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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairHomelite Chainsaw Flywheel Replacement #309010003
Homelite Chainsaw Flywheel Replacement #309010003
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Total Parts Cost
$16.02Estimated Savings
$112.5004:48
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the flywheel on a Homelite chainsaw. The most common reason for replacing the flywheel is when the chainsaw won’t start.
All of the information for this chainsaw flywheel replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Homelite
Tools used: T20 Torx screwdriver, flat head screwdriver, spark plug wrench, cord, 13mm socket, rubber mallet, torque wrench
All of the information for this chainsaw flywheel replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Homelite
Tools used: T20 Torx screwdriver, flat head screwdriver, spark plug wrench, cord, 13mm socket, rubber mallet, torque wrench
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the flywheel 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
Now remove the screws securing the 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
Set the chainsaw on its side and unthread the caps from the gas and oil tanks.
7
You can now pull the starter off.
8
Rethread the oil and gas caps to prevent spillage.
9
Remove the wire and boot from the spark plug.
10
Use a socket or a spark plug wrench to help unthread the spark plug.
11
Confirm that the piston is in the “down” position then insert a cord into the cylinder to prevent the piston from moving.
12
Use a 13mm socket to remove the mounting nut securing the flywheel.
13
Now tap the flywheel with a mallet and use a flathead screwdriver to help pry off the old flywheel.
14
Install the new flywheel by aligning it on the engine shaft then replace the washer.
15
Thread the mounting nut on and torque the nut to manufacturer’s specifications.
16
Remove the cord from the cylinder.
17
Rethread the spark plug.
18
Be careful not to over tighten the plug.
19
Reattach the wire and boot.
20
Unthread the oil and gas tank caps.
21
Reposition the recoil starter and rethread the caps.
22
Realign the chain brake handle and secure the screw.
23
Replace the remaining screws to secure the recoil starter.
24
Realign the top cover.
25
Thread and tighten the screws to secure.
26
With the repair completed 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 flywheel on a Homelite chainsaw. The most common reason for replacing the flywheel is when the chainsaw won’t start.
All of the information for this chainsaw flywheel replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Homelite
Tools used: T20 Torx screwdriver, flat head screwdriver, spark plug wrench, cord, 13mm socket, rubber mallet, torque wrench
All of the information for this chainsaw flywheel replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Homelite
Tools used: T20 Torx screwdriver, flat head screwdriver, spark plug wrench, cord, 13mm socket, rubber mallet, torque wrench
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the flywheel 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
Now remove the screws securing the 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
Set the chainsaw on its side and unthread the caps from the gas and oil tanks.
7
You can now pull the starter off.
8
Rethread the oil and gas caps to prevent spillage.
9
Remove the wire and boot from the spark plug.
10
Use a socket or a spark plug wrench to help unthread the spark plug.
11
Confirm that the piston is in the “down” position then insert a cord into the cylinder to prevent the piston from moving.
12
Use a 13mm socket to remove the mounting nut securing the flywheel.
13
Now tap the flywheel with a mallet and use a flathead screwdriver to help pry off the old flywheel.
14
Install the new flywheel by aligning it on the engine shaft then replace the washer.
15
Thread the mounting nut on and torque the nut to manufacturer’s specifications.
16
Remove the cord from the cylinder.
17
Rethread the spark plug.
18
Be careful not to over tighten the plug.
19
Reattach the wire and boot.
20
Unthread the oil and gas tank caps.
21
Reposition the recoil starter and rethread the caps.
22
Realign the chain brake handle and secure the screw.
23
Replace the remaining screws to secure the recoil starter.
24
Realign the top cover.
25
Thread and tighten the screws to secure.
26
With the repair completed turn the on-off switch to the “on” position and your chainsaw should be ready for use.
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