Starting a Ryobi Full Crank Gas String Trimmer using starting fluid

[@jonp2338]

Ive owned this thing for 5 years with good premix and it starts right up every season even with old mix it still runs smooth

[@accidental_relevance]

It's a good machine. I got many hours of work from it. I haven't used it since I got the 40V electric head. I thought I might try to motorize a bicyle with it.

[@jonp2338]

@@accidental_relevance indeed - i usually store mine full with stabilizer - no problems starts up after months of no use - drain fuel and fill fresh every season

[@killer2600]

It's easier to start if you follow the starting instructions. You need to hold the throttle wide open while pulling the cord. Only when the engine is warm/hot can you get away with just pulling the cord with no throttle.

[@accidental_relevance]

Thanks, I'll give it try

[@davidgrahamscott]

It’s hard to hold the throttle open while pulling the cord though

[@b.buster]

Mine won't even start reliably when warm

[@dennydeckerful]

Been using ryobi weedater for over 20 years. It's basically make sure filter is clean, spark plug clean, and follow the instructions of the w/e for how to start. Might have to do a carb adjustment, ez enough, it just 2 screws. 5here are videos on here showing how.

[@b.buster]

no carb adjustment possible on newer 4 strokes

[@dennydeckerful]

@@b.buster yeah, 2 stroke to adjust mixture and air.

[@Dave-tw9ib]

brand new carb on my weed wacker it will on start with quick start either then it runs fine grr i tried everything

[@accidental_relevance]

I replaced mine with this and can still use the attachments: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2m6YXVjlLylkNk

[@itzelsoriano9524]

IDK if this helps anyone but my husband had the same issue, he did turn in into run and pull the string 10 times fast and IT WORKED!! SO maybe do that.

[@bulldogms]

You aren't following the instructions as they are laid out on the filter cover.

[@casrogue]

I just bought one and it does not start at all, went to HD and replaced it and still does not start lol ...but I'm following the instructions ...let me do it like you. I have been like an idiot pulling and pulling for 30 mins lol ...\I'll let you know what happens.

[@accidental_relevance]

You should not have to use this method with a new machine. Be sure you're following the procedures in the starting instructions first. I used this one for several seasons before I had any trouble starting it

[@casrogue]

@@accidental_relevance since it was new it took a while to start eventually it did, after like, 30+ min pulls. When it started I did it on half choke then full, I skipped the full choke. And I pressed the accelerator like 10+ times each try. This machine was very difficult to start as a new one. Next time I'll go lithium since it will start once the battery is charged lol.

[@accidental_relevance]

@@casrogue the only other thing I can think of would be fuel quality and mix ration. I have been using the premixed fuel from HD .

[@casrogue]

@@accidental_relevance I used the premix 50:1 (red bottle). At least it works now LOL

[@accidental_relevance]

@@casrogue Trufuel 50 to 1 no ethanal is all I have used in that machine.

[@paulspomer16]

Have you been using ethanol gas?

[@austinknox2060]

The gasket for the carb is to big and it leaks bad I made a gasket for mine and it runs great

[@accidental_relevance]

Thanks, I'll give it a try. I haven't used this since I got my Ryobi electric with the, Expand it, feature. But I may use it for a big rotor tilling job I have coming up. A how-to video would be nice if you could do one.

[@luisponce1472]

How did you make a gasket?

[@MegaBlastMojo]

Is this parody? Read the instructions on the cover you JUST took off, then read them again. LOL 😂 Thanks for the laugh!

[@s_gwalls6106]

Give the thing gas when you pull start it on choke guarantee it'll fire

[@davidtiernan9770]

I found this trimmer hard to cold start, is it because the brand itself?

[@accidental_relevance]

It wasn't really difficult to start when it was new. This trimmer is I guess about five years old. I have talked to another person who was not pleased with how his trimmer like this started. But overall I'm pleased with the performance of this trimmer other than being a little cranky to get it going.

[@KasunFernando1]

Shouldn't be hard at all if it is new. If you gonna use it after 6 or more months from storage, it might if you didn't follow storing guide in the manual. Then, the carby will go bad after storing it and won't work. It applies to any petrol-powered machine.

[@fukkyoutube]

almost all the major brands in stores are made by 2 different parent companies

[@lonelypigeon7562]

2 choices....buy NON ethanol fuel at a gas station and THEN mix your gas can with oil. 2nd, go to hardware store and pick up the premixed fuel in the can...

[@Waynes-xt9gr]

@@lonelypigeon7562 if none of that works.....then its your carb.

[@anthonyjackson6816]

Is this carb cleaner spray?

[@accidental_relevance]

No it's starter fluid

[@Waynes-xt9gr]

@@accidental_relevance Dont DROWN IT with that spray.....only 1 to 2 bursts...otherwise, you will flood the unit.

[@joeysputnik522]

If you are having problems with one of these ryobis starting drain the fuel tank. Set the shaft in a vice to secure it. Take your dremel bit about mid shaft.....proceed to grind through shaft. You will come to a cable.... cut that with a hacksaw. Now you can stick that piece of Trash inside a 40 gallon garbage bag... fill remainder of trash bag up with smelly kitchen waste and the trash man will pick it up and never know.

[@set3777]

No! Buy the carburreter ++ service kit. Only about $20 1. Empty the tank. 2. Clean the Spark Arrester screen and the exhaust of soot 3. Replace the fuel lines and new fuel filter. 4. Open up the carburetter and clean with Carburreter cleaner. 5. If necessary replace the diaphram and seals or install new carburretor. 6. Fill with fresh 40:1 petrol-2T oil mixture. 6. Start the trimmer and adjust the H and L jets. Will run like new if you avoid usiing petrol (gasoline) that contains ethanol. (I have a Ryobi 30cc PLT3043S that is still working even after 20 years and a Homelite 25cc brush cutter about 5 years old. Both start easily.

[@Waynes-xt9gr]

@@set3777 and AFTER you are done with your chores, drain the tank to the portable tank, then run the motor til its bone dry and dies....then hang it up for future use!

[@jsnjcnt]

Carb problem I am sure.

[@accidental_relevance]

I've been trying to cut back on bread and pasta.

[@TheSlow78]

These run lean from the factory

[@shahsmerdis]

Mines the same way string impossible to pull. Should have spent 100 bucks more on another brand.

[@accidental_relevance]

Check out my video on the Ryobi electric string trimmer that can use the, Expand it, accessories.

[@shahsmerdis]

@@accidental_relevance I bought that at first not enough battery life for me

[@accidental_relevance]

@@shahsmerdis maybe get a second battery ?

[@KasunFernando1]

It should last if you follow the manual guide for operating and storing. Otherwise, the carby will go bad and won't work. It applies to any petrol-powered machine.

[@bowesman1000]

trash it