Electrolux OHV service manual Troubleshooting

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For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983

SECTION 5: TROUBLESHOOTING

See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a qualified service center.

PROBLEM		CAUSE		CORRECTION
Does not start	1.	Fuel shut-off valve (if so	1.	Turn fuel shut-off valve to OPEN position.
		equipped) in OFF position.
	2.	Safety ignition key	2.	Insert safety ignition key.
		is not inserted.
	3.	Out of fuel.	3.	Fill fuel tank.
	4.	Throttle in STOP position.	4.	Move throttle to FAST position.
	5.	Choke in OFF position.	5.	Move to FULL position.
	6.	Primer not depressed.	6.	Prime as instructed in the Operation section of this manual.
	7.	Engine is flooded.	7.	Wait a few minutes before restarting, DO NOT prime.
	8.	Spark plug wire is	8.	Connect wire to spark plug.
		disconnected.
	9.	Bad spark plug.	9.	Replace spark plug.
	10.	Stale fuel.	10.	Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline.
	11.	Water in fuel.	11.	Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline.

Loss of power	1.	Spark plug wire loose.	1.	Reconnect spark plug wire.
	2.	Throwing too much snow.	2.	Reduce speed and width of swath.
	3.	Fuel tank cap is clogged	3.	Remove ice and snow on and around fuel tank cap.
		with ice or snow.
	4.	Dirty or clogged muffler.	4.	Clean or replace muffler.

Engine idles or	1.	Choke is in FULL position.	1.	Move choke to OFF position.
runs roughly	2.	Blockage in fuel line.	2.	Clean fuel line.
	3.	Stale fuel.	3.	Drain tank and refill with fresh, clean fuel.
	4.	Water in fuel.	4.	Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline.
	5.	Carburetor is in need of	5.	Contact a qualified service center.
		adjustment or overhaul.

Excessive	1.	Loose parts or damaged	1.	Tighten all fasteners. Replace damaged parts.
vibration		augers or impeller.		If vibration remains, contact a qualified service center.

Recoil starter	1.	Frozen recoil starter.	1.	See “If Recoil Starter Has Frozen”
is hard to pull				in the Operation section of this manual.

Loss of traction	1.	Drive belt is worn.	1.	Check / replace drive belt.
drive / slowing	2.	Drive belt is off of pulley.	2.	Check / reinstall drive belt.
of drive speed	3.	Friction drive wheel is worn.	3.	Contact a qualified service center.

Loss of snow	1.	Auger belt is off of pulley.	1.	Check / reinstall auger belt.
discharge or	2.	Auger belt is worn.	2.	Check / replace auger belt.
slowing of	3.	Clogged discharge chute.	3.	Clean snow chute.
snow discharge	4.	Augers / impeller jammed.	4.	Remove debris or foreign object from augers / impeller.

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Contents For Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or To the technician using this manual Table of Contents Preparation TrainingMaintenance and Storage OperationSpecifications Consumer Assembly Parts Packed Separately in Carton Remove Snow Thrower from Carton Consumer Assembly / PRE-OPERATIONHOW to SET UP Your Snow Thrower Unfold Upper HandleInstall Auger Control ROD See Figs See FigInstall Weight BAG See Fig Install Chute Deflector Remote Control See FigsCheck Tire Pressure Consumer Operation Know Your Snow ThrowerMeets A.N.S.I. Safety Requirements Recoil auxiliary starter handle used for starting the enHOW to USE Your Snow Thrower StoppingTo Throw Snow See Fig Power Steering Operation See FigTo Adjust Skid Plates See Fig To Move Forward and Backward See FigADD Gasoline See Fig Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level See Fig To Start EngineBefore Stopping Snow Throwing TipsIf Recoil Starter has Frozen Before Each USE Consumer MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations LubricationCleaning EngineTo Adjust Snow Thrower Height Consumer Service and AdjustmentsChute Deflector To Remove Wheels See Fig Engine OIL OtherCarburetor CylinderTroubleshooting Clearance Auger Belt Belt Guide16 to 1/8 Traction Belt Idler SpringAdjustment for Drive System Control Rod Protective Sleeve JAM NUT Control ROD Feeler GaugeNUT and Bolt Speed Control Assembly Adjustment2nd Reverse Position Bellcrank Shifter Retainer Spring Control ROD LeverFeeler Gauge Retainer Ring Systems and Repair Procedures Snow Thrower Section Handles Interlock Spring Check Wear Here Traction Auger Engagement Lever ScrewsConsole Lock TAB Into Hole Backside View Section Deflector Cable Assembly Spring Cable Assembly Rotator HeadCable Assembly Rotator Head Chute Rotator Control Lever ScrewsNUT Washer Speed Control AssemblyRetainer Springs PINSnow Thrower Section Power Steering and Wheels Repair Power Steering Clutch Cable Spring PIN Bellcrank Link RetainerSnow Thrower Section Chassis / Engine / Pulleys Right Bolt Left Bolt Belt Cover Right ScrewIdler Pulley Drive Plate Slot Idler Spring Left Wheel Traction Belt Spring Auger Belt SpringFrame Slot For Drive Plate Drive Spring Barrel Connector Wood SupportHousing Screw Belt Guide Drive BeltSnow Thrower Section Drive Screws Flange Bearing HEX Head ScrewsNUT HEX Shaft Flange Bearing Pinion Gear Long HEX ShaftNuts Drive Plate Assembly ScrewsFrame Slot Instruction Lubricate HEX Shaft Axle Bearing ScrewsTo Reinstall Cable Assembly LocknutSnow Thrower Section Auger Housing / Impeller Assembly Replace Auger Shear Bolts Replace Impeller Shear Bolts Impeller Shear Bolts Auger Shear BoltsFor Husqvarna Parts Call 606-678-9623 or Impeller ShaftTecumseh 4-CYCLE OHV Engine KEY Part NO. no Description KEY KEY Part Description NO. no Tecumseh 4-CYCLE Engine NO. no DescriptionService Notes Part Number 184962 printed for MY