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RECOIL STARTER
POWR
REMOVAL AND DISASSEMBLY
1) Remove and disassemble the recoil starter
referring to the exploded diagram. Note the fol-
lowing points.
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Remove the start-in-gear protection device
at the recoil starter.
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When removing the starter rope, insert a
screwdriver into the starter stop-plunger
hole to secure the sheave-drum from run-
ning off.
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Slowly turn the sheave-drum clockwise to
spring-free, and remove the sheave-drum.
NOTE:
When removing the sheave drum, hold down the
starter spring so that the starter spring will not
spring out.
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Wear suitable protective gloves and take care to
protect yourself from an accident due to the
spring flying out when removing the sheave
drum.
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Holding the spring with one hand, unfold
the spring from its center with the other. Be
careful the spring does not jump out.
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When removing or installing the starter spring,
use care not to injure your hand. It is advisable
to wear gloves.
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