Troy-Bilt 1030 manual Troubleshooting

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SECTION 6: TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

 

Cause

 

Remedy

 

 

 

 

 

Engine fails to start.

1.

Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.

1.

Fill tank with fresh gasoline.

 

2.

Blocked fuel line.

2.

Clean the fuel line.

 

3.

Choke not in ON position.

3.

Move switch to ON position.

 

4.

Faulty spark plug.

4.

Clean, adjust gap or replace.

 

5.

Safety key not in ignition switch on engine.

5.

Insert the key fully into the switch.

 

6.

Spark plug wire disconnected.

6.

Connect spark plug wire.

 

7.

Primer button not being used properly.

7.

Refer to the engine manual.

 

8.

Fuel shut-off valve closed. (If Equipped)

8.

Open fuel shut-off valve. (If Equipped)

Engine runs erratic.

1.

Unit running on CHOKE.

1.

Move choke lever to OFF position.

 

2.

Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

2.

Clean fuel line and fill tank with clean,

 

 

 

 

fresh gasoline.

 

3.

Water or dirt in fuel system.

3.

Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Refill

 

 

 

 

with fresh fuel.

 

4.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

4.

Contact service center.

Loss of power.

1.

Spark plug wire loose.

1.

Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

 

2.

Gas cap vent hole plugged.

2.

Remove ice and snow from gas cap. Be

 

 

 

 

certain vent hole is clear.

 

3.

Exhaust port plugged.

3.

Contact service center.

Engine overheats.

1.

Carburetor not adjusted properly.

1.

Contact service center.

Excessive vibration.

1.

Loose parts or damaged auger.

1.

Stop engine immediately and

 

 

 

 

disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten all

 

 

 

 

bolts and nuts. If vibration continues,

 

 

 

 

have unit serviced by an authorized

 

 

 

 

service center.

Unit fails

1.

Drive control cable in need of adjustment.

1.

Adjust drive control cable. Refer to

to propel itself.

 

 

 

Adjustments.

 

2.

Drive belt loose or damaged.

2.

Replace drive belt.

 

 

 

 

 

Unit fails

1.

Chute assembly clogged.

1.

Stop engine immediately and

to discharge snow.

 

 

 

disconnect spark plug wire. Clean

 

 

 

 

chute assembly and inside of auger

 

 

 

 

housing with clean-out tool or stick.

 

2.

Foreign object lodged in auger.

2.

Stop engine immediately and

 

 

 

 

disconnect spark plug wire. Remove

 

 

 

 

object from auger with clean-out tool or

 

 

 

 

a stick.

 

3.

Auger control cable in need of adjustment.

3.

Refer to Final Adjustments on page 6.

 

4.

Auger belt loose or damaged.

4.

Refer to page 15.

 

5.

Shear pin(s) sheared.

5.

Replace with new shear pin(s).

NOTE: This section addresses minor service issues. For further details, contact an authorized service center or call 1(800)520-5520 for assistance.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents Training Important Safe Operations PracticesOperation Removing From Carton Setting UP Your Snow ThrowerBefore Assembly Setting up the Snow ThrowerAuger Control Test Final AdjustmentsDrive Control & Shift Lever Four-Way Chute Control Shear Pin StorageSkid Shoe Tire Pressure Pneumatic TiresAuger Control Operating Your Snow ThrowerKnow The Controls Drive Control/ Auger Control LockTo Start Engine Before Starting EngineRecoil Starter Electric StarterTo Engage Augers Before StoppingTo Stop The Snow Thrower To Engage DriveMaintaining Your Snow Thrower Chute Clean-Out ToolGeneral Recommendations Checking Oil Level Check V-BeltsCheck Friction Wheel Check Chute CablesReplacing Belt Service & AdjustmentServicing Augers Shave Plate and Skid ShoesDrive Belt Auger BeltFriction Wheel Rubber Drive Control AdjustmentsShift Rod Chute Control Preparing For StorageTroubleshooting Parts List for Model Model Model Handle Engagement Assembly RH Cable Z- Fitting 731-04894 42C 43A 41A 42A 42H 41B 42I 43D 43B 42B 42J Ref No. Part No Description Safety & Decorative Labels MANUFACTURER’S Limited Commercial Warranty For MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for

1030 specifications

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