Snapper 1632EX Auger rotates, but snow is not, Thrown far enough, Poor traction, Operate, Side

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Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g

 

 

 

Problem

Possible Cause

Remedy

 

 

 

Auger rotates, but snow is not-

Chute deflector too low.

Adjust deflector as necessary.

thrown far enough.

 

 

Engine speed too slow.

Set speed to full throttle.

 

 

 

 

 

Ground speed too fast.

Use slower speed selector setting.

 

 

 

 

Snowthrower discharge chute

STOP engine and REMOVE the key.

 

clogged.

DISCONNECT the spark plug wire.

 

 

Clear auger using clean-out tool. See

 

 

warning in SAFETY RULES.

 

 

 

 

Auger belt loose or worn.

Check auger drive belt adjustment

 

 

 

Poor traction.

Tires slipping.

Check tire pressure and tread.

 

 

 

Auger does not stop when

Free-Hand™ control is ACTIVE.

Release both auger engage control

auger lever is released.

 

AND Free-Hand™ control to stop

 

 

auger.

 

 

 

 

Auger clutch rod too tight or bent.

Loosen or straighten clutch rod.

 

 

 

 

Auger drive belt out of adjustment.

Adjust auger belt.

 

 

 

 

Auger belt guide out of adjust-

Adjust auger belt guide.

 

ment.

 

 

 

 

Snowthrower does not stop

Traction drive clutch rod bent or

Loosen rod to remove slack or replace.

when drive lever is released.

too tight.

See adjustment procedure.

 

 

 

 

Traction drive clutch rod loose.

Tighten to remove slack. See adjust-

 

 

ment procedure.

 

 

 

 

Drive belt loose, broken, or

Replace drive belt.

 

stretched.

 

 

 

 

 

Drive roller chain damaged.

Replace chain.

 

 

 

 

Traction lock pins in free-

Change traction lock pins to INNER

 

Wheeling position (OUTER hole).

hole to engage traction drive.

 

 

 

 

Friction disc worn.

Replace disc (see your dealer).

 

 

 

Discharge control is difficult to

Gearing needs lubrication

Oil or grease as required.

operate.

 

 

Worm gear not adjusted properly.

Adjust worm gear. See adjustment pro-

 

 

 

cedure.

 

 

 

 

Control rod gears misaligned.

Adjust gear bracket. See adjustment

 

 

procedure.

 

 

 

Snowthrower veers to one

Tire pressure not equal.

Check tire pressure.

side.

 

 

One wheel is set in free-wheeling

Make certain the left traction lock pin is

 

 

mode. (Traction Lock Pin is in the

in the INNER holes (to engage traction

 

OUTER hole).

drive).

 

 

 

Excessive vibration.

Loose parts or damaged auger.

STOP engine and REMOVE the key.

 

 

DISCONNECT the spark plug wire.

 

 

Tighten all hardware. Replace auger if

 

 

necessary. If vibration continues, see

 

 

your dealer.

 

 

 

Drive fails to move

Traction drive out of adjustment.

Readjust drive, or shift speed selector

snowthrower at slow speeds.

 

setting up one speed faster.

 

 

 

Speed selector difficult to

Hex shaft needs lubrication.

Lubricate hex shaft with 5W-50 syn-

move or frozen in place.

 

thetic motor oil (see Maintenance).

 

 

 

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual ModelsTable of Contents Safety Rules & Information Operating Safety Safety Rules & Information Moving PartsTraining Ignition System North American Model Decals C a l sDecals Chute Release Shift Decal ALL Model DecalsCE Model Decals Safety Icons Safety IconsNorth American Id entification NumbersCE Identification TAG Markings CE ModelsFeatures, Controls, & Operation Control LocationsFeatures & Controls E r a t i o n Checks Before Each START-UPManual Start Starting ControlsElectric Start Snow Series MaxStarting the Engine E r a t i o n Stopping the EngineWill Continue until the Free-Hand Control is released Operating the SnowthrowerClearing a Clogged Discharge Chute Deflector Ground Speed SelectorEngine Speed Scraper BAR & Skid ShoesEasy Turn Freewheeling and Traction Drive Lock Full TractionEasy Turn Traction After Each USE StoragePage Auger Gear Case Lubrication Maintenance ScheduleChecking Tire Pressure Regular Maintenance LubricationLubricate as shown in Figure Lubricate Auger Shaft AssemblyCheck / Lubricate FREE-HAND Linkage Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause RemedyThrown far enough When drive lever is releasedAuger rotates, but snow is not Poor tractionInitial Adjustment Auger Drive AdjustmentTraction Drive Cable Adjustment J u s t m e n t s16 10.95cm AdjustmentsRun-In Adjustment Auger Drive Belt Easy Turn Cable AdjustmentBelt Adjustment Traction Drive BeltBelt Guide Adjustment Adjustments & ServiceShear PIN Replacement 3.18 mmBelt Replacement R v i c eSpout Rotator Rod Special Nut Cover Hair Pin Traction Belt Change Swing Plate Alignment Tabs Chassis DimensionsEngine Series Briggs & StrattonTechnical Manuals Replacement PartsMaintenance Items O D U C T S

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