Introduction
Some hard use and an accidental drop caused the handle on this leaf blower to become cracked right at the base. It can be easily fixed.
Tools
Parts
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This style of handle can become cracked at the base. In this case it was broken almost completely through and very weak, but it can be replaced. This
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The replacement handle is listed as "HOMELITE RYOBI 311220001 Genuine Handle Assembly" and can be found at a couple of online parts sources. Currently (8/2021) available at Amazon, eReplacement parts & Parts Warehouse.
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This view shows you the 3 alignment tabs. (see arrows on blue tape in picture) The handle slides onto these tabs. There will be no other clips or tabs.
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Wire routing is also simple. Wires are pushed into grooves in the handle. Remove wire harness and switch with a gentle tug. Reassemble in reverse order. You will notice that the screw positions have a male/female fit helping with alignment.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Reinstall wire harness into handle.
Slide handle onto the 3 base tabs.
Reinstall 10 Torx screws.
