Problem, Possible Causes | Craftsman 486.24516 guide

PROBLEM

Engine fails to start

Loss of power;

operation erratic.

Engine overheats

Too much vibration

POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

1.Spark plug wire disconnected.

2.Safety switch not contacted.

3.Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.

4.Fuel shut-off valve closed (if so equipped).

5.Faulty spark plug.

1.Spark plug wire loose

2.Unit running on CHOKE.

3.Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

4.Water or dirt in fuel system.

5.Carburetor out of adjustment.

6.Dirty air cleaner.

1.Carburetor not adjusted pmpedy.

2.Engine oil level low.

Loose parts or damaged impeller.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1, Connect wire to spark plug.

2.Correctly install hose adapter nozzle. 3, Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.

4, Open fuel shut-off valve.

5.Clean, adjust gap or replace.

1.Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

2.Move choke lever to OFF position.

3.Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean

fresh gasoline.

4.Disconnect fuel line at carburetor ,'odrain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.

5.Adjust carburetor.*

6.Service air cleaner.*

1.Adjust carburetor.*

2.Fill crankcase with proper oil.

Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts and nuts. Make all necessary repairs. If vibration continues, have unit serviced by an authorized service dealer.

Unit does not	1.	Discharge chute (elbow)		1.	Stop engine immediately and disconnect
discharge		clogged.			spark plug wire. Clean inside of housing
					and discharge chute (elbow).
	2.	Foreign	object lodged in	2.	Stop engine immediately and disconnect
		impeller.			spark plug wire. Remove lodged object.
	3,	Mow-N-Vac cart is full.		3.	Empty cart.
Rate of discharge		Chipper	blades dull.		Sharpen or replace chipper blades.
when chipping

slows considerably, or composition of discharged material changes.

*Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.

NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your nearest authorized service dealer.

486.24516 specifications

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