ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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SECTION 10N. DIODES
DIODES
Diodes used in the LF-1880 are solid-state devices that
allow current to flow in one direction but not the other.
The diodes are mounted in diode blocks (DB1 and
DB2) mounted near the fuse block and protected by
removable covers. The cover must be removed for
access to the diode cards (Figure 10N-1).
Generally, diodes can be tested by setting the multime-
ter to the continuity scale and placing one test lead on
one side of the diode and the other test lead on the
other side of the diode. Continuity should be available
in one direction but not the other.
Using the electrical schematics in Section 10Q, remove
the diode card cover and carefully test each diode. If
continuity is not available in both directions in the
diode, replace the entire diode card.
Figure 10N-1. Diode (DB1 & DB2) Diode Blocks
Diodes
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