Clean-Out Tool - Craftsman 247.88790 Owner's Manual

NOTE: It is not recommended that you operate this
snow thrower on gravel as loose gravel can be easily
picked up and thrown by the auger causing an injury or
damage to the snow thrower.
• If for some reason, you have to operate the snow
thrower on gravel, keep the skid shoe in the highest
position for maximum clearance between ground
and shave plate.
• Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.
Clean-Out Tool
The clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear
of the auger housing with a mounting clip. Never use
your hand to clean a clogged chute.
1. Release both the auger control and the drive/auger
control lock.
2. Stop the engine by moving the throttle to the stop
position.
3. Remove the clean-out tool from the mounting clip.
See Figure 14.
4. Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to
remove any snow and ice in the chute assembly.
5.
6.
Re-fasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on
the rear of the auger housing and restart engine.
While standing in the operator's position (behind
the snow thrower), engage the auger control for a
few seconds to clear any remaining snow or ice
from the chute assembly before continuing to clear
snow,
Mounting Clip
Tool
Auger
Housing
Figure 14
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