Changing A Broken Or Worn Starter Cord - Husqvarna T425 Workshop Manual

Repair instructions
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Undo the screw in the centre of the pulley and
remove the pulley and the spring cassette.
Cleaning and checking
Clean the parts and check:
• Starter cord.
• That the starter pawls on the fl ywheel are in-
tact, i.e. that they spring back to the centre and
move easily.
• Lubricate the return spring with a light oil.
7.2 Changing a broken or worn starter
cord
When the starter cord is worn and must be replaced,
the tension in the return spring must be released.
1
Pull the cord out about 30 cm and lift it into the
notch on the outside of the starter pulley. Release
the tension in the return spring by letting the starter
pulley slowly rotate backwards. See "Dismantling
the starter".
WARNING!
If the spring tension is activated on
the starter pulley, the spring can fl y
out and cause personal injury.
Use protective goggles.
2
Undo the screw in the centre of the pulley and
remove the pulley.
3
When the starter pulley is removed, insert a new
starter cord and attach it to the starter pulley.
Thread the other end of the starter cord through
the hole in the starter housing and starter handle
and tie a double knot on the cord.
Cleaning and checking
• Clean and check carefully all components.
Worn or damaged parts must be replaced.
Lubricate the return spring with a light oil.
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