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My Troy-Bilt Snowblower Won't Start
The last thing you want after the first winter storm is for your Troy-Bilt snow blower to not start. Troy-Bilt is a reliable brand but no machine is perfect, and cold weather can wreak havoc on combustion engines. So let's fix it, together. Start by using Repair Clinic's troubleshooting guide to figure out exactly why the snow blower will not start. Enter the model number in the search field and start working through our list of causes, which begins with the most likely one. You'll find the right replacement part and helpful videos to guide you along the way. And you'll save money and time by doing the repair yourself. Best of all, you'll be able to add 'Troy-Bilt Engine Expert' to your resume.
01 - Troy-Bilt Spark Plug
Inspect the spark plug for signs of wear or damage. If the porcelain insulator is cracked, an electrode is burned away or damaged, or there is heavy carbon buildup at the electrode, replace the spark plug. To determine if the spark plug is defective, use a spark plug tester. You should see a strong spark between the tester’s terminals when the engine is cranking. If there is no spark, this indicates that the spark plug is defective and should be replaced.
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02 - Troy-Bilt Carburetor
The carburetor might be clogged. A clogged carburetor is most commonly caused by leaving fuel in the snowblower for a long period of time. Over time, some of the ingredients in the fuel may evaporate, leaving behind a thicker, stickier substance. This sticky fuel can clog up the carburetor and prevent the engine from starting. If the carburetor is clogged, try cleaning it with carburetor cleaner. If cleaning the carburetor isn’t effective, rebuild or replace the entire carburetor.
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03 - Troy-Bilt Carburetor Repair Kit
The carburetor might be clogged. A clogged carburetor is most commonly caused by leaving fuel in the snowblower for a long period of time. Over time, some of the ingredients in the fuel may evaporate, leaving behind a thicker, stickier substance. This sticky fuel can clog up the carburetor and prevent the engine from starting. If the carburetor is clogged, try cleaning it with carburetor cleaner. If cleaning the carburetor isn’t effective, rebuild or replace the entire carburetor.
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04 - Troy-Bilt Flywheel Key
The flywheel key might have sheared in half. The flywheel key is a small metal piece which fits into the crankshaft and engages with the flywheel. If the snowblower engine stops suddenly due to hitting a hard object, the flywheel key breaks in half to prevent damage to the engine. To determine if the flywheel key is broken, remove the flywheel from the engine and inspect the flywheel key. If the flywheel key is broken, replace it.
Highly Likely
05 - Troy-Bilt Ignition Coil
The ignition coil sends voltage to the spark plug while the engine is running. If the ignition coil is defective, the engine may not start. Before replacing the ignition coil, ensure that the spark plug is working properly. If you have confirmed that the spark plug is working properly, test the ignition coil with an ignition coil tester. If the ignition coil is defective, replace it.
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06 - Troy-Bilt Recoil Starter
When the starter rope is pulled and released, the recoil spring recoils the starter rope onto a pulley. If the recoil spring is broken, the rope won’t be able to recoil onto the pulley. As a result, the engine won’t start. Many recoil springs can be replaced individually, but it may be easier to replace the whole recoil starter assembly.
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