Craftsman 247.88045 - Manual (Page 13)

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OPERATION
5. Once the engine starts, release starter button.
6. As the engine warms, slowly rotate choke control to the OFF
position. If the engine falters, quickly rotate choke control back to
FULL
then slowly into the OFF position again.
7. When disconnecting the extension cord, always unplug the end
at the three-prong wall outlet before unplugging the opposite end
from the snow thrower.
recoil Starter
Rotate choke control to FULL choke position (cold engine
start).
NOTE: If the engine is already warm, place choke control in the OFF
position instead of FULL
.
2. Push the primer two or three times for cold engine start, making
sure to cover vent hole in the center of the primer when pushing.
NOTE: DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a short
shutdown.
NOTE: Additional priming may be necessary if the temperature is
below 15° Fahrenheit.
3. Grasp the recoil starter handle and slowly pull the rope out. At the
point where it becomes slightly harder to pull the rope, slowly
allow the rope to recoil.
4. Pull the starter handle with a firm, rapid stroke. Do not release
the handle and allow it to snap back. Keep a firm hold on the
starter handle and allow it to slowly recoil.
5. As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to the OFF
position. If the engine falters, quickly rotate the choke control
back to the FULL
position and then slowly into the OFF
position again.
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes after starting.
The engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating
temperatures.
SToPPing THe engine
Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any
moisture on the engine.
Move throttle control to STOP STOP position.
Remove the ignition key and store in a safe place.
Wipe all snow and moisture from the area around the engine as
well as the area in and around the drive control and auger control.
Also, engage and release both controls several times.
To engage Drive
With the throttle control in the Fast position, move shift lever
into one of the six forward (F) positions or two reverse (R)
positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions and
a pace you’re comfortable with.
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NOTE: When selecting a Drive Speed, use the slower speeds until
you are comfortable and familiar with the operation of the snow
thrower.
2. Squeeze the drive control against the handle the snow thrower
will move. Release it and drive motion will stop.
NOTE: NEVER reposition the shift lever (change speeds or direction
of travel) without first releasing the drive control and bringing the snow
thrower to a complete stop. Doing so will result in premature wear to
the snow thrower’s drive system.
To engage aUgerS
To engage the augers and start throwing snow, squeeze the
auger control against the left handle. Release to stop the augers.
rePLaCing SHear PinS
The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two shear pins and cot-
ter pins. If the auger should strike a foreign object or ice jam, the snow
thrower is designed so that the shear pins may shear. If the augers will
not turn, check to see if the pins have sheared. See Figure 12.
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CaUTion
NEVER replace the auger shear pins with anything other than OEM
Part No. 738-04124A replacement shear pins. Any damage to the
auger gearbox or other components as a result of failing to do so will
NOT be covered by your snow thrower’s warranty.
Warning
Always turn off the snow thrower’s engine and remove the key prior to
replacing shear pins.
Figure 12