Operation; Product View And Parts Identification; Choke Control; Rocker Switch - Craftsman C459-52927 Operator's Manual

Chute Chute
Assembly Assembly
Clean-Out Clean-Out
Tool Tool
Augers Augers
Now that you have set up your snow thrower for operation, get acquainted with its controls and features. These are described below and
illustrated in Figure 14. This knowledge will allow you to use your new equipment to its fullest potential.
NOTE: For detailed starting instructions and more information on all engine controls, refer to the engine manual packed with your unit.
Shift Lever
The shift lever is located on the right side of the handle panel. Place
the shift lever into any of eight positions to control the direction of travel
and ground speed.
Forward
Your snow thrower has six forward (F) speeds, with
position number one (1) being the slowest speed.
Reverse
Your snow thrower has two reverse (R) speeds, with
position number one (1) being the slower speed.

Choke Control

The choke control is found on top of the engine and
is activated by rotating the knob counter clockwise.
Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on
the carburetor and aids in starting the engine.
Know Your Snow Thrower

OPERATION

Drive Control Drive Control
Shift Lever Shift Lever
Headlight Headlight
Skid Shoe Skid Shoe
Figure 14
Primer
Depressing the primer forces fuel directly into the engine's carburetor
to aid in cold-weather starting.
Oil Fill
Engine oil level can be checked and oil added through the oil fill.
Safety Key
The safety key must be pushed in place in order for the engine to start.
Pull the safety key out to prevent unauthorized use of equipment.

Rocker Switch

The rocker switch is used to stop the engine. The switch must be in
the "ON" position in order to start the engine.
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Four-Way Chute Control™ Four-Way Chute Control™
Auger Control Auger Control
Heated Grips (optional)
Wheel Steering Control Wheel Steerin
Engine Controls Engine Controls
Choke Choke
Control Control
Primer Primer
Safety Safety
Key Key
Recoil Starter Recoil Starter
Handle Handle
Gas Cap Gas Cap
Oil Fill Oil Fill
Electric Start Electric Start
Button Button
Electric Starter Electric Starter
Outlet Outlet
Rocker Rocker
Switch Switch