Identifying Your Snowthrower
Your new Snowthrower has two (2) identifying numbers: (1) unit model number: (2) unit serial number. The two preceding numbers are
required to insure that the proper replacement parts are obtained when required. If you have any questions concerning parts, service, or
technical data, contact your nearest John Deere/Frontier dealer. For complete warranty information refer to the warranty in the OWNER’S
INFORMATION section of this manual.
PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY
Difficult starting Defective spark plug. Replace defective spark plug.
Engine runs erratically Blocked fuel line. Clean fuel line.
Empty gas tank. Check fuel supply.
Stale gasoline. Add fresh gasoline with fuel stabilizer.
Water or dirt in fuel system. Remove carburetor bowl to drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
CAUTION: Do not remove carburetor bowl when the engine is hot.
Engine stalls Unit running on CHOKE. Set choke lever to RUN position.
Loss of power Gas cap vent hole is
plugged.
Remove ice and snow from cap. Be sure vent hole is clear.
Excessive vibration Loose parts or damaged
impeller.
Stop engine immediately and remove spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts
and make all necessary repairs. If vibration continues, have the unit
serviced by a competent repairman.
Unit fails to propel itself Drive belt loose or damaged. Replace drive belt. Refer to “Drive Belt Replacement” in the
MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
Incorrect adjustment of
traction drive cable.
Adjust traction drive cable. Refer to “Cable Adjustment” in the
MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
Worn or damaged friction
disc.
Replace friction disc. Refer to “Friction Wheel Replacement” in the
MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
Unit fails to discharge
snow
Auger drive belt loose or
damaged.
Replace or adjust auger drive belt. Refer to “Drive Belt Replacement” and
“Drive Belt Adjustment” in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
Auger control cable not
adjusted correctly.
Adjust auger control cable. Refer to “Cable Adjustment” in the
MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
Broken shear bolt. Replace shear bolt. Refer to “Auger Shear Bolt Replacement” in the
MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
Discharge chute clogged. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Refer to the
first WARNING in “Snowthrower Operation” in the OPERATION section
of this manual. Clean discharge chute and inside of auger housing.
Foreign object lodged in
auger.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Refer to the
third WARNING in “Snowthrower Operation” in the OPERATION section
of this manual. Remove object from auger.
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