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ELECTRIC START SYSTEM
120 VOLT
Troubleshooting
Introduction
The electric start models of the R tek en
ine use a 120
volt startin
system. When the starter is supplied with
volta
e, the helical shaft spins forcin
the pinion
ear
to slide out on the shaft and en
a
e the rin
ear.
(See Fi
ure 92.)
Fi
ure 92
120V
Starter Removal
1. Remove the upper housin
. Remove the starter
switch, the bolt holdin
the wire clip, and the two
bolts which mount the starter to the en
ine. (See
Fi
ure 93.)
Fi
ure 93
1657-017
Starter Motor Fails to Turn
Possible Cause Correction
Power not reachin
product Plu
another appliance into extension cord to ensure cord is OK.
Starter switch malfunction Check switch usin
a volt/ohmmeter set for resistance. Ensure
that there is continuity when the switch is depressed.
En
ine has seized Verify that the en
ine turns over freely.
Starter motor has failed If all the above conditions are checked and the starter still fails to
turn, it must be repaired or replaced.
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