SECTION 8: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Trouble
Possible Cause(s)
Corrective Action
Engine fails to start
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty days
unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Blocked fuel line.
Clean fuel line.
Choke control not in ON position Move choke control to ON position
Faulty spark plug.
Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Ignition key not present.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Engine not primed.
Insert key into ignition switch.
Connect spark plug wire.
Refer to the Tecumseh engine manual or Starting the Engine on page
10
of this manual for instructions on the engine primer.
Engine runs erratic
Loss of power
Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Move choke control 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 Tecumseh engine manual.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Remove ice and snow from cap. Be certain vent hole is clear.
Clean following the engine manual.
Refer to the Tecumseh engine manual packed with your unit or
have carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
Spark plug wire loose.
Gas cap vent hole plugged.
Exhaust port plugged.
Carburetor not adjusted
properly.
Engine overheats
Excessive vibration
Loose parts or damaged auger. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten
all bolts and nuts. Make all necessary repairs. If vibration
continues, have unit serviced by an authorized service dealer.
Unit fails to propel itself Incorrect adjustment of drive
control cable.
Adjust drive control cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Replace drive belt.
Unit fails to
discharge snow
Chute assembly clogged.
Stop engine immediately. Clean chute assembly and inside of
auger housing with chute clean-out tool
Foreign object lodged in auger. Stop engine immediately. Remove object from auger.
Incorrect adjustment of auger
control cable.
Adjust auger control cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Replace drive belt.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer.
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