Troubleshooting - Toro power max 828 OE Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem
Electric starter does not turn (electric-start
models only)
Engine does not start or starts hard
Engine runs rough
Engine runs, but the snowthrower
discharges snow poorly or not at all
Possible Cause
1. The power cord is disconnected at the
outlet or the snowthrower.
2. The power cord is worn, corroded, or
damaged.
3. The power outlet is not energized.
1. The key is not in the ignition or is in the
Stop position.
2. The choke is in the Off position and the
primer has not been pressed.
3. The fuel shutoff valve is not open.
4. The throttle is not in the Fast position.
5. The fuel tank is empty or the fuel
system contains stale fuel.
6. The spark plug wire is loose or
disconnected.
7. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the
gap is incorrect.
8. The fuel vent cap is restricted.
9. The engine oil level in the engine
crankcase is too low or too high.
1. The choke is in the On position.
2. The fuel shutoff valve is not completely
open.
3. The fuel tank is nearly empty or
contains stale fuel.
4. The spark plug wire is loose.
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 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.
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Corrective Action
1. Connect the power cord to the outlet
and/or the snowthrower.
2. Replace the power cord.
3. Have a qualified electrician energize
the outlet.
1. Insert the key into the ignition and turn
it to the On position.
2. Move the choke to the On position and
press the primer 3 times.
3. Open the fuel shutoff valve.
4. Move the throttle to the Fast position.
5. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with fresh
gasoline (not more than 30 days old).
If the problem persists, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
6. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
7. Check the spark plug and adjust the
gap if necessary. Replace the spark
plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked.
8. Remove the vent restriction or replace
the fuel cap.
9. Add or drain oil to adjust the oil level in
the engine crankcase to the Full mark
on the dipstick.
1. Move the choke to the Off position.
2. Open the fuel shutoff valve.
3. Drain and fill the fuel tank with fresh
gasoline (not more than 30 days old).
If the problem persists, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
4. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
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 oil to adjust the oil level in
the 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
per swath.
4. Don't overload the snowthrower with
extremely heavy or wet snow.
5. Unclog the discharge chute.
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.