Craftsman 247.883940 Operator's Manual page 14

Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the rear of the engine. It regulates the speed of the
engine and will shut OFF the engine when moved into the STOP position.
Primer
Depressing the primer forces fuel directly into the
engine's carburetor to aid in cold-weather starting.
Electric Starter Button
Pressing the electric starter button engages the engine's electric starter when
plugged into a 120V power source.
Electric Starter Outlet
Requires the use of a three-prong outdoor extension cord and a 120V power source/
wall outlet.
Oil Fill
Engine oil level can be checked and oil added through the oil fill.
Gas Cap
Unthread the gas cap to add gasoline to the fuel tank.
Auger
When engaged, the auger blades rotate and draw snow into the auger housing.
Chute Assembly
Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out the chute assembly.
Skid Shoes
Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions. Adjust upward for hard-packed
snow. Adjust downward when operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces.
Auger Control
AUGER
CONTROL
The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the control grip against the
handle to engage the auger and start snow throwing action. Release to stop.
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Drive Control/ Auger Control Lock
DRIVE
CONTROL
The drive control is located on the right handle. Squeeze the control grip against the
handle to engage the wheel drive. Release to stop.
The drive control also locks the auger control so you can operate the chute
directional control without interrupting the snow throwing process. If the auger
control is engaged simultaneously with the drive control, the operator can release
the auger control (on the left handle) and the augers will remain engaged. Release
both controls to stop the augers and wheel drive.
NOTE: Always release the drive control before changing speeds. Failure to do so will
result in increased wear on your machine's drive system.
Four-Way Chute Control™ (Joystick)
The four-way chute control™ (joystick) is located on the left side of the handle
panel.
• To change the direction in which snow is thrown, squeeze the button on the
chute control lever and pivot the chute control lever to the right or to the
left.
• To change the angle/distance which snow is thrown, pivot the chute control
lever forward to tilt the chute down and backward to tilt the chute up.
Wheel Steering Controls
The left and right wheel steering controls are located on the underside of the
handles. Squeeze the right control to turn right; squeeze the left control to turn left.
NOTE: Operate the snow thrower in open areas until you are familiar with these
controls.
LED Light
The LED light is located inside of the handle panel and is ON when the engine is
running.
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