How Do I Use Propane in a Weed Trimmer?

While gasoline weed trimmers leave the smell of pollution in the air, propane weed trimmers are a great eco-friendly alternative to the useful lawn appliance. The propane weed trimmer is the new generation of lawn care tool, and unlike gasoline tools, you don't have to mix the propane with oil for the machine to work. Although propane weed trimmers are generally heavier than gasoline ones, they are just as powerful and effective as the tool you know and love.

Propane weed trimmer
Propane
Funnel
Safety glasses
Gloves

Instructions

- 1
  Tilt the weed trimmer so the opening to the propane holding tank is facing upward. Unscrew the cap to the propane tank.
- 2
  Place a funnel into the opening of the propane holding tank.
- 3
  Pour propane into the weed trimmer's holding tank until it is three-quarters full. Carefully remove the funnel to avoid dripping any excess propane along the sides of the tank.
- 4
  Screw the propane tank cap closed, making sure it is tight and secure.
- 5
  Read the owner's manual for instructions on how to start the propane weed trimmer; different types and models have different methods of starting. Most propane weed trimmers require you to press a primer pump five times, then pull on the starter string six to 10 times.
- 6
  Put on your gloves and safety goggles.
- 7
  Hold the weed trimmer at a 35-degree angle and move it slowly back and forth across the grass to create an even trim.

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