Craftsman 247.88045 manual Troubleshooting

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TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING

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.

This section addresses minor service issues. To locate the nearest Sears Service Center or to schedule service, simply contact Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

Problem

 

Cause

 

Remedy

Engine fails to start

1.

Choke control not in ON position

1.

Move choke control to ON position.

 

2.

Spark plug wire disconnected

2.

Connect wire to spark plug.

 

3.

Faulty spark plug

3.

Clean, adjust gap, or replace.

 

4.

Fuel tank empty or stale fuel

4.

Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

 

5.

Engine not primed.

5.

Prime engine as instructed in the Operation Section.

 

6.

Safety key not inserted.

6.

Insert key fully into the switch.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine runs erratically

1.

Engine running on CHOKE

1.

Move choke control to OFF position.

 

2.

Stale fuel

2.

Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

 

3.

Water or dirt in fuel system

3.

Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.

 

4.

Carburetor out of adjustment

4.

Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine overheats

1.

Carburetor not adjusted properly

1.

Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center.

 

 

 

 

 

Excessive vibration

1.

Loose parts or damaged auger

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.

 

 

 

 

 

Loss of power

1.

Spark plug wire loose.

1.

Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

 

2.

Gas cap vent hole plugged.

2.

Remove ice and snow from gas cap. Be certain vent

 

 

 

 

hole is clear.

 

 

 

 

 

Unit fails to propel itself

1.

Drive cable in need of adjustment

1.

Adjust drive control cable. Refer to Service and

 

 

 

 

Maintenance section.

 

2.

Drive belt loose or damaged

2.

Replace drive belt. Refer to Service and Mainte-

 

 

 

 

nance section.

 

 

 

 

 

Unit fails to discharge snow

1.

Chute assembly clogged.

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.

Foreign object lodged in auger.

2.

Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug

 

 

 

 

wire. Remove object from auger with clean-out tool

 

 

 

 

or a stick.

 

3.

Auger cable in need of adjustment.

3.

Adjust auger control cable. Refer to Assembly

 

 

 

 

section.

 

4.

Auger belt loose or damaged.

4.

Replace auger belt. Refer to Service and Mainte-

 

 

 

 

nance section.

 

5.

Shear pin(s) sheared.

5.

Replace with new shear pin(s).

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents 28/2007 Form noProduct Specifications Model Number Table of ContentsWarranty Statement Preparation Safety InstructionsTraining Operation Maintenance & StorageUSE CLEAN-OUT Tool to Unclog Discharge Chute Safety LabelsPlace the shift lever in the F6 position AssemblyAssembly Removing From CrateDrift Cutters Chute Clean-Out ToolSet-Up Control AdjustmentsTire Pressure Skid ShoesRetighten nuts and bolts securely Testing Auger Drive ControlTesting Drive Control & Shift Lever Adjusting Drive and Auger ControlsOperation Recoil Starter Handle Chute AssemblyThrottle Control Skid ShoesStarting The Engine Clean-Out ToolBefore Starting Engine To Engage Augers Replacing Shear PinsStopping The Engine To Engage DriveOil FIll Oil Drain Service and MaintenanceChecking Engine Oil Changing Engine OilLubrication Chute Control Shave Plate and Skid ShoesShave Plate Shift RodAuger Control Belt replacementDrive Control Chute BracketLoosen the bolt shown in securing the belt keeper Auger Belt ReplacementHousing forward and pulling up the handles If also replacing the drive belt, proceed to the Drive Belt Drive Belt ReplacementBelleville Washer Slide Hex Shaft Out Right Side Changing Friction WheelEach Use Engine oil level Check Gas in the tank † Under heavy load or in high temperaturesShort-Term Storage OFF-SEASON StoragePreparing Engine Preparing Snow ThrowerTroubleshooting Craftsman Snow Thrower Model Parts List39 -04020 Spacer, 1.004 x 1.375 x 721-0146 Housing, Auger 684-04151Parts List 77 -1658 Lamp 725-1669 41 -0963 Connector, Shift Rod79 -04220 Harness 80 -1364 Housing 81 -0225 Grommet 61 -0199A Bumper, Rubber 784-5619B79 8 1478 61 49 3173 37 -0104 Pin, Internal Cotter From previous Craftsman Engine Model OH358SA-223828 For Snow Thrower Model 30969 Extension Cap, 1/4-18 NPT 28277 Flat Washer 37083 Cylinder Incl , 20, 72Dowel Pin Oil Drain Extension Not Available35691 Governor Link 35079A Key Switch Bracket Incl a28425 37085 Intake PipeMarked 351 32180C Primer Line 355Packaged 740053B 400 36947BPage This page applicable in the U.S.A. and Canada only Sears Emission Control Defects Warranty CoveragePage Repair Protection Agreement Número DE Modelo ÍndiceDeclaración DE Garantía Especificaciones DEL ProductoPreparativos Instrucciones DE SeguridadCapacitación Mantenimiento y almacenamiento OperaciónMontaje Coloque la palanca de cambios en posición F6Montaje Extracción de la unidad del cajónCortadores de desplazamiento de nieve ConfiguraciónHerramienta de limpieza del canal Zapatas antideslizantes AjustesPresión de los neumáticos Vea Ajuste de transmisión y controles de barrena Prueba de control de transmisión y palanca de cambiosPrueba del control de la transmisión de la barrena Faro Palanca de cambiosOperación Llave de encendidoSalida del arrancador eléctrico Control del estranguladorManija del arrancador de retroceso Botón del arrancador eléctricoAntes de encender el motor Control del canal de 2 direccionesControl direccional del canal Herramienta de limpiezaArrancador de retroceso Detención del motorProcedimiento para engranar la transmisión Procedimiento para engranar las barrenasCambio de aceite del motor Servicio Y MantenimientoMantenimiento de Motor Control del aceite del motorLubricación Control del canal Placa de raspado y zapatas antideslizantesPlaca de raspado Varilla de cambioControl de la barrena Cambio de correaControl de la transmisión Soporte del canalHolgazán de taladro es mantenida Reemplazo de la correa de la barrenaDel motor. Vea la Figura Nota Asegúrese que la posición del regatón en la vara deRanura de polea Adaptador Reemplazo de la correa de transmisiónBarrena al eje de entrada Motor e instale nuevamente la cubierta de la correaEje hexagonal Cambio de la rueda de fricciónDeslice el separador sobre el extremo del eje hexagonal Tanque † Bajo carga pesada o en temperaturas altas Cada Uso Nivel del aceite de motor ComprobarAlmacenaje a Corto plazo Almacenamiento Fuera DE TemporadaPreparación del motor Preparación de la máquina quitanieveSolución DE Problemas Piezas con garantía Esta página se aplica sólo en EE.UU. y CanadáMotor certificado Acuerdo DE Protección Para Reparaciones Get it fixed, at your home or ours

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