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ELECTRICAL AND IGNITION
ELECTRIC STARTER SERVICING
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Note the alignment marks by the positive terminal
stud. Hold the armature in place, and slide the
frame away from the gear housing.
Slowly remove the armature and thrust washer.
Do not lose the brush springs.
Starter Cleaning and Inspection
Inspect the brushes for wear and damage.
Replace brushes if damaged or worn. Replace
weak brush springs.
Inspect and replace locating ring on armature
shaft, if necessary.
Clean the commutator with 300-grade emery
cloth. If commutator surface is unevenly worn or
pitted, turn it on a lathe. Remove any trace of oil or
metal dust from the commutator.
Check the armature on a growler for shorted turns
using a test light or meter. Inspect armature insu-
lation for indications of overheating or damaged
windings. Clean off any carbon deposits or foreign
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