Craftsman 917.254740 Owner's Manual page 27

PROBLEM
WiLL NOT START
WiLL NOT TURN OVER
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ENGINE CLICKS BUT WON T START
HARD TO START
ENGINE MISSES OR LACKS POWER
ENGINE OVERHEATS
_O LIGHTS
WON'T CHARGE
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TROU LESHOOTING
Cause/Remed
Push Clutch/Brake Pedal into Brake position
Move Attachment Clutch Switch to "Disengaged" position
Fill Tank with Gasoline. Check Fuel Line and Carburetor (clean if
necessary), Replace Fuel Filter. Use Fresh Fuel
Check Fuse for fault and replace
Recharge or repiace Battery
Oheck Wiring
Replace Spark Plug(s) and adjust gap
Push Clutch!Brake Pedal into brake position
Charge or replace Battery
Recharge or replace Battery
Move Attachment Ciutch Switch to "DISENGAGED" position
Replace Ignition Switch
Replace Interlock Switch(as)
Replace Solenoid or Starter
Check for fault and replace Fuse
Check all Wire Connections and "Ground" Points
Clean Battery Terminals
Replace Starter or Solenoid
Charge or Replace Battery
Check Wire Connections and "Ground" Points
Place Throttle Control in "FAST" position and run starter several times
to clear out gas
Remove Air Cleaner and clean
Replace Spark Plug(s) and adjust gap
Recharge or replace Battery
Check the Wiring
Drain Fuel Tank and Carburetor, Use Fresh Fuel. Replace Fuel Filter
Make necessary adjustments to Carburetor
Major Engine Overhaul
Shift to a lower gear or reduce load
Drain Gas Tank and Carburetor, Use Fresh Fuel
Remove and clean Air Cleaner
Make necessary Carburetor adjustments
Clean Air Screen
Add or change oil
Replace Spark Plug(s) and adjust gap'
Check for loose wires
Replace Fuel Filter
Major Engine Overhaul
Shift to lower gear or reduce load
Clean Air Screen
Add or change oil
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
Remove and clean Muffler or replace
Remove and clean Air Cleaner
Use fresh fuel and adjust Carburetor
Drain and replace oil for proper temperature
Check Fuse, Switch and Wire Connections. Replace Headlight Bulbs
Replace Switch
Check Fuse for fault and replace
RepLace Battery
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