Maintenance And Storage; Clearing A Clogged Discharge Chute - Craftsman 536.881950 Operator's Manual

8. When c leaning, repairing, orinspecting,
make c ertain theauger/impeller and all
moving parts have stopped and all c ontrols
are disengaged. Disconnect the spark plug
wire and k eep the wire a way from the spark
plug t oprevent accidental starting.
9. Take a ll p ossible precautions when l eaving
the snow thrower unattended. Disengage
theauger/ impeller, stop engine (motor),
and remove key.
10. Do not start orrun engine inenclosed area,
even i f doors o rwindows areopen. Ex-
haust fumes a redangerous (containing
CARBON MONOXIDE, anODORLESS
and DEADLY GAS).
11. Exercise extreme caution ifoperating on
steep slopping surfaces.
12. Donotclear s now across theface of
slopes. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction onslopes. Donot a t-
tempt toclear steep slopes.
13. Never operate the snow thrower without
proper guards, plates orother safety pro-
tective devices inplace.
14. Never operate the snow thrower near en-
closures, automobiles, window wells, drop-
offs, and t he like without proper adjustment
ofthe snow d ischarge angle. Keep children
and pets a way.
15. Do not overload the snow t hrower capacity
byattempting toclear snow attoo fast a
rate.
16. Never operate thesnow thrower athigh
transport speeds on slippery surfaces.
Look b ehind and use care when b acking
up.
17. Never direct discharge atbystanders or
allow anyone infront ofthe snow t hrower.
18. Disengage power tothe collector/impeller
when s now t hrower istransported or not i n
use.
19, Use only a ttachments and accessories ap-
proved bythemanufacturer ofthe snow
thrower (such astire chains, electric start
kits, ect.).
20. Never operate the snow thrower without
good v isibility orlight. Always besure of
your footing and keep a firm hold o nthe
handles. Walk;never run.
21. Donotover-reach. Keep p roper footing
and balance atall t imes.
22. Do not u se the snow thrower onsurfaces
above ground level such a sroofs ofresi-
dences, garages, porches orother such
structures orbuildings.
23. This s now t hrower isforuse on sidewalks,
driveways and other g round l evel sur-
faces.
24. Never touch ahot e ngine ormuffler.
,_ WARNING: This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks, driveways
and other ground level surfaces.
Caution should be exercised while using on
steep sloping surfaces. DO NOT USE
SNOW THROWER ON SURFACES ABOVE
GROUND LEVEL such as roofs of resi-
dences, garages, porches or other such
structures or buildings.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Clearing A Clogged Discharge Chute
,_ WARNING: Hand contact with
the rotating impeller inside the
discharge chute is the most
common cause of injury associated with
snow throwers. Never use your hand to
clean out the discharge chute.
To Clear The Chute:
• SHUTOFFTHE ENGINE!
• Wait 10 seconds to be sure that the im-
peller blades have stopped rotating.
• Always use a clean-out tool, not your
hands.
1. Check shear bolts and other bolts at fre-
quent intervals for proper tightness to be
sure the snow thrower is in safe working
condition.
2. Store the snowthrower away from ignition
sources or appliances that have a pilot
light, such as hot water and space heaters,
clothes dryers, etc.... Allow the engine
(motor) to cool before storing in any enclos-
ure.
3. Always refer to operator's guide instruc-
tions for important details if the snow
thrower is to be stored for an extended
period.
4. Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.
5. Run the snow thrower a few minutes after
throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of the
auger/impeller.
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