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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairEcho Hedge Trimmer Grommet Replacement #13211546730
Echo Hedge Trimmer Grommet Replacement #13211546730
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$2.93Estimated Savings
$112.5003:18
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the grommet on an Echo hedge trimmer. The most common reason for replacing the grommet is when it making the tank leak fuel.
All of the information in this grommet replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: flat head screwdriver
All of the information in this grommet replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: flat head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the fuel system grommet on your hedge trimmer…
2
…make sure the engine has cooled.
3
Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
4
We also recommend emptying the fuel tank.
5
Unthread the knob to detach the air filter housing.
6
Next, unthread the fuel tank cap and remove the retainer.
7
Note the orientation of the primer return and intake hoses…then disconnect them from the carburetor.
8
Use a flat-head screwdriver to push the grommet into the tank…
9
…then use a wire with a hook to remove the fuel system assembly from the fill spout.
10
Remove the fuel filter line from the grommet.
11
Remove the vent tube and the primer return hose as well.
12
Prepare the new grommet for installation…
13
…by inserting the primer return hose and vent tube.
14
Now insert the fuel line into the grommet and push the line in so the plastic connecter in the line sits inside the grommet.
15
Apply a small amount of oil to the grommet…
16
…then insert the fuel filter into the tank and push the grommet into place.
17
Connect the intake and primer return hoses to the appropriate ports on the carburetor.
18
Insert the retainer into the tank and thread on the cap.
19
Reposition the air filter housing and thread the knob to secure.
20
Reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug…refill the fuel tank…
21
…and your hedge trimmer should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the grommet on an Echo hedge trimmer. The most common reason for replacing the grommet is when it making the tank leak fuel.
All of the information in this grommet replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: flat head screwdriver
All of the information in this grommet replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: flat head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the fuel system grommet on your hedge trimmer…
2
…make sure the engine has cooled.
3
Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
4
We also recommend emptying the fuel tank.
5
Unthread the knob to detach the air filter housing.
6
Next, unthread the fuel tank cap and remove the retainer.
7
Note the orientation of the primer return and intake hoses…then disconnect them from the carburetor.
8
Use a flat-head screwdriver to push the grommet into the tank…
9
…then use a wire with a hook to remove the fuel system assembly from the fill spout.
10
Remove the fuel filter line from the grommet.
11
Remove the vent tube and the primer return hose as well.
12
Prepare the new grommet for installation…
13
…by inserting the primer return hose and vent tube.
14
Now insert the fuel line into the grommet and push the line in so the plastic connecter in the line sits inside the grommet.
15
Apply a small amount of oil to the grommet…
16
…then insert the fuel filter into the tank and push the grommet into place.
17
Connect the intake and primer return hoses to the appropriate ports on the carburetor.
18
Insert the retainer into the tank and thread on the cap.
19
Reposition the air filter housing and thread the knob to secure.
20
Reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug…refill the fuel tank…
21
…and your hedge trimmer should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Grommet
$2.93
Total$0.00
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