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How to Change the Starter Rope on a Craftsman Blower

The starter rope on a Craftsman snow blower is the rope with a handle that hangs out of the top of the engine cover and is used to start the blower motor. If you can't start you motor or if the starter rope is loose, then you may need to manually remove the starter rope part to see if it needs to be replaced. You can purchase a replacement starter rope from an online retailer or order one from the manufacturer.

Things You'll Need

  • Phillips screwdriver
  • Impact wrench
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Instructions

    • 1

      Remove all of the screws from the engine cover located at bottom of the Craftsman blower engine using a Phillips screwdriver.

    • 2

      Lift up and remove the cover from the blower. Remove the bolt from the middle of the propeller using an impact wrench.

    • 3

      Lift up and remove the propeller. Remove the bolt holding the starter rope in place from the bottom of the engine.

    • 4

      Pull out the starter rope from the starter assembly. Insert the new starter rope part into the assembly, making sure to wind it tightly around the pulley.

    • 5

      Place the propeller back over the starter assembly and motor, then tighten the bolt back onto the top of the propeller.

    • 6

      Place the engine cover back onto the blower, then reinsert all of the screws into the cover.