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SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Remedy
Engine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
2. Blocked fuel line.
3. Choke not in ON position
4. Faulty spark plug.
5. Safety key not in ignition switch on engine.
6. Spark plug wire disconnected.
7. Primer button not being used properly.
8. Fuel shut-off valve closed.
1. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
Fuel becomes stale after thirty days
unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
2. Clean the fuel line.
3. Move switch to ON position
4. Clean, adjust gap or replace.
5. Insert the key fully into the switch.
6. Connect spark plug wire.
7. Refer to the engine manual for proper
priming instructions.
8. Open fuel shut-off valve.
Engine runs erratic 1. Unit running on CHOKE.
2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
3. Water or dirt in fuel system.
4. Carburetor out of adjustment.
1. Move choke lever to OFF position.
2. Clean fuel line. Refill with fresh fuel.
3. Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Refill
with fresh fuel.
4. Refer to the engine manual packed
with your unit or have carburetor
adjusted by an authorized engine
service dealer.
Loss of power 1. Spark plug wire loose.
2. Gas cap vent hole plugged.
3. Exhaust port plugged.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2. Remove ice and snow from gas cap.
Be certain vent hole is clear.
3. Refer to the Maintenance section of
the engine manual.
Engine overheats 1. Carburetor not adjusted properly. 1. Refer to the engine manual or have
the carburetor adjusted by an
authorized engine service dealer.
Excessive vibration 1. Loose parts or damaged auger. 1. Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten all
bolts and nuts. If vibration continues,
have unit serviced by an authorized
service dealer.
Unit fails
to propel itself
1. Traction control cable in need of
adjustment.
2. Drive belt loose or damaged.
1. Adjust traction control cable. Refer to
Making Adjustments Section.
2. Replace drive belt. Refer to the
Service.
Unit fails
to discharge snow
1. Discharge chute clogged.
2. Foreign object lodged in auger.
3. Auger control cable in need of adjustment.
4. Auger belt loose or damaged.
5. Shear bolt(s) sheared.
1. Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire. Clean
chute area and auger housing.
2. Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire. Remove
object from auger.
3. Adjust auger control cable. Refer to
the Making Adjustments Section.
4. Refer to the Service Section.
5. Replace shear bolt(s).