Craftsman 247.39767 Series Operator's Manual

19TROUBLESHOOTINGWARNINGDisconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to preventunintended starting. Before performing any type of maintenance/service,disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving partshave come to a complete stop. Always wear safety glasses during operationor while performing any adjustments or repairs.This section addresses minor service issues. To locate the nearest Sears Service Center or to schedule service, call the following toll free number:1-888-331-4569.Problem Cause RemedyEngine fails to start 1. Blade control disengaged.2. Spark plug boot disconnected.3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.4. Engine not primed (If equipped with primer).5. Faulty spark plug.6. Engine flooded.7. Blocked fuel line.1. Engage blade control.2. Connect wire to spark boot.3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.4. Prime engine as instructed in the Operation section.5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.6. Wait a few minutes to restart.7. Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center to have fuel linecleaned.Engine fails to start with electricstarter(Electric Start Units Only)1. Electric Starter Push Key not fully inserted.2. Battery not charged.3. Circuit breaker tripped.1. Insert key into starter housing until it snaps into place.2. Charge battery.3. Debris may be blocking blade operation. Stop engine, removeElectric Starter Push Key, and disconnect spark plug boot.Verify grass or other debris is not obstructing the blade.Carefully clean out debris if necessary. Reattach spark plugboot and reinsert Electric Starter Push Key. Wait one minuteafter tripping for circuit breaker to automatically self-resetthen reattempt start.Engine runs erratic 1. Spark plug boot loose.2. Stale fuel.3. Vent in gas cap plugged.4. Water or dirt in fuel system.5. Dirty air cleaner.6. Blocked fuel line.1. Connect and tighten spark plug boot.2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.3. Clear vent.4. Run engine until it stops from lack of fuel. Refill with fresh fuel.5. Refer to Air Cleaner Maintenance in the Engine Manual.6. Contact your Sears Parts & Repair Center to have fuel linecleaned.Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low.2. Air flow restricted.1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.2. Clean area around and on top of engine.Occasional skips (hesitates) 1. Spark plug gap too close. 1. Adjust gap. Refer to Spark Plug Maintenance in Engine Manual.