Arctic Cat 400 Service Manual page 207

4. Slowly release the friction plate and lift the plate
with ratchet guide free of the recoil case; then
remove the ratchet guide from the friction plate.
5. Remove the spring, collar, and friction spring.
6. Remove the ratchet and account for the pin.
7. Carefully lift the reel from the case making sure
the spiral spring does not accidentally disengage
from the case.
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! WARNING
Care must be taken when lifting the reel free of
the case. Wear safety glasses to avoid injury.
8. Remove the protective cover from the starter
handle and pull the rope out of the handle; then
untie the knot in the rope and remove the han-
dle.
NOTE: Do not remove the spiral spring unless
replacement is necessary. It should be visually
inspected in place to save time. If replacement is
necessary, follow steps 9-10.
9. Remove the spring from the case by lifting the
spring end up and out. Hold the remainder of the
spring with thumbs and alternately release each
thumb to allow the spring to gradually release
from the case.
10. Unwind the rope from the reel and remove the
rope.
Cleaning and Inspecting
NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,
cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.
1. Clean all components.
2. Inspect the springs and ratchet for wear or dam-
age.
3. Inspect the reel and case for cracks or damage.
4. Inspect the shaft for wear, cracks, or damage.
5. Inspect the rope for breaks or fraying.
6. Inspect the spiral spring for cracks, crystalliza-
tion, or abnormal bends.
7. Inspect the handle for damage, cracks, or deteri-
oration.
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