TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY
Difficult starting Defective spark plug. Replace defectivespark ptug.
Engine runs erratically Blocked fuel line. Clean fuel line.
Emptygas tank. Check fuel supply,
Stale gasoline. Addfresh gasoline withfuel stabilizer.
Water or dirtin fuel system. Remove carburetorbowlto drainfuel tank. Refill
withfresh fuel. CAUTION: Do not remove
carburetor bowl when the engine is hot.
' Engine stalls Unit running on CHOKE. Set choke leverto RUN position.
Loss of power Gas cap vent hole is plugged. Remove ice and snowfrom cap. Be surevent
hole isclear.
Excessive vibration Loose parts or damaged impeller, Stop engine immediatelyand remove spark plug
wire. Tighten all bolts and make all necessary
repairs. If vibration continues, have the unit
serviced by a competent repairman.
Unit fails to propel Drive belt loose or damaged. Replace drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt
itself Replacement inAdjustments/Repairs sectionof
this manual.
Incorrectadjustmentoftractiondrive Adjust tractiondrive cable. Refer to Cable
cable. Adjustment inAdjustments/Repairs section of
this manual.
Worn or damaged frictiondisc. Replace friction disc. Refer to Friction Wheel
Replacement inAdjustments/Repairs sectionof
this manual.
Unit fails to discharge Auger drive belt loose or damaged. Replace or adjust auger drive belt, Refer to Drive
snow Belt Replacement and Drive Belt Adjustment in
Adjuetments/Repairs section of this manual,
Auger controlcable notadjusted Adjust auger controlcable. Refer to Cable
correctly. Adjustment inAdjustments/Repairs section of
this manual.
Broken shear bolt. Replace shear bolt. Refer to Auger Shear Bolt
Replacement inAdjustments/Repairs sectionof
this manual.
Discharge chuteclogged. Stop engine immediatelyand disconnect spark
plugwire. Refer to the first Warning in Snow
blower Operation in Operation sectionof this
manual. Clean discharge chuteand inside of
auger housing.
Foreign objectlodgedin auger. Stop engine immediatelyand disconnect spark
plug wire. Refer to the third Warning in Snow
blower Operation in Operation sectionof this
manual. Remove object from auger.
Identifying Your Snow blower
Your new Snow blower has two (2) identifying numbers: (1) unitmodel number: (2) unit serial number. The two preceding
numbers are required to insure that the proper replacement parts are obtained when required, if you have any questions
concerning parts, service, or technical data, contact your nearest Sears Service Department.
For complete warranty information refer to the warranty in the Owner's Information section of this manual.
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