STARTING SYSTEM
SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 23
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90-861326--1 MARCH 1999
PG260F1 Starter Motor
PG260F1 Specifications
Delco I.D. Number
MerCruiser Part Number
9000839 - 9000840
50-807904
Engine
No Load Test
Brush Spring
Engine
Rotation
Volts
Min.
Amps
Max. Amp
Min. rpm
Max. rpm
p
g
Tension Oz.
(Grams)
LH
11.5
40
90
3200
4800
Brush Spring Length
Length New - 0.36 - 0.42 in. (9.2 - 10.7 mm)
Length Used - 0.18 - 0.23 in. (4.62 - 5.98 mm)
Pinion Clearance
0.009 - 0.160 in. (0.23-4.06 mm)
Bearing Depth (Gear)
Flush - Inside
Bearing Depth (Housing)
.009-.017 (0.4mm) Maximum
Torque Specifications
Fastener Location
lb-ft
Nm
Starter Mounting Bolts
30
41
All Other Fasteners
Tighten Securely
Lubricants/Sealants
Description
Part Number
Quicksilver Liquid Neoprene
92-25711--3
Quicksilver 2-4-C Marine Lubricant With Teflon
92-825407A3
Description
The Permanent Magnet Gear Reduction (PG200 and PG250) starter motors feature small
permanent magnets mounted inside the field frame (NOTE: The actual configuration of
these magnets differs between the PG200, PG250 and PG260; the field frames with
permanent magnets are not interchangeable. Otherwise, the units are similar.) These
magnets take the place of current-carrying field coils mounted on iron pole pieces. Internal
gear reduction, approximately 4 to 1, through planetary gears results in armature speeds
in the 7000 rpm range. The armature and drive shaft are mounted on roller or ball bearings
in place of bushings. The solenoid switch, plunger, return spring, and shift lever are
permanently mounted in the drive housing.
CAUTION
The starter motor is designed to operate under great overload and produce a high
horsepower for its size. It can do this only for a short time, since considerable heat
accumulates and can cause serious damage. For this reason, the cranking motor
must never be used for more than 30 seconds at any one time. Cranking should not
be repeated without a pause of at least 2 minutes to permit the heat to escape.
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