Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): 9 hp kawasaki wont run, kawasaki engine, orfice

Question
I just bought an RX73 JD mower with a 9 hp Kawasaki engine. It was serviced a year ago then not ran since. It will run for a few seconds if I put gas down the air intake. I checked the fuel line going to the carburator and it is ok. I think maybe the carburator is gummed up but don't know how to service it.

Answer
Does you engine have a fuel shut-off valve in the fuel line on or the gas tank?

Is you engine model number FC290V?  If so, here is a useful link:

http://www3.kawpowr.com/enginesecure/ServiceManuals/FC290V.pdf

Do you have an air compressor to blow air through the carb to clean the orfice?  Do you have a digital camera to take pictures as you dis-assemble the engine?  Pictures can really help when you start to re-assemble.

There are several carburetor cleaning videos on You Tube.  The procedure is the same for most mower carbs;  remove carb, dis-assemble, blow compressed air through all the orfices, re-assemble.

Let me know if the link helps.
Eric