Craftsman 247.88854 owner manual OFF-SEASON Storage, Preparing Engine, Preparing Snow Thrower

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OFF-SEASON STORAGE

If the snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or longer, or at the end of the snow season when the last possibility of snow is gone, the equipment needs to be stored properly. Follow storage instructions below to ensure top performance from the snow thrower for many more years.

Preparing Engine

WARNING: Never store snow thrower with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or gas appliance.

It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts of the engine such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage.

Also experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer. Follow these instructions to prepare your snow thrower for storage:

•Remove all gasoline from the carburetor and the fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and harming the engine.

Carburetor

Bowl

Drain

Figure 36

WARNING: Drain fuel into approved container outdoors, away from any open flame. Be certain engine is cool. Do not smoke.

Fuel left in engine during warm weather deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems.

•Run the engine until the fuel tank is empty and it stops due to lack of fuel.

•Drain carburetor by pressing upward on bowl drain, located below the carburetor cover. See Figure 36.

WARNING: Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. Never use engine or carburetor cleaning products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL) is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the carburetor. Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

•Remove the spark plug and pour one (1) ounce of engine oil through the spark plug hole into the cylinder. Cover spark plug hole with a rag and crank the engine several times to distribute the oil. Replace spark plug.

Preparing Snow Thrower

•When storing the snow thrower in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains, springs, bearings and cables.

•Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and equipment.

•We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit. They may cause damage to electric components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability.

•Follow lubrication recommendations on page 17.

•Store in a clean, dry area.

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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 Attaching Handle Assembly AssemblyRemoving From Carton Loose PartsHandle Tab Attaching ChuteChute Hex Hex Bolt Flange Nut Keeper On the left side of the handle panel, place Attaching Chute CrankAttaching Shift Rod Attaching Clutch CablesCable Guide Outer side Fitting Slot Hex Jam Nut Flats Ferrule BarrelAttaching Turn Triggers Lamp WiringAuger Control Final AdjustmentsTraction Drive Clutch and Shift Lever Skid ShoeOperation Meets Ansi Safety StandardsKnowing Your Snow Thrower Stopping Snow Thrower Operating ControlsBefore Starting Engine Starting Instructions At a Glance To Start EngineElectric Starter Cold StartTo Throw Snow Operating Snow ThrowerTo Stop The Snow Thrower Before StoppingOperating Tips General Recommendations MaintenanceLubrication Customer ResponsibilitiesCheck V-belts Engine MaintenanceCheck Friction Wheel Checking Oil Level Viscosity ChartChanging Oil Spark PlugAdjustments Service & AdjustmentsCarburetor ServiceAugers Shave Plate and Skid ShoesChute Hairpin Clip Crank Frame Assembly Auger HousingHex Nut Lock Washer Changing Friction Wheel Rubber Drive BeltFriction Wheel Idler Pulley Location Drive Belt Disc Drive CoverCarburetor Shift Arm Assembly Sprocket Spacer Pin Friction WheelSprocket Spacer Hex Shaft Hex Hub Preparing Engine OFF-SEASON StoragePreparing Snow Thrower Carburetor Bowl DrainTrouble 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 Especificaciones Del Producto Garantia DE InformaciónNumero De Modelo Entrenamiento Practicas Seguras DE OperacionMantenimiento Y Almacenamiento Piezas de Repuesto Conjunto DE Ferreteria DE FerreteriaExtraccion De La Unidad De La Caja EnsambladoPiezas Sueltas Herramientas RequeridasFijacion 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 GiroPresion De La Ruedas Ajustes FinalesAjuste de la Zapata Deslizante Ajuste del Control de la HéliceOperacion Palanca De CambiosConozca Su Expulsor De Nieve Figura Llenado De Gasolina Y Aceite Detencion Del Expulsor De NieveArrancador Eléctrico Arranque Del MotorPara Enganchar El Propulsor Como Apagar El MotorEnganche De La Propulsion Manejo De La Limpiadora De Nieve Consejos De OperacionEnganche De Las Espirales Sin Fin Instrucciones Abreviadas de ArranqueRecomendaciones Generales MantenimientoLubricación Inspección de la rueda de fricción Inspección de las correas enAceite De Motor Mantenimiento del MotorTabla de la Viscosidad Cambio de aceiteAjustes Service & AjustesHelices ServiceReemplazo De La Correa Correas de la espiral sin finNota Sea precavido para evitar apretar el cable de control Plancha Correa propulsoraPinon Separador Eje Hexagonal Cubo hexagonal del pinon Preparación del motor Almacenamiento DE Fuera DE TemporadaPreparación del Expulsor de Nieve Tabla DE Localizacion DE Fallas Problema Causas posible Accion correctoraFor the repair or replacement parts you need U.S.A. or Canada For in-home major brand repair serviceTo purchase or inquire about a Sears Maintenance Agreement Para pedir servicio de reparación a domicillio
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