Craftsman 247.88704 Operator's Manual page 11

CHUte assembLy
Rotate the discharge chute to the left or right using the chute handle.
The pitch of the discharge chute controls the angle at which the snow
is thrown. Loosen the wing knob on the side of the discharge chute
before pivoting the discharge chute upward or downward. Retighten
the knob once the desired position has been achieved.
sHaVe PLate
The shave plate maintains contact with the pavement as the snow
thrower is propelled, allowing snow close to the pavement's surface to
be discharged.
before starting tHe engine
Warning
Read, understand and follow all the instructions and warnings on the
machine and in this manual before operating.
1. The spark plug wire was disconnected for safety. Attach the spark
plug wire to the spark plug before starting.
starting tHe engine
Warning
Always keep hands and feet clear of moving parts. Do not use a
pressurized starting fluid. Vapors are flammable.
Warning
To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, make sure the engine is
outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
1. Insert the ignition key into the slot. See Figure 11. Do not attempt
to turn the key. Doing so may cause it to break.
2. Move the choke lever to the FULL
engine start).
3. If the engine is warm, place the choke in the OFF
instead of FULL.
4. Push the primer five to seven (5-7) times, making sure to cover
the vent hole when pushing.
OPERATION
Figure 11
choke position (cold
position
5. If the engine is warm, push the primer button only once.
NOTE: Always cover the vent hole in the primer button when pushing.
Additional priming may be necessary for the first start if the tempera-
ture is below 15° F.
6. Grasp the starter handle and pull the rope out slowly, until it pulls
slightly harder. Let the rope rewind slowly.
7. Pull the starter handle rapidly. Do not allow the handle to snap
back. Allow it to rewind slowly while keeping a firm hold on the
handle.
8. As the engine warms up and begins to operate evenly, slide the
choke lever slowly to the 1⁄2 choke position. When the engine
begins to run smoothly, move the choke to the OFF
If the engine fails, return to FULL
1⁄2 choke then the OFF
stoPPing tHe engine
1. Run the engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off
any moisture on the engine.
2. To stop the engine remove the ignition key and store it in a safe
place.
3. Wipe all the snow and moisture away from the engine controls
area.
Muffler, engine and surrounding areas become hot and can cause a
burn. Be careful and do not touch when they are hot.
engaging tHe aUgers
Engage the auger by squeezing the auger control against the upper
handle. Release the control to stop the augers.
engaging tHe driVe
Lift up slightly on the handle to allow the rubber paddles on the auger
to contact the pavement and propel the snow thrower forward. Pushing
downward on the handle will raise the augers off the ground and stop
the forward motion.
NOTE: Excessive upward pressure on the handle will result in
premature wear to the rubber auger paddles, which is not covered by
the warranty.
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choke, then slowly move to
position.
Warning
position.