TOHATSU NB-1000 Service Manual page 243

Use proper precautions when performing tests
with the engine cover removed. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewelry. Keep hair, hands, and
clothing away from the flywheel and other
moving parts.
When repairs are complete, make sure all ignition
and electrical leads are properly routed and
clamped in their original positions and the start-
in-gear prevention system must be tested before
returning engine to customer.
Starter System Testing
The starter system may cause three types of problems:
• The engine does not crank, see Starter Circuit Tests in this section.
• The starter motor runs but does not engage or disengage from
the flywheel, see Starter Motor Test in this section.
• The starter motor will not shut off, see Starter Solenoid -Test in
this section.
Before you begin testing of starting system:
• Check battery fluid level and specific gravity. Charge or replace
as required. See Battery Care and Maintenance, this section.
• Check the folIowing electrical connections and make sure they
are secure and free of corrosion:
- Batterycables and clamps.
- Starter solenoid wiring (including ground connection).
- Starter motor wiring (including ground connection to engine
block and/or cowling).
- Main key switch and neutral start switch cables.
• Make sure shift lever or remote controI Iever is in NEUTRAL and
it operates freely.
• Set main key switch to OFF position unless otherwise directed in
instructions,
1-/ 2-Cylinder
CAUTION
CAUTION
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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