Re: Newer motor problem

[Don]

OK, well this CD ignition is really pretty simple, so don’t be afraid of it…I’m pretty sure what you have there is the UFI system, in other words, the powerpack is under the flywheel.
The first few tests are very simple, first you must do the "stop circuit elimination test". In other words, when the stop button is pushed (safety lanyard removed), the powerpack’s capacitor is grounded preventing it from storing a charge, killing the ignition….I guess I should have asked about the safety lanyard first, is it installed??
In any event, on this engine, the stop circuit is easily disabled. Look for the one pin black amphenol/rubber connector near the coils, unclamp and unplug the connector, then recheck for spark.
Next, you will want to ensure the powerpack (under flywheel) is properly grounded. Look for the black lead coming out from under the flywheel, it is usually grounded behind one of the coils. Check the ground connection with an ohm meter on the low scale, should be less than one ohm….
Hopefully, one of these two tests will uncover the problem…