Why is oil coming out of my weed eater exhaust?
Press the throttle and observe the weed eater’s engine. If you see blue smoke coming out of the exhaust or oil dripping from the exhaust, the fuel ratio is too rich, meaning it has too much oil. Turn off the weed eater and replace the fuel with a properly mixed ratio of gas to oil.
What causes weed eater to overheat?
A weed eater overheats because the cooling system is clogged, the air passage is dirty, or there’s an improper fuel mixture. Other common overheating causes include low-quality batteries, overworked motors, and incorrect power supplies. Proper storage and cleaning can prevent all of these problems.
What causes a 2 stroke to run hot?
Lean air/fuel ratios when running at full power can result in excessive combustion temperatures, which can melt a hole in the piston or seize them in the cylinder bore. Loss of gearbox oil is abnormal, and in all cases should be able to be traced back to leaking seals or gaskets.
Why does my weed eater not have a spark?
Most two-stroke Weed Eaters operate with a capacitor discharge ignition system. These ignition systems produce a high voltage charge, which travels from the ignition module to the tip of the spark plug. When the Weed Eater doesn’t produce a spark, you must test the entire ignition system to locate the source of the problem.
Why do I need a new spark plug for my weedwacker?
Faulty or incorrectly sized spark plugs can cause poor engine performance or prevent it from starting. Periodic spark plug cleaning, inspection and replacement help keep your trimmer’s engine running smoothly.
Why does my weed eater keep running out of fuel?
This happens if you’ve overcranked the weed eater or if you’ve poured too much fuel into the engine. If the problem is too much fuel, syphon out some. If the problem is overcranking, you’ll need to let the eater sit for about 15 minutes so that the fuel can settle.
What causes oil to seep out of a spark plug?
One of the worst-case scenario issues accompanying oil on a spark plug is a cracked or broken piston. A hole in a piston will allow oil to seep into the combustion chamber and will most likely require an engine overhaul to fix. Another serious problem that could cause this issue is a blown head gasket.
Faulty or incorrectly sized spark plugs can cause poor engine performance or prevent it from starting. Periodic spark plug cleaning, inspection and replacement help keep your trimmer’s engine running smoothly.
Why does my weed eater not turn on?
If you have tried to turn the engine on and it is not giving you any sign of life, the problem might lie in the spark plug. A fouled spark plug won’t be able to deliver electric current from the ignition system, which is necessary to ignite the fuel in the combustion chamber of your weed eater.
What kind of oil do you put in a weed eater?
You can obtain this ratio by mixing 3.2 oz. of two cycle air cooled engine oil with one gallon of regular gas. Over a period of time oil will separate from gasoline. To properly insure oil and gas mixture, we recommend thoroughly shaking your oil and gas mixture before refueling your unit.
Why is the air filter on my Weed Eater Not working?
The air filter is another essential part of a 2-stroke engine. It allows fresh air (oxygen) to enter the combustion chamber. This is necessary for the ignition process to begin. At the same time, air filters ensure that no external and potentially damaging debris enters the engine while delivering a clean flow of oxygen.