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TM 10-4320-324-14
5-9. Starter Assembly Testing (CONT).
(3)
If pinion rotates freely, perform the following no-load test prior to disassembly.
(a)
Connect a voltmeter from starter motor terminal to starter motor frame. Connect negative battery cable to
starter motor frame.
(b)
Mount tachometer to measure armature speed.
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.
(c)
Connect switch to solenoid battery terminal and solenoid switch terminal.
(d)
Connect ammeter in series between the positive side of the battery and battery terminal on the starter
solenoid.
(e)
Connect carbon pile between positive and negative battery terminals.
(f)
Close switch and adjust carbon pile until voltmeter indicates 11 VDC.
(g)
Write down ammeter and tachometer readings.
(h)
Open switch and de-energize starter.
(i)
Refer to table 5-1 for current and rpm performance specifications.
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