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5 HP Outboard • Troubleshooting & Repair Manual
Section 2 • Troubleshooting
Armature Test
WARNING
Do not remove spark plug when
checking ignition. A fire or
explosion may occur. Always use
an approved spark tester.
1. Disconnect the ground lead
armature,
Figure 12 — Armature Test
2
1
2. Connect spark plug wire
Tester
(#19368) and ground tester to engine.
2
3. Pull the starter rope and observe the spark gap in the
tester. If the spark jumps the tester gap, the armature
is good.
4. If there is no spark, check the ground lead for
pinching, worn insulation or damage. Test the lead for
continuity. If the ground lead is undamaged and has
continuity, replace the armature.
Tests for No Spark
NOTE:
Perform these tests if the armature is good
and there is still no spark.
1. Remove the cowl from the power head.
2. Disconnect the armature ground lead.
to the
(Figure 12)
3
3
to long terminal of Spark
1
3. Remove safety/engine stop switch clip
Figure 13 — Safety Stop Switch Clip
1
4. Disconnect the wiring harness connector
from the engine speed limiter.
3
Figure 14 — Disconnect Speed Limiter
2
5. Insert the test probe to the wire harness side of the
armature ground wire connector
6. Test the switch for continuity at the engine ground
.
2
There should be continuity.
15
.
(Figure 13)
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2
(Figure 14)
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4
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