Kohler K91 Service Manual page 61

2 . Press the starter into position and install the
four screws with lock washers and flat wash­
ers .
3 . Hold the starter assembly i n this centered po­
sition and securely tighten the four screws.
STAMPED HOUSING MODELS
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CAUTION: Spring Under Tension!
Retractable starters contain a powerful flat wire re­
coil spring that is under tension. Do not remove the
center screw from the starter until the tens/on is re­
leased. Removing the center screw before releas­
ing spring tension or Improper starter disassembly,
can cause the sudden and potentially dangerous
release of the spring.
Always wear safety goggles when servicing retract­
able starters - full face protection is recommended.
To ensure personal safety and proper starter disas­
sembly, the following procedures must be followed
carefully.
To Remove Starter
1 .
Remove the five screws securing the starter
assembly to blower housing .
To Install Starter
1 . I nstall starter to blower housing using the five
mounting screws. Leave screws slightly loose.
2 . Pull the handle out approximately 8 " t o 1 0 "
until the pawls engage in the drive cup. Hold
the handle in this position and tighten the
screws securely.
To Replace Starter Pawls (Dogs)
Use pawl repair kit # 41 757 0 2 . This kit includes
two starter pawls , two pawl springs , two retaining
ring s , and installation instructions.
1 . Remove starter from engine.
STARTER
ASSY.
Figure Exploded View.
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FLANGE LOCK SCREW
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