Maintenance Guides / Lawn & Outdoor

Service string trimmer and blower

Difficulty: easyTime: 45 minsEst. Cost: $10 - $50

Why it matters

Old 2-stroke fuel gums up carburetors, preventing spring startup.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Drain old fuel from tanks.

  • 2

    Mix fresh gas with 2-stroke oil at manual-specified ratio.

  • 3

    Fill tanks with fresh fuel mixture.

  • 4

    Locate and inspect spark plugs.

  • 5

    Install new/cleaned plugs with proper gap.

  • 6

    Pull starter cord to prime fuel system.