HOW TO TEST A BOAT IGNITION SWITCH

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It is important that we test the boat ignition switch so that we can avoid any trouble ahead. It is part of safety measures among sailors. Also ignition switch is very important to a boat because it is its driving force to get started so it is more conventional that beforehand you can test the integrity of your boat’s ignition switch. In addition, testing this device is easy and you don’t need to call any technician to work it for you but you can do it yourself.

Step 1 – BEFORE THE TEST

See to it that you have read the manual of your boat particularly in boat ignition switch because it may differ from one boat to another. Then check your boat engine for any leaks; it may cause explosion when you try to start using the switch. And check the wirings of the boat especially the one connected to the switch, you may not know, it may cause a short circuit problems. Also it is very important that you check the condition of your battery before the test because oftentimes problem occurred mostly in the batteries. You can start at the battery and follow the wires that lead to the engine, and you can check the connection and checking the starter solenoid which connects your battery from the switch.

step 2 – ON THE TEST

Now you are ready to make things spark. Slightly turn the key using the boat’s ignition switch to start the engine but listen carefully if there is any unusual sound and if there is, then stop the test, you may have an engine problem. Finally, if you are successful in switching on the engine, let the engine have a successive long revolution to heat your engine, and then switch off the engine and wait for a couple of minutes then do step 2 again until you are satisfied in testing your ignition switch.

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