Craftsman C950-52930-0 Snow Blower User Manual


 
OPERATION
The operation of any snow blower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes,which can
result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before beginning snow blower
Operation. We recommend standard safety glasses or Wide Vision Safety Mask for over spectacles.
SNOW BLOWER OPERATION
The most effective use of the snow blower will be established
by experience, taking into consideration the terrain, wind
conditions and building location which will determine the
direction of the discharge chute.
NOTE: Do not blow snow towards a building as hidden
objects could be blown with sufficient force to cause
damage.
1. Start the engine as described in section "To Start Engine"
(see Figure 16).
Adjust snow chute deflector. Push the remote chute le-
ver forward to discharge snow high and far, pull remote
chute deflector back to discharge snow down. (see
Figure 15).
2.
3. Using crank, position the discharge chute to discharge
snow with the wind.
4. Select proper speed for snow conditions as outlined be-
low 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
the speed you desire by moving the speed selector into
the appropriate colored area on the control panel.
Red Wet, Heavy, Slushy, Extra Deep
Amber Moderate
White Very Light
Green Transport Only
NOTE: When clearing wet, heavy snow, it is
recommended that the ground speed of the unit be
reduced, maintain full throttle and do not attempt to
clear the full width of the unit.
For additional operating instructions see "Operating
Tips" in this section of the manual.
5. Engage auger drive clutch lever (right hand-Figure 16).
IMPORTANT: Be sure front of unit is clear of
bystanders or obstacles before operating.
6. Engage traction drive clutch lever (left hand-Figure 16).
As the snow blower starts to move, maintain a firm hold
on the handles and guide the snow blower along the cut-
ting path. Do not attempt to push the snow blower.
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,_ WARNING: Read Owner's Manual before oper-
ating machine. This machine can be dangerous
if used carelessly.
Never operate the snow blower without all guards, cov-
ers, and shields in place.
Never direct discharge towards windows or allow by-
standers near machine while engine is running.
Stop the engine whenever leaving the operating posi-
tion.
Disconnect spark plug before unclogging the impeller
housing or the discharge chute and before making re-
pairs or adjustments.
When leaving the machine, remove the ignition key.
To reduce the risk of fire, keep the machine clean and
free from spilled gas, oil and debris.
ENGINE WILL NOT
START UNLESS
IGNITION KEY IS
INSERTED INTO
IGNITION SLOT IN
CARBURETOR COVER.
DO NOT TURN
IGNITION KEY.
Figure 14
Figure 15
Traction Drive Auger Drive
Clutch Lever Clutch Lever
Diseng aged_-------_.-_ ___ __ Disengaged
Engaged _\ J/ Engaged
Figure16
7. To stop forward motion, release traction drive clutch lever
(left hand - Figure 16).
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