Menudo Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 O.k. I'm an idiot, I fully admit this. I know nothing about cars / engines / lawnmowers / etc... I checked the oil in my mower, and it was low, so I filled the oil. I then proceeded to start the mower. At first, everything seemed normal, and then, a huge puff of white smoke came billowing out, and then some oil started dripping out of the engine. So, obviously, my clueless, idiot self over-filled the oil. Now, I know there is probably an oil plug on this thing somewhere, but, I have no idea where it is. I let it sit for a bit and tried to start it again, and now it won't start. So, does anyone have any advice for me ? Did I ruin my mower, which is only about 3 months old ?????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caveman_Nick Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 It is highly unlikely that you ruined a mower with too much oil. It's also strange that a mower 3 months old would be low on oil. I would take it to where I bought it and have them look at it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menudo Posted June 6, 2008 Author Share Posted June 6, 2008 It is highly unlikely that you ruined a mower with too much oil.It's also strange that a mower 3 months old would be low on oil. I would take it to where I bought it and have them look at it. I put the oil in the 1st time, checked it today, and re-filled it.........knowing me, I'm guessing user error was involved somewhere along the way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Footballjoe Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 O.k. I'm an idiot, I fully admit this. I know nothing about cars / engines / lawnmowers / etc... I checked the oil in my mower, and it was low, so I filled the oil. I then proceeded to start the mower. At first, everything seemed normal, and then, a huge puff of white smoke came billowing out, and then some oil started dripping out of the engine. So, obviously, my clueless, idiot self over-filled the oil. Now, I know there is probably an oil plug on this thing somewhere, but, I have no idea where it is. I let it sit for a bit and tried to start it again, and now it won't start. So, does anyone have any advice for me ? Did I ruin my mower, which is only about 3 months old ?????? if I am not mistaken the plug should be UNDER the mower if it is a push mower. If it is a rider there should be one visible on the side. Once you drain the oil fill a little at a time then check the Dip Stick so as not to over fill. Also remove the plug wire when working under the mower. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azazello1313 Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 usually on lawnmowers you drain the oil out of the same hole you fill it by. which means tipping it on its side. not sure if that's the issue but you can try. maybe have your wife do it though so you don't break a nail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menudo Posted June 6, 2008 Author Share Posted June 6, 2008 usually on lawnmowers you drain the oil out of the same hole you fill it by. which means tipping it on its side. not sure if that's the issue but you can try. maybe have your wife do it though so you don't break a nail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hat Trick Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 if I am not mistaken the plug should be UNDER the mower if it is a push mower. If it is a rider there should be one visible on the side. Once you drain the oil fill a little at a time then check the Dip Stick so as not to over fill. Also remove the plug wire when working under the mower. True dat, you shouldn't have to fill it but maybe once a year. I take it you just added oil thinking it was low and didn't even check the dip stick? You have to wipe it off first, before you get an accurate reading Drain it, unscrew the filter and take it out, I'd imagine its completely soaked with oil and the engine is not able to breathe. Send me the make and model please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menudo Posted June 6, 2008 Author Share Posted June 6, 2008 True dat, you shouldn't have to fill it but maybe once a year. I take it you just added oil thinking it was low and didn't even check the dip stick? You have to wipe it off first, before you get an accurate reading Drain it, unscrew the filter and take it out, I'd imagine its completely soaked with oil and the engine is not able to breathe. Send me the make and model please. Briggs & Stratton 675 It is a push mower, but, I don't see an oil plug or anything under the mower. I can't find the owner's manual (my wife probably put it somewhere), so, I'm not sure how to drain this...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiefjay Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 Briggs & Stratton 675 It is a push mower, but, I don't see an oil plug or anything under the mower. I can't find the owner's manual (my wife probably put it somewhere), so, I'm not sure how to drain this...... tip it over on to the grass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTed46 Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 tip it over on to the grass. +1 Thats how my old mower did it...I had to take the oil out once because it was real dirty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cre8tiff Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 My son did this same thing. I have cleaned it stem to stern and damn thing still doesn't work. Gonna have to find a small engine place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hat Trick Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 Briggs & Stratton 675 It is a push mower, but, I don't see an oil plug or anything under the mower. I can't find the owner's manual (my wife probably put it somewhere), so, I'm not sure how to drain this...... That's just the engine specs, what's the make and model? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiefjay Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 That's just the engine specs, what's the make and model? Lowes 2008 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE SIX KINGS Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 What a dipstick! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menudo Posted June 6, 2008 Author Share Posted June 6, 2008 That's just the engine specs, what's the make and model? Troy Built - Model Series 460 Mower Briggs & Stratton - Model 120000 Quantum 675 Series Engine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azazello1313 Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 just tip the f'er over already. I suggest an oilpan rather than straight into the lawn the way cheifjay (mexican) suggests. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hat Trick Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 Troy Built - Model Series 460 MowerBriggs & Stratton - Model 120000 Quantum 675 Series Engine Don't bother looking for the manual, it doesn't say, just read the whole thing. I'll see what I can dig up on the engine. Give me a few. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Irish Doggy Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 You need to pull the starter rope at least 1000 times as quickly as possible. Careful not to pass out. Film it and put it on youtube for verification of proper technique. TIA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menudo Posted June 6, 2008 Author Share Posted June 6, 2008 You need to pull the starter rope at least 1000 times as quickly as possible. Careful not to pass out. Film it and put it on youtube for verification of proper technique. TIA. O.k. I was able to drain the oil Then it started However, there was still some white smoke blowing out. I let it run for a couple of minutes and the smoke stopped, so, I guess I'm o.k. now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hat Trick Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 http://www.briggsandstratton.com/pdf/owner...39-Domestic.pdf All your answers are right here....I found your answer, but I'll let you look so you have it. I can provide the owners manual for the mower to if you like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiggieFries Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 O.k. I was able to drain the oil Then it started However, there was still some white smoke blowing out. I let it run for a couple of minutes and the smoke stopped, so, I guess I'm o.k. now. Did you put the oil back in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hat Trick Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 (edited) O.k. I was able to drain the oil Then it started However, there was still some white smoke blowing out. I let it run for a couple of minutes and the smoke stopped, so, I guess I'm o.k. now. If I were you I would still clean the filter, otherwise it may continue to billow out the smoke when you start it up from time to time. Since its so new, it would be best that you try and get it back to that state. just my 2 cents. Edited June 6, 2008 by Hat Trick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlanta Cracker Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 Did you put the oil back in? Use water instead of oil this time so it isn't as messy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fingfootball Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 If I were you I would still clean the filter, otherwise it may continue to billow out the smoke when you start it up from time to time. Since its so new, it would be best that you try and get it back to that state. just my 2 cents. +1 I would check the air filter for sure, and I would pull out the spark plug and give it a few pulls to see if there is any other oil in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
millerx Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 +1 I would check the air filter for sure, and I would pull out the spark plug and give it a few pulls to see if there is any other oil in there. +1 again. I tipped my over one time to drain the oil ( I wasn't thinking and tipped it the wrong way )... the air filter got soaked, I got the puffs of white smoke, and it struggled to stay running. Once I figured out what I had doen, a simple replacement of the air filter fixed it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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