Simple Solenoid Wiring

[krj]

Hi guys...first time poster. Looks like a great site.<br /><br />Anyway...my problem is simple.<br /><br />I just installed a new solenoid but I think I mixed up the wiring. Would anyone be able to give me a quick description of how to wire up 4 post solenoid. The motor is a 25hp Evinrude from the early 70's I believe.<br /><br />The wires I have to be wired are all those from the switch, the one from the coil? to the solenoid, and the battery cables.<br /><br />I know I should have had all this written down, but $?&T happens... <br /><br />Thanks in advance.<br />Kj

 

[JB]

Re: Simple Solenoid Wiring

Hi, KRJ.<br /><br />Welcome to iboats. <br /><br />Your first and smartest move is to buy a Manual, or borrow one at the library.<br /><br />Post your model/serial number so we can identify the exact year of your engine, and you can get the correct manual.

 

[Paul Moir]

Re: Simple Solenoid Wiring

Iboats memeber Xcuseme has a general schematic and description posted here:<br />Starter Schematic <br /><br />It might help while you wait for that manual. The schematic in it will be specific to your outboard.<br /><br />The ignition system is entirely seperate from the starting system. Do not connect the systems together or in all likelyhood you will burn out ignition components.<br /><br />Hope this helps!

 

[krj]

Re: Simple Solenoid Wiring

Thanks for the replies....<br /><br />Dont have a local library very nearby. As for buying a manual, I would like to avoid it because I am selling the boat. BTW...do you mean a manual specific to my model, or a generic manual for outboards.<br /><br />I will try to manage using the generic schematic you have provided....I will also get the model and serial number to post tommorrow.<br /><br />Thanks again.

 

[krj]

Re: Simple Solenoid Wiring

Well...using that general diagram...it worked perfectly. Thanks a lot for all the help guys. This is a great forum....<br /><br />Thanks again.