Sears 247.88853 owner manual Maintenance & Storage

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area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

6.Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

7.Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

8.Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

9.Exercise caution when changing direction and while operating on slopes.

10.Plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge towards windows, walls, cars etc. Thus, avoiding possible property damage or personal injury caused by a ricochet.

11.Never direct discharge at children, bystanders and pets or allow anyone in front of the machine.

12.Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast of a rate.

13.Never operate this machine without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk, never run.

14.Disengage power to the auger/impeller when transporting or not in use.

15.Never operate machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look down and behind and use care when in reverse.

16.If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine. Inspect thoroughly for damage. Repair any damage before starting and operating.

17.Disengage all clutch levers and stop engine before you leave the operating position (behind the handles). Wait until the auger/impeller comes to a complete stop before unclogging the discharge chute, making any adjustments, or inspections.

18.Never put your hand in the discharge or collector openings. Always use the clean-out tool provided to unclog the discharge opening. Do not unclog discharge chute while engine is running. Before unclogging, shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped completely.

19.Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer (e.g. wheel weights, tire chains, cabs etc.).

20.If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact Sears service center for assistance.

Maintenance & Storage

1.Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Refer to the maintenance and adjustment sections of this manual.

2.Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting machine disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until the auger/impeller come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

3.Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage.

4.Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine.

5.Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are subject to wear and damage. For your safety protection, frequently check all components and replace with original equipment manufacturer’s (OEM) parts only. “Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!”

6.Check clutch controls periodically to verify they engage and disengage properly and adjust, if necessary. Refer to the adjustment section in this operator’s manual for instructions.

7.Maintain/replace safety/instruction labels, as necessary.

8.Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.

9.Prior to storing, run machine a few minutes to clear snow from machine and prevent freeze up of auger/impeller.

10.Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer etc.

11.Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper instructions on off-season storage.

Your Responsibility

Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. The safety labels are shown below for your reference.

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Contents Snow Thrower Table of Contents Warranty InformationSafe Operation Practices TrainingMaintenance & Storage Hardware Pack Assembly Attaching Chute Attaching Chute CrankAttaching Clutch Cables Attaching Shift Rod Attaching Turn TriggersLamp Wiring Final AdjustmentsChute Clean-Out Tool Auger ControlTire Pressure Pneumatic Tires Skid ShoeSkid Shoe Knowing Your Snow Thrower OperationOperating Controls Stopping Snow Thrower Before Starting EngineTo Start Engine Fill OilElectric Starter Cold StartTo Engage Drive To Engage AugersTo Throw Snow Recoil StarterBefore Stopping Operating TipsTo Stop The Snow Thrower General Recommendations MaintenanceLubrication Check V-Belts Engine MaintenanceCheck Friction Wheel Spark Plug Checking Oil LevelChanging Oil Nearby areas may exceed 150o F65oC. Avoid these areasService & Adjustments AdjustmentsService CarburetorAugers Replacing BeltPush Changing Friction Wheel Rubber Drive BeltBetween the friction wheel plate. See Figure Reassemble new friction wheel rubber toCarburetor OFF-SEASON Storage Preparing the EngineTROUBLE-SHOOTING Problem Cause RemedyLabels List & Location 777I20727Repair Parts Key Description Sears Craftsman 9.0 H.P. Snow Thrower Model Sears Craftsman 9.0 H.P. Snow Thrower Model Polo Green Powder Black Sears Craftsman 9.0 H.P. Snow Thrower Model Sears Craftsman 9.0 H.P. Snow Thrower Model Sears Craftsman 9.0 H.P. Snow Thrower ModelPage Key Part Description Qty Recoil Starter Carburetor Garantia DE Información Numero De ModeloPracticas Seguras DE Operacion CapacitaciónPreparación FuncionamientoMantenimiento & Almacenamiento Su responsabilidad20 x Conjunto DE Ferreteria DE Ferreteria16-18 x Ensamblado Fijacion De La Manivela De La Canaleta Fijacion De La CanaletaCanaleta de descarga Pasador Casquillo plástico Manija de La canaleta ManijaSuperior De laFijacion De La Vara De Cambios Fijacion De Los Gatillos De GiroHerramienta de limpieza de la canaleta Cableado de la LámparaAjustes Finales Conociendo a su expulsor de nieve OperacionConozca Su Expulsor De Nieve Detencion Del Expulsor De Nieve Antes de poner en marcha el motorPara Poner En Marcha El Motor Llenado De AceiteEnganche De La Propulsion Como Apagar El MotorManejo De La Limpiadora De Nieve Enganche De Las Espirales Sin Fin Presion De La RuedasConsejos De Operacion Herramienta de limpieza de canale Broche de cabelloMantenimiento Recomendaciones GeneralesLubricacion Eje De EngranajesVerificar Las Correas En Verificar La Rueda De FricciónMantenimiento Del Motor Aceite De MotorCambio De Aceite BujiaService Service & AjustesAjustes Reemplazo De La Correa Plancha Raspadora Y Zapatas DeslizantesCorreas de la espiral sin fin Correa propulsora Nota Sea precavido para evitar apretar el cable de controlCambio De La Goma De La Rueda De Friccion Cubrierta del propulsorCarburador Almacenamiento DE Fuera DE Temporada Preparación del motorPreparación del Expulsor de Nieve Carburador Drenaje del tazónProblema Causas Accion correctora Tabla DE Localizacion DE FallasCanada Sears Parts & Repair Center