*Possible* solution to people with "shutting off" problems? what's wrong with the carb.. thinking about buying one, but need to know about the carb.. lots of problems?
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What Mr. Faine says worked for me. No shut-offs and no interference from local radio stations. It's goofy, so here's a little more detail: Follow the instructions in the review section for this product to put it in International Mode and set preset 1 to the lowest frequency (87.7). Switch the unit back to U.S. mode. Tune your FM radio to 87.7 Press the preset button repeatedly on the unit until it says 107.9. *** the unit will actually broadcast on 87.7, not 107.9. *** it no longer shuts off
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Hi sir, the best thing is to pull the carb and get the # off of it and make sure. So many different carbs for them, some have as many as 6 different ones. Not all the same either.
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I had the same issue. Its because the electric choke isn't working and its running way to rich. Either you can put a switch on it to shut the choke off once its warmed up or just take it off. If you take it off like i did you'll have to go buy some JB weld and plug the little holes inside the carb so it doesn't take any air though those holes. Super easy to do. If you look this issue up on Google a lot of people have the same issue. I wish they'd just sell a carb with a manual choke.
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I did not have a leaking problem. Check all the connections and points where parts meet. I did install a shutoff in the gas line and each time I shut the unit off I turn off the gas and let it run dry, this helps reduce build up in the carburetor and hopefully will make the unit run well for a long time.
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Karen: Can you be more detailed with your symptioms, please? * Was the engine running when it shut down? * Did it stop at once, like you turned off the switch, or loose power and sptit and sputter before stoppong/ * Will the engine crank with the starter when you turn the switch? First, eliminate the obvious" * Did it run out of gas? Open the tank to insure there is gas in the tank. You may need a clean stick to reach to the bottom. * Do the headlights work? * Does the starter work, or is it dead too? * Dose your mower have a fuel shutoff valve? Is it open? (handle aligned with the fuel line) * Check the parking brake: Up to start, down to run. * Also, won't start with PTO engaged. Make sure it's pushed in all the way. * Raise the seat and look for any loose wires or connection. * Make sure your battery cables are tight at both the battery and the tractor ends. It's bound to be something simple. Oh, yes: What brand and model is the motor? It will likely be a Koeler Comand Pro model, or a Kawasaki engine. Write back with the answers and if you don't find it yourself before hand, we will continue our search. Regards; Mike G.
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Good morning, I have had mine for only a year and it has not had any problems. However, I had a couple of thoughts that might (or might not!) help. Have you tried a different plug in? There is a safety limit switch that will turn off the machine if it overheats that may have failed. Finally, the heating element may have failed. If you have not done so you may want to contact the people that built it - they are here in the USA so they should be available to help. Good luck, I would really miss mine! Dave
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Yes, many have this problem, myself included. I just took a small flat file and removed enough fin material to allow the carb to fully seat. Just take your time. No big deal! I have had this carb on '01 Fatboy for 10 years. It is a great improvement over POS cv carb. Good luck!
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I have had the same challenges, took into camping world they serviced it and said it had dirt in the carbs, this is after I explained that was still new. I have not used since, I am not sure they resolved the problem. Let me know when you get a good answer.
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Chip, I had the same problem several times. I finally registered my unit on Broan's website and included my disappointment with the issue. I was contacted the next day by their customer service department with the phone # for their service department. I called them immediately, they pulled up my information and explained that they had identified the problem and it could be easily fixed with a replacement heater and fan element. The original unit did not start fast enough and would burn the thermal fuse, the new motor started faster and therefore the thermal fuse would not blow. The fuse is part of the heater element to prevent overheating. I explained to the rep that it was -7 outside and I didn't feel like going into the attic again to replace the unit. he explained that I could replace the part fromt he inside and it was a matter of 2 screws and a wire harness. It literally took me less than 1 minute to replace the part and it has worked better than the original since. My previous ones only lasted less than 2 weeks. I was very satisfied with Broan which is more than I can say about the big box store I bought it from. The # for the technical support department at 800-637-1453. That should solve the problem.
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It certainly sound defective to me. Mine would not start after a little over a month, and it sounds like the shut-off mechanism in yours is faulty. I'd send it back right away if it were me.
