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The choke on a lawn mower engine carburetor is used to ease starting when the engine is cold. It closes a valve inside the carb, restricting airflow, but keeps the throttle open so fuel is unrestricted. This excess of fuel (rich mixture) increases the volatility of the cylinder charge.

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