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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
REMEDY
Engine does not start
1. Key not in ON position
2. Choke in OFF position
3. Fuel tank empty
4. Old "stale" fuel mixture
5. Faulty spark plug
6. Engine not primed
Turn key to ON position
Move choke to ON position.
Fill fuel tank with fuel-oil mix.
Drain the stale fuel mixture;
refill with fresh fuel mixture.
Replace spark plug. See page 12.
Push primer button two or three
times following starting instructions.
Engine runs erratic, sputters
1. Incorrect spark plug gap
2. Choke in ON position after
engine has warmed up
3. Fuel contaminated with
water and/or dirt particles
4. Gas cap vent hole plugged
Adjust gap to .030".
Move choke to OFF position.
Drain and refill with fresh fuel mixture
Clean vent hole or replace cap.
Unit does not throw snow
1. Loose or broken drive belt
2. Incorrect control cable
adjustment
3. Discharge chute clogged;
foreign object lodged in auger
4. Carburetor not supplying
enough fuel
Adjust or replace belt. See page 11.
Adjust cable length. See pages 9
and 10.
Stop engine, remove key and clean
the discharge chute.
Contact the nearest Tecumseh
service outlet
Auger does not stop turning
when control is released
1. Incorrect adjustment of
control cable
Adjust cable length. See pages 9
and 10.
Unit vibrates excessively
1. Loose parts
2. Damaged auger
Stop engine, remove key and check.
Make necessary repairs; tighten bolts.
Take snow thrower to an authorized
service dealer.
Unit loses power
1. Spark plug wire loose
2. Gas cap vent hole plugged
3. Exhaust port plugged.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Remove ice and snow from cap, and
make sure that the vent opening is clear.
Clean the exhaust port; see engine
manual for instructions.
Follow step-by-step instructions and observe safety rules to make adjustments and
repairs on your snow thrower.
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