SECTION 7: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
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•
Follow “Storage” instructions in the Engine Manual.
Store in a clean, dry area. Block the snow thrower
up so it is not resting on the rubber auger blades.
WARNING: Never store engine with fuel in
tank indoors or in enclosed, 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 a
poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rustproof the equipment, especially springs,
cables and all moving parts.
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•
Clean snow thrower thoroughly.
Lubricate as instructed above with a light oil.
SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem
Cause
Remedy
Engine fails to start
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel
Blocked fuel line
Key not in ON position
Spark plug wire disconnected
Faulty spark plug
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline.
Clean fuel line
Insert key and turn to ON position
Connect wire to spark plug.
Clean spark plug, readjust gap, or replace.
Prime engine four times.
Wait at least ten minutes before starting.
Engine not primed
Engine flooded with excessive priming
Engine runs erratic
1.
2.
Unit running on choke
Fuel line blocked, or stale fuel
1.
2.
Move choke lever to OFF position.
Clean fuel line and fill tank with fresh,
clean gasoline.
3.
4.
Water or dirt in fuel system
Carburetor out of adjustment
3.
4.
Refer to engine manual for remedy.
Refer to engine manual for remedy.
Engine overheats
Loss of power
1.
Carburetor out of adjustment
1.
Refer to engine manual for instruction.
1.
2.
Spark plug wire loose
Vent in gas cap plugged
1.
2.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Clear vent.
Excessive vibration
1.
Loose parts or damaged auger
1.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Check for possible
damage. Tighten all bolts and nuts. Repair
as needed. If the problem persists, take
unit to an authorized service dealer.
Unit fails to self-propel
1.
Drive cable out of adjustment
1.
Adjust drive cable following instructions on
page 9 of this manual.
2.
1.
Drive belt loose or damaged
Discharge chute clogged
2.
1.
Replace drive cable.
Unit fails to discharge
snow
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Clean discharge chute
and the auger housing.
2.
3.
4.
Foreign object lodged in auger
Drive cable not adjusted properly
Drive belt loose or damaged
2.
3.
4.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Remove object .
Adjust drive cable following instructions on
page 9 of this manual.
Replace drive belt.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your nearest authorized service
representative or call 1-800-800-7310 for the Customer Support Center. Refer to the engine manual, packed with
your snow thrower, for more engine related information.
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