Craftsman 247.88890 Owner's Manual page 12

• If, however, you have to operate the snow thrower
on gravel, keep the skid shoe in the highest position
for maximum clearance between the ground and
the shave plate.
• Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.
Chute Clean-Out Tool
WARNING:
Stop engine by removing
ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop
before using the chute clean-out tool.
The clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the
auger housing with a mounting clip. See Figure 12 .
When snow and ice collect in the discharge chute during
operation, use this tool to safely clean the chute and chute
opening. Follow these steps to operate it:
1. Release both auger and drive control bails.
2. Stop engine and remove ignition key.
3. Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures
it to the rear of the auger housing. See Figure 12.
4. Use the shovel-shaped end of the tool to dislodge and
scoop snow and ice from around the chute assembly.
WARNING:
snow and ice from the discharge chute or
auger housing.
5. Re-fasten the chute clean-out tool to the mounting clip
on the rear of the auger housing.
6. Reinsert the ignition key and start the snow thrower's
engine for more snow cleaning.
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Never use your hands to clean
Chute Clean-Out Tool
Clip
Figure 12