Troubleshooting Guide, Problem Cause Remedy

SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem		Cause		Remedy

Engine fails to start	1.	Key not in ignition switch or not in ON position.	1.	Insert key and turn to ON position
	2.	Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel
			2.	Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline/ oil
	3.	Blocked fuel line		mixture as specified in the engine manual.
	4.	Spark plug wire disconnected	3.	Clean fuel line
	5.	Faulty spark plug	4.	Connect wire to spark plug.
			5.	Clean spark plug, readjust gap, or replace.
Engine runs erratic	1.	Unit running on choke	1.	Move choke lever to off position.
	2.	Fuel line blocked, or stale fuel	2.	Clean fuel line and fill tank with fresh,
	3.	Water or dirt in fuel		clean gasoline.
		system	3.	Refer to engine manual on remedy.
	4.	Carburetor out of adjustment	4.	Refer to engine manual.
Loss of power	1.	Spark plug wire loose	1.	Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
			2.	Clear vent.
	2.	Vent in fuel cap plugged	3.	Remove obstruction from exhaust pipe.
	3.	Engine exhaust pipe plugged.
Excessive vibration	1.	Loose parts or damaged auger	1.	Stop engine immediately and disconnect
				spark plug wire. Check for possible
				damage. Tighten all bolts and nuts.
				Repair as needed. If the problem persists,
				take unit to an authorized service dealer.
Unit fails to self-propel	1.	Drive cable out of adjustment	1.	Adjust the control cable as instructed on
				page 9 of this manual.
	2.	Drive belt damaged	2.	Inspect the drive belt for damage and
				replace if necessary as instructed on
				page 10 of this manual.
Unit fails to discharge	1.	Discharge chute clogged	1.	Stop engine immediately and disconnect
snow				spark plug wire. Clean discharge chute
				and the auger housing.
			2.	Stop engine immediately and disconnect
	2.	Foreign object lodged in auger		spark plug wire. Remove object.
			3.	Adjust the control cable as instructed on
	3.	Drive cable out of adjustment		page 9 of this manual.
			4.	Inspect the drive belt for damage and
	4.	Drive belt loose or damaged		replace if necessary as instructed on
				page 10 of this manual

For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your nearest authorized service representative or call for the Customer Support Center. Refer to the engine manual for more engine related information.

For US Customers: 1- (330) 220-4MTD (4683) or 1- (800)-800-7310

For Canadian Customers: 1-800-668-1238