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ryegge


Joined: Feb 21, 2005
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Murray snowblower question
Original Message   Feb 21, 2005 11:55 am
Hello Everyone,

I purchased a 8HP Murray snowblower about threer weeks ago. I really like the features and how it handles. With the cab I added, it is really warm even in our harsh cold and wind up here in NE Wisconsin.

Last night when I went out to blow the 9 inches of snow we received, the blower ran for about ten minutes then just shut down. I could get it started with a couple of pumps of the choke and a single pull. It would then run for about 30 seconds to a couple of minutes, then shut down again. After trying this for an hour, I ended up shoveling!!

Anyone have any ideas what is causing this?

Thanks!

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AJace


I have an Ariens 926 Pro because I like Orange



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Re: Murray snowblower question
Reply #19   Feb 21, 2005 6:27 pm
I would think when the snow melts around those holes that have been drilled, water will get into the tank.  Unless it is a very small hole, like a pin hole.  I haven't seen a drill bit that small.

Ariens 926 DLE Professional; Toro S200; Craftsman LT1000, Echo ES-230;

bbwb


Less is more...more or less

Location: NE Minnesota
Joined: Feb 23, 2004
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Re: Murray snowblower question
Reply #20   Feb 21, 2005 7:54 pm
In all of my years with the tecumseh engines, I have never had a problem with the gas cap.  My hunch is that something has blocked the fuel supply to the carb, such as float sticking, or a jet getting plugged.  By pushing the primer bulb and pressurizing the carburator bowl, indicates that fuel is not making up into the carb on its own.

Now for the stupid question, what is the fuel level in the tank?  If it low, and the blower is on an incline, it might have just plain run out of gas.

Many of the new tecumseh engines do not come with a fuel filter or fuel shut off.  It depends on the manufacturer of the blower and their specifications.  I had to add both to my blower.

bbwb

ryegge


Joined: Feb 21, 2005
Points: 8

Re: Murray snowblower question
Reply #21   Feb 28, 2005 10:20 am
Thank you to all who responded to my original question.

Yes, it did turn out to be the gas cap. The cap that came with thesnowblower was missing the insert inside the cap. Once they gave me a new cap, it worked just fine. I am really glad as I had to use it last night for the new snowfall we received.

newtonian


Location: Windsor CT
Joined: Dec 12, 2004
Points: 86

Murray snowblower question
Reply #22   Mar 1, 2005 7:49 am
I had the same problem and posted here:

http://www.abbysguide.com/ope/discussions/7953-0-1.html

You'll likely find some presents consisting of an aluminum disc and other materials sloshing around in your tank.

2012 Ariens ST24DLE
Semi Retired Ariens 9526 in active reserve
Unknown vintage 5HP Ariens to restore

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