# How to Change a Weed Eater's Head
Weed Eater is a name synonymous with electric and gasoline hand-held weed trimmers. During use, a powerful motor spins a length of plastic line to slice through thick weeds, grasses and other plants in overgrown areas of the garden that the lawnmower can't reach. As you use the Weed Eater the line becomes damaged and needs trimming. Replacing the trimmer head allows you to install a new spool of line when the existing one runs out.
Things You'll Need
- Adjustable wrench
Instructions
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Turn off the mower and disconnect the power cord, if your Weed Eater is electric. Allow 15 minutes for the engine to cool down.
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Turn the Weed Eater on end so the trimmer head is facing upward. Place the adjustable wrench tightly around the dust cup bolt above the head.
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Turn the head counterclockwise by hand to remove it from the Weed Eater. Set the old head to one side.
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Place the replacement trimmer head over the shaft and turn clockwise. Stop when the trimmer head is hand tight -- do not tighten the head with a tool. The replacement head has now been successfully installed.
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