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At present LEHR only offers a string trimmer and a blower but the trimmer is essentially a power handle. The working end can be swapped out with universal

July 25, Auction in Lisbon, ND

Iron Patio Set; Electric Hedge Trimmer; Weedeater; Electric Chainsaw; Home Storage Top Tool Chest; Craftsman Wood Turning Lathe; Craftsman Shaper;

Saturday, July 11 Estate Auction

Sears 20 in push mower, Lawnboy and Ryobi gas trimmers, Echo gas power pruner, Model 325 Olathe Shredder with 8 hp motor, Craftsman lawn thatcher,

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if the plug was bad that's to be expected. take it with you to the hardware store and get a new plug, also get a can of THRUST it's actually a can of very volatile fluid. spray some into the spark plug hole and it will get rid of some of the fluids that are still in there. it evaporates very quickly. it's generally used to help START engines by spray it into the carb. a few QUICK shots, then try to start the mower.
remember to put the new plug in first. if it doesn't work the first time give it a couple of more tries.
hopefully that will be all you need to do.
remember that the either is very volatile.
good luck to ya

• RoeB also said:
  If it will start and run OK, you do not have too much of a problem. Could be your carb is allowing some fuel into the compression chamber during storage. If it runs good otherwise would drain fuel during storage or have carb. rebuilt....

Press the primer bulb 10-15 times (these 2 cycle units like their primer). I am assuming your trimmer will have a 3 position choke. Move the choke to position 1 (fully choked). Keep the throttle wide open, and pull the cord until you hear it sputter (as though it wants to start but can't). You may have to pull the cord 5-10 times before this happens.

Move the choke to the middle position and pull the cord (Keep the throttle wide open). In theory the motor should fire, but it may take a couple of pulls. Let it run for awhile (stay on the throttle). After 30-60secs, take the choke right off. You should be ready to trim.

Of course you will want to replace your plug once a season or so. Make sure you aren't using old gas, and that it has been mixed properlly 40:1. 2 Cycle Trimmers are tricky to start (esspecially with age).

Good Luck!