- 1). Use the tool for its intended purposes. Weed trimmers are primarily designed to cut through grass, weeds and small shrubbery. Do not jeopardize the engine by trying to cut through oversized brush or wood with your weed trimmer. Read your instruction manual closely to ensure that you understand the capabilities of your specific machine.
- 2). Perform regular maintenance on the weed trimmer components. Check the gearbox frequently to make sure that the weed trimmer has enough grease. Clean off the cutting head after each use to prevent plant matter from building up. Replace the cutting string regularly to ensure that you are getting the proper force with each cut.
- 3). Maintain the engine. In the same way that your car requires periodic tune-ups and parts replacement, so does your weed trimmer. Inspect your muffler and replace your air filter regularly to prevent the machine from overheating. Check your spark plugs every few months and plan on replacing them once every year or two.
- 4). Replace the fuel frequently. When you are using your weed trimmer, only put in as much fuel as you will need for the job. If there is excess fuel when you are done, drain it from your weed trimmer and store it separately. If you leave fuel in your weed trimmer for a long time, the lighter parts of the gasoline will evaporate, leaving behind the heavier components. These components are harder to burn and can cause damage to the weed trimmer's engine.
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