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MEP 806A not cranking

sfus2645

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I purchased two 1995 MEP 806A with under 4 hours. One had an issued with a fuse and it was resolved pretty fast thanks to the knowledgeable people on this forum.
Now, the other one won't crank, it makes a one time clapping noise on the starter when press to run. I put new batteries on it, the voltage at the starter terminals is 25 volts.
Any, suggestions on where to start looking?
 

Mullaney

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Hello
I purchased two 1995 MEP 806A with under 4 hours. One had an issued with a fuse and it was resolved pretty fast thanks to the knowledgeable people on this forum.
Now, the other one won't crank, it makes a one time clapping noise on the starter when press to run. I put new batteries on it, the voltage at the starter terminals is 25 volts.
Any, suggestions on where to start looking?
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By the way, downloading the TMs (Technical Manuals) for your machine will be helpful.

 

sfus2645

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the problem is the starter solenoid, it was very corroded inside. the cooper filament was covered with a layer of old grease, prevent it from making contact.
Hopefully it will start tomorrow when I put it back together.
These units seat unused for a long time exposed to the elements I guess.
 
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