29
30SD, 36SD, 45SD
Rev. Nov2014
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible
Causes
Solution
Engine will not start
1. Key in the OFF position
2. Insufficient fuel in the tank
3. Air bubble in the fuel line
4. Fuel valve in OFF position
5. Choke not ON
6. Choke linkage out of adjustment
7. Loose spark plug wire
8. Fouled spark plug
9. Plugged or dirty air filter
10. Bad / old gasoline
1. Turn key to ON position
2. Add
gasoline
3. Prime engine or shake bubble out
4. Turn valve ON
5. Turn
choke
ON
6. Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual
7. Add
engine
oil
8. Tighten wire or connections
9. Clean or replace the plug
10. Clean or replace the air filter
11. Drain and replace with fresh gasoline
Engine will not keep
running/quits
1. Water in the fuel
2. Fuel valve is OFF
3. Low engine oil
1. Drain and replace with fresh fuel
2. Turn fuel valve ON
3. Add
engine
oil
Augers do not turn
1. Shear pins holding the augers may
have sheared.
2. If the pins sheared, replace them as needed after
applying lubricant into the shaft. Call GXi Parts &
Service at 1-919-550-3259 or email:
[email protected] for parts.
Shaft is not turning
1. Shear-Pins holding the augers may
have sheared.
2. Check the gearbox.
If the pins sheared, replace them as needed after
applying lubricant into the shaft.
Call GXi Parts & Service at 1-919-550-3259or email:
[email protected] for parts.
Snow blower always pulls
to one side
1. Skid shoes and / or scrapper blade
dragging more on one side than the
other
2. Air pressure in tires is not equal on
both sides.
1. Adjust skid shoes and / or scrapper blade so the
scrapper blade drags uniformly on the surface
being blown.
2. Check air in tires. Add or remove pressure as
needed.
Engine will not start with
electric starter
1. Not using proper gauge cord
2. Safety key is loose
3. No power from electrical source
1. Use 120V 16 gauge cord in good condition.
2. Verify the safety key is fully inserted.
3. Check breaker and plug connections
Fuel is leaking from the
engine.
1. Primer bulb was pressed too many
times.
2. Fuel hose has become dis-connected
3. Carburetor has contaminants in it
causing the bowl to flood.
1. Do not press primer more than 3 times. Wipe off
excess fuel and allow to dry COMPLETELY before
attempting to start
2. Re-connect fuel hose and clamp(s)
3. Fuel tank and carburetor needs to be flushed and
carburetor needs cleaning.
