Craftsman 536.772101 - Manual (Page 20)

TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
TROUBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Engine difficult to start
or
Engine runs eiraticaily
or
Engine wiil not run at full
speed
stale fuel Drain fuel tank. Fill with fresh
fuel.
Clogged fuel filter Replace fuel filter
Dirt in fuel tank or out of fuel Clean fuel tank.
Carburetor out of adjustment Take unit to a Sears Service
Center.
Fouled spark plug Clean and set spark plug
gap.
Dirty air filter Replace air filter.
Engine smokes
excessively
Plugged air filter Replace air filter.
Cutting biade will not
rotate
Debris interfering with blade Clean debris from blade.
Loose blade Tighten blade nut.
Defective V-belt Replace V-belt.
Blade will not cut properly
Defective quill bearings Replace the quill assembly.
Damage or worn blade Reverse the blade or replaoe
the blade.
Excessive vibration Loose parts Stop engine immediately.
Tighten all fasteners. If
vibration continues, take the
unit to a Sears Service
Center.
Engine does not shut off
when engine control lever
is released
Loose handle Tighten handle knobs.
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