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  • October 28, 2025 by
    Zama Quick Reference
    Joseph Mueller
    Zama Carburetor Guide
    Intro Distributors Carb-to-Kit Kit-to-Carb Applications Tech Guide Parts List Price List

    Zama Carburetor Guide

    Welcome to this web-based guide for Zama Carburetors, based on the January 2009 catalog (Rev #23).

    This page provides quick access to distributor information, cross-references, technical guides, parts lists, and pricing from the catalog. Use the navigation bar above to jump to specific sections.

    Zama Carburetor Placeholder

    Zama Authorized Distributors (Sample - Jan 2009)

    United States Distributors

    • Billiou's Inc. (Porterville, CA) - Phone: (800) 245-5468
    • Edgewater Mower (Edgewater, FL) - Phone: (800) 342-4183
    • Gardner, Inc. (Cranbury, NJ) - Phone: (800) 521-6535
    • Magneto Power, LLC (Mequon, WI) - Phone (800) 597-3880
    • Marr Bros., Inc. (Dallas, TX) - Phone: (800) 627-7276
    • Medart, Inc. (St. Louis, MO) - Phone: (800) 888-7181
    • Original Equipment (Billings, MT) - Phone: (800) 332-7158
    • Sunbelt Outdoor Products (Charlotte, NC) - Phone: (800) 438-0660
    • V.E. Petersen Co. (Walbridge, OH) - Phone: (800) 537-6212

    International Distributors (Sample)

    • Canada Power Technology Ltd. (Ontario, Canada) - Phone: (800) 861-9559
    • Husqvarna Pty. Ltd. (Somersby, NSW, Australia) - Phone: (61) 02 43 721 500
    • Rowena Motors (Great Britain) - Phone: (44) 1248-715552

    Carburetor to Kit Cross Reference (Sample)

    Carburetor RB KIT (Rebuild) GND KIT (Gasket/Diaphragm)
    C1M-EL28,ARB-130GND-71
    C1M-EL35RB-144GND-80
    C1M-FR1,A-BRB-70GND-43
    C1M-H57RB-57GND-43
    C1M-K77RB-124GND-67
    C1M-S141A-CRB-155GND-88
    C1Q-DM1RB-72GND-35
    C1Q-EL1RB-45GND-33
    C1Q-H14,A-BRB-39GND-27
    C1Q-S28,A-DRB-66GND-28
    C1Q-S68,A-DRB-99GND-56
    C1Q-S118ARB-151GND-84
    C1Q-W11,A-GRB-47GND-18
    C1S-E1RB-02GND-02
    C1S-H8.ARB-05GND-02
    C1S-K1,A-CRB-06GND-03
    C1S-S3,AG-RB-13GND-07
    C1U-H18,A-DRB-29GND-12
    C1U-K54,ARB-71GND-44
    C1U-W18,ARB-115GND-12

    GND/RB Kit to Carburetor Cross Reference (Sample)

    GND Kit Applications

    GND KITCarburetor Models
    GND-17C1U-D1AB,B, K10A, K12, K13, K18, K19, K20, K21A-B, K23, K30A, K31, K34A, K35A, K45, SK11-14, W7A-B
    GND-18C1Q-E3, E4, E6,A, P18A, P22A-C, P24, P26A-C, W11A-G, W31A-B, W34A, W35A, W36A, W37-41; C1U-K4, K7A, K8A, K9A, K11, K14, K15A-B, K16A, K26, K28A, K29A, K32A, M16, M20, M29A-E, M32A-C, M37A, M38, M40, M42, P5-7, P10A, P11A-B, P12A, P14A, P17, P21A-B, P23, W10B-C, W12A-B, W13A-B, W16B-C, W22; LE-H53
    GND-27C1Q-DM13A, DM14, E5A-B, H14A-B, H17A-D, H19A-C, H27, H32A, H35, H42-45, M24-26, M39, W2A, W5A-C, W6A-C, W8, W9A-E, W14A, W15, W20A-B, W29A-E, Z6A, Z7
    GND-35C1Q-DM1, DM6A, DM7A, DM8A-B, DM9A-B, DM10A-B, EL21A, EL22A, EL23A, EL27, M27A-D, M28A-D, M33A-D, M36A, S11C-G, S16A, S37A-B, S46A-B, S75A-B, S76A-B, S77A-B, S84A-C, S85A-C, S86A-C, S87A-C, S89A-C, S90A-B, S91A, S92A, Z4, Z5; G1L-E11A
    GND-56C1Q-S68A-D, S69A, S70, S71, S73, S79, S80B, S93, S95, S97A, S105, S111, S112A, S115A-B, S116A, S119A, S120A, S121A, S122A, S123A

