b+s engine running very slow

asong

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i have a b+s engine, and when i start it, it runs, then couple seconds later the engine just slows down and dies. i change the oil not too long ago, air filter looks fine.

there is this spring by the air filter, and when i poke it with a screw driver, it runs really fast, then when i let it go, it goes back to slow. maybe i have to replace the spring?
 
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Sounds like carburetor is the problem. Give it a clean.
What is the model, type and code of the engine?
Could be a diaphragm problem if fitted.
The spring is for the governor and controls rpm when engine running.
 
hi and ty.

model number is: 11A-414D129

serial number is: 1F281K31342

it is a Yard Machines 4HP 21'' mower.
 
Sounds like carburetor is the problem. Give it a clean.
What is the model, type and code of the engine?
Could be a diaphragm problem if fitted.
The spring is for the governor and controls rpm when engine running.

hi.

i cleaned the carburetor not too long ago. it pumps well, so i dont think thats the problem.

i think the spring is messed up. not sure where its suppose to go. if i take a picture, can you see if its in the right place? ty.
 
You have to bend the bracket that the spring is attached to. Probably bent it in running into bushes.

hi. here is a picture.

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Can you take off that large spring and send another picture? There should only be one spring and I don't know what the small one is for. Thank you, I'll be here until 9PM central time.
 
hi.

im looking at the manual, and it says the remote throttle control may need adjustment. any idea how i can do this? ty.
 
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