Snapper 10524, 11528, 1332, 1338, 13388 manual Auger rotates, but snow is not, Thrown far enough

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Troubleshooting

 

 

 

 

 

 

PROBLEM

 

POSSIBLE CAUSE

 

REMEDY

 

Auger rotates, but snow is not

1. Chute deflector too low.

1.

Adjust deflector as necessary.

 

thrown far enough

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Engine speed too slow.

2.

Set speed to full throttle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Ground speed too fast.

3.

Use slower speed selector setting.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Snowthrower discharge chute

4.

STOP engine and REMOVE the

 

 

 

clogged.

 

key. DISCONNECT the spark plug

 

 

 

 

 

wire. Clear auger using clean-out

 

 

 

 

 

tool. See warning in SAFETY

 

 

 

 

 

RULES.

 

 

5.

Auger belt loose or worn.

5.

Check auger drive belt adjustment

 

 

 

 

 

 

Poor traction

1. Tires slipping.

1.

Check tire pressure and tread.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Auger does not stop when auger

1. Free-Hand™ control is ACTIVE.

1.

Release BOTH auger engage

 

lever is released

 

 

 

Control AND Free-Hand™ Control

 

 

 

 

 

to stop auger.

 

 

2.

Auger clutch rod too tight or bent.

2.

Loosen or straighten clutch rod.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Auger drive belt out of adjustment.

3.

Adjust auger belt.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Auger belt guide out of adjustment.

4.

Adjust auger belt guide.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Snowthrower does not stop when

1. Traction drive clutch rod bent or too

1.

Loosen rod to remove slack or

 

drive lever is released

 

tight.

 

replace. See adjustment procedure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.

Traction drive clutch rod loose.

1.

Tighten to remove slack. See

 

 

 

 

 

adjustment procedure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Drive belt loose, broken, or

2.

Replace drive belt.

 

 

 

stretched.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Drive roller chain damaged.

3.

Replace chain.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Traction lock pins in free-Wheeling

4.

Change traction lock pins to INNER

 

 

 

position (OUTER hole).

 

hole to engage traction drive.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Friction disc worn.

5.

Replace disc (see your dealer).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Discharge control is difficult to

1. Gearing needs lubrication

1.

Oil or grease as required.

 

operate.

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Worm gear not adjusted properly.

2.

Adjust worm gear. See adjustment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

procedure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Control rod gears misaligned.

3.

Adjust gear bracket. See adjust-

 

 

 

 

 

ment procedure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Snowthrower veers to one side.

1. Tire pressure not equal.

1.

Check tire pressure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

One wheel is set in free-wheeling

2.

Make certain the left traction lock

 

 

 

mode. (Traction Lock Pin is in the

 

pin is in the INNER holes (to

 

 

 

OUTER hole).

 

engage traction drive).

 

 

 

 

 

 

Excessive vibration.

1. Loose parts or damaged auger.

1.

STOP engine and REMOVE the

 

 

 

 

 

key. DISCONNECT the spark plug

 

 

 

 

 

wire. Tighten all hardware. Replace

 

 

 

 

 

auger if necessary. If vibration con-

 

 

 

 

 

tinues, see your dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drive fails to move snowthrower

1. Traction drive out of adjustment.

1.

Readjust drive, or shift speed selec-

 

at slow speeds.

 

 

 

tor setting up one speed faster.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Speed selector difficult to move or

1. Hex shaft needs lubrication.

1.

Lubricate hex shaft with 5W-50 syn-

 

frozen in place.

 

 

 

thetic motor oil (see Maintenance).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Models OPERATOR’S ManualPage Table of Contents Training Safety Rules & InformationChildren Safety RulesPage CE Model Decals DecalsDecals North American Model DecalsSafety Icons Safety IconsCE Models Identification NumbersCE Identification TAG Markings North AmericanManual Electric Rotator Model Features, Controls, & OperationControl Locations Features & Controls Checks Before Each START-UP OperationManual Start Starting ControlsStarting the Engine Units with Optional Electric StartEngine Speed Operating the SnowthrowerClearing a Clogged Discharge Chute Ground Speed SelectorModels with Remote Deflector Control DeflectorScraper BAR & Skid Shoes Models with Chute Deflector KnobEasy Turn When Pushing the SnowthrowerFull Traction Easy Turn Traction Easy Turn Freewheeling Traction Drive LockStorage StorageAfter Each USE Auger Gear Case Lubrication Regular MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Checking Tire PressureLubrication Regular MaintenanceCheck / Lubricate FREE-HAND Linkage Lubricating the Auger Shaft & AssemblyPage Troubleshooting Troubleshooting, Adjustments, ServicePoor traction Auger does not stop when augerAuger rotates, but snow is not Thrown far enoughRelease auger control. Auger must stop within 5 seconds AdjustmentsSpeed Selector Adjustment Auger Drive TensionTraction Drive Tension Initial AdjustmentRun-In Adjustment Gear Bracket Adjustment Pinion Gear AdjustmentShear PIN Replacement Adjustments & ServiceEasy Turn Cable Adjustment Belt Cover Screws Belt ReplacementService Chassis SpecificationsEngine Technical Manuals Parts & AccessoriesReplacement Parts Maintenance Items

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