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MAGNETIC CONTACTOR
TYPE CM53, L2A

CONTENTS
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DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Main Contact Tip Overtravel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Tip Break . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Tip Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Tip Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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Replace Contact Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Shunt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Arc Chute and Arcing Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
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Contact lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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Coil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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Armature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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Armature Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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Calibrating Spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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Contact pressure Spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
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Stationary Contact Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Blowout Coil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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FINAL ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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Main Contact Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Contactors with interlocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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Calibrating Spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
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Contactors with Position Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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The Type CM53 contactor (Fig. 1) is a magnetically operated device used for opening and closing electrical power

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circuits. The contactor is equipped with a movable and a stationary contact tip. The movable tip is mounted on an

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armature which closes when the operating coil is energized. Removing power from the operating coil permits the

GEalso actuate control circuits thru auxiliary contacts, called interlocks. These operate in con-
spring-loaded armature to open and to break the electrical circuit made by the contact tips.

The contactor may

junction with the armature of the main contactor. Refer to the specific interlock publication for interlock maintenance,
adjustment and repair.

An arc chute and a blowout coil are used on this contactor for arc suppression.

These instructions do not purport to cover all details or variations in equipment nor to provide for every possible contingency to be met in connection with installation, operation, or mainte-
nance. Should further information be desired or should particular problems arise which are not covered sufficiently for the user’s purposes, the matter should be referred to the General
Electric Company. Any applicable Federal, State or local regulations or company safety or operating rules must take precedence over any instructions given in this material. GE has no
obligation to keep the material up to date after the original publication.

THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES OF ACCURACY, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Verify numbers for parts, tools, or material by using the Renewal Parts or Tool Catalogs, or contact your
General Electric representative for assistance.
Do not order from this publication.
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STATIONARY
CONTACT TIP

MOVABLE
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FIG. 1. TYPE CM53 MAGNETIC CONTACTOR. E-10679B.

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2500 A.T.
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No A" Denotes 1600 A.T. to operate

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

CLEANING
1. Clean the contactor with a suitable cleaner or,

2. Remove the dirt and clean with dry, compressed air.

3. Wipe away residue with a clean, dry, lint-free cloth.

MAIN CONTACT TIP OVERTRAVEL

Overtravel is defined as the distance a movable tip would travel after touching a stationary tip if the stationary tip
were removed.

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WARNING: Cleaning solvents may be toxic and/or inflammable. They can cause serious or fatal injury if
used without proper precautions. For safety:
1. Do not inhale solvent fumes.
2. Use solvents only in adequately ventilated areas.
3. Avoid contact of solvent with the skin.
4. Do not expose solvent to flame or sparks.
5. Observe caution statements issued by the manufacturer of the solvent.

CONTACT TIPS JUST

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FIG. 2. MEASURING CONTACT TIP OVERTRAVEL. E-32385A.

Overtravel may be measured by either Method 1, using Gage A, or Method 2, using Gage B as shown in Table 1
and Fig. 2. Table 1 shows the correct amount of overtravel and the size of the gages required to measure that over-
travel. The overtravel values are for a new (as shipped) contactor and for an old or worn contactor. In either case,
always check overtravel with new tips installed.

Also in Table 1, an operating limit is shown for an old contactor with worn contact tips.

Insufficient Overtravel

Insufficient overtravel may be caused by, or is an indication of the following conditions:

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TABLE 1. MEASURING CONTACT TIP OVERTRAVEL.

Overtravel Gage Pin

New Contactor Status A B
10/32 Go 0.176 0.200
(New Tips)

12/32 No Go 0.207 0.240

Old Contactor
9/32 Go 0.160 0.180
13/32 No Go 0.223 0.260
Low Limit − Old Contactor (Old Tips)
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High overtravel may be caused by, or is an indication of the following conditions:

1. Bent or incorrect main contact tips

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3. Bent stationary contact tip support.

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TIP BREAK
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armature is against the stop; otherwise, the reading will be false. Compare this measurement with the values shown
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in Table 2. These values are for new contact tips.

