1986 25XE stator

[whisker]

I was switching the electric start from a 25XE over to a 25XD motor and came across three transformer looking copper "wraps" mounted on top of the stator.They are a seperate piece, but mounted on top of the stator ring. I don't see these shown on parts schematics. Can someone clarify them for me?
Thanks

 

[guyjg]

Stator auxialliary #12 charge/lighting coil. http://www.mercruiserparts.com/Show_Pictures3.asp?dnbr=803127001&ivar=images/COMMON/2562.png&inbr=11407&bnbr=40&bdesc=Ignition%2FElectrical+Components

 

[whisker]

Thanks,...appreciate the help. Can you tell me what it's function is?
It's the first time I've seen this part.

 

[racerone]

It is the battery charging coil.-It should feed AC to the rectifier that makes it into 12 volts DC to charge the battery.

 

[whisker]

Gotcha,...thanks much!