Carburetors are found in all kinds of internal combustion engines. A carburetor is the part of the motor where air and fuel combine at the correct ratio for combustion. Without a carburetor, your motor would be unable to run.
A snowblower carburetor is as equally important as the carburetor in a car or other vehicle, as it is essential to the motor receiving the fuel it needs, in the air-fuel ratio it requires to perform. Luckily, if your snowblower carburetor is not working properly, there is a good chance it just needs to be cleaned. Wondering how to clean a snowblower carburetor? Read on to find out more.
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Snowblower Won’t Start?
If your snowblower won’t start, a dirty carburetor may be the culprit. When a carburetor becomes clogged with sticky fuel residue, often from fuel sitting too long, it can prevent the engine from receiving the proper air-fuel mixture, making it difficult or impossible to start. Cleaning the carburetor with a specialized carburetor cleaner may resolve the issue. For step-by-step troubleshooting and repair guidance, visit our Snowblower Won’t Start troubleshooting page to identify other potential causes, such as a faulty spark plug or ignition coil, and find the parts you need.
Dirty Carburetor Symptoms
There are many symptoms that may indicate that your snowblower has a dirty carburetor and it simply needs to be cleaned. Here are just a few possibilities that might indicate a dirty carburetor.
- Your snowblower engine turns over, but the snowblower will not start.
- Your snowblower engine will eventually start but
will have difficulty, most likely due to debris. - The engine is sluggish or jerks. This could be
the cause of the engine running lean, due to an imperfect air-fuel ratio. If
this is the case, your snowblower engine may be receiving too much air and not
enough fuel because of the dirty carburetor. - You notice black smoke coming from the exhaust.
This is a sign the engine is running rich, which means the dirty carburetor has
caused the engine to receive too much fuel mixed with too little air. - If you have noticed an increase in fuel
consumption this is another sign your carburetor probably needs cleaning.
If you notice any of the above, you may have a dirty carburetor, and it may be time to clean your snowblower carburetor.
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Snowblower Carburetor Cleaner
You may be surprised and pleased to find out that it is possible to clean your snowblower carburetor using snowblower carburetor cleaner, with or without removing it from the snowblower.
Before you begin, ensure you have a carburetor
cleaner for snowblower handy, and a carburetor
kit available to help complete the process as efficiently as possible.
Here’s a quick guide on how to clean your snowblower carburetor.
- Turn off the snowblower engine and leave it to
cool. - Remove the carburetor bowl, float bowl and
flathead. - Spray and clean the dirty carburetor with a carburetor
cleaner, removing debris with a cloth. Let it sit to remove impurities. If
you are enable to clean it sufficiently this way, remove the snowblower
carburetor to fully submerge it in liquid carburetor cleaner. - Clean the bowl, nuts, and holes, removing any
rust with sandpaper. - Use compressed air to blow away any additional
debris. - Carefully reassemble every part you removed.
- If you did remove the carburetor to give it a
more thorough clean, reattach the carburetor using a carburetor
kit which should include any replacement parts you may need. A good
carburetor kit will help simplify the process. Ensure everything is as it was
before you began. - Check the snowblower air filter before you start
the engine.
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Check the Snowblower Air Filter
Another common cause of snowblower issues is the snowblower air
filter. Before starting up the snowblower, be sure to check the snowblower air filter is clean. This is to ensure that clean air will be entering the carburetor so that a dirty snowblower air filter doesn’t undo the work you just did.
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Repair Clinic is your go-to resource for troubleshooting and fixing snowblowers, offering expert repair guides and a wide range of replacement parts to keep your equipment in peak condition. From diagnosing issues with a dirty carburetor to replacing spark plugs, recoil starters, or ignition coils, we have the tools and parts you need to get your snowblower running like new. We carry genuine OEM parts for all the top snowblower brands, including Craftsman, Honda, Poulan Pro, Toro, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, Yard-Man, Simplicity, MTD, Husqvarna, Snapper, Cub Cadet, and more. Whether you need help fixing a problem or finding the right replacement parts, Repair Clinic is here to ensure your snowblower is ready to tackle even the toughest winter conditions.