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Problem
Engine fails to start 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Engine runs erratic 1.
2.
3.
Engine loses power 1.
2.
Excessive vibration 1.
Unit fails to propel 1.
itself
Unit fails to 1.
discharge snow
2.
3.
4.
5.
Augers continue to 1.
rotate
Possible Cause
Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
Blocked fuel line.
Choke not ON.
Faulty spark plug.
Key not in ignition switch.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Primer not used properly.
Unit running at FULL choke.
Stale gasoline.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
1.
2.
Water or dirt in fuel system. 3.
Spark plug wire loose. 1.
Gas cap vent hole plugged. 2.
Loose parts or damaged auger. 1.
Drive belt loose or damaged. 1.
Chute assembly clogged. 1.
Shear pin sheared.
Foreign object lodged in auger.
Auger control cable out of adjustment.
Auger belt loose or damaged.
Cable out of adjustment.
2.
3.
Remedy
Fill tank with fresh gasoline.
Clean the fuel line.
Turn Choke knob to ON position.
Clean, adjust or replace spark plug.
Insert the key fully; do not turn.
Attach spark plug wire to the spark
plug on the engine.
Prime the engine as instructed earlier.
If the carburetor is flooded due to
over-priming, wait till it dries out.
Turn choke knob to OFF position.
Siphon off existing fuel and fill tank
with fresh gasoline.
Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Fill up
with fresh gasoline.
Connect spark plug wire.
Remove ice and snow from gas cap.
Be certain that vent hole is clear.
Stop the engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten all
bolts and nuts. If vibration continues,
contact Sears service center.
Replace drive belt.
4.
5.
1.
NOTE: This section addresses minor service issues. For further information
4-MY-HOME®.
Stop engine and disconnect spark
plug wire. Clean chute and inside of
auger housing with clean-out tool or
stick.
Replace shear pin.
Stop engine immediately and
disconnect the spark plug wire.
Remove object from auger.
Adjust auger control cable.
Replace auger belt.
Adjust auger control cable as shown
in "Adjustments" on page 14.
contact Sears service by calling 1-800-
16
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