Runs and then cuts out...

[jcbrooke]

Hey all,

I wonder if any of you experts would be able to help me with this...

I own a Qualcast Suffolk Punch 35s, like the one below. It was running well until I was halfway through cutting the lawn, when it died

It will now turn over and run for a few seconds, the die. There is no response to throttle position either. I can't really figure out whats going on.

Is anyone any to suggest where to start?



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[Parkmower]

I'd start by just lookin at the throttle cable and linkage to be sure everything is moving properly. And just make sure nothing had fallen off. Then look at your fuel lines and filter. And then remove the float bowl from the carb and clean that and spray carb cleaner inside. If that doesn't help you'll need to remove the whole carb and clean it.
It sounds like it's a fuel issue so that where to start.

 

[pugaltitude]

How old is it? Is it QR cassette type which takes a scarifier or older?
If it is what engine is fitted either tecumseh or kawasaki.
If its not and its the older type without the scarifier cassette then more likley the y pack coil has failed.

 

[jcbrooke]

Hey,

The throttle cable seems fine, the filter and fuel line seem clear, I gave the carb a quick clean which made it slightly better - but still bad! see below.

I'm struggling to find how to detach the float bowl.

Any ideas?

 

[jcbrooke]

Back again!

Anyone have any tuning info on a Dellorto FHC 20 13 A carb?

Also, any idea how to test the coil?


Many thanks!