Hi everyone!
I have a Homelite HLT25CS whipper snipper that I bought second hand - I’m determined to learn regular maintenance on it.
i’m having Trouble replacing the cord though - I cannot pull the bump head apart and it’s not the same as the manual’s model. Does anyone have any tips for me? I cannot unscrew the red knob on the end...
Hi @abagshaw,
Thanks for sharing a photo. It should help members to see what you are working with. Hopefully they can provide some suggestions for you. We have lots of industrious types around here!
Let me extend a very warm welcome to the community. We look forward to reading more about your projects and plans for around the house and garden.
Jason
Hi and welcome,
Homelite is pretty much cheaper version of Ryobi 🙂
the red knob, you remove by turning it clockwise I believe, my bump knob was worn down, so I used a wrench to get better grip.
you can also buy the knobs for about $10 at bunnings.
Look at page 17, explains how to remove the red bump knob.
https://manualsau.ttigroupna.com/system/files/481/original/RLT1833BL4_OLT1833BL_UM_ANZ_v2_d2.pdf?2017
Found a link that will help:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwqJmXsn4Dc
your very welcome 🙂
I also can provide a link that might help you get newew head which is much better to use, if you wanted to change entire head.
Best bump knob I have seen at bunnings:
https://www.bunnings.com.au/oregon-gator-speedload-trimmer-head_p0073843
Standard one:
https://www.bunnings.com.au/homelite-2-0mm-bump-feed-line-trimmer-head_p3380959
Thank you so much!
i know it’s just a cheap second hand thing that most throw away but it’s turning out to be a wonderful learning ground.
I really appreciate the support!
