Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Briggs & Stratton Carburetor, briggs stratton engine, briggs stratton

Question
I have a 15 year old Snapper mower with a 4HP Briggs & Stratton engine.  I had it in the shop several years ago and it ran fine when I got it back.  However, the gas left in the tank evaporates.  I can smell it it when I go into my storage room.  The carb mounts directly on the tank (no bowl or float).  I am guessing that the repairman left some component out or installed it incorrectly.  Where can I find a schematic that shows where all the pieces and parts go.  I have had it apart and put it together again after cleaniing it.  It will run, although hard to start, but it still lets the gas evaporate.  (It has a good spark.)

Thanks for your help.  Geoff

Answer
Well Geoff (Really different way of spelling Jeff),

Are you of Nordic origin?  I recommend that you get a cloth and plug up the hole you have in the gas tank.  Try not to put the ole cigarettes out on the gas filled cloth.  Gas is very combustible and will blow up if slow leaking out of a container.  Why I once blew up the whole left side of my body because of plugging a hole in a gas tank.  After the 3rd degree burns healed I still have a little twitch that isn't quite right.  Plus, short term memory is not even an option for me anymore.  I mean heck sometimes I forget whether I am answering a question or just updating the resume.  Cletus Edmond, Ontario CA 1117 Aboot street Small Engine repair.  See what I mean.  You may try putting security cameras out to make sure some thief is not syphoning the gas out of the tank.  Gas is quite a precious resource these days.  It is outrageous in Ontario.  Maybe we should consult the gas experts.  I have been watching my gas like a hawk.  It has to be a thief or a hole.

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