1996 Johnson/Evinrude Outboards 8 thru 15 Four-Stroke Service Manual, Page 85Get this manual
Ignition Coil Tests Many ignition testers are available from various manufacturersIn addition, some automotive testers having the proper specifications can be usedDetailed instructions for the use of any tester are provided with the unit, therefore, only general information is given hereRefer to the manual of the ignition tester you are using for coil specificationsSpecifications will vary among testersIgnition coils must be removed from the powerhead for power and leakage testingDR5694
To avoid personal injury from electrical shock, perform all coil tests on wooden (or insulated) bench top
Ignition Coil Specifications
Primary Resistance Secondary Resistance Operating Amps (Max) Mere-G- Tronie 1.5 amps Normal Stevens 1.1 amps Analyzer Polarity
Magneto C.DCoil PI 584451
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Ohmmeter Tests Resistance tests may be performed while the ignition coil is still mounted on the powerhead1Twist and remove the spark plugs and primary lead from the ignition coil