Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): craftsman 2, model 917257621, briggs and stratton, adjustment screws

Question
briggs and stratton model 289707, type 0130 01, code 9406224b: will start with starter fluid but will not stay on; will also not start in high rev. I changed the plug, fuel filter, but i dont know anything about the carb. I also blew compressed air to clear blockage.  

Answer
Hello John:

Remove, Disassemble and Soak Overnight in Carburetor Cleaner (I Use Gunk). I have Found that Most People can Use a Breakdown/IPL to Remove and Disassemble the Carburetor Enough for Proper Cleaning. You Only have to Remove the Bowl, Float Pin, Float and Needle Valve and Any Adjustment Screws that Go Into the Carburetor Body. The Welch Plugs Do Not have to be Removed. Then Soak the Carburetor Body and Parts in a 1 Gallon Can of Gunk Carburetor Cleaner Overnight. Once the Carburetor and Parts are in the Cleaner, you can Replace the Lid for Safety and to Prevent Accidential Spillage. Then Blow Out the Passages with Compressed Air. Install New Parts if Required. You can View a Breakdown/IPL of this Engine at this Site Addy, http://www.outdoordistributors.com/ and Select the B. Then Select Briggs and Stratton. Then Select Don't have Part Numbers. Then Select the File # 28. Then Select the Folder # 289700. The Carburetor Breakdown/IPL is on Page 3 of 17. Hope this Helps. I am here if you Require more Assistance. Let me know what Happens, Please. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John