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Removing a stuck Sterwins trimmer head

Introduction

Oops... I forgot to put the "loosening" washer on my Sterwins trimmer!

How do I do it?

What you need

  1. Removing a stuck Sterwins trimmer head, Work safely!: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Place the lower part of your unit on a flat surface for safe working.

    • Wear gloves!

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  2. Removing a stuck Sterwins trimmer head, Removing the axle from the cutting head.: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two Torx T30 screws.

    • Note the screw locations.

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  4. Removing a stuck Sterwins trimmer head, Removing the lower tube: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • You can now disconnect the lower tube from the cutting head.

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    • Clamp the axle in a vise.

    • Rotate the head so that the head and cutting assembly can be disassembled.

    • Careful, it's an inverted step! "But, Corentin, why is it an inverted step?" It's to prevent untimely and dangerous loosening!

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  6. Removing a stuck Sterwins trimmer head, Reposition the loosening washer: step 5, image 1 of 2 Removing a stuck Sterwins trimmer head, Reposition the loosening washer: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Now that you've saved your device, don't forget to put the washer back on!

    • Tighten the two Torx T30 screws to secure the bottom section and the tube.

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Conclusion

Finally, add the "loosening" washer to avoid anything getting stuck again.

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Corentin Kezadri

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