Johnson Evinrude Outboard Motors 1956-1970 1.5-40hp repair manual., Page 226Get this manual
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against the brush is built into the re tainer Therefore, separate brush spring is not requiredWith one brush attached to the end cap and the other to the frame assembly, positioning the brushes properly is not the easiest task, but it can be done with patienceInsert the negative brush into the retainer and push it in until the back part of the spring rests on the side of the brushThis force secures the brush in the retainer in retracted positionLower the end cap over the frame assemblyInstall the positive brush into the retainer and push the brush backward until the spring part of the retainer is on the side of the brush2- Work the cap over the end of the armature shaft and the brushes over the commutatorJust before the cap is completely into place against the frame, use punch and push on the back side of each brush and the brush will snap in to ride against the commutatorThe spring will then be behind the brush3- Align the end cap notch or mark with the mark on the frame and the upper cap mark with its matching markNow, install