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Why is my Homelite weed eater not starting?
The carburetor might be clogged. A clogged carburetor is most commonly caused by leaving fuel in the string trimmer for a long period of time. If the carburetor is clogged, try cleaning it with carburetor cleaner. If cleaning the carburetor isn’t effective, rebuild or replace the entire carburetor.
How do you start a Homelite electric weed eater?
Homelite ST20 Line Trimmer Instructions Locate the name plate on the trimmer’s shaft. Ensure the trigger switch, located on the handle, is in the “Off” position. Start the trimmer’s engine by depressing the trigger switch on the handle.
How do you start a Homelite?
Pull the choke lever, located underneath the ignition switch, all the way out. Pull the starter cord three times to get the engine revving. Push the choke lever to the “run” position, and squeeze the trigger on the rear handle with your right hand to start the chainsaw.
How do you start a flooded weed wacker?
The spark plug cap is black rubber and attaches to a black rubber coated wire. Place an adjustable wrench on the spark plug and turn it counterclockwise to loosen it. Pull the spark plug straight out of the Weed Eater. On a flooded engine, the spark plug is damp on the bottom and smells strongly of gasoline.
Why is my trimmer not working?
It is possible that your Trimmer does not turn on or move because it is dirty. There can be hair or dirt particles stuck inside it, causing the cutting unit to be blocked. To fix this problem, properly clean your Trimmer. Remove the cutting unit and clean your Trimmer from the inside as well.
What is the oil to gas ratio for Homelite weed eater?
Fuel Mixture This Homelite gas trimmer runs on a 50:1 mix of unleaded automobile gasoline and two-cycle engine oil. That is equivalent to 2.6 fluid ounces (80 ml.) of oil to one gallon of gasoline or 4 tsp.
Where is the choke on a Homelite chainsaw?
Locate the choke lever on the right side of the saw as the chainsaw bar is facing away from you.
What is a zip start carburetor?
Zip Start is incorporated into the internal mechanisms of the trimmer to provide a faster starting capability than the normal pull-start on a trimmer. The method used to start the trimmer is essentially the same as it is on a regular pull-start trimmer, however.
How long to wait if Weed Eater is flooded?
If you flood your car’s engine, you often have no recourse but to wait 10 or 20 minutes for the gas to drain from the carburetor before the engine will start, but that isn’t necessary with a string trimmer.
Why won’t my Stihl weed wacker start?
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.
What to do if trimmer isnt charging?
Check the electric socket where you have plugged in your charger to see if it is working. You can also try plugging in a different device to make sure the power outlet is working.
Why will trimmer not turn off after contact with water?
It happens when water gets into the switch when the trimmer is held vertically, with the blades up. Temporary fix it to put the red travel plug, that came with the trimmer, into the charging port. Temporary fix it to put the red travel plug, that came with the trimmer, into the charging port. That will turn it off.
Why is my nose trimmer not working?
If you have confirmed that your Philips Nose Trimmer has a full battery and it is still not working, then it may not be working because it is dirty and the cutting unit is blocked. We advise that you clean your nose trimmer after each use for optimal performance.
Why is my Weed Eater blowing white smoke?
White smoke is caused when there is too much friction in the motor. This can happen as a result of wear and tear to the motor brushes or because there is not enough lubrication. Too much friction can cause serious damage to the motor and you will need to have it replaced.
How do you adjust the idle screw on a Weed Eater?
How to Adjust the Idle on a Weed Eater Place the Weed Eater trimmer on a workbench or other flat surface. Locate the idle speed adjustment screw situated to the side and slightly behind the air filter. Turn the adjustment screw to the right, or clockwise, to increase the engine idle speed.
Which way do I wind my weed eater?
Tip. Wind string trimmer spools in the direction of the arrow on the spool. If there’s no arrow, wind in the direction opposite to the rotation of the trimmer head.
What oil mix is Homelite?
Homelite recommends using their brand of oils, specifically designed to work in any model with a 50-to-1 fuel ratio. Mix fuel at a ratio of 16-to-1, which is 8 ounces of two-cycle oil and 1 gallon of gas, and add an antioxidant fuel stabilizer, when using oil that does not contain fuel stabilizer.
What type of oil does a 2 cycle engine take?
LIQUID ENGINEERED FOR 2-STROKE MOTORCYCLES, SCOOTERS, ATVS AND LAWN EQUIPMENT. Castrol® 2T provides superior protection for 2-stroke engines. It is a mineral-based motorcycle oil designed for use in 2-stroke motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and lawn equipment. Castrol 2T is the go-to motor oil for 2-cycle engines.
What type of gas does a Homelite?
Homelite blowers are designed for unleaded automotive gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87.
