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Stall (Lock) Test

With starter mounted in test stand and ring gear locked, adjust test stand rheostat to values specified (see specifications) and observe torque on dial indicator.

Fig 1: Performance Test Wiring Diagram
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Cranking Amperage Draw

Starter No. Amps @ RPM(1) Torque (Ft.Lbs.)
E 84-0.8/12 170 @ 1900 2.89±.14
E 100-1.3/12 280 @ 1600±100 5.87±.14
(1) At 9.5 volts.

Brush Spring Tension  - E 84-0.8/12 - 2.5-2.9 lbs. (1.15-1.3 kg); E 100-1.3/12 - 2.2±.2 lbs. (1 ±0.1 kg).

Rotation (Pinion End)  - Clockwise.

Armature End Play  - E 84-0.8/12 -.0039.0197" (0.1-0.5 mm); E 100-1.3/12 -.003-.027" (0.07-0.70 mm).

STARTER PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Model No Load Test (1) Lock Test
Amps. RPM Amps. Volts Torque
E 84-0.8/12 Below 30 7000±1000 315 7±0.3 6.7±.43
E 100-1.3/12 Below 28 5200±500 530 7±0.3 12.58±.7
(1) At 12 volts.