Troubleshooting - Craftsman CX Series Operator's Manual

Problem
Engine fails to start
Engine running erratically/
inconsistent RPM (hunting or
surging)
Excessive vibration
Loss of power
Unit fails to propel itself
Unit fails to discharge snow
Chute fails to easily rotate 180
degrees

TROUBLESHOOTING

Cause
1. Choke control not in CHOKE position.
2. Spark plug wire disconnected.
3. Faulty spark plug.
4. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
5. Engine not primed.
6. Key not inserted.
7. Extension cord not connected (when
using electric start button, on models so
equipped).
1. Engine running on CHOKE.
2. Stale fuel.
3. Water or dirt in fuel system.
4. Over-governed engine.
1. Loose parts or damaged auger.
1. Spark plug wire loose.
2. Gas cap vent hole plugged.
1. Drive cable in need of adjustment.
2. Drive belt loose or damaged.
3. Worn friction wheel.
1. Chute assembly clogged.
2. Foreign object lodged in auger.
3. Auger cable in need of adjustment.
4. Auger belt loose or damaged.
5. Shear pin(s) sheared.
1. Chute assembled incorrectly.
1. Move choke control to CHOKE position.
2. Connect wire to spark plug.
3. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
4. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
5. Prime engine as instructed in the Operation Section.
6. Insert key fully into the switch.
7. Connect one end of the extension cord to the electric
starter outlet and the other end to a three-prong
120-volt, grounded, AC outlet.
1. Move choke control to RUN position.
2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
3. Drain fuel tank by running engine until it stops. Refill
with fresh fuel.
4. Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center.
1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug
wire. Tighten all bolts and nuts. If vibration continues,
have unit serviced by a Sears Parts & Repair Center.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2. Remove ice and snow from gas cap. Be certain vent
hole is clear.
1. Adjust drive control cable. Refer to Service and
Maintenance section.
2. Replace drive belt. Refer to Service and Mainte-
nance section.
3. Have friction wheel replaced at a Sears Parts &
Repair Center.
1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug
wire. Clean chute assembly and inside of auger
housing with clean-out tool or a stick.
2. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug
wire. Remove object from auger with clean-out tool
or a stick.
3. Adjust auger control cable. Refer to Assembly
section.
4. Replace auger belt. Refer to Service and Mainte-
nance section.
5. Replace with new shear pin(s).
1. Disassemble chute control and reassemble as
directed in the Assembly section.
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Remedy