If the weed eater starts up without issue and stays on when you rev the throttle, you have fixed the problem. [links]
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If the weed eater starts up without issue and stays on when you rev the throttle, you have fixed the problem. [links]
On the opposite side of the carburetor, there is another set of screws. Unscrew them to assess the condition of the metering diaphragm. This part helps regulate engine speed and should be the consistency of a cotton T-shirt.
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.
If the tank has plenty of fuel, be sure the primer bulb is filling properly before you start the engine. Sometimes we forget to do this in the midst of working. Blame it on the heat!
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It’s worth checking this and cleaning the filter (or replacing it since they are so inexpensive). And if you do mix your own, make sure your two-stroke oil hasn’t gone bad. It doesn’t last forever like people think it does. more
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Just did the adjustment and my trimmer runs better than ever! I've tried everything I could think of with no success, this works like a charm!
Happy Bolens owner
August 2009 [links]
Had the same problems with my Bl100 which had run well for about 4 yrs. The primer bulb was slow to reinflate and when I could get it started, the trimmer would die after about 2 minutes of run time.