Variations in contact tip break values may be caused by, or are indications of the following conditions:

1. Worn or bent main contact tips

2. Bent armature stop

3. Worn or bent contact tip lever.

The contact tip break can be adjusted by bending the armature stop.

TIP ALIGNMENT

Inspect contact tips for misalignment. The maximum allowable side-to-side misalignment of contact tips is 3/32
in.

Misalignment may be caused by, or is an indication of the following conditions:

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CONTACT GAP
(SHORTEST SPACE
BETWEEN TIPS)

ARMATURE
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1. Grooving or uneven wear of the armature stop

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low voltage test light or an ohmmeter connected across the tips to indicate contact tip touch and separation.

Measure the initial tip pressure. Theainitial pressure is the pull required to just separate the contact tips in a just
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2. Attach a wire stirrup

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Min. Max.
Tip Break,
New Contactor (in.) 15/32 18/32
Tip Break, Worn (in.)* 14/32 19/32
Final Pressure (lb.)** 4.0 −
Overtravel (in.) 10/32 12/32
Initial Pressure (lb.) 2.0 4.0
Final Pressure (lb.) 5.0 8.0
* Worn Contactor, but New Tips.
**Worn Contactor with Worn Tips.

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WIRE STIRRUP MUST

CLEAR ARC CHUTE
SUPPORTING SPRING

PULL SCALE
PERPENDICULAR TO
LINE OF CONTACT

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spring.

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Pull until the test light (or ohmmeter) indicates tip opening. Read the value on the scale and compare to that in
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1. Energize the contactor coil to close

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De-energize the contactor coil or remove the block. Remove the wire stirrup and spring balance and the test
light.

Incorrect contact tip pressure may be caused by, or is an indication of the following conditions:

1. Low initial contact tip pressure:

a. A defective or incorrect contact tip pressure spring

b. An incorrect spring seat or washer

c. A worn armature stop.

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2. Low final contact tip pressure:

a. A defective or incorrect contact tip pressure spring

b. Low overtravel.

3. High final contact tip pressure:

An incorrect contact tip pressure spring.

REPLACE CONTACT TIPS

Replace tips if either contact is worn down 3/32 in. or a 0.098 in. gage will Go" (refer to Table 1). However, if the

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gage seats against the spring shaft, the tips are satisfactory; if not, replace them. Silver-faced tips should be re-
placed if the silver is worn through.
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face. Do not use sandpaper or emery cloth. Do not bend the contacts. Maintain them
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Inspect the braided copper shunt for wear, fraying, discoloration or
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are clean and make good electrical contact. If necessary,nremove the shunt and using a file, clean the mating sur-
Assure that the connections of the flexible shunt to the movable

faces between the contact tip and the shunt. Also clean
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shunt. However, use crocus cloth instead of a filed
part. Blow away any dust residue. Replace thenshunt, making sure connections are tight.
on the armature stop to avoid removing the plating from the steel

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Inspect the arc chute.
close to the screws.

Inspect the arcing horn. Replace the horn if the tip is burned back more than 1/8 in. from any edge. Repairs to
arcing horns are not recommended.

CONTACT LEVER
Inspect the bushing in the contact lever (Fig. 5). If the inside diameter is worn beyond 0.320 in., replace the lever.

Inspect the hinge pin holding the contact lever to the armature assembly. Replace the pin if scored or burned.

COIL
Check the coil resistance. Replace the coil when the measured value is not within ±10 percent of the value given
in Table 2.

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THREADS MUST APPEAR CLEAN

AND MUST WITHSTAND 130 LB. IN
TORQUE ON 5/16-18 SOCKET
HEAD CAPSCREW AT FULL
THREAD ENGAGEMENT

NO INDICATION OF
OVERHEATING (BLACKENING)
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OR WARPING PERMITTED.

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Check the coil for burned

ARMATURE

Inspect the armature for a rounded bearing edge or uneven wear (Fig. 6) as indicated by the misalignment of
contact tips. If the armature bearing edge is worn beyond 1/32 in., replace the armature.

