Trouble
Possible Cause(s)
Enginefails to start
Fueltank empty,or stale fuel.
Engine runs erratic
Blocked fuel line.
Choke not in ON position
Faulty spark plug.
Key not in switch on engine.
Spark plug wire
disconnected.
Primer button not depressed.
Fuel shut-off valve closed
(if so equipped).
Throttle in Stop position
Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
Loss of power
Spark plug wire loose.
Gas cap vent hole plugged.
Exhaust port plugged.
Engine overheats
Carburetor not adjusted
properly.
Excessive vibration
Loose parts or damaged
auger.
Unit fails to propel
itself
Unit fails to
discharge snow
Incorrect adjustment of drive
cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Friction wheel rubber worn off
Discharge chute clogged.
Foreign object lodged in
auger.
Incorrect adjustment of drive
cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Corrective
Action
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty days
unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Clean fuel line.
Move switch to ON position
Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Insert key.
Connect spark plug wire.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Open fuel shut-off valve.
Move Throttle to RUN position.
Move choke lever to OFF position.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over
thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit or have carburetor
adjusted by an authorized service dealer.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Remove ice and snow from cap. Be certain vent hole is clear.
Clean-see Maintenance section of engine manual.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit or have carburetor
adjusted by an authorized service dealer.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts
and nuts. Make all necessary repairs. If vibration continues, have unit ser-
viced by an authorized service dealer.
Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual.
Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance section of
this manual.
Replace rubber following instructions on page 19.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Clean dis-
charge chute and inside of auger housing.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove object
from auger.
Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section on page 17.
Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement on page 17.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your nearest
SEARS service center.
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