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Tractor Starter
A Tractor Starter Motor is a device that initiates the movement of the rear wheel on a tractor. The starter solenoid creates a spark and the transmission puts the power through the spark and to the starter motor which then gives power to the front wheels. There are many different makes and models of starter motors available for sale and are very easy to install on your tractor. It is a good idea to purchase a high quality starter motor so you do not have to keep spending money on replacements.
The starter solenoid has two wires that are used to send signals to the battery and initiate the movement of the tractor. The primary battery has terminals that are positive and will receive a signal from the solenoid to start it. The auxiliary battery has terminals that are negative and will receive a signal from the solenoid to turn off the engine. It is important to use a high quality battery in order to get the best performance from your tractor starter solenoid. Bad solenoids can be easily repaired but if they are damaged beyond repair then you need to consider replacing the entire starter system as a whole.
There are many things to keep in mind when using your tractor starter motor. Always make sure that you plug in the power cord correctly as otherwise you could damage it and not even know about it. The starter solenoid should always be securely mounted and you need to ensure that it does not bind up. When testing your solenoid make sure that the terminals are hot and that the voltage is around 3.5 volts and you should be able to hear it when the terminals are touched. If these tests are not effective then you need to consider buying a new tractor starter motor.