Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Locking levers dont lock, snowblower, levers

Question
I just bought a Craftsman (MTD) snowblower 247.888500. The levers are
suppose to lock (push down auger lever, then taction lever and be able to
remove hand from auger to adjust chute, leaving auger engaged). The auger
lever does not stayed locked down. Any easy fix to this? Having to take off the
plastic panel looks to be a major chore. Any way to do this from the
underside of the panel? From the owners/parts manual and looking from the
underside (using a flashlite & mirror) it looks like everything is there.
Any quick easy adjustment without having to remove the panel? Getting the
knobs off the controls to remove the panel woould be a chore in itself.
Thank you.

Answer
Hello Jerry:

This would be One for the Repair Shop. Sorry. It is Complicated and Not a Simple Chore to Set the Controls so the Locks Operate Properly. Hope this Helps. I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Let me Know What Happens, Please. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

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Respectfully

John