Jessica ZanderDuring winter, it’s entirely normal to wake up to your driveway covered with snow. It’s scenarios like this that we begin to appreciate our snowblowers. But what if you take out your snowblower and it refuses to start? If your snowblower has been sitting for some time, there are steps you need to take to get it back to optimum condition.
Now that you’re aware, let’s dig in.
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Starting the Snowblower
Snowblowers are a seasonal tool, and sometimes, starting a snowblower after it has been sitting can be difficult. To save yourself stress, there are some steps you can take to ensure it begins smoothly when you want.
Get it to a safe open space.
Before you start the steps, the first thing to do when you want to start a snowblower sitting is to get it to open space. Doing this allows you to examine the snowblower more carefully.
Carry out a maintenance check
When you try to use a snowblower that has been in storage for a while without carrying out a maintenance check, it can cause more harm than good. When your snowblower is in a safe space, ensure you carry out a maintenance check. Look out for debris, loose screws, or anything that seems out of place. Also, check the spark plug, the oil level, and the tire pressure.
Chances are the spark plug, the oil, and the fuel in the snowblower are from the previous year. You should change them and fire the engine again. If it starts, you’re good to go.
Adjust the throttle
To ensure that all the old fuel is removed, you should adjust the throttle by placing it at the highest level. This way, the snowblower will burn off all the leftover fuel. However, you should prepare to clan the ground while this is going on.
Check for Signs of Trouble
After the first start-up, check for visual issues like fuel leakage. If there is any, you should visit a maintenance shop if you might need the replacement of some parts. However, if your snowblower is in optimum condition, fill it with fresh fuel and turn it on once again. Now, you should be able to use the snowblower.
I've been passionate about gardening since the early 1990s, and in 2022, I launched You Can Do It Gardening to empower individuals to feel more confident in their gardening endeavors.
Following a 30-year career in nonprofit finance and operations, I transitioned out of that field in mid-June of 2023 due to the growing demand for coaching services. Interestingly, my years of presenting financial statements to boards and finance committees proved to be valuable experience for teaching people about gardening! I enjoy sharing skills, providing guidance and suggestions, and collaborating efficiently with clients to make significant improvements to their outdoor spaces, both small and large. I also regularly teach at the Arlington Continuing Education and Cambridge Adult Education.
My approach is direct and practical, akin to Mary Poppins, but tailored to your garden. Clients find satisfaction in saving money and taking pride in their own gardening achievements.
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Hello! I’m Jessica Zander, a garden coach and consultant based in the Boston area (zone 6b), offering virtual consultations across the country and Canada.
I’ve been passionate about gardening since the early 1990s, and in 2022, I launched You Can Do It Gardening to empower individuals to feel more confident in their gardening endeavors.
Following a 30-year career in nonprofit finance and operations, I transitioned out of that field in mid-June of 2023 due to the growing demand for coaching services. Interestingly, my years of presenting financial statements to boards and finance committees proved to be valuable experience for teaching people about gardening! I enjoy sharing skills, providing guidance and suggestions, and collaborating efficiently with clients to make significant improvements to their outdoor spaces, both small and large. I also regularly teach at the Arlington Continuing Education and Cambridge Adult Education.
My approach is direct and practical, akin to Mary Poppins, but tailored to your garden. Clients find satisfaction in saving money and taking pride in their own gardening achievements.
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