Craftsman 22-INCH 4-CYCLE SNOW THROWER 247.885550 Operator's Manual

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11Operation7. As the engine warms, slowly rotate (left) the choke control to theOFF position. If the engine falters, quickly rotate the choke controlback to the FULL position and then slowly into the OFFposition again.NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes after starting.The engine will not develop full power until it reaches operatingtemperatures.Before Stopping1. Run engine for a few minutes to help dry off any moisture on engine.2. To avoid possible freeze-up of the starter, follow these steps:recoil Startera. With the engine running, pull the starter rope with a rapid,continuous full arm stroke three or four times.To Stop The Snow Thrower1. To stop the wheels, release the drive control.2. To stop throwing snow, release the auger control.3. To stop engine, push throttle control lever to OFF STOP and pull outthe key. Do not turn key.WarningThe temperature of muffler and the surrounding areas may exceed150º F. Avoid these areas.clearing The SnowCAUTION: Check the area to be cleared for foreign objects. Removeforeign objects, if any.1. Start the engine following starting instructions.2. Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes as the engine willnot develop full power until it reaches operating temperature.3. Rotate the chute assembly to the desired direction, away frombystanders and/or buildings.4. Making certain no bystanders or obstacles are in front of the unit,squeeze the auger control completely against the upper handle tofully engage the augers.5. While the auger control is engaged, squeeze the drive controlcompletely against the upper handle to engage the wheels. Do not“feather” the drive control.6. As the snow thrower starts to move, maintain a firm hold on thehandle, and guide the snow thrower along the path to be cleared.7. Release the auger and drive controls to stop the snow throwingaction and forward motion.NOTE: Your unit is equipped with a clutch in the transmission. If thewheels stop turning while trying to discharge large volumes of snow,immediately disengage the drive control and allow the rotating augersto discharge snow from the housing. Reduce the clearing width andcontinue operation.8. On each succeeding pass, readjust the chute assembly to thedesired position and slightly overlap the previously cleared path.Positioning Discharge chuteLoosen the chute knob and pivot upper chute to desired position. Tightenthe chute knob making sure the carriage bolt is correctly positioned.Rotate chute handle to desired operating position.WarningDo not lift the snow thrower at any time by the chute handle.operating Tips1. For most efficient snow removal, remove snow immediately after it falls.2. Discharge snow downwind whenever possible. Slightly overlapeach previous path.3. Set the skid shoes 1/4” below the shave plate for normal usage.The skid shoes may be adjusted upward for hard-packed snow.NOTE: It is not recommended that you operate this snow thrower ongravel as loose gravel can be easily picked up and thrown by the augercausing personal injury and/or damage to the snow thrower.4. If for some reason, you have to operate the snow thrower on gravel,keep the skid shoe in the highest position for maximum clearancebetween the ground and the shave plate.5. Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.cleaning The chute assemblyThe clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the auger housing with amounting clip.When snow and ice collect in the chute assembly during operation,use this tool to safely clean the chute and chute opening. Follow thesteps below to operate it.WarningStop engine by moving throttle lever to stop STOP position and wait forall moving parts to stop before using the clean-out tool.1. Release both auger and drive controls.2. Stop the engine by moving throttle lever to stop STOP position.3. Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures it to the rearof the auger housing.4. Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to dislodge andscoop any snow and ice which has formed in and near the chuteassembly.WarningNever use your hands to clean snow and ice from the chute assemblyor auger housing.5. Re-fasten the clean-out tool, with the handle on the right side of thehousing, to the mounting clip on the auger housing. You can startoperating your snow thrower now.