Troubleshooting The Starter Circuit - Mercury Optimax 115 Service Manual

Troubleshooting the Starter Circuit

Before beginning the troubleshooting flow chart, verify the following conditions:
1. Confirm that battery is fully charged.
2. Check that control lever is in "NEUTRAL" position.
3. Check terminals for corrosion and loose connections.
4. Check cables and wiring for frayed and worn insulation.
5. Check 20 amp fuse.
Location of "Test Points" (called out in flow chart) are numbered below.
BATTERY
20 AMP FUSE
90-855347R1 JANUARY 1999
TO ALTERNATOR
2
2
6
6
STARTER
SOLENOID
4
4
5 5
IGNITION SWITCH
Starter Circuit
CHARGING & STARTING SYSTEM
7
7
1 1
3
3
NEUTRAL START SWITCH
(LOCATED IN CONTROL HOUSING)
STARTER
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