Trouble-Shooting - Sears Craftsman 247.888530 Manual De Uso

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Problem
Engine fails to start. 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Engine runs erratic. 1.
2.
3.
4.
Loss of power. 1.
2.
3.
Engine overheats. 1.
Excessive vibration. 1.
Unit fails 1.
to propel itself.
2.
Unit fails 1.
to discharge snow.
2.
3.
4.
5.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your nearest SEARS
service center.

TROUBLE-SHOOTING

Cause
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
Blocked fuel line.
Choke not in ON position
Faulty spark plug.
Safety key not in ignition switch on engine.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Primer button not being used properly.
Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
Spark plug wire loose.
Gas cap vent hole plugged.
Exhaust port plugged.
Carburetor not adjusted properly.
Loose parts or damaged auger.
Traction control cable in need of adjustment.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Discharge chute clogged.
Foreign object lodged in auger.
Auger control cable in need of adjustment.
Auger belt loose or damaged.
Shear bolt(s) sheared.
1. Fill tank with fresh gasoline.
2. Clean the fuel line.
3. Move switch to ON position
4. Clean, adjust gap or replace.
5. Insert the key fully into the switch.
6. Connect spark plug wire.
7. Refer to the engine manual.
1. Move choke lever to OFF position.
2. Clean fuel line and fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
3. Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Refill with
fresh fuel.
4. Refer to the engine manual.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2. Remove ice and snow from gas cap. Be
certain vent hole is clear.
3. Refer to the engine manual.
1. Refer to the engine manual or have the
carburetor adjusted by an authorized
engine service dealer.
1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts and nuts. If
vibration continues, have unit serviced by
an authorized service dealer.
1. Adjust traction control cable. Refer to
Adjustments.
2. Replace drive belt.
1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Clean discharge chute and
inside of auger housing.
2. Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Remove object from auger.
3. Refer to Final Adjustments in Assembly
Section.
4. Refer to Adjustments.
5. Replace shear bolt(s).
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Remedy