Once I get going, it won't throw the snow and the auger moves very slow. How can I fix this issue? Plenty of gas and oil is good.
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Does the fan belt squeal? You've got to keep the drive belt tight. Slip up the four inch black rubber protector that's half way down the line that goes from the auger engager to the unit. Undo one of the lines with a pair of pliers and tighten the line to the next hole. Replace the rubber cover and you're all set for the winter.
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That blower will throw powder like snow about 6 feet the wetter the snow the less distance.You might also want to check the clutch cable which connects to the top bar handle to make sure it is working properly,it runs down on the left through a wheel to the clutch housing and connects at the top handle with an offset interlock.Try pulling the cable when the machine is running and if it works better than the clutch cable needs shortening or should I say adjustment.
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I forgot one important detail....if you look at the left hand cable you'll see a piece of 4" long black plastic under that is the plate where you can adjust your clutch cable...good luck...easy fix.
1033449
Interesting thing...I experienced this issue yesterday as well. The wire which opens throttle for auger and connected to the bar which engages it gets a bit loose. Try to pull it with your hand, you will see the difference. That being said, there is a metal plate with holes under the rubber cover on that wire where you can adjust tension of the wire connected to the throttle. Please note it is not easy to do, sometimes, if no one helps you. But it is doable. Let me know if you have further questions.
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The cable that controls the auger may need the tension increased. You can test this easily by putting tension on the cable (pull it toward the handle bar and see what happens -I believe it takes up the slack on the belt that drives the auger. ). If this is the case, there's an adjustment under the rubber boot on the cable. It looks like a bracket with various holes in it that you can re-position the cable and increase/decrease the tension. Make sure you don't over-tighten so the auger will stop when disengaged. Hope this helps!
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You need to tighten the line which operates the auger. Move it up a notch or two and you should get full power over the auger. To test this, when the auger is slow, pull up the line which controls the auger with your hand and you should see a burst of auger power.
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It is Auger "Assisted". See Dave J. answer -- you have to push it, but it helps you a little.
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The interlock button on the start switch must be all the way in and the start lever must be pulled tight to the handle bar. My switch is hard to get on . I think the switch mechanism may need an internal adjustment. Otherwise I love my little electric in light snow. Wish you luck and enjoyment!
260475
I suggest you purchase and install gutter/roof heater cables. I had an ice dam problem myself. I got the heater cables and it seems this has corrected the problem.
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Try adjusting the rod at the base of the snow blower that connects to the arm by loosening the nut and turning the shaft inward to shortening it but first you will have to pull the pin at the handle that connects to the rod so you can turn it hope this helps you out
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If the wheel itself is not staying attached to the "AXLE", THEN IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE "PAL-Nut" has departed for the great spring thaw....if that's the case then go to the hardware store and look in the assortments for a new PAL nut, and get on with it....If its the blue wheel adapter "bracket" is broken or missing a tab, just duct tape it to the orange hoop for now.... I've had quite a few of these products, I buy them in pairs so that I have extra handle extensions, clips and Plan "B" when its crunch time....its one of the tools in my company's snow removal arsenal, and a valued one at that....I find that they take a beating when your removing snow deeper than the hoop..(12") at a time, also if there is a layer of crust within the bottom 3" of the removal path, that also puts a hurtin' on plastic bits....we have learned how hard to push them, what their limitations are, and when to change tactics....this really is designed well, but as a maintenance tool.....its really a finish mower compared to a brush hog. Hillbilly Greg ;})-
1421600
i installed carburetor no ajustment needed engine running great on thirty year snow blower in michigan i think iwould check fuel lines i hope it works out for you Doyle
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I saw a brief video (perhaps @ the vendor's site?) which had a nice demo. Near the end of the "run" just do a little "fling" up. I find it works great with dry or wet snow. Just did a search - this demo looks good: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9GgYKtBE9Q. PS: I also got the gravel attachment. Hope this is helpful. All the best. Pat
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I don't know about the snow but the first time I used mine it rained for three days. Mine ran fine the whole time. I used it on propane as well as the gas. It seemed to run the same on both gasoline and propane. I did have a piece of plywood that kept most of the rain, but not all, off the unit.
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I only had issues once and this was due to the snow and ice mixture. The other times it cut right through the snow. Once you get one strip done you can usually get some traction.
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I fellowed the directions and POR-15 worked great, My gas tank on my snow blower had a 1 inch long crack plus a couple of pin holes. The blower was stored out in shad all winter long, this season was long with 50 days of below zero.
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Try to warm the oil a little first. The cold, thick oil makes the pump very slow.
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do not think auger would assist on your hill. I only use this tho on my 50 ft. deck. I have no hills I have to do. this snow blower is good. I feel it does what I want it to on the deck.
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should not be the one I have will start on 2nd pull with the choke check spark plug and the fire. did have to change the coil on the one I have and check the bowl on the the carb make shore its not gummed up . turn the fuel off and let it run out of gas .now if you are where its cold it will be hard to start you my have to pull on it 7 or 8 times my one will do it at about 50 f or below
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Tammy,I figured out after that happened to me was to get the motor running and pour the mixture in using the slot in the top. I haven't had any more trouble with it sticking. It does seem to freeze up quicker than the time it says in the booklet. I scrap it out with a rubber spatula and put it in a container to finish in the freezer. I got a good hint from another web site to put a little acholol ( rum or tequila)in it to keep it from freezing rock hard. Hope this helps
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The only advice I can give is to defrost as the ice builds up. Just pull the plug and let it defrost slowly. Do not use anything to remove the ice.
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Mine did not make it through the winter... I am looking for a new one too. Who would have thought it would be so hard. The one I ordered did not work :( I will post back here if I find one that works (or to see if someone suggests one.