Troubleshooting - Sears Craftsman 917.254661 Owner's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING
WILL NOT START
WILL NOT TURN OVER
ENGINE CLICKS BUT WON'T START
HARD TO START
PROBLEM CAUSE/REMEDY (SEE INDEX)
ENGINE MISSES OR LACKS POWER
ENGINE OVERHEATS
NO LIGHTS
WON'T CHARGE
0 PERA TOR mESENCE S YS TEM-WiLL NO T SHUT DO WN
WHEN OPERA TOR LEA VES SEA T,.
Note: This tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens-
ing system, Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with
the enigne running and the attchment clutch engaged will shut
__d.o,wn,,,,the engine.
Push Clutch/Brake Pedal into Brake Position.
Move Attachment Clutch Switch to "Disengaged" Position
Fill Fuel Tank with Gasoline, Check Fuel Line and Carburetor
(clean if necessary) Replace Fuel Filter
Check fuse for fault and replace
Recharge or replace Battery
Check Wiring
Replace Spark Plug and adjust gap
Charge Battery
Replace Ignition Switch
Depress Clutch/Brake Pedal
Disengage Attachment Clutch Switch
Replace Interlock Switch
Replace Solenoid
Replace Fuse
Check All Wire Connections
Replace Starter
Charge or Replace Battery
Place Throttle Control in "FAST" position
and run starter several times to clear out gas
Remove and clean Fuel Tank and lines_ Replace Fuel Filter
Remove Air Filter and clean
Replace Spark Plug and adjust gap
Replace Battery
Check the wiring and Spark Plug
Drain Fuel Tank and C3rbureror. use fresh fuel
Make necessary adjustments to Carburetor
Major Engine Overhaul
Shift to a lower gear or reduce load
Remove and clean Fuel Tank; replace Fuel Filter
Remove and clean Air Cleaner
Make necessary carburetor adjustments
Clean Air Screen
Add or change oil
Replace Spark Plug
Check Spark Plug and check for loose wires
Major Engine overhaul
Clean Air Screen
Add or change oil
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Remove end clean Muffler or replace
Remove and clean Air Filter
Use fresh fuel and adjust Carburetor
Check Fuse, Switch and wire connections Replace
Headlight Bulbs
Check Fuse and replace
Replace Battery
Replace Regulator
Replace Alternator
Engage attachment clutch
Check aft wire connections
Check seat switch Check operator presence relay
Check PTO Switch
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