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kp123


Joined: Jan 17, 2011
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Snapper I524 Snowblower
Original Message   Jan 17, 2011 5:31 pm
The auger on my Snapper snow blower does not throw the snow very far and clogs easily.  Does anyone have an idea what is wrong and how to correct this? 

Thank you
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MN_Runner


Location: St. Paul, Minnesota
Joined: Dec 5, 2010
Points: 622
Re: Snapper I524 Snowblower
Reply #1   Jan 17, 2011 5:32 pm
spray your auger and chute with silicone lubricant spray and you will see better performance.
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kp123


Joined: Jan 17, 2011
Points: 3
Re: Snapper I524 Snowblower
Reply #2   Jan 17, 2011 5:36 pm
That was the first thing I tried.  It still only throws the snow a couple of feet. 
MN_Runner


Location: St. Paul, Minnesota
Joined: Dec 5, 2010
Points: 622
Re: Snapper I524 Snowblower
Reply #3   Jan 17, 2011 5:44 pm
how is your belt tension?  are they running at full speed? Does your auger spin freely when the engine is off?  If yes, you need to replace shear pins.
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kp123


Joined: Jan 17, 2011
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Re: Snapper I524 Snowblower
Reply #4   Jan 17, 2011 5:52 pm
I was just thinking it might be a loose or worn belt.  I'm going to check that.
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