RY15524 Ryobi Trimmer - Overview

This spool retainer is sourced from the equipment manufacturer for use in trimmers. It is a plastic knob, measuring 2 inches in diameter, with a threaded metal bolt in the center. The retainer has a right hand thread, and it is used to secure the spool within the trimmer head to prevent it from coming loose during operation. The retainer ...Read moreengages with the trimmer head to lock the spool in place, while it also advances the cutting line for greater cutting efficiency. If the threads on the retainer bolt wear out or the plastic body becomes damaged, the retainer will be unable to engage with the trimmer head, causing the line to tangle, the spool to come loose, and lowering the cutting performance of the trimmer. Remove the trimmer head cover and detach the retainer from the assembly. Position the new spool retainer in the assembly and thread it firmly into place.

This grass deflector acts like a shield so that grass clippings are directed away from you and the surrounding areas while you are operating your trimmer. It is often located near the bottom of your trimmer, close to the cutting head. This assembly also includes the line cutting blade, which maintains the proper length of the trimmer line...Read more. If the assembly is cracked, bent, or missing, grass clippings may fly in unintended directions. This can be dangerous if your trimmer throws debris towards you or others nearby, so it is important to replace the damaged deflector. To replace the assembly, you will need a screwdriver to remove the flat washer, wing nut and, the hex screw from the grass deflector. Please be aware that this OEM grass deflector is sold individually.

This is a Genuine OEM sourced replacement part designed for use with Ryobi String Trimmers and Brushcutters. This item is made out of Metal and it is Sold Individually. It is the Lower Shaft that the Cutting Head is attached to. • The attachment connects to the power head by means of a coupler device. • Loosen the knob on the coupler...Read more of the power head shaft and remove the end cap from the attachment. • Push in the button located on the attachment shaft. • Align the button with the guide recess on the power head coupler and slide the two shafts together. • Rotate the attachment shaft until the button locks into the positioning hole. NOTE: If the button does not release completely in the positioning hole, the shafts are not locked into place. Slightly rotate from side to side until the button is locked into place. • Tighten the knob securely.

Springs are used within outdoor power equipment to provide tension and shock absorption, depending on their application and use. This spring is designed for use within trimmers/brush cutters and is made to provide tension on the spool reel mechanism, and in some cases may be used to advance the line whenever portions of it are cut off. Th...Read moreis spring measures approximately 1.3-inches in length when extended and comes as an individual part. If you notice the line/spool in your trimmer is not advancing or is coming too quickly, the spring may be damaged and need replacing. Since this spring is a high-use part, it is not uncommon for it to lose tension over time and need to be replaced. To replace the spring, you will need to unscrew the covering cap, remove the spool feeding reel, remove the old spring and install the new spring with the rest of the assembly. Make sure to feed the line back into the appropriate feeding holes prior to operation of the trimmer.

Genuine OEM replacement part, this item is sold individually. This is the part of the trimmers listed below that the cutting line is installed in. This spool uses .095 diameter cutting line. If you would like to obtain the complete cutting head assembly with the line already installed, order part number 309562002

Genuine OEM replacement part used on some models of Gas String Trimmers. This part is made out of Plastic with included Metal Eyelet. This part holds and secures the Spool. Please note: Spool, Spring and the Spool Retainer are all Sold Separately.

Genuine Ryobi replacement part, this assembly is sold individually. This is the part of the trimmers shown below that contains the cutting line,string head housing,spring and spool with the cutting line already installed in the spool. It is secured to the trimmer by using the 308042003 Spool Retainer (Red-LH Thread) which is threaded into the shaft. This is a dual line cutting head.

This item is a genuine OEM sourced replacement part that is intended to be used with strimmers from Ryobi and Homelite. The metal fasteners are used to secure the cutting head guard to the lower portion of the lower boom assembly. This item may require a hex socket wrench to install.