Re: (ET) No Power

["David Roden (Akron OH USA)" <roden ald net>]

On 12 Dec 2001 at 9:36, habooly earthlink net wrote:

> In addition to checking the master disconnect switch, also check the
> automotive-type fuse (or fuses) on the fire wall under the hood.

I'll second that.  This drove me nuts until I found it.

Pop the fuses out (make sure the disconnect is OFF first) and clean each 
fuse and clip with fine steel wool.  When they're bright and smooth, put 
something on them to prevent future corrosion.  I like Cramolin (an 
electronics contact cleaner and preservative, available at most large 
electronics jobbers but probably not at Radio Shlock).  Even a light coat 
of vaseline will do, though it's not nearly as good as a real contact 
preservative.

I also had a lot of trouble for a while with the connections on the brake 
switch, located under the tractor.  These also need to be cleaned and 
tightened.


David Roden - Akron, Ohio, USA
1991 Solectria Force 144vac
1991 Ford Escort Green/EV 128vdc
1979 General Engines ElectroPed 24vdc
1970 GE Elec-trak E15 36vdc
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