid [48]. To access
warranty may be invalidated. the AVR adjustment potentiometers, the
Whilst being handled, the machine side plate [59] should be removed.
should remain horizontal (rotor not
locked when moved). Check how much • Replacing the NDE bearing on single-
the machine weighs before choosing the bearing machines
lifting method. - Dismantling
- Remove the terminal box lid [48].
- Unscrew the fixing clamps on the power
output cables, remove the connector from
the exciter and the R 791 module.
- Remove the 4 nuts on the tie rods.
- Remove the NDE shield [36] using a puller:
eg. U.32 - 350 (FACOM).
- Remove the antifriction bearing [70] using
a screw puller.

• Tools required
To fully dismantle the machine, we
recommend using the tools listed below: - Reassembly
- 1 ratchet spanner + extension - Heat the inner slipring of a new bearing by
- 1 torque wrench induction or in a drying oven at 80°C (do not
- 1 set of flat spanners: 7, 8, 10, 12 mm use an oil-bath) and fit it to the machine.
- 1 socket set: 8, 10, 13, 16, 18, 21, 22, - Place the preloading wavy washer [79] in
24 mm the shield and fit a new O ring seal [349].
- 1 Allen key: size 5 (eg. Facom: ET5), size 6 Refit the NDE shield and pass the bundle of
(ET6), size 10 (ET10, size 14 (ET14) wires between the top bars of the shield.
- 1 T20 and T30 TORX bit - Refit the fixing clamps on the cables, the
- 1 puller (U35)/(U32/350) R 791 module and the exciter connector.
- Replace the terminal box lid [48] and also
• Screw tightening torque the earth continuity screw [29].
See section 5.4.
• Access to diodes
- Remove the air intake grille [51].
- Check all 3 modules using an ohmmeter or
a battery lamp.

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• Accessing the main field and stator
- Dismantling
NDE shield Follow the procedure for dismantling the
Rotor bearings.
Screw rod - Remove the coupling disc (single-bearing
alternator) or the DE shield (twin-bearing
alternator) and insert a tube of the
corresponding diameter on the shaft end.
- Rest the rotor on one of its poles, then slide
it out. Use the tube as a lever arm to assist
dismantling.
- After extraction of the rotor, be careful not
to damage the fan or dismantle it.
- Remove the revolving field coil (rotor) and
place on special V-shaped supports.

NOTE: If intervention is required on the

revolving field coil (rewinding,
WARNING replacement of components), the rotor
assembly must be rebalanced.
When dismantling the shields, you will
need to change the antifriction bearings,
- Reassembling the revolving field coil
the “O” ring seal, the preloading (wavy)
washer and adhesive paste. - Follow the dismantling procedure in reverse
order.
Take care not to knock the windings when
• Replacing the DE bearing
refitting the rotor in the stator.
- Dismantling - Refit the fan with its fixing screws on the
- Uncouple the alternator from the prime hub.
mover.
- Remove the 8 assembly screws. Follow the procedure for refitting the
bearings.
- Remove the DE shield [32].
- Remove the NDE shield.
- Remove both antifriction bearings [60] and
[70] using a puller with a central screw.
- Reassembly
- Heat the new bearings by induction or in a
drying oven at 80°C (do not use an oil-bath)
and fit them to the machine.
- Check that both the preloading wavy washer
[79] and the new O ring seal [349] have been
fitted on the NDE shield [36].
Refit the NDE shield and pass the bundle of
wires between the top bars of the shield.
- Refit the DE shield [32] and tighten the
8 fixing screws.
- Check that the alternator assembly is
correctly mounted and that all screws are
tightened.

