2006-06-07 15:02:06 · 5 answers · asked by myhomieisjesus 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I broke my pull cord about 3 weeks ago and had to do it. Fortunately it was right at the end so I didn't even need a new cord. Actually, I once broke a cord halfway up and rather than replacing it simply attached the handle to what was left and never had a problem starting it.
Depends on the model, but the advice in the post above is generally right. The cord on most mowers goes thru a small hole on the top or side of the engine cover, around a narrow spool inside of it, and is kept there with a single knot on the other end (inside) of the spool thru a small hole in it. Thus remove the engine cover and when removing the spool observe how the cord is attached on the inside (if there is any left). The new one should obviously be attached the same way. It will probably be evident how the cord is attached on the inside. Winding on the new cord is a trick. You'll note that (if you didn't ruin anything) how there is tension when you turn the spool a certain direction. You want to wind the cord on in such a way so that when it is pulled it feels the tension as when you turn it with your hand. May have to hold in place with a straight screwdriver to accomplish that when winding and placing the end of the cord up thru the hole. The purpose of that is simply so that it returns to the engine cover after you pull it so you can try again. As little tension as necessary to accomplish that makes starting the engine easier. Hard to explain without illustrations for your model.
Not easy but definitely doable - and once you learn how you wont have a problem doing so again.
2006-06-09 15:09:31 · answer #1 · answered by Joseph 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
to restring your lawnmower. you will have to unbolt the top of the mower engine. there are some tabs n the underside of the cap. you have to bend the tabs to remove the holder. you have to hold the spring in place to keep it from falling out of place.some types have a rotating spring that you have to rotate until it stops and hold it there while you insert the cord. you have to feed the cord thru the hole on the top. while doing that you have to stick the sting in the hole on the holder and tie a not to hold it in place.then put the holder in place and push the tabs back and re bolt the top on.
2006-06-07 15:12:40 · answer #2 · answered by rhineheart_00 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Uhhhhh! I don't think you can restring a lawn mower!
2006-06-07 15:06:57 · answer #3 · answered by Randys Girl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
how do I shorten the pull cord on my lawn mower
2015-02-07 07:33:18 · answer #4 · answered by Mary 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, you can re-string your weed-eater, or you can change the blades on your lawn mower
I suggest you go next door and ask your neighbor for help. She should know what to do.
2006-06-07 15:06:17 · answer #5 · answered by Gabrielle 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