Use and Care Manual
Problem Possible Causes Remedy
1
Engine ignition switch in
OFF position
1 Position engine ignition switch to ON
2
Spark plug wire
disconnected
2 Connect wire to spark plug
3 Faulty spark plug 3
Clean, adjust gap, or replace spark
plug, see Engine Operator's manual
4 Engine flooded with fuel 4
Discontinue choke or primer use, clean
or replace spark plug
5
Safety key not inserted in
engine ignition
5 Insert key fully into the switch
6
Choke not in START
position
6
Move choke to START position, after
engine starts slowly move to RUN
position as engine speed and
operation stabilizes at the set rpm. If
engine still does not start, move to half
choke and crank engine.
7
Engine not primed with
fuel
7
Prime engine, see Engine Operator's
manual
8 Fuel tank empty 8 Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline
9 Water in fuel 9
Empty fuel tank & carburetor, refill with
fresh, clean gasoline
10
Gas is old or has
separated
10
Use clean 87 octane or higher use fuel
stabilizer to the fuel all season. Do not
use E85 or E15. Do not add oil to the
gas. Empty gas at end of season.
11
The fuel vent cap is
blocked
11
Remove vent restriction, cut small
notch in gasket to allow air in.
12 The Engine oil is too high 12 Drain oil and put in 16 ounces of oil.
13 Internal engine problem 13
See Engine Operator's manual,
contact service center or engine
Engine recoil
starter will not pull
out/hard to pull
1
Frozen recoil starter or
engine too cold to turn
over
1
Move snow blower to warm space and
allow it to warm up.
1
Extension cord is not
properly attached to
electric starter terminal
1
Re-insert extension cord into electric
starter terminal.
2
No power from power
supply, tripped breaker
2
Check power supply extension cord is
attached to.
3
Extension cord wire gauge
is too small or cord is too
long
3
Use proper rated and length extension
cord no longer than 150 feet, 16 gauge
extension cord.
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING-Before attempting to make any inspections, repairs or adjustments, stop the
engine, wait for all moving parts to stop moving and carefully disconnect the engine spark
plug wire. If tipping or turning the snow blower is required for any inspection or repair, first
wait until the engine is cool to the touch and then drain the engine of all fuel and oil into
suitable containers and store or dispose of in a proper manner.
Engine Fails to
Start(Engine cranks
over)
Engine electric
starter will not
crank engine
Engine Systems - Note: For all engine problems, see the Engine Operator's manual for
additional troubleshooting information and engine manufacturer contact information.
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