Fuel Recommendations; Adding Fuel; Tire Pressure - Craftsman 247.881980 Operator's Manual

Set-Up
Shear Pins
A pair of replacement auger shear pins and bow tie cotter
pins are included with your snow thrower. Store them in a
safe place until needed.
Clean-Out Tool
The chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the auger housing with a
mounting clip and a cable tie at the factory. Cut the cable tie before operating the
snow thrower. See Figure 4.

Tire Pressure

The proper inflation pressure is
between 15 psi and 20 psi
periodically and maintain equal pressure in both tires at all times. Excessive
pressure (above 20 psi) may cause the wheel (tire/rim) assembly to burst with
sufficient force to cause serious injury. Do not over-inflate the tire. Use a manual
pump or portable electric tire inflator to prevent over-inflation. NEVER USE AN AIR
COMPRESSOR.
Over-inflating the tire with excessive pressure (above 20 psi) may cause the
tire/rim to burst with sufficient force to cause serious injury.
Chute Clean-Out Tool
Figure 4
. Check the tire pressure
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Fuel Recommendations

Use automotive gasoline (unleaded or low leaded to minimize combustion chamber
deposits) with a minimum of 87 octane. Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol or 15%
MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) can be used. Never use an oil/gasoline mixture
or dirty gasoline. Avoid getting dirt, dust, or water in the fuel tank. DO NOT use E85
gasoline.
• Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or
allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where
gasoline is stored.
• Do not overfill the fuel tank. After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed
properly and securely.
• Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may
ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the
engine.
• Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor.

Adding Fuel

Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the
engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
Always keep hands and feet clear of equipment moving parts. Do not use a
pressurized starting fluid. Vapors are flammable.
1. Clean around fuel fill before removing cap to fuel.
2. Fill tank until fuel reaches 1⁄2 inch below the bottom of the filler neck to
allow space for fuel expansion. Be careful not to overfill.
Checking Oil Level
The engine is shipped with oil in the engine. You must, however, check
the oil level prior to operating the snow thrower. Running the engine
with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage and void the engine
warranty.
NOTE: Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the engine stopped.
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