Craftsman 35182 Operation Manual - Page 21

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit. TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not start or will run only a few seconds after starting. 1. ON/STOP switch in STOP position. 2. Engine flooded. 3. Fuel tank empty. 4. Spark plug not firing. 5. Fuel not reaching carburetor. Engine will not idle properly. Engine will not accelerate, lacks power, or dies under a load. Engine smokes excessively. Engine runs hot. Oil inadequate for bar and chain lubrication. Chain moves at idle speed, 6. Carburetor requires adjustment. 7. None of the above. 1. Idle speed set too high or too low. 2. Low Speed Mixture requires adjustment. 3. Crankshaft seals worn. 4. Compression low. 5. None of the above. 1. Air filter dirty. 2. Spark plug fouled. 3. Carburetor requires adjustment. 4. Exhaust ports or muf- fler outlets plugged. 5. Compression low. 6. Chain brake engaged. 7. None of the above. 1. Choke partially on. 2. Fuel mixture incorrect. 3. Air filter dirty. 4. High Speed Mixture requires adjustment. 5. Crankcase leak. 1. Fuel mixture incorrect. 2. Spark plug incorrect. 3. High Speed Mixture set too lean. 4. Exhaust ports or muf- fler outlets plugged. 5. Carbon build-up on spark arresting screen. 6. Starter housing dirty 7. None of the above. 1. Oil tank empty. 2. Oil pump or oil filter clogged. 3. Guide bar oil hole blocked. 1. Idle speed requires adjustment. 2. Clutch requires repair. 1. Move ON/STOP switch to ON. 2. See "Difficult Starting" in the Operation Section. 3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture. 4. Install new spark plug. 5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace. Check for kinked or split fuel line; repair or replace. 6. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 7. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 1. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the Service and Adjustments Section. 2. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 3. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 4. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 5. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 1. Clean or replace air filter. 2. Clean or replace plug and regap. 3. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 4. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 5. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 6. Disengage chain brake. 7. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 1. Adjust choke. 2. Empty fuel tank and refill with correct fuel mixture. 3. Clean or replace air filter. 4. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 5. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 1. See "Fueling Engine" in the Operation section. 2. Replace with correct plug. 3. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 4. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 5. Clean spark arresting screen. 6. Clean starter housing area. 7. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 1. Fill oil tank. 2. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 3. Remove bar and clean. 1. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the Service and Adjustments Section. 2. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 21