Why does my trimmer keeps stalling?

A clogged carburetor is most commonly caused by leaving fuel in the string trimmer for a long period of time. Over time, some of the ingredients in the fuel may evaporate, leaving behind a thicker, stickier substance. This sticky fuel can clog up the carburetor and cause the engine to stall.

Why won’t my Weedeater keep running?

Remember: If your weed trimmer starts but won’t keep running that’s usually a sign of either a poor fuel/air mix or an easy-to-replace filter having gotten clogged, all of which are easy fixes to perform at home.

Why does my trimmer bog down?

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.

Why does my strimmer cuts out when revved?

Check for corrosion, breakage, deposits or melted parts. If you notice any of these negative symptoms, it’s time to replace the plug. A filter maintains a clean airflow inside the engine and stops small particles to enter and damage its internal parts. So, an air filter might clog over time.

Why does my strimmer keep stopping?

If your trimmer engine idles, but stalls on throttle, check the following parts: the gasket, primer bulb, fuel filter, air filter, fuel vent, fuel line, and carburetor. Remove the air cleaner cap and filter, checking for any obstructions in the way that could block air flow, starving the engine of oxygen.

Why does my Weedeater only run on half choke?

A weed eater only runs on half choke when there is dirt or a clog in the carburetor or gas cap that needs to be cleaned. A dirty carburetor will restrict fuel and airflow. When the check valve in the gas cap is clogged, the fuel creates a vacuum and gets vapor locked. The choke allows air inside.

What should I do if my electric trimmer stalls on throttle?

If your trimmer engine idles, but stalls on throttle, check the following parts: the gasket, primer bulb, fuel filter, air filter, fuel vent, fuel line, and carburetor. The repair and symptom guide will help you better identify the part needed to be replaced and how.

What causes a string trimmer carburetor to stall?

A clogged carburetor is most commonly caused by leaving fuel in the string trimmer for a long period of time. Over time, some of the ingredients in the fuel may evaporate, leaving behind a thicker, stickier substance. This sticky fuel can clog up the carburetor and cause the engine to stall.

What causes string trimmer fuel filter to clog?

A clogged fuel filter is most commonly caused by leaving fuel in the string trimmer for a long period of time. Over time, some of the ingredients in the fuel may evaporate, leaving behind a thicker, stickier substance. This sticky fuel can clog up the fuel filter and cause the engine to stall.

Why does my lawn mower stall when I change the fuel?

This sticky fuel can clog up the fuel filter and cause the engine to stall. If old fuel was left in the string trimmer, drain the old fuel from the fuel tank and replace the fuel filter. The air filter may be clogged. If the air filter is clogged, the engine will get too much fuel and not enough air. As a result, the engine may stall.