How do you replace the fuel lines on a chainsaw?

Instructions

Drain the fuel tank. Wear work gloves to protect your hands.
Remove the cylinder shield.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and remove the air filter.
Remove the fuel filter.
Remove the carburetor.
Remove the old fuel lines.
Install the new fuel lines.
Install the fuel filter.

Which fuel line goes to the primer bulb?

The (clear) main fuel line with the filter (filter inside the fuel tank) goes to the bottom of the carburetor (or the elbow shaped nipple). The (clear) fuel intake line runs from the top of the carburetor (straight nipple) and goes to the short post on the back of the primer bulb.

What size fuel line does a Craftsman chainsaw take?

1/4 inch
Fuel line, 1/4 inch inside diameter hose. Cut to fit if needed.

What size fuel line does a Craftsman chainsaw use?

How many fuel lines does a chainsaw have?

two fuel lines
Most chainsaws have two fuel lines — one that feeds fuel into the carburetor and a return tube that allows unused fuel to flow back into the chainsaw gas tank. The return tube may be slightly larger in diameter than the tubing that feeds the fuel, or both tubes may be the same size.

Why do Weedeaters have 2 fuel lines?

The supply lines need to connect to the fuel tank so that, when the weed eater is held in the operating position, they are below the fuel level. The lower line on the carburetor should be the supply line, the upper one would be above fuel to vent air.

How do you replace fuel line on Craftsman chainsaw?

If the fuel lines are brittle due to age, it is best to replace the entire line system while you have the chain saw in pieces. Use the screwdriver to remove the main cover from the chainsaw. Unscrew and remove the air filter and the starter pull, which is blocking the primer bulb on most models.

What is the fuel mixture for a craftsman chainsaw?

The Oil-to-Gas Ratio for the Craftsman 2.0 Chainsaw. The Craftsman 2.0 chainsaw, as with all gas-powered Craftsman saws, requires mixed fuel for combustion. This fuel combines gasoline and an engine oil, which lubricates the piston and crankcase during operation.

What kind of oil is used for Craftsman electric chainsaw?

The type of oil that you want to use for your electric chainsaw is a bar and chain oil. This type of oil is specially designed to provide lubrication to the chainsaw bar and chain. These are usually safe to use and do not harm the environment.

What fuel does a Stihl Chainsaw use?

Stihl chain saws use two kinds of oil to lubricate the engine and the bar. Two-cycle engine oil for chain saws is mixed into the fuel instead of poured in a separate reservoir. Without the proper ratio of engine oil, the motor on your saw can overheat and suffer severe damage.