snowblower isnt performing like it should?

Question

i have a quick question are city got hit with a winter storm so when i went to get the snow blower from the garage it started up just fine when i took it from the garage and hit the snow i pull the handle back and the snowblower wouldnt throw the snow instead the snow blower died out any reason why it starts back up real easy but the moment it trys to throw snow thats it it dies

Answer 1

Turn the engine off and clear the snow from the blower assembly. Engage the lever before blowing snow to ensure everything turns properly.

If the snow is very wet and heavy the auger and second stage impeller may be creating too much load on the engine. Try going very slowly into the snow and making half or less width cuts.

Answer 2

Could be flooded, or maybe needs new oil, if the gas has been in it for a while it could of gotten a little stale.... Also do you know where the shear pins are for the blades to spin?

The shear pins stop the snowblower from breaking if you hit a chunk of ice or rocks...

What happens is the shear pins keep the blades spinning but when something gets caught in the blades the shear pin breaks stopping the blades from spinning so it doesnt screw the gears up...

Hope this helps

Answer 3

check the auto choke settings. With torque or under a load such as throwing snow, The choke might be engageing, Thus stalling out.

Answer 4

put fresh gas in it, run at half choke till it warms up, maybe replace the plug in it.
also check the breather for mice nests or debris .

it is a good idea to run it at idle a couple times during the summer to prevent this next year.

Answer 5

gota let it warm up, then engage the drive before you hit the snow,