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NOTE
With knot untied, do not allow rope to rewind into the starter assembly.
(3)
Untie the knot.
(4)
Pass the rope through the T-handle (1) and sound enclosure front panel grommet (3). Slip T-handle (1)
onto the rope and retie the knot.
(5)
Allow the rope (2) to rewind until the T-handle (1) seats on the recoil starter assembly (4).
NOTE
Note position of recoil starter assembly prior to removal.
(6)
Remove four bolts (5).
(7)
Remove recoil starter assembly (4), as a self-contained unit, from the cooling case cover.
b.
Inspection.
(1)
Pull the rope (2). It should pull easily with no binding.
(2)
Observe the drive mechanism. The cam that engages the flywheel cap should extend freely.
(3)
Allow the rope (2) to retract. The engaging mechanism should retract.
c.
Repair.
(1)
Replace Recoil Starter Rope.
NOTE
• It is not necessary to disassemble the mechanism to replace the rope.
• It is a good idea to replace the starter rope whenever another component of
recoil starter is replaced.
If the starter rope is frayed or worn, replace it.
(a)
Use the appropriate replacement nylon-braided rope.
(b)
To replace the rope (2), pull the rope (2) out all the way with a slow firm pull.
(c)
Prevent plastic reel (6) from rewinding by bracing the raised plastic cup on the reel with a screwdriver.
(d)
Untie or cut the knot in the raised plastic cup on the reel and slide the old rope (2) out.
(e)
If the old rope (2) has broken, wind the plastic reel (6) completely, then release one complete turn
before installing new rope (2). This protects the spring from being overwound when the rope (2) is
pulled.
(f)
Select new rope (2). Singe both ends of the nylon rope with a match flame to prevent fraying.
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