Homelite UT20023A, UT20043, UT20003A manual Troubleshooting, Problem, Possible Cause, Solution, Page

TROUBLESHOOTING

IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM CONTACTYOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

String will not advance	1.	String is welded to itself.
when using	2.	Not enough string on spool.
the EZ Line™ tap advance
system:	3.	String is worn too short.
	4.	String is tangled on spool.
	5.	Engine speed is too slow.

1.Lubricate with silicone spray.

2.Install more string. Refer to “String Replace- ment” earlier in this manual.

3.Pull strings while alternately pressing down on and releasing spool retainer.

4.Remove string from spool and rewind Refer to “String Replacement” earlier in this manual.

5.Advance string at full throttle.

Spool retainer hard to turn when using EZ Line™ tap advance system:

Screw threads are dirty or damaged.

Clean threads and lubricate with grease - if no improvement, replace the spool retainer.

Grass wraps around	1.	Cutting tall grass at ground level.
driveshaft housing and
string head:	2.	Operating trimmer at part throttle.

1.Cut tall grass from the top down to prevent wrapping.

2.Operate trimmer at full throttle.

Oil drips from muffler:	1.	Operating trimmer at part throttle	1.	Operate trimmer at full throttle.
	2.	Check oil/fuel mixture.	2.	Use fresh fuel and the correct 2-cycle oil mix.
	3.	Air filter dirty.	3.	Clean per instruction in Maintenance Section.

IDLE SPEED SCREW

C

B

A

STOP

Fig. 22

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