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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairEcho Hedge Trimmer Fuel Line Connector Replacement #V186000520
Echo Hedge Trimmer Fuel Line Connector Replacement #V186000520
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$0.78Estimated Savings
$112.5003:17
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the fuel line connector on an Echo hedge trimmer. The most common reasons for replacing the connector is if it is broken or the fuel line is leaking.
All of the information in this connector replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: flat head screwdriver
All of the information in this connector replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: flat head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the fuel line connecter on 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
We also recommend emptying the fuel tank.
4
Unthread the knob to detach the air filter housing.
5
Next, unthread the fuel tank cap and remove the retainer.
6
Note the orientation of the primer return and intake hoses then disconnect them from the carburetor.
7
Use a flat-head screwdriver to push the grommet into the tank then use a wire with a hook to remove the fuel system assembly from the fill spout.
8
Pull the fuel intake line away from the grommet.
9
Release the retaining spring and pull the two sections of the fuel line apart.
10
You can now remove the old fuel line connecter.
11
Install the new fuel line connecter by inserting the long end into the fuel line secured in the grommet.
12
Join the two sections of the fuel line together and secure the retaining spring.
13
Now push the line back through the grommet so the connecter sits inside the grommet.
14
Apply a small amount of oil to the grommet then insert the fuel filter into the tank and push the grommet into place.
15
Connect the intake and primer return hoses to the appropriate ports on the carburetor.
16
Insert the retainer into the tank and thread on the cap.
17
Reposition the air filter housing and thread the knob to secure.
18
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 fuel line connector on an Echo hedge trimmer. The most common reasons for replacing the connector is if it is broken or the fuel line is leaking.
All of the information in this connector replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: flat head screwdriver
All of the information in this connector replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Echo
Tools used: flat head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the fuel line connecter on 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
We also recommend emptying the fuel tank.
4
Unthread the knob to detach the air filter housing.
5
Next, unthread the fuel tank cap and remove the retainer.
6
Note the orientation of the primer return and intake hoses then disconnect them from the carburetor.
7
Use a flat-head screwdriver to push the grommet into the tank then use a wire with a hook to remove the fuel system assembly from the fill spout.
8
Pull the fuel intake line away from the grommet.
9
Release the retaining spring and pull the two sections of the fuel line apart.
10
You can now remove the old fuel line connecter.
11
Install the new fuel line connecter by inserting the long end into the fuel line secured in the grommet.
12
Join the two sections of the fuel line together and secure the retaining spring.
13
Now push the line back through the grommet so the connecter sits inside the grommet.
14
Apply a small amount of oil to the grommet then insert the fuel filter into the tank and push the grommet into place.
15
Connect the intake and primer return hoses to the appropriate ports on the carburetor.
16
Insert the retainer into the tank and thread on the cap.
17
Reposition the air filter housing and thread the knob to secure.
18
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
Connector
$0.78
Total$0.00
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