Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.)/Craftsman 55cc chain saw

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Expert: John C. Bridgers Sr. - 12/1/2006


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I have a new Craftsman 55cc Max Fire Ignition 18" chain saw I received as a gift. On about the 3rd tank full it stalled out after running fine. I have been unable to get it to run again. I used the 40:1 mix with fresh gas. I am getting fuel to the cylinder, I have spark but changed the plug anyway. The air cleaner is fine but I do notice gas in the intake while trying to start it up. I checked the exhaust and cleaned it out (no real fouling anyway) and it pulls fine. Any suggestions? I am at a loss.
Thanks!!


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 Hello Phil:

 Are you Sure it Isn't Flooded? When a 2-cycle Engine Stalls Most Times it will Flood. To Clear a Flooded 2-cycle Engine Remove the Coil Lead from the Plug. Remove the Plug and Holding the Throttle Full Open, Pull the Starter 5 or 6 Times and Then Replace the Plug and Coil Lead. Hope this Helps. I am here if you Require more Assistance. Let me know what Happens, Please. Thanks. Be Safe.

 Good Luck

 Respectfully

 John

 PS: Merry Christmas and Happy New Year (:-))

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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.

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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.

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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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