Kohler SV810-840 Service Manual page 67

Troubleshooting CD Ignition Systems
information is provided to help you get to the root of
CAUTION: High-Energy Electric Spark!
wires are connected, including the spark plug leads.
sure the ignition switch is in the RUN position.
complains of hard starting, low power,
excessive draw on the kill circuit. Perform the
appropriate test procedure.
Test Procedure for DSAM Ignition Systems
The following procedures are provided for
™ equipped engines, to allow
Special Tools Required:
• Hand Tachometer
on these engines. Use of any other tester can
Electrical System and Components
is in neutral and all external loads are
disconnected.
Test 1. Isolate and Verify the Trouble is Within the
Engine Ignition System.
harnesses from the engine and equipment are
the connectors and position or insulate the white
kill lead terminal so it cannot touch ground. Try
starting the engine to verify whether the reported
the testing, you may need to ground the
kill lead to shut it down. Because you have
interrupted the kill circuit, it may not stop
using the switch.
wires, connections, safety interlocks, etc.
associated with the ignition or electrical
isolated until all testing is completed.
Test 2. Test for Spark.
engine ground.
the engine or perform tests with one spark
plug lead disconnected and not grounded or
permanent system damage may occur.
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