Troubleshooting - Craftsman 247.34625 Owner's Manual

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TROUBLE SHOOTING
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PROBLEM
Engine fails to start
Loss of Power; .........
operation erratic
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S )
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Engine overheats ........................... •
Will not split logs
Engine shut-off switch OFF.
Fuel shut-off valve closed.
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Faulty spark plug.
Spark plug wire loose.
Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
Dirty air cleaner.
Carburetor not adjusted
properly.
• Engine oil level low.
• Air flow restricted.
• Reservoir fluid level low,
CORRECTIVE ACTION
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Move switch to ON position.
Open fuel shut-off valve.
Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.
Connect wire to spark plug.
Clean, adjust gap or replace.
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Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Move choke lever to OFF position.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean fresh
gasoline.
Disconnect fuel line at carburetor to drain fuel
tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
Adjust carburetor or contact your SEARS
Service Center.
Service air cleaner. See Customer
Responsibilities section of this manual.
Adjust carburetor or contact your SEARS
Service Center.
Fill crankcase with proper oil.
Remove blower housing and clean.
Check and fill reservoir tank as instructed
in Operation section of this manual.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your nearest SEARS Service Center.
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