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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairEcho Leaf Blower Won't Start? Recoil Starter #A051000960
Echo Leaf Blower Won't Start? Recoil Starter #A051000960
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$67.32Estimated Savings
$112.5001:46
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the recoil starter on Echo leaf blowers. The most common reason for replacing the recoil starter is when the leaf blower won’t start.
All of the information in this recoil starter replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: T25 Torx bit screwdriver
All of the information in this recoil starter replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: T25 Torx bit screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the recoil starter on your leaf blower make sure the engine has cooled and the on-off switch is in the “off” position.
2
Use a t-25 torx bit screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the fuel tank support plate.
3
Pull the plate off then remove the top screws securing the recoil starter.
4
Pull the old starter free.
5
Install the new recoil starter by aligning it on the engine housing.
6
Rethread and tighten the screws at the top.
7
Realign the support plate and secure it with the screws.
8
With the repair completed turn the on-off switch to the “on” position and your leaf blower should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the recoil starter on Echo leaf blowers. The most common reason for replacing the recoil starter is when the leaf blower won’t start.
All of the information in this recoil starter replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: T25 Torx bit screwdriver
All of the information in this recoil starter replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: T25 Torx bit screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the recoil starter on your leaf blower make sure the engine has cooled and the on-off switch is in the “off” position.
2
Use a t-25 torx bit screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the fuel tank support plate.
3
Pull the plate off then remove the top screws securing the recoil starter.
4
Pull the old starter free.
5
Install the new recoil starter by aligning it on the engine housing.
6
Rethread and tighten the screws at the top.
7
Realign the support plate and secure it with the screws.
8
With the repair completed turn the on-off switch to the “on” position and your leaf blower should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Starter Assembly
$67.32
Total$0.00
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