Craftsman 247.885680 - Manual (Page 2)

S>VFETY RULES
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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE POTENTIAL FOR ANY INJURY, COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY.
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TRAINING
• Read this owner’s guide carefully in its entirety before attempting
to assemble or operate this machine. Be completeiy fc miliar with
the controls and the proper use of this machine beforn operating
it. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular refer­
ence and for ordering replacement parts.
• Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a snow throw­
er. Children 14 years old and over should only oprrate snow
thrower under close parental supervision. Only pe'sons well
acquainted with these rules of safe operation should be allowed
to use your snow thrower.
• No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or v hiie taking
medication that impairs the senses or reactions.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especially small
children and pets.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when
operating in reverse.
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PREPARATION
• Thoroughiy inspect the area where the equipment is :o be used
and remove all door mats, sleds, boards, wires and otier foreign
objects.
• Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral befoie starting
engine.
• Do not operate equipment without wearing adequate v\ inter outer
garments. Do not wear jewelry, long scarfs or other loose cloth­
ing which could become entangled in moving prrts. Wear
footwear which will improve footing on slippery surfac is.
• Before working with gasoline, extinguish all cigarettes and other
sources of ignition. Check the fuei before starting tie engine.
Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. Do not fill ti e gasoline
tank indoors, while the engine is running, or until i ngine has
been allowed to cool at least two minutes. Replace g; soline cap
securely and wipe off any spilled gasoline before s arting the
engine as it may cause a fire or explosion.
• Use a grounded three wire plug-in for all units with electric drive
motors or electric starting motors.
• Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or cn shed rock
surface.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is running
(except where specifically recommended by manufactur :r).
• Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperatjre before
starting to ciear snow.
• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during o[ eration or
while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect eyes from
foreign objects that may be thrown from the mach ne in any
direction.
OPERATION
**• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear
of discharge opening and auger at all times.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cros! ing gravel
drives, waiks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
Do not carry passengers.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove wire from
spark plug, and thoroughly inspect the snow throwir for any
damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating the
snow thrower.
• If the snow thrower should start to vibrate abnormal!;', stop the
engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is general­
ly a warning of trouble.
• Stop engine whenever you leave the operating position, before
unciogging the coilector/impelier housing or discharge guide,
and making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections. Never place
your hand in the discharge or collector openings. Use a stick or
wooden broom handle to unclog the discharge opening.
• Take all possible precautions when leaving the unit unattended.
Disengage the coilector/impelier, shift into neutral, stop the
engine, and remove the key.
• When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain
coilector/impelier and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect
spark plug wire and keep away from plug to prevent accidental
starting.
• Do not run engine indoors, except when starting engine and
transporting snow thrower in or out of building. Open doors.
Exhaust fumes are dangerous.
• Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise extreme
caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to
clear steep slopes.
• Never operate snow thrower without guards, plates, or other
safety protection devices in place.
• Never operate snow thrower near glass enclosure, automobiles,
window wells, drop off, etc., without proper adjustments of snow
thrower discharge angle. Keep children and pets away.
• Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at
too fast a rate.
• Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery
surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.
• Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of
unit.
• Disengage power to coilector/impelier when transporting or not
in use.
• Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufac­
turer of snow thrower (such as wheel weights, counter weights,
cabs, etc.).
• Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or iight.
Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the han­
dles. Walk, never run.
• Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not
touch.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, etc., at frequent inter­
vals for proper tightness to be sure equipment is in safe working
condition.
• Never store the machine with fuel In the fuel tank inside a build­
ing where ignition sources are present, such as hot water and
space heaters, clothes dryers, and the like. Allow engine to cool
before storing in any enciosure.
• Always refer to owner’s guide instructions for important details if
snow thrower is to be stored for an extended period.
• Run machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent
freeze up of coilector/impelier.
• Check clutch controls periodically to verify they engage and dis­
engage properly and readjust if necessary. Refer to owner’s
guide for adjustment instructions.
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IMPORTANT
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT
MEANS—ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.