1997 Johnson Evinrude "EU" Electric Outboards Service Manual, P/N 507260, Page 47Get this manual
Resistor Wire12-Volt Hand Control Models
INote To avoid damaging components or troubleshooting equipment, disconnect the battery cables before proceeding1Remove the steering housing cover
2Turn the speed control switch to OFF3Use an ohmmeter calibrated on low ohms scale to test the condition of the speed resistor wire
rn 4The terminal numbers and their locations on the speed control switch are as shown (terminal side of switch)rn 5Connect the ohmmeter between terminals "3" and "4" The meter should show 1.0-1.2 ohms resistance The meter must show no continuity between either terminal and the motor tube6Replace the resistor wire if your test results are significantly different AND the motor does not run in the first speed position7Refer to Section for assembly information