Official LCT lawn & garden engine parts

Replacing the carburetor on your LCT lawn and garden equipment engine

• Working in a well-ventilated area, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.
• Remove the air filter. Remove the screws from the air filter base. Release the breather tube and pull off the air filter base.
• Place a shop rag under the fuel tank to catch spills. Place a fuel-safe container under the gas line connection to the fuel tank. Release the spring clamp and disconnect the fuel line from the gas tank. Drain the gasoline into the container. Wipe up any spills.
• Separate the carburetor mounting bracket arms to release the carburetor and disconnect the carburetor from the carburetor adapter. Holding the carburetor above the bracket, disconnect the governor and choke linkage rods and remove the carburetor. Release the fuel line spring clamp and pull the fuel line off the carburetor.
• Push the O-ring into the outlet port of the new carburetor. Install the retainer on top of the O-ring. Connect the fuel line to the new carburetor and secure it with the spring clamp. Hold the carburetor over the mounting brackets and connect the governor and choke linkage rods. Push the carburetor into the bracket arms and push the outlet port fully onto the carburetor adapter. Push the air cleaner gasket into the channel on the carburetor inlet.
• Push the fuel line onto the tank fitting and secure it with the spring clamp. Position the air filter base on the front of the carburetor and reconnect the breather tube. Secure the air filter base with the mounting screws. Reinstall the air filter. Reconnect the spark plug wire.

What to do when your LCT lawn and garden equipment engine leaks gas or oil

Check the oil level when the engine leaks oil. Drain oil to the full mark on the dipstick if you find the engine overfilled. A leaking head gasket or sump gasket can also cause oil leaks. Replace any damaged engine gaskets.

If you notice gasoline stains on the pavement or garage floor, investigate the source of the leaking fuel. Rebuild or replace the carburetor if it leaks gas. Check the fuel pump for leaks and replace the pump if it's damaged.