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    Theodoros Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    May 29, 2007, 02:02 AM
    MTD Ride on Mower
    Hello

    I have a MTD ride on mower which came with the house I have just moved into

    It used to start and run okay, but now it seems to start and once a load is put on it seems to lose power after awhile and stop. Once it cools down it start s okay and the same thing happens again.

    Now it does not start at all without the choke pulled all the way out and once I engage the gears it stops again I.e. it won't run without the choke on.

    Thank you for your time
    Theo.
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    Jul 28, 2009, 02:28 AM
    Hi,
    The carburetor needs an adjustment or overhaul... there is a fuel inlet needle which you can adjust, which you will find near the bottom facing towards the front of the carby... just try turning it while the engine is running.
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    Jul 28, 2009, 06:14 AM

    Hi,
    Obvious fuel problem, I agree. Time to rebuild and clean the carb. Provide engine numbers and I can be more helpful.
    Peace,
    Clarke
    PS Do not forget to replace the fuel filter, also.
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