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typically on a ss5L5 the head gasket has gone bad. Disconnect tubing and remove the 6 bolts on the head . gently tap the head and valve plate. Mark these pieces before dis assembly for assembly. If you pick up both pieces as one , turn them over you will probably see a piece of the gasket missing at the smallest point between the 2 cylinders this gasket needs to be replaced. You can purchase a head and valve plate gasket or make the one you need if handy with tools. I've done it both ways.
Changing the head on Arcitec models is very easy. It doesn't come apart like older models. For the Arcitec model you simply pull off the entire head assembly and snap on a complete new assembly. See diagram at the link below
The head assembly (the part that flips up) for your model 7775X shaver si comprised of three components; the heads, the head holder and the retainer. These are always sold seperately and you can find them available at shaveroutlet.com. See links below.
It sounds like you need a new "head holder". These often wear out over time and fall apart. You will find a replacement at shaveroutlet.com. See link below.
The entire trimmer assembly (from the gearbox forward) will slide off of the drive shaft cover. On the side of the aluminum gearbox assembly, you will find a single screw. This is the "anti-rotation screw" (do not lose this). Then remove the small (approximately 1" diameter) clamp from the end of the gear box assembly and simply pull the entire cutting assembly off of the shaft.
If you just want to remove the trimmer bump head assembly, then you will need to lock the bump head assembly to prevent rotation while you are working. If you purchased this new, then there should be a small metal rod included with your accessories. This will fit in a small hole in the base of the gear box assembly 791-182193 and prevents the trimmer head from rotating.
Then proceed to remove the following items:
791-180814B (replaces 791-180814) Bump Head Knob Assembly 791-147495 Inner Reel (hold the trimmer string) 791-610636B (replaces 791-610636) Spring 791-612026 Retainer (be careful removing this so you do not inadvertently destroy it). If you intend to reuse the trimmer head. If not, then hack, pry, stab, etc.. until you mangle it enough to remove. 791-683301 Outer Spool & Eyelet Assembly should now slide out leaving only 791-612483 Spool Shaft which I will assume that you want to keep. I replaced my entire string head assembly a couple of years ago (and subsequently misplaced it and am in fact wanting to purchase one) and replaced it with a grass-gater or similar. I hope this helps.
The "Head Assembly" IS the shredder. If that part is bad you have DEEEEP trouble. I can tell you though that the primary exchange gear is likely stripped. It is nylon and can't take much abuse. How do I know??? ... 'Cause I have one just like it!!! Let's trade. Maybe we can get one good one out of the two. In the future (as I have carefully explained too my daughter!!!) don't put more than 10 sheets in at a time!!!
By the way... the only part left after the "head assembly" is a waste basket..
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