Simplicity 1691522 - Page 13

Troubleshooting procedures are provided below. To use
these procedures, first locate the problem description
that best describes the trouble that you have encountered.
Check the possible causes one at a time in the order that
they are listed. Correct any problems that are found and
try to operate the snowthrower again to see if you have
eliminated the trouble.
Cause/Remedy
1. Snowthrower auger does not rotate.
A.
PTO lever not engaged. Engage PTO lever. See Operation
section.
B.
Foreign material blocking auger. STOP engine. Remove key.
Unplug auger.
C.
Snowthrower drive belt slipping. Adjust drive belt tension.
See Adjustments section.
D.
Drive chain broken. Replace parts as necessary.
A. Engine RPM too slow. Operate engine at 3/4 - full throttle.
B. Ground speed too fast. Use low gear.
C. Snowthrower discharge spout clogged. STOP engine.
Remove key. Unplug discharge spout.
3. Scraper bar does not clean down to A. Skid shoes not properly adjusted. Adjust skid shoes. See
hard surface. Adjustments section.
4. Snowthrower picks up and throws stones A. Skid shoes not properly adjusted for gravel surface. Adjust
on gravel drive. skid shoes. See Adjustments section,
B. Too much down pressure on snowthrower. Use the tractor
lift lever to raise the snowthrower slightly. See Operation
section.
5. Tractor does not have sufficient traction. A. Tractor too light at rear wheels. Use rear wheel weights
and tire chains. See Accessories.
2. Auger rotates, but snow not thrown
far enough.
Troubleshooting
^ WARNING
To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on
the tractor or snowthrower only when the engine is
stopped. Always remove the ignition key before
beginning maintenance to prevent accidental
starting of the engine.
Problem
6. Tractor not stable on sloping surfaces. A.
B.
C.
7. Auger does not stop when PTO is disengaged. A.
B.
C.
Table 1. Troubleshooting Procedure
Ground speed too fast. Reduce ground speed.
Tractor not properly weighted. Use rear wheel weights
and tire chains. See Accessories.
Tire pressure incorrect. Inflate tires according to tractor
operator's manual.
Snowthrower brake not properly adjusted. Adjust brake. See
Adjustments section.
Belt tension not properly adjusted. Adjust belt tension.
See Adjustments section.
Belt stops not properly adjusted. Adjust PTO pulley belt
stops. See Adjustments section.
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