Troubleshooting - Craftsman 247.20400 Serie Manual Del Operador

This section addresses minor service issues. To locate the nearest Sears Service Center or to schedule service, simply contact Sears at 1-888-331-4569.
Problem
Engine Fails to start
Engine runs erratically
Engine overheats
Engine hesitates at high
RPMs
Engine idles poorly
Excessive vibration
Uneven cut

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls
and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to
prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation
or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
Cause
1. PTO/Blade Engage knob engaged.
2. Parking brake not engaged.
3. Spark plug wire disconnected.
4. Throttle control lever not in correct starting
position.
5. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
6. Blocked fuel line or fuel filter.
7. Faulty spark plug.
8. Engine flooded.
9. Fuse(s) blown.
1. Riding mower running with Choke activated.
2. Spark plug wire loose.
3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
4. Vent in gas cap plugged.
5. Water or dirt in fuel system.
6. Dirty air cleaner.
1. Engine oil level low
2. Air flow restricted
1. Spark plug gap set too close
1. Fouled spark plug
2. Dirty air cleaner
1. Cutting blades loose or unbalanced
2. Damaged, dull, or bent cutting blade
1. Deck not leveled properly.
2. Dull blade.
3. Uneven tire pressure.
WARNING
1. Place knob in disengaged (OFF) position.
2. Engage parking brake.
3. Connect wire to spark plug.
4. Place Throttle lever to FAST position.
5. Fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old)
gas.
6. Replace fuel line. See a Sears or other qualified
service dealer. Replace fuel filter. See the Service
and Maintenance section.
7. Clean, adjust gap or replace plug.
8. Crank engine with throttle in FAST position.
9. Replace fuse.
1. Check that the electric choke is working. See a
Sears or other qualified service dealer.
2. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
3. Replace fuel line. See a Sears or other qualified
service dealer. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline
and replace fuel filter. See the Service and
Maintenance section.
4. Clear vent or replace cap if damaged.
5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh gasoline.
See the Service and Maintenance section.
6. Clean or replace air cleaner paper element or
clean foam pre-cleaner.
1. Fill engine with proper amount and type of oil.
2. Clean grass clippings and debris from around the
engine's cooling fins and blower housing.
1. Remove spark plug and adjust gap.
1. Replace spark plug and adjust gap.
2. Clean or replace air cleaner element and/or clean
pre-cleaner.
1. Tighten blade and spindle. Balance blade.
2. Replace blade.
1. Perform side-to-side deck adjustment.
2. Sharpen or replace blade.
3. Check tire pressure in all four tires.
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Remedy