You can't remove it unless you want to basically cut it off. The spool is refilled while on the unit. It's a very poor design if you haven't figured this out yet. You can try & find a manual on their site, but if you enter the correct model (TB575EC) AND serial number, it doesn't exist*. Your owner's manual, which has the method for refilling the spool, is the only means to do so. You're basically putting 10 feet of line (5 feet each side) in through the openings on the spool, then holding the base and turning the top part of the spool the only way it will go to refill it.
Try this...Looking between the gear box assembly (metal housing) and the top of the trimmer head, locate a u-shaped slot found on either side of the gear box assembly. If you rotate the trimmer head slowly while looking into that slot you will see a mating u-shaped cutout. Place a screwdriver, Allen wrench or anything that will prevent the internal mechanics from rotating. Now turn the trimmer head counterclockwise and it will unscrew from the gear box shaft.
To remove the head of a Ryobi Expand-It weed eater, you typically need to unscrew the bump knob or cap on the head of the trimmer. Once the knob is removed, you can access the spool and remove it from the head. This allows you to detach the head from the weed eater for maintenance or replacement.
To open the weed eater head to replace the trimmer line, first, locate the tabs on the side of the head. Press and hold these tabs while twisting the head counterclockwise to unlock it. Once unlocked, carefully remove the head to access the spool and replace the trimmer line.
You can find a replacement head for your Kobalt weed eater by checking the manufacturer's website, visiting a hardware store, or contacting customer service for assistance.
To attach an auger to a weed eater for small holes, first ensure the weed eater has a compatible attachment system, typically using a quick-release button or a screw mechanism. Remove the cutting head of the weed eater and then insert the auger attachment securely into the drive shaft. Tighten any fasteners to ensure it’s firmly in place. Finally, follow the manufacturer's guidelines for operating the auger safely.
To remove the spool from a Troy-Bilt weed eater, first, ensure the machine is turned off and unplugged (if applicable). Press the tabs on opposite sides of the spool to release it from the head. Once the tabs are pressed, gently pull the spool out of the trimmer head. If necessary, consult the user manual for specific instructions related to your model.
To restring a Ryobi Expand-It weed eater, first remove the spool from the trimmer head. Cut a length of new trimmer line, thread it through the eyelet holes on the spool, and wind it evenly in the direction indicated on the spool. Reattach the spool to the trimmer head and trim any excess line.
Changing the oil is as simple as looking for the oil gauge on the weed eater. Once one finds the gauge within the weed eater, then remove the cap and remove the oil.
To restring a Ryobi Expand-It weed eater, first remove the spool from the trimmer head. Cut a length of new trimmer line, usually around 10 feet. Insert the line into the spool following the arrows for the correct winding direction. Secure the line in the notches on the spool and reassemble the spool onto the trimmer head.
You can get rid of an old weed eater at a recycling center. If you take the weed eater apart, you can get money for the metal.
To change the string head on a Kawasaki weed eater, first ensure the engine is off and the spark plug is disconnected for safety. Remove the old string head by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it off the shaft. Install the new head by aligning it with the shaft and turning it clockwise to secure. Finally, load the new string according to the manufacturer’s instructions, ensuring proper length and winding.
Mister Weed-Eater was created in 1993.
To remove the gas tank from a Craftsman weed eater, first ensure the engine is cool and the fuel is emptied. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws securing the gas tank to the body of the weed eater. Carefully disconnect any fuel lines attached to the tank, taking note of their positions for reassembly. Once disconnected, you can lift the gas tank away from the unit.