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Subject Toro Powerlite dieseling
Question My Toro powerlite (witch i've had about 10 - 12 years) has never let me down and still runs great. I maintain it seasonally.Last year it started dieseling when i turn the key to shut it off. The only way to shut it down is to choke it. It runs noticeably rough after i turn the key, but won't stop running. Its a two stroke Tecumseh, 3 horse. Pull start.My guess is it needs a carb rebuild. Any help is appreciated.
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Answer Excessive combustion chamber deposits can create hotspots and elevated compression ratios that can cause dieseling. However in your situation i would first check the key switch to make sure it is making a good connection to ground out the ignition.
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Answered Question
Subject Toro Powerlite dieseling
Question My Toro powerlite (witch i've had about 10 - 12 years) has never let me down and still runs great. I maintain it seasonally.Last year it started dieseling when i turn the key to shut it off. The only way to shut it down is to choke it. It runs noticeably rough after i turn the key, but won't stop running. Its a two stroke Tecumseh, 3 horse. Pull start.My guess is it needs a carb rebuild. Any help is appreciated.
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Answer Excessive combustion chamber deposits can create hotspots and elevated compression ratios that can cause dieseling. However in your situation i would first check the key switch to make sure it is making a good connection to ground out the ignition.
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Whats the best way to clean out the deposits?
Answer Hello Kevin:
Remove the Muffler and Using a Small Wire Brush and Screw Driver to Scrape and Brush the Exhaust Port and the TOP of the Piston to Remove the Carbon. Hope this Helps. I am here if you Require more Assistance. Thanks.
Good Luck
Respectfully
John
