lawn mower dying

[asong]

hi,

i have a briggs and stratton engine. it is a gas mower by yard machine.

the lawn mower works good in the beginning, but then after a while it will just die. i will have to wait 5 minutes or so and start it up again, but it will just die again. is this fixable or should i buy a new lawn mower?

 

[combatcarl]

Fixable. You'll need to research (based off the model of engine) the carburetor type, how to remove it, how to clean it, and what to replace. If its a briggs n stratton, they're generally very simple carbs, and easy to rebuild and clean. Stuff to do at the same time would be: check/change spark plug, check/change flywheel key, change oil, check/sharpen blade. Google, partstree.com, amazon, and manufacturer sites will be your best friend.
This site too. http://outdoorpowerinfo.com/repairs/briggs_stratton_carburetor_cleaning_repair.asp
Most of my hobby info comes from here for carb rebuilds in step-by-step processes.

 

[mistermowerman]

hi,

i have a briggs and stratton engine. it is a gas mower by yard machine.

the lawn mower works good in the beginning, but then after a while it will just die. i will have to wait 5 minutes or so and start it up again, but it will just die again. is this fixable or should i buy a new lawn mower?

Hello, Make sure the fuel cap is venting or been replaced with a oil can cap .Gary :smile: