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5. Fill fuel tank or open fuel shut-off valve.
Connect fuel hose to carburetor and
connect spark plug wire.
Figure 16
Vertical Model 280000
1. For installation, screws and nuts are
available separately from the Illustrated
Parts List and are included with complete
replacement starters.
2. Attach blower housing with screws
(Figure 8) and torque to values listed in
Section 12 - Engine Specifications.
3. Attach fuel pump assembly to blower
housing, if equipped.
4. Fill fuel tank, open shut-off valve, and
connect spark plug wire.
Figure 17
Service Starter Clutch
Some Vertical model 280000s utilized a sealed
starter clutch on the rewind starters. The starter
clutch assembly consists of a seal (A, Figure 18),
ratchet (B), clutch housing (C), retainer cover
(D), and 6 ball bearings (E).
Figure 18
Disassemble Starter Clutch
1. Using Starter Clutch Wrench #19244 and
Flywheel Strap Wrench #19433, remove
clutch from crankshaft.
2. Remove retaining screws (if used) from
clutch housing. Using a screwdriver or
wedge, pry the cover from the housing.
NOTE: Perform this procedure over a small bowl
to catch the clutch balls as the cover comes off.
Inspect Clutch Parts
1. Using Carb/Choke Cleaner #100041 or
#100042, clean the inside of the cover,
housing, and clutch balls. Clean the
ratchet by wiping with a cloth (do not use
spray).
2. Inspect cleaned surfaces for evidence of
wear or damage. Replace entire clutch
assembly if found.
3. Stand ratchet upright on work surface and
add one or two drops of clean oil to the
lubrication hole in the Welch plug (B,
Figure 18). Allow several minutes for the
oil to be absorbed by the felt disc inside
the ratchet.
Assemble Starter Clutch
1. Drop one clutch ball into each pocket in
the clutch housing.