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How can I get my Lawn Chief 400 running again?

The engine slowly spluttered and died as if running out of petrol, but there was plenty in there. It will start and run for about 5 seconds then die.
I have stripped it down and it is in bits in the garage.
Any clues?
Paul Tunnell, October 2011
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