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Petrol-powered Trimmer support
The starter cord is loose
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Make sure the starter assembly engages with the pawl
It is possible that the starter pulley is not connected to the pawl and the crankshaft. Therefore the engine doesn't turn over when you pull the starter cord. Make sure the pulley and the pawl are engaging.
1
Detach the starter
Remove the bolts and lift off the starter and separate the starter from the trimmer.
2
Check pulley and pawl
Make sure the recoil pulley and the pawl are engaging with each other, that they are not broken, and make sure the recoil pulley has enough spring tension when you pull the starter cord.
3
Fit the starter checking the coupling
Hold the starter in place and pull lightly the cord to make sure the starter engages in the pawl. Tighten the screws and check that the starter works.
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