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Husqvarna String Trimmer Head Dust Cap Replacement #545017403

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This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the trimmer head dust cap on a Husqvarna string trimmer. The most common reason for replacing the cap is if the trimmer head gets jammed with debris and will not turn.

All of the information in this dust cap replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Poulan, Husqvarna, Craftsman, Poulan Pro

Tools used: Channel Lock pliers

Step By Step Instructions

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Anncr: repairclinic makes fixing things easy…
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…with millions of replacement parts available on our website…
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…and the help you need to do the repair yourself.
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Since we encourage you to perform this repair safely, a warning icon will appear when you should use caution.
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To replace the trimmer head dust cap on your string trimmer…
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…use channel-lock pliers to secure the dust cap and a strap-wrench to help unthread the trimmer head by rotating it counter-clockwise.
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Be careful not to cut yourself on the cutting blade.
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Remove the old dust cap.
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Install the new trimmer head dust cap…
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…by positioning it on the drive shaft.
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Now rethread the trimmer head clockwise onto the shaft.
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Use the strap-wrench to tighten…and your string trimmer should be ready for use.
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At repairclinic – we make fixing things easy.
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Thank you for supporting the production of these videos by purchasing your parts from our website.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the trimmer head dust cap on a Husqvarna string trimmer. The most common reason for replacing the cap is if the trimmer head gets jammed with debris and will not turn.

All of the information in this dust cap replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Poulan, Husqvarna, Craftsman, Poulan Pro

Tools used: Channel Lock pliers
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Anncr: repairclinic makes fixing things easy…
2
…with millions of replacement parts available on our website…
3
…and the help you need to do the repair yourself.
4
Since we encourage you to perform this repair safely, a warning icon will appear when you should use caution.
5
To replace the trimmer head dust cap on your string trimmer…
6
…use channel-lock pliers to secure the dust cap and a strap-wrench to help unthread the trimmer head by rotating it counter-clockwise.
7
Be careful not to cut yourself on the cutting blade.
8
Remove the old dust cap.
9
Install the new trimmer head dust cap…
10
…by positioning it on the drive shaft.
11
Now rethread the trimmer head clockwise onto the shaft.
12
Use the strap-wrench to tighten…and your string trimmer should be ready for use.
13
At repairclinic – we make fixing things easy.
14
Thank you for supporting the production of these videos by purchasing your parts from our website.

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