Craftsman 247.88835 Operator's Manual page 10

Drift Cutters
The snow thrower drift cutters are mounted inverted at the factory
for shipping purposes.
1. Remove the four flange nuts (two on each side) and carriage bolts.
Place drift cutter in upright position and re-secure. See Fig. 9.
Tire Pressure (Pneumatic Tires)
WARNING
Under any circumstance do not exceed manufacturer's recom-
mended psi. Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times.
Excessive pressure when seating beads may cause tire/rim
assembly to burst with force sufficient to cause serious injury. Refer
to sidewall of tire for recommended pressure.
The tires can be over-inflated for shipping purposes. Check the tire
pressure before operating the snow thrower. Refer to the tire side wall
for manufactures's recommended psi and deflate (or inflate) the tires
as necessary.
NOTE: Equal tire pressure is to be maintained at all times for perfor-
mance purposes.
Fuel Recommendations
Use automotive gasoline (unleaded or low leaded to minimize combus-
tion 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.
Figure 9
ASSEMBLY
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. A fuel level indicator is located in the fuel tank. Fill tank until fuel
reaches the fuel level indictor, Figure 10. 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.
To avoid engine damage, it is important to:
• Check oil level before each use and every 5 operating hours
when engine is warm. Check oil level more frequently during
engine break-in.
• Keep oil level between "H" and "L" marks on dipstick. See
Fig. 11.
• Be sure oil fill cap/plug is tightened securely when checking.
1. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe the dipstick clean. See
Fig. 11.
2. Insert the cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck, and tighten the cap
turning clockwise until cap is seated.
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WARNING
WARNING
Fuel Level Indicator
Top View
Figure 10
CAUTION