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RYOBI 404Y Leaf Blower Handle Replacement

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  1. RYOBI 404Y Leaf Blower Handle Replacement, Handle: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Pretty easy fix, can be done in 10-15 minutes.

  2. RYOBI 404Y Leaf Blower Handle Replacement: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • 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

  3. RYOBI 404Y Leaf Blower Handle Replacement: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • 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.

  4. RYOBI 404Y Leaf Blower Handle Replacement: crwdns2935265:04crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Handle housing is a simple clamshell design.

  5. RYOBI 404Y Leaf Blower Handle Replacement: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • I was able to open this without the use of prying tools.

  6. RYOBI 404Y Leaf Blower Handle Replacement: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • 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.

  7. RYOBI 404Y Leaf Blower Handle Replacement: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • 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.

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