How to Fix Used Snowblowers

Used snowblowers invariably offer a trade-off in cost versus condition. Some used blowers won't give you a minute's worth of trouble; others will be more trouble than they're worth. Repairing snowblowers generally involves one of two problems: The engine, or the blower itself. Regardless of the problem, a used snowblower should be repaired in a dry place. The snowblower should never, ever be running when you're attempting to fix a problem no matter how minor the problem appears.

Instructions

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  Diagnose any problems with the engine. Because snowblowers are operated in cold, wet climate, you should start by cleaning the spark plugs, draining the gas tank and filling it with fresh gas. Find a user manual online if you don't have one so you can figure out the location of parts that include the air filter, carburetor and oil reservoir.
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  Use the instruction manual to find the location and specifications for the drive-belt on your snowblower. Belts expand and contract in different weather. A loose or broken belt can cause the blower to stop working completely.
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  Look for problems with the blower itself. One of the most common problems involves objects getting into the snowblower blades and jamming them. Outside objects jammed in the blower blades also can cause auger pins to fall off or shear out, preventing the blade from turning.

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