Troy-Bilt mower smoking

[Edwhite]

Troy-Bilt 21 inch self-propelled walk behind is smoking, sometimes like crazy, & then conks out.
What is the deal?
Thanks.
Ed White

 

[ILENGINE]

What engine is one your mower complete with model number information. That way we know if it is the Kohler, Briggs, Honda, Kawasaki, Tecumseh, or Powermore engine.

 

[reynoldston]

What color is the smoke?

 

[logan01]

here's a good start, regardless of engine brand name. Why is My Engine Smoking? | Briggs & Stratton FAQ. If it's black smoke you have an overly rich condition.