Snapper LE3190E, LE3190R, LE3190E Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action, USE HRS Season

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM		PROBABLE CAUSE		CORRECTIVE ACTION
Engine Will Not Start	1. Fuel tank empty.		1.	Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel/oil mix.
Using Recoil Starter
	2. Engine needs choking & priming.		2.	Move choke control to “CHOKE” position.
				Push primer bulb three times.
	3.	Spark plug fouled or wire disconnected.	3.	Replace spark plug. Attach plug wire onto
				spark plug.
Engine Will Not Crank	1. Power extension cord not plugged into machine or		1.	Plug power extension cord into machine & into
Using Electric Starter		110 Volt outlet.		110 Volt outlet.
	2.	Power extension cord damaged.	2.	Discard damaged power extension cord
	3.	Starter switch damaged or faulty.	3.	Replace starter switch.
	4.	Key switch turned to “OFF” position.	4. Turn key switch to “ON” position.
Engine Stalls or Stops	1. Fuel and 2-Cycle oil mixture ratio incorrect.		1.	Mix fuel and 2-Cycle oil to 32:1 ratio.
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.
	6.	Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.	6.	Drain and clean fuel system.
	7.	Fuel filter clogged.	7.	Replace with new in line filter.
Engine Loses Power	1. Fuel and 2-Cycle oil mixture ratio incorrect.		1.	Mix fuel and 2-Cycle oil to 32:1 ratio.
	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 components.	2.	Service and tighten loose components.
	3.	Loose or missing flightings.	3.	Replace flightings.
	4.	Cracked, severed or frayed belt	4.	Replace belt.
	5.	Bent or loose Idler pulley	5.	Tighten or replace pulley.
Poor Snow	1. Clogged discharge chute.		1. Stop engine and unclog discharge chute.
Discharging	2. Damaged or bent auger or components.		2. Service auger or components.
	3. Cracked, severed or frayed belt.		3. Replace belt.
	4. Belt tension out of adjustment.		4. Adjust belt tension.
	5. Auger flightings damaged or missing.		5. Replace flightings.

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 Cooling	Clean Shroud & Fins	Engine Manual					X
System
Drive Belts	Check For Wear And	Page 10-13			X	X		X
	Tension
Auger & Flight	Check For Wear, Damage	Page 10-13	X
Shoe	& Replacement

4.2. MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PARTS

MAINTENANCE PARTS

Auger Drive Belt	2-4618
Auger Clutch Control Cable	2-4662
Auger Flite Shoe Kit for 17” Auger Models	6-1215
Auger Flite Shoe Kit for 19” Auger Models	6-1213
Parts Manual for L.E. Models Series 0 Snow Thrower	06026
Models: LE3170R, LE3170E, LE3190R, LE3190E
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