TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

Engine Will Not Start

1.

Fuel tank empty.

Using Recoil Starter

2.

Engine needs choking & priming.

 

 

 

 

3.

Spark plug fouled or wire disconnected.

 

 

 

Engine Will Not Crank

1.

Power extension cord not plugged into machine or

Using Electric Starter

 

110 Volt outlet.

2.Power extension cord damaged.

3.Starter switch damaged or faulty.

4.Key switch turned to “OFF” position.

Engine Stalls or Stops 1. Fuel and 2-Cycle oil mixture ratio incorrect.

After Running 2. Choke control in the “CHOKE” position.

 

3.

Fuel tank empty.

 

4.

Air intake clogged with snow or debris.

 

5.

Spark plug defective or gap set improperly.

 

6.

Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.

 

7.

Fuel filter clogged.

Engine Loses Power

1. Fuel and 2-Cycle oil mixture ratio incorrect.

 

2.

Spark plug faulty.

 

3.

Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.

Excessive Vibration

1. Damaged, out of balance or bent auger.

 

2.

Loose engine or auger components.

 

3.

Loose or missing flightings.

 

4.

Cracked, severed or frayed belt

 

5.

Bent or loose Idler pulley

Poor Snow

1. Clogged discharge chute.

Discharging

2. Damaged or bent auger or components.

 

3. Cracked, severed or frayed belt.

 

4. Belt tension out of adjustment.

 

5. Auger flightings damaged or missing.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1.Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel/oil mix.

2.Move choke control to “CHOKE” position. Push primer bulb three times.

3.Replace spark plug. Attach plug wire onto spark plug.

1.Plug power extension cord into machine & into 110 Volt outlet.

2.Discard damaged power extension cord

3.Replace starter switch.

4.Turn key switch to “ON” position.

1.Mix fuel and 2-Cycle oil to 50:1 ratio.

2.Move choke control to “OFF” position.

3.Fill with fuel to proper level.

4.Unclog air intake.

5.Service spark plug.

6.Drain and clean fuel system.

7.Replace with new in line filter.

1.Mix fuel and 2-Cycle oil to 50:1 ratio.

2.Service spark plug.

3.Drain and clean fuel system.

1.Service auger.

2.Service and tighten loose components.

3.Replace flightings.

4.Replace belt.

5.Tighten or replace pulley.

1.Stop engine and unclog discharge chute.

2.Service auger or components.

3.Replace belt.

4.Adjust belt tension.

5.Replace flightings.

SERVICE SCHEDULE

ITEM

SERVICE PERFORMED

REF.

EACH

5

25

50

100

EACH

 

 

 

USE

HRS

HRS

HRS

HRS

SEASON

Spark Plug

Replace

Engine Manual.

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine Cooling

Clean Shroud & Fins

Engine Manual

 

 

 

 

X

 

System

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drive Belts

Check For Wear And

Page 11-14

 

 

X

X

 

X

 

Tension

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Auger & Flight

Check For Wear, Damage

Page 11, 14

X

 

 

 

 

 

Shoe

& Replacement

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.2. MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PARTS

MAINTENANCE PARTS

Auger Drive Belt

2-4618

Auger Clutch Control Cable

2-4662

Auger Flite Shoe Kit for 17” Auger Models

6-1215

Auger Flite Shoe Kit for 19” Auger Models

6-1213

Parts Manual for L.E. Models Series 1 Snow Thrower

06030

Models: LE3171R, LE3191R, LE3191E

 

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Snapper LE3171R, LE3191R, LE3191E Problem Probable Cause, Corrective Action, Service Performed Each, USE HRS Season
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