TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Engine fails to start
Cause
remedy
1. Choke control not in ON position
1. Move choke control to ON position.
2
3
.
.
Spark plug wire disconnected
Faulty spark plug
2. Connect wire to spark plug.
3. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
4.
Fuel tank empty or stale fuel
Engine not primed.
4. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
5. Prime engine as instructed in the Operation Section.
6. Insert key fully into the switch.
5
.
6
.
Safety key not inserted.
Engine runs erratically
1. Engine running on CHOKE
1. Move choke control to OFF position.
2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
3. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
4. Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center.
1. Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center.
1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug
wire. Tighten all bolts and nuts. If vibration continues,
have unit serviced by a Sears Parts & Repair Center.
2
3
.
.
Stale fuel
Water or dirt in fuel system
4
.
Carburetor out of adjustment
Engine overheats
Excessive vibration
1. Carburetor not adjusted properly
1. Loose parts or damaged auger
Loss of power
1. Spark plug wire loose.
Gas cap vent hole plugged.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2. Remove ice and snow from gas cap. Be certain vent
hole is clear.
2
.
Unit fails to propel itself
1. Drive cable in need of adjustment
1. Adjust drive control cable. Refer to Service and
Maintenance section.
2
3
.
.
Drive belt loose or damaged
Worn friction wheel.
1. Chute assembly clogged.
2. Replace drive belt. Refer to Service and Mainte-
nance section.
3. Change friction wheel.
Unit fails to discharge snow
1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug
wire. Clean chute assembly and inside of auger
housing with clean-out tool or a stick.
2. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug
wire. Remove object from auger with clean-out tool
or a stick.
2
3
.
.
Foreign object lodged in auger.
Auger cable in need of adjustment.
Auger belt loose or damaged.
Shear pin(s) sheared.
3. Adjust auger control cable. Refer to Assembly
section.
4.
4. Replace auger belt. Refer to Service and Mainte-
nance section.
5.
5. Replace with new shear pin(s).
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| Categories | Craftsman Snow Blower Manuals, Snow Blower Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Craftsman 247.88955 |
| Model Number | 247.88955 |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| Download File |
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| Document Type | Operator's Manual |
| Language | English, Español |
| Product Name | Craftsman 24-Inch Snow Thrower |
| Product Brand | Craftsman. Customer Service Representatives are available by phone: Canada 1-888-225-4886 USA 1-888-384-9939, Snow Blower |
| Product Type | Snowthrower |
| Swath | 24 inch |
| Engine Manufacturer | Craftsman |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 5W30, 4-Cycle Engine Oil (Quart) Recommended for Temperature: - Above 32°F: SAE 30W Straight Grade; - 0°F to 32°F: SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30 Multi Grade; - Below O°F: SAE 0W-30 Synthetic |
| Engine Motor Model # | ZS365-SUA |
| Document File Type | |
| Publisher | craftsman.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Craftsman (tools) |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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