How to start a Craftsman CMXGTAMDZ20C Trimmer if it won't start?
- AAnna WalkerAug 8, 2025
If your Craftsman Trimmer engine won't start, there are several possible causes: * The fuel tank may be empty, in which case you should fill it with properly-mixed fuel. * You may not have pressed the primer bulb enough; try pressing it 10 times. * The engine might be flooded; press the throttle lockout, squeeze the throttle control, and pull the starter rope until the engine starts. * The fuel could be old (over 30 days) or improperly mixed; drain the tank and add fresh, properly-mixed fuel. * The spark plug might be fouled, requiring replacement. * The choke lever may not have been flipped. Refer to the Starting Instructions in the Starting and Stopping section.