Troubleshooting - Craftsman C950-52546-0 Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting Chart
Perform the inspection or repair as indicated in the Troubleshooting Chart.
Problem
Auger does not stop within 5
seconds after right control lever is
released
Discharge chute or deflector does
not work (remote-manual)
Engine fails to start
Engine starts hard or runs poorly
Excessive vibration
Scraper bar does not clean hard
surface
Unit fails to propel itself
NOTE: For all other problems, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

Look for
Free Hand control (if equipped) is
ACTIVE.
Discharge chute or deflector out of
adjustment or needs lubrication.
Key is in OFF position.
Failure to prime a cold engine.
Fuel shut-off valve, if equipped, is in
CLOSED position.
Out of fuel.
Choke turned to OPEN/RUN with cold
engine.
Engine flooded.
Water in fuel, or old fuel.
Fuel cap vent is blocked.
Loose parts or damaged impeller.
Skid shoes and scraper bar improperly
adjusted.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Worn or damaged friction disc.
Remedy
Release both auger control and Free
Hand control (if equipped) to stop
auger.
Adjust and/or lubricate control
linkage.
Turn key to ON position.
Press primer button twice and restart.
Turn valve to OPEN position.
Fill fuel tank.
Turn choke to CLOSED/START, set
throttle to FAST.
Move the choke to OPEN/RUN
position, move throttle to FAST
position, and crank until the engine
starts.
Drain tank. (Dispose of fuel at an
authorized hazardous waste facility.)
Fill with fresh fuel.
Clear vent.
Stop engine immediately. Tighten all
hardware. If vibration continues, have
the unit serviced by an authorized
dealer.
Raise or lower skid shoes and
scraper bar.
Replace drive belt. See authorized
dealer.
Replace friction disc.