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Problem
Engine fails to start
Engine running erratically/
inconsistent RPM (hunting or
surging)
Excessive vibration
Loss of power
Unit fails to propel itself
Unit fails to discharge snow
Chute fails to easily rotate 180
degrees
TROUBLESHOOTING
Cause
1.
Choke not in CHOKE position.
2.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
3.
Faulty spark plug.
4.
Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
5.
Engine not primed.
6.
Key not in ignition on engine.
7.
Extension cord not connected (when
using electric start button, on models so
equipped)
1.
Engine running on CHOKE.
2.
Stale fuel.
3.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
4.
Engine over-governed
1.
Loose parts or damaged auger.
1.
Spark plug wire loose.
2.
Gas cap vent hole plugged.
1.
Drive control cable in need of adjustment.
2.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
3.
Friction wheel worn.
1.
Chute assembly clogged.
2.
Foreign object lodged in auger.
3.
Auger control cable in need of adjustment.
4.
Auger belt loose or damaged.
5.
Shear pin(s) sheared.
1.
Chute assembled incorrectly.
1.
Move choke to CHOKE position.
2.
Connect wire to spark plug.
3.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
4.
Prime engine as instructed in the Operation section.
5.
Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
6.
Insert key fully into the switch.
7.
Connect one end of the extension cord to the electric
starter outlet and the other end to a three-prong
120-volt, grounded, AC outlet.
1.
Move choke lever to RUN position.
2.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
3.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
4.
Contact an authorized Service Center.
1.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug
wire. Tighten all bolts and nuts. If vibration continues,
have unit serviced by an authorized Service Center.
1.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2.
Remove ice and snow from gas cap. Be certain vent
hole is clear.
1.
Adjust drive control cable. Refer to Maintenance &
Adjustments section.
2.
Replace drive belt. Refer to Service section
3.
Replace friction wheel. Refer to Service section.
1.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug
wire. Clean chute assembly and inside of auger
housing with clean-out tool or a stick.
2.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug
wire. Remove object from auger with clean-out tool
or a stick.
3.
Refer to Auger Control Test.
4.
Refer to Maintenance & Adjustments section.
5.
Replace with new shear pin(s).
1.
Disassemble chute control and reassemble as
directed in the Assembly & Set-up section.
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