Hi,
I'm seeking help here to start my Stihl strimmer (pic below with air filter removed). I took it apart for a good clean having previously purchased it used and running albeit not very well according to the previous owner. I couldn't start it after re-assembly, so I played with the H and L screws on the carb to no avail. I then ordered a new carb (an aftermarket part NOT made by Stihl). I still can't start it. I've tried adjusting the H and L screws on the carb, choking halfway and all the way, and starting it with the throttle fully open. The primer bulb fills up nicely with petrol when primed. When I squirt petrol from a straw directly upstream of the throttle valve, it runs for a couple of seconds, so I know the spark plug isn't at fault. I feel like I'm missing something obvious. Any tips please?
I'm seeking help here to start my Stihl strimmer (pic below with air filter removed). I took it apart for a good clean having previously purchased it used and running albeit not very well according to the previous owner. I couldn't start it after re-assembly, so I played with the H and L screws on the carb to no avail. I then ordered a new carb (an aftermarket part NOT made by Stihl). I still can't start it. I've tried adjusting the H and L screws on the carb, choking halfway and all the way, and starting it with the throttle fully open. The primer bulb fills up nicely with petrol when primed. When I squirt petrol from a straw directly upstream of the throttle valve, it runs for a couple of seconds, so I know the spark plug isn't at fault. I feel like I'm missing something obvious. Any tips please?