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How to Identify and Fix Common Gardening Problems ?

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If your 2-stroke brushcutter fails to start, the simplest explanation is that there is not enough fuel: in this case you simply need to top it up. A 2-stroke brushcutter engine runs on fuel/oil mixture, which you can buy ready prepared, such as EFCO-Mix Alkilate alkylated mixture in a 5 L can.
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.
Your Mower Won`t Start:

Other possible causes include: Loose, Dirty or Disconnected Spark Plug in Your Lawn Mower: Check it out, clean off debris, re-connect and tighten. Dirty Air Filter: Clean or replace. Fuel Not Reaching the Engine: Tap the side of the carburetor to help the flow of gas.

The most common problem with a strimmer not starting is that there`s a problem with the fuel mix. Double check that you`ve used 40 parts fresh unleaded petrol to 1 part 2-stroke oil (40:1). Check the petrol you`ve used isn`t stale.
If the engine is not revving up and cuts out before you reach higher revs then you need to do the following checks: Fuel: Make sure it is fresh and correctly mixed (see `Starting Issues`). Air filter: Make sure it is clean and unclogged. Fuel cap: Make sure it`s hand-tight.
You can find this parameter in the user and maintenance manual for your garden tool: for Efco machines, the standard spark plug electrode gap is 0.5 mm for chainsaws, brushcutters and blowers, and 0.7–0.8 mm for tools such as lawnmowers.
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.
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.
If a mower is hard to start, it may be the result of a dirty carburetor and/or a clogged air filter. Use a screwdriver to remove the carburetor and clean any dirt out of it with a rag. Clean the air filter or replace it if it`s disposable.
Over time, the spark arrestor can become clogged with soot. If the spark arrestor is clogged, the engine may not start. To unclog the spark arrestor, remove it and clean it with a wire brush. You may also replace the spark arrestor.
If your trimmer won`t turn on, especially if it has not been used recently, you may simply have a drained battery. Plug your trimmer into your charger and see if anything happens. Ideally your trimmer will recognize it has been connected to a power source and charge its battery.
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.
First prime the carburetor by pressing the bulb five times, activate the choke and pull the starter cord until the engine ignites. Deactivate the choke when the engine stops and pull the starter cord again until the engine starts.

Discover Relevant Questions and Answers for Your Specific Issue

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Starts and runs for about 10 seconds then dies
ANSWER : Check the fuel lines for holes or cracks if they are fine then a carb kit may be needed

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Will not start, but when I pump the fuel button a couple of times, it cranks over then stops? Is there something I missed, I put new fuel lines in.
ANSWER : I am working on ryobi bc30 everything working , start and stop then if it stay start not getting high rev out of it

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I have no spark on my Ryobi Brush Cutter. Replaced spark plug but still no spark.
ANSWER : If the spark plug you have put in has the correct gap then u will next have to check or change the HT lead Change it if no spark is showing

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BAD STARTER My Ryobi strimmer / brush cutter is terrible to start , it may take 3 – 4 min’s to start . also the pull cord seems to slip at times when pulling . thanks . Mark
ANSWER : It might have a easy start that wound make it seem like its sliping.change spark plug and gap at 030.see if it helps if not rebuild carb.
good luck

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Need parts list for Stihl FS 75 trimmer – Oregon Scientific Complete Carburetor for Stihl 4122 Brush Cutter and 4226HS Hedge Trimmer
ANSWER : Look at your local lawn and garden place some times they have extra parts that you can use for your trimmer. Or call the company them selfs and ask them if they have parts.

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Ryobi SS30 won’t stay running
ANSWER : I had this problem and it drove me crazy with 2 different new and relatively new weedeaters. One the fuel hose was rotten and the filter in the tank was clogged and on both I had to buy the Pacman screwdriver to adjust the carb. Once I got it running I turned the high mixture screw out slowly until it constantly ran great. Havent had a problem since

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Hi,My Ryobi 30 Petrol with Brush Cutter attachment has so much vibration I cant use it..
ANSWER : This is likely a mechanical problem caused by either 1. A serious imbalance with the cutter attatched to it 2. The engine is failing and the main crankshaft bearings are worn causing crankshaft “wobble” setting up the heavy vibration you speak of.

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Ryobi SS30 starts great, runs fine, quits
ANSWER : The engine is getting to hot & shutting down either not the right fuel mix or not enough oil in engine sometimes the mixture screws need to be adjusted

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