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DESCRIPTION The complete electrical system is made up of the ignition system, the starter system, and the storage batterySee Figure 7-1Also included is the junction box, which contains the starter solenoid, and which serves as terminal box where connections can be made between the storage battery and electrical motor or boat accessoriesSee Figure 7-2TROUBLESHOOTING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Trouble in the electrical system often is first evidenced by failure of the starter to operate, and may be caused by failure of anyone or more of the components covered in this sectionA large percentage of electrical circuit as well as component failures are caused by loose or dirty electrical wiring connectionsStarter system troubleshooting is included in the Trouble Check Chart in Section 2Servicing of the starter solenoid and starter, and battery maintenance, are covered in this Section
If any cell reads 1.95 volts or more, and the differ-
ence between the highest and lowest cell is less than .05 volt, battery is good and sufficiently chargedIf cell readings are both above and below 1.95 volts