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Solenoid Operated

  1. Remove all cables and connectors from solenoid terminals. Select appropriate voltage supply as indicated in table, and connect this voltage supply in series with a switch between "STA" and small unmarked terminal on solenoid. Connect a test lamp across solenoid main terminals and insert a stop (1/8" thick) between drive end bracket and pinion gear.
  2. Close switch to energize series windings and test lamp should light, indicating contacts are closed. Open switch and remove pinion stop. Close switch and hold pinion gear in engaged position. Open switch and light should go out indicating that contacts have opened.
Supply Voltage Specifications

Application Voltage
M325
  29 Slot 6.0
  33 Slot 7.0
M35G 6.0
M35J ...
2M100 ...
3M100 ...
M418G 6.0
M45G (1)12.0
(1) Or use 6 volts across both windings.