SECTION 11: 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 may 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.
Blocked fuel line.
Choke not in ON position
Faulty spark plug.
Key not in switch on engine.
Spark plug wire
Connect spark plug wire.
disconnected.
Primer button not depressed.
Fuel shut-off valve closed
(if so equipped).
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Open fuel shut-off valve.
Engine runs erratic Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Move choke lever to OFF position.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean fresh gasoline. Fuel may 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.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with proper fuel mixture.
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.
Carburetor not adjusted
properly.
Engine overheats
Incorrect fuel mixture.
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 Incorrect adjustment of drive
Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual.
itself
cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance sec-
tion of this manual.
Unit fails to
discharge snow
Discharge chute clogged.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Clean
discharge chute and inside of auger housing.
Foreign object lodged in auger. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove
Incorrect adjustment of drive
cable.
object from auger.
Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance sec-
tion of this manual.
Note: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer.
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