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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Cause
Remedy
Engine fails to start
1.
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel
2.
Blocked fuel line
3.
Key not inserted all the way.
4.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
5.
Faulty spark plug
6.
Primer button not being used
properly.
7.
Engine flooded from excessive
priming.
1.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
Fuel becomes stale after thirty days.
2.
Clean the fuel line.
3.
Insert key all the way.
4.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
5.
Clean spark plug, readjust gap or
replace.
6.
Prime engine five to seven times.
7.
Wait at least ten minutes before
starting.
Engine runs erratic
1.
Unit running on CHOKE
2.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel
3.
Water or dirt in the fuel system
4.
Carburetor out of adjustment
1.
Move the choke control to RUN.
2.
Clean the fuel line; fill the tank with
clean fresh gasoline.
3.
Drain the fuel tank and carburetor.
Refill with fresh fuel.
4.
Contact an authorized Service
Center.
Loss of power
1.
Spark plug wire loose.
2.
Vent in gas cap plugged.
1.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2.
Remove ice and snow from gas cap.
Check that the vent hole is clear.
Engine Overheats
1.
Carburetor out of adjustment
1.
Contact an authorized Service
Center.
Excessive vibration
1.
Loose parts or damaged auger.
1.
Stop the engine immediately and
disconnect the spark plug wire.
Tighten all bolts and nuts. If vibration
continues, have the unit serviced by
an authorized service dealer.
Unit fails to propel itself
1.
Auger control cable out of
adjustment.
2.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
1.
Adjust auger control cable.
Refer
to
Maintenance
and
Adjustments section.
2.
Replace drive belt. Refer to
Maintenance
and
Adjustments
section.
Augers continue to rotate
2.
Auger control cable out of
adjustment.
1.
Adjust auger control cable as shown
in Maintenance and Adjustments
section.
Unit fails to discharge snow
1.
Chute assembly clogged.
2.
Foreign object lodged in auger.
3.
Auger control cable in need of
adjustment.
1.
Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire. Clean
chute and inside of auger housing
with clean-out tool or a stick.
2.
Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire. Remove
object from auger.
3.
Adjust auger control cable.
Refer
to
Maintenance
and
Adjustments section.
