FUEL SYSTEM TESTS
Primer Solenoid Tests
Functional
Test
STEP 1
Start engine and allow
it
to reach normal operating
temperature. Set engine speed at
2000
RPM.
While engine
is
running, push
in
key.
Engine
should
run
richly and drop 1000
RPM
. Stop
engine.
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Results:
•
Outboard slows approximately 1000
RPM,
primer circuit
is
functional.
•
No
affect
on
speed, make sure primer solenoid
activates and valve of primer solenoid
is
open-
ing. Proceed to next step.
STEP 2
Remove primer hose from intake or carburetor fit-
ting. Connect a
1/8
in.
I.D. clear vinyl hose
between the fitting and a syringe,
PIN
346936,
filled with isopropyl alcohol. Press lightly
on
the
syringe.
Results:
FUEL SYSTEM
FUEL SYSTEM TESTS
• Fluid moves through passage,
it
is
clear.
• Fluid does not move through passage(s), or
excessive restriction exists,
clean carburetor or
manifold fittings with Nipple Cleaning Tool,
PIN
326623, and retest.
Cleaning
Tool 6784
Solenoid
Winding
Test I
Test the solenoid windings with
an
ohmmeter cali- •
brated
on
the low ohms scale. Connect meter
leads to solenoid leads. Meter should indicate:
Solenoid Resistance
5.5
± 1.5 ohms
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