Troubleshooting
Problem
Engine fails to start
Engine running erratically/
inconsistent RPM (hunting
or surging)
Engine overheats
Excessive vibration
Snow Thrower fails to
propel itself
Snow Thrower fails to
discharge snow
Chute fails to easily rotate
180 degrees
Cause
1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
2. Blocked fuel line.
3. Choke not in the RUN position.
4. Faulty spark plug.
5. Safety key not in switch.
6. Spark plug wire disconnected.
7. Primer button not being used properly.
1. Engine running on CHOKE.
2. Fuel line blocked or stale fuel.
3. Water or dirt in fuel system.
4. Carburetor out of adjustment.
5. Over-governed engine.
1. Engine oil level low.
1. Loose parts or damaged auger.
1. Drive control cable in need of adjustment.
2. Drive belt loose or damaged.
3. Friction wheel worn.
4. Drive tracks in need of adjustment.
1. Chute assembly clogged.
2. Shear pin(s) sheared.
3. Foreign object lodged in auger.
4. Auger control cable in need of adjustment.
5. Auger belt loose or damaged.
1. Chute assembled incorrectly.
Remedy
1. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel
becomes stale after thirty days.
2. Clean the fuel line.
3. Move choke control to RUN position
4. Clean, adjust gap or replace.
5. Insert safety key fully into switch.
6. Connect spark plug wire.
7. Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual.
1. Move choke control to RUN position.
2. Clean fuel line and fill tank with fresh clean,
gasoline.
3. Run engine until it stops. Refill with fresh fuel.
4. Contact an authorized Service Center.
5. Contact an authorized Service Center.
1. Fill engine with proper amount of engine oil.
1. Stop the engine immediately and disconnect
the spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts and
nuts. If vibration continues, have the snow
thrower serviced by an authorized Service
Center.
1. Adjust drive control cable. Refer to
Maintenance & Adjustments Section.
2. Replace drive belt. Contact an authorized
service center.
3. Replace the friction wheel.
4. Contact an authorized Service Center.
1. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire.
Clean chute and inside of auger housing with
clean-out tool.
2. Replace shear pin(s).
3. Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Remove object from auger.
4. Adjust auger control cable. Refer to the
Maintenance & Adjustments Section.
5. Refer to Service Section.
1. Unassemble chute control and reassemble as
directed in the Assembly section.
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