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Motor test procedures, Step details – Cub Cadet Fun Runner User Manual

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MOTOR TEST PROCEDURES

STEP

DETAILS

Make vehicle safe.

Ignition switch off and key removed.

Parking brake set.

Remove utility bed (or storage compartment).

Whichever is installed.

Remove 4 screws from utility bed or lift storage
compartment out.

Turn off master power switch.

Located behind seat.

Remove canopy assembly.

If installed, refer to Section 4.

Remove rear body section.

Refer to Section 4.

Disconnect one motor cable.

Recommend disconnect motor return cable from
controller.

Raise and support vehicle.

Raise rear until wheels are clear.

Place supports under vehicle.

Attach ohmmeter leads. See Figure 5-7.

To motor cable terminal ends.

Check resistance in motor.

Note: Check resistance from motor lead
to case on motor to make sure lead is not
grounded
. If motor lead has continuity to
motor housing, replace motor.

Should be less than one ohm.

Rotate wheels in small increments (stopping to
read resistance) and make sure resistance is
not more than one ohm at any position

High resistance or large changes indicate
problems with brushes or commutator in
motor.

Replace motor.

Lower vehicle.

Remove supports and lower.

Reconnect motor cable.

To original position.

Turn on master power switch.

Located behind seat.