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| Empty fuel tank |
| Fill fuel tank with fuel | |
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| Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough |
| Press primer bulb fully and slowly 10 times |
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| Old fuel |
| Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel | |
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| Fouled spark plug |
| Replace or clean the spark plug |
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| Plugged spark arrestor |
| Clean or replace spark arrestor | |
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| ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE |
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C A U S E
Air filter is plugged Old fuel Improper idle speed
A C T I O N
Replace or clean the air filter Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel Adjust idle speed
ENGINE WILL NOT ACCELERATE
C A U S E | A C T I O N |
Old fuel | Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel |
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Improper carburetor adjustment | Take to a Sears or other qualified service dealer for adjustment |
Cutting attachment bound with grass | Stop the engine and clean the cutting attachment |
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Dirty air filter | Clean or replace the air filter |
Plugged spark arrestor | Clean or replace spark arrestor |
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ENGINE LACKS POWER OR STALLS WHEN CUTTING
C A U S E | A C T I O N |
Old fuel | Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel |
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Improper carburetor adjustment | Take to a Sears or other qualified service dealer for adjustment |
Fouled spark plug | Replace or clean the spark plug |
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Plugged spark arrestor | Clean or replace spark arrestor |
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NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your nearest Sears Parts & Repair center
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