Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

I purchase a used Craftsman snow blower a couple of weeks ago the previous owner said the snow blower is about ten years old but was in storage for six years. Changed spark plug and oil, blower ran great at time of purchase and also ran fine once I got it home. Well after two weeks we finally got some snow so I pull out the blower but engine will not run after the choke is close, if I leave the choke open the engine starts to race after

a few minutes then shuts off. The Model No. is 536-888621 8HP 26"

Charles - these are classic symptoms that require a good carb cleaning to rectify. Actually, if the engine is a Tecumseh (highly likely since its a Sears), if you look at the very bottom of the carb, you will see a "bowl". There is a nut that secures it. Turn off the fuel supply valve or drain the fuel tank. Grab some rags or a catch can & place them under the bowl. Remove the bowl bolt. Some fuel will leak out. The bolt has one or 2 small holes that need to be cleaned out with a small wire & some carb cleaner.

Reinstall the bolt. The engine should run better. IF not, then you will have to dig further into the carb if your ability allows...

Marty

Thanks for the suggestions, I ordered an Owners manual a couple of shear pins and a tune-up kit from Sears just in case I have to dig a little deeper. I'm

great at taking things apart now putting them back together that's a different story :)