Whether you call it a weed eater, weed wacker or string trimmer, it is an important tool for a well-manicured yard and garden. A RYOBI string trimmer will not start when the air filter is clogged, the spark plug is bad, the carburetor is dirty, old fuel restricts the fuel supply, an incorrect fuel mix …
String Trimmers
A string trimmer is a great tool to trim those areas that you are unable to reach with a lawn mower. Ryobi makes a good string trimmer, often called a weed eater or weed wacker, but just like any power tool, it can develop problems including stalling and dying. A Ryobi string trimmer will stall …
Ryobi offers gas-powered string trimmers, often called weed eaters or weed wackers, with either a 2-cycle or 4-cycle engine. You must know which type of engine is on your model string trimmer to avoid adding the wrong fuel. Using the wrong fuel in your trimmer can result in having to purchase a new replacement string …
Your string trimmer has been giving you some trouble. Thankfully, it will still start and run, but it’s not working as it should. To keep it running, you now have to keep the choke on or run it at half choke. I’ll try to help give you some tips on how to find and fix …
A strimmer is a necessary tool to trim around garden landscaping and water features or cut grass that is too tall for a lawn mower to tackle. Just like any other piece of equipment, your strimmer is subject to wear and other failures over time. A strimmer won’t start when it isn’t getting the air, …
Using your string trimmer to add the finishing touches to your lawn care by trimming around the landscaping, the fence posts and your pond makes your home’s exterior look complete. It is also a great tool for those “hard to mow” places and tall grasses. When your string trimmer dies, your need to get it …
A string trimmer engine that bogs down will not run at full RPMs and give you the power you need to trim the grass and weeds in your yard. You will end up with a subpar trim job where all of the grass isn’t cleanly cut. It may not even have the power to cut …
Performing routine maintenance on your string trimmer is necessary to keep it running at its best. Regularly servicing by regularly changing filters, using fresh fuel, and catching small problems before they develop into significant problems can extend the life of your string trimmer. The filters and spark plug should be changed annually. They should be …
A string trimmer is an important tool used in your yard maintenance routine. It’s important to service your trimmer regularly and use the correct oil to keep it in good condition. While most string trimmers on the market today use 2-cycle engines, there are some models that use 4-cycle engines. Not using the right oil …
A string trimmer helps finish up the well-manicured look of your yard. You use it to cut grass left behind that your mower can’t cover. This includes areas around flower beds, fence posts, landscaping, and water features. Without a string trimmer, your yard won’t achieve that “finished” appearance you strive for. It’s one of those …