My outdoor, stored under a tarp 1970s 724 stalls as soon as I engage the auger. I can hear the belt squealing as I try engaging it. Somethings frozen, it's 9 degrees now, windy and snowing and 18" is forecast. The auger rotates a tad on it's shaft when I push on it with a stick. Tried gently engaging the belt - didn't help.
Neither electricity, help, a garage or shelter is available. Can't drag it to the house, and even if I could there's too many steps and black ice under the snow to contend with.
Where, just what part, should I thaw it with a torch and is that safe?
Added: It worked great (with a heavy demand) few days ago.
This message was modified Feb 1, 2011 by Harold
