Craftsman 247.88845 Snow Blower User Manual


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5
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation •
regularly.Refertothemaintenanceandadjustmentsectionsof
this manual.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting machine disengage all •
controlleversandstoptheengine.Waituntiltheauger/impeller
come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals •
to keep the machine in safe working condition. Also, visually
inspect machine for any damage.
Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed the •
engine.Thegovernorcontrolsthemaximumsafeoperatingspeed
of the engine.
Snowthrowershaveplatesandskidshoesaresubjecttowear•
and damage. For your safety protection, frequently check all
components and replace with original equipment manufacturer’s
(OEM)partsonly.“Useofpartswhichdonotmeettheoriginal
equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and
compromisesafety!”
Check control levers periodically to verify they engage and disen-•
gageproperlyandadjust,ifnecessary.Refertotheadjustment
section in this operator’s manual for instructions.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.•
Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to •
protect the environment.
Prior to storing, run machine a few minutes to clear snow from •
machineandpreventfreezeupofauger/impeller.
Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an •
open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace,
clothes dryer etc.
Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper instructions on •
off-season storage.
Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or •
leaks. Replace if necessary.
Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.•
AccordingtotheConsumerProductsSafetyCommission(CPSC)•
andtheU.S.EnvironmentalProtectionAgency(EPA),thisproduct
has an Average Useful Lifeofseven(7)years,or60hoursof
operation. At the end of the Average Useful Life have the machine
inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that
all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not
wornexcessively.Failuretodosocanresultinaccidents,injuries
or death.
DO NOT MODIFY ENGINE
Toavoidseriousinjuryordeath,donotmodifyengineinanyway.
Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and
cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory setting
of engine governor.
NOTICE REGARDING EMISSIONS
Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal
EPAemissionregulationsforSORE(SmallOffRoadEquipment)are
certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include
thefollowingemissioncontrolsystems:EngineModification(EM),
OxidizingCatalyst(OC),SecondaryAirInjection(SAI)andThreeWay
Catalyst(TWC)ifsoequipped.
SPARK ARRESTOR
Ifasparkarresterisused,itshouldbemaintainedineffectiveworking
orderbytheoperator.IntheStateofCaliforniatheaboveisrequired
bylaw(Section4442oftheCaliforniaPublicResourcesCode).Other
states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.
A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears
Parts and Repair Service Center.
WARNING
This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-coveredorgrass-coveredlandunlesstheengine’sexhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or
statelaws(ifany)
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