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Less than 15 minutes
This is an authentic OEM sourced replacement part. The spring retainer is intended to be used with trimmers from Shindaiwa and Echo. The retainer is used to support the spool's compression spring within the cutting head assembly. This item may not require tools to install and is sold as an individual part.
Spring Retainer V494000840
OEM part for: Echo, Shindaiwa
Part Number: V494000840
$4.99
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This Spring Retainer will fit the following 169 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
Shindaiwa
Echo
Show More Compatible ModelsThis item works with the following types of products:
- Trimmer Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: V494000280, 28820-07380
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Guest -
August 3, 2020
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Easy repair
The spring retainer was in great condition and easy to install and my weed eater is working again!
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July 8, 2020
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Perfect.
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April 5, 2020
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Quick delivery and right parts
Got parts for my weed-eater that fit like original parts
Thomas -
December 3, 2019
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Fits
This part fit my string trimmer. It was inexpensive and was shipped quickly.
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September 27, 2019
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Does this fit my product?Questions & Answers for Spring Retainer
The cap on the trimmer head, that covers the trimming line is missing. What replacement part (s) do I need?
Ann
for model number ECHO PAS 225
asked on 2022-07-22
Hello Ann, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is Part Number:X472000050. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Customer Repair Instructions ?
All our customer repair instructions are solicited directly from other customers just like you who have purchased and replaced this exact part.
Head cover wore out lost spring
Russell - June 24, 2019
👍 2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Removed broken cover and snapped in new parts.
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the screw grab the gear box to the outer tube made the Hollow became largest with the vibration.
Edris - January 29, 2019
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Allen
place the new outer tube, but the screw that you bought came smaller, buy another and install the gear box and the screw I put a bit of glue to prevent the vibration is released and creates me again the hole more big
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Lost spring and retainer for speed feed trimmer head
John - October 17, 2018
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, No tools needed
Parts Used
Removed trimmer head bottom and inserted the spring and retainer
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Bump head replacement of spring
Bruce - August 1, 2017
👍 2 of 3 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Parts Used
Put springs in New bump head cover and popped it on.
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Lost spring & retainer on line advance system
Tim - October 20, 2021
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
, NONE
Parts Used
Removed string spool
Replaced spring & retainer
Re-assembled
Replaced spring & retainer
Re-assembled
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missing parts
Joseph - June 22, 2021
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
I added parts ordered to machine, pulled the starting rope, off and running or shall I say off and weed whacking!
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I lost the spring and spring cap when the the trimmer head popped open.
John - June 18, 2021
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, No tools required
Parts Used
I opened the trimmer head
Replaced the lost spring and cap
Closed the head and done
Replaced the lost spring and cap
Closed the head and done
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Eyelet and cap flew off after cover became dislodged from unit.
Fred - February 13, 2017
👍 1 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, none needed
Parts Used
1. Clean the area where eyelet goes.
2. Clear debris from trimmer head
3. Reload cord for trimmer head
4. Secure eyelet with light adhesive
5. Reassemble trimmer head and secure in place.
6. Inspect for any irregularity.
2. Clear debris from trimmer head
3. Reload cord for trimmer head
4. Secure eyelet with light adhesive
5. Reassemble trimmer head and secure in place.
6. Inspect for any irregularity.
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