Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Craftsman model 917.270670, craftsman model, soleniod

Question
My craftman model 917.270670 16 hp will turn but not start.  Checked the plug and it sparks.  Fuel is flowing thru the fuel filter.  It appears that it is not getting gas somehow.  Took off the air filter and poured a little gas directly in and still nothing.  Any recommendations?

Answer
 Hello Tom:

 1- Check the Compression. Compression should be 70psi or Better. 2- Remove the Valve Cover and Inspect the Valve Push Tube and Rocker Arms. Ensure they are Working Properly. 3- This Engine has a Fuel Control Soleniod in the Bowl of the Carburator. Remove the Soleniod and TEMPORARLY Replace it with a Short Bolt. If the Soleniod is the Problem, then Replace it. You can View a Breakdown of this Mower at this Addy http://shop.briggsandstratton.com/BShopProductListingPage.asp?rsvp=0&PARENTID=0&... Enter the Model Number 310707 and Type Number 0136. These are the Model and Type Numbers of the Engine on your Mower. Then Click Search. Then Scroll to the 2nd Listing and Click View PDF. This will Download the Breakdown for your Engine to View Online. Hope this Helps. Let me know what Happens, Please. I enjoy knowing the Outcome. Thanks.

 Good Luck

 Respectfully

 John