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Paul99

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just want to double check something.
« on: April 27, 2025, 08:51:11 »
So (see photo) the points should be closed (ie touching) when cold and ignition off - correct?  then should open when cranking etc.

Mine had a large gap when cold.  I have adjusted so they JUST touch when cold..   Is that correct? couldn't find the link on the technical manual.

Many thanks

BobH

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Re: just want to double check something.
« Reply #1 on: April 27, 2025, 09:25:58 »
Hello Paul, that's correct, contacts are normally closed, open when cranking after the coil has heated up after one second

Test procedures are on here:

https://www.sl113.org/wiki/Engine/TimeSwitch
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Paul99

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Re: just want to double check something.
« Reply #2 on: April 27, 2025, 14:48:14 »
Great. Many thanks.