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2-8.
GASOLINE ENGINE ASSEMBLY - Continued.
a.
Generator/ Ignition System - Continued.
(2) Cleaning.
WARNING
The cleaning solvent used emits strong vapors and is flammable.
To avoid
illness or fire, use in a well-ventilated area and away from open flames. DO
NOT breathe vapors for a prolonged time.
(a) Clean all parts except coils, points, and capacitor
(condenser) with cleaning solvent (item 5, Appendix C)
using a varnish brush (item 1, Appendix C).
(b) Allow to dry.
(3) Inspection.
(a) Inspect all hardware for stripped threads. Replace if
stripped.
(b) Inspect all electrical parts for cracks, breaks, signs of
burning.
Replace if defective.
(c) Inspect fan for broken, chipped or missing blades.
(d) Inspect flywheel for cracks.
(e) Inspect contact set for corroded contacts.
(4) Installation.
(a) Install felt washer (41) and ring (40) on engine shaft
(42).
Install mount plate (39), two washers (38), two
lockwashers (37), and two screws (36). Do not tighten
screws.
(b) Screw spark plug lead (19) into coil. Install coil (20),
two washers (21), and two screws (22).
(c) Connect coil (27) wiring per tagged identification. Install
coil (27), two washers (28), and two screws (29) on
mounting plate.
(d) Install contact set on mount plate (39) with washer (31),
and screw ( 30).
(e) Place capacitor (23) into place on armature plate. Place a
socket the same outside diameter as the capacitor over the
capacitor and gently tap capacitor into armature plate by
tapping on socket.
Connect three leads to condenser with
washer (25) and nut (26).
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