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TROUBLESHOOTING AND TESTING
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LCD MULTIMETER AND OIL LEVEL SENSOR
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Lower oil level indicator Float Sensor switch Upper oil level indicator Float 6. Sensor switch
AND DRIVE (TYPICAL)
5C. 40 and 50 hp with remote control-The warning horn should sound and the low oil indicator on the tachometer should illuminate when the float contacts the sensor switch. 5D. 40 and 50 hp with tiller handle-when the float contacts the sensor switch, the pilot lamp on the lower engine cowl should illuminate. 6. Reinstall the oil level sensor by reversing the removal procedure. Apply RTV sealant to the sensor cap during installation. STARTING SYSTEM The starting system may be either manual or electric start. Manual start is offered on 2.5-18 hp models. Both systems are available on 25-50 hp models. The 70-140 hp models use only electric start. The common components of the electric starting system include the battery, start button or ignition switch, starter solenoid, starter motor, neutral switch and wires. The electric starter motor (Figure 19) is similar in design to what is commonly used on automotive applications. Its mounting position on the power head allows the starter drive gear (Figure 19) to engage a flywheel-mounted ring gear when the starter is operated. The
