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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairHomelite Chainsaw Throttle Control Replacement #518764001
Homelite Chainsaw Throttle Control Replacement #518764001
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$0.62Estimated Savings
$112.5001:51
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the throttle control (or lockout lever) on a Homelite chainsaw. The most common reason for replacing the throttle control is when the chainsaw engine doesn’t throttle up when the throttle trigger is pulled.
All of the information for this throttle control replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Homelite
Tools used: T20 Torx screwdriver, punch, rubber mallet
All of the information for this throttle control replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Homelite
Tools used: T20 Torx screwdriver, punch, rubber mallet
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the lockout lever 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-20 torx bit screwdriver to remove the mounting screw securing the trigger handle cover.
3
Use a punch and hammer to release the retaining pins to fully detach the cover.
4
If still intact, remove the old lockout lever.
5
Install the new lockout lever by positioning it on the handle cover post.
6
Reposition the spring if necessary and align it in the groove on the lever.
7
Now hook the spring on the trigger as you align the trigger on the post.
8
Hold the lockout lever down as you realign the handle cover.
9
Snap the cover into place and rethread the mounting screw to secure.
10
Turn the on-off switch to the “on” position and your chainsaw should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the throttle control (or lockout lever) on a Homelite chainsaw. The most common reason for replacing the throttle control is when the chainsaw engine doesn’t throttle up when the throttle trigger is pulled.
All of the information for this throttle control replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Homelite
Tools used: T20 Torx screwdriver, punch, rubber mallet
All of the information for this throttle control replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Homelite
Tools used: T20 Torx screwdriver, punch, rubber mallet
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the lockout lever 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-20 torx bit screwdriver to remove the mounting screw securing the trigger handle cover.
3
Use a punch and hammer to release the retaining pins to fully detach the cover.
4
If still intact, remove the old lockout lever.
5
Install the new lockout lever by positioning it on the handle cover post.
6
Reposition the spring if necessary and align it in the groove on the lever.
7
Now hook the spring on the trigger as you align the trigger on the post.
8
Hold the lockout lever down as you realign the handle cover.
9
Snap the cover into place and rethread the mounting screw to secure.
10
Turn the on-off switch to the “on” position and your chainsaw should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Throttle Control
$0.62
Total$0.00
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