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	This particular generator has a Frank's voltage regulator mounted on it. A 3/8 inch wrench or nut driver will remove the field and armature wires. Jot down the colors if you aren't sure of how they go. There is an "A" and an "F" stamped in the generator next to the terminals to identify them. Meth-amphetamine addicts: STOP NOW. Take generator to qualified service personnel. You will only strip the threads as you turn the nut the wrong way using a half inch drive impact wrench on 200 PSI air line.
	I'm showing off using a socket for the cover-- all you really need is a 7/16 wrench. I did need the socket to get the regulator off. Please drop a few bucks and buy a set of phillips screwdrivers and use the right sized one for the bolt. Meth-amphetamine addicts: STOP NOW. Take generator to qualified service personnel. You will only strip the threads as you turn the nut the wrong way using a half inch drive impact wrench on 200 PSI air line.
	Gently tap end bell off by lightly tapping under the cutouts with a small rubber mallet. Alternate tapping on both sides to insure nothing gets bent. Meth-amphetamine addicts: STOP NOW. Take generator to qualified service personnel. You will only peen the end-bell into a ball of useless metal as you use a 2 pound sledge or, worse yet, you will try to pry the end bell off with that tire iron you always have so handy.

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