Section 7. Retractable Starter - Kohler COMMAND CV11-16 Service Manual

WARNING: Spring Under Tension!
Retractable starters contain a powerful recoil spring that is under tension. Always wear safety goggles when
servicing retractable starters and carefully follow instructions in this section for relieving spring tension.
Hex.
Flange
Screws
Spring and
Keeper
Pulley
Brake Washer
Brake Spring
Center Screw
Figure 7-1. Retractable Starter–Exploded View.
Section 7
Retractable Starter
Starter Housing
Handle with
Rope Retainer
Rope
Pawl Springs
Pawls
Pawl Retainer
Plain Washer
Drive Cup
CV460-465, CV490-495
To Remove Starter
1. Remove the fi ve hex. fl ange screws securing the
starter to the blower housing.
2. Remove the starter.
To Install Starter
1. Install the retractable starter and fi ve hex. fl ange
screws to blower housing. Leave the screws
slightly loose.
2. Pull the starter handle out until the pawls engage
the drive cup. Hold the handle in this position and
tighten the screws securely. See Figure 7-2.
Figure 7-2. Installing Retractable Starter.
CV11-16
Section 7
Retractable Starter
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