    RB Kit Applications

    RB KITCarburetor Models
    RB-29C1U-H12C-D, H18A-D, H29, H30B, H31A-C, H33, H39A, H40, H41, H47, H48A, H60A-E, P5-7, P10A, P11A-B, P12A, P14A
    RB-38C1Q-M24, M25, M26, M39, W5A-C, W6A-C, W15, W29A-E
    RB-39C1Q-M27A-D, M28A-D, M33A-D, H14A-B, H19A-C, H27, H32A, W2A
    RB-41C1Q-EL21A, EL22A, EL23A, EL27, S11C-E, S16A, W14A, W20A-B; G1L-E11A
    RB-69C1Q-EL11A-B, EL12, EL13, EL14A, EL24A, EL25A, EL26A, S32, S61A-E, S96A-B, S103, S104, S108A, S109A, S124A, S125-S129, S134-S136
    RB-99C1Q-S68A-D, S105, S111, S115A-B, S116A

    Applications Cross Reference (Sample)

    ManufacturerModelCarburetorCustomer P/N
    ECHOCS-330 EVLC1S-K3D125200-15135
    ECHOSRM-2100,GT-2000C1U-K41A-B125200-46831
    ECHOSRM230 StringtrimmerRB-K75A021000740
    HOMELITEXL,XL-12,SUP-2C2S-H5AA96481-B
    HOMELITEST-155,175,285,385C1U-H18D07050
    HOMELITE45CC SAWC1M-H58,A-CPS-05057
    HUSQVARNAH55/H51 SAWC1Q-EL65032831-05
    HUSQVARNA322L,C,R, 323L,325LC1Q-EL11,A,B5032831-10
    HUSQVARNA340, 345,346XP, 350, 351, 353 (US)C3-EL18, A-B5032832-08
    STIHL021, 023, 025C1Q-S11C-G1123 120 0600
    STIHLFS75/80/85, HT70/75C1Q-S28-D4137 120 0600
    STIHLMS250 SAW US W/PrimerC1Q-S75-B1123 120 0602A
    STIHLFS90 4 Cycle TrimmerC1Q-S110-C4180-120-0604C

    Technical Guide Summary

    Principle of Operation

    Fuel Pump System: Uses crankcase vacuum/pressure pulses to move a diaphragm, drawing fuel from the tank through check valves to the inlet needle.

    Fuel Metering System: Controls fuel flow using an inlet needle, metering lever, spring, and diaphragm, similar to a float bowl but works in any orientation.

    Venturi Principle: Air speeding up through a constriction (venturi) creates low pressure, pulling fuel from the metering chamber into the airflow.

    Primer Operation: Manually pressing the primer bulb uses check valves to draw fresh fuel from the tank through the carburetor circuits, purging air and old fuel, making starting easier.

    Starting (Choke): Closing the choke valve restricts airflow, increasing vacuum in the venturi, which draws extra fuel from high and low speed circuits for a rich mixture needed for cold starts.

    Idle Operation: Fuel is delivered through small idle ports near the slightly open throttle valve. A check valve in the main nozzle prevents air leaks at idle.

    Part Throttle: As the throttle opens, more idle ports are exposed to vacuum, and the main nozzle begins to flow fuel due to increased airflow/vacuum in the venturi.

    Wide-Open Throttle (W.O.T.): Maximum airflow through the venturi creates strong vacuum, pulling fuel primarily from the main nozzle, supplemented by the idle circuit.

