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Wiring diagram for testing the distribution box and cutout for a 40/50 model.23th Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan028
Production specification for inspection and testing of a Phantom II medium output dynamo with a 48 coil armature.23th Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan029
Specification of inspection and test procedures for a 40/50 HP medium output dynamo with a 48 coil armature.22th Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan030
Instructions for testing a dynamo, including insulation resistance and the main bedding of brushes.22th Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan031
Test procedures for dynamo brush noise, bedding, and output observations.22th Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan032
Testing procedures for a dynamo, covering noise, vibration, brush sparking, and insulation.28th Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan033
Undesirability of control brush blackening on the Phantom II dynamo and suggesting its removal from test specifications.28th Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan034
Blackening phenomenon during the production test of a Phantom II medium output dynamo.28th Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan035
Cover letter for the running test specification of a 40/50 HP dynamo.11th Jun 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan036
Specification for a running test of a 40/50 HP Dynamo.11th Jun 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan037
Cover note for the production inspection and test specification of a 40/50 Dynamo Field Resistance Unit.5th Jun 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan038
Production inspection and test procedure for a 40/50 Dynamo Field Resistance Unit.15th Jun 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan039
Cover sheet for the Production Inspection and Test Specification for a Dynamo Field Resistance Unit.6th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan040
Production inspection and test procedure for a 40/50 and 20/25 Dynamo Field Resistance Unit.16th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan041
Attaching the specification of acceptance tests for the new Watford and B.T.H. Magnetos.24th Jul 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan042
Amendment to the specification for Aero Magneto Acceptance Tests.3rd Aug 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan043
Specification of inspection and test for a sequence starter motor with a longitudinal damper.20th Mar 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan044
Test procedures for an armature operated switch, pinion spring, insulation, and brush bedding.20th Mar 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan045
Test procedure document detailing light, armature return, and damping tests for a motor.20th Mar 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan046
Blueprint wiring diagram showing the arrangement of apparatus and connections for a starter motor test.20th Mar 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan047
Test procedure for longitudinal motion involving switches, a motor, and a flywheel with a brake drum.20th Mar 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan048
Page from a test procedure manual detailing motor tests, specifically the Teazer Torque Test and the Load Test.20th Mar 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan049
Test procedures for a motor, including load test specifications and a brush distress test.20th Mar 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan050
Test procedures for a motor, including intermittent load, drop-out torque, pinion examination, and insulation breakdown.25th Feb 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan051
Specification of production inspection and test for a sequence starter's combined main and auxiliary switch unit.25th Feb 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan052
Inspection and setup instructions for a main switch unit, detailing clearances and contact gaps.25th Feb 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan053
Test procedure for a switch unit, specifying current limits and contact pressure.25th Feb 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan054
Test specifications and gap measurements for an auxiliary switch unit.25th Feb 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan055
Test specifications for a switch, detailing current limits and voltage breakdown tests.25th Feb 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan056
Table of measurements and tolerances for main and auxiliary switch unit gaps.25th Feb 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan057
Covering memo for the test specification of a 40/50 Switchbox.5th Jun 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan058
Specification of test procedures for a 40/50 switchbox.15th Jun 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan059
Procedure for testing electrical circuits and switch functions using a 12-volt battery and lamp.11th May 1933Box 60 \ 2  Scan060
Cover letter for a revised production specification for the condenser for 20/25 and 40/50 battery ignition.11th May 1933Box 60 \ 2  Scan061
Production test procedure for a paper dielectric condenser for battery ignition.11th May 1933Box 60 \ 2  Scan062
List of testing procedures for condensers, including voltage, charge, capacity, and sparking tests.1st May 1941Box 60 \ 2  Scan063
Drawing comparing the profiles of two tested rods.1st May 1941Box 60 \ 2  Scan064
Reference note regarding a Thermionic rectifying valve for H.T.1st Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan065
The type of thermionic rectifying valve used for ball gap voltage measurement from ignition coils and magnetos.9th Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan066
Letter from M-L Magneto Synd. Ltd. concerning a B.T.H. U3 rectifying valve for a High Tension Voltmeter.12th Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan067
Request to obtain particulars on thermionic rectifying valves for H.T. rectification.4th Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan068
Letter from The Edison Swan Electric Co. Ltd. regarding an obsolete B.T.H. U.3. valve and potential alternatives.23th Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan069
Specifications for a rectifying valve for a high-tension voltmeter.27th Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan070
Letter from The Edison Swan Electric Company regarding a custom rectifying valve.13th Feb 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan071
Specifications for a rectifying valve for H.T. for the Edison Swan Electric Co.7th Feb 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan072
Specification document for a rectifying valve used in high tension DC insulation testing or ball gap voltage measurement.17th Feb 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan073
Report page discussing modifications to a valve's anode diameter and filament support for a specific purpose.26th Feb 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan074
The procurement and specifications for a H.T. rectifying valve from the Edison Swan Electric Co.26th Feb 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan075
Inquiry to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding the type of high tension rectifying valve used for measuring coil voltage.26th Jan 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan076
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited concerning the valve used for Peak Voltage measurement.28th Jan 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan077
Enquiry for a high tension rectifying valve.1st Mar 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan078
Enquiry to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding a promised valve and the progress on equipment for the Bentley, specifically starter motors.10th May 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan079
Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding a broken valve.11th May 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan080
Requesting approval for the purchase of a new valve for an ignition voltage measurement apparatus.12th May 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan081
Extract of a memo discussing a misunderstanding over the design of a battery indicator.29th Nov 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan001
Methods to prevent car accumulator over-charging, comparing the 'Midgley device' to a simpler proposed system.18th Feb 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan002
Request for a sketch to clarify the arrangement of a battery overcharge indicating device described as a 'syphon'.26th Feb 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan003
Extract discussing the fitting of a meter to car 7-EX, suggesting a voltmeter is a more suitable and desirable alternative.1st Mar 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan004
Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford discussing the design and testing of battery indicators.9th Mar 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan005
Continuation letter providing feedback on car battery performance and comparing tungsten versus platinum points.9th Mar 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan006
Requesting more detailed information and drawings for a charge indicator and a gassing indicator.30th Mar 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan007
Letter to Mr. C.R.N. Minchin regarding Mr. Royce's scheme for a battery full charge indicator, complete with a diagram.7th Mar 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan008
Query about tungsten points and a dynamo, with a pasted response regarding an expert report on cells.16th Oct 1918Box 60 \ 3  Scan009
Different schemes for a charge indicator to save the battery and dynamo.29th Mar 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan010
Letter from Peto & Radford discussing combining a water temperature indicator with a tail lamp failure indicator.7th Apr 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan011
Letter discussing a provisional patent for a battery gassing indicator and its operation.8th Apr 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan012
Letter discussing the complications of a relay for a tail lamp indicator and an overcharge prevention switch.13th Apr 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan013
Postscript to a letter anticipating the recipient's response.13th Apr 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan014
Two circuit diagrams for a tail lamp and indicator lamp system.22th Apr 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan015
Battery charge indicator which uses a green light to prompt the driver to adjust the ignition switch.22th Apr 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan016
Letter to Mr. G.R.N. Minchin regarding the output of a special dynamo and an auto charge reducing switch.27th Apr 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan017
The electrical charging system, automatic switches, indicators, and ignition components.25th Oct 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan018
Chassis electrical system, focusing on battery size, dynamo output, and charging issues.25th Oct 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan019
Electrical charging current levels, considering user feedback and the development of an auto-switch control system.12th Oct 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan020
Explanation of a charging system diagram, detailing the Voltmeter, Danger lamp, and Auto switch units.12th Oct 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan021
Continued discussion on electrical system components, focusing on the voltmeter and a proposed 'Danger Lamp Unit'.12th Oct 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan022
Design and wiring of a four-terminal electrical unit for a dynamo-battery circuit.12th Oct 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan023
Continued discussion on dynamo-battery system faults, danger lamp circuits, and cutout coil connections.8th Oct 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan024
Continued discussion on electrical wiring configurations for components like the voltmeter and danger lamp.8th Oct 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan025
Diagram of a chassis electrical system incorporating alternatively a Danger Lamp Unit or an Auto Switch Unit.18th Oct 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan026
Design of a semi-automatic electro-magnetic switch, referred to as Mr. Royce's Green Lamp Scheme.22th Nov 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan027
List of winding wires used on auto charge control and green lamp switches for 12 volt and 6 volt systems.22th Feb 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan028
Concerns over fitting a new automatic charge control device and proposing simpler alternatives.22th Feb 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan029
Instruments in auto lighting plants, with thanks to a Mr. Clark and a suggestion for an alternative scheme.23th Feb 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan030
Temperature compensation and modifications for an electro-magnetic switch and green lamp scheme.23th Feb 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan031
Improvements to the auto charge control switch and its application to the green lamp scheme.2nd Mar 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan032
Proposed modification to an electrical charging system and its indicator lamp scheme.8th Mar 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan033
Technical discussion on the green lamp charge indicator scheme and related ignition switching.8th Mar 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan034
Request to manufacture two units of a Battery Charge Controller for the R's Green Lamp Scheme, listing new parts required.3rd Mar 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan035
The modifications for a 'Green Lamp Scheme' on an experimental car.15th Mar 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan036
Particulars of windings for a green lamp scheme and auto charge control switch for 12-volt systems.16th Mar 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan037
Comparison between an auto charge control switch and a green lamp scheme for vehicle electrical systems.29th Mar 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan038
Continued discussion on the relative merits and reliability of an auto switch versus a green lamp switch unit.29th Mar 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan039
Comparison between a green lamp warning scheme and an auto switch for the dynamo charging system.30th Mar 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan040
Three types of complaints with the dynamo-battery system and various proposed solutions.30th Mar 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan041
Modifying the auto charge control system to eliminate customer complaints, detailing a proposed system for chassis 12-EX.30th Mar 1928Box 60 \ 3  Scan042
Continued list of modifications and explanations for vehicle electrical components and wiring.25th Oct 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan043
Technical report on troubleshooting the green lamp switch and dynamo-battery circuit.25th Oct 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan044
Technical note on temperature compensation for auto charge control switch units.25th Oct 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan045
Technical comparison of an auto charge control switch versus a green lamp warning scheme.25th Oct 1927Box 60 \ 3  Scan046


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