QuestionI purchased a Craftsman in 2008 and used it about 3 times that winter. When I tried to start it in 2009, it made a VERY loud high pitch (almost scary) whine and would not start. When I called the Sears Help Line and had the person listen to the sound he said it was the starter. I sent it in for repair and they rebuilt the carburetor, but said nothing about the starter. It is still making that noise (almost to the point you want to cover your ears) before it will start and it takes several times before it starts. I know it never sound that way when bought it and have never had a snowblower that started that way.
AnswerHello Martha:
>>Sorry for the Delay. This Question was Located in the Question Pool and I can Only Answer Questions from the Question Pool when I am Not Answering Questions here or at the Other Site I Answer Questions at.
>>From your Description it Sounds like the Starter Clutch Requires Cleaning and a Light Lubricating.
>>The Giveaway is the "High Pitch Wine/Squeal". I
>>The Starter Clutch should be a Warranty Repair Item.
>>I Suggest you Contact Sears and Inform them of the Error and have them Repair the Starter Clutch under Warranty.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem, I Hope to be Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.
Good Luck
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John
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John