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4.7 - Installation and maintenance of • SHUNT excitation current - 400 V - 50 Hz
the PMG “i exc”: excitation current of the exciter field
The PMG reference is PMG 7. See the PMG Type At no load On load
maintenance manual, ref: 4211. S2 0.74 2.03
S3 0.74 2.27
S4 0.71 2.06
S5 0.71 2.24
M6 0.65 2.39
M8 0.62 2.30
After operational testing, it is essential to L10 0.66 2.36
replace all access panels or covers. Don’t
forget the screw [29] earth continuity.
• AREP resistances at 20°C (Ω)
Exciter
Type L/N stator Rotor Armature
field
4.8 - Table of characteristics S2 0.0503 2.354 7.262 0.422
Table of average values: S3 0.0503 2.354 7.262 0.422
Alternator - 2 and 4 poles - 50 Hz/60 Hz -
S4 0.039 2.578 8.068 0.459
Winding n° 6 and M or M1 connected in
S5 0.039 2.578 8.068 0.459
dedicated single-phase. (400 V for the
excitation values). M6 0.0335 2.805 8.068 0.459
The voltage and current values are given for M8 0.0287 3.032 8.068 0.459
no-load operation and operation at rated L10 0.0236 3.291 8.068 0.459
load with separate field excitation. All values
are given at ± 10% (for exact values, consult • AREP resistances at 20°C (Ω) on the
the test report) and are subject to change auxiliary windings
without prior warning. For 60 Hz machines,
the resistance values are the same and the Type Winding X1, X2 Winding Z1, Z2
excitation current «i exc» is approximately 5 S2 0.341 0.627
to 10% weaker. S3 0.341 0.627
S4 0.304 0.571
• SHUNT resistances at 20°C (Ω) S5 0.304 0.571
Exciter M6 0.288 0.575
Type L/N stator Rotor Armature M8 0.271 0.559
field
S2 0.0503 2.354 11.647 0.422 L10 0.247 0.524
S3 0.0503 2.354 11.647 0.422
S4 0.039 2.578 12.941 0.459
• AREP excitation current - 400 V - 50 Hz
S5 0.039 2.578 12.941 0.459
“i exc”: excitation current of the exciter field.
M6 0.0335 2.805 12.941 0.459
M8 0.0287 3.032 12.941 0.459 Type At no load On load
L10 0.0236 3.291 12.941 0.459 S2 0.96 2.61
S3 0.96 2.92
S4 0.92 2.65
S5 0.92 2.89
M6 0.83 3.08
M8 0.8 2.97
L10 0.85 3.05

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• Voltage on the auxiliary windings i exc excitation current (A) - 240 V - 60 Hz
“i exc”: excitation current of the exciter field.
Type Winding X1, X2 Winding Z1, Z2
Type At no load On load
50 Hz 55 ... 59 11 ... 16
S2 0.8 1.7
60 Hz 66 ... 71 14 ... 19
S3 0.9 1.8
S4 1 1.9
S5 1 2
• 4P dedicated single-phase - Winding M
M6 0.6 1.7
SHUNT excitation (50 Hz)
L10 0.7 1.5
Resistances at 20°C (Ω)
Exciter • Table of weights
Type L/N stator Rotor Armature
field (values given for information only)
S2 0.012 2.354 11.647 0.422
S3 0.012 2.354 11.647 0.422 Type Total weight (kg) Rotor (kg)
S4 0.0093 2.578 12.941 0.459 S2 301 120
S5 0.0093 2.578 12.941 0.459 S3 301 120
M8 0.0068 3.032 12.941 0.459 S4 338 136
S5 338 136
i exc excitation current (A) - 240 V - 60 Hz M6 374 150
“i exc”: excitation current of the exciter field. M8 404 162
L10 439 178
Type At no load On load
S2 0.7 1.3
S3 0.7 1.5
S4 0.7 1.3
S5 0.7 1.5
M8 0.6 1.3

• 4P dedicated single-phase - After operational testing, it is essential

Winding M1 SHUNT excitation (60 Hz) to replace all access panels or covers.
Don’t forget the screw [29] earth
Resistances at 20°C (Ω)
continuity.
Exciter
Type L/N stator Rotor Armature
field
S2 0.0084 2.354 11.647 0.422
S3 0.0084 2.354 11.647 0.422
S4 0.0059 2.578 12.941 0.459
S5 0.0059 2.578 12.941 0.459
M6 0.0053 2.805 12.941 0.459
L10 0.0042 3.291 12.941 0.459

