Starter Pinion Gap - Toro Workman 3000 Series Service Manual

Starter Pinion Gap

1. Disconnect lead wire from terminal "M" of magnetic
switch.
2. Connect 12 volt battery between terminal "50" and
starter body (connect positive terminal of battery to ter ­
minal "50".
IMPORTANT: To prevent switch coil from overheat­
ing, never apply battery voltage for longer than 10
seconds.
3. Pinion should move out and stop. Measure clearance
(pinion gap) between pinion and pinion stop nut. If there
is axial play, push back pinion and measure again.
Pinion gap
4. Pinion gap is not adjustable.
Workman 3000/4000 Series
2.2 mm (.087 in.) or less
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Figure 60
Pinion
stop nut
Pinion gap
Figure 61
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