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CrookedTooth New Member Total Posts : 3 Scores: 0 Reward points: 0 Joined: 2024/05/19 21:40:46 Status: offline 2024/05/19 21:47:14 (permalink) 0 GTS 150 help Hello, I got a new lawnmower last year with the Briggs & Stratton 'Guaranteed To Start' GTS 150. For the first 10 or so mows, it started on the first pull every time. Then something happened......... Now, for the past 5-6 mows, it takes 8-15 pulls to start. It seems like whatever auto-choke mechanism it was using before isn't working properly now. Can anyone advise? I'm hoping there's an easy fix. Thanks! Quote #1 List Solutions Only 5 Replies Related Threads
SRTsFZ6 Super Member Total Posts : 2041 Scores: 74 Reward points: 0 Joined: 2018/11/18 07:20:58 Status: offline Re: GTS 150 help 2024/05/20 07:44:45 (permalink) 0 Please post an engine model # so we can look up parts diagrams. With that said, there should be a small sping atop the carb that pull the choke plate closed... If you remove the air filter, engine cold, the choke plate (closest to the filter) should be closed- I suspect it's not . Scott Quote #2
CrookedTooth New Member Total Posts : 3 Scores: 0 Reward points: 0 Joined: 2024/05/19 21:40:46 Status: offline Re: GTS 150 help 2024/05/20 11:45:48 (permalink) 0 Hi, Thank you for your response. Engine model #: 093J020166F1 See image from behind air filter below: post edited by CrookedTooth - 2024/05/20 11:48:54 Quote #3
SRTsFZ6 Super Member Total Posts : 2041 Scores: 74 Reward points: 0 Joined: 2018/11/18 07:20:58 Status: offline Re: GTS 150 help 2024/05/21 07:48:55 (permalink) 0 Part #117 is where you have to get to and clean: https://www.jackssmallengines.com/jacks-parts-lookup/manufacturer/briggs-stratton/briggs-stratton-engine/020000-09z999-series/093j00-to-093j99/093j02-0116-f1/carburetor-group There's some very, very small holes there that MUST BE CLEAN. Spraying brake cleaner must flow thru all of them... It's a common issue with this plastic carb but there's nothing to varnish up. Pop #117 out GENTLY with a small screw driver. Pay attention to the linkages once the plastic air filter base is removed... Might want to drain and flush the fuel tank of any debris as well. If you can't get it clean, you can buy that lil assembly alone. . Attached Image(s) Scott Quote #4
SRTsFZ6 Super Member Total Posts : 2041 Scores: 74 Reward points: 0 Joined: 2018/11/18 07:20:58 Status: offline Re: GTS 150 help 2024/05/21 07:53:41 (permalink) 0 Part #117 is clogged: https://www.jackssmallengines.com/jacks-parts-lookup/manufacturer/briggs-stratton/briggs-stratton-engine/020000-09z999-series/093j00-to-093j99/093j02-0116-f1/carburetor-group Remove the carb, pat attention to linkages. Get the bowl off, float and needle. That lil assembly can be popped out GENTLY. It only goes in one way. Make sure ALL three tubes are clean / clear with brake cleaner. If need be, clamp a wire brush STRAND in a vise grip and gently open up the holes. That entire part is available if you can't get it clean.. . Scott Quote #5
CrookedTooth New Member Total Posts : 3 Scores: 0 Reward points: 0 Joined: 2024/05/19 21:40:46 Status: offline Re: GTS 150 help 2024/05/21 16:05:35 (permalink) ☄ Helpfulby SRTsFZ6 2024/05/21 18:47:48 0 I cleaned the spark plug and it's back to first pull starts again. Quote #6

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