Craftsman 247.88955 - Manual (Page 8)

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ASSEMBLY
NOTE: References to right or left side of the snow thrower are
determined from behind the unit in the operating position (standing
directly behind the snow thrower, facing the handle panel).
remoVing from Carton
Cut the corners of the carton and lay the sides flat on the ground. 1.
Remove and discard all packing inserts.
Move the snow thrower out of the carton.
2.
Make certain the carton has been completely emptied before 3.
discarding it.
Loose Parts
Two replacement auger shear pins are included with this manual. Refer
to Replacing Shear Pins in the Operation section for more information
regarding shear pin replacement.
assembLy
Place the shift lever in the Forward-6 position. 1.
Observe the lower rear area of the snow thrower to be sure both 2.
cables are aligned with roller guides before pivoting the handle
upward. See Figure 1.
NOTE: Make certain the upper ends of each cable are seated properly
in its bracket.
3. Secure the handle by tightening the plastic wing knob located on
both the left and right sides of the handle. See Figure 2. Remove
and discard any rubber bands, if present. They are for packaging
purposes only.
Figure 1
Figure 2