Manual

SECTION8: TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDE
Problem Cause
Engine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel
2. Blocked fuel line
3. Key not in ON position
4. Spark plug wire disconnected
5. Faulty spark plug
6. Engine not primed
7. Engine flooded with excessive priming
Engine runs erratic 1. Unit running on choke 1.
2. Fuel line blocked, or stale fuel 2.
3. Water or dirt in fuel system 3.
4. Carburetor out of adjustment 4.
Engine overheats 1. Carburetor out of adjustment 1.
Loss of power 1. Spark plug wire loose 1.
2. Vent in gas cap plugged 2.
Excessive vibration 1. Loose parts or damaged auger 1.
Unit fails to self- 1. Control cable out of adjustment 1.
propel
2. Drive belt loose or damaged 2.
Unit fails to 1. Discharge chute clogged 1.
discharge snow
2. Foreign object lodged in auger
3. Control cable not adjusted properly
4. Drive belt loose or damaged
Remedy
1. FilI tank with clean fresh gasoline.
2. Clean fuetline
3. Insert key and turn to ON position
4. Connect wire to spark plug.
5. Clean spark plug, readjust gap, or
replace.
6. Prime engine four times.
7. Wait at least ten minutes before
starting.
Move choke lever to OFF position.
Clean fuel line and fill tank with fresh,
clean gasoline.
Refer to engine manual for remedy.
Refer to engine manual for remedy.
Refer to engine manual for instruction.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Clear vent.
Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark ptug wire. Check for
possible damage. Tighten alI bolts and
nuts. Repair as needed. If the problem
persists, take unit to an authorized
service dealer.
Adjust control cable following
instructions on page 9 of this manual.
Replace drive belt
Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire. Clean
discharge chute and the auger
housing.
2. Stop engine immediateiyand
disconnect spark plug wire. Remove
object.
3. Adjust control cable following
instructions on page 9 of this manual.
4. Replace drive belt.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your nearest authorized service
representative or call 1-800-800-73t0 for the Customer Support Center Refer to the engine manual for more
engine related information.
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