If you have noticed that your Flymo grass trimmer isn't cutting your grass correctly, it could be that it has run out of line or that the spool itself has broken. If either of these problems occur, you will need to replace the whole spool and line. This article will provide you with a step by step guide on how to do this and get your grass trimmer working to its best once again.
Safety first!
Make sure your grass trimmer is fully disconnected from the mains before carrying out any repairs.
Repacing the spool and line on your Flymo grass trimmer step by step
So let's get started. Simply watch the video or follow the step by step guide below to learn how to replace your Flymo strimmer's spool and line. You can find a replacement spool and line on our online shop.
Step 1: Remove the spool cover
First, turn the trimmer on its back so you can access the spool cover. Then, remove the cover by pinching the two tabs on either side and gently lift it away.
Step 2: Remove the spool and line
Underneath the cover you will see the spool and line. To remove this, grab and pull the spool out and the lines will feed out of the guides on either side.
Step 3: Fit the new spool and line
To fit the new spool and line, simply put it in place of the old one. Then, unhook the lines from the spool and feed them into the guides at either side.
Step 4: Pull out enough line
Make sure that the line is pulled out enough so it's just about hitting the line stopper at the side.
Step 5: Replace the spool cover
Replace the spool cover by simply clicking it back into place.
So there you have it, how to replace the spool and line in just 5 easy steps! We hope this has helped you get your Flymo grass trimmer back up and running again.
Caring for your grass trimmer
Grass strimmers can get dirty quite quickly and this can be detrimental to the appliance's overall performance. As such, it's important to make sure you make time to regularly clean yours, especially during spring, summer and times of heavy use.
Should your trimmer develop any further faults, head over to our Trimmers & Garden Vacuums Repair Help & Advice section for more articles on fixing and caring for your appliance. You can also find all the spare parts and accessories you need for your grass trimmer right here on our website.
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