1971 Evinrude Fisherman 6HP outboards Service Manual, Page 60Get this manual
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cPlace guide in starter plateInsert spring hook into retainer plate slotRaise retainer plate to hold springInstall front retainer plate screw and tighten rear screwRemove spring from spring retainerInstall starter assembly to intake manifolddPlace heavy duty screwdriver or brace, with screwdriver bit in slot in top of starter spoolWind main spring counterclockwise 16-12 turnsSee Figure 7-10Rope anchor hole in spool should face port side of power headRaise pinion gear to engage flywheel and lock in position with handle of plierseInstall rope as described in Replacement of Starter Rope
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