Troubleshooting Chart - Briggs & Stratton 100000 Manual Del Operador

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Checking Tire Pressure
Tire pressure should be checked periodically. Recommended
tire pressure varies by tire manufacturer. A good rule of
thumb is to inflate the tire up to, but not exceeding, the "Max
Inflation" stamped on the sidewall of the tire.
Storage
Storage - Fuel System
Fuel can become stale when kept in a storage container
for more than 30 days. Each time you fill the container with
®
fuel, add STA-BIL 360° PROTECTION™fuel stabilizer to
the fuel as specified by the manufacturer's instructions. This
keeps fuel fresh and decreases fuel-related problems or
contamination in the fuel system.
It is not necessary to drain fuel from the engine when STA-
®
BIL 360° PROTECTION™fuel stabilizer is added as
instructed. Before storage, turn the engine ON for 2 minutes
to move the fuel and stabilizer through the fuel system.
Off-Season Storage
At the end of the season, or when the unit is in storage for
more than 30 days, complete the steps that follow.

Troubleshooting Chart

Problem
The engine does not start.
The engine is hard to start, runs poorly, or does not
operate after several minutes.
Excessive vibration.
Gasoline is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive.
Fumes can travel to a distant ignition source and an
explosion and/or fire can result.
• If fuel is in the tank, do not store the unit indoors or
Snowthrower
• Clean the unit. Make sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws
• Examine visible moving parts for damage, breakage,
• Lubricate the control lever linkages, chute and
• For rusted or chipped paint surfaces, sand lightly and
• For unpainted or bare metal surfaces, apply a rust
• Keep the unit indoors and cover it. If kept outdoors,
Returning the unit to Service
• Have an authorized service dealer perform annual
maintenance tasks. See Maintenance Schedule.
• Inspect engine oil level and add oil, if necessary.
• Fill the fuel tank with clean fuel.
• Check tire pressures.
• Make sure that all guards, shields, and covers are
attached.
• Make sure that all fasteners are tightened.
• Inspect the auger and impeller control, and the traction
drive control.
Look for
The key is not installed or set to the OFF position.
The engine is cold and requires priming.
The fuel shut-off valve (if equipped) is in the
CLOSED position.
The fuel tank is empty.
The choke is turned to the OPEN/RUN position
with cold engine.
The engine is flooded.
Stale fuel or moisture in fuel.
The fuel cap does not vent.
Loose parts or damaged impeller.
WARNING
in poorly ventilated areas where fumes could reach
sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition
sources.
are connected.
and wear. Replace if necessary.
deflector, auger assembly, and drive wheel axles.
See Maintenance and Adjustments.
apply touch-up paint.
preventative product.
cover it with a heavy tarpaulin.
Install the key or turn it to the ON position.
Push the primer button two times and start the
engine again.
Turn fuel shut-off valve to the OPEN position.
Fill fuel tank with clean fuel.
Turn the choke to the CLOSED/START position.
Turn the choke to OPEN/RUN position, move
throttle control to the FAST position (if equipped),
and crank until the engine starts.
Fill with clean fuel.
The fuel cap is too tight. Remove the fuel cap, and
install it again. Do not overtighten.
Stop the engine immediately. Remove the ignition
key or push/pull key. Inspect for loose hardware
on any moving parts and tighten as necessary.
If vibration continues, make sure that the unit is
inspected by an authorized service dealer.
Remedy
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