Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): weed eater wont run, weed eater, fuel flow


Question
Weed eater cranks easy but won't take the gas whenyou rev it up . rebuild the carb,but it didn't make any difference. what do you suggest.
Steve

Answer
Hi Steve,

Try adjusting the carb jets.  The high speed mixture screw is initially set at 1&1/2 turns out.  Then adjust it to give good acceleration and top speed while keeping the screw as far out as possible.  The low speed mixture screw is set at 3/4 turn out, then adjust to give a smooth idle.   

Check the fuel flow from the fuel tank. Also the spark arrester screen, the exhauset ports and muffler, for carbon clogging.

Let me know how you make out.
Michael