DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the carburetor intake gasket on an Echo hedge trimmer. The most common reasons for replacing the intake gasket are when the leaf blower won't start or runs poorly.
All of the information in this gasket replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: T-27 Torx bit
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the carburetor intake gasket on your hedge trimmer make sure the engine has cooled.
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Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
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Unthread the knob to detach the air filter housing.
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Use a t-27 torx bit to unthread the carburetor mounting bolts.
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Set the air filter base aside and remove the old intake gasket if still intact.
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Before you install the new intake gasket confirm that the mounting bolts have been inserted through the air filter base and the carburetor has been aligned on the bolts.
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Now slide the new gasket onto the bolts then thread the bolts into the isolator and tighten.
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Reposition the air filter housing and thread the knob to secure.
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With the repair completed reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug and your hedge trimmer should be ready for use.