Mower worked okay five days ago. New gas put in, spark plug looks fairly clean, filter not very dirty. Will run at at a low-to-moderate speed, but dies when throttle is moved all the way forward, as if it is being chocked down. The choke is activated by pushing in on a little rubber bulb, which springs back out after each push. How would I check the choke for proper action? I'm thinking it might be stuck in the choke position. Can anyone help?
2007-08-01 12:51:52 · 4 answers · asked by CHAZ 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
After some answers, I put carburetor cleaner liquid on the carburetor, cleaned the area on top of the carburetor, wiggled the control wires, mashed all along the length of the rubber tube from the gas tank to the carburetor, and left the gas cap loose. The mower started okay and kept running even when I advanced the throttle, then stopped twice while I was mowing, but then kept on working until I was able to mow the whole front yard and both side yards. Thanks, everybody, I don't know what made it start working, but I am very appreciative of all the suggestions.
2007-08-03 13:50:09 · update #1
The fuel filter may not look dirty but change it. Only a couple of dollars. It may be dirty enough that when more throttle is needed it cant supply the fuel. also check/clean your air filter, that will cause it also.
2007-08-01 13:24:31 · answer #1 · answered by blue_eagle74 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your engine doesn't have a choke. The bulb simply puts gas into the carburator. From what you describe, the main jet in the carburator is plugged. It will idle but not run at high speed. The carb needs to come off and be cleaned. Take the model number of your engine to the small engine shop and get a rebuild kit for the carb. Clean it good with parts cleaner making sure all the passages are clear. Also check your gas tank for debris and or water.
2007-08-01 22:09:10 · answer #2 · answered by renpen 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't know where you live but is your gas new from the can or new from the gas station?...there is a big difference..change the filter..and the spark-plub...make sure your blade is sharpened and balanced...and do change the oil...HD30 is what these require..though they have the new oil that is synthetic...I have found the viscosity breakdown is not acceptable and have asked my reps. about this..I get the run around..so, do not recommend the synthetics to anyone..but, these engines need the High Detergent..that is what the HD stands for...if you don't have a sales and service dealer in your area..your local napa will have it...they will have a carb. kit in case you need it...
Overall, sounds like you might need a good tune-up...but, gasoline is the worst thing on these...we have a fuel stabilizer that we use...however, I wouldn't recommend just leaving the fuel in there...run it out...best thing you can do for your carbureator..need any help, just send me a note..I can tell you what you might need to know...
2007-08-01 21:10:54 · answer #3 · answered by iceman55mew 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
spray ur carb with carb cleaner with the motor off let it soak 4 a while then start it up
2007-08-02 09:01:18 · answer #4 · answered by SAM L 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