Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): murray push mower, push mower, carburator

Question
when i prime the mower it starts and then dies. it will only start when primed and immeditly dies. what could the problem be?

Answer
 Hello Wayne:

 Most times the Problem you are Describing is the Carburator needs to be Cleaned and Rebuilt. If you Require more Assistance, Send me the Model Numbers Off of the Engine and I can Better Assist you. Hope this Helps. Let me know what Happens, Please.

 Good Luck

 Respectfully

 John