Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Toro snowblower wont start., proper manuals, assembly drawings

Question
QUESTION: HI, I have a 98cc Toro Powerlite snowblower.  It's about 5 years old and hasn't been ran in 2 years.  I recently tried to start it and it wouldn't even attempt to fire up.  The machine is getting spark and there is some gas misting out of the exhaust when I try to pull start it.  I put some gas into the cylinder and still nothing.  If it's getting spark and gas, what could be the problem.  Thanks, Tony

ANSWER: Hello Tony:

>>From your Description it Sounds like a Seized/Stuck Valve.
>>Send me the Model Numbers Off the Unit and the Make and Model Numbers Off the Engine, Please. With these I can Locate the Proper Manuals and Better Assist you.
>>**If you Need Assistance in Locating the Model Numbers, then You can Go to this Site Addy; https://lookup3.toro.com/partdex/default.cfm and Select Step 1.**  
>>Thanks.

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John

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John

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QUESTION: Unit model#38172, serial#250021589.  Motor serial#TH098SA its a 98cc
Toro Powerlite with a Tecumseh motor.  Literally acts like the kill switch
is off but its not  

Answer
Hello Again Tony:

>>This Appears to be a 2 Cycle Engine on this Unit.
>>Pour a Small Amount (1 table spoon) of Cylinder Oil Into the Spark Plug Hole and then Attempt to Start the Engine. What Happens?
>>You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Mower at this Site Addy, https://lookup3.toro.com/partdex/default.cfm and Select Start Parts Viewer. Now Enter the Model Numbers (38172) and Click Search. Now Select View Assembly Drawings for your Year Model.
>>Remove the Compression Release Cover (#172A in the breakdown) and Inspect the Compression Release. It may be Stuck and Require Cleaning.
>>If the Compression Release is Good, then
>>Remove the Muffler (#275 in the Breakdown) and Check the Exhaust Port and Muffler for Blockage.
>>With the Muffler Removed, Look at the Piston and Cylinder Wall.
>>If the Piston and Cylinder Wall Looks Like Glass, then the Jug is Still Good.
>>Attempt to Start the Engine with the Muffler Removed. What Happens?
>>If the Piston and Cylinder Wall have Scratches or Gouges, then the Jug/Cylinder and Piston Require Replacing. **Most Times a Purchasing a New Unit is Cheaper and a Better Choice than making Repairs.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I Hope to be Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

PS: I am Allowed to Answer 3 Questions a Day. If you See I am Maxxed Out, then Try Submitting your Question at or Just After 8pm EST (US). My New Day Starts then. All Follow up Questions are Accepted at Any Time. Comments and Ratings are Greatly Appreciated. Thanks.

Respectfully

John