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BR 500, BR 550, BR 600
If the engine is down on power, check
the spark arresting screen in the muffler.
:
Wait for the muffler to cool down.
:
Take out the screws (
3
).
:
Remove the scoop (
4
).
*
see "Guide to Using this Manual"
:
Remove the spark arresting
screen (
5
).
:
Clean the spark arresting screen.
If screen is damaged or heavily
carbonized, fit a new one.
:
Refit the spark arresting screen.
:
Fit the scoop.
Replacing the starter rope
:
Take out the screws (
1
).
:
Remove the starter cover (
2
).
:
Use a screwdriver or suitable pliers
to ease the spring clip (
3
) off the
starter post.
The rewind spring may pop out and
uncoil – take care to avoid injury.
:
Carefully remove the rope rotor with
washer (
4
) and pawls (
5
).
Spark Arresting Screen*
in Muffler
Replacing Starter Rope
and Rewind Spring