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The test procedure is on page 3-296
(20) Use a double bridge to measure resistance of each phase of exciter rotor. Resistance of each phase shall be 0.1473 to 0.1627 ohm at 77°F (25°C). Difference between phase reading shall not exceed 2 percent.
(21) Using 374 megger, ground test exciter by...
Note:
The lacquer based insulation of the copper wires used can break down over time and can cause a near short at higher voltages
The only way to check this is with a 374 megger tester as described in Manual ARMY TM 9-6115-464-34