What causes a weed eater not to stay running?

When your weed trimmer will not stay running, run through the basic troubleshooting steps to get it working again. The machine may have run out of gas, which is easy to fix, but the problem may also be a maladjusted carburetor, which is also fairly easy to fix. It’s also a good idea to clean or replace the air filter.

Why does my weed eater dies when I let off the throttle?

Why does my weed eater die when giving it gas? The most common causes of a weed eater dying when throttled are fuel issues, insufficient air intake, or problems with the exhaust. You should follow the path that the fuel travels to identify the issue.

Will a weed eater run without air filter?

Related Articles. The two-cycle engine that runs your string trimmer needs three things to operate smoothly: clean fuel, air circulation and a spark. The engine won’t start if any of these elements are missing, but it may run for a short time if only the air or fuel flow is restricted.

What octane gas should I use in my weed eater?

Use high octane fuel Always try to feed your weed eater gasoline that has a higher octane level than 89.

Do weed eaters have fuel filters?

Find the rubber fuel line that runs into the gas tank and remove it with a tool, like needle-nose pliers. The fuel filter is located at the end of the fuel line. Remove it from the weed eater. Note that some weed eaters have two fuel lines.

How do you clean a weed eater gas cap?

The fuel cap (a.k.a. gas cap) on lawn mowers, chainsaws and other gasoline-powered outdoor power equipment is a magnet for dust, dirt, grass and other debris. Many people use a dry rag to remove the “crud” but I’ve found that the most efficient way is to use a paint brush.

Do 4-cycle weed eaters need oil?

Four-cycle trimmers don’t require you to mix the gas and oil. Simply fill the fuel tank with gas, and fill the oil tank with four-cycle oil. Because four-cycle engines use four strokes during combustion, they tend to run more efficiently and quietly.