Repair a Sears riding or walk-behind mower with similar troubleshooting steps.
Sears lawn mowers, marketed under the Craftsman brand, are available in both riding and walk-behind models. Problems that arise from time to time can often be resolved with some basic troubleshooting that helps to identify the source of the operating issues. Several of the same steps for identifying problems with a Sears mower can be applied to both riding and walk-behind mower models produced by the company. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Remove the cover surrounding the air filter. Remove the air filter and dispose of properly. Wipe the inside of the air filter housing with a rag to remove debris and dust. Install a replacement air filter and position the cover back in place.
2. Pull the spark plug wire from the spark plug. Loosen and remove the spark plug with a spark plug wrench. Dispose of the old spark plug and install a suitable replacement by threading it into the mower by hand. Tighten the spark plug with the spark plug wrench and secure the spark plug wire back to the plug tip.
3. Locate the battery on the Sears walk-behind or riding mower. Examine the cables leading to the battery terminals. Tighten the cable connectors to the terminals with a screwdriver or adjustable wrench as necessary. Examine the wires for any breaks or damage to the plastic covering and wrap with electrical tape to repair.
4. Drain old fuel from the fuel tank into a small container if it is old and could contain water or lacquer from age. Add gasoline that was recently purchased to the fuel tank.
5. Adjust the choke of the Sears riding or walk-behind mower as recommended by the manufacturer for starting and operation. Push the choke control to the "Start" position while the engine is started and then move to the "Run" position for operation.
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