Service Manual

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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4. You should be able to hear the solenoid switch
“click” when you make the connection (Figure 82).
Figure 82
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Ignition Switch
Purpose
The ignition switch provides the proper switching for
the starter, ignition, accessories, and safety circuits.
Location
The ignition switch is located on the control panel, to
the right side of the operator (Figure 83).
Figure 83
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How it Works
Detents inside the switch give it 3 positions: OFF, RUN,
and START. The START position is spring loaded so
the cylinder automatically returns to RUN once the key
is released (Figure 84).
Figure 84
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Testing
1. Disconnect the switch from the wiring harness.
2. Verify that continuity exists between the terminals
listed for the switch position. Verify that there is
NO continuity between terminals not listed for the
switch position.
(A) & (B) Coil Terminals (C) & (D) Contact Terminals
A
B
C
D
Ignition Switch
B = Battery voltage “in”
S = Starting Circuit
I = Safety & Starting Circuit
A = Alternator/Regulator Circuit
Y = Safety & Starting Circuit
X = Safety/Start/Light Circuit
OFF No continuity between terminals
RUN Continuity - B I A and X Y
START Continuity - B I S
A
I
S
Y
B
X
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