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Post by ironman on Aug 27, 2009 17:40:15 GMT -5
The saw is Home Lite Automatic 150, year is 1979, UTA# 10513A, Serial# 310750149. I have not used the saw for some years and did usual tune up fresh gas and new plug. I was sawing a stump today when the saw started to lose power, then gas started leaking from air filter box. After it cooled down I removed the cover and air filter and I found the fuel hose rotten and leaking. I squezzed gently and it fell apart in my fingers. The hose is now separated right at the housing wall. I notice that the carb is on the inside of the housing that surrounds the engine and does also contain the fuel tank. So what is best procedure to remove the carb from the enclosure? Is there a repair manual I can buy? It looks like it will be necessary to separate the housing and remove the side to expose the carb. What about the fuel tank, will it remain intact or does it separate also. I repair outboard motors and and other things so I am not a beginner just need to understand how this old saw comes apart without damaging it. Any help greatly appreciated, Iron Man
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Post by chainsawlady on Aug 27, 2009 20:09:34 GMT -5
ironman
It has been a while since I have worked on a 150, but wanted to tell you to never try to separate the gas tank or that will be the end of the 150. I have seen several ruined in this way. Remove the starter and the four screws that hold the tank on to the saw. Then slide the tank out and it may seem its impossible but if you get it the right angle it will come out. You should have already removed the two screws that hold the carb to the case. Then you can see how the line fits thru the holes. I don't know if I have a new line, but it shouldn't be too hard to find.
Maybe someone else can give you better instructions how to take saw apart.
chainsawlady
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Post by ironman on Aug 27, 2009 21:30:16 GMT -5
:-/Chainsaw Lady, First I want to say thanks for the speedy reply. As I am new here to this forum I had my doubts that anyone would answer so quickly. I am glad you did answer though cause I really need to finish cutting up that stump before it dries up and turns to iron. Secondly, I am relieved that it's not necessary to take the fuel tank apart to remove the housing half that covers the carb. I got no manuals or anything to guide me, so the simplier the better for me. So far I have put on a new chain, sparkplug and fresh gas. Now I need a fuel line, air filter, and a weighted fuel filter. The saw was not running when i got it and it has been sitting for at least 10 years. So I expected a few hiccups along the way with it. It did start up ok but the rotten fuel line ( no pun) ended my sawing for now. this is the first time I have been rescued by a Lady. Cheers, Iron Man
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Post by MCS on Aug 27, 2009 23:39:17 GMT -5
In addition to what CSL has already said about removing the case, the carburetor will stay with the case. After you remove the two long bolts that go through the carb, you will see two hollow pins. They hold the carburetor in place with the case. Leave them in the case.
Have you checked inside the tank for the weighted fuel filter? If you find it, you can soak it with carburetor cleaner and blow air through it as a temporary fix to use it until you get a replacement. I think the fuel line you will need is .211" OD Tygon. It has to fit snug in the two holes that it passes through.
Craig
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Post by ironman on Aug 28, 2009 1:24:54 GMT -5
Hi MCS, Thanks for the added info I can use all I can get. I will be removing the obvious stuff before proceeding but is there any other things like linkage or? that need to be disconnected before sliding the case off toward rear? Also, I did pull the fuel line out of the tank filler neck to see about the weighted filter. It was not there, at all. I had dumped the old gas out so I shook the saw around to see if it was rolling around inside, no dice. Thanks for the tip on the 0.211 tygon tube, definitely be needing that. I may have further questions and I will attempt to post some pic's if I can figure it out. Any idea sabout finding a repair manual? Cheers, Ironman
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Post by ironman on Aug 30, 2009 0:41:04 GMT -5
Update time, Well I did what y'll said and it went ok, except the saw still won't start w/o a squirt of gas in the carb. I think the cab is fouled with a bit of rotted hose. It only runs for a second afteer I put a little gas in, so no gas is coming through. I need to clean the carb. Its a Waldboro, model unknown. Dosen't have a float bowl that I can see. Is there a kit once I know the model of the carb? Ironman
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Post by MCS on Aug 30, 2009 8:30:23 GMT -5
It should be a Wabro HDC and the kits are available. I've taken these things apart, cleaned up the insides, and put em back together with the old diaphragms and had them run just fine. Make sure the little hole from the carburetor through manifold to the crankcase is open. There is a screen on the top side that could be full of fuel line  Craig |
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Post by ironman on Aug 30, 2009 16:36:28 GMT -5
I tried to load photos with no success!! Iron man
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Post by MCS on Aug 30, 2009 22:36:03 GMT -5
I tried to load photos with no success!! Iron man There is a section on the main page called Forum Help and suggestions. In that forum is a couple of threads that talk about pictures and picture resizing. That should provide what you need. Once you do it, it is quick and easy. |
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