Basic Tune-Up Service
Single Stage Snow Blower Tune-Up Checklist
Flush fuel system
Install new spark plug
Rebuild carburetor
Check and adjust RPM
Check compression
Check and adjust belts
Lubricate and adjust bail cable (if applicable)
Check Paddles for wear
Check scraper bar for wear
Inspect and test all safety features
Power wash unit
Test overall operation of unit
2 & 3 Stage Snow Blower Tune-Up Checklist
Flush fuel system
Install new spark plug
Rebuild carburetor
Check and adjust RPM
Check compression
Check and adjust belts
Test ignition system
Check transmission fluid
Lubricate and adjust cables
Inspect and test all safety features
Power wash unit
Test overall operation of unit
Snow Blower Repair Services
Belt & Cable Servicing
Feldmann Power repairs snowblower auger drive cables, auger belts, and repairs to the drive system such as drive belts, engagement cables, and friction discs.
Starter Motor Repair
Whether your snow blower’s starter isn’t working at all or won’t engage, Feldmann has the answers. Our team of small engine experts can replace a bad starter switch or motor as well as repairing or replacing worn starter and flywheel gears.
Snow Blower Bearing Repair
The yearly abuse of removing snow from your driveway & sidewalk combined with the corrosion caused by salt & sand can damage the bearings of your snow blower. Let the pros at Feldmann power inspect and then repair or replace your bearings to keep your machine running like the day you bought it.
Snow Blower Blade/Auger Repair
When your blades or auger doesn’t turn, some of the more common causes are broken shear pins or damage to the gearbox. The team at Feldmann Power can replace any broken shear pins or repair or replace a damaged gearbox.
Get Seasonal Maintenance Services
Pre-Season Maintenace Service
Check the Spark Plug
If there’s damage or deposits, we replace the spark plug otherwise we check the gap and put it back in.
Inspect the Belts
Wear and tear? Cracks? If so, we replace them.
Inspect Paddles
The auger paddles are the hardest working parts on your snow blower, so check them often for wear and tear if they don’t hit the ground anymore, we replace them.
Check the Shave Plate
This scrapes the snow off your driveway. If it’s worn on a single-stage snow blower, we reverse it. For a two-stage snow blower, we replace it.
Flip the Skid Shoes (2-Stage Models)
These are the adjustable pieces on a two-stage snow blower that let you set the height of your auger. Most are reversible. If yours look worn, flip the over and use the other side, making a note to replace them next year.
Inspect the Shear Pins for Damage
Shear pins connect the auger to the gear case. Did you know they’re meant to break? It’s a safety feature – they’ll break if the auger and gear case are overloaded.
Change the Oil
A snowblower takes the same kind of oil that a standard vehicle does, but snowblower oil does not need to be changed every three months like a car. Change the oil at the end of the season and the beginig of the season. This way the old oil will not get a chance to turn to sludge inside the engine and cause problems when you try and start the snowblower.
Fresh Gas with Stabilizer
Feldmann will fill ‘er up with fresh gas and make sure to include fuel stabilizer. It’ll keep the gas fresh longer and help prevent clogs.
Post-Season Maintenace Service
Identify parts that need to be replaced
Each manufacturer has a list of parts which need to be replaced at the end of each season. Fledmann Power will inspect and replace the worn parts based on the manufacturer’s list.
Inspect the shave plate and skid shoes
Check the shave plate and skid shoes for wear. If the shave plate shows signs of wear, check to see if you can reverse it? many shave plates have two wearing edges and can be reversed.
Empty the fuel tank
At the end of the snow blowing season, you never want to keep fuel in your snow blower, even if the gas is stabilized; always drain the tank.
Storing fuel long-term in any type of gas engine is not recommended because of the issues caused by old gas corroding and gunk building up inside your tank. It is extremely challenging to clean a carburetor or replace fuel lines that have cracked or gunked up because fuel was left in the lines/tank.
To avoid this hassle and be sure there’s no fuel left in the system, simply run the snowblower until the remaining gas burns out.
Examine the gear shaft and oil the hex shaft
We remove the lower frame cover from the underside of the unit & check the gear shaft and apply a light coating of oil to the hex shaft. We also check the rubber friction disc for wear and cracking.
Inspect belts
Remove the belt cover and inspect the belt(s) for wear. Replace belts as necessary. Reinstall the plastic belt cover.
Examine the auger
Check the auger’s rubber paddles for damage and wear. Replace as necessary.
Change the Oil
A snowblower takes the same kind of oil that a standard vehicle does, but snowblower oil does not need to be changed every three months like a car. Change the oil at the end of the season and the beginig of the season. This way the old oil will not get a chance to turn to sludge inside the engine and cause problems when you try and start the snowblower.
Check the Spark Plug
If there’s damage or deposits, we replace the spark plug otherwise we check the gap and put it back in.
Clean areas near the engine and muffler
We will clean debris from around the engine and muffler and apply a light coating of oil on any areas that are susceptible to rust. To further prevent rust, we will wipe away dried salt that may have accumulated.
More Services
Feldmann Power offers a variety of small engine repair and maintenance services. Check out some of our more poular services
CHAINSAW SERVICE
From tune-ups to sharpening, the pros at Feldmann Power can keep your chainsaw working like day one.
Seasonal Inspection SERVICES
From pre-season inspections to end of year storage, Feldmann Power keeps your engines running smoother, longer.
POWER WASHER SERVICE
The team at Feldmann Power can keep your power washer working like the day you bought it. From tune-ups to seasonal maintenance, Feldmann Power does it all.