Operator's Manual
29
Troubleshooting
Toro designed and built your snowthrower for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully,
and refer to Maintenance on page 20 for more information. If a problem continues, see an Authorized Service Dealer.
Problem
Possible Causes Corrective Action
Electric starter does not turn
(electric-start models only)
1. The power cord is
disconnected at the outlet or
the snowthrower.
1. Connect the power cord to the
outlet and/or the snowthrower.
2. The power cord is worn,
corroded, or damaged.
2. Replace the power cord.
3. The power outlet is not
energized.
3. Have a qualified electrician
energize the power outlet.
En
g
ine does not start or starts 1. The ke
y
is not in the i
g
nition or 1. Insert the ke
y
into the i
g
nition
Engine
does
not
start
or
starts
hard
1
.
The
key
is
not
in
the
ignition
or
is in the
Off
position.
1
.
Insert
the
key
into
the
ignition
and turn it to the
On
position.
2. The choke is in the
Off
position
and the primer has not been
pressed.
2. Move the choke to the
On
position and press the primer
three times.
3. The fuel shutoff valve is not
open.
3. Open the fuel shutoff valve.
4. The throttle is not in the
Fast
position.
4. Move the throttle to the
Fast
position.
5. The fuel tank is empty or the
fuel system contains stale fuel.
5. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank
with fresh gasoline (not more
than 30 days old). If the
problem persists, contact your
Authorized Service Dealer.
6. The spark plug wire is loose or
disconnected.
6. Connect the wire to the spark
plug.
7. The spark plug is pitted, fouled,
or the gap is incorrect.
7. Check the spark plug and
adjust the gap if necessary.
Replace the spark plug if it is
pitted, fouled, or cracked.
8. The fuel cap vent is restricted. 8. Remove the vent restriction or
replace the fuel cap.
9. The engine oil level in the
engine crankcase is too low or
too high.
9. Add or drain oil to adjust the oil
level in engine crankcase to the
Full
mark on the dipstick.
10.The air temperature is above
40°F (4°C) and the carburetor
heater box is on the
snowthrower.
10.Remove the carburetor heater
box.
Engine runs rough 1. The choke is in the
On
position. 1. Move the choke to the
Off
position.
2. The fuel shutoff valve is not
completely open.
2. Open the fuel shutoff valve.