Craftsman 247.88664 owner manual Operating Controls, To Stop Engine

Operating Controls

Be familiar with all the controls and their proper operation. See Figure 6 and follow descriptions given below. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.

Chute ( Traction Control

Shift Leve_ ger Control

Gas Fill

Chute Directional

Discharge	,.--Control
Chute

Auger

Plate *_Skid Shoe

Figure 6

Shift Lever

The shift lever is located below the handle panel and should be used to determine ground speed. There are five forward and two reverse speeds on this unit--position one (1) is the slowest and position five (5) is the fastest; among reverse speeds, R2 is faster.

Auger Control

The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the auger control grip to engage the augers. Release to stop the augers.

Traction Control

The traction control is located on the right handle. Squeeze the traction control grip to engage the wheel drive. Release to stop.

Chute Directional Control

The chute directional control is located on left side of

the snow thrower. To change the direction in which snow is thrown, turn chute directional control as follows:

Throttle Control

The throtttecontrol is located on the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine.

Ignition Key

The ignition key must be inserted in the switch to start the unit. Remove the ignition key when snow thrower is not in use. Do not turn ignition key.

Chute Clean-Out Tool

The chute clean-out tool is designed to clear a clogged discharge chute. Refer to page 10 for instructions on how to properly use it.

			your
,_	WARNING:		Never use	hand to clear a
	clogged	discharge chute. Shut		off engine and
	remain	behind	handles until all moving parts
	have stopped		before unclogging.

To Stop Engine

Crank clockwise to discharge to the left.

Crank counterclockwise to discharge to the right.

Move throttle control to "stop" or "off" position; remove ignition key and disconnect spark plug.