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Yes i recently purchased this carb. It was easy to install . Look up the carb settings. I started at 1 1/2 turns on low and high adjustment and fine tuned from there. Might want to replace fuel lines at same tlme
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our engine is a Kohler 15.5 HP - might be a different carb, but I would bet the fuel shut-off is the same. I replaced ours because the engine would die after 10 minutes or so. 10-15 minutes later it would start and run for another 10 minutes and die. Turns out this was not the problem - it was the ignition module (provides spark to spark plug) Replaced that and it now runs fine. If you really think its a carb problem - just order a new carb and don't do a rebuild kit. Been there done that. Installed new carb and it now runs better than it ever has. 10 minute change out. With a new carb it comes complete with the fuel shut-off. Gas with ethanol seems to eat the diaphragm's up. our engine is a Kohler 15.5 HP - might be a different carb, but I would bet the fuel shut-off is the same. I replaced ours because the engine would die after 10 minutes or so. 10-15 minutes later it would start and run for another 10 minutes and die. Turns out this was not the problem - it was the ignition module (provides spark to spark plug) Replaced that and it now runs fine. If you really think its a carb problem - just order a new carb and don't do a rebuild kit. Been there done that. Installed new carb and it now runs better than it ever has. 10 minute change out. With a new carb it... » Read More our engine is a Kohler 15.5 HP - might be a different carb, but I would bet the fuel shut-off is the same. I replaced ours because the engine would die after 10 minutes or so. 10-15 minutes later it would start and run for another 10 minutes and die. Turns out this was not the problem - it was the ignition module (provides spark to spark plug) Replaced that and it now runs fine. If you really think its a carb problem - just order a new carb and don't do a rebuild kit. Been there done that. Installed new carb and it now runs better than it ever has. 10 minute change out. With a new carb it comes complete with the fuel shut-off. Gas with ethanol seems to eat the diaphragm's up. « Show Less
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Hello, Please consult with a mechanic since many factors not only the carburetor can result in these symptoms and if not addressed properly damage to the engine may happen.Thank You!
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I would install the carb first to see if it will run ok. Then only adjust if u have unstable idle or live in a high altitude area
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Ned,I'm no mechanic, but I can tell you what happened to mine. Same problem, very hard to start and then to keep running. In a nutshell, I was using regular gasoline which in a few short months caused an air leak by eating into the seal on the carberator plate cover. You might want to check and see if you have any leakage on the bottom of the carb plate. I replaced the gasket and started using Alcohol free gasoline (which the literature says to use) and have had no futher problems. Starts easy, runs great, without the constant priming. BTW - I found that Dealers will not cover any gasoline areas under warranty. Ned,I'm no mechanic, but I can tell you what happened to mine. Same problem, very hard to start and then to keep running. In a nutshell, I was using regular gasoline which in a few short months caused an air leak by eating into the seal on the carberator plate cover. You might want to check and see if you have any leakage on the bottom of the carb plate. I replaced the gasket and started using Alcohol free gasoline (which the literature says to use) and have had no futher problems. Starts easy, runs great, without the constant priming. BTW - I found that Dealers will not cover any... » Read More Ned,I'm no mechanic, but I can tell you what happened to mine. Same problem, very hard to start and then to keep running. In a nutshell, I was using regular gasoline which in a few short months caused an air leak by eating into the seal on the carberator plate cover. You might want to check and see if you have any leakage on the bottom of the carb plate. I replaced the gasket and started using Alcohol free gasoline (which the literature says to use) and have had no futher problems. Starts easy, runs great, without the constant priming. BTW - I found that Dealers will not cover any gasoline areas under warranty. « Show Less
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I have lots of motors, and Mike is using "Sea-Foam" I'm sure. Good stuff. I use sta-bil, and on occasion add some Lucas gas treatment. I don't drain gas, it's a pain, and it stinks having a dry carburetor and trying to prime things in the dark, right when you need it. Better to run what you got every month or so, a generator should be placed under load as well, to create some heat in the electronics
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No, but I had problems with the carburetor, and engine would not start - Briggs and Stratton service people of no help!!!!!