Inspect the armature bracket (extension on the end of the armature to which the calibrating spring is attached).
Replace if worn half-way through.

Inspect the pin over which the contact pressure spring fits. Replace the pin if less than 1/64 in. remains between
the hole and the end of the pin.

Inspect the armature shim. Replace the shim if the portion between the armature and the magnet frame is
pounded more than half-way through or if the short bent-up portion is worn more than 2/3 through.

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LESS THAN 1/32 IN.

AT ANY POINT
LESS THAN 1/64 IN.
METAL AT END CALIBRATING
SCREW
MAGNET FRAME

DIMENSION IS TO WORN HALF-WAY

TOP OF HOLE THROUGH

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CALIBRATING SPRING
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correct setting of G the contactor armature pick up.

CONTACT PRESSURE SPRING

Replace the spring if it is cracked, corroded, notched on the end hooks, if it has lost tension or shows signs of
electric arc damage or if the initial or final contact tip pressure is low.

STATIONARY CONTACT SUPPORT

Inspect the contact support. Replace the support if it is discolored or cracked.

Inspect the tapped holes in the contact support. If the threads are burred, stripped or otherwise damaged, retap
the holes. Replace the contact support if retapping does not restore the threads.

BLOWOUT COIL
Inspect the blowout coil and lead for evidence of mechanical failure.

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Inspect the blowout coil lead insulation. Replace if damaged.

BASE
Clean the base thoroughly with a suitable cleaning solution. See the WARNING statement in the Cleaning section.

Inspect the base for soundness. Replace the base if it appears to be oil-soaked or cracked.

Paint the base with one or two coats of GE-1201A varnish as conditions may require.

FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
MAIN CONTACT TIPS

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1. Check the contact tip alignment. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the screws holding the magnet frame and
stationary contact tip support to the block and move the assemblies until the tips align properly, then re-tight-
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wise, the reading will be false. The gap can be adjusted by bending theIarmature
contact must be within the limits given in Table 2. Ensure the contactor armature is against the stop; other-

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3. Measure initial tip pressure. See Tip Pressure section.

5. . Check tip overtravel. See values given in Table 1 ando

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CALIBRATING SPRING
1. Install the interlock assembly onto the contactor if not already assemblied.

2. Install the arc chute.

3. Mount the contactor in its normal operating (vertical) position.

4. Connect a power supply to the coil. Energize the power supply and slowly increase the current until the con-
tactor picks up. The contactor should pick up, including contact wipe, without hesitation; that is, in one quick
motion. Note that the current reading will momentarily drop and then return to a steady state. Record the
steady state current reading.

5. Compare the reading in Step 4 with the correct value of pick-up current (Amps to Operate) in Table 3. If the
pick-up current is incorrect, adjustment is necessary. Proceed to Step 6.

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6. Adjust the contactor pick-up point as follows:

a. Reduce the power supply to zero.

b. Loosen the calibrating screw locknut (Fig. 7).

TABLE 3. COIL DATA.

Amperes to Operate
Coil Resistance at 25 C @1600 @2500 Amperes

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1 9250.0 0.036 0.056 0.0560
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7 145.0 0.258 0.410 0.4200

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8 96.5 0.516 0.5280

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9 38.5 0.485 0.758 0.8340
10
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25.4 0.588 0.917 1.0300
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33.5 0.600 0.925 0.8700

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14 51.2 0.605 − 0.4990
212.0 − − 0.2450
15 138.0 0.378 − 0.3140
844.0 − − 0.1260
16 54.0 0.605 − 0.4990
844.0 − − 0.1260
17 47.7 0.410 − 0.7500
18 30.5 0.510 − 0.9400
19 4.4 1.370 − 2.4800
20 6080.0 0.040 − 0.6600
* Nomenclature final letter A."

