Craftsman 247.88854 - Manual (Page 24)

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• Insert the pin from the shift arm assembly into
the friction wheel assembly and hold assembly
in position. See Figure 34.
Figure 34
• Slide the hex shaft through the left side of the
housing and through the friction wheel
assembly.
• Insert the hex shaft through the sprocket and the
spacer. See Figure 35. Make certain that the
chain engages both the large and the small
sprocket.
Figure 35
Spacer
Shift Arm Assembly
Pin
Sprocket
Spacer
Friction
Wheel
Sprocket
Spacer
Hex
Shaft
of Sprocket
Hex Hub
NOTE: If the sprocket fell from the snow thrower while
removing the hex shaft, place the sprocket on the hex
shaft. Position the hex hub of the sprocket toward the
friction wheel when sliding the sprocket on to the hex
shaft. See Figure 35
• Align the hex shaft with the right hand bearing
and carefully guide the left hand bearing into the
left side of the housing.
• Reassemble the drive cover with the four screws
that were earlier removed.
Note: If you placed plastic under the gas cap, be
certain to remove it.
Carburetor
If you think the carburetor needs to be adjusted, see
your nearest authorized Sears Service Outlet.
If your snow thrower is left unused for 30 days or
longer, it needs to be prepared for storage. Also, at
the end of the snow season, you should follow the
same set of instructions and store the snow thrower
properly for off-season. Proper storage ensures
longer life of the snow thrower.
WARNING: If any adjustments are made to
the engine while the engine is running (e.g.
carburetor), keep clear of all moving parts.
Be careful of heated surfaces and muffler.