TROUBLE
Difficultstading
or
Engine runs
erractically
Cutting blade fails
to turn
Blade fails to cut
properly
Excessive vibra-
tion
Engine will not
shut off when en-
gine control lever
is released
CAUSE
Stale fuel
Defective spark plug
Clogged fuel line
Blocked fuel line or empty fuel tank
Carburetor out of adjustment
Fouled spark plug
Clogged air cleaner
Jammed due to foreign object "
Loose blade
Defective belt
Defective quill bearings
Damaged or worn blade
! Loose parts
:Handle hardware is not cutting into
tube
CORRECTION
Drain fuel tank, Fill with fresh
fuel
Clean and re-gap spark plug
Replace fuel filter
Clean fuel line; check gas tank
Have carburetor adjusted
Clean and adjust gap, replace
Replace air filter
Clear obstruction
Tighten blade retaining nut
Replace V-belt
Replace the quill assembly
Replace blade
Stop engine immediately; tighten
all bolts. If vibration continues,
take the unit into the nearest
Craftsman Service Center
Tighten T-knobs until the external
Iockwasher cuts into the tubing
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