Craftsman 247.204201 Operator's Manual page 33

Beforeperformingany type of maintenance/service, d isengageall controls
andstop the engine.Wait until all moving partshavecometo a complete
stop.Disconnect sparkplug wire andground it againstthe engineto
preventunintended starting_Alwayswear safetyglassesduringoperation
or while performingany adjustments or repairs.
Thissection addressesminor serviceissues. T olocate the nearestSearsServiceCenter or to schedule service,simply contactSearsat 1-888-331-4569.
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.
Engine Fails to start
6. Dirty air cleaner.
Engine runs erratically
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, adjustgaporreplace plug.
8. Crank engine with throttle in FAST position.
9. Replace fuse.
2.
3.
Check that the electric choke is working. See a
Sears or other qualified service dealer.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
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. Clearvent or replace cap if damaged.
5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with clean, fresh gasoline.
See the Service and Maintenance section.
Clean or replace air cleaner paper element or
clean foam pre-cleaner.
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