Troubleshooting; Service Schedule - Snapper EI55224, EI7244 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

PROBLEM
Engine Will Not Start 1. Fuel tank empty.
Using Recoil Starter 2. Engine needs choking and priming.
3. Spark plug wire disconnected.
4. Fuel shut off valve closed.
Engine Will Not Start 1. Power extension cord not plugged into machine or
Using Electric Starter
2. Power extension cord damaged.
3. Starter switch damaged or faulty.
Engine Stalls or Stops 1. Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.
After Running 2. Choke control in the "CHOKE" position.
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Air intake clogged with snow or debris.
5. Spark plug defective or gap set improperly.
Engine Loses Power 1. Engine lubrication oil level is low.
2. Spark plug faulty.
3. Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.
Excessive Vibration 1. Damaged, out of balance or bent auger.
2. Loose engine or auger components.
3. Bent or loose Idler pulley.
4. Cracked, severed or frayed belt.
1. Clogged discharge chute.
Poor Snow
2. Damaged or bent auger or components.
Discharging
3. Cracked, severed or frayed belt.
4. Belt tension out of adjustment.
5. Insufficient lubrication in auger bearings.
ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED
Replace
Spark Plug
Engine Oil Check Oil Level
Initial Oil Change
Periodic Oil Change
Clean Shroud & Fins
Engine Cooling
System
Check For Adjustment,
Drive Belts
Wear and Tension
Auger & Check For Damage &
Lubrication
Impeller
Check Air Pressure
Tires

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBABLE CAUSE
120 Volt outlet for U.S.A. or 230 Volt for Europe.

SERVICE SCHEDULE

Engine Manual
Engine Manual
Engine Manual
Engine Manual
Engine Manual
Page 12-16
Page 12
Page 7
1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel/oil mix.
2. Move choke control to "CHOKE" position.
3. Place spark plug wire onto spark plug.
4. Move fuel shut off valve to the on position.
1. Plug power extension cord into machine & into
2. Discard damaged power extension cord.
3. Replace starter switch.
1. Drain and clean fuel system.
2. Move choke control to "OFF" position.
3. Fill with fuel to proper level.
4. Unclog air intake.
5. Service spark plug.
1. Add oil to the engine to full level.
2. Service spark plug.
3. Drain and clean fuel system.
1. Service auger.
2. Service and tighten loose components.
3. Tighten or replace pulley.
4. Replace belt.
REF. EACH
USE HRS
X
X
X
X
20
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Push primer bulb three times.
120 Volt outlet for U.S.A. or 230 Volt for Europe.
1. Stop engine and unclog discharge chute.
2. Service auger or components.
3. Replace belt.
4. Adjust belt tension.
5. Lubricate all bearings as specified in manuals.
5 25 50
HRS HRS
X
X X
100 EACH
HRS SEASON
X
X
X
X