CHAINSAW CARBURETOR LEAKING GAS/FLOODING: Why Carburetor Overflow? (by Craig Kirkman)

An Enlightening Explanation covers what ACTUALLY Causes an Engine to Flooding, for Quick Troubleshooting, Optimal Performance, Preventative Maintenance, Cost Savings, Environmental Impact and Safety. So let's begin: Two-stroke engines can flood for several reasons, and it's important to understand these causes to prevent or address flooding effectively. Engine flooding occurs when there is an excessive amount of fuel in the combustion chamber or crankcase, hindering the engine from starting or running properly. Here are the primary reasons for flooding in two-stroke engines: Over-Choking: One common reason for flooding is over-choking the engine. When you pull the choke lever or prime the engine too many times before starting, you enrich the fuel mixture excessively. This leads to an overabundance of fuel in the combustion chamber, making it difficult for the engine to start. Repeated Failed Start Attempts: Multiple attempts to start the engine without allowing it to clear excess fuel can result in flooding. If the engine doesn't start after several pulls of the starter cord, additional fuel may accumulate in the chamber. Fouled Spark Plug: A fouled spark plug, typically caused by carbon buildup or oil deposits, can lead to incomplete combustion. This, in turn, can cause fuel to accumulate in the chamber, resulting in flooding. Carburetor Issues: Problems with the carburetor, such as a sticking float or needle valve, can prevent the carburetor from properly regulating fuel flow. This can lead to an excessive amount of fuel being introduced into the combustion chamber. Air Intake Restriction: If the air filter is dirty or blocked, the engine may receive insufficient air, disrupting the air-fuel balance. The result can be an overly rich mixture and flooding. Improper Mixing Ratio: Using an incorrect oil-to-gasoline ratio in the fuel mix for two-stroke engines can lead to incomplete combustion and fuel buildup. Low Compression: Low compression in the engine may hinder the expulsion of exhaust gases and the intake of fresh air-fuel mixture. This can result in incomplete combustion and flooding. To prevent or address flooding in a two-stroke engine: Avoid over-priming or over-choking the engine. Allow the engine to clear any excess fuel between starting attempts. Regularly maintain and clean the spark plug. Inspect and service the carburetor as needed. Keep the air filter clean and unobstructed. Ensure the correct oil-to-gasoline ratio in the fuel mix. Address any compression issues by checking for worn piston rings or cylinder damage. Proper maintenance and starting procedures can help minimize the risk of flooding and ensure your two-stroke engine runs smoothly. This principle works for most types of Chainsaw saws, and the following also helps with Chainsaw maintenance. So, whether you are using a Stihl Chainsaw, Husquvarna Chainsaw, basically, all types of Petrol Chainsaw are valid for this principle, as well as many types of or a 2 Stroke Engine. The Electric Chainsaw, of course, escapes this whole principle! For some FREE Printable Download help Leaflets: https://www.therepairspecialistonline... Thank you so much for watching Craig Kirkman (Owner and Creator of the 'The Repair Specialist' Channel) #lawnmower​ #gardening​ #repairing​ #savingmoney​ #chainsaw #Chainsawrepair #oil #smallenginemachines #DIY #howthingswork Please check out my amazon shop. I have recommended some useful items from Amazon below. I guarantee you that these items are the sorts of things I use on a daily basis so I know they are good. I have to be careful in recommending products because I have my name and credibility at stake. So I will only recommend good products. https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/therepa... #EngineFlooding #TwoStrokeEngine #StartingProblems #EngineMaintenance #CarburetorIssues #SparkPlug #AirFilter #FuelMixing #EngineCompression #MechanicalIssues #PreventFlooding #EngineTroubleshooting #EngineRepair #FuelSystem #SmallEngineProblems #EngineFloodPrevention #MaintenanceTips #OutdoorPowerEquipment #StartingTroubleshooting #floodedengine The creation of information in this description was helped by ChatGPT