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Performance Tests

Mount starter in test stand and perform running test, no load test and stall (lock) test. Starter should develop 31.7-35.1 INCH lbs. (3.6-4.0 N.m) torque while drawing 280 amps and 9.5 volts at 1500-1700 RPM. At 12 volts and 28 amps under no load conditions, armature speed should be 4700-5700 RPM. Stall torque test should produce 143-159 INCH lbs. (16.1 5-18.05 N.m) torque at 12 volts and 28 or less amps.