I have not used this mower for several years. I changed the plug, oil, gas and rope pulling assembly. After primming the engine, and several pulls it will start and run for 2-3 seconds. After primming again and many pulls on the rope, it may run another 2-3 seconds. Any suggestions? This mower used to start with 1-2 pulls at the beginning of the mowing season and keep running.

Craig, April 2006

It's not picking up fuel.
The carb needs cleaning or rebuilding.

Rick, April 2006