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SECTION 8: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer.
Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action
Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
Blocked fuel line.
Choke control not in ON position
Faulty spark plug.
Ignition key not present.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Engine not primed.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty days
unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Clean fuel line.
Move choke control to ON position
Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Insert key into ignition switch.
Connect spark plug wire.
Refer to the Tecumseh engine manual or Starting the Engine on page
10 of this manual for instructions on the engine primer.
Engine runs erratic Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Carburetor out of adjustment.
Move choke control to OFF position.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last
over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
Refer to the Tecumseh engine manual.
Loss of power Spark plug wire loose.
Gas cap vent hole plugged.
Exhaust port plugged.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Remove ice and snow from cap. Be certain vent hole is clear.
Clean following the engine manual.
Engine overheats Carburetor not adjusted
properly.
Refer to the Tecumseh engine manual packed with your unit or
have carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer.
Excessive vibration Loose parts or damaged auger. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten
all bolts and nuts. Make all necessary repairs. If vibration
continues, have unit serviced by an authorized service dealer.
Unit fails to propel itself Incorrect adjustment of drive
control cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Adjust drive control cable.
Replace drive belt.
Unit fails to
discharge snow
Chute assembly clogged.
Foreign object lodged in auger.
Incorrect adjustment of auger
control cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Stop engine immediately. Clean chute assembly and inside of
auger housing with chute clean-out tool
Stop engine immediately. Remove object from auger.
Adjust auger control cable.
Replace drive belt.