Craftsman 31AS2S5D799 Operator's Manual page 11

Auger Control
Located on the upper handle, the auger control handle is used to engage and disengage
drive to the auger. Squeeze the control handle against the upper handle to engage the
auger; release it to disengage.
Chute Assembly
Rotate the discharge chute to the left or right using the control 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.
Electric Starter Outlet
Requires the use of a three-prong outdoor extension cord and a 120V power source/
wall outlet.
Electric Starter Button
Pressing the electric starter button engages the engine's electric starter when
plugged into a 120V power source.
Oil Fill/Dipstick
Engine oil level can be checked and oil added through the oil fill.
Oil Drain
Engine oil can be drained through the oil drain.
Muffler
Engine exhaust exits the engine via the muffler.
OPERATION
Before Starting the Engine
Read, understand and follow all the instructions and warnings on the
machine and in this manual before operating.
Starting The Engine
Always keep hands and feet clear of moving parts. Do not use a pressurized
starting fluid. Vapors are flammable.
To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, make sure the engine is outdoors in a
well-ventilated area.
1. Make certain both the auger control is in the disengaged (released) position.
2. Insert ignition key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. Do not attempt to
turn the key. See Figure 10.
NOTE: The engine cannot start unless the key is fully inserted into the ignition
switch.
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WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Figure 10