Operating Tips - Craftsman 22-INCH 4-CYCLE SNOW THROWER 247.885550 Operator's Manual