Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): 10HP YARD MACHINE SNOWBLOWER, yard machines snow blower, fuel tank cap

Question
I HAVE A 10 HP YARD MACHINES SNOW BLOWER MODEL # 31AE665E118. THE ISSUE I HAVE IS AS FOLLOWS... I PRIME THE GAS PULL CORD IT FIRES RIGHT UP I RUN IT  ENGAGE WHEELS AND AUGERS IT MAKES 2 PATHS AND STARTS STUTTERING AND STALLS ...THEN WHEN TRYING TO START IT AGAIN IT TAKES A WHILE TO GET IT TO FIRE... I PRIME IT AND GAS DRIPS DOWN FROM CARB BOWL ANY IDEAS? THANKS

Answer
JOSH

Problem: Engine starts easily but dies after a few seconds.
Possible causes:

Fuel tank is empty or shutoff valve is closed, or fuel line or fuel tank cap vent is clogged.
Carburetor is overchoked.
Carburetor is improperly adjusted or needs service.

Problem: Engine idles roughly, unevenly, or surges.
Possible causes:

Carburetor is dirty.
Air leak in carburetor or intake manifold (e.g., bad O-ring, gasket, primer).
Carburetor is improperly adjusted or needs service.