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If the lawn mower leaks gas the carburetor bowl gasket on the bottom of the carburetor might be dried out or missing. If the leak is coming from the bottom of the carburetor, try replacing the carburetor bowl gasket.
Clean the Tank and the Carburetor: A canister of carburetor cleaner can be used to clean the tank. The cleaner should be sprayed into the outtake hole of the gas tank fuel line. The interior of the tank should also be thoroughly sprayed.
Lawn mowers are built to withstand the abuse that comes from the tasks it performs. The build-up of dirt, mud, and grime that accumulates from using your mower can be easily cleaned with a blast from a pressure washer.
Gas leaks around the lawn mower air filter can indicate your engine valves are not working properly. If your engine has a fuel shut-off valve, ensure that this valve is closed when the engine is not in use.
You can tell if your engine`s flooded when you spot these signs: Very fast cranking (the engine sounds different when you turn the key – usually a `whirring` sound) A strong smell of petrol, especially around the exhaust.
An engine that`s getting gas and not starting probably has a flooded carburetor or cylinder soaked with gasoline. Often your nose can make the diagnosis: Flooded engines reek of unburned fuel. Park the mower on level ground, and wait about 15 minutes for the gas to evaporate.
Use Carburetor Cleaner

Fortunately, you can generally do this without even taking the carburetor out of the engine. Start by purchasing some commercial lawnmower carburetor cleanerOpens a new window, which comes in a simple spray can and will make it easy to clean the inside and outside of the carb.

Rinse all carburetor components in a bucket of clean water, and allow to air dry completely. For small holes and vents, use a can of compressed air to remove any excess moisture. Reassemble and replace.
The fuel and air will not mix as well as when your carburetor is balanced. This results in oil and gas spills from the exhaust of the lawn mower. The next time you see black liquid coming out of lawn mower exhaust vents, then this could be due to an imbalanced carburetor.
Loose, Dirty or Disconnected Spark Plug in Your Lawn Mower: Check it out, clean off debris, re-connect and tighten. Dirty Air Filter: Clean or replace. Fuel Not Reaching the Engine: Tap the side of the carburetor to help the flow of gas. If this doesn`t work, you might need a new fuel filter.

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Looking for information on a John Deere tractor S/N CH0850S017329 and the current estimated value of this tractor with approximately 2,700 hours on it.
ANSWER : Can you please post the model number of the tractor? Thanks

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Z425 zero turn turns over but won t crank – John Deere 48" 65Bushel Zero Turn Tractor Bagger
ANSWER : I would recommend that you check your fuel filter to see if it is dirty/clogged, check you spark plug to see if it is getting fire. Replace either if needed. If you are not getting spark there are only a few things that it could be, either a coil, pick up coil, or magneto.

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How do i replace a clutch on a JD 3020 tractor
ANSWER : Break it in half, then get with it.

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HOW TO PUT SPRING FOR PEDAL BRAKE ON. NEED DIAGRAM OR DIRECTIONS
ANSWER : Go to johndeer.com/parts.

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Fuel tank fuel pump is weak and tractor will run at times and other times will not start 6400 john deere tractor.
ANSWER : Have you tried giving it a good tuneup?

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Our john deere 400 is eating the belts for the front pto drive
ANSWER : Flat idler to left of belts is most likely seizing up during use.

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My la 125 john deere runs about 30 minutes then looses all fuel Ive changed fuel pump and filter and cleaned tank and pickup tube
ANSWER : Check the switch on the botom of the bowl of the carb

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Hello,
We have a John Deere 2140 Tractor with front end loader attachment. How do we engage the PTO, or where is lever.

Thanks

ANSWER : Located between the gear lever and ratio lever on the centre console

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