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Disconnect
the spark plugwire andground itagainst t heengine to prevent
unintended starting. Before performing anytypeofmaintenance/service,
disengage allcontrols andstoptheengine. W aituntilall moving p arts
have come toa complete s top. Always wearsafety glasses during operation
or while performing anyadjustments or repairs.
This sectionaddresses minor service issues. Tolocate the nearest Sears Service Center o rto schedule service, s implycontactSears at 1-800-4-MY-HOM[%
Engine fails to start
1. Fuel tank empty,
or stale fuel
1. Fill tank with dean
fresh gasoline.
2. Blocked fuel line.
3. Key not inserted all the way.
4. Spark plug wire disconnected.
5. Faulty spark plug.
Engine running
erratically/
inconsistent
RPM (hunting
or
surging)
2. Contact a Sears Service Center.
3. Insert key all the way.
4. Connectwire
to spark plug.
5. Clean spark plug, readjust gap, or replace.
6. Engine not primed.
6.
7. Engine flooded
from excessive priming.
7.
1. Engine running
on choke.
1.
2. Fuel line blocked, or stale fuel.
2.
3. Water or dirt in fuel system.
3.
4. Carburetor
out of adjustment.
4.
5. Over-governed
engine
5.
Engine overheats
1. Carburetor
out of adjustment.
1.
Loss of power
1. Spark plug wire loose.
1.
2. Ventin
gas cap plugged.
2.
Excessive vibration
1. Loose parts or damaged
auger.
1.
Snow thrower
fails to self-
1. Auger control
cable out of adjustment.
1.
propel
2. Auger drive belt loose or damaged.
2.
Auger continues
to rotate
1. Auger control
cable out of adjustment.
1.
Unit fails to discharge
snow
1. Chute assembly clogged.
1.
Push the engine primer button
five to seven times.
Wait at least ten minutes
before starting.
Move choke control to RUN position.
Contact a Sears Service Center.
Run engine until the fuel tank is empty. Refill with
fresh fuel.
Contact a Sears Service Center.
Contact a Sears Service Center.
Contact a Sears Service Center.
Firmly connect
spark plug wire.
Clear vent.
Stop engine immediately
and remove key. Check for
possible damage. Tighten all bolts and nuts. Repair
as needed.
If problem
persists, take snow thrower
to
a Sears Service Center.
Adjust auger control cable as shown in Service and
Maintenance
section.
Replace auger drive belt.
Adjust auger control cable as shown in Service and
Maintenance
section.
Stop engine and disconnect
spark plug wire. Clean
chute and inside of auger housing
with clean-out
tool or stick.
2. Foreign object lodged in auger.
2. Stop engine immediately
and disconnect
the spark
plug wire. Remove object from auger.
3. Auger control
cable out of adjustment.
3. Adjust auger control cable.
4. Auger belt loose or damaged.
4. Replace auger belt.
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