What is the spark plug gap for a Homelite trimmer?

0.025 inches
Insert a spark plug gap tool in between the thin metal protrusion at the top of the spark plug and the round section below it. Homelite string trimmers require a gap between these two parts of 0.025 inches.

How do you adjust a Homelite carburetor?

How to Adjust the Carb on a Homelite Blower

  1. Place the blower on a flat workbench. Locate the three adjustment screws found on the side of the carburetor, just below the air filter.
  2. Turn the “L” screw clockwise until the screw seats with the screwdriver.
  3. Turn the “H” screw clockwise until the screw seats.
  4. Rev the engine.

What does a larger spark plug gap do?

The larger the gap, the more voltage is needed to jump the gap. Most experienced tuners know that increasing the gap size increases the spark area exposed to the air-fuel mixture, which maximizes burn efficiency. For this reason, most racers add high-energy ignition systems.

How often should you change a spark plug in a strimmer?

For standard lawn mower and small engine maintenance, you should check and/or replace spark plugs: once a season. every 25 hours of use. if your lawn mower our outdoor power equipment won’t start.

Where is the spark plug gap on a Homelite string trimmer?

Insert a spark plug gap tool in between the thin metal protrusion at the top of the spark plug and the round section below it. Homelite string trimmers require a gap between these two parts of 0.025 inches. Slide the tool until it fits snugly between the two sections and determine how much gap is currently there.

What is the gap between the ignition coils for the Homelite?

Homelite advises that the gap between the ignition coil and the flywheel must be set anywhere from.0012 to.0013 inch for successful engine startup. If you’ve not replaced the ignition coil recently and your machine won’t fire up, it may be possible that you simply need to check the gap and reset it if necessary.

What kind of wrench do you need for a Homelite string trimmer?

Homelite trimmers require a 5/8-inch deep socket wrench. Insert a spark plug gap tool in between the thin metal protrusion at the top of the spark plug and the round section below it. Homelite string trimmers require a gap between these two parts of 0.025 inches.

What do you need to know about Homelite?

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