Figure 1-12. Engine Starting System -726280049

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STEERING WHEEL

SHOWN REMOVED

FOR CLARITY

Figure 1-12. Engine Starting System

b. Engine Starting and Stopping. The engine starting system (Figure 1-12) uses the stored electrical

energy of the batteries to turn the starter motor. When the ignition switch (1) is turned to the START position,

electrical power is passed through the neutral safety switch to the starter relay. The starter relay, when energized,

draws electrical power directly from the batteries and sends it to the starter motor solenoid. When the solenoid is

energized, the starter motor draws electrical power from the batteries and turns the engine. To stop the engine,

shut off ignition switch.

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