Craftsman 247.886640 Manual Del Propietário página 10

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.
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.
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.
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 lock lever.
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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