Briggs & Stratton 271172, 270962, CE8069 Inspect Rewind Starter Parts, Assemble Rewind Starter

Inspect Rewind Starter Parts

NOTE: Do not remove the spring from the pulley. Both parts are serviced only as an assembly.

1.Inspect the pulley for wear, cracks, rough edges, or burrs in the rope groove and look for wear in the center hole. If wear or damage is found, replace the pulley and spring assembly.

2.Inspect the spring for broken ends, kinks, or burrs. If damage is found, replace the pulley and spring assembly.

3.Inspect the starter housing for wear or burrs at the rope eyelet, the center pivot post, and the anchor tab. If damage is found, replace the housing.

4.Inspect the drive pawls for wear at the tips or pivot points. Replace pawls if worn.

5.Inspect the rope for broken or frayed areas. Replace rope if necessary.

Assemble Rewind Starter

1.Install pulley and spring assembly into starter housing. Rotate pulley clockwise until slight resistance is felt, which indicates that the spring has engaged in the anchor tab.

2.Install pawl springs (if used) and pawls. Position retainer plate on pulley. Ensure that the slots in the retainer fit over the tabs in the pulley, then install shoulder screw. torque screw to value shown in Section 12 - Engine Specifications.

3.While holding retainer, rotate the pulley to extend and retract the pawls. If they do not move properly, remove and reinstall the retainer plate.

4.Turn pulley clockwise until the spring is wound tight. Then allow pulley to unwind slightly until the hole in the pulley and the eyelet in the housing are lined up. Securely clamp the pulley and housing together to prevent the pulley from spinning.

NOTE: Before proceeding, consult the Illustrated Parts List or Section 12 - Engine Specifications to ensure correct diameter and length of rope is being installed.

5.Insert one end of starter rope through eyelet and then through hole in pulley. Tie

an overhand knot in end of rope, then pull rope until knot is seated in pulley. Trim excess rope if necessary.

6.Slip other end of rope through handle and insert. Tie a knot in end of rope, then pull rope until knot is seated in the insert. Trim excess rope if necessary.

7.Quickly burn each end of the rope with an open flame to prevent swelling and fraying of the weave. Then press the handle insert into the rope handle.

8.Carefully release the clamp on the starter and allow the pulley to SLOWLY unwind until the rope is retracted. Smoothly pull the rope handle several times to ensure proper operation of the starter assembly.

Install Blower Housing / Rewind Starter Horizontal Models 110000, 120000, 150000, 200000, 210000

Some starters are riveted or spot welded to the blower housing and must be drilled to remove. For installation, screws and nuts are available separately from the Illustrated Parts List and are included with complete replacement starters.

1. Install the blower housing and torque the

screws to values listed in Section 12 - 7 Engine Specifications.

2.Install the screws (A, Figure 10) and the control panel trim torquing the screws to values listed in Section 12 - Engine Specifications.

3.Install the air cleaner assembly.

4.Fill fuel tank or open fuel shut-off valve. Connect the spark plug wire.

Figure 10

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