Replacing Fuel Line On Poulan Weed Eater: Step-By-Step Guide

Plastic fuel lines for small engines will eventually break, and when this happens, the fuel line must be replaced to avoid hazardous leaks. This is a simple task that can be done in under an hour. To replace the fuel line on a Poulan Weed Eater, first remove the cap from the fuel tank and tip the engine over so that the fuel empties into a gasoline container. Once the tank is empty, identify the fuel line – a small-diameter plastic hose that runs from the bottom of the fuel tank into the carburettor. Pull the fuel line from the carburettor using needle-nose pliers, then push the line through the small hole in the bottom of the tank, leaving approximately 2 inches of the hose outside the tank. Next, remove the fuel line and filter completely from the tank. Cut the new line to length, then push it through the small hole in the tank, leaving a couple of inches outside. Pull the hose through the fuel fill hole, insert the new fuel filter, and stuff the assembly back into the tank. Pull the fuel hose back through the lower small hole until the end of the line reaches the carburettor connector, then push the line onto the small metal nozzle. Finally, fill the Weed Eater with a fresh gasoline-oil mixture, choke the carburettor to draw fuel through the new line, and start the engine.

How to replace fuel line on Poulan Weed Eater

Identify the fuel line

To identify the fuel line on your Poulan weed eater, you need to locate the small diameter plastic hose that runs from the bottom side of the fuel tank and into the carburetor. The carburetor is a small component located just under the muffler on the engine. The fuel line fits over a small metal nozzle on the side of the carburetor.

The fuel line on a Poulan weed eater is made of plastic and will eventually break. When this happens, it is important to replace it to avoid hazardous leaks. The process of replacing the fuel line is relatively straightforward and should take less than an hour. It is also recommended to replace the internal fuel filter while you are replacing the line. The filter is located inside the fuel tank and at the end of the fuel line.

To begin the replacement process, remove the cap from the fuel tank and tip the engine over so that the open fuel tank can empty into a gasoline container. Ensure that all the fuel has exited the tank before proceeding.

Remove the fuel tank cap and empty the tank

To remove the fuel tank cap and empty the tank of your Poulan weed eater, follow these steps:

First, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug. Keep the wire at a distance to prevent any accidental contact with the spark plug. Next, pour the gasoline from the weed eater's fuel tank into a gasoline container. Use a funnel to avoid spills. With a pair of needle-nose pliers, carefully detach the fuel lines from the carburetor. If any oil spills, wipe it away with a cloth. Check your surroundings and make sure there are no spills on the ground that could cause you to slip or fall.

Now, locate the screws on the fuel tank and remove them. Once the screws are removed, carefully detach the fuel tank from the weed eater. With the fuel tank removed, you can slowly and carefully remove the fuel lines from the tank. Ensure that you do this in a controlled manner to avoid any spills.

Dispose of the damaged fuel line appropriately, and replace it with a new, compatible fuel line. You can purchase new fuel lines at your local hardware store or online, ensuring they are suitable for your weed eater's model.

Once you have the new fuel line, insert one end into the fuel tank through the same hole as the previous line. Push the new line through the small hole and out through the larger hole towards the lid of the fuel tank. You may need to use needle-nose pliers again for a secure connection.

Now that the new fuel line is in place, carefully reattach the fuel tank to the weed eater. Ensure that the fuel tank is secure and properly aligned. Finally, reconnect the fuel lines to the carburetor, and reattach the spark plug wire.

It is important to work with safety in mind when performing these steps. Always wear protective gear, such as gloves and safety goggles. Additionally, be cautious when handling gasoline and ensure that any spills are cleaned up immediately.

Remove the fuel line from the carburetor

To remove the fuel line from the carburetor of a Poulan weed eater, you will need a pair of needle-nose pliers.

First, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and ensure it cannot make contact with the spark plug. Next, pour the gas from the weed eater's fuel tank into a gas can. Using your needle-nose pliers, pull the two fuel lines off the carburetor. If any oil spills, wipe it away with a cloth. Check the ground to ensure there is no oil that could cause you to slip.

Now, locate the two screws on the gas tank and remove them. Take the gas tank off the weed eater. With the gas tank removed, you can slowly and carefully remove the two gas lines.

Push the new fuel line into the tank

To push the new fuel line into the tank, you will need needle-nose pliers and a new fuel line that is compatible with your Poulan Weed Eater model.

First, insert the new fuel line into the same hole from which you removed the damaged one. Push the new line through the small hole and out through the large hole to the lid for the gas tank. You may need to use the needle-nose pliers to achieve this.

Next, reattach the gas tank to the weed eater. Then, pull the new fuel line through the small hole at the bottom of the tank, leaving approximately 2 inches of the hose on the outside of the tank.

Now, turn the engine over and shake the Weed Eater. Grab the end of the hose with the needle-nose pliers and pull the hose through the fuel fill hole.

Finally, insert the new fuel filter onto the end of the fuel line and push the assembly back into the fuel tank.

Reattach the fuel tank and fuel line to the carburetor

Now that you have successfully removed the fuel tank and fuel line, it is time to reattach them to the carburetor.

First, reinsert the fuel line into the fuel tank. Push the new line through the small hole and out through the large hole to the lid of the gas tank. You may need to use your needle-nose pliers to do this effectively. Next, reattach the fuel tank to your Poulan weed eater. Once that is done, push the fuel line back through the lower small hole until the end of the line reaches the carburetor connector. Finally, push the line onto the small metal nozzle.

It is important to note that you should always refer to your Poulan weed eater manual for specific instructions on how to reattach the fuel tank and fuel line to the carburetor, as there may be slight variations depending on the model you own.

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