Craftsman 247.88855 - Manual (Page 25)

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TROUBLE-SHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action
Shift lever not locking
into the sixth speed 1. Shift rod out of adjustment 1. Remove washer and pin. Turn ferrule
clockwise one turn and reinstall.
Engine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel
2. Fuel shut-off valve closed
3. Ignition key not in switch or engine
4. Spark plug wire disconnected
5. Blocked fuel line
6. Faulty spark plug 1. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
2. Open valve.
3. Insert key.
4. Connect spark plug wire.
5. Clean fuel line.
6. Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Engine runs erratic. 1. Unit running on choke
2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel
3. Water or dirt in fuel system.
4. Carburetor out of adjustment
1. Turn choke to off position.
2. Clean fuel line, fill tank with fresh fuel.
3. Drain carburetor following instructions on
page 24. Refill with fresh fuel.
4. Contact Sears service center.
Loss of power 1. Spark plug wire loose
2. Gas cap vent hole plugged 1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2. Remove ice and snow from cap. Make sure
that the vent hole is clear.
Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low.
2. Carburetor not adjusted properly 1. Fill crankcase with proper engine oil.
2. Contact Sears service center.
Excessive vibration 1. Loose parts or auger damaged 1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Tighten all nuts and bolts.
Check for the source of vibration. Make all
necessary repairs. If vibration persists,
contact Sears service center.
Hard to shift speed, or
will not shift 1. Shift rod not adjusted
2. Hex shaft not lubricated 1. Readjust shift rod.
2. Lubricate sprocket shaft.
Unit fails to propel
itself 1. Incorrect adjustment of drive clutch
2. Drive belt loose or damaged
1. Adjust drive clutch.
2. Replace drive belt.
Unit fails to discharge
snow 1. Auger shear bolt broken
2. Discharge chute clogged
3. Foreign object lodged in auger.
4. Auger drive clutch cable not adjusted.
5. Auger drive belt loose or damaged.
1. Replace shear bolt.
2. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire and
clean discharge chute and inside of auger
housing.
3. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire and
remove object from auger.
4. Adjust properly.
5. Replace belt.
Track does not turn 1. Track control cable not inserted.
2. Lower cable bracket not fully positioned against
gear box.
1. Insert the cable completely into the trigger
assembly.
2. Loosen two self-tapping screws on each slot
of bracket. Retighten making sure that the
bolt is completely at the bottom of the slot.
For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above,
please contact your nearest SEARS service center.