Operating Controls - Craftsman 247.887000 Manual Del Propietário

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Operating Controls
(See Figure 6 .)
Auger Control Bail
Gas Tank_
Cap
Discharge
Chute
Handle
Upper Handle
Drive Control Bail
Oil FiB/
Muffler Dilpstick
Spark |
I Plug
carpi, ;
Fuel Fill
CI °
Shave
Plate
Chute Clean-Out Tool lg
Key
Skid Shoe Oil
Recoil
Starter
Throttle Control
Figure 6
Drive Control Bail
Locatedon theunderside ofthe upperhandle, the drive
controlbail is usedto engage/disengagewheels.Squeeze
the drive control bail against the upper handle to engage the
wheels; release to disengage.
Auger Control Bail
The auger control bail is adjacent to the upper handle.
Squeeze this bail against the handle to engage the
augers; release to disengage the augers.
Chute Knob
The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by raising
the upper chute for greater distance, or lowering itfor
less distance. Loosen the chute knob on the side of the
discharge chute to adjust. Pivot the chute to desired
position, and retighten the chute knob.
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates
the speed of the engine.
i_i WARNING: Never make adjustments to the
discharge chute unless both auger and ddve control
bails are disengaged and you are standing beside
the equipment.
Chute Handle
The direction of snow throwing corresponds to the
direction of the chute opening. Use the chute handle to
turn the chute assembly in the right direction.
Ignition Key
Insert ignition key into the ignition switch for the unit to
start. Remove the ignition key when the snow thrower is
not in use. Do riot turn the key to start/stop the unit.
Skid Shoe
The space between the shave plate and the ground can
be adjusted. For close snow removal, place skid shoes
in the low position. Use middle or high position when
area to be cleared is uneven.