string trimmer won't work
#1
04-10-15, 01:35 PM
string trimmer won't work
I have a Ryobi corded string trimmer. Off-on switch quit working after I changed from edger to weedeater attachment. Might power for second or two then quits. Any ideas? Loose connection?
#4
04-11-15, 03:28 PM
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Changing the head has nothing to do with the on, off switch.
Remove the head and see if it starts.
Far more likly it's a caberutor issue.
Remove the head and see if it starts.
Far more likly it's a caberutor issue.
#7
04-11-15, 08:39 PM
It could be the connection where the attachment meets the power handle. If it's been connected and disconnected a number of times the socket could be worn and the power prongs are too loose to provide a reliable power source. If that's the case it should power on/off by working the attachment back and forth with the power switch on.
A worse case would be if the trimmer attachment is defective and the powering on/off is coming from the motor inside the trimmer.
A worse case would be if the trimmer attachment is defective and the powering on/off is coming from the motor inside the trimmer.
