Troubleshooting - MTD 300 Serie Manual Del Operador

Troubleshooting

Problem
Excessive vibration
Unit fails to self-propel
Augers continue to rotate
Unit fails to discharge snow
IMPORTANT:
Refer to the engine operator's manual included with the snow thrower for engine troubleshooting instructions.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact your nearest authorized service representative or call 1-800-800-7310
for the Customer Support Center. Refer to the engine manual packed separately with your snow thrower, for complete engine related
information.
Cause
1. Loose parts or damaged auger.
1. Drive belt loose or damaged.
2. Single speed transmission damaged.
1. Cable out of adjustment.
1. Chute assembly clogged.
2. Shear pin(s) sheared.
3. Foreign object lodged in auger.
4. Auger control cable out of adjustment.
5. Auger belt loose or damaged.
Remedy
1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Check for possible damage.
Tighten all bolts and nuts. Repair as needed.
If the problem persists, take unit to an
authorized service dealer.
1. Replace drive belt.
2. See an Authorized Service Dealer.
1. Adjust auger control cable as shown in
"Adjusting Auger Cable" section.
1. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire.
Clean chute and inside of auger housing with
clean-out tool or stick.
2. Replace shear pin(s).
3. Stop engine immediately and disconnect the
spark plug wire. Remove object from auger.
4. Adjust auger control cable.
5. Replace auger belt.
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