How do you adjust a Zama carburetor?
Locate the carburetor on the side of the engine, directly under the air filter. On the side of the carburetor are three adjustment screws; there are stamped letters beside these screws, “L” for the low speed adjustment screw, “H” for high-speed adjustment and “TAS” for the idle adjustment.
Where are Zama carburetors made?
Locations of Zama group and tasks in Guangdong, China serves as the production location of Zama Group. Approximately 1,600 associates produce electronic fuel injection systems, carburetors, oil pumps, solenoid-valves and other parts for the outdoor industry.
How do I identify a Zama carburetor?
Identify the Zama carburetor type. The carburetor body number identifies the carburetor type. The major types of Zama carburetors include the C1M, C1Q, C1T, C1U, C3, C3A and the C3M. One of these designations will be stamped on the carburetor, thus identifying the carburetor type.
What are signs of carburetor problems?
Four Signs Your Carburetor Is Failing
- Engine Performance Reduction. As mentioned above, combustion starts and keeps your engine running.
- Black Exhaust Smoke. You shouldn’t see black smoke coming out of your exhaust pipe even if you drive a diesel.
- Engine Backfires or Overheats.
- Starting Difficulty.
How do you adjust the metering lever Zama?
Adjusting the metering lever. A Zama Z gauge is designed to adjust all models. Hold the gauge against the body as shown using the proper side designated for the model you are adjusting. The end of the metering lever should touch the gauge. A strait edge can also be used as described below.
How does a Zama carburetor fuel pump work?
Zama Carburetor Technical Guide. The fuel pump on a diaphragm carburetor uses the vacuum and pressure pulse from the engines crankcase to move a diaphragm up and down. The pulse travels from the crankcase through a drilled passage or a hose to the carburetor. As the diaphragm moves up it expands the area in the pump chamber.
How does the metering diaphragm work on a carburetor?
The metering diaphragm is made of a flexible convoluted material to allow for greater movement. As the engine runs, fuel is being drawn from the metering chamber in the carburetor. This causes the metering diaphragm to move up and contact the metering lever.