Explain testing, fault finding and repairing of dc motor.
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Remove the springs and brushes by removing the cover typically with a slotted dcrew driver
Check the motor brushes are moving freely when disassembling
Check that the spring tension on all the brushes are about equal
Check the face of the brushes- it should be shiny or polished which will indicate good contact. If not replace
Check the brush length. Typical fanuc DC motor brushes when new are about .75" long. The less length the less spring tension on the brush.
Ounce brushes are removed shine a flashlight inside and look to see if there is build up on the commutator or in the housing. Use an air line/clean air supply to blow this out. Clean between all the commutator grooves and area for brushes. If the is black residue on the commutator polish with fine sandpaper.
Check for wear grooves on the commutator from the brushes rubbing. Consider replacement if extremely worn or pitted.