Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Gas Blower Wont Start, starter fluid, coil ignition

Question
Craftsman Gas Blower Model 358.797180
Blower is 3 years old.  Will not start.  Have changed the gas, spark plug and used starter fluid in the carb.  Any suggestions?

Answer
 Hello Bob:

 Remove the Spark Plug. Wrap a Wire Around the Threads of the Plug and Attach the Other End of the Wire for the Engine. Turn the Engine. Is the Plug Firing? If Yes, Then Remove the Muffler and Check the Exhaust Port for Blockage. Check the Muffler and Spark Arrestor Screen for Blockage. The Carburator May need Cleaning and Rebuilding. If No, then Disconnect the Shutoff Wire from the Coil. Check for Fire. If Fire Now, then the Shutoff Switch or Wire is Bad. If No, the Coil/Ignition Module is Bad. You can View a Breakdown of this Unit at this Addy http://www3.sears.com/ and Click the Box Lawn Equipment. Then Enter the Model Numbers 358.797180 and Click Continue. The Verify the Equipment and Click Continue. On this Page you can View the Parts List or the Diagram. Select View Diagram of the Cylinder/Crankshaft/Crankcase. the Coil/Ignition Module is Diagram # 12. If these are not the Cause of your Problem, then Check the Compression. Compression should be 70PSI Minimum. Im here if you Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me know what Happens, Please. I enjoy knowing the Outcome. Thanks.

 Good Luck

 Respectfully

 John