Bench Testing: Rectifier
Using ohmmeter, check for continuity between each diode. See DIODE CONTINUITY table. See Fig 1 . If continuity is not as specified, replace rectifier.
DIODE CONTINUITY
| Negative Terminal | Positive Terminal | Continuity |
|---|---|---|
| "E" | PN, P1, P2 & P3 | No |
| "B" | PN, P1, P2 & P3 | Yes |
| "T" | PN, P1, P2 & P3 | Yes |
| PN, P1, P2 & P3 | "E" | Yes |
| PN, P1, P2 & P3 | "B" | No |
| PN, P2 & P3 | "T" | No |
| PN | "T" | Yes |