Description
Overview:
This genuine clutch spring is designed for the Hikoki/Hitachi CG33EJ brush cutter and other compatible machines. Made from high‐strength spring steel, it keeps the clutch shoes correctly tensioned so the head remains still at idle and engages smoothly under throttle. The part maintains reliable drive take‐up, reduces clutch slip, and supports consistent performance in demanding garden and site work. OEM No. 6689429 (replaces 342-04270-20), it is a direct replacement that restores correct operation without modification. Suitable for brush cutters and similar handheld machines, including the CG33EJ and TBC‐340D, it is a practical maintenance item for tradespeople, grounds teams, and DIY users who need dependable running and long service life from their equipment.
Key Features:
- Genuine Hitachi/Hikoki (also used across Tanaka/Metabo ranges where specified) OEM spare
- OEM No. 6689429; replaces 342-04270-20 for straightforward like‐for‐like fitting
- Spring‐steel construction resists fatigue, vibration, and heat for long service life
- Restores smooth clutch engagement and stable idle to prevent head creep
- Accurate fit for consistent performance across compatible engines and clutches
- Quick to install with basic tools, helping minimise downtime
- Cost‐effective preventative maintenance that protects clutch components
- Suitable for professional and domestic use in tough working conditions
Typical Applications:
Replacement of a worn, stretched, or broken clutch spring in petrol brush cutters, trimmers, pole tools, and selected chainsaws and hedge trimmers. Commonly used when the cutting head turns at idle, engagement is delayed, or drive slips under load. Ideal for landscaping, grounds maintenance, verge cutting, and general site clearance.
Also known as:
Clutch tension spring, clutch return spring, brush cutter clutch spring, clutch engagement spring, replacement clutch spring for trimmers.
Fits Models:
CG 22EJ, CG 22EJ2, CG 33EJ, CG 40EF, CG 40EJ, CG 40EYA, CG 47EJ, CG-PE, CG-PSB, CH 22EPA, CH 55EPA, CS 25EPB, CS 27EPA, CS 33EL, CS 38EK, CS 38EL, CS 40EK, CS 40EM, CS 45EK, CS 45EM, DA 300E, ECV-3800, ECV-3801, ECV-3900, ECV-4501, EXT-200, EXT-300, PF-4210, SF-PE, SF-PS, SUM500DX, TB260PFL, TBC-225S, TBC-230, TBC-230B, TBC-230D, TBC-230S, TBC-270S, TBC-290, TBC-290D, TBC-290S, TBC-340, TBC-340D, TBC-550, TBC225CS, TBC230, TBC230B, TBC230BS, TBC230D, TBC230DS, TBC230S, TBC230SF, TBC255PF, TBC255SF, TBC260PF, TBC270S, TBC290, TBC290D, TBC290S, TBC340, TBC340D, TBC340DS, TBC340PF, TBC340PFD, TBC4200DLV, TBC4200DX, TBC4200E, TBC420PF, TBC430PF, TBC430PFLV, TBC550, TBC550DX, TBC600, TC-3301, TC-4200, TC-47V, TCH22EPA, TCH22EPAP, TCS27EPA, TCS27EPAP, TEA500, TIA-350S, TIA350PFS, TIA350S, TLE-550, TLE-600, TPE260PF, TPH-230S, TPH230S, TPH230SS, TPH270SS, TPS-200H, TPS-210, TPS-270S, TPS200H, TPS210, TPS260PF, TPS270PFS, TPS270S
Alternate Part Numbers:
6689429, 342-04270-20
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | HKK6689429 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Hikoki |
| OEM No. | 6689429 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Brushcutters, Chainsaws |
| Fits Brands | Hikoki |
| Key Features | - Genuine OEM spare for Hikoki/Hitachi CG33EJ brush cutter - OEM No. 6689429; replaces 342-04270-20 - High-strength spring steel resists fatigue and heat - Restores smooth clutch engagement and stable idle - Fits multiple models including CG33EJ and TBC-340D |

