Troubleshooting Chart - Snapper 521E Operator's Manual

Trouble
Difficulty starting
Engine runs erratic
Engine stalls
Engine runs erratic; loss of
power
Excessive vibration
Unit fails to propel itself
Unit fails to discharge snow

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Cause
Defective spark plug.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Blocked fuel line, empty gas tank,
or stale gasoline/petrol.
Unit running on CHOKE.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Loose parts; damaged impeller.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Auger drive belt loose or damaged.
Auger control cable not adjusted
correctly.
Discharge chute clogged.
Foreign object lodged in auger.
Replace spark plug.
Use carburetor bowl drain to flush and
refill with fresh fuel.
Clean fuel line; check fuel supply; add
fresh fuel.
Set choke lever to RUN position.
Use carburetor bowl drain to flush and
refill with fresh fuel.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts and
make all necessary repairs. If vibration
continues, have the unit serviced by a
competent repairman.
Replace drive belt.
Adjust auger drive belt; replaced if dam-
aged.
Adjust auger control cable.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug. Clean discharge chute and
inside of auger housing.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Remove object from
auger.
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