push mower hard to start

[jpittman]

my push mower pulls hard and won't start. I pulled the spark plug out, and it still pulls hard. can you give me some ideas on what to do next?


Thanks'
Jerry

 

[Russ2251]

Check oil level.
Check valve lash.
Check flywheel brake for proper operation.

 

[shiftsuper175607]

Check oil level.
Check valve lash.
Check flywheel brake for proper operation.

What Russ said and check for debris under the deck

 

[shiftsuper175607]

my push mower pulls hard and won't start. I pulled the spark plug out, and it still pulls hard. can you give me some ideas on what to do next?


Thanks'
Jerry

When you pull the handle to start... does the cable move on the engine?
This is what Russ is saying...is it releasing the brake?