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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.

8. Throttle may be in the STOP

position.

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 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.

8. Move the throttle to the RUN

position.

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 our 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. Gas cap vent hole plugged

1. Connect and tighten spark plug

wire.

2. Remove ice and snow from gas

cap. Be certain vent hole is clear.

Engine Overheats

1. Carburetor out of adjustment

1. Contact an authorized Service

Center.

Loss of power

1. Spark plug wire loose.

2. Vent in gas cap plugged.

1. Firmly connect spark plug wire.

2. Clear vent.

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Summary of Contents for MAX SJ803

Page 1: ... engine and may spark resulting in fire or explosion if used near combustible material or fluid Only use when the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any The spark arrester shall be maintained in effective working order by operator SNOW JOE LLC 86 EXECUTIVE AVENUE EDISON NJ 08817 Form NO 7SJ800 800 Snow Joe Max Single Stage Gas Snow T...

Page 2: ...sist you with any questions you may have Our office hours are 9am to 5 30 pm Eastern Time Thank you for choosing our products STOP Table of Contents Safety Assembly Controls and Features Operation Maintenance Adjustments Troubleshooting Replacement Parts Warranty 3 6 9 10 12 17 19 20 Model and Serial Numbers When contacting the company reordering parts or arranging service from an authorized deale...

Page 3: ...erforming an adjustment or repair Always operate wearing adequate winter outer garments Do not wear jewelry long scarves or other loose clothing which could become entangled in moving parts Wear footwear that provides sure footing Use a grounded three wire extension cord and receptacle for units that have electric start engines The electric starter is equipped with a ground three wire power cord a...

Page 4: ...ot covered in this manual If unsure always contact the distributors where you bought the snow thrower or your nearest service location before proceeding Maintenance and Storage Follow these rules Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels Disengage all controls stop the engine and wait until the auger impeller comes to a complete stop before cleaning repairing or inspecting the snow thrower...

Page 5: ...e rotating blades inside WARNING ROTATING BLADES Keep hands our of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running There are rotating blades inside WARNING ROTATING AUGER Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts in the auger impeller housing or chute assembly Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and fee WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw objects which...

Page 6: ...sary remove and discard plastic bag that covers the unit Remove any loose parts included with the unit Control Cable Attachment 1 With the upper handle in the down position connect the control cable to the Auger control Note Connect the control cable to the lower hole first You may need to adjust this setting prior to use See Adjustments to Control Cable on page 13 Upper and Lower Handle 1 Pivot t...

Page 7: ...ischarge chute onto the unit see Fig 4 Note You will need to hold the discharge chute in place Figure 4 4 Using the locking collar secure the discharge chute to the base see Fig 5 1 5 2 Note The clip on the locking collar must be in the back of the discharge chute Figure 5 2 Chute Clip Figure 5 1 Figure 2 3 SJ_803_MANUAL ENG_R_Layout 1 9 2 10 2 23 PM Page 7 ...

Page 8: ... Fuel Recommendation Use automotive gasoline unleaded or low leaded to minimize combustion chamber deposits with a minimum of 87 octane Gasoline with up to 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether can be used Do not use an oil gasoline mixture dirty or E85 gasoline Avoid getting dirt dust or water in the fuel tank Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Do not smoke or al...

Page 9: ...een the high and low marks Figure 9 Control and Features Figure 8 Adding Fuel m WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive which may result in serious injury or property damage Do not fuel the snow thrower indoors or when the engine is hot Do not use a pressurized starting fluid Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Use extreme care when handing...

Page 10: ... a three prong outdoor extension cord and a 120V power source wall outlet Electric Starter Button Pressing the electric starter button engages the engine s electric starter when plugged into a 120V power source Operation m WARNING Review all safety warnings in this manual and labels on the machine before initiating operation Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death see Safety section...

Page 11: ...tarter is equipped with thermal overload protection the system will temporarily shut down to allow starter to cool if electric starter becomes overloaded 7 As engine warms slowly move Choke Control to the RUN position If the engine falters restart the engine and run with the Choke Control at half choke position for a short period of time and then slowly rotate the choke into the RUN position 8 Aft...

Page 12: ...quired when operating in adverse conditions Engine Maintenance Schedule Checking the Engine Oil To check the engine oil 1 Remove the oil filler cap dipstick and wipe the dipstick clean 2 Insert the cap dipstick into the oil filler neck but DO NOT screw it in 3 Remove the oil filler cap dipstick If the level is low slowly add oil until oil registers between high and low see Changing the Engine Oil ...

Page 13: ...ave plate to the housing Move the shave plate to the desired position and retighten the nuts and bolts securely see Fig 16 5 Tip the snow thrower into the operating position and pull the Recoil Starter Handle to test if it is difficult to pull If it is difficult to pull then remove the spark plug pull the handle several times to ensure trapped oil in the Head is removed 6 Inspect the spark plug If...

Page 14: ...the Spark Plug m WARNING Do not check for a spark with the spark plug removed Do not crank the engine with the spark plug removed m WARNING After the engine has been running the muffler is very hot and can cause burns Allow the muffler to cool down before performing inspection or maintenance m CAUTION A loose spark plug can become very hot and can damage the engine The spark plug must be tight ene...

Page 15: ...ve the belt cover by removing the five hex screws that secure it to the frame 2 Push down on the idler puller to release the old belt from under the belt keeper Remove the old belt by grasping it from the bottom of the auger pulley and pulling outward To replace the belt follow these instructiona and refer to Fig 22 1 Push down on the idler puller 2 Position the new belt on top of the auger pulley...

Page 16: ...e Engines stored over 30 days need to be drained of fuel to prevent deterioration and gum from forming in the fuel system or on essential carburetor parts If the gasoline in your engine deteriorates dur ing storage you may need to have the carburetor and other fuel system components serviced or replaced If the snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or longer follow these instructions 1 Remove a...

Page 17: ...e the throttle to the RUN position 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 our 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 w...

Page 18: ...lt Refer to the Maintenance and Adjustments section Augers continue to rotate 1 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 and disconnect spark plug wire Clean chute and inside of aug...

Page 19: ...dware SJ800 007 Spark Plug SJ800 008 Auger Cable Please call our customer service team for assistance at 866 766 9563 866 SNOW JOE Or visit www snowjoe com and click on Customer Service Our service representatives and technicians will be happy to assist you with any questions you may have Our office hours are 9am to 5 30 pm Eastern Time Thank you for choosing our products SJ_803_MANUAL ENG_R_Layou...

Page 20: ...anty Parts used that are not genuine Snow Joe parts are not covered by this warranty Damages resulting from misuse alteration improper assembly improper adjustment neglect or accident which requires repair is not covered under this warranty Belts and augers are not covered under warranty belts and augers wear out and can be purchased at the Snow Joe Center Snow Joe LLC may from time to time change...

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