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Magnetic Switch Pull-In Test

Gear Reduction Starter

Fig. 4 Magnetic Switch Pull-In Test:





Fig. 5 Magnetic Switch Pull-In Test:





Fig. 6 Magnetic Switch Pull-In Test:




1. Disconnect field coil wire from "M" terminal.
2. Connect a 12 volt battery between terminals S and M. This test must be performed quickly (in less than ten seconds) to prevent coil from burning.
3. If pinion moves out, then pull-in coil is good.
4. If pinion does not move out, replace magnetic switch.