SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem
Cause
Remedy
Engine fails to start
1.
2.
Key not in ignition switch or not in ON position.
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel
1.
2.
Insert key and turn to ON position
Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline/ oil
mixture as specified in the engine manual.
Clean fuel line
Connect wire to spark plug.
3.
4.
5.
Blocked fuel line
Spark plug wire disconnected
Faulty spark plug
3.
4.
5.
Clean spark plug, readjust gap, or replace.
Move choke lever to off position.
Clean fuel line and fill tank with fresh,
clean gasoline.
Engine runs erratic
1.
2.
3.
Unit running on choke
Fuel line blocked, or stale fuel
Water or dirt in fuel
1.
2.
3.
4.
Refer to engine manual on remedy.
Refer to engine manual.
system
Carburetor out of adjustment
4.
1.
Loss of power
Spark plug wire loose
1.
2.
3.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Clear vent.
Remove obstruction from exhaust pipe.
2.
3.
Vent in fuel cap plugged
Engine exhaust pipe plugged.
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.
2.
Adjust the control cable as instructed on
page 9 of this manual.
Inspect the drive belt for damage and
replace if necessary as instructed on
page 10 of this manual.
2.
1.
Drive belt damaged
Unit fails to discharge
snow
Discharge chute clogged
1.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Clean discharge chute
and the auger housing.
2.
3.
4.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
2.
3.
Foreign object lodged in auger
Drive cable out of adjustment
spark plug wire. Remove object.
Adjust the control cable as instructed on
page 9 of this manual.
Inspect the drive belt for damage and
replace if necessary as instructed on
page 10 of this manual
4.
Drive belt loose or damaged
For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your nearest authorized service representative or
call for the Customer Support Center. Refer to the engine manual for more engine related information.
For US Customers: 1- (330) 220-4MTD (4683) or 1- (800)-800-7310
For Canadian Customers: 1-800-668-1238
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