May 10, 2009
Why is fuel leaking around the air filter on my trimmer?
Craftsmen 5.5 Eager1 WeedTrimmer Model 917-773420 Fuel leaks from the Carburetor around the air filter on my Craftsmen weed trimmer
Wade_
Expert
Most of the time that would mean the float in the carburetor is sticking. Remove the bowl from the carb and clean well (with carb/choke cleaner) and see if the problem goes away. If not, you may want to consider just replacing the carb.
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