1968 Evinrude Speedifour, Starflite 85HP Service Manual, Page 36Get this manual
Detailed instructions for the of any tester are provided with the unit; therefore, only general information is given hereTESTING The distributor rotor, and spark plug high tension leads tested for leakage or insulation failures using the ignition analyzer and standard motor ignition coilConnect the coil to the ignition analyzer for the coil testConnect separate test lead with suitable clips to the secondary terminal of the coil the resistor adapter when using the Stevens Model ignition analyzer) and to the conductor of the component being tested (lead terminals distributor rotor arm, spark plug high tension iead)Probe the entire insulated surface of the component being tested with the grounded test probeSee Figures 4-13 and 4-14Arcing will apparent wherever the insulation has broken down, due to moisture or carbon trails Figure 4-16FuH Advance Marks carefuHy for dirt, chips, or damage which difficulty in rotating the breaker cause
It is very important that the stator retaining screws kept tight at times (torque to 48-60 inch-lbsThis will assure positive location and prevent dirt from entering the distribution chamberThe ventilating screens in the distributor should kept free from dirt to assure proper ventilation