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Clean the fuel out and the carb , make sure you are getting spark close the choke to start then shut if off or it will foul the plug

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First step, check the fuel tank to make sure there is enough fuel to operate your snow blower. You should see fuel slosh around. Second step, check the spark plug. A wet plug means there`s fuel going through the fuel system and there may be an issue with the ignition.
If your snowblower won`t turn on or start, you can insert the key in the starter switch. There could be a problem with your starter switch or motor. To test the starter switch, you can use a multimeter. If the starter switch is not working properly, replace it.
The most common culprit of a hard-starting engine is stale fuel. If you left fuel in the tank over the summer, it`s best to drain it by accessing the fuel line or using a siphon system.
A build-up of snow in the discharge chute is a common snow blower problem. Snow build-up can prevent snow from blowing, so shut off your snow blower and clear any snow buildup in the chute. If the chute is clear, check the augers and auger drive system for problems. Defective impeller.
Check the Spark Plug and Ignition System

Fuel on the Spark Plug: If there`s fuel on your spark plug it likely means you flooded your snowblower engine trying to start it, so simply clean the fuel off of your spark plug.

Assuming the blower is 8HP, the required current draw from the 120v line would be in the order of 13-14 amps or 1700 watts.
Turn off the snowblower engine and leave it to cool. Remove the carburetor bowl, float bowl and flathead. Spray and clean the dirty carburetor with a carburetor cleaner, removing debris with a cloth. Let it sit to remove impurities.
Check the Spark Plug and Ignition System

Fuel on the Spark Plug: If there`s fuel on your spark plug it likely means you flooded your snowblower engine trying to start it, so simply clean the fuel off of your spark plug.

Wait for an hour or two if you`ve accidentally flooded the engine by pumping the prime button too many times. The fuel needs a little time to evaporate before you try to start the engine again.

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Snow blower wont start
ANSWER : Clean the fuel out and the carb , make sure you are getting spark close the choke to start then shut if off or it will foul the plug

Snow blower threw oil everywhere and will not move. Engine starts but does not move forward.
ANSWER : The gearbox for the drive has sheared a tooth off the gear to make it leak and not propel the wheels. it has cut into the seal making it leak

Electric Maztang mt 968 auger wont run – Yard Machines 28" Two-Stage Snowthrower
ANSWER : The motor runs but the auger does not , if so the bolt snapped in half from hitting something that you should have not hit , this is a normal thing so as to not blow up the engine , it is a safety feature in all snow blowers , just get the right bolt or make one grind it down to where it will break easy but will work the auger , they sell them on ebay for a couple bucks but I make mine

Poulan Pro snow thrower PR8P27ES Brand new and unable to pull recoil handle or turn over with electric start. is anyone aware of a safty mechenism.
ANSWER : No known safety- did you assemble anything? if not- return it. if you did asssemble anything- slowly go back thru in reverse and see if you have a bolt in wrong

Toro clear won't start – Toro Power Clear 621 R
ANSWER : Bad gas , plug ,air filter , no spark ck all need all 3 to start

How do I adjust the chute on the cub cadet snow blower it only goes partway to one side and all the way on the other side
ANSWER : Un plug the chute control rod..put the chute in middle (foward) and the handle at 1 oclock and remount the chute rod..see at 3:40 on this video ===>

Starts and stops starts and stops blowing snow, is the belt lose or waren or streched ? model 3650 6.5
ANSWER : Take the black cover off of the side (left) and look at the belt. It is probably worn out.

No spark at spark plug and unit will not start
ANSWER : What kind of gear is it. is there an on off switch? could the wire from the switch be earthed because its worn thru?? check this and see. lets face it. no spark it wont run. try another plug too. sometimes thats the answer