DR Power 30 Snow Thrower - Manual (Page 35)

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CHAPTER 6
TROUBLESHOOTING
Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common problems and their
solutions. If you continue to experience problems, call Country Home Products, Inc. for Technical Support.
Troubleshooting Table
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION WHILE THE SNOW THROWER IS
ATTACHED TO THE POWER UNIT: STOP THE ENGINE, SET THE PARKING BRAKE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING
PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE(S), KEEPING IT AWAY
FROM THE SPARK PLUG(S).
S YMPTOM P OSSIBLE C AUSE
No auger
operation. ⇒ The PTO (Blade Drive)Lever is not engaged. Push the Lever forward or pull UP on
the Blade Control Knob.
⇒ The Snow Thrower Drive Belt is broken or fell off the pulleys. Check the routing of
the Belt and replace or reinstall the Drive Belt. See page 28.
⇒ The Shear-Bolt is broken; replace the Shear-Bolt. See page 29.
⇒ The Drive Chain is broken or has fallen off the Drive Sprockets due to wear. Replace
the Drive Chain. See page 27.
⇒ If the problem persists, call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
The Deflector
Chute will not
rotate.
⇒ Snow and ice may have accumulated in the rotating mechanism. Remove the
accumulated snow and ice.
⇒ The Cotter Pin or Hairpin Clip may have fallen off the Rotating Handle. Replace the
Pin or Clip. See Figure 9 on page 14.
⇒ If the problem persists, call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
The Drive Belt
frays or rolls over
the Drive Pulley. ⇒ The Drive Pulley groove probably has a nick in it. File off any nicks on the Pulley.
⇒ Check the Drive Belt for wear and hard spots. The Drive Belt is probably stretched;
replace it. See page 28.
⇒ Check the routing of the Belt to make sure that it is away from any protrusions.
⇒ If the Drive Belt still rolls off the Drive Pulley, call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for
assistance.
The Cutting Edge
of the Snow
Thrower is digging
into the ground
surface.
⇒ Adjust or replace the Skid Shoes. See page 20.
⇒ If the problem persists, call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.