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GEI-85146N, MAGNETIC CONTACTOR, TYPE CM53, L2A

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CONTACT TIP
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POSITION SENSOR
ADJUSTMENT SCREW

FIG. 7. MAGNETIC CONTACTOR DETAILS. E-34156.

c. If the pick-up current is too high, reduce the power supply to zero and loosen the spring tension a little.
Increase the power supply and check the pick-up point again. Repeat this procedure until the pick-up
point is correct. See Note.

d. If the pick-up current is too low, reduce the power supply to zero and tighten the spring tension a little.
Increase the power supply and check the pick-up point again. Repeat this procedure until the pick-up
point is correct. See Note.

NOTE: Turn the calibrating screw in 1/2 turn increments; not continuously.

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MAGNETIC CONTACTOR, TYPE CM53, L2A, GEI-85146N

7. Adjust the power supply up and down several times to pick up and drop out the contactor, making sure that
the pick-up point is still correct. If necessary, repeat Step 6. After all adjustments have been completed, tight-
en the adjusting screw locknut.

8. Remove the power supply.

CONTACTORS WITH POSITION SENSORS

Certain contactor models are equipped with 17AF45B Position Sensors instead of interlocks.

The Position Sensor is used to provide the propulsion control system with a status" signal which indicates wheth-
er the contactor is opened or closed. This information is then used to determine vehicle status during normal opera-

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tion, in Self-Test and in the diagnosis of FAULT indications.

To adjust the 17AF45B2 Position Sensors:

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1. Connect a test light to the Common (Com) and Normally Open (N.O.) terminals (Fig. 8).

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I inward until the test light just lights.
2. Energize the contactor.

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3. Loosen the adjusting screw locknut (Fig. 7). Turn the adjusting screw

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Then continue to turn the adjusting screw an additional 1-2/3 t
provides a 0.037 in. overtravel.
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4. De-energize the contactor. Move the test light lead from
tact. The light should come on.
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test light goes out, the Position Sensorn
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5. Insert a 0.045 in. gage between the adjusting screw and the actuating arm. The test light should stay on. If the

a is defective and must be replaced and readjusted.

y with torque seal.
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6. Seal the adjusting screw and locknut

NOTE: The adjustment screw

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To adjust the 17AF45B4oPosition Sensors:
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1. Connect a test light to the Common (Com) and Normally Open (N.O.) terminals (Fig. 8).

2. Insert a 0.061 in. spacer between the main contact tips. Close the main contacts manually on the spacer. Do
not energize the contactor.

3. Loosen the adjusting screw locknut (Fig. 7). Turn the adjusting screw inward until the test light just lights.
Then continue to turn the adjusting screw an additional 1-2/3 turns and lock the locknut. This adjustment
provides a 0.037 in. overtravel.

4. Release the contactor. Move the test light lead from the N.O. contact to the Normally Closed (N.C.) contact.
The light should come on.

5. Insert a 0.045 in. gage between the adjusting screw and the actuating arm. The test light should stay on. If the
test light goes out, the Position Sensor is defective and must be replaced and readjusted.

6. Seal the adjusting screw and locknut with torque seal.

NOTE: The adjustment screw must clear with the contactor dropped out.

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GEI-85146N, MAGNETIC CONTACTOR, TYPE CM53, L2A

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WHEN INTERLOCK IS USED,
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DESCRIPTION
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3 WASHER, N402P11B13, 0.25

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4 LOCKWASHER, N405P41813, 0.250 MED.

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5 SCREW, N17OP21010B13, 0.25-20 X 0.62

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6 SCREW, N44P120008B13, NO. 6-40 X 0.5 LG.

Pr 7 LOCKWASHER, N405P67B13, NO. 6 HEAVY

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8 LIFTER
9 SCREW, N22P25018B13, 0.375 X 1.12
10 LOCKWASHER, N405P43B13, 0.375

FIG. 8. 17AF45 POSITION SENSOR DETAILS (41C662781, CHG. F). E-34157.

REV 05−86, WLF

REV 03−87, WLF
REV 11−99, FSB
REV 03−09, JPW

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