HONDA HS520AS - Manual (Page 40)

TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
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Snow not discharging properly
Engine stalls when the auger clutch lever is engaged
Possible cause Correction
Discharge chute is restricted. Clear the discharge chute of obstructions
(page 18).
Foreign object stopping the
auger from rotating. Remove the foreign object.
Auger not engaging because
the drive belt is worn, broken,
or not on the pulleys. See servicing Honda snowthrower dealer.
Swath is too wide for wet,
deep snow conditions. Reduce snowblowing swath.
Snowthrower is moving too
fast for snow conditions. Reduce your walking speed.
Possible cause Correction
Discharge chute is restricted. Clear the discharge chute and auger
housing of obstructions (page 18).
Foreign object is stopping the
auger from rotating.
The auger is frozen.