Lincoln Electric CLASSIC I SVM134-A Service Manual page 62

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QUICK
CONNECT
LEADS
TEST PROCEDURE
1. Turn the engine OFF.
2. Unlatch and secure the right side door.
3. Locate the idler solenoid and the two leads
with quick connects. See Figure F.4.
4. Disconnect the two solenoid leads at the
quick connection splices.
5. Using the external power supply, apply
12VDC to the idler solenoid leads. The
solenoid should activate.
6. The solenoid should deactivate when the
12VDC is removed.
TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR
IDLER SOLENOID TEST (continued)
FIGURE F.4 – IDLER SOLENOID CONNECTIONS
CLASSIC I
7. If the solenoid does not operate properly,
check for a mechanical restriction in the link-
age or for a missing spring.
8. If the linkage is intact and the solenoid does
not operate correctly when 12VDC is
applied, the idler solenoid may be faulty.
Replace the idler solenoid.
NOTE: Normal solenoid coil resistance is
approximately 25 ohms.
9. After the test and repairs are completed,
close and latch the right side door.
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