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SECTION 9: OFF SEASON STORAGE
WARNING:
in tank indoors or in enclosed, poorly
ventilated areas where fuel fumes may
reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as
on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or
other gas appliance.
NOTE:
When storing any type of power equipment in a poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rust proof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains, springs,
bearings and cables.
SECTION 10: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Trouble
Possible Cause(s)
Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
Blocked fuel line.
Choke not in ON position
Faulty spark plug.
Key not in switch on engine.
Spark plug wire
disconnected.
Primer button not depressed.
Fuel shut-off valve closed
(if so equipped).
Engine runs erratic
Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
Loss of power
Spark plug wire loose.
Gas cap vent hole plugged.
Exhaust port plugged.
Engine overheats
Carburetor not adjusted
properly.
Incorrect fuel mixture.
Excessive vibration Loose parts or damaged auger. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten
Unit fails to propel
Incorrect adjustment of drive
itself
cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Unit fails to
Discharge chute clogged.
discharge snow
Foreign object lodged in auger.
Incorrect adjustment of drive
cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Shear bolt(s) sheared
Never store engine with fuel
Corrective Action
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel may not last over thirty
days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Clean fuel line.
Move switch to ON position
Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Insert key.
Connect spark plug wire.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Open fuel shut-off valve.
Move choke lever to OFF position.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean fresh gasoline. Fuel may not last
over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit or have
carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Remove ice and snow from cap. Be certain vent hole is clear.
Clean-see Maintenance section of engine manual.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit or have
carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with proper fuel mixture.
all bolts and nuts. Make all necessary repairs. If vibration
continues, have unit serviced by an authorized service dealer.
Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual.
Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance sec-
tion of this manual.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Clean
discharge chute and inside of auger housing.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove
object from auger.
Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual.
Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance sec-
tion of this manual.
Replace shear bolt(s)
•
If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare the
engine for storage as instructed in the separate
engine operator's manual included with your unit.
•
Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and
equipment.
•
Follow lubrication recommendations in section 7.
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