Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Lawnmower got rained on, vent hole, filter paper

Question
My lawn mower got left out in the rain, and now it won't start.  It is a Craftsman 6.5 Vulcher.  I have never had any work done on it, and I purchased it last year.  Can it be repaired?  If so,I'm very handy, is it something I could try myself?  Thanks in advance.

Answer
The only harm I can think of is the air filter (paper) is wet.  Try removing the air filter and starting it up.  If the air filter is the problem, let it dry out completely and re-install (unless it's dirty, replace it).  The vent hole for the tank is too small for any significant amount of water to enter the fuel.  Hope this helps.