The lawn is getting taller by the minute and your mower won't start. This is a guide about what to do when your push lawn mower won't start.All ArticlesSolutionsQuestionsVideosArchivesNewestOldestMost HelpfulLeast HelpfulMost AnswersFewest AnswersBest AnswersRelevanceTip: FlagBy lalala...4We have a Craftsman mower (with a Briggs and Stratton engine) that we have not taken very good care of. Not only did we not remove the gasoline before wintering it over, but we also did not maintain the air filter or spark plug. So it was not surprising that when we went to use it this spring it wouldn't start. However, with these simple steps we were able to get it running as good as new.Total Time: 20 minutesSupplies:spark plugair filterfresh gasolinecarb cleanergas siphon Related Products:Steps:Begin by siphoning out the old gasoline into a container for proper disposal. It is best to use one intended for this purpose, instead of using your mouth and a hose.Now add fresh gasoline and put the cap back on the gas tank.

Remove the spark plug using a spark plug socket. Put the new plug in and reattach the wire.Open the air filter housing and remove the filter. Some air filters can be washed and reused, however if it has been a long time you may want to just replace it. Once the filter is out you need to spray carb cleaner directly into the carburetor. A few good sprays should do.Put the new air filter in and close the housing door.Now is a good time to try starting the mower. Be sure to prime the mower with the priming button. It may take a few tries to get the mower going.I suggest running it for a few minutes the first time you start it. This will help get the new gas running through everything. Comment Video: Flag2We have a Craftsman mower (with a Briggs and Stratton engine) that we have not taken very good care of. However, with these simple steps we were able to get it running as good as new. View the full project here: Fixing a Lawn Mower That Won't Start Comment Video: FlagBy Roy Hester3I created a video blog on fixing a mower.

It is a step by step process. It was much simpler than taking a thousand pictures and typing all that I wanted to say. It is very professional and you can use the description to find any specific part of the mower to fix. This particular mower I found in the trash. Comment Question: Flag0I have a Briggs and Stratton classic/sprint/quattro, model series 90,000-100,000. I just need a belt, but what size is it? /us/en/shop/parts-and-accessories Reply By mejrfire3 Flag0I have a troy built, Briggs and Stratton, 6.50 self-propelled mower. What size spark plug do I need? Reply Question: Flag0I'm looking for assistance in getting my gas lawn mower to start more easily. Last year I had minor back surgery. After that I had trouble pulling the cord hard and fast enough to get the motor to "catch" and run. I often ended up needing to pull the cord over and over to start - probably as many as 20-25 times.It was maddening, frustrating, painful, and exhausting. I'm 58 years old and not in the best physical condition.

The mower is 7 years old. I do all the recommended maintenance. Last year my neighbor was able to get it going in 6 or 7 pulls, so I don't think there's a mechanical problem. It's probably just me. ionic pro air purifier specsI'm not currently in a financial position to buy a new mower or to hire a lawn care service.best pre spray carpet cleanerDoes anybody know anything I can do to make it easier for me to get the mower started? 12 volt air purifier reviewThanks for any help.Hardiness Zone: 5aAmy from Lafayette, IN Answer Flag0I did this when my pull cord reel broke. Removed the pull cord reel assembly. There was a 3/4"nut under there in a cup. The pull cord catches on the cup when you pull the cord. I put a 3/4"socket on an extension that fit in a 1/2" chuck drill.

Set the drill on clockwise , hold or secure your mowers brake cable handle and use the drill to turn your engine over. It wont take long so get ready to quickly pull the drill/socket off. Reply Flag0Push the primer about 10 to 15 times before pulling the rope. I know people will poo poo this saying you'll just flood the engine, but I do that every time I start my mower, and it NEVER takes more than two pulls, and usually starts with just one pull. Reply By mralouie Flag0mower starts only when I clean the gas tank , clogs easy Reply Question: FlagBy mike0I tuned up my Scott 6.5hp push lawnmower. I changed the oil, spark-plug, put in fresh gas and a new air filter. The mower started, ran for 1 min, then shut off and will not start again. Can anyone tell me what might be the problem? By Mike from Houston Answer By Myrna Flag0You need to find out if the mower is getting a spark from the coil as it could be a bad coil. It could be the carburetor orifices.. Take a small wire from the bread tie or garbage bags and clean it off then run the wire through the orifice and take nozzle from air pump and blow it out better.

Also check to see if the float valve is working as it could be stuck. Reply By Michelle Flag0Hi Mike, I have had the same trouble. Make sure spark plug is tight. The right oil is in. The lever to lift mower is not down low. Leave a while as might be flooded. Reply By Judy Flag0Maybe the tiny hole in the gas cap, the one that lets the gas breath by letting the air in and out, is stopped up. Reply Question: FlagBy Robert Waddington0Lawnmower problem. Bought a new Poulan self-propelled in June 07. Briggs and Stratton engine. Very hard to start. Requires maybe 30 compressions of the primer (3 is recommended). I think it's a lemon--but are mower lemons returnable? My guess: needs some carburetor adjustment. Robert Answer By Gina Johnston Flag0Ok, there's a reason why we used to call them "Briggs and Scrap Iron"!!! Where did you buy it? Any place with any kind of reputation to uphold should take it back or offer service for the lemon. Personally, I avoid Briggs etc..Reply By Holly Flag0Anything is returnable - it just depends on the policy of the store and the sympathy of the store manager from which you bought it!