Replacing Fuel Lines On Your Weedeater Blower: A Step-By-Step Guide

If you've noticed fuel leaking from your Weed Eater Blower, it's likely that the fuel lines have cracked and need to be replaced. This is a dangerous issue that you should address immediately. To replace the fuel lines, you'll need to drain the fuel tank and disconnect and remove the old fuel lines. You can then install new ones and reconnect them to the carburetor. In this article, we'll guide you through the entire process, step by step, and provide you with a list of the tools you'll need.

How to Replace the Fuel Lines on a Weed Eater Blower

Drain the fuel tank

To drain the fuel tank of your Weed Eater Blower, you will need a receptacle to hand that is suitable for safely storing fuel. Place this receptacle on a flat surface, close to the blower, and ensure it is stable and secure.

Now, locate the fuel cap on the blower. Before you begin to drain the tank, it is important to ensure the engine is off and the blower is cool to the touch. This is a vital safety precaution. Once the engine is off and the machine is cool, you can carefully remove the fuel cap.

With the fuel cap removed, you can start to drain the excess fuel from the tank. Be cautious when handling fuel and avoid any open flames or hot surfaces nearby. Use a long-nosed pair of pliers to carefully remove the fuel lines from the carburetor, taking care not to spill any fuel. You may need to use a small screwdriver to help detach the lines. Once the lines are free, carefully drain the fuel into your chosen receptacle. Work slowly and carefully to avoid any spills or splashes.

Once the tank is empty, you can move on to the next step of removing the fuel lines.

Remove the fuel lines

To remove the fuel lines from your Weed Eater Blower, you will need to first drain the fuel tank. Use a receptacle to collect any excess fuel. Once the tank is empty, use long-nosed pliers to carefully disconnect the fuel lines from the carburetor. Cut the lines flush with the fuel tank using wire cutters, and then use a small screwdriver to press the remaining portions of the lines into the tank. Remove the fuel cap and use the long-nosed pliers or a long wire hook to retrieve the lower halves of the fuel lines (including the fuel filter) from inside the tank.

It is important to address any issues with your fuel lines as soon as possible, as cracked lines can lead to dangerous fuel leaks.

Install the fuel line kit

To install the new fuel lines, you will need to refer to your fuel line kit. The kit should contain two different sizes of the line to fit a variety of models. Inspect your blower to determine which line to use.

For this example, we will assume we are using the large fuel line. Start by inserting the tapered end of the new fuel line into one of the openings at the top of the fuel tank. Feed approximately six inches of the new line into the tank. Retrieve the fuel line from inside the tank using a wire hook (through the filler neck). Next, cut away the tapered portion of the line with wire cutters. Install the fuel filter onto the end of the new line. Now, place the fuel filter and line back into the fuel tank and use the wire hook to position the filter at the rear of the tank.

Place the fuel line in its approximate position on the carburetor. You can use wire cutters to trim the excess line, cutting it slightly longer than needed. Repeat this process for the return fuel line, feeding approximately two inches of the line into the tank. Again, place the return line in its approximate position on the carburetor and trim the excess.

Connect the fuel lines to the carburetor

To connect the fuel lines to the carburetor, start by placing your finger over either of the two ports on the carburetor. While doing this, press and release the purge bulb—this is known as priming. You will notice that one of the ports, the intake (incoming) port, will draw your finger towards it, while the other port, the outgoing port, will push your finger away.

Now that you've identified the two ports, you can determine whether the fuel lines require any additional trimming. If they do, use wire cutters to trim them to their final length. The fuel line that contains the fuel filter should be installed onto the incoming port on the carburetor. The other fuel line, known as the return fuel line, which does not contain the fuel filter, should be installed onto the outgoing port.

Reassemble the unit

Once you have installed the new fuel lines and connected them to the carburetor, you can begin to reassemble the unit.

Firstly, reinstall the fuel cap. Place the fuel cap back onto the fuel tank and secure it tightly.

Next, you can replace the fuel tank back into the unit. Ensure that the fuel lines are not pinched or caught as you do this.

After this, you can begin to attach the various components that you removed to access the fuel tank. This may include the casing, any covers, or the starter assembly. Ensure that all parts are secured with the appropriate screws or fasteners.

Finally, you can reattach the spark plug wire to the spark plug. Ensure that the wire is securely connected and that there is no debris or damage to the wire or plug. Once this is done, your unit should be fully reassembled and ready for use.

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