Checking The Tire Pressure; Troubleshooting - Toro Snow Commander Service Manual

Figure 93
(A) Locknut
(B) Washer (diamond-shaped on some
models)

Troubleshooting

Problem
Electric starter does not
turn (electric-start
models only)
Engine does not start or
starts hard
Engine runs rough
Snow Commander Service Manual
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(C) Housing
Possible Causes
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
Off position.
2. The choke is in the Off position and the
primer has not been pressed.
3. The fuel tank is empty or the fuel
system contains stale fuel.
4. The engine is flooded.
5. The spark plug wire is loose or
disconnected.
6. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the
gap is incorrect.
7. The fuel cap vent is restricted.
1. The choke is in the On position.
2. The fuel system contains stale fuel.
3. The spark-plug wire is loose.
4. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the
gap is incorrect.
12. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
13. Install the control panel.
14. Insert the key in the switch.

Checking the Tire Pressure

Inflate both tires to between 15 and 20 psi (103 and
137 kPA).
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
power 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 two times.
3. Drain and fill the fuel tank with a fresh
gasoline-and-oil mixture (not more than
30 days old). If the problem persists,
contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
4. Move the choke to the Off position and
pull the rope several times to clear out
the rich fuel-and-air mixture from the
engine.
5. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
6. Check the spark plug and adjust the gap
if necessary. Replace the spark plug if it
is pitted, fouled, or cracked.
7. Remove the vent restriction or replace
the fuel cap.
1. Move the choke to the Off position.
2. Drain and fill the fuel tank with a fresh
gasoline-and-oil mixture (not more than
30 days old). If the problem persists,
contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
3. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
4. Check the spark plug and adjust the gap
if necessary. Replace the spark plug if it
is pitted, fouled, or cracked.
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