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Trouble
Engine failsto start
Engine runserratic
IPossible Cause(s)
Fueltankempty, o r stalefuel.
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),
Throttle in Stop position
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.
Excessive vibration
Loose parts or damaged
auger.
Unit fails to propel
Incorrect adjustment of drive
itself
cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Rubber on friction wheel worn
off
Corrective
Action
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will 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 Throttle to RUN position.
Move choke lever to OFF position.
C ean fue line; f IItank with c ean fresh gasoline. Fuel will 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.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten
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
section of this manual.
Replace rubber following instructions on page 23.
Unit fails to
Discharge chute clogged.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Clean
discharge snow
discharge chute and inside of auger housing.
Foreign object lodged in
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire.
auger.
Remove object from auger.
Incorrect adjustment of drive
Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual.
cable.
Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance
Drive belt loose or damaged,
section of this manual.
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For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed
_"
above, please contact your nearest SEARS service
center,
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