Troubleshooting - Craftsman 247.299.341 Operator's Manual

Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all
moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent
unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
Problem
Engine fails to start
Engine runs erratically
Engine overheats
Engine does not shut off
Tines will not turn
Poor tilling performance

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING
Cause
1. Spark plug wire disconnected.
2. Engine Throttle Control Lever incorrectly set.
3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
4. Dirty air filter.
5. Defective or incorrectly gapped spark plug.
6. Misadjusted throttle control.
7. Dirt or water in fuel tank.
1. Defective or incorrectly gapped spark plug.
2. Dirty air filter(s).
3. Carburetor out of adjustment.
4. Stale gasoline.
5. Dirt or water in fuel tank.
6. Engine cooling system clogged.
1. Engine cooling system clogged.
2. Carburetor out of adjustment.
3. Oil level is low.
1. Misadjusted throttle control or ignition switch. 1.
1. Improper use of controls.
2. Worn, broken, or misadjusted drive belt.
3. Foreign object lodged in tines.
4. Tine clevis pin(s) missing.
1. Worn tines.
2. Incorrect throttle setting.
3. Drive Belt slipping.
1. Reconnect wire.
2. Put lever in START position.
3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
4. Clean or replace filter.
5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
6. Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center.
7. Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center.
1. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
2. Clean or replace.
3. Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center.
4. Replace with fresh gasoline.
5. Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center.
6. Clean air cooling system.
1. Clean air cooling area.
2. Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center.
3. Check oil level.
Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center.
1. Review Operation section.
2. Replace or adjust belt.
3. Dislodge foreign object.
4. Replace tine clevis pin(s).
1. Replace Tines.
2. See Service & Maintenance Section.
3. See Service & Maintenance Section.
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