Craftsman 247.88664 To Engage Augers, Before Stopping, To Engage Drive, Operating Tips

Frozen Recoil Starter

If the starter is frozen and wilt not turn the engine, proceed as follows:

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

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

3.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.

4.Avoid freezing of the recoil starter by following instructions below.

2.Squeeze the auger control grip and the augers will turn. Release it and the augers wilt stop.

3.Squeeze traction control grip and the snow thrower will move. Release it and drive motion will stop.

4.NEVER move shift lever without releasing drive clutch.

To Engage Augers

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

Before Stopping

1.Run engine for a few minutes to help dry off any moisture on engine.

2.Avoid freezing of the starter by following these steps before stopping the snow thrower:

Recoil Starter

a.With the engine running, pull the starter rope with a rapid, continuous full arm stroke three or four times.

Electric Starter

a.Connect power cord to switch box, then to 120 Volt AC receptacle.

b.While engine is running, push starter button and spin the starter for several seconds.

c.Disconnect power cord from the receptacle first, then from the snow thrower.

NOTE: The unusual sound from pulling the starter rope in the case of the recoil starter, or from spinning the starter in the case of the electric starter, will not harm the engine.

To Stop Engine

1.Move throttle control to "stop" or "off'position.

2.Remove the ignition key. Do not turn key.

3.Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting while equipment is unattended.

NOTE: Do not lose ignition key. Keep it in a safe place. Engine will not start without the ignition key.

4.Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in the area of the control levers. Also, move control levers back and forth several times.

To Engage Drive

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

Operating Tips

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

_ WARNING: Muffler, engine and surrounding

areas become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

For most efficient snow removal, remove snow immediately after it falls.

Discharge snow downwind whenever possible. Slightly overlap each previous swath.

Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the scraper bar for normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward when using on gravel or crushed rock.

Be certain to follow the precautions listed under "To Stop Engine" to prevent possible freeze-up.

Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.

Tire Chains (ifequipped)

Tire chains, if equipped, should be used whenever extra traction is needed.

Chute Clean-Out Tool

The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the auger housing with a mounting clip. Never use your hand to clean a clogged chute.

1.Release both the auger control lever and the traction/auger control locklever.

2.Stop the engine by removing the ignition key.

3.Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures it to the rear of the auger housing. See Figure 6.

4.Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to remove any snow and ice in the discharge chute.

5.Re-fasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on the rear of the auger housing and restart engine.

6.While standing in the operator's position (behind the snow thrower), engage the auger clutch lever for a few seconds to clear any remaining snow or ice from the discharge chute before continuing to clear snow.

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