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ENGINE
Recoil Assembly
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 at right.
2. Hold spring in place and cut retaining wire.
To reinstall an old spring:
1. 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.
2. Lubricate the spring with light lubricant such as Premium
All Season Grease (PN 2871423).
To complete recoil assembly:
1. Route rope through guide bushing in recoil housing and
into reel. Tie a secure knot in end of the rope.
2. Wind rope counterclockwise onto the reel, as viewed from
ratchet side of reel.
3. Lock rope into notch on outer edge of reel.
4. Apply a small amount of grease or equivalent to the center
post of the housing and the bushing.
5. Install reel into housing making sure the spring drive tab on
the reel engages the spring and the reel is fully seated in the
housing.
6. Apply downward pressure on the reel and rotate
counterclockwise approximately 6-7 turns to pre-wind the
spring. Continue rotating counterclockwise until rope on
outer edge aligns with rope guide bushing.
7. Release rope from notch and allow reel to rewind
completely. If more pre-wind is required, place rope in
notch and add additional turns of pre-wind.
8. Install ratchet pawl and return spring, with long leg of
spring engaged in reel.
9. Reinstall friction plate.
NOTE: The friction plate must be positioned with both
end tabs of the friction spring opposite the ratchet pawl.
10. Torque friction plate retaining bolt to 5-6 ft. lbs. (7-9 Nm).
11. Reinstall recoil housing using a new gasket. Seal stator wire
harness grommet with RTV silicone.
CAUTION
Be sure to wear a face shield and eye protection
when performing this procedure.