Westerbeke Universal M-50 - Checking Magnet Switch - Pull-In Coil Attraction Test; Disassembly & Reassembly of Magnet Switch Type Starter; Holding Coil-Retention Test

Holding Coil (Retention Test)
1. Apply 1/2 the rated voltage (approx. 6V) across the S terminal and the body, push the plunger
in by hand, and then release it.
2. If the plunger stays attracted, the holding coil is good; if not, it is defective.
Reference value The plunger remains attracted.
. DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY OF MAGNET SWITCH TYPE STARTER
Removing Magnet Switch
1. Remove the connecting lead.
2. Remove the set screws.
3. Detach the magnet switch by lifting it up while taking care that it does not contact the drive
lever.
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