Recoil Assembly; To Install A New Spring; To Reinstall An Old Spring - Polaris Magnum 2x4 Service Manual

Recoil Disassemblyllnspection, Cant.
5. Slowly remove spring tension by rotating reel
clockwise until all tension is removed.
6. Remove 6 mm bolt and spring washer securing
friction plate. Remove friction plate. Inspect plate for
wear or damage. Inspect plate friction spring for
wear, damage, and proper tension. The spring should
fit tightly on friction plate.
7. Remove ratchet pawl with spring and inspect.
Replace spring or ratchet pawl if worn, broken, or
damaged.
8. Slowly and carefully remove reel from recoil housing
making sure the spring remains in the housing.
Inspect the reel hub and bushing for wear.
9. Unwind rope and inspect for cuts or abrasions.
10. Inspect drive tab on hub return spring for damage. To
remove hub return spring, hold outer coils in place
with one hand and slowly remove spring one coil at a
time from the inside out.
Recoil Assembly
CAUTION: Be sure to wear a face shield and eye protec-
tion when performing this procedure.
To install a new spring:
1. Place spring in housing with the end positioned so the
spring spirals inward in a counterclockwise direction.
See photo above.
2. Hold spring in place and cut retaining wire.
To reinstall an old spring:
3. Hook outer tab in place in recoil housing and wind
spring in a counterclockwise direction one coil at a
time while holding the installed coils in place.
4. Lubricate the spring with light lubricant such as
Polaris Cable Lube (PN 287051 0) or low temperature
grease.
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