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How to Replace the Spool and Line on a Bosch Grass Trimmer

If you own a Bosch grass trimmer that uses a spool and line, it's important to make sure they are in working order. This includes replacing your spool line when it runs out, or else your trimmer will no longer cut your grass properly. Likewise, you should also regularly check your spool and replace it if it becomes damaged.

Fortunately, you can replace these parts at home by yourself. Read on to learn how to replace the spool and line on a Bosch grass trimmer and we'll get your appliance working properly again in no time! If your spool is fine and you only need to replace the line, take a look at our article which shows you how to do this.

Safety first!

Remember, you should always switch off and unplug your appliance from the mains before carrying out any work or replacements.

How to replace the spool and line on a Bosch grass trimmer

Now let's get started! To learn how to replace the spool and line on a Bosch grass trimmer, either watch the video or follow our step by step guide below.

Step 1: Remove the spool cover

To remove the spool cover, press the two tabs which connect it to the trimmer head at the same time. Then simply pull the cover away and lift it off of the spool.

Pressing The Two Tabs Which Connect The Spool Cover To The Trimmer Head At The Same Time And Pulling The Cover Away And Lifting It Off Of The Spool

Step 2: Remove the spool and line

To remove the spool and line, gently pull the spool off the spindle that it sits on. As you pull the spool away, gently feed any remaining line through the outlet holes so that the spool and line come away freely.

Pulling The Spool Off The Spindle And Gently Feeding Any Remaining Line Through The Outlet Holes

Step 3: Pull out the new line

When fitting your new spool line, you will need to pull out some of the line first. A few inches should be enough. Once pulled out, hook the line around the hooks on the rim of the spool.

Pulling Out A Few Inches Of Line And Hooking It Around The Hooks On The Rim Of The Spool

Step 4: Fit the new spool and line

To fit the new spool and line, feed the excess line through the trimmer head outlet holes from the inside out. Then push the spool onto the spindle until it clicks into place.

Feeding The Excess Line Through The Trimmer Head Outlet Holes And Pushing The Spool Onto The Spindle

Then, using a tool such as the tip of a screwdriver, push the line off the spool hooks. Otherwise, the line won't be able to feed through.

Using The Tip Of A Screwdriver And Pushing The Line Off The Spool Hooks

Step 5: Refit the spool cover

With the spool and line fitted, you can now attach the spool cover by lining up the two tabs and clicking it into place.

Attaching The Spool Cover By Lining Up The Two Tabs And Clicking It Into Place

And there you have it! How to replace the spool and line on a Bosch grass trimmer. Your appliance should now be cutting grass properly again!

However, there's more to keeping your grass trimmer working efficiently than simply replacing parts when necessary. You should also make sure you regularly clean your trimmer to keep it in top shape. Head over to our guide on how to clean your grass trimmer to learn how to safely and efficiently clean your trimmer.

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