Your snow blower should start within three pulls of the starter rope. Follow step-by-step instruction to determine why your snow blower won't start: checking fuel levels, spark plug, carburetor and compression. Follow along this DIY video to troubleshoot and learn when it's best to service your snow blower.
Introduction: 0:00 - 0:10
Starting configurations: 0:10 - 0:51
Attempt to start snow blower: 0:51 - 1:03
Step 1: Check for gas in tank: 1:03 - 1: 15
Step 2: Check spark plug: 1:15 - 2:45
Clogged carburetor: 2:45 - 3:30
Fresh treated fuel: 3:30 - 4:10
Step 3: Check ignition system: 4:10 - 4:58
Step 4: Replace spark plug: 4:58 - 5:47
Attempt Start: 5:47 - 6:14
Conclusion: 6:14 - 6:41
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. A dry plug means there may be an issue with the fuel system. A common issue is a clogged carburetor from stale gas. Using a fuel stabilizer keeps fuel fresh and the carburetor from gumming and varnishing. Third step, check the ignition system with a spark tester. Step four, replace the spark plug and reconnect the spark plug wire. If your snow blower still doesn’t start you should consider taking it in for service. Briggs & Stratton has over 12,000 servicing dealers in our network. Visit our website to locate the nearest dealer to you.
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