Trouble-ShootingGuideProblem Possible CausesEngine fails to start 1. Dirty air cleaner.2. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel3. Choke lever not in CHOKE position.4. Blocked fuel line.5. Spark plug wire disconnected.6. Faulty spark plug.Engine runs erratic. 1. Unit running on CHOKE.2. Spark plug wire loose.3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.4. Dirty air cleaner.5. Carburetor out of adjustmentEngine overheats 1. Engine oil level low.2. Dirty air cleaner.3. Carburetor out of adjustment.4. Air flow restricted.Will not split logs 1. Reservoir fluid levellow.Corrective Action1. Service air cleaner followinginstructions in the maintenancesection.2. Fill tank with fresh fuel.3. Move choke lever to CHOKE.4. Clean fuel line.5. Connect spark plug wire to sparkplug.6. Service spark plug followinginstructions in the maintenancesection.1. Move choke lever to RUN position.2. Connect and tighten spark plugwire.3. Clean fuel line. Fill tank with freshfuel.4. Service air cleaner followinginstructions in the maintenancesection.5. Contact Sears service center.1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.2. Service air cleaner followinginstructions in the maintenancesection.3. Contact Sears service center.4. Stop engine, disconnect spark plugwire, move blower housing, andcleal_.1. Refillwith Dexron III automatictransmission fluid.Leaking cylinder 1. Broken seals. 1. Return unit to Sears service center.2. Scored cylinder 2. Return unit to Sears service center.NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your locat Sears Service Cente_16