Craftsman 247.795950 manual To Startengine, To Stop Engine, Choke

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the unit runs out of gas as it is shredding or chipping, it may be necessary to unclog the unit before it can be

restarted. Refer to "Removing the Flail Sc'een" in SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT section.

WARNING: EXPERIENCE INDICATES THA1 ALCO- HOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOI-OL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN AITRACT 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 S_STEM SHOULD BE EMPTIED OR TREATED WITH FUEL STABILIZER BEFORE STORAGE FOR 3( DAYS OR LONGER. USE FRESH FUEL NEXT SE!ASON.

SEE "STORAGE" SECTION FOR ADDIIlONAL

INFORMATION.

NEVER USE ENGINE OR CARBURETOR (;LEAN-

ER PRODUCTS IN THE FUEL TANK OR PERMA- NENT DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.

 

Spark

I_lug,

 

Wire and Boot

Fuel

Under

(;over)

Muffler

Oil

Fill

Di _stick

Handle

FIGURE 13.

TO STARTENGINE

&THAN THE OPERATOR IS STANDING NEAR THE CHIPPER-SHREDDER WHILE

STARTING OR OPERATING. D() NOT OPERATE THIS CHIPPER-SHREDDER UNLESS THE CHUTE DEFLECTO:I HAS BEEN PROPERLY INSTALLED ._ND IS SECURED WITH THE HAND KNOB.€;.

•Open cover (on top of fuel tank) and attach spark plug wire and rubber boot to spark plug if neces- sary. Replace cover. See figure 13.

•Open fuel shut-off valve by turning in dire(:tion of

arrow. See figure 14.WARNING: BE SURE NO ONE OTHER

•Place the throttle control lever in FAST position. See figure 14.

NOTE: If the throttle control lever fails to stay in the desired position or if it is hard to move, refer to the service and adjustment section.

•Move choke lever to CHOKE position.

•Place the engine shut-off switch in ON position. See figure 14.

•Grasp starter handle (see figure 13) and pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compres- sion cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point). Let the rope rewind slowly.

NOTE: A noise will be heard when finding the start of the compression cycle. This noise is caused by the flails and fingers which are part of the shredding mech- anism falling into place, and should be expected. In addition, the flails and fingers will be noisy after the engine is started, until the impeller reaches full speed.

•Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on start handle. Let rope rewind

slowly. Do not let starter handle snap back against starter.

NOTE: To prevent the unit from sliding, place your foot against the tire.

•Repeat preceding two instructions until engine fires. When engine starts, move choke lever on

engine halfway between CHOKE and RUN.

NOTE: If engine does not fire after three attempts, move choke lever halfway between CHOKE and RUN )osition and try a ain. See figure 14.

On

 

oO;,on

Fuel Shut-Off

Throttle Engine Shut-Off

Valve

Switch

(_hoke' _hoke Run

J Ixl Position_l f I

CHOKE

FIGURE 14.

TO STOP ENGINE

•Move throttle control lever to SLOW position.

•Move engine shut-off switch to OFF position. See figure 14.

•Disconnect spark plug wire and move away from spark plug to prevent accidental starting while equipment is unattended.

•Close fuel shut-off valve when equipment is not in use to prevent fuel leakage.

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Contents Crrftsmrn 770-8473HFety Rules PreparationMaintenance Agreement WarrantyProduct Specifications Full ONE Year Warrantyon Craftsmangas CHIPPER-SHREDDERAccessories TABI.E ContentsIndex Flat --/1 Washer 16 I.D Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18 Thread Assembly InstructionsTools Requiredfor Assembly Hex Bolt 16-18 x 8-3/8 LongHOWTOSET-UPYOURCHIPPER-SHREDDER Attachingthe Upper Guide AssemblyAttaching the Hopper Assembly Attaching the Catcher BAGOperation Meets Ansi Safety StandardsEngine SHUT-OFF SWITCHmUsed to stop Know Your CHIPPER-SHREDDERHOWTOUSEYOURCHIPPER-SHREDDER MUM Into the Hopper ASSEMBLY. Material UP to a Maximum of 3Tostopengine Could ResultOIL Notper INCHUTEUSE. Door is Closed WhenGAS To Stop Engine To StartengineChoke Generalrecommendations Customer ResponsibilitiesEngine CHIPPER-SHREDDERFuel Filter AIR CleanerClean Engine Fler Area to Remove ALL Grass Dirt and Combustible DebrisStorage Service & AdjustmentRemoving the Flail Screen Chipper Blades Sharpeningor Replacingthe BladesShredding Blade Tires ThrottleadjustmentCarburetoradjustment FlailsHOW to ORDI-R Replacement Parts Trouble ShootingPart Number Part Description Sears Craftsman 5 H.P. CHIPPER-SHREDDER Model no Sears Craftsman 5 H.P. Chipp ER-SHREDDER Model no Requires Special Tools Assemblies include all parts shown in frames. JRepair Parts Assemblies include all parts shown in frames111 118 *493765134 137 535429 Carburetor Overhaul KIT Gasket SETCarburetor Gasket SET Irrftsmrn Mijlching and Bagging

247.795950 specifications

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