Toro 38650 Operator's Manual page 22

Problem
Engine runs, but the snowthrower
discharges snow poorly or not at
all
Snowthrower does not properly
clear the snow off the surface
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Possible Causes
5. The spark plug is pitted, fouled,
or the gap is incorrect.
6. The engine oil level in the
engine crankcase is too low or engine crankcase is too low or
too high.
1. The throttle is not in the Fast
position when throwing snow.
2. The snowthrower is moving too
fast to clear the snow.
3. You are trying to remove too
much snow per swath.
4. You are trying to remove
extremely heavy or wet snow.
5. The discharge chute is
plugged.
6. The auger/impeller drive belt is
loose or is off the pulley.
7. The auger/impeller drive belt is
worn or broken.
1. The skids are not properly
adjusted.
2. The tire pressure is uneven.
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Corrective Action
5. Check the spark plug and
adjust the gap if necessary.
Replace the spark plug if it is
pitted, fouled, or cracked.
6. Add or drain the oil level in the
engine crankcase to the Full engine crankcase to the Full
mark on the dipstick.
1. Move the throttle to the Fast
position.
2. Shift the snowthrower into a
lower gear.
3. Reduce the amount of snow
removed for per swath.
4. Don't overload the snowthrower
with extremely heavy or wet
snow.
5. Refer to Unclogging the
Discharge Chute on page 14.
6. Install and/or adjust the
auger/impeller drive belt; refer
to www.Toro.com for servicing
information or take the
snowthrower to an Authorized
Service Dealer.
7. Replace the auger/impeller
drive belt; refer to
www.Toro.com for servicing
information or take the
snowthrower to an Authorized
Service Dealer.
1. Adjust the skids.
2. Check the pressure in the tires
and adjust the pressure if
necessary.