Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): B&S broken cord, recoil starter, briggs stratton

Question
Our used Briggs & Stratton Signature 2000 Ultimate 3 in 1 rotary mower does not have a manual. General instructions do not mention how to replace the pull cord. In taking apart the top housing we were stopped by several rivets which seem unremovable. What should we do? Also, what are the other two functions of this “3 in 1” ?

Answer
Hello Dan:

Send me the Model Numbers Off the Mower, Please. With these I can Locate the Proper Manual and Better Assist you. However, here are the General Instructions for Replacing the Recoil Starter Cord/Rope. **If the Rope has Broken and the Spring is Good, then Remove the Blower Housing (metal engine cover and recoil Starter). Remove the Old Rope from the Recoil Pulley. Now Turn the Pulley in the Same Direction that the Pulley would Turn if the Rope was Turning it. Once the Pulley will Turn No More, then Reverse Direction 1 or 2 Turns and Thread the New Rope Through the Hole in the Center of the Pulley and Out the Hole in the Blower Housing. Pull the Rope Through Until it is Tight Against the Pulley. Now Tie a Slip Knot in the Rope to Hold the Pulley in Place While the Handle is Attached to the Rope. Once the Handle is Attached, Release the Slip Knot and the Rope Should Retract Into the Housing. Reassemble the Blower Housing Onto the Engine.** The Rivets are Not Removed. You can View a Breakdown/IPL of this Engine at this Site Addy, http://www.smallenginepartswarehouse.com/parts.asp and Select the Shop Online Parts Look Up. Then Select the Model Tab. Then Select the OEM and Enter the Model and Type Numbers. Then Double Click on the Model in the Results Area. Now you can Select the Section of the Engine you Wish to View. Hope this Helps. I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Let me Know What Happens, Please. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

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John