Briggs & Stratton 272147 Repair Manual page 53

5. Remove armature and pinion gear with drive lever
from drive end cap, Fig. 105.
Fig. 105
6. Remove spacer from armature shaft.
7. Use a 14 mm deep socket and drive retainer from
C-ring, Fig. 106.
8. Remove and discard C-ring and retainer.
Always use a new C-ring and retainer.
Fig. 106
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9. Remove pinion gear and clutch assembly, Fig.
107.
Fig. 107
Clean and inspect helix. If helix is damaged, replace
starter. Inspect bearing journals on armature shaft for
wear or damage. If bearing journals are worn or
damaged, replace starter.
NOTE
: Bearings in drive and brush end cap are
not replaceable.
Inspect Armature Commutator
The armature commutator may be cleaned with fine
sandpaper (#300 - 500 grit). DO NOT use emery cloth.
Commutator may be machined to no less than
, Fig 108.
(27.0 mm)
Slots between commutator bars should be cleaned with
a hack saw blade after cleaning or machining.
The armature should be checked for shorts with a
growler.
Fig. 108
Section 4 - Engine Overhaul
1.062"
1.062" (27.0MM)