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Engine fails to start
Spark plug wire disconnected.2.
Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.3.
Engine not primed.
Faulty spark plug.5.
Safety key not inserted .
Connect wire to spark plug.2.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.3.
section.
Clean, adjust gap, or replace spark plug.5.
Insert key fully into the switch.
Engine runs erratic
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.2.
Water or dirt in fuel system.3.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.2.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.3.
Engine overheats Carburetor not adjusted properly.
Excessive vibration Loose parts or damaged auger. Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts and nuts. If
vibration continues, have unit serviced by an
authorized Service Center.
Loss of power Spark plug wire loose.
Gas cap vent hole plugged. 2.
Connect spark plug wire.
Remove ice and snow from gas cap. Be 2.
certain vent hole is clear.
Unit fails to propel itself Drive control cable in need of adjustment.
Drive belt loose or damaged.2.
Friction wheel worn.3.
Adjust drive control cable. Refer to
Maintenance and Adjustments section.
Replace drive belt. Refer to Service section2.
Replace friction wheel. Refer to Service 3.
section.
Unit fails to discharge snow Chute assembly clogged.
Foreign object lodged in auger. 2.
Auger control cable in need of adjustment. 3.
Auger belt loose or damaged.
Shear pin(s) sheared.5.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Clean chute assembly and
inside of auger housing with clean-out tool
or a stick.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect 2.
spark plug wire. Remove object from auger
with clean-out tool or a stick.
Adjust auger control cable. Refer to Assembly 3.
Replace auger belt refer to Service section.
Replace shear pin(s).5.
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