DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the intake air guide gasket on an Echo hedge trimmer. The most common reasons for replacing the air guide gasket are when the hedge trimmer 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 intake air guide 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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To reduce the chance of injury, we recommend keeping the blade cover on for this procedure.
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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 intake gasket from the isolator if necessary.
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Unthread the screws to release the isolator.
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Next, unthread the screws securing the upper engine housing.
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Lift the housing off and you can remove the old air guide gasket.
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Install the new intake air guide gasket by aligning it on the engine.
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Reposition the isolator and secure it with the screws.
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Realign the upper engine housing and replace the screws to secure.
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The screws with the larger threads go in the bottom.
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Confirm that the mounting bolts have been inserted through the air filter base then align the carburetor on the bolts followed by the intake gasket.
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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.