Power Blower Tm Troubleshooting - Tempest Power Blower Direct-Drive Series Owner's Manual

of every six (6) months or after 100 operating hours. The belt
should also be replaced if visual inspection reveals any cracks or
fractures. To remove the belt:
1. Remove the eight bolts holding the front grille in place and
remove the grille. (Figure 1.1)
2. Remove the blade assemble (detailed instructions on how to
remove the blade assembly are available from Tempest).
3. Loosen the four front engine mount bolts. (Figure 3.1)
4. Pry the engine up to loosen and remove the belt. (Figure 3.3)
5. Use a lever to pry or push the engine downward to tighten
the new belt. The belt should be snug and have very little
play. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE BELT.
6. Tighten the front engine mount bolts.
7. Reinstall the front grille and test the blower.
Figure 1.1
Figure 3.2
POWER BLOWER
Various factors can contribute to or be the sole cause of problems
for gas Power Blowers
problems and provide solutions to correct them.
BLOWER FAILS TO START
• Check for fuel in the tank; make sure the fuel shut off valve
is open.
• Check the fuel line to determine if the carburetor is getting
fuel.
• Check to see if the fuel tank has been overfilled. Too much
fuel in the tank, or tilting the unit too far can clog the charcoal
filter located in the fuel cap, inhibiting fuel flow.
• Check the oil level, HONDA® engines are quipped with
automatic oil alert systems. The engine will not start if oil is
low.
• Check the spark plug for a spark:
1. Remove the spark plug wire, clean any dirt from around
the spark plug base and remove the plug.
2. Install the spark plug into the plug cap.
3. Ground the plug to the engine and pull the starter to see
if a spark jumps the gap. DO NOT HOLD THE SPARK
PLUG IN YOUR HANDS; hold the spark plug cap or
wire.
Figure 3.1
4. If a spark is present, replace the spark plug and wire
then try starting the engine.
• If the blower still does not start, contact Tempest or your local
engine dealer.
POOR BLOWER PERFORMANCE
• Check the air filter for cleanliness, clean if dirty.
• If the blower is a Belt-Drive, make sure the belt is tight.
• If the blower is a Direct-Drive, make sure the blade is tight.
• If the fuel is more then two months old, replace the fuel with
fresh fuel.
Figure 3.3
• If blower is still not performing as normal, contact Tempest at
800.346.2143 or response@tempest.us.com.
BLOWER MOVEMENT OR "WALKING"
• Adjust the rubber footpads on the back of the blower by
turning them either in or out.
• Adjust the side that is walking. This will help to evenly
distribute the weight of the blower to all four points of the
frame.
• Most blowers will walk if not running at full speed, make sure
the blower is running at full speed.
• Make sure the blower is sitting flat and not on small rocks or
other objects.
• If blower is still walking, contact Tempest at 800.346.2143 or
response@tempest.us.com.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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