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Expert: John C. Bridgers Sr. - 5/28/2007


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We have had this lawn mower for one year and have not been able to start it cold.  We play with it for an hour or so and then it will start.  Took it to a repair shop and it started right up.  I tried it at the repair shop and it started for me, but here at home....just won't happen.  Frustrating....Please help me.

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Hello Janna:

Has Anyone Emptied the Gas Tank and Cleaned it Out? Check the Cut Off Switch at the Engine Brake Assembly. If May be Moving Around and Grounding the Engine. The Vibration and Movement are the Key here. If the engine is Just Hard Starting, then Check the Choke/Primer and Ensure that Gas is Being Pumped Into the Carburetor Throat when you Prime the Engine. If Not, then the Primer Orfice is Restricted and Causing the Problem. Hope this Helps. I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Let Me Know What Happens, Please. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully  

John

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John C. Bridgers Sr.

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Small Engine Service Center Co-Owner - ATVs, Mowers, Trimmers, Snow throwers, and Many Other Small Engine Operated Equipment. I can answer questions pertaining to Most Small Engines (Air and Water Cooled) and their Associated Equipment as well as Lawn and Garden Equipment, e.g. riders, tillers, trimmers, cement mixers, chainsaws, etc. I have been repairing small engines for 34 years. Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, Kohler, Lawn Boy, Stihl, Poulan, Mac, and Honda; to name a few.

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I have been repairing small engines for 34 years. Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, Kohler, Lawn Boy, Stihl, Poulan, Mac, and Honda; to name a few.

Education/Credentials
Technical College for Gasoline and Diesel Engines. This was a Full Course on Complete Dis-assembly and Repair of ALL Components pertaining to Engines, Transmissions, Rear Ends, Electrical. I Found the Small Engines to be Interesting because they are Small and Simple.

Past/Present Clients
I have worked on small air/water cooled engines for 34 Years. I performed warranty work for Lowes of Wilson and other retailers in the area. I Own a Yard Maintenance and Certified Small Engine Repair Service Center.

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