SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
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Remove all debris from the exterior of equipment.
Follow lubrication recommendations on page 13.
Always store the snow thrower in a clean, dry area.
WARNING: Never store engine with fuel in
tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas,
where fuel fumes may reach an open flame,
spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water
heater, clothes dryer or other gas appliance.
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in
an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rust proof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains,
springs, bearings and cables.
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If unit is to be stored over 30 days, prepare engine
for storage as instructed in the engine manual.
SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Cause
Remedy
Engine fails to start.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
Blocked fuel line.
Choke not in ON position
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Fill tank with fresh gasoline.
Clean the fuel line.
Move switch to ON position
Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Insert the key fully into the switch.
Connect spark plug wire.
Refer to the engine manual.
Faulty spark plug.
Safety key not in ignition switch on engine.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Primer button not being used properly.
Engine runs erratic.
Loss of power.
1.
2.
Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
1.
2.
Move choke lever to OFF position.
Clean fuel line and fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Refill with
fresh fuel.
3.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
3.
4.
4.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
Refer to the engine manual.
1.
2.
Spark plug wire loose.
Gas cap vent hole plugged.
1.
2.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Remove ice and snow from gas cap. Be
certain vent hole is clear.
3.
1.
Exhaust port plugged.
3.
1.
Refer to the engine manual.
Engine overheats.
Excessive vibration.
Carburetor not adjusted properly.
Refer to the engine manual or have the
carburetor adjusted by an authorized
engine service dealer.
1.
Loose parts or damaged auger.
1.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts and nuts. If
vibration continues, have unit serviced by
an authorized service dealer.
Unit fails
to propel itself.
1.
Traction control cable in need of adjustment.
1.
Adjust traction control cable. Refer to
Adjustments.
2.
1.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Discharge chute clogged.
2.
1.
Replace drive belt.
Unit fails
to discharge snow.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Clean discharge chute and
inside of auger housing.
2.
3.
Foreign object lodged in auger.
2.
3.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Remove object from auger.
Refer to Final Adjustments in Assembly
Section.
Auger control cable in need of adjustment.
4.
5.
Auger belt loose or damaged.
Shear bolt(s) sheared.
4.
5.
Refer to Adjustments.
Replace shear bolt(s).
NOTE: For repairs beyond minor adjustments listed above, contact the local dealer.
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