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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairHomelite Chainsaw Recoil Starter Replacement #310502009
Homelite Chainsaw Recoil Starter Replacement #310502009
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Total Parts Cost
$26.40Estimated Savings
$112.5003:07
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the recoil starter on Homelite chainsaws. The most common reason for replacing the starter is when the chainsaw won’t start.
All of the information in this starter replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Homelite
Tools used: multi-screwdriver, T25 Torx screwdriver, flat-head bit
All of the information in this starter replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Homelite
Tools used: multi-screwdriver, T25 Torx screwdriver, flat-head bit
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the recoil starter on your chainsaw first make sure the engine has cooled and that the on-off switch is in the “off” position.
2
Now use a t-25 torx bit screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the top cover.
3
Pull the cover off – this may require some effort.
4
Set the chainsaw on its side and remove the screws securing the old recoil starter.
5
You will need to remove the screw securing the left side of the chain brake handle as well and move the handle out of the way.
6
Unthread the caps from the gas and oil tanks.
7
You can now pull the old starter free.
8
Install the new recoil starter by aligning it on the engine.
9
Rethread the gas and oil tank caps.
10
Realign the chain brake handle and secure the screw.
11
Replace the remaining screws to secure the new starter.
12
Realign the top cover.
13
Rethread the screws to secure.
14
Turn the on-off switch to the “on” position and your chainsaw should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the recoil starter on Homelite chainsaws. The most common reason for replacing the starter is when the chainsaw won’t start.
All of the information in this starter replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Homelite
Tools used: multi-screwdriver, T25 Torx screwdriver, flat-head bit
All of the information in this starter replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Homelite
Tools used: multi-screwdriver, T25 Torx screwdriver, flat-head bit
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the recoil starter on your chainsaw first make sure the engine has cooled and that the on-off switch is in the “off” position.
2
Now use a t-25 torx bit screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the top cover.
3
Pull the cover off – this may require some effort.
4
Set the chainsaw on its side and remove the screws securing the old recoil starter.
5
You will need to remove the screw securing the left side of the chain brake handle as well and move the handle out of the way.
6
Unthread the caps from the gas and oil tanks.
7
You can now pull the old starter free.
8
Install the new recoil starter by aligning it on the engine.
9
Rethread the gas and oil tank caps.
10
Realign the chain brake handle and secure the screw.
11
Replace the remaining screws to secure the new starter.
12
Realign the top cover.
13
Rethread the screws to secure.
14
Turn the on-off switch to the “on” position and your chainsaw should be ready for use.
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