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craftsman mower bizarre!

18 years ago

I have a craftsman 6.75 mower (front wheel drive) with a tecumseh motor. I can get the mower started with carb cleaner, and after about 1 minute of spraying on and off, the mower will run just fine on its own. The next time I start it up, same story. I cleaned the carb,, but can't figure this one out. Help!

Thanks.

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chrisexv6
18 years ago
Maybe an air intake leak? Sealing itself after the engine warms up.

Check the carb mounting to the block to make sure the bolts/screws are tight. Check the gasket if you can see it too.

With the mower running, spray carb cleaner around areas where gaskets would be (carb to intake, etc). if the engine RPMs change, your leak might be there.
bill_kapaun
18 years ago
IF the carb bowl is held on by a "brass nut", remove it and clean the holes out.
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