QuestionHi John,
I have a B&S 5.5 HP Model 128802 (type 0211-01, code 93092 159) engine on a Snapper lawn mower purchased in 1995. I had to ship it to my new address so it spent about 3 months drained of oil and gas. Before it was shipped it ran great. I tried to restart it this weekend and couldn't get it started.
Here's what I've done so far. Added 20 ounces of SAE30 oil, new plug (Champion RJ19LM) gapped to 0.030, new air filter, and added fresh gas.
When I added the fresh gas, the gas started to flow out of the air cleaner so I removed and cleaned the carburetor. The float didn't have any fluid in it and there was some debris in the needle valve. After replacing the carburetor the gas no longer flowed out of the air cleaner and the bowl of the carburetor was filled with gas.
The plug does spark when held against the motor and the cord is pulled. Even after trying to start it repeatedly, the spark plug is dry and doesn't smell like gas.
When I pull the starter cord the engine sounds like it is trying to start but it just doesn't have the gas to run. What else can I try to get this mower started? Thanks for your help.
Sincerely,
Kelly
AnswerHello Kelly:
From your Description, it Sounds like the Carburetor Jet is Restricted with Varnish and is Not Allowing Gas to Flow to the Cylinder. **Remove, Disassemble and Soak the Carburetor Overnight in Carburetor Cleaner (I Use Gunk). I have Found that Most People can Use a Breakdown/IPL and Disassemble the Carburetor Enough for Proper Cleaning. You Only have to Remove the Bowl (if Applicable), Float Pin (if Applicable), Float (if Applicable) 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. The Can has a Parts Tray Inside it for the Small Parts. Once the Carburetor and Parts are in the Cleaner, you can Replace the Lid for Safety and to Prevent Accidental Spillage. Then Blow Out the Passages with Compressed Air. Install New Parts if Required.** Soaking a Small Engine Carburetor is the ONLY Sure Way to Clean one. Spray Cleaners Just Loosen the Varnish, while Soaking the Carburetor Dissolves the Varnish. You can View a Breakdown/IPL of this Engine at this Site Addy, http://www.smallenginepartswarehouse.com/parts.asp and Select the Shop Online Parts Look Up. Then Select the Model Tab. Then Select the OEM and Enter the Model (5 or 6 Digits) and Type Numbers (first 4 digits Only). Example: 128802-0211. Then Double Click on the Model in the Results Area. Select Sectional Index. Now you can Select the Section of the Engine you Wish to View. If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem, I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Thanks.
Good Luck
Respectfully
John
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Respectfully
John
