Craftsman 247.8897 Snow Blower User Manual


 
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY STATEMENT
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER
Warranty Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2
Safe Operation Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 3-6
Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 8-11
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 12-15
Service &Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pages 16-23
Off-Season Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 24
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 25
Parts List .........................Pages 26-34
Repair Protection Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 38
Español .............................Page 39
Engine Oil Type: 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity: 20 ounces
Fuel Capacity: 2.3 Quarts
Spark Plug: Torch F6RTC (F6TC)
Spark Plug Gap: .020” to .030”
Model Number .................................................................
Serial Number .................................................................
Date of Purchase .............................................................
Record the model number, serial number
and date of purchase above
© Sears Brands, LLC
CRAFTSMAN LIMITED WARRANTY
Two Years on Snow Thrower
When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this snow thrower fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within
two years from the date or purchase, return it to any authorized Craftsman drop-off location for free repair. For the nearest authorized location,
call 1-800-4MYHOME.
This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this snow thrower is ever used for commercial or rental purposes.
This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:
Expendable items that become worn during normal use, including but not limited to skid shoes, shave plate, shear pins, spark plug, air •
cleaner, belts, and oil filter.
Standard maintenance servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups.•
Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass. •
Tire or wheel replacement or repair resulting from normal wear, accident, or improper operation or maintenance.•
Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to damage caused by impacting objects that bend the frame or •
crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.
Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, electrical and mechanical damage caused by improper •
storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained
in the operator’s manual.
Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contaminated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used •
within 30 days of its purchase date.
Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.•
This warranty applies only while this product is used in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179