Craftsman 917.270732 Owner's Manual page 30

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM
Battery will not
charge
Engine "backfires" •
when turning
engine "OFF"
CAUSE
• Bad battery cell(s).
• Poor cable connections.
• Faulty regulator
(if so equipped).
• Faulty alternator.
Engine throttle control not
set at "SLOW" position
for 30 seconds before
stopping engine.
CORRECTION
• Replace battery.
• Check/clean all connections.
• Replace regulator,
• Replace alternator.
Move throttle control to
"SLOW" position and allow
to idle for 30 seconds before
stopping engine.
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