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5 - SPARE PARTS
5.1 - First maintenance parts
Emergency repair kits are available as an
option. After operational testing, it is essential
They contain the following items: to replace all access panels or covers.
SHUNT repair kit ALT 44.3 KS 001
R250 voltage regulator - 5.3 - Accessories
Diode set assembly -
- • Space heater for use when stopped
AREP repair kit ALT 44.3 KS 002 The space heater must run as soon as the
R438 voltage regulator - alternator stops. It is installed at the rear of
Diode set assembly - the machine. Its standard power is 250W
- with 220V or 250W with 110V on request.
Single-bearing kit ALT 44.3 KB 001
NDE bearing -
‘O' ring seal -
Preloading wavy washer -
Twin bearing kit ALT 44.3 KB 002 Warning: the power supply is present
NDE bearing - when the machine has stopped.
DE bearing -
‘O' ring seal - • Temperature sensors with thermistors
Preloading wavy washer - (PTC)
These are thermistor triplets with a positive
5.2 - Technical support service temperature coefficient installed in the
Our technical support service will be stator winding (1 per phase). There can be a
pleased to provide any additional maximum of 2 triplets in the winding (at 2
information you may require. levels: warning and trip) and 1 or 2
thermistors in the shields.
For all spare parts orders or technical These sensors must be linked to adapted
support requests, send your request to sensing relays (supplied optionally).
service.epg@leroy-somer.com or your Cold resistance of cold thermistor sensors:
closest contact, whom you will find at 100 to 250 Ω per sensor.
www.lrsm.co/support indicating the comp-
lete type of machine, its number and the
information indicated on the nameplate.

Part numbers should be identified from the

exploded views and their description from
the parts list.

To ensure that our products operate correctly

and safely, we recommend the use of
original manufacturer spare parts.
In the event of failure to comply with this
advice, the manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for any damage.

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5.4 - Exploded view, parts list and tightening torque
• Single-bearing

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• Double-bearing

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Screw Torque Screw Torque

Ref. Qty Description Ref. Qty Description
Ø N.m Ø N.m

1 1 Stator assembly - - 62 2 Fixing screw M6 8.3

4 1 Rotor assembly - - 67 1 Circlip - -

15 1 Fan - - 68 1 Inner bearing retainer - -

16 6 Fixing screw M6 5 70 1 NDE bearing - -

22 1 Key - - 79 1 Washer preloading - -

28 1 Earth terminal M6 10 90 1 Exciter field - -

Earth continuity
29 1 M6 10 91 4 Fixing screws exciter M6 10
screw

30 1 DE shield - - 100 1 Exciter armature - -

31 8 Fixing screw M12 69 107 1 Diode module support M5 6

32 1 S.A.E. washer - - 124 1 Terminal plate M6 5

Voltage regulator
33 2 Air outlet grille M6 5 198 1 M5 3.6
(AVR)
Interference
36 1 NDE shield - - 199 1 - -
suppression module

37 4 Tie rod M14 90 320 1 Sleeve - -

41 2 NDE or DE cover - - 322 2 Coupling disc - -

48 1 Top cover - - 323 8 Fixing screw M16 320

49 - Fixing screw M5 5 325 - Spacer shim - -

Diode module
51 2 Air intake grille M5 3.6 343 3 M5 3
assembly

59 2 Side cover - - 347 1 Surge suppressor M6 4

60 1 DE bearing - - 349 1 ‘O' ring seal - -

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Disposal and recycling instructions The oil and grease from the lubrication
We are committed to limiting the system should be treated as hazardous
environmental impact of our activity. We waste and must be treated in accordance
continuously monitor our production with local legislation.
processes, material sourcing and product
design to improve recyclability and minimise
our environmental footprint.
These instructions are for information
purposes only. It is the user’s responsibility
to comply with local legislation regarding
product disposal and recycling.

