TROUBLE
Difficult starting
Engine runs erratically
Engine stalls
Engine runs erratically;
Loss of power
Excessive vibration
Unit fails to propel itself
Unit fails to discharge
snow
1740309SM
TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUSE
Defective spark plug.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Blocked fuel line, empty gas
tank, or stale fuel mixture.
Unit running on CHOKE.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Damaged auger assembly
Loose parts. Damaged
impeller.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Incorrect adjustment of auger
drive cable
Auger drive belt loose or
damaged.
Auger control cable not
adjusted correctly.
Discharge chute clogged.
Foreign object lodged in
auger
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CORRECTION
Replace spark plug.
Drain and clean the fuel tank.
Refill with fresh fuel mixture.
Clean fuel line; check fuel
supply; add fresh fuel
mixture.
Set choke lever to run or off
position.
Drain and clean the fuel tank.
Refill with fresh fuel mixture.
Repair or replace the auger
assembly.
Immediately stop engine.
Remove ignition key. Tighten
all fasteners and make all
necessary repairs. If
vibration continues, take the
unit to a Sears service
center.
Replace drive belt.
Adjust auger drive cable.
Adjust auger drive belt;
replace if damaged.
Adjust auger control cable.
Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire.
Clean discharge chute and
inside of auger housing.
Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire.
Remove object from auger.