Echo String Trimmer Head Replacement #X480000021

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Description

This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the trimmer head on an Echo string trimmer. The most common reasons for replacing the trimmer head are when the string trimmer head won’t spin or the trimmer line won’t feed.

All of the information for this trimmer head replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Echo

Tools needed: small screwdriver, ratchet and socket

Step By Step Instructions

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Before you replace the trimmer head on your string trimmer first remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.

Now keeping your hands clear of the line cutter, insert a small screwdriver into the hole in the hub to prevent the trimmer head from turning then use a 9/16th inch socket to unthread the nut securing the head.

Remove the first washer and the old trimmer head.

Install the new trimmer head by aligning the head on the shaft then replace the washer and thread the nut on to secure.

Attach the wire and boot to the spark plug and your string trimmer should be ready for use.

Description

Step-By-Step Instructions

Before you replace the trimmer head on your string trimmer first remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.

Remove the first washer and the old trimmer head.

Install the new trimmer head by aligning the head on the shaft then replace the washer and thread the nut on to secure.

Attach the wire and boot to the spark plug and your string trimmer should be ready for use.