Trouble Shooting Chart - Simplicity H924RX Operator's Manual

TROUBLE
Difficult starting
Engine runs erratic
Engine stalls
Engine runs erratic;
Loss of power
Excessive vibration
Unit fails to propel itself
Unit fails to discharge snow
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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

CAUSE
Defective spark plug.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Blocked fuel line, empty gas tank, or stale
gasoline.
Unit running on CHOKE.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Loose parts: damaged impeller.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Incorrect adjustment of traction drive cable.
Worn or damaged friction wheel.
Auger drive belt loose or damaged.
Auger control cable not adjusted correctly.
Shear bolt broken.
Discharge chute clogged.
Foreign object lodged in auger.
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CORRECTION
Replace spark plug.
Use carburetor bowl drain to flush and refill with
fresh fuel.
Clean fuel line; check fuel supply; add fresh
gasoline.
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 traction drive cable.
Replace friction wheel.
Adjust auger drive belt; replace if damaged.
Adjust auger control cable.
Replace shear bolt.
Stop engine immediately and pull out the safety
key. Clean discharge chute and inside of auger
housing.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark
plug wire. Remove object from auger.
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