Unwinding

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If after fully winding the starter it is necessary to unwind and de-energize it, simply unwind the crank handle in an anti-clockwise direction. It may be necessary, at first, to exert extra force to disengage the clutch. Continue unwinding until green springs are visible through the inspection windows. At this point the starter pinion will also retract to its rest position.

Slow Engine Cranking

The Startwell Starter can be used to slowly crank an engine, for the adjustment of tappets, pump timing or equipment coupled to your engine. With the red trip lever in the upright position turn the winding handle clockwise for two turns. This will engage the pinion with the ring gear. Now trip the lever through 90°. The black reset knob will pull in and lock the red trip lever in this position. The engine can now be turned slowly with the winding handle, and any adjustments, to the engine, may be made. Once slow cranking is completed you should pull the black reset knob and either fully wind to start the engine (see Operation) or unwind to disengage the pinion (see Unwinding).

Dual Starting Engines

Where the engine has the facility to be operated using two starters (for example an air starter and the Startwell starter), the Startwell starter must have its pinion disengaged from the engine flywheel when the alternative starter is being used. The pinion is disengaged by turning the winding handle in an anticlockwise direction, until no further unwinding is possible. (This also applies to vehicles fitted with a Startwell starter that are being 'bump' started e.g. forklifts, tractors)

Cold Starting

When starting at ambient temperatures below 0°C, it will be necessary to use some form of starting aid. Starting can be achieved through various forms of ether-assisted aids which are available in aerosol cans or as auto start kits. To cold start proceed with normal starting operation. Prior to tripping, spray the ether into the air intake, or if your engine is fitted with an auto start kit inject the ether inside the inlet manifold. If the engine fails to start, repeat the whole operation immediately. The engine should now start.

The Startwell Starter , Getting Started , Your Starter Type , Installation , Operation , Unwinding , Slow Engine Cranking , Dual Starting Engines , Cold Starting , Trouble Shooting , Position Code Procedure ,Starter Sizes, Starter ,Specification, Parts List