Craftsman 24BF570F299 Operation Manual - Page 20

TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs. This section addresses minor service issues. To locate the nearest Sears Service Center or to schedule service, simply contact Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine fails to start 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Choke lever not in CHOKE position. 4. Faulty spark plug. 5. Blocked fuel line. 6. Dirty air cleaner. 1. Connect wire to spark plug. 2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 3. Move choke to CHOKE position. 4. Service spark plug following instructions in the Maintenance section. 5. Clean fuel line. 6. Service air cleaner following instructions in the maintenance section. Engine running erratically/ inconsistent RPM (hunting or surging) 1. Unit running with CHOKE applied (if so equipped). 2. Spark plug wire loose. 3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 4. Water or dirt in fuel system. 5. Dirty air cleaner. 6. Carburetor not adjusted properly. 1. Move choke lever to RUN position. 2. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. 3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gasoline. 4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel. 5. Clean or replace air cleaner. 6. Contact Sears service center. Engine Overheats 1. Engine oil level low. 2. Dirty air cleaner. 3. Carburetor not adjusted properly. 1. Fill crankcase with proper oil. 2. Service air cleaner following instructions in the maintenance section. 3. Contact Sears service center.. Cylinder rod will not move 1. Broken drive shaft. 1. Return unit to Sears service center. 2. Shipping plugs left in hydraulic hoses. 2. Disconnect hydraulic hoses, remove shipping plugs, reconnect hoses. 3. Set screws in coupling not adjusted properly. 3. See operator's manual for correct adjustment. 4. Loose shaft coupling. 4. Correct engine/pump alignment as necessary. 5. Gear sections damaged. 5. Return unit to Sears service center. 6. Damaged relief valve. 6. Return unit to Sears service center. 7. Hydraulic lines blocked. 7. Flush and clean hydraulic system. 8. Incorrect oil level. 8. Check oil level. Refill if necessary. 9. Damaged or blocked directional valve. 9. Return unit to Sears service center. Will not split logs 1. Reservoir fluid level low. 1. Refill transmission fluid. Leaking Cylinder 1. Broken seals. 2. Scored cylinder. 1. Return unit to Sears service center. 2. Return unit to Sears service center. NEED MORE HELP? managemyhome.com - for free! Find this and all your other product manuals online. Get answers from our team of home experts. Get a personalized maintenance plan for your home. Find information and tools to help with home projects. 20