My gas trimmer won't start. Sputters and dies with in a second. I know the carb is out of adjustment. What are the initial settings and which screw is the H and L. As there are no obvious markings. One is towards the intake and one is towards the airfilter. Thanks!

Re: Homelite gas trimmer

#5324 12/06/00 02:15 PM

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Bruce

Repair Junkie

The settings are:
H one turn out from bottoming
L one and one quarter turn from bottom

Replace your fuel filter in the tank as well and make sure that fuel is getting to the carby first before you continue to tune the carby.
Once the machine starts then move the throttle quickly and if it does not hesitate then adjust The H screw till it peeks out then back off one eighth of a turn.

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Re: Homelite gas trimmer

#5325 17/07/02 04:06 PM

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Marysville KS USA

WM_R

Trainee

In addition to Bruce's info, check your fuel lines...Squeeze them to be sure the 'rubber' has not gotten 'gummy'...does not spring back to shape... If the Carb adjustments do not get it running, you may need to replace the Diaphragms. A kit is easy to install. Just find which mfgr & model of the carb.
If you have trouble finding a source for HOMELITE parts perhaps I can help from Kansas. My area code is 785 and my # is 562
followed by 3539. Or try me at walcott
@ oz-online . net

I am a current oldtime HOMELITE dealer with an extensive inventory of NEW, NOS & USED parts.
Check or credit card thru PayPal at https://www.paypal.com/

Shipping is free for parts over $50 within the contintal US...Will evaluate any others

I accept Money Order or PayPal:

Bill Walcott
Brauchi Bros Inc-almost 50 yrs with HOMELITE
700 N 12th
Marysville KS 66508 USA
785-562-3539

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