TM 5-3895-370-14&P
(3)
Perform starter solenoid ammeter test.
(a)
Connect positive battery cable to one side
of the ammeter and the negative battery
cable to solenoid ground.
WARNING
Ensure switch is open prior to
connecting
to
starter
solenoid.
Electrical
shock
may
result
if
solenoid is energized while making
final battery connection.
CAUTION
To prevent overheating, do not leave
pull-in winding energized more than
15 seconds. Current draw will
decrease as winding temperature
increases.
(b)
Connect switch leads to ammeter and solenoid switch terminal (S).
(c)
Connect voltmeter leads to solenoid ground and solenoid switch terminal (S).
(d)
Connect potentiomet er across positive and negative battery terminals.
(e)
Close switch to operate starter and adjust potentiometer until voltmeter indicates 24 Vdc.
(f)
Observe ammeter reading. If reading is below or above 105 to 115 amps, replace starter solenoid.
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