Snapper 212CST Service Manual page 8

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WARNING
USE FACE MASK OR PROTECTIVE SHIELD
BEFORE ATTEMPTING NEXT STEPS!
7. To remove starter drum, remove the single
retaining screw and washer. The spring
beneath the starter drum is still under ten¬
sion. Gently remove the starter drum with
a slight twisting motion. See Figure 12.
FIGURE 12
NOTE
IF ONLY REPLACING DRUM/ROPE ASSEMBLY,
BE CERTAIN THAT STARTER SPRING REMAINS
SEATED, FLUSH AGAINST STARTER HOUSING.
IF THE SPRING IS NOT FLUSH, IT MAY HAVE
TO BE REMOVED AND REWOUND BY HAND.
TO REMOVE SPRING, GENTLY TAP STARTER
ON TABLE, FACE DOWN, TRAPPING THE UN¬
WINDING SPRING AGAINST THE TABLE.
8. While an existing spring must be wound by
hand or machine, a new spring comes pre¬
wound. Firmly grasp the spring and remove
the retention band.
9. Gently install spring into housing. Ensure
that spring is flush on housing floor. The
open end of the spring should go around
the boss, located at the 12 o'clock position,
and face away from the rope. See Figure 13.
FIGURE 13
10. Reinstall new rope with knot securely tuck¬
ed away in the pocket as shown. Apply a
light coat of grease to the spring side of
the drum. See Figure 14.
FIGURE 14

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