Snow Devil DB7659B-22

Questions and Answers

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Shaun EdwardsAug 25, 2025
Why does my Snow Devil Snow Blower engine overheat?
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  Jordan BellAug 25, 2025
  Your Snow Devil Snow Blower engine may overheat due to: * Restricted cooling airflow to the engine. Remove any obstructions that are limiting airflow. * Low oil level. Check the oil level on the dipstick and add oil as needed. Use only 5W-30, 4-stroke automotive detergent oil with an API SERVICE rating of SJ or higher. The engine oil capacity is 21 oz. (0.621 liter). The use of automotive synthetic oil is acceptable.
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David KeyAug 30, 2025
What to do if Snow Devil DB7659B-22 Snow Blower drive speed control is stuck?
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  Joann PerezAug 30, 2025
  If the drive speed control on your Snow Devil Snow Blower is stuck in gear or won't change gears, here’s what to check: * The speed control lever could be loose or damaged, not moving the speed control cables. Check the speed control lever and cables for damage or loose or missing parts. Repair or replace parts as needed, ensure pivot stud spring tension is correct, adjust pivot nut spring tension as needed. * The speed control cables could be loose, damaged, or binding. Repair, adjust, or replace as necessary. * The drive speed lower control lever or friction wheel could be damaged or mechanically binding. Inspect the lower control lever and mechanical connection to the friction drive wheel and slide shaft for damage or binding.
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Jennifer MartinezSep 2, 2025
What causes excessive smoke from Snow Devil DB7659B-22 engine?
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  evelynrussellSep 2, 2025
  If your Snow Devil Snow Blower engine is smoking excessively, it could be due to: * Engine oil overfill. Drain the oil to the proper level. Ensure the oil does not exceed the top 2 threads of the LOWER fill plug. * Internal engine problem.
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marissa69Sep 5, 2025
Why Snow Devil DB7659B-22 Snow Blower drive speed control allows movement in only one direction?
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  grantantonioSep 5, 2025
  If the drive speed control on your Snow Devil Snow Blower only allows movement in one direction (forward or reverse), it's likely due to: * Speed control cables misadjusted, loose, damaged, or binding. Check the speed control lever and cables for damage or loose or missing parts. Repair or replace parts as needed. Adjust drive speed control cables.
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gcortezSep 8, 2025
What should I do if the Snow Devil Snow Blower drive is engaged when the control handle is released?
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  Mary MeadowsSep 8, 2025
  If the drive remains engaged on your Snow Devil Snow Blower even when the drive control handle is released, it could be due to: * A binding drive control cable that won't release. Repair or replace the cable as necessary. * A broken or missing friction drive wheel return spring. Replace the spring and adjust the cable as necessary.
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Kayla MartinezSep 12, 2025
How to fix Snow Devil Snow Blower recoil starter that is hard to pull?
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  omorganSep 12, 2025
  If the recoil starter on your Snow Devil Snow Blower is hard to pull or won't pull out, it might be due to: * A frozen recoil starter or an engine that is too cold to turn over. Move the snow blower to a warmer space and allow it to warm up.
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Sean WoodsNov 14, 2025
Why Snow Devil Snow Blower engine fails to start even when it cranks?
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  debbiebrownNov 15, 2025
  The Snow Devil Snow Blower engine might fail to start due to several reasons. Here are some possible causes and solutions: * The engine ignition switch may be in the OFF position. To fix this, position the engine ignition switch to ON. * The spark plug wire may be disconnected. Connect the wire to the spark plug. * The spark plug may be faulty. Clean, adjust the gap, or replace the spark plug. * The engine may be flooded with fuel. Discontinue choke or primer use, and clean or replace the spark plug. * The engine oil level may be low. Check the oil level on the dipstick and add oil as needed. Use only 5W-30, 4-stroke automotive detergent oil with an API SERVICE rating of SJ or higher. The engine oil capacity is 21 oz. (0.621 liter). The use of automotive synthetic oil is accepta...
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Jacob HoustonNov 17, 2025
What to do if Snow Devil Snow Blower auger is not rotating or not blowing snow?
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  raymondhopkinsNov 17, 2025
  If the auger on your Snow Devil Snow Blower isn't rotating when the control handle is engaged, or if it's not blowing snow effectively, consider the following: * The chute assembly may be clogged. Clean the chute and inside of the auger housing with a clean-out tool. * Auger shear bolts may be broken. Replace the shear bolts, checking each auger blade shear bolt. * There might be a foreign object in the auger or impeller. Remove any objects from the auger or impeller areas. * The auger belt may be loose, slipping, worn, or damaged. Replace the auger belt or adjust the auger control cable tension. * The auger belt tension cable may be loose, damaged, or binding. Repair, adjust, or replace as necessary. * The auger blades may be damaged or bent. Replace the auger blades. * The...
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Natalie SchmidtNov 20, 2025
What causes Snow Devil Snow Blower engine to run erratically or stall?
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  James GriffinNov 20, 2025
  If your Snow Devil Snow Blower engine runs erratically, stalls, or seems low on power, consider these potential causes: * The CHOKE may be in the CLOSED or partially CLOSED position. Move the CHOKE lever to OPEN. * There may be water in the fuel. Empty the fuel tank & carburetor, refill with fresh, clean gasoline. * The fuel may be incorrect, old, or stale. Empty and clean the fuel tank & carburetor, refill with fresh, clean gasoline. Note: Fuel may become stale after 30 days in some cases. * The fuel system or line may be blocked or clogged. Clean the fuel system or line. * The carburetor may need cleaning. Clean the fuel system and carburetor. * The spark plug wire may be loose. Connect and tighten the spark plug wire. * The spark plug may be faulty. Clean, adjust the gap,...
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gregory11Nov 26, 2025
How to fix Snow Devil DB7659B-22 Snow Blower with no forward or reverse drive movement?
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  Stephen HaleNov 27, 2025
  If there's no forward or reverse drive movement when you engage the drive handle on your Snow Devil Snow Blower, consider the following: * The drive control cable might be loose, broken, or binding. Repair or adjust the drive control cable and adjust the tension. * The drive belt could be loose or damaged. Check the drive belt tension pulley for damage or incorrect tension, repair as necessary. Replace the drive belt. * The friction drive wheel might be worn or damaged. Replace the friction drive wheel. * The friction drive wheel might be wet or slipping. Allow the snow blower to dry and/or warm up, or adjust the drive cable tension as necessary. * The wheels could be locked and won't move. Release the drive control handle, then pull the machine backward to try and unlock the ax...