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or is cracked.
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cracked. Replace the trimmer head if necessary.
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tank or fuel lines.
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fuel hose from cracks or other defects. Replace if
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Ɣ incorrect carburetor adjustment.
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electrode gap is correct.
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Carburetor
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spark arrestor mesh. If your unit has spark arrestor
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