Where Is the Carburetor Located on a Murray Push Mower?

Locate the carburetor on a Murray push mower for maintenance and repair.

Determining the exact location of the carburetor on a Murray push mower is necessary to perform basic maintenance or even troubleshooting and repair on your mower. The carburetor mixes air and fuel in the proper rates so combustion can take place in the engine and power the blade of the mower. Briggs and Stratton and Tecumseh engines are used to power Murray push mowers. Locate the carburetor through identification of other parts.

Things You'll Need

• Murray push mower

Instructions

1. Position the Murray push mower on a level surface in a position that allows for easy access and movement around the mower.

2. Locate the throttle control that is mounted to the handle of the mower.

3. Trace the throttle cable extending from the bottom of the throttle control down toward the engine.

4. Follow the cable to the point where it connects to the throttle control plate of the carburetor.

5. Verify the position of the carburetor through identification of the air filter mounted to the carburetor for air intake.

References

• Lawn and Garden Manuals Online: Murray Push Mower Manual
• Briggs and Stratton: Engine Manual