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Engines used in applications such as lawn mowers, go carts, chain saws, compressors, small pumps, generators, garden tractors, and string trimmers. Frequently hand (pull) started and without an electrical system beyond the spark plug. Technically there is an overlap with motorcycle / scooter engines, but for questions related to motor cycles or scooters those tags are preferred.
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Normally-high run switch vs coil-ground out to turn off
From the information you have provided, I cant see any other option other than what you have suggested of using an normally closed relay that is operated by the run position of the switch.
Without thi …
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How many minutes to wait after turning off small air-cooled engine before oil change?
I personally don't think you need to worry about the temperature of the oil too much.
Let it sit for plenty of time to cool to a safe 'warm' temperature. No need to risk a nasty skin burn.
By then, a …
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Replacing Briggs and Stratton small engine on Troy Bilt Horse
After seeing your latest photos, I would say that the black wire is used to stop the engine running, since it looks like it is connected to the Ignition coil. To stop the engine, the black wire needs …
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What caused bent intake push rod?
Another possibility is that the valve overheated and then started to seize. This could then cause the bent pushrod without any damage to the piston.
can you see any damage to the piston top or the v …
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Mower won't start
First thing to check is whether you are getting a spark at the spark plug.
Remove the spark plug and hold it against the engine with the HT lead still connected to it. Keep it away from the spark plu …
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Snow Blower Break In Smell
The smell and smoke will just be oil from the manufacturing process burning off the hot parts. Have you read the manual, it should show you how to check the oil level without having to buy more. I a …
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Small engine reliable spark only in wrong direction
This sounds like an issue with the magneto and points timing.
It may be possible that the magneto is not aligned properly. If the magneto and points timing are not aligned, then it could result in a …