Motormaster lawnmower will not stay started

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03-23-12, 10:48 AM

popsss

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Motormaster lawnmower will not stay started

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I have a MotorMaster gas lawnmower 4.25hp and the only way it will stay started is if I put a piece of paper towel in the fuel filter compartment with the fuel filter also. I had a carb kit done on it. any advise?

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03-23-12, 11:12 AM

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The paper towel acts as a choke to enrich the gas/air mix. There is still something preventing the proper flow of gas. If the carb kit was installed by a shop, contact them first.

03-23-12, 05:17 PM

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Hello popsss,

Sounds to me you have a restricted main jet/bowl nut, This needs to be checked and cleaned. Here's a LINK to carb disassembly and cleaning....

Good Luck