Craftsman C950-52677-7 Snow Blower User Manual


 
Snowblower Operation
The most effective use of the snowblower will be es-
tablished by experience, taking into consideration the
terrain, wind conditions and building location which will
determine the diraction of the discharge chute.
NOTE: Do not blow snow towards a building as hid-
den objects could be blown with sufficient force to
cause damage.
1 . Start the engine as described in paragraph To Start
Engine.
ENGINE WILL NOT START
UNLESS IGNITION KEY IS
INSERTED INTO IGNITION
SLOT IN CARBURETOR
COVER. DO NOT TURN
IGNITION KEY.
IGNITION KEY
2. Adjust snow chute deflector.
3. Using crank, position the discharge chute lo
discharge snow with the wind.
4. Select proper speed for snow conditions as outlined
below and set speed select lever to desired position.
NOTE: Always release traction drive clutch lever
before moving speed select lever.
Ground speed is determined by snow conditions. Select
Ihe speed you desire by moving the speed selector into
the appropriate coloured area on the control pane!.
Red - Wel, Heavy, Slushy, Extra Deep
Amber - Moderate
White - Very Light
Green - Transport Only
For additional operating instructions see "OPERATING
TIPS" page 18.
5. Engage auger drive clutch lever (right hand).
IMPORTANT: Be sure front of unit is clear of
bystanders or obstacles before operating.
AUGER DRIVE
CLUTCH LEVER
DISENGAGED
TRACTION DRIVE
CLUTCH LEVER
DISENGAGED
FIGURE 12
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6. Engage traction drive clutch lever (Ieft hand). As the
snowblower starts to move, maintain a firm hold on
the handles and guide the snowblower along the
cutting path. Do not attempt to push the
snowblower.
7. To stop forward motion, release traction drive clutch
lever (Ieft han d).
8. To stop auger, release auger drive clutch lever (right
hand).
9. To move the snowblower backwards, move speed
select lever into first or second reverse and engage
traction drive clutch lever (Ieft hand). To stop,
release traction drive clutch lever.
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DANGER
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Never run engine Indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated
areas. Engine exhausl contains CARBON MONOXIDE, an
ODORLESS and DEAOLY GAS.
Keep hands, leet, hair and loose clothing away trom any
moving parts on engine and snowblower.
WARNING - Temperature of muffler and nearby areas
mayexceed 150°F. Avoid these areas.
DO NOT allo w children or young teenagers to operate or
be near snowblower while it is operating.
ADANGERA
Do not attempt to remove any item that may become
lodged in auger without taking the following precautions:
1. Release auger and drive clutch levers.
2. Move throttle lever lo STOP position.
3. Remove ignition key.
4. Disconnect spark plug wire.
5. Do not piace your hands in the auger or discharge
chute. Use a pry bar.
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