If you have used the trimmer for a long time the exhaust could be carboned up. The gas flow in the exhaust is important in creating a vacume for more fuel. Removing the carbon in not fun.
Johan
April 2007
There might be a vacuum actuated fuel pump on the carb. Could have become too stiff or broken.
Joe
April 2007
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