1994 Johnson/Evinrude "ER" CV 85 thru 115 outboards Service Manual, Page 247Get this manual
Cleaning and Inspection 1Inspect the brushes; replace if one-half worn, damaged, or crackedReplace brush springs, if weak2Clean commutator with 300 grade emery clothIf commutator surface is unevenly worn or pitted, turn on latheRemove any trace of oil or metal dust from commutator1sl1sl3Check the armature on growler for shorted turnsCheck EI armature for grounding by using test light or meterInspect armature insulation for indications of overheating or damaged windingsClean off any deposits of carbon or foreign matter which may contribute to later failure of the windingsany steel or iron object held inside the frameWeak magnets will cause excessive RPM on No Load Current Draw, Electric Starter test5Do not clean the starter drive assembly while the starter motor and drive are installed on the powerheadThe cleaning agent could drain into the starter motor, washing dirt from the drive into the starter bearings and commutatorAfter disassembling the drive, clean each part with grease solvent and inspect for wear or distortion6If the pinion does not properly engage the flywheel, the pinion and screw shaft assembly may be worn, distorted, or dirtyLocate the cause of binding and correct before completing assembly