Craftsman 358.791031 - Manual (Page 19)

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
A
WARN IN G : Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before perform­
ing ail of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require
unit to be operating.
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine wilf not
start.
1. Engine fboded.
2. Fuel tank empty.
3. Spark plug not firing.
4. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
5. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
1. See '“Starting a Flooded Engine” in
Operation Section.
2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
3. Install new spark plug.
4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
5. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
Engine will
not idle
properly. 1. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
2. Crankshaft seals worn.
3. Compression low.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
3. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
Engine wilt not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
1. Air filter dirty,
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on
muffler outlet screen.
5. Compression low.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or replace plug
and regap.
3. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
4. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
5. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
Engine
smokes
excessively.
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Air filter dirty.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture,
2. Clean or replace air filter.
3. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
Engine runs
hot.
1- Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Spark plug incorrect.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4- Carbon build-up on
muffler outlet screen.
1. See "Fueling Engine” in Operation
section.
2. Replace with correct spark plug.
3. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
4- Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
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