How to Troubleshoot an Electronic Start Toro Snowblower
A Toro electric start snowblower is a welcome sight when the snow starts falling. Having a snowblower available can cut the time it takes to clear your driveway or sidewalk by more than two-thirds, making it easier to get back out on the road or get to work. Unfortunately, many people do not think about their Toro snowblowers until the first snow is already falling. If you find your previously reliable snowblower will not start, taking a step-by-step approach to troubleshooting is the best way to get it going. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Take the Toro snowblower outside and leave it sit for 10 to 15 minutes. The motor could be flooded, and leaving it sit allows the excess fuel to dissipate.
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Push the prime button at least three to five times before trying to start the electric motor. Priming the unit is very important, especially if the snowblower has sat idle since the previous winter.
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Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the fuel tank and drain out the fuel if the snowblower has been sitting for more than a couple of weeks. Ideally, you should drain the fuel after each use, but this is not always practical. The fuel could become stale after a few weeks, which can make starting difficult or even prevent the unit from starting at all. Fill the Toro snowblower up with fresh fuel, then prime the engine and try to start it again.
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Remove the fuel filter and check its condition. A clogged or dirty fuel filter can cause the Toro snowblower to stall out once it has started.
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