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Poulon Kicks back like a motorcycle

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looking4trth

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I have a Poulon Pro 21" 7.0 self-propelled lawn mower, Briggs & Stratton engine, that kicks back like a motorcycle when I pull the cord to start it. It is very hard to start, but eventually will start after I have pulled the starter cord 20+ times.

Before I start taking it apart I would like to have some idea of what I'm looking for and where I'll find it. I have kept current with regular maintenance of my mower.

I know my way around an engine but do not have experience with a lawnmower engine.

If someone could point me in the right direction I would certainly appreciate the assistance.

Thanks,
L4T


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ILENGINE

First think I would check would be is the,flywheel key offset or sheared. If the key is offset or sheared it will effect timing, which can cause kickback.


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Phil G

looking4trth said:
:newhere:

I have a Poulon Pro 21" 7.0 self-propelled lawn mower, Briggs & Stratton engine, that kicks back like a motorcycle when I pull the cord to start it. It is very hard to start, but eventually will start after I have pulled the starter cord 20+ times.

Before I start taking it apart I would like to have some idea of what I'm looking for and where I'll find it. I have kept current with regular maintenance of my mower.

I know my way around an engine but do not have experience with a lawnmower engine.

If someone could point me in the right direction I would certainly appreciate the assistance.

Thanks,
L4T
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As Ilengine says, flywheel key. Has it ever stopped hard whilst using, ie hitting an immovable object?

What's the compression like?


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EngineMan

EngineMan

Check the carb and also make sure the choke is working right it maybe getting too much fuel.


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