"Mark Corbelli" corbellicrewatcomcastdotnet wrote in message
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Someone gave me an IDC (now Ryobi) 32cc cultivator and I'm trying to get
it
started. It's getting a spark as I can get it to run for a few seconds.

A good sign and in itself, eliminates lots of other possible problems.


I've
put in fresh gas, I took out the carb and shot cleaner through the jets.

It sounds like carburetion to me. You were on the right track there, but I
think you missed a couple things. Did you inspect the float, needle, bowl,
and seat? Or the same areas if a diaphragm type? Disassemble the carb and
clean/inspect. Use a safety wire to ensure all the passages are clear.
Adjust the float (or diaphragm) and reassemble. I think this is causing your
problems.