Craftsman 316.794970 User Manual (English)

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Ashley ReedAug 16, 2025
What to do if Craftsman 316.794970 engine lacks power or stalls?
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  Wendy JohnsonAug 17, 2025
  If your Craftsman Blower engine lacks power or stalls, it could be due to: * Old or improperly mixed fuel: Drain the gas tank and add a fresh fuel mixture. * A fouled spark plug: Replace or clean the spark plug. * A plugged spark arrestor: Clean or replace the spark arrestor. * The air filter is plugged: Replace or clean the air filter. * Improper carburetor adjustment: You should take your blower to a Sears or other qualified service dealer.
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Michael McmahonAug 20, 2025
What to do if Craftsman Blower will not blow or vacuum?
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  Jennifer SmithAug 20, 2025
  If your Craftsman Blower won't blow or vacuum, consider these possibilities: * The bag is full: Empty the bag as described in Empty the Vacuum Bag. * The tube is blocked: Clear the blockage as described in Clearing a Blocked Tube/ Impeller. * The impeller is blocked: Clear the blockage as described in Clearing a Blocked Tube/ Impeller. * The impeller is damaged: Take the unit to a Sears or other qualified service dealer.
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Tammy MerrittAug 25, 2025
What to do if my Craftsman 316.794970 Blower engine lacks power or stalls?
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  Robert HernandezAug 25, 2025
  If your Craftsman Blower engine lacks power or stalls, it could be due to several reasons. You can try the following: * Old or improperly mixed fuel: Drain the gas tank and add a fresh fuel mixture. * Fouled spark plug: Replace or clean the spark plug. * Plugged spark arrestor: Clean or replace the spark arrestor. * Air filter is plugged: Replace or clean the air filter. * Improper carburetor adjustment: Take to a Sears or other qualified service dealer.
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christinebaxterAug 27, 2025
What to do if my Craftsman 316.794970 Blower will not blow or vacuum?
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  jeremy07Aug 27, 2025
  If your Craftsman Blower won't blow or vacuum, it may be due to: * A full bag: Empty the bag, as described in Empty the Vacuum Bag. * A blocked tube: Clear the blockage as described in Clearing a Blocked Tube/ Impeller. * A blocked impeller: Clear the blockage as described in Clearing a Blocked Tube/ Impeller. * A damaged impeller: Take the unit to a Sears or other qualified service dealer.
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William GonzalezAug 31, 2025
What to do if my Craftsman 316.794970 Blower engine will not accelerate?
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  Richard WuAug 31, 2025
  If your Craftsman Blower engine will not accelerate, consider the following: * Old or improperly mixed fuel: Drain the gas tank and add a fresh fuel mixture. * A dirty air filter: Clean or replace the air filter. * A plugged spark arrestor: Clean or replace the spark arrestor. * Improper carburetor adjustment: Take your blower to a Sears or other qualified service dealer for carburetor adjustment.
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mwhiteheadSep 4, 2025
What to do if my Craftsman 316.794970 Blower engine won't idle?
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  michaela44Sep 4, 2025
  If your Craftsman Blower engine won't idle, here's what you can check: * The air filter is plugged: Replace or clean the air filter. * Old or improperly mixed fuel: Drain the gas tank and add a fresh fuel mixture. * Improper carburetor adjustment: Adjust according to the Carburetor Adjustments.
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Denise HaleSep 7, 2025
Why won't my Craftsman 316.794970 engine idle?
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  Tonya MatthewsSep 7, 2025
  If your Craftsman Blower engine won't idle, it could be due to: * A plugged air filter: Replace or clean the air filter. * Old or improperly mixed fuel: Drain the gas tank and add a fresh fuel mixture. * Improper carburetor adjustment: Adjust according to the Carburetor Adjustments.