    Troubleshooting - Engine Issues Mistaken for Carb Issues

    Possible FaultHard StartWill Not IdleErratic Idle/WOTLean/Stalls IdlePoor AccelLow Power WOTRich/Flooding
    Engine Air leaks / loose bolts / gaskets••••••
    Plugged fuel pump pulse passage••••••
    Air filter restricted••••••
    Fuel line leakage•••••
    Piston/cylinder damaged•••••
    Restricted muffler•••••
    Dirt in fuel system / old fuel••••••
    Dirty / fouled spark plug••••••
    Fuel tank vent open or restricted•••••••
    Faulty ignition switch / module•••••
    Throttle linkage binding•
    High engine friction or load•••

    Troubleshooting - Carburetor Related Problems

    Possible Carb FaultHard StartWill Not IdleRich IdleErratic/Lean IdleDies on DecelPoor AccelLow Power WOTRich/Flooding
    Idle mixture screw not adjusted•••••••
    High speed mixture screw not adjusted•••••
    Throttle adjust screw••
    Throttle shaft/plate loose/worn•••
    Choke shaft/plate loose/worn•••
    Fuel pump diaphragm leaking/stiff••••••
    Strainer restricted/plugged••••••
    Inlet needle valve stuck•
    Inlet needle leaking••
    Metering lever/spring worn/binding•••••
    Metering lever set too high••
    Metering lever set too low•••••
    Atmosphere vent hole restricted••
    Metering diaphragm/gasket leaking/stiff•••••
    Welch plug leaking•••••
    Low speed fuel passage restricted•••••
    High speed fuel passage restricted••
    Idle/main mixture screw seats damaged•••••
    Main nozzle check valve closed/restricted•
    Main nozzle check valve leaking•••

    Disassembly and Service Summary

    Refer to pages 25-33 in the PDF for detailed instructions. Key steps include:

    • Remove and inspect mixture screws (L needle is longer).
    • Disassemble fuel pump, inspect diaphragm, gasket, strainer.
    • Disassemble metering chamber, inspect diaphragm, gasket.
    • Remove and inspect inlet needle valve, metering lever, and spring. Check lever height (use Z-gauge or straight edge as per Figs a/b on page 28). Adjust if needed.
    • Clean passages with spray cleaner (do not soak body, do not use wires).
    • Welch plug removal is only needed for extreme blockage; be careful not to damage casting. Test progression holes first.
    • Reassemble carefully, ensuring correct gasket/diaphragm order and orientation. Lightly oil nozzle O-rings if applicable. Ensure metering lever spring is seated correctly.

    Parts List Example (C1M Type - Sample)

    RefPart NameC1M-FR1,A-BC1M-H57C1M-K77C1M-S141,A-CC1M-W26A-C
    Venturi13.5mm12.5mm12.5mm6.2mm8.0mm
    ★Rebuild KitRB-70RB-57RB-124RB-155RB-129
    ●Gasket & Diaphragm KitGND-43GND-43GND-67GND-88GND-70
    1Strainer00040110004009000400900040110004035
    6Nozzle Ass'y, Check ValveA0071030009065A007077A007238
    11Diaphragm Ass'y, MeteringA015019A015016A015016A015060A015019
    12Diaphragm, Pump00150470015047001504700150470015047
    17Valve, Inlet Needle00180040018004001800400180040018004
    25Screw, Idle Mixture003125100311340031158A0310180031223
    36Syringe0057004005700400570040057004--

    Price List (Sample - Jan 2009 USD)

    Note: Prices are from 2009 and for reference only.

    Part NumberDescriptionList PriceQty
    0004004Strainer$0.5110
    0005004Plug, Welch$0.4610
    0015050Diaphragm, Pump$2.2910
    0016033Gasket, Pump$0.6010
    0018004Valve, Inlet Needle$2.9010
    0057004Syringe$1.7210
    GND-17Gasket & Diaphragm Kit$4.361
    GND-27Gasket & Diaphragm Kit$4.881
    GND-52Gasket & Diaphragm Kit$4.881
    RB-29Rebuild Kit$8.601
    RB-69Rebuild Kit$9.481
    C1Q-W9ECarburetor (Replaces C1Q-W9, A-E)$36.001
    ZF-1In-Tank Fuel Filter$1.1910
    ZT-1Metering Lever Hgt Gauge$1.081


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