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The rewind starter mechanism installed on this
engine is non-serviceable. The rope and handle
are the only serviceable parts.
Inspect Rewind Starter Parts
1. Remove fasteners (A, Figure 7-2) and lift
static guard/rewind assembly (B) off
blower housing.
2. Inspect the starter assembly for wear or
burrs at the rope eyelet, the center pivot
post, and the anchor tab. If damage is
found, replace the static guard/rewind
assembly.
3. Inspect the rope for broken or frayed
areas. Replace rope, if necessary.
Replace Rope
NOTE: Consult the Illustrated Parts List or
Section 12 - Engine Specifications for the correct
diameter and length of rope.
Figure 7 - 3
Figure 7 - 4
Figure 7 - 5
Figure 7 - 6
1. Hold rewind assembly firmly (A, Figure7-
3) and pull out rope (B) until pulley stops.
NOTE: Spring tension in pulley will increase as
rope is pulled out.
2. Line up holes (C, Figure 7-4) of rewind
pulley and rope eyelet and secure pulley
assembly with small screwdriver (D).
3. Cut through middle of rope then remove
pieces from pulley and handle.
4. Insert one end of new rope into handle and
tie a knot (E, Figure 7-5) to secure it.
5. Insert other end of rope through eyelet and
hole in pulley (F). Tie a knot to secure the
rope, then fit knot into recess in pulley.
6. Hold rope firmly (G, Figure 7-6) while
removing screwdriver (H) then slowly
allow rope to rewind itself on pulley.
7. Place static guard/rewind assembly on
blower housing and install fasteners.
Torque to value listed in Section 12 -
Engine Specifications.
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