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
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This Spring Retainer will fit the following 188 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
This item works with the following types of products:
- Trimmer Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: V494000280, 28820-07380
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Head cover wore out lost spring
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
the screw grab the gear box to the outer tube made the Hollow became largest with the vibration.
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Allen
Lost spring and retainer for speed feed trimmer head
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, No tools needed
Parts Used
Bump head replacement of spring
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Parts Used
Lost spring & retainer on line advance system
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
, NONE
Parts Used
Replaced spring & retainer
Re-assembled
missing parts
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
I lost the spring and spring cap when the the trimmer head popped open.
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, No tools required
Parts Used
Replaced the lost spring and cap
Closed the head and done
Eyelet and cap flew off after cover became dislodged from unit.
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, none needed
Parts Used
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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