Snapper 9265, 8245, 11305 Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action, Service Performed Each, 100

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM		PROBABLE CAUSE		CORRECTIVE ACTION
Engine Will Not Start	1. Fuel tank empty.		1.	Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel or fuel/oil mix.
Using Recoil Starter	2. Engine needs choking and priming.		2.	Move choke control to “CHOKE” position. Push
				primer bulb three times.
	3.	Spark plug wire disconnected.	3.	Place spark plug wire onto spark plug.
	4.	Fuel shut off valve closed.	4.	Move fuel shut off valve to the on position.
Engine Will Not Start	1. Power extension cord not plugged into machine or		1. Plug power extension cord into machine & into 120
Using Electric Starter		120 Volt outlet for U.S.A. or 230 Volt for Europe.		Volt outlet for U.S.A. or 230 Volt for Europe..
	2.	Power extension cord damaged.	2.	Discard damaged power extension cord
	3.	Starter switch damaged or faulty.	3.	Replace starter switch.
Engine Stalls or Stops	1. Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.		1.	Drain and clean fuel system.
After Running	2. Choke control in the “CHOKE” position.		2.	Move choke control to “OFF” position.
	3.	Fuel tank empty.	3.	Fill with fuel to proper level.
	4.	Air intake clogged with snow or debris.	4.	Unclog air intake.
	5.	Spark plug defective or gap set improperly.	5.	Service spark plug.
Engine Loses Power	1. Engine lubrication oil level is low.		1.	Add oil to the engine to full level.
	2.	Spark plug faulty.	2.	Service spark plug.
	3.	Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.	3.	Drain and clean fuel system.
Excessive Vibration	1. Damaged, out of balance or bent auger.		1.	Service auger.
	2.	Loose engine or auger/impeller components.	2.	Service and tighten loose components.
	3.	Bent or loose Idler pulley	3.	Tighten or replace pulley.
	4.	Cracked, severed or frayed belt	4.	Replace belt.
Poor Snow	1. Clogged discharge chute.		1. Stop engine and unclog discharge chute.
Discharging	2. Damaged or bent auger/impeller or components.		2. Service auger/impeller or components.
	3. Cracked, severed or frayed belt.		3. Replace belt.
	4. Belt tension out of adjustment.		4. Adjust belt tension.
	5. Insufficient lubrication in auger bearings.		5. Lubricate all bearings as specified in manuals.

SERVICE SCHEDULE

ITEM	SERVICE PERFORMED	REF.	EACH	5	25	50	100	EACH
			USE	HRS	HRS	HRS	HRS	SEASON
Spark Plug	Replace	Engine Manual.					X
Engine Oil	Check Oil Level	Engine Manual.	X
	Initial Oil Change	Engine Manual.		X
	Periodic Oil Change	Engine Manual			X
Air Filter	Clean or Replace	Engine Manual.
Engine Cooling	Clean Shroud & Fins	Engine Manual					X
System
Drive Belts	Check For Adjustment,	Page 13-15			X	X		X
	Wear and Tension
Auger &	Check For Damage &	Page 11	X					X
Impeller	Lubrication
Tires	Check Air Pressure	Page 6	X

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