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Expert: Eric A. Jones - 8/23/2006


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Thanks for the help yesterday, I did what you said and removed the air filter, and the mower ran.  When I replace it back it won't start.  Should I just replace the air filter.  Also do you know where the plug is to drain the oil?  Thanks.

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I would replace the filter.  The drain plug is located on the bottom of the engine.  If you have a self-propel model the drain plug may be covered by belt guards.

It may be easier to have a second person help you drain the oil out of the dipstick tube by tilting the machine.

Let me know if this helps.
Eric

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Lawnmower Repair . Certified Master Service Technician from B&S. Have 13 years experience on B&S, Lawn Chief, Weed Eater, Echo, Peerless, Wheel Horse, Snapper, Atlas, MTD, McCulloch, Homelite and many other numerous brands. Specialize in electrical repair.

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Born and raised in the midwest. Started tinkering with engines when I was about 14 on my Suzuki RM-80. I began lawn mower repair at a small hardware store. I knew absolutely nothing. I read lots of repair manuals and met an older fellow who taught me many lessons. I continued working on small engines through high school and paid my way through college working on mowers at the same hardware store. Decided to get away from the midwest and mower repair so I joined the Air Force. I repaired air traffic control electronic equipment and ended up in Hawaii where I got a part time job at Small Engine Clinic. I gained a lot of experience from the Small Engine Clinic and had a blast repairing small engines. I then took the Briggs and Stratton Master Service Technician test and earned my MST. I then traveled to Wisconsin where I attended the factory update training seminar and received formal training. I received a scholarship from the Air Force and am currently pursuing another degree.

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