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Why is my Stihl blower not blowing hard?

Why is my Stihl blower not blowing hard?

Blower Fan If your blower is not blowing air as it normally would but the engine is running without any noticeable issues, it is likely that the blowers fan is broken. To inspect and replace a broken fan, unscrew the fan housing from the side of the blower. If the fan is loose, it may simply need to be tightened.

Why does my leaf blower bog down when I give it gas?

A dirty air filter is one of the most common causes behind a leaf blower that is bogging down: the air is enough for the engine to idle, but as soon as you switch to full-throttle, the machine will stall. All we need to do is replace the air filter. To do this, start by opening the air filter cover.

How do you clean a carburetor?

Make sure the carburetor is cool to the touch before cleaning.

  1. Dilute cleaner.
  2. Clear air filter.
  3. Remove the carburetor.
  4. Remove carburetor float.
  5. Remove other removable components.
  6. Soak and scrub components.
  7. Rinse and dry.
  8. Reassemble and replace.

Who makes carburetors for Stihl?

Zama Group

Zama Group logo
Formerly Shinagawa Die-Casting Co. Ltd.
Production output 12 million carburetors, 4 million oil-pumps (2019)
Owner Stihl International GmbH
Number of employees 2414 (2019)

Why does my leaf blower dies when I give it gas?

If the air filter in your leaf blower is partially plugged, it can cause your engine to run, but die at full throttle. The air filter is designed to prevent debris from entering the engine, and over time this debris can accumulate and lead to a clog. A clogged air filter may cause your blower to idle roughly as well.

Why is my Stihl backpack blower losing power?

If your blower loses power while running, change the air filter; or if your inspection reveals any damage to the filter, replace the filter immediately. Remove the spark plug wire, remove the spark plug and inspect. If it is heavily fouled or damaged in any way, replace the spark plug with a new one.

What spark plug does a Stihl bg55 take?

Stihl specifications call for either an NGK BPMA 7A or a Bosch WSR 6F spark plug. If you change plugs, make sure the boot on top of the plug fits snugly into place.

How to CARB work on a Stihl BG 55 leaf blower?

Carb work on a Stihl bg 55 leaf blower. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV’s watch history and influence TV recommendations. To avoid this, cancel and sign in to YouTube on your computer. This channel is intended to encourage, entertain and help advance your artistic abilities.

What do you need to know about Stihl BG 55?

Proper Clothing WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, the operator should wear proper protective apparel. BG 55, BG 65, BG 85, SH 55, SH 85 English 4 WARNING Be particularly alert and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your ability to hear warnings (shouts, alarms, etc.) is restricted.

What happens if you use BG 55, 65, 85, SH 85?

Careless or improper use may cause serious or fatal injury. BG 55, BG 65, BG 85, SH 55, SH 85 English 3 Do not use it for other purposes, since misuse may result in personal injury or property damage, including damage to the machine. WARNING Minors should never be allowed to use this power tool.

Why does my Stihl blower keep bogging down?

After the first couple minutes of running, the blower will normally bog down briefly and then I let off the throttle. Once I reapply the throttle, I can normally bring the blower back up to full speed. The blower just seems to do this at random times.