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Operator’s Manual
®
24” SNOW THROWER
Model No. 247.883550
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
CAUTION: Before using
• ESPAÑOL
this product, read this
manual and follow all
safety rules and operating
instructions.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.
Visit our website: www.craftsman.com
FORM NO. 769-01888D
7/19/2007
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Statement .................... Page 2 Service &Maintenance ..............Pages 16-23 Repair Protection Agreement ............. Page 3 Off-Season Storage ................... Page 24 Safe Operation Practices ..............Pages 4-5 Troubleshooting ...................... Page 25 Safety Labels ......................... Page 7 Parts List .........................Pages 26-35 Assembly .........................Pages 8-11 Español ............................. Page 38 Operation
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REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENT Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman® Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement now and protect yourself product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable opera- from unexpected hassle and expense. tion. But like all products, it may require repair from time to time. That’s Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it when having a Repair Protection Agreement can save you money and takes for you to schedule se
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for This symbol points out important safety instructions safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, which, if not followed, could endanger the personal carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and and follow all instructions in
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION MAINTENANCE & STORAGE • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/impeller • N ever tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation housing or chute assembly. Contact with the rotating parts can amputate regularly. Refer to the maintenance and adjustment sections of this hands and feet. manual. • The auger/impeller control lever is a safety device. Never bypass its • B efore cleaning, repairing, or inspecting machine disengage all control
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SAFETY LABELS DANGER DANGER 1.KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING IMPELLER AND AUGER. CONTACT WITH IMPELLER OR AUGER CAN AMPUTATE HANDS AND FEET. USE CLEAN-OUT TOOL TO UNCLOG 2. DISCHARGE CHUTE. DISENGAGE CLUTCH LEVERS, STOP ENGINE , 3. AND REMAIN BEHIND HANDLES UNTIL ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE STOPPED BEFORE UNCLOGGING OR SERVICING MACHINE. TO AVOID THROWN OBJECTS INJURIES, 4. NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE AT BYSTANDERS. USE EXTRA CAUTION WHEN OPERATING ON AVOID INJURY FROM GRAVEL SURFACES. ROTATING AUGER -
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: References to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position (standing directly behind the snow thrower, facing the handle panel). REMOVING FROM CARTON 1. Cut the corners of the carton and lay the sides flat on the ground. Remove and discard all packing inserts. 2. Move the snow thrower out of the carton. 3. Make certain the carton has been completely emptied before discarding it. LOOSE PARTS Two replacement auger shear pi
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ASSEMBLY 3. Position the chute assembly over the base. See Figure 3. 4. Close the flange keepers to secure the chute assembly to the chute base. See Figure 4. The flange keepers will click into place when properly secure. NOTE: If the flange keepers will not easily click into place, use the palm of your hand to apply swift, firm pressure to the back of each. 5. a. Remove the flat washer and hairpin clip from the end of the chute directional control. b
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ASSEMBLY SET-UP Chute Clean-Out Tool A chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the auger housing with a mounting clip. See Figure 6. The tool is designed to clear a chute assembly of ice and snow. This item is fastened with a cable tie at the factory. Cut the cable tie before operating the snow thrower. Chute Clean-out Tool WARNING Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before using the cle
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ASSEMBLY Chute Assembly The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by changing the angle of the chute assembly. To do so: 1. Stop the engine by removing the ignition key and loosen the plastic wing knob found on the left side of the chute assembly. 2. Pivot the chute upward or downward before retightening the wing knob. See Figure 8. Auger Control WARNING Prior to operating your snow thrower, carefully read and follow all instructions below. Perform all adjustments to verify your snow thr
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OPERATION Drive Control Auger Control Electric Start Button Chute Assembly Gas Cap Shift Lever Chute Directional Control Oil Fill Engine Controls Clean-Out Tool Recoil Starter Handle Electric Starter Outlet Primer Ignition Key Choke Control Augers Throttle Skid Shoe Control Figure 10 Now that you have setup your snow thrower, it’s important to become IGNITION KEY acquainted with its controls and features. Refer to Figure 10. The ignition key is a safety device. It must be fully inserted in
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OPERATION THROTTLE CONTROL DRIVE CONTROL/ AUGER CONTROL LOCK The throttle control is located on the rear of the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine and will shut off the DRIVE engine when moved into the STOP position. CONTROL RECOIL STARTER HANDLE This handle is used to manually start the engine. ELECTRIC STARTER BUTTON Pressing the electric starter button engages the engine’s GO electric starter when plugged into a 120V power source. ELECTRIC STARTER OUTLET Requires the use of a th
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OPERATION NOTE: A plastic dust cap may be found inside the fuel fill opening. CLEAN-OUT TOOL Remove and discard, if present. WARNING • Always fill the fuel tank outdoors and use a funnel or spout to Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut off prevent spilling. engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped • Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline. before using the clean-out tool to clear the chute assembly. • Never fill the fuel tank co
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OPERATION 5. Once the engine starts, release starter button. NOTE: When selecting a Drive Speed, use the slower speeds until you are comfortable and familiar with the operation of the snow 6. As the engine warms, slowly rotate choke control to the OFF thrower. position. If the engine falters, quickly rotate choke control back to FULL then slowly into the OFF position again. 2. Squeeze the drive control against the handle and the snow 7. When discon
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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE WARNING Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all controls and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. FULL Checking Engine Oil 1. B e sure engine is upright and level. Maintain oil level 2. Unscrew oil fill cap from oil filler tube and wipe dipstick clean. between FULL and ADD 3. Screw oil fill cap back into oil filler tube. Tighten securely. 4. Unscrew and remove oil fill cap from oil filler tube. Not
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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Checking Spark Plug 2 3 Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours 1. Clean area around spark plug. 2. Remove and inspect spark plug. 3. Replace spark plug if porcelain is cracked or if electrodes are pitted, burned or fouled with deposits 4. Check electrode gap with a feeler gauge and set gap to .030 (0.76mm) if necessary. See Figure 14. 1 5. Reinstall spark plug and tighten securely. NOTE: A resistor spark plug must be used for replacement. Contact a 1. .03
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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE SHAVE PLATE AND SKID SHOES The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear. They should be checked periodically and replaced when necessary. To remove skid shoes: 1. Remove the four carriage bolts and hex flange nuts which secure them to the snow thrower. 2. Reassemble new skid shoes with the four carriage bolts (two on each side) and hex flange nuts. Refer to Figure 17. To remove shave plate: 1. Remove the carriage bolts and hex
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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Chute Bracket If the spiral at the bottom of the chute directional control is not fully engaging with the chute assembly, the chute bracket can be adjusted. To do so: 1. Loosen the two nuts which secure the chute bracket and reposi- tion it slightly. See Figure 19. 2. Retighten the nuts. Auger Control Refer to the Assembly section for instructions on adjusting the auger control cable. Skid Shoes Refer to the Assembly section for instructions on adjusting the skid sho
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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 5. Remove the frame cover from the underside of the snow thrower by removing four self-tapping screws which secure it. See Figure 22. 6. Remove the belt as follows. Refer to Figure 23. a. Loosen and remove the shoulder screw which acts as a belt keeper. b. Unhook the support bracket spring from the frame. 7. Remove the belt from around the auger pulley, and slip the belt between the support bracket and the auger pulley. See Figure 24. 8
