Lawn Mower Problems!! HELP!!?

Question

Ok, so my lawn mower is having problems. It is a key start mower and when I turn the key (after priming the engine) it starts but then will stop after 5-10 sec. So i bought a carburetor cleaner (someone said that that mightbe the issue)but i dont know what some of the parts are that it is telling me to clean.

1. The Air Cleaner

2. Throttle Plate

3. Valve Shaft

Please help. IF you have any other suggestions that might be wrong please tell me!

Answer 1

The carburetor needs to be removed and disassembled for a good cleaning.  It is best to soak it in a good carb cleaner.  You should also put it back together with a rebuild kit.  You can get the kit at any small engine repair shop for about $15.00.