Select Language. Diagnostic Center What Should I do when my lawn and garden engine runs rough or has poor idle? Message Regarding Your Privacy. I accept Submit Submit. Causes: If the engine starts, but does not run smoothly, it means that the spark plug and ignition system are in order and you need to look elsewhere for the source of the problem. Dirty or Clogged Air Filter The job of the air filter is to remove dirt and debris from the air before it enters your engine.
Old Gas When did you last fill up the gas tank? Obstructed Gas Tank Vent After adding new fuel, check the gas cap. My engine does not have an oil level safety cut off switch. Its obvious now that you suggested a spark plug tester to determine fuel or spark problem. So i purchased a spark plug tester and placed it between spark plug and lead. It sparks whilst running running and after several test runs in a dark area can confirm that the spark stops just as it dies out So i can confidently confirm that it is losing spark but why is the mystery.
I really do appreciate the feedback I'm receiving regarding this fault by the way. Mikel1 Well-Known Member. Joined Jul 21, Threads 10 Messages Tinkerer said:. Thanks Mike I'll have a go this week and post the results. Joined Jan 11, Threads 7 Messages 1, What model of ride on is it? You only gave engine details. It's a French model called : Vert loisirs VL It is a french brand but the ride on is made in italy by a company called ggp global garden products who make mowers for honda, john deere and others.
Does yours have have the footbrake lock under the steering wheel or is it on the middle panel between your legs? It could be a safety switch but more than likley the electronic card. They have a system that when warms up it activates the cut out circuit. Select Language. Diagnostic Center What should I do when my lawn and garden engine loses power? Message Regarding Your Privacy. I accept Submit Submit. Dirty or Clogged Air Filter The air filter cleans the air before it is drawn into the carburetor and when it does its job properly, may get clogged up with debris removed from the air.
Stale Fuel Bad or dirty fuel will also cause your engine to lose power. Tall Grass Trying to cut grass that is too tall will cause your mower to lose power as it tries to move through the tall grass. Improper Oil Level Loss of power may also be caused by an improper level of oil.
Faulty Spark Plug A pitted or fouled spark plug will cause inconsistent ignition, and fuel, carbon, dirt and oil on the plug electrodes will also result in an inconsistent spark and loss of power. Engine Innovations. Portable Generator. Pressure Washer. Why engines matter.
Petrol Lawn Mowers. Pressure Washers. Care Products. Snow Blowers. Water Pumps. Related Links. Dealer Locator. Product Literature. Warranty Information. Maintenance How-To. Contact Us. Step 1: Check Your Fuel. Step 2: Clean the Carburetor. Small Engine Runs Poorly. Engine Stalling, Surging or Running Rough When your engine starts and stalls, it is often due to standard maintenance problems.
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