How do I identify my Zama carburetor?
How do I identify my Zama carburetor?
On a Zama carburetor there are 2 sets of numbers that need to be acquired that are located on BOTH sides of the carburetor. For example on one side you may see C1U,C1Q,or C1M while on the other side you may K23, S118 or EL35 respectively. The actual Zama carburetor number would be C1U-K23, C1Q-S118 and C1M-EL35.
How does a Zama carburetor work?
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. The fuel pressure from the pump is then great enough to overcome the spring pressure on the inlet needle and fuel flows into the metering chamber.
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 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.
Who owns Zama carburetor?
Stihl International GmbH
Zama Group
| Zama Group logo | |
|---|---|
| Formerly | Shinagawa Die-Casting Co. Ltd. |
| Production output | 12 million carburetors, 4 million oil-pumps (2019) |
| Owner | Stihl International GmbH |
| Number of employees | 2414 (2019) |
When did STIHL buy Zama?
2009
Nikolas Stihl, chairman of the STIHL advisory and supervisory boards, referred to a milestone in the history of STIHL and ZAMA: “The acquisition of ZAMA in 2009 has turned out to be a good decision.
