TM 55-1945-205-24-2
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DIRECT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE
ROLL-ON/ROLL-OFF DISCHARGE FACILITY
RIGID HULL INFLATABLE BOAT ENGINE IGNITION COIL
TESTING
INITIAL SETUP:
Test Equipment
Multimeter (Item 43, WP 0359 00)
Tools
Tool Kit, General Mechanic’s (Item 81, WP 0359 00)
Personnel Required
Engineer 88L
Equipment Condition
RHIB Dry-Docked.
RHIB Battery Negative Lead Terminal Removed. (WP 0336 00)
RHIB Engine Cover Removed. (WP 0297 00)
RHIB Engine Spark Plug Wires Removed. (WP 0308 00)
RHIB Engine Ignition Coil Removed. (WP 0310 00)
TEST RHIB ENGINE IGNITION COIL
WARNING
Perform all tests on an insulated work surface to prevent electrical leakage and
shock. Failure to comply may result in injury to personnel.
CAUTION
Do not exceed the coil maximum amperage rating during test to prevent
damage to equipment.
NOTE
The following procedure is typical for the testing of ignition coils and spark plug wires.
Table 1. Ignition Coil Specifications.
Primary
Resistance
Secondary
Resistance
Operating AMPS
(Maximum)
Analyzer
Polarity
Magnetic C.D. Coil
P/N 583740
0.1 ± 0.5 W
275 ± 50 W
Merc-O-Tronic 1.5 Amps Normal
Magnetic C.D. Coil
P/N 583740
0.1 ± 0.5 W
275 ± 50 W
Stevens 1.1 Amps
Normal
