What do you do when your weed eater won’t start?

Free. You can try cleaning the carburetor with carburetor cleaner to eliminate the clog. If cleaning

Why is my Stihl Weed Eater not starting?

If you’ve used the correct procedure to start your Stihl trimmer and it does not start, the problem is likely related to either the spark, the fuel or the air circulation in the combustion chamber. More often than not, it’s an easy fix, possibly involving replacement of a spark plug or air filter.

Why is my battery powered Weed Eater not working?

If you have a battery powered or electric Weed Eater trimmer that won’t start, turn the power switch to the “off” position and check the bottom of the trimmer. If grass or debris has clogged around the trimmer’s cutting line, the trimmer may not start.

How do I start a flooded Weed Eater?

Wipe any debris, oil and excess fuel off the spark plug with a shop towel. Insert the spark plug and turn it clockwise until tight with an adjustable wrench. Replace the spark plug wire on the top of the spark plug. Hold in the throttle trigger and pull the starter cord to start the Weed Eater.

What causes a Weed Eater not to stay running?

Air Circulation

The engine draws air into the combustion chamber through the intake port, and if the air filter is dirty, combustion is partial and the trimmer will sputter and die. … When the spark arrestor is clogged, the engine can’t get rid of its exhaust gases, and it won’t keep running.

How do you fix a Stihl trimmer that won’t start?

Much. This engine has great compression as it fought hard on each and every stroke. So I’m sure that

How do you clean a spark arrestor on a Stihl weedeater?

This. Alright guys so there’s our exhaust screen we’ve got it in our vise. And here’s our trusty

Why has my electric strimmer stopped working?

The most common problem with a string trimmer is that the unit runs out of string. The string may also be twisted or loose on the spool. … The trimmer may need lubrication and cooling fins or air passages may be blocked. A cordless trimmer’s battery or charger may be faulty.

How long to wait if engine is flooded?

Perhaps the best remedy for a flooded engine is time. Simply open the hood of your car and let excessive fuel evaporate for as long as you can. After about 20 minutes try starting your car again without hitting the gas pedal.


How do you fix a flooded 2 cycle engine?

So that the engine will get a lot more air to it. Now whether it’s our snow blower that’s flooded it