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MAINTENANCE
CLEAN CYLINDER FINS
(As Needed)
NOTE
Clogged fins will cause poor engine cooling.
1. Remove screws and remove starter assembly
from housing.
2. Pull starter rope out 1 - 1/2 feet and prevent
drum from rewinding.
3. Grasp the rope between notch and cover and
wind both rope and drum one turn clockwise.
4. Hold drum in place and pull rope straight out
through hole in cover.
5. Allow starter to rewind.
6. Repeat above process if more tension is needed.
7. Place starter assembly on powerhead and slowly
pull the handle until the ratchets engage properly
and the fan cover fits flush against the
powerhead.
8. Secure starter assembly with screws.
REWIND STARTER
(As Needed)
NOTE
Do not add more tension than required to
draw the handle against the cover, or starter
trouble may develop.
ROPE
DRUM
CYLINDER FINS
1. Check periodically.
2. Clogged fins will result in poor engine cooling.
3. Remove dirt and dust from between fins to let
cooling air pass easily.
