BC30 Ryobi Trimer

[Xuat]

My BC30 Ryobi trimmer can start, but when I move the choke lever to run it dies out. I installed a new fuel filter, put in new gas mixture, and a new air filter but the problem still persists. Can someone please help with this?

[Mark]

Hello,

It sounds like you probably have a clogged carburetor.

The carburetor can become clogged by dirt or other debris. The dirt may get by a damaged or missing air filter. It can enter through a crack in the fuel lines. Some tools use a foam air filter. Over time the filter itself will breakdown and create debris that will enter the carb and clog it. It is a good idea to replace the air filter at least once a year. If fuel is left sitting in an unused engine for more than a couple of months the fuel will begin to breakdown and go bad. As the fuel breaks down it will start to become gel like as well as begin to coat the internal parts of the carburetor with a varnish. The gel and varnish will plug the carburetor so that fuel can no longer flow through it. To get your engine running again you will need to either rebuild or replace the carburetor. When you replace the carburetor it is always a good idea to also replace the air and fuel filters. This helps ensure that more debris won't clog the new carburetor.

Ryobi does not offer a carburetor rebuild kit for the carb on your trimmer. Your bet bet is to simply replace the carburetor. The carburetor is part #308054003 and is available from http://www.ereplacementparts.com .

Good luck with your repair!

-Mark