Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Pull cord replacement, vise grip pliers, rope thread

Question
I have a Yard Man Model Series 430  and I would like to know how to get the pull cord spocket apart to put in the new pull cord.  

Thank you.

Sharon

Answer
Hi Sharon,

You will need to remove the entire cooling shroud. There should be 4 bolts on the sides. You might need to remove the fuel tank also.
Pre-wind the recoil reel by hand [about 6 turns, to set the spring tension] and clamp it with Vise-Grip pliers. Remove the old rope. Thread the new rope through the shroud housing eyelet and to the reel hub. Let
the reel re-wind itself until it is full. If there is not enough spring tension you can wind it a couple of turns more by slipping the rope around between the reel and shroud. Re-clamp the reel. Cut the rope to length and
thread it though the handle. At all knots, burn and melt the rope with a lighter to prevent untying. Re-assemble.

Let me know how you make out.
Michael