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14
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Causes
Remedy
WARNING - Before attempting to make any inspections, repairs or adjustments, stop the engine, wait for all moving parts
to stop moving and carefully disconnect the engine spark plug wire. If tipping or
turning the snow blower is required for any inspection or repair, first wait until the engine is cool to the touch and then
drain the engine of all fuel and oil into suitable containers and store or dispose of in a
p
roper manner.
Engine Systems - Note: For all engine problems, see the below troubleshooting information.
Engine Fails to
Start
(Engine cranks
over)
Spark plu
g
wire disconnecte
d
Connect wire to spark plu
g
Faulty spark plug
Clean, adjust gap, or replace spark plug.
Engine flooded with fuel
Discontinue choke or primer use, clean or replace
spark plug.
Safety key not inserted in engine ignition Insert key fully into the switch
Choke not in START position
Move choke to START position, after engine starts
slowly move to RUN position as engine speed and
operation stabilizes at the set rpm. If engine still does
not start move to half choke and crank engine.
Fuel incorrect, old or stale, will not ignite
Empty and clean fuel tank & carburetor, refill with
fresh, clean gasoline. (Note: Fuel may become stale
after 30
days in some cases)
Blocked or clogged fuel system or line Clean fuel system or line
Extension cord is not properly attached to electric
starter terminal
Re-insert extension cord into electric starter terminal.
Engine electric
starter
will not crank
engine
N
o power from power supply, tripped breake
r
Check power supply extension cord is attached to.
Extension cord wire gauge is too small, or
cord is too long
Use proper rated and length extension cord
CHOKE in ON or partial ON position Move CHOKE lever to RUN
Engine runs
erratic,
stalls or seems
low on
power
Fuel incorrect, old or stale
Empty and clean fuel tank & carburetor, refill with
fresh, clean gasoline. (Note: Fuel may become stale
after
30 da
y
s in some cases)
Blocked or clogged fuel system or line Clean fuel system or line
Carburetor is in need of cleaning Clean fuel system and carbureto
r
Spark plu
g
wire loose Connect and ti
g
hten spark plu
g
wire
Faulty spark plug Clean, adjust gap, or replace spark plug, see Engine
Operator's manual
Engine oil over filled
Drain oil to proper level. Oil should not be above
the top 2 threads of LOWER fill plug.
Engine oil level low or empty Add oil
Drive system
N
o forward or
reverse drive
movement when
drive handle
engaged
Drive belt loose or damaged Check drive belt tension pulley for damage or
incorrect tension, repair as necessary. Replace
drive belt.
Friction drive wheel is worn or damage
d
Replace friction drive wheel
Friction drive wheel wet or slippin
g
Allow snow blower to dry and or warm up or
adjust drive cable tension as necessary.
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