Tire Pressure; Skid Shoes; Chute Clean-Out Tool - Craftsman 247.88955 Operator's Manual

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Chute Clean-out tool

A chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the auger housing
with a mounting clip. See Figure 6. The tool is designed to clear a
chute assembly of ice and snow. This item is fastened with a cable tie
at the factory. Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower.
Warning
Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut
off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have
stopped before using the clean-out tool to clear the chute assembly.

tire Pressure

Before operating, check tire pressure and reduce pressure in both tires
to between 15 psi and 20 psi.
NOTE: If the tire pressure is not equal in both tires, the unit may not
travel in a straight path and the shave plate may wear unevenly.
adjUstments

skid shoes

The snow thrower skid shoes are adjusted upward at the factory for
shipping purposes. Adjust them downward, if desired, prior to operat-
ing the snow thrower.
CaUtion
It is not recommended that you operate this snow thrower on gravel
as it can easily pick up and throw loose gravel, causing personal
injury or damage to the snow thrower and surrounding property.
• For close snow removal on a smooth surface, raise skid shoes
higher on the auger housing.
• Use a middle or lower position when the area to be cleared is
uneven, such as a gravel driveway
NOTE: If you choose to operate the snow thrower on a gravel surface,
keep the skid shoes in position for maximum clearance between the
ground and the shave plate.
To adjust the skid shoes:
1. Loosen the four hex nuts (two on each side) and carriage bolts.
Move skid shoes to desired position. See Figure 7.
2. Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is against the
ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes.
3. Retighten nuts and bolts securely.
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Chute Clean-out Tool
Figure 6
Figure 7