Cummins/Onan P1700i — Recoil starter disassembly
Maintenance
For the Cummins/Onan P1700i, from the Cummins/Onan service manual.
Applies to: Cummins/Onan P1700i, Cummins/Onan EH09-2D engine
Before you start
- Wear protective goggles before starting disassembly.
- The pull of the spring is maximized while the rope is fully pulled out; do not release it suddenly.
- Place the reel on a flat table without dropping or shaking.
Procedure
- Hold the starter handle and pull the starter rope out.
- Pull out all of the rope, and align the rope guide and the knot of the rope inside the reel.
- Hold the reel with both thumbs so fingers do not become entangled.
- Pull the knot of the rope out from the reel and loosen it.
- Slowly rewind the rope until the reel stops while controlling the reel with both thumbs.
- Hold the case and remove retaining-ring C with the ring pliers.
- Beginning at the top, remove the retaining-ring, friction plate and ratchet.
- Move the reel left and right at 1/4 turns until it moves smoothly.
- Slowly lift the reel, removing it from the case.
Tools required
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Source: Cummins/Onan service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.