Electric Starter
When the starter switch is activated, the battery supplies
power to the starter motor, cranking the engine. On 1999 and
newer models, the brake switch must also be activated to
power the starter. When the engine is running, the alternator
recharges the battery. It will take approximately 15–20
minutes of running to replace the battery charge used to start
the engine one time.
Contents
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 12 Volt Starting System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Test Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital Multimeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DC Shunt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starter Test Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handling Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
First Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replace Battery Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Starter Motor Drive and Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check 12 Volt Starter Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starter Motor Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshoot Starter Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Brake Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Brake Switch Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassemble Starter Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clean and Inspect Starter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assemble Starter Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Starter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
38
38
39
39
39
39
39
39
40
40
40
40
40
41
41
41
41
41
41
42
42
42
43
43
44
Should the battery need additional recharging, the trickle
charger is plugged into a 120 volt AC household outlet, and
then connected to battery. The battery will be fully charged
within a 72 hour period. It is not recommended that battery be
recharged if temperatures are below 40° F (4° C). For best
results, charge battery within temperature limits of 40° F
(4° C) to 105° F (41° C). When long periods of storage are
encountered, battery should be charged overnight every two
months. This type of battery will lose its charge when not in
use. This may shorten battery life.
Troubleshooting
12 Volt Starting System
The following list is given to aid in diagnosing problems for
12 volt starting systems.
Note: If a starting problem is encountered, the engine itself
should be thoroughly checked to eliminate it as the cause of
starting difficulty. It is a good practice to check engine for
freedom of rotation by removing spark plug and turning
crankshaft over by hand, to be sure it rotates freely.
1.
Engine Cranks Slowly
A. Additional load affecting performance.
B. Discharged battery.
C. Faulty electrical connection (battery circuit).
General Information
D. Dirty or worn starter motor commutator, bearing, weak
magnets, etc.
The Toro GTS 200 electric start system consists of a 12V
battery, starter motor, switch, and alternator. In addition, the
1999 and newer models have a brake switch and a fuse for the
charging system. A separate trickle charger is also standard.
E. Worn brushes or weak brush springs.
F. Wrong oil viscosity for temperature expected.
G. Flywheel brake mis-adjusted.
The starter motor uses a gear type engagement method,
similar to an automobile starter. The starter motor shaft drives
a pinion gear into engagement with a ring gear attached to the
engine flywheel and cranks the engine. See Fig. 84 for
location of starter motor.
2. Engine Will Not Crank
A. Discharged or defective battery.
B. Faulty electrical connections.
C. Faulty starter motor switch (open circuit).
D. Open circuit in starter motor.
E. Brushes sticking, etc.
2
1
3.
Starter Motor Spins,
But Does Not Crank Engine
A. Sticking pinion gear due to dirt or damaged spline.
B. Damaged pinion or ring gear.
Fig. 84 – Electric Start Engine
1.
Connector
2. 12 volt starter motor
C. Starter pinion clutch slipping.
Electric Starter
38
GTS 200
| Categories | Lawn Mower Manual, Parts and Accessories Manuals, Toro Lawn Mower Manual |
|---|---|
| Tags | Toro GTS 200 |
| Download File |
|
| Language | English |
| Product Brand | Toro. Customer Service Representatives are available by phone:
Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (CDT) - Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (CDT) - Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (CDT)
Canada 1-888-225-4886 USA 1-888-384-9939, Lawn Mower |
| Document File Type | |
| Publisher | toro.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Toro Company |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
(0 votes, average: 0 out of 5)