Operation - Craftsman 247.11683 Series Operator's Manual

Auger
When engaged, the auger rotation draws snow into the auger housing and throws
it out the discharge chute. Rubber paddles on the auger also aid in propelling the
snow blower as they come in contact with the pavement.
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 blower is
propelled, allowing snow close to the pavement's surface to be discharged.
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
Recoil Starter
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 the auger control is in the disengaged (released) position.

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2. Insert ignition key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. Do not attempt to
turn the key. See Figure 10 for model 247.11683* and see Figure 11 for model
247.88780*.
NOTE: The engine cannot start unless the key is fully inserted into the
ignition switch.
3. Push the choke lever to the CHOKE position.
4. If the engine is warm, place the choke in the RUN position instead of CHOKE.
5. Push the primer five to seven (5-7) times for model 247.11683* and three
(3) times for model 247.88780*, making sure to cover the vent hole when
pushing.
6. If the engine is warm, push the primer only once.
7. Grasp the recoil starter handle and slowly pull the rope out. At the
point where it becomes slightly harder to pull the rope, slowly allow the rope
to recoil.
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Figure 10
Figure 11