More Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.) Answers
Question Library
Ask a question about Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.)
Volunteer
Experts of the Month
Expert Login
Awards
About Us
Tell friends
Link to Us
Disclaimer
|
| |
|
|
| |
| | | |
About BEN
Expertise
I will answer most questions related to this field of small engine repairs,servicing them and trouble shooting problem.Can not answer questions with out the proper Engine Model#,Spec # and Manufacture.
Experience
Presently own a small engine repair shop and a Electrical contracting business.I have been in this field for 26 years.
Education/Credentials
Kohler,Briggs & Stratton,Tecumseh,MTD,Honda,and other Dealer Schools
Awards and Honors
HONORABLE DISCHARGE FROM THE UNITED STATES NAVY VIET NAM SERVICE MEDAL,GOOD CONDUCT AWARD EXPERT MARKSMANSHIP AWARD
| | |
| |
You are here: Experts > Home/Garden > Home Appliances > Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.) > John Deere 30cc S1400 cutting out
Expert: BEN
Date: 8/31/2008
Subject: John Deere 30cc S1400 cutting out
Question
Hi Ben,
Can I please trouble you with a fuel problem with my John Deere trimmer. Model #S1400, UT20810, serial #MC1290755.
I just bought this trimmer from a guy who said it has been sitting for quite a while (two years!) out in the weather. I was very doubtful, but when it started and idled just fine, I thought it would be OK so I bought it. When I got it home though, it wont develop any power and spits/sputters past idle. I've cleaned the muffler and screens, so I understand I need to clean the carburetor from Johns recent similar question about this problem.
Question: Can you please advise me on what I need to target within the carburetor? I am hesitant to buy a kit, they can be so expensive and most often the problem is just a clogged needle. Can you please tell me specifically what I need to blow out or replace to get this thing running correctly at higher RPM's? Also, I cant find any info on what ratio fuel to mix- right now I'm running @ 50:1....is that correct?
Thank you very much for any info you can provide on this.
Cheers,
Dan
Answer
Dan
Since this trimmer has been out in the weather for two years you definitely have a carburetor problem.
First thing you need to do is take the carb off the trimmer,Now I need to let you know 1 thing make sure you either take pictures of how it was installed and what you take apart or make notes because this will get confusing when you start to put it back together. Nothing more frustrating then rebuilding a carb and having it not work because you installed the parts wrong.
Problem: Engine operates erratically, surges, and runs unevenly.
Possible causes:
1. Fuel line or fuel tank cap vent is clogged.
2. There is water in the fuel.
3. Fuel pump is defective.
4. Governor is not set properly, sticking, or binding.
5. Carburetor needs adjustment or service.
6. Loose carburetor/intake pipe resulting in vacuum leak.
The fuel ratio you need is 40-1 less oil
Add to this Answer
Ask a Question
|
|
