How To Restring A Homelite Weed Eater

Restringing a Homelite weed eater involves replacing the trimmer line on the spool. The exact process can vary depending on the model of your Homelite weed eater, but here's a general guide that should cover most situations.

You will need replacement trimmer line (check your weed eater's manual for the recommended line size) and something to cut the new line to length.

You may also need a screwdriver or Allen wrench depending on the trimmer head model.

Procedure.

Prepare the Weed Eater

Ensure the weed eater is turned off and disconnect the spark plug wire to prevent accidental starts.

Remove the Trimmer Head Cover

Locate the trimmer head on your weed eater. It usually has a cover that needs to be removed. This cover may be secured with screws or a bump knob that can be twisted off.

Access the Spool

Once the cover is removed, you should see the spool that holds the trimmer line. In some models, the spool is part of the cover. Now remove the old trimmer line.

Take note of how the existing trimmer line is threaded through the spool. Remove any remaining pieces of old trimmer line.

Cut a suitable length of replacement trimmer line. The length will depend on the size of your spool and the recommended line size for your weed eater. Refer to your weed eater's manual for guidance.

Thread the New Trimmer Line

Follow the directional arrows on the spool to thread the new trimmer line. In most cases, you'll need to insert the line into designated holes or notches on the spool.

Secure the Trimmer Line in place

Once the new trimmer line is threaded through the spool, secure the ends in any provided notches or grooves on the spool.

Reassemble the Trimmer Head Cover

If you removed screws or a bump knob, reattach them to secure the trimmer head cover back in place.

Trim the Excess Line to the Correct Length

If necessary, use scissors or a utility knife to trim the ends of the trimmer line to the appropriate length. Refer to your weed eater's manual for guidance on the recommended length.

Reconnect the spark plug wire to the spark plug.

Test the Trimmer

Start the Homelite weed eater and test the trimmer to ensure the new line feeds properly.

Always refer to your weed eater's user manual for model-specific instructions and safety guidelines. If you no longer have the manual, you can often find it on the manufacturer's website or contact your local Homelite authorized service dealer.