If your Yard Machines lawn mower is leaking gas, the problem is usually in the carburetor area, and the most common cause is a worn or missing carburetor bowl gasket. A damaged float needle is next on the list, since it may fail to shut off fuel and allow the carburetor to overflow. If gas leaking from the bottom of the lawn mower continues, check the carburetor gasket, then inspect the primer bulb for cracks or brittleness that can cause a lawn mower gas leak. After that, look at the fuel shut-off solenoid and fuel lines for leaks, loose connections, or pinholes. A stuck-open carburetor float can also cause the mower leaking fuel symptom, and in that case cleaning the carburetor may help, though a rebuild or replacement may be needed. Whether you are dealing with a carburetor leaking gas or a general lawn mower leaking gas issue, matching the exact part matters. Enter your Yard Machines model number on RepairClinic.com to find the correct carburetor bowl gasket, float needle, carburetor gasket, primer bulb, fuel shut-off solenoid, carburetor float, or complete carburetor for your mower.
If the lawn mower leaks gas the carburetor bowl gasket on the bottom of the carburetor might be dried out or missing. If the leak is coming from the bottom of the carburetor, try replacing the carburetor bowl gasket.
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The float needle might not be shutting off the fuel. The float needle opens and closes the float valve to allow fuel to enter the float bowl. If the float needle is damaged, the carburetor will continue to fill with fuel until it overflows. If the float needle is defective, replace it.
Check the fuel shut-off valve for leaks, and ensure that the fuel lines fit tightly on the valve. If the fuel shut-off solenoid is leaking, replace it. In addition, inspect the fuel shut off lines for cracks or tiny holes. If a fuel shut-off line is leaking, replace it.
The float might be stuck open. If the float is stuck open, remove the carburetor assembly from the engine and clean it thoroughly. If the cleaning the carburetor is not effective, either rebuild or replace the carburetor.