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    Apr 3, 2011, 10:10 AM
    Stateman MTD Mower turns over but won't start
    Stateman MTD Mower 14.5 HP. Model no. 287707. Type no. 0224-01. Code no. 96041770. Serial no. 2D186H30066. Model no. 136M678e016
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    Apr 3, 2011, 03:40 PM

    You will need to figure out whether it is getting gas. Try taking off the air cleaner and spraying a little carburetor cleaner into the carb and see if it starts. If not then you need to see if it is getting spark.
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