Craftsman 247.88845 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 & Maint. section.

 

3.

Friction wheel worn.

3.

Replace friction wheel.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 30/2008 Form noWarranty Statement Table of ContentsProduct Specifications Model Number California Proposition Safety InstructionsTraining PreparationSafe Handling of Gasoline OperationDo not modify engine Maintenance & StorageSpark Arrestor Symbol Safety SymbolsUSE CLEAN-OUT Tool to Unclog Discharge Chute Safety LabelsAssembly AssemblyRemoving From Crate Place the shift lever in the F6 positionSet-Up Chute Clean-Out ToolDrift Cutters Tire Pressure AdjustmentsSkid Shoes Retighten nuts and bolts securelyTesting Wheel Drive Control & Speed Selector Shift Lever Testing Auger Drive ControlAdjusting Wheel Drive & Auger Controls Operation Chute Assembly On / Off switchClean-Out Tool Recoil Starter HandleStarting The Engine Before Starting EngineOil GasolineStopping The Engine Replacing Shear PinsTo Engage Wheel Drive To Engage AugersReinstall oil drain plug and tighten securely Service and MaintenanceChecking Engine Oil Changing Engine OilLubrication Auger Shaft Shave Plate and Skid ShoesShave Plate Shift RodBelt replacement Service and Maintenance Changing Friction Wheel Drive Belt ReplacementIf also replacing the drive belt, proceed to the Drive Belt Service and Maintenance Hole of the hex shaft Gas in the tank † Under heavy load or in high temperaturesPreparing Engine OFF-SEASON StoragePreparing Snow Thrower While the engine is still warm, change the oilTroubleshooting Craftsman Snow Thrower Model Parts List74 -0266 Washer, Flat, 1.52 ID x 2.0 OD Housing, Auger 684-04151Parts List 61 -0199A Bumper, Rubber 784-5619B 41 -0963 Connector, Shift Rod 684-0102A77 -1658 Lamp 725-1669 84 -04484 Screw, 5/16-18 xCraftsman Snow Thrower Model 37 -0104 Pin, Internal Cotter From previous Page Page Page This page applicable in the U.S.A. and Canada only Sears Emission Control Defects Warranty CoverageGDOC-100182 Rev. a Here’s what the Repair Protection Agreement* includes Repair Protection AgreementDeclaración DE Garantía ÍndiceEspecificaciones DEL Producto Número DE ModeloCapacitación Instrucciones DE SeguridadPreparativos Mantenimiento y almacenamiento OperaciónMontaje Coloque la palanca de cambios en posición F6Extracción de la unidad del cajón MontajeHerramienta de limpieza del canal ConfiguraciónCortadores de desplazamiento de nieve Dos fijadores de brida. Vea la FiguraPresión de los neumáticos AjustesZapatas antideslizantes Prueba del control de la transmisión de la barrena Prueba de control de transmisión y palanca de cambiosVea Ajuste de transmisión y controles de barrena Vuelva a ajustar bien las tuercas y los pernosOperación Botón del arrancador eléctrico Manija del arrancador de retro- cesoSalida del arrancador eléctrico BarrenasHerramienta de limpieza Control direccional del canalAntes de encender el motor Encendido del motorProcedimiento para engranar la transmisión Detención del motorProcedimiento para engranar las barrenas Arrancador de retrocesoMantenimiento de Motor Servicio Y MantenimientoControl del aceite del motor Cambio de aceite del motorLubricación Placa de raspado Placa de raspado y zapatas antideslizantesVarilla de cambio Control del canalControl de la transmisión Cambio de correaSoporte del canal Control de la barrenaDel motor. Vea la Figura Reemplazo de la correa de la barrenaNota Asegúrese que la posición del regatón en la vara de Holgazán de taladro es mantenidaBarrena al eje de entrada Reemplazo de la correa de transmisiónMotor e instale nuevamente la cubierta de la correa Ranura de polea AdaptadorEje 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 ComprobarPreparación del motor Almacenamiento Fuera DE TemporadaPreparación de la máquina quitanieve Almacenaje a Corto plazoSolución DE Problemas Piezas con garantía Esta página se aplica sólo en EE.UU. y CanadáMotor certificado Servicio de instalación de Sears Acuerdo DE Protección Para ReparacionesYour Home
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