Recyclable materials
Our alternators are mainly constructed from
iron, steel and copper materials, which can
be reclaimed for recycling purposes.
These materials can be reclaimed through a
combination of manual dismantling,
mechanical separation and melting
processes. Our technical support depart-
ment can provide detailed directions on how
to dismantle products on request.

Waste & hazardous materials

The following components and materials
require special treatment and must be
separated from the alternator before the
recycling process:
- electronic materials found in the terminal
box, including the automatic voltage
regulator (198), current transformers (176),
interference suppression module (199) and
other semi-conductors.
- diode bridge (343) and surge suppressor
(347), found on the alternator rotor.
- major plastic components, such as the
terminal box structure on some products.
These components are usually marked with
information concerning the type of plastic.
All materials listed above need special
treatment to separate waste from
reclaimable materials and should be
entrusted to specialist recycling companies.

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Declaration of EC compliance and incorporation

This Declaration applies to the generators designed to be incorporated into machines complying with the
Machinery Directive Nr 2006/42/EC dated 17 May 2006.

MOTEURS LEROY-SOMER MLS HOLICE STLO.SRO MOTEURS LEROY-SOMER DIVISION LEROY-SOMER

Boulevard Marcellin Leroy SLADKOVSKEHO 43 1, rue de la Burelle STREET EMERSON
16015 ANGOULEME 772 04 OLOMOUC Boite Postale 1517 Nr4 Parcul Industrial Tetarom 2
FRANCE CZECH REPUBLIC 45800 ST JEAN DE BRAYE 4000641 CLUJ NAPOCA
FRANCE ROMANIA

Declares hereby that the electric generators of the types:

LSA40, LSA42.3, LSA44.2, LSA44.3, LSA46.2, LSA46.3, LSA47.2, LSA49.1, LSA49.3, LSA50.1, LSA50.2,
LSA51.2, LSA52.2, LSA52.3, LSA53.1, LSA53, LSA53.2, LSA54, LSA54.2, TAL040, TAL042, TAL044,
TAL046, TAL047, TAL049, as well as their derivatives, manufactured by Leroy-Somer or on Leroy-Somer's
behalf, comply with the following International Standards and Directive:

- EN and IEC 60034-1, 60034-5 and 60034-22

- ISO 8528-3 “Reciprocating internal combustion engine driven alternating current generating sets.
Part 3. Alternating current generators for generating sets”
- Low Voltage Directive Nr 2014/35/UE dated 26 February 2014

Furthermore, these generators, designed in compliance with the Machine Directive Nr 2006/42, are therefore
able to be incorporated into Electrical Gen-Sets complying with the following International Directives:

- Machinery Directive Nr 2006/42/EC dated 17 May 2006

- EMC Directive Nr 2014/30/UE dated 26 February 2014, as intrinsic levels of emissions and immunity
are concerned

WARNING:

The here mentioned generators should not be commissioned until the corresponding Gen-Sets have been
declared in compliance with the Directives Nr 2006/42/EC and 2014/30/UE, as well as with the other relevant
Directives.

Leroy-Somer undertakes to transmit, in response to a reasoned request by the national authorities, relevant
information on the generator.

Technical Managers
J.P. CHARPENTIER Y. MESSIN

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The contractual EC Declaration of Conformity and Incorporation can be obtained from your contact on
Moteurs Leroy-Somer
request.
Siege social : Boulevard Marcellin Leroy CS 10015 - 16915 Angoulême cedex 9 - France
SAS au capital de 65 800 512 € - RCS Angoulême 338 567 258

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This local presence is our guarantee for fast and efficient repair, support and
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Trust your alternator maintenance and support to electric power generation experts.
Our field personnel are 100% qualified and fully trained to operate in all environments
and on all machine types.
We have a deep understanding of alternator operation, providing the best value
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