There are some things that you can do that will have a real impact on the life and operation of your ‘new toy’. Here we will get down to the nuts and bolts (yeah, I’ve got grandpa jokes) of how to keep your Stihl machine running for many years. Let’s get more into this life prolonging maintenance so you can get an idea of how to get the most out of your new machine. Accessing the fuel filter on a Stihl trimmer requires the removal of the carburetor, which should also be cleaned. This annual maintenance usually involves air and fuel filter changes, sparkplug replacement, and cleaning of the trimmer head itself. We recommend that you conduct thorough maintenance if monthly, at a bare minimum, once a year (or every 50-100 hours of operation). Just like your car, your weed whacker also requires servicing and routine maintenance to remain in tip-top shape.You should also avoid lending your trimmer to that irresponsible friend or neighbor we all have. We also recommend that you avoid letting your kids use this tool until they are old enough to do so responsibly.If you are going to be carrying out multiple tasks, you must ensure that you use the appropriate attachments. This means no activities besides trimming, mowing, or brush clearing. The simplest way is to use the machine for its intended purpose and per the instruction manual.Here are a couple of things to keep in mind when trying to give your Stihl the best environment possible. Using the machine only for the intended purpose, controlling who is using the machine at all times, conducting routine maintenance, and ensuring the proper fuel mixtures are used in gas powered models. There are definite ways to prolong the lifespan of a Stihl trimmer. So, how do you prolong a Stihl trimmer’s lifespan? Yet, there are other ways to ensure a long life for your Stihl trimmer. We briefly touched on one of them, and we will go a bit more into it here. There are a few ways to squeeze a few more years out of a Stihl trimmer. How To Prolong A Stihl Trimmer’s Lifespan Jerry McMillan, my father in law and landscaper for well over forty years, regularly kept mowers going for upwards of 10 to 15 years past their life expectancy. Like any quality made product that users claim can run for decades, the linchpin in the whole story tends to be the owner and his dedication to regular and thorough maintenance. With proper use, timely repairs, and maintenance, you can drastically increase your trimmer’s lifespan. Speaking of the “right conditions”, only you can facilitate your trimmer’s longevity. A commercial trimmer can easily have a 15 to 20-year lifespan in the right conditions. Commercial machines can fare much better and it’s not unheard of for a Stihl machine to last over a decade (10 years). Of course, a lot of machinery can easily last beyond the warranty point in the right circumstances. That said, what can an average homeowner or landscaping crew boss expect to get out of their Stihl trimmer?Ī residential Stihl trimmer can last for more than 4 years without any major problems. Given the Stihl track record for producing quality products, we know that you can expect a trimmer to last for at least 2 years for gas powered models and 3 years for battery operated machines. How do we know this? Because they guarantee them for at least this long, backed by their warranty agreements. Other than that, start up your new trimmer, let it warm up for a minute or two, and then let her sing. It is definitely a good idea to check over all visible parts for any defects, loose connections, or improper fittings. Yet, others declare this is completely unnecessary. This is supposed to allow time for the engine parts to settle into their ‘groove’, so to speak. With that being said, some professionals advise the use of a bit more oil in the gas of 2 stroke engines. The proper oil and gas mixture needs to be in the tank of any 2 stroke engine and giving it 1-2 minutes to warm up before use is best practice for any age of Stihl or other string trimmers. Truthfully, there is very little that needs to be done in order to break in a Stihl weedeater. So in the beginning, how should you break in a Stihl weedeater? How you treat it is a big component in how long it will take care of you. From the fist time you start it up you are preserving or taking away lifespan. 7 The Final Touches On How Long A Stihl Trimmer Lasts… How Do You Break In A Stihl Weedeater?įirst things first… When you initially touch your Stihl string trimmer is when you begin to affect how long it will last.5.1 Stihl Trimmers Are Good For Most Any Job.4.2 Stihl Monthly or Bi-Monthly Overviews.3 How To Prolong A Stihl Trimmer’s Lifespan.1 How Do You Break In A Stihl Weedeater?.
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