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9. Reinstall tires with clip pins.
10. Set unit upright.
11. Replace spark plug wire on spark plug.

SHORT TERM

IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with high
pressure water or store unit outdoors.
Run with attachment clutch engaged a few
minutes after each use to free unit of any
loose or melting snow.
Inspect unit for visible signs of wear, breakage
or damage.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws properly
tightened and know unit is in safe working
condition.
Store unit in a cool, dry protected area.

LONG TERM

Clean unit thoroughly with mild soap and low
pressure water and lubricate (see
Maintenance). Touch up all scratched painted
surfaces.
Remove weight from wheels by putting blocks
under frame or axle.
When storing unit for extended periods of time,
remove all fuel from tank and carburetor (run
dry). Refer to Engine Manual.
STORAGE
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand Storage Safety
Rules in Safety section before
proceeding.
TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION

Engine will

not crank/

start.

1. Fuel tank is empty.
2. Build up of dirt and residue
around governor/
carburetor.
3. Key Switch not in run
position.
4. Ignition switch starter
circuit not functioning.
1. Fill fuel tank.
2. Clean area around governor/
carburetor.
3. Put Key Switch into run position.
4. Check for a bad starter or
connections.
Engine stops. 1. Out of fuel.
2. Mechanical jam in blower
rake or impeller.
3. Polluted fuel supply.
4. Faulty spark plug.
1. Fill fuel tank.
2. Turn off engine, remove key, and
wait for all moving parts to stop.
Check for and remove
obstruction and repair before
restart.
3. Replace with clean fuel.
4. Replace or clean spark plug.

Engine

problems.

1. See Engine Manual.

Does not

operate in

Forward/

Reverse.

1. Friction disc not adjusted
properly.
2. Traction belt not
functioning.
1. Repair or replace friction disc.
See Service and Adjustments.
2. Repair or replace traction drive
belt. See Service and
Adjustments.