Craftsman 247.88854 - Manual (Page 26)

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Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action
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
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.
Engine runs erratic Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
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.
Loss of power Spark plug wire loose.
Gas cap vent hole plugged.
Exhaust port plugged. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Remove ice and snow from cap. Be certain vent hole is clear.
Clean.
Engine overheats Carburetor not adjusted
properly. Have carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer.
Excessive vibration Loose parts or damaged auger. 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.
Unit fails to propel
itself Incorrect adjustment of drive cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Rubber on friction wheel worn off
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.
Unit fails to
discharge snow Discharge chute clogged.
Foreign object lodged in auger.
Shear bolt sheared.
Incorrect adjustment of drive cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
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.
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your nearest
SEARS service center.