Troy-Bilt 2690XP Benutzerhandbuch

Engine fails to start

1.  Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 

2.  Blocked fuel line.

3.  Choke not in the RUN position.

4.  Faulty spark plug.

5.  Key not in ignition switch on engine.

6.  Spark plug wire disconnected.

7.  Primer button not being used properly.

1.  Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel 

becomes stale after thirty days.

2.  Clean the fuel line.

3.  Move choke control to RUN position

4.  Clean, adjust gap or replace.

5.  Insert the key fully into the switch.

6.  Connect spark plug wire.

7.  Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual.

Engine running erratically/

inconsistent RPM (hunting 

or surging)

1.  Engine running on CHOKE.

2.  Fuel line blocked or stale fuel. 

3.  Water or dirt in fuel system.

4.  Carburetor out of adjustment.

5.  Over-governed engine.

1.  Move choke control to RUN position.

2.  Clean fuel line and fill tank with fresh clean, 

gasoline.

3.  Run engine until it stops. Refill with fresh fuel.

4.  Contact an authorized service center.

5.  Contact an authorized service center.

Loss of power

1.  Spark plug wire loose.

2.  Gas cap vent hole plugged.

1.  Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

2.  Remove ice and snow from gas cap. Be 

certain vent hole is clear.

Excessive vibration

1.  Loose parts or damaged auger.

1.  Stop the engine immediately and disconnect 

the spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts and 

nuts. If vibration continues, have the snow 

thrower serviced by an authorized service 

dealer.

Snow Thrower fails to 

propel itself

1.  Drive control cable in need of adjustment. 

2.  Drive belt loose or damaged. 

3.  Friction wheel worn.

4.  Drive tracks in need of adjustment.

1.  Adjust drive control cable. Refer to 

Maintenance & Adjustments Section.

2.  Replace drive belt. Contact an authorized 

service center.

3.  Replace the friction wheel.

4.  Contact an authorized service center.

Snow Thrower fails to 

discharge snow

1.  Chute assembly clogged. 

 

2.  Shear pin(s) sheared.

3.  Foreign object lodged in auger. 

4.  Auger control cable in need of adjustment. 

5.  Auger belt loose or damaged.

1.  Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire. 

Clean chute and inside of auger housing with 

clean-out tool or a stick.

2.  Replace shear pin(s).

3.  Stop engine immediately and disconnect 

spark plug wire. Remove object from auger.

4.  Adjust auger control cable. Refer to the 

Maintenance & Adjustments Section.

5.  Refer to Service Section.

Chute fails to easily rotate 

180 degrees

1.  Chute assembled incorrectly.

1.  Unassemble chute control and reassemble as 

directed in the Assembly section.