Troubleshooting Table - Craftsman 358.740160 Operator's Manual

WARNING: Always stop the unit and disconnect the spark plug before performing all
of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.
TROUBLE: Engine will not start or will run only a few seconds after starting.
CAUSE
1. Ignition switch off.
2. Engine flooded.
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. Fuel not reaching carburetor.
TROUBLE: Engine will not idle properly.
CAUSE
1. Idle speed r e q u i r e s adjustment.
2. Carburetor requires adjustment.
TROUBLE: Engine will not accelerate, lacks power, or dies under a load.
CAUSE
1. Air filter dirty.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Chain brake locked.
4. Carburetor requires adjustment.
TROUBLE: Engine smokes excessively.
CAUSE
1. Too much oil mixed with gasoline.
TROUBLE: Chain moves at idle speed.
CAUSE
1. Idle speed r e q u i r e s adjustment.
2. Clutch requires repair.
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See "STARTING" in the STARTING AND STOPPING
section.
See "Starting a Flooded Engine" in the
OPERATION section.
Fill tank with correct fuel mixture. See "FUELING
THE ENGINE" in the STARTING AND STOPPING
section.
Install new spark plug. See "SPARK PLUG" in the
MAINTENANCE section.
Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line. For repair or
replacement, contact a Sears or other qualified
service dealer.
See "CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT" in the
MAINTENANCE Section.
Contact a Sears or other qualified service dealer.
Clean or replace air filter.
Clean or replace plug and regap.
Unlock chain brake. See "STARTING POSITION"
in the STARTING AND STOPPING section.
Contact a Sears or other qualified service dealer.
Empty fuel tank and refill with correct fuel mixture.
See "CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT" in the
MAINTENANCE Section.
Contact a Sears or other qualified service dealer.