Bench Testing: Rectifier

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Inspect for continuity of the diodes using an analog circuit tester. See Fig 1. See RECTIFIER DIODE CONTINUITY . Replace rectifier if not as specified.

RECTIFIER CONTINUITY

Tester Negative Probe	Tester Positive Probe	Continuity
E	P1, P2, P3, P4, P5 & P6	Yes
B	P1, P2, P3, P4, P5 & P6	No
P1, P2, P3, P4, P5 & P6	E	No
P1, P2, P3, P4, P5 & P6	B	Yes

Fig 1: Identifying Rectifier Terminals

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