TM 5-3895-370-14&P
5-35. STARTER TESTING (CONT).
WARNING
Ensure switch is open prior to connecting to starter solenoid. Electrical shock or
physical injury may result if starter is energized while making final battery
connection.
(e)
Connect one switch wire and one voltmeter wire together. Connect remaining ammeter wire to positive
terminal of battery and remaining switch wire to starter motor terminal.
(f)
Connect potentiometer between positive and negative terminals of battery.
(g)
Close switch to operate starter and adjust potentiometer until voltmeter indicates 24 Vdc.
(h)
Observe and record ammeter and rpm readings. Refer to Table 5-3 for performance specifications.
(i)
If starter is within performance specifications, replace solenoid (para 5-36) and go to step three in this
paragraph.
(j)
If starter is not within performance specifications, repair starter (para 5-36).
END OF TASK
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