Storage; Troubleshooting - Toro Wheel Horse 79263 Operator's Manual

Storage

1. Before long term storage, wash the machine with mild
detergent and water to remove dirt and grime from the
entire machine.
2. Check the condition of the scraper blade; refer to
Reversing the Scraper Blade, page 21.
3. Check the condition of the drive belt and chain.
4. Grease and oil the snowthrower; refer to Greasing and
Lubrication, page 19.

Troubleshooting

Problem
Snow does not discharge
Auger does not rotate.
Abnormal vibration.
5. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or
replace any part that is damaged or defective.
6. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
7. Coat the inside of the auger housing and discharge
chute with automotive wax to prevent rust and reduce
the sticking of snow to these surfaces.
8. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area.
Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean.
Possible Causes
1. The discharge chute is
plugged.
2. The auger does not rotate.
3. Auger speed too low.
4. Forward speed too slow.
1. Snow is frozen to the auger or
housing.
2. The drive belt tension is low.
3. The drive belt is worn, loose or
broken.
4. The drive belt is off the pulley.
5. The drive chain is broken.
1. Snow is frozen to the auger.
2. The drive belt is off a pulley.
3. The engine mounting bolts are
loose.
4. Loose engine pulley, idler, or
snowthrower pulley.
5. The engine pulley is damaged.
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Corrective Action
1. Clean the chute with a stick.
2. Refer to Auger does not rotate.
3. Move the throttle to Fast.
4. Increase ground speed.
1. Scrape snow off with a stick.
2. Adjust the belt tension.
3. Install a new drive belt.
4. Install the drive belt and check
the idler pulley for correct
position.
5. Replace or repair the chain.
1. Scrape snow off with stick.
2. Install the drive belt and check
the idler pulley for correct
position.
3. Tighten the engine mounting
bolts.
4. Tighten the appropriate pulley.
5. Contact your Authorized
Service Dealer.