Craftsman 247.88854 owner manual Operating Snow Thrower, To Throw Snow

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•When the engine starts, release the starter button and slowly rotate the choke to OFF position. If the engine falters, rotate the choke to FULL and then gradually to OFF.

•Disconnect the power cord from the receptacle first and then from the switch box on the engine.

•Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes because the engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature.

•Operate the engine at full throttle (FAST) when throwing snow.

Warm Start

•If restarting a warm engine after a shut down, rotate choke to OFF instead of FULL and press the starter button.

B. Recoil Starter

Make sure that the engine has sufficient oil and the auger drive and the traction drive levers are released.

•Attach spark plug wire to spark plug.

•Move throttle control to FAST position.

•Push key into the ignition slot so that it snaps into place. Do not turn key. Remove plastic bag and keep the second key in a safe place.

•Rotate choke control to FULL choke position.

•Push the primer button while covering the vent hole. Remove your finger from the primer between primes. Do not prime if temperature is above

50o F; prime two times between 50o F and 15o F; and prime four times below 15o F.

•Pull the starter handle rapidly. Do not allow the handle to snap back, but allow it to rewind slowly while keeping a firm hold on the starter handle.

•As the engine warms up and begins to operate evenly, rotate the choke knob slowly to OFF position. If the engine falters, return to FULL choke, then slowly move to OFF choke position.

•Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes because the engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature. Operate engine at full throttle (FAST) when throwing snow.

Warm Start

•If restarting a warm engine after a temporary shut down, rotate choke to OFF instead of FULL and do not prime. Press the starter button.

Frozen Recoil Starter

•Pull as much rope out of the starter as possible.

•Release the starter handle and let it snap back against the starter.

•If the engine still fails to start, repeat the first two steps. If continued attempts do not free starter, follow the electric starter procedures to start.

•Avoid possible freezing of recoil starter and the engine controls.

Operating Snow Thrower

To Engage Drive

•With the engine running near top speed, move shift lever to one of six FORWARD positions or two REVERSE positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions that exist. Use slower speeds until you are familiar with the operation of the snow thrower.

•Squeeze the traction drive clutch grip against the right handle and the snow thrower will move. Release it and the drive motion will stop.

To Engage Augers

•To engage the augers and start throwing snow, squeeze the left hand auger clutch grip against the left handle. Release to stop augers.

•While the auger control is engaged, squeeze the traction drive control to move, release to stop. Do not shift speeds while the drive is engaged.

NOTE: This same lever also locks the auger control so you can turn the chute crank without interrupting the snow throwing process.

•Release the auger control; the interlock mechanism should keep the auger control engaged until the traction drive control is released.

•Release the traction drive control to stop both the augers and the wheel drive.

WARNING: To stop the auger, both levers must be released.

To Throw Snow

CAUTION: Check the area to be cleared for foreign objects. Remove, if any.

•Start the engine following Starting instructions.

•Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction, away from bystanders and/or buildings. Move the chute distance control forward or backward to adjust the distance the snow is to be thrown.

•Select the speed according to snow condition.

CAUTION: Never move the shift lever without first releasing the drive clutch.

•Engage the auger control and traction drive control levers following instructions above.

•The interlock feature will allow you to remove your left hand from the auger control lever.

•When clearing the first pass through the snow, control the traction speed of the snow thrower according to the depth and condition of snow.

•To turn the unit left, squeeze left trigger; to turn right, squeeze right trigger.

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Contents Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A 247.888540Warranty Information Table of ContentsTraining Safe Operation PracticesMaintenance and Storage Hardware Pack Loose Parts AssemblyAttaching Handle Assembly Removing From CartonAttaching Chute Handle TabChute Hex Hex Bolt Flange Nut Keeper On the left side of the handle panel, place Attaching Chute CrankOuter side Fitting Slot Hex Jam Nut Flats Ferrule Barrel Attaching Clutch CablesAttaching Shift Rod Cable GuideAttaching Turn Triggers Lamp WiringSkid Shoe Final AdjustmentsAuger Control Traction Drive Clutch and Shift Lever Meets Ansi Safety Standards Operation Knowing Your Snow Thrower Operating Controls Stopping Snow ThrowerBefore Starting Engine Cold Start To Start EngineStarting Instructions At a Glance Electric StarterTo Throw Snow Operating Snow ThrowerBefore Stopping To Stop The Snow ThrowerOperating Tips Customer Responsibilities MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations LubricationEngine Maintenance Check V-beltsCheck Friction Wheel Spark Plug Viscosity ChartChecking Oil Level Changing OilAdjustments Service & AdjustmentsShave Plate and Skid Shoes ServiceCarburetor AugersFrame Assembly Auger Housing Chute Hairpin Clip CrankHex Nut Lock Washer Drive Cover Drive BeltChanging Friction Wheel Rubber Friction Wheel Idler Pulley Location Drive Belt DiscShift Arm Assembly Sprocket Spacer Pin Friction Wheel CarburetorSprocket Spacer Hex Shaft Hex Hub Carburetor Bowl Drain OFF-SEASON StoragePreparing Engine Preparing Snow ThrowerTrouble Possible Causes Corrective Action TROUBLE-SHOOTINGSnow Thrower Safety and Decorative Labels Map Repair Parts Sears Craftsman 9.0 H.P. Snow Thrower Model 23358 Sears Craftsman 9.0 H.P. Snow Thrower Model 19 40 72 57 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 298 130B 301 396 340 300 264A 400 310 Key Part Description Qty Recoil Starter Carburetor Garantia DE Información Especificaciones Del ProductoNumero De Modelo Entrenamiento Practicas Seguras DE OperacionMantenimiento Y Almacenamiento Piezas de Repuesto Conjunto DE Ferreteria DE FerreteriaHerramientas Requeridas EnsambladoExtraccion De La Unidad De La Caja Piezas SueltasFijacion De La Manivela De La Canaleta Fijacion De La CanaletaArandela plana Soporte de la manija Inferior de la canaleta Perno del carro, contratuerca hexagonalFijacion De Los Cables Del Embrague Fijacion De La Vara De CambiosCableado de la Lámpara Fijacion De Los Gatillos De GiroAjuste del Control de la Hélice Ajustes FinalesPresion De La Ruedas Ajuste de la Zapata DeslizantePalanca De Cambios OperacionConozca Su Expulsor De Nieve Figura Arranque Del Motor Detencion Del Expulsor De NieveLlenado De Gasolina Y Aceite Arrancador EléctricoComo Apagar El Motor Para Enganchar El PropulsorEnganche De La Propulsion Instrucciones Abreviadas de Arranque Consejos De OperacionManejo De La Limpiadora De Nieve Enganche De Las Espirales Sin FinMantenimiento Recomendaciones GeneralesLubricación Inspección de la rueda de fricción Inspección de las correas enCambio de aceite Mantenimiento del MotorAceite De Motor Tabla de la ViscosidadAjustes Service & AjustesCorreas de la espiral sin fin ServiceHelices Reemplazo De La CorreaNota Sea precavido para evitar apretar el cable de control Plancha Correa propulsoraPinon Separador Eje Hexagonal Cubo hexagonal del pinon Almacenamiento DE Fuera DE Temporada Preparación del motorPreparación del Expulsor de Nieve Tabla DE Localizacion DE Fallas Problema Causas posible Accion correctoraPara pedir servicio de reparación a domicillio U.S.A. or Canada For in-home major brand repair serviceFor the repair or replacement parts you need To purchase or inquire about a Sears Maintenance Agreement
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