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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairEcho Hedge Trimmer Clutch Assembly Replacement #A056000740
Echo Hedge Trimmer Clutch Assembly Replacement #A056000740
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$33.00Estimated Savings
$112.5003:18
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the clutch assembly on an Echo hedge trimmer. The most common reasons for replacing the clutch are if the blades won't operate, won't stop moving, or run noisily.
All of the information in this clutch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: T-27 Torx bit, spark plug wrench, half-inch socket driver
All of the information in this clutch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: T-27 Torx bit, spark plug wrench, half-inch socket driver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the clutch assembly in your hedge trimmer make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
To reduce the chance of injury, we recommend keeping the blade cover on for this procedure.
4
We also recommend emptying the fuel tank.
5
Set the trimmer upside down and use a t-27 torx bit to unthread the screws securing the gear case to the engine block.
6
Use a 3/4 inch socket or a spark plug wrench to loosen the spark plug then unthread it.
7
Confirm that the piston is in the “down” position then insert a cord into the cylinder to prevent the piston from moving. You can use a half-inch socket drive to help unthread the old clutch assembly.
8
Install the new clutch assembly by threading it onto the crankshaft then tighten.
9
Remove the cord from the cylinder and rethread the spark plug.
10
Realign the gear case and the engine block and secure it with the screws.
11
Be sure to secure the grounding wire under the appropriate screw.
12
With the repair completed reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug refill the fuel tank and your hedge trimmer should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the clutch assembly on an Echo hedge trimmer. The most common reasons for replacing the clutch are if the blades won't operate, won't stop moving, or run noisily.
All of the information in this clutch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: T-27 Torx bit, spark plug wrench, half-inch socket driver
All of the information in this clutch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: T-27 Torx bit, spark plug wrench, half-inch socket driver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the clutch assembly in your hedge trimmer make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
To reduce the chance of injury, we recommend keeping the blade cover on for this procedure.
4
We also recommend emptying the fuel tank.
5
Set the trimmer upside down and use a t-27 torx bit to unthread the screws securing the gear case to the engine block.
6
Use a 3/4 inch socket or a spark plug wrench to loosen the spark plug then unthread it.
7
Confirm that the piston is in the “down” position then insert a cord into the cylinder to prevent the piston from moving. You can use a half-inch socket drive to help unthread the old clutch assembly.
8
Install the new clutch assembly by threading it onto the crankshaft then tighten.
9
Remove the cord from the cylinder and rethread the spark plug.
10
Realign the gear case and the engine block and secure it with the screws.
11
Be sure to secure the grounding wire under the appropriate screw.
12
With the repair completed reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug refill the fuel tank and your hedge trimmer should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Clutch
$33.00
Total$0.00
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