Trouble-Shooting - Craftsman 247.888540 Manual Del Proprietário

Trouble Possible Cause(s)
Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
Blocked fuel line.
Choke not in ON position
Faulty spark plug.
Key not in switch on engine.
Spark plug wire
disconnected.
Primer button not depressed.
Fuel shut-off valve closed
(if so equipped).
Throttle in Stop position
Engine runs erratic Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
Loss of power Spark plug wire loose.
Gas cap vent hole plugged.
Exhaust port plugged.
Engine overheats Carburetor not adjusted
properly.
Excessive vibration Loose parts or damaged auger.
Unit fails to propel Incorrect adjustment of drive cable.
itself Drive belt loose or damaged.
Rubber on friction wheel worn off
Unit fails to Discharge chute clogged.
discharge snow
Foreign object lodged in auger.
Shear bolt sheared.
Incorrect adjustment of drive cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your nearest
SEARS service center.

TROUBLE-SHOOTING

Corrective Action
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty
days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Clean fuel line.
Move switch to ON position
Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Insert key.
Connect spark plug wire.
Refer to Starting instructions on page 14.
Open fuel shut-off valve.
Move Throttle to RUN position.
Move choke lever to OFF position.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean fresh gasoline. Fuel will not
last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
Have carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Remove ice and snow from cap. Be certain vent hole is clear.
Clean.
Have carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire.
Tighten all bolts and nuts. Make all necessary repairs. If vibra-
tion continues, have unit serviced by an authorized service
dealer.
Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual.
Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance
section of this manual.
Replace rubber following instructions on page 23.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire.
Clean discharge chute and inside of auger housing.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire.
Remove object from auger.
Replace shear bolt.
Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual.
Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance
section of this manual.
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