More than likely the Governor spring is stretched from being drove in under a tree, or unhooked, or broken.
You need to adjust your carburetor.
The idle on a Toro push mower can be adjusted by turning the screw located on the carburetor. Turn the screw to the right to gain idle speed and turn the screw to the left to diminish idle speed.
To slow the idle speed on a 1990 Cub Cadet mower, locate the carburetor and find the idle speed adjustment screw, typically marked with a "+" or "–" symbol. Turning the screw counterclockwise usually lowers the idle speed. Make small adjustments, then start the engine to check the effect before making further changes. Always refer to the owner's manual for specific guidance related to your mower model.
Where is the location of the idle screw on the Briggs and Stratton 6.0 engine mulcher mower?
Idle adjustment set to high
To adjust the carburetor on a Murray 3.5 hp push mower, first, ensure the engine is off and cool. Locate the idle adjustment screw, usually found on the carburetor, and turn it clockwise to increase the idle speed or counterclockwise to decrease it. Start the mower and let it run; fine-tune the screw until the engine runs smoothly at idle without stalling. Additionally, check the air filter and fuel supply for optimal performance.
Idle Air Control Valve would be a good place to start.
vacuum leak? carburetor adjustment?
I have a 2007 cub cadet LT 1046 riding mower. I wish to adjust the low idle fuel mixture, but cant find the adjustment screw. Could you tell me where, and would I have to take off any other components off to get to it? the mower has a Kohler Courage 23 HP Model SV 720S engine. Thanks- Butch.
On a John Deere L100 mower, the idle adjustment is typically located on the carburetor. Look for a small adjustment screw, which is often labeled as the idle speed or air-fuel mixture screw. Turning this screw can help you set the engine to idle at the desired RPM. Always refer to the owner’s manual for specific instructions related to your model.
basd fuel
That's because your mower is not powerful so you need to go easy as you drop the mower over the bush