Why my Craftsman Lawn Mower engine fails to start?
- JjohnarnoldAug 14, 2025
If your Craftsman Lawn Mower engine fails to start, there are several potential causes: * The blade control might be disengaged. Engage the blade control. * The spark plug boot might be disconnected. Connect the wire to the spark plug boot. * The fuel tank could be empty or contain stale fuel. Fill the tank with clean, fresh gasoline. * The engine might not be primed (if equipped with a primer). Prime the engine as instructed in the Operation section. * There might be a faulty spark plug. Clean, adjust the gap, or replace the spark plug. * The engine could be flooded. Wait a few minutes before attempting to restart it. * The fuel line might be blocked. Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center to have the fuel line cleaned.