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I disassembled the unit to inspect the bulb and fuel lines. Both are fine, not cracked and hold pressure. When I press the bulb I hear a whistle in the tank, see bubbles, but nothing goes to the bulb. My next step is going to be compressed air to the carb. Suggestions?? Thanks!

The Briggs engine is on a Little Wonder edger. Bought it last year, took it apart, cleaned, reassembled and still very hard to start. Fast forward to this spring, it would not start. Premium, non ethanol gas and no Stabil. Checked for spark, OK. Dribbled a little gas into engine fired right up...

Well, the story continues. I ended up finding a 4 year old HRX217 w/electric start and bag from a couple moving from IL to FL. A whopping $200. What an amazing machine. The old HR215 went to a friends son who bought his first house!

Final note on this one. Fired it up today and it ran like a champ!!

Compressor arrived and really blew out the carb. Reassembled and fired it up, initially it surged but after five minutes of run time it appeared to smooth out. Tomorrow we put it to work!!

Nice try! That underpowered old slug isn't going anywhere!

The wings ride up near the top of the deck.

Honda HR215 bought new in 1992. Still runs and looks great. Toying with the idea of a newer one for the bigger engine and twin blade mulch system.

OK, all the parts arrived, installed on mower. Cut the grass today and it definitely was a much finer mulch. IMHO, the 140 cc engine on my HR 215 is just not strong enough for teh additional weight of a second blade and the additional clippings its chopping into a finer mulch. Thanks for all the...

Some place in the system is a slight restriction. Could be in the transition ports, could be in the high speed to idle area of the carb where it gets it fuel from the high speed side of the carb. May only take .001 restriction in that system some place to cause issues. I've been trying to do...

There is no adjusting screw only this jet.

Model: 091202 - Type: 1354-E1 - Code: 0505 23YA

Update: Removed the carb and disassembled again. Carb cleaner and a small wire through every orifice. Reassembled and no different. When running on high there is the occasional backfire. This carb has a jet that is screwed all the way in, see first photo. There is no idle mix valve and spring.

When you replaced the diaphragm, did you remember to install both the spring and protective cup under the diaphragm with the cup against the diaphragm. YES, all parts in a tub, none left, installed cup to gasket. I’m also assuming you made sure that both pickup tubes were clear? YES! Does the...

Did that test and it was fine.

Doing more searching online, I believe you're right... That being said, I cannot get this engine to run right. Disassembled and cleaned the carb, new diaphragm and it still searches. Any suggestions???

About a month ago I bought a used gas edger with a 3.5 Briggs. Took the seller a few pulls but it started. Once running it searched and searched. OK, needs a diaphragm. Pulled the carb, cleaned it, replaced the diaphragm. I'm no expert at these, but it started much easier, but still searched. I...

TY! Already have the plug! The original mulch kit came with the plug and a mulch blade to swap. Ordered the upper blade and mounting kit.

So, are you suggesting I mount the HRX blade system on my HR215?

You are correct again. I have this machine operating way better than it was. Pressure washer took off about 3-4 lbs of crud. I replaced the oil fill o-ring, completely clogged air filter, cracked gas line, changed the oil and fixed crack in the plastic fuel tank. My neighbors an older gent I'll...

That makes sense. I looked at the 0505 as a lower number than the 9808, not as the build date. My bad. Thanks for your help!!

This one has one spring on the handle, left side when you operate - not broke. Adjustment - Loosened bracket, slid cable jacket towards mower til cable was snug, tightened bracket.

It's a Little Wonder Edger. Carb has been gone through again and again. 3.5 Briggs, Model: 091202, Type: 1354-E1, Code: 0505 23YA.

Yes, as per the manual.

Grabbed the bull by the horns as they say and cleaned/disassembled/lubed most of the rear axles, wheels and such. The Personal Pace will now disengage, but one issue remains. As you gently push down the speed goes from slow to fast in a heatbeat, there's no in between...

I believe the carb I have is past it's useful life. No replacement available B&S or chinese. Parts diagram lists a 499953 as a later carb for my engine. Safe to use in this circumstance??

Yes the old hr214 215 216 you were able to buy the mulch plug and 2 blade kit but still doesn’t mulch for much of anything. Interesting, I bought the mulch kit with our mower in 1992 and it was only one blade.

I cut mine yesterday and I was leaving behind pieces that were 1" or longer, you could definitely see them in the lawn. Blades are sharp and all that. I did try a Toro Super Recycler with the Personal Pace system from a neighbor. While I do believe it mulched finer, I did not care for the PP...

Yes my Honda is a bit on the old side, but it served as the trim mower for 23 years when i had a larger property and a Deere. We recently moved to a smaller place, Deere is gone, and the Honda gets regular duty again. Anyway, I have to assume the new models mulch much better. It's the only thing...

One of my neighbors brought his old Super Recycler over. Problem, when you start it the right rear wheel is engaged and it wants to go!! Any suggestions on where to start? Thank You!!

Model: 091202 Type: 1354 - E1 Code: 050523YA Tried the carb cleaner around the gaskets, no difference.

Well I got a little ahead of myself, removed the carb, cleaned all I could, replaced the diaghragm, cleaned the tank screen and inlet tube. Gaskets appeared to be in great shape. It started way easier, but the surging continues. Anything else to consider besides the gaskets??

I know enough about this to be dangerous! With an 11 year old machine I would assume a diaphragm replacement would be in order. Additionally removing the carb from the tank to clean the fuel screen and fuel pick up tube are probably in order as well. Anything else to consider as I hope to only...

I swapped the handrails from another mower, cleaned the carb and the only issue is it won't shut off. If I push the assembly to make contact with the switch it shuts off but there is some resistance keeping the cable from pushing it off. Ideas??

I picked up this mower real cheap knowing something was wrong, but hoping it could be fixed. Spent a few solid hours cleaning it, what a mess. From what I've read there are two areas to look at: A) The belt - It appears tight and in relatively good shape, B) The connection on the transmission...

Greets kids!!! Couple of Honda's in the shed, HR 215 & HRX 217. Questions on each, I'll post in the appropriate section!!