Owner's Manual

BR 500, BR 550, BR 600
English
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In some countries the muffler is
equipped with a spark arresting screen.
N If the engine is down on power,
check the spark arresting screen in
the muffler.
N Wait for the muffler to cool down.
N Loosen the screws (1).
N Remove the scoop (2).
N Remove the spark arresting
screen (3).
N Clean the spark arresting screen. If
the screen is damaged or heavily
carbonized, fit a new one.
N Refit the spark arresting screen.
N Fit the scoop.
Replacing the Starter Rope
N Take out the screws (1).
N Remove the starter cover (2).
N Use a screwdriver or suitable pliers
to remove the spring clip (3) from
the starter post.
N Carefully remove the rope rotor with
washer (4) and pawls (5).
N Use a screwdriver to pry the rope
out of the starter grip.
N Remove the remaining rope from
the rotor and starter grip.
N Thread the new rope through the
starter grip and tie one of the special
knots shown.
N Pull the knot back into the grip.
Spark Arresting Screen in
Muffler
2
1
452BA090 KN
1
452BA091 KN
3
Replacing the Starter Rope
and Rewind Spring
The rewind spring may pop out
and uncoil during this operation –
take care to avoid the risk of
injury.
wear face protection and work
gloves.
213BA018 KN