Kohler CH5 / CH6 — Rope Replacement

Repair & overhaul · Retractable starter

For the Kohler CH5 / CH6, from the Kohler service manual.

Applies to: Kohler CH6

Procedure

1. Remove starter from engine blower housing.
2. Pull rope out approx. 12 inches and tie a temporary slip knot.
3. Remove rope retainer from inside starter handle. Untie single knot and remove rope retainer and handle.
4. Hold pulley firmly and untie slip knot. Allow pulley to rotate slowly as spring tension is released.
5. Remove rope from pulley.
6. Tie a single knot in one end of new rope.
7. Rotate pulley counterclockwise (viewed from pawl side) until spring is tight (approx. 5 full turns).
8. Rotate pulley clockwise until rope hole in pulley aligns with rope guide bushing.
9. Insert new rope through rope hole and guide bushing.
10. Tie a slip knot approx. 12 inches from free end. Hold pulley firmly and allow it to rotate slowly until slip knot reaches guide bushing.
11. Slip handle and rope retainer onto rope. Tie single knot at end. Install rope retainer into starter handle.
12. Untie slip knot and pull handle until rope fully extended. Slowly retract rope into starter.

Full service-parts list: Kohler CH6 →

Source: Kohler 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.

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