Checking An Actuator - Invacare Kite Service Manual

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Invacare - Kite
7.3

Checking an actuator

Requirements:
· digital multimeter with resistance measurement
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Switch the electronics OFF on the remote.
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Remove the rear cover, as described in chapter 8.1.1.
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Take exact note of the positions of all cables and the sockets that they are connected to. Mark
the connectors and sockets or take a photograph with a digital camera.
Disconnect the motor plug (1) of the motor to be tested from the actuator module.
·
Check the electrical resistance at the
plug (1) of the actuator.
The plug can have a different shape than
show in the illustration.
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If the resistance is close to infinity, the motor
is probably burnt out.
· If the resistance is below 1 W, the motor has
a short-circuit.
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The motor must be replaced in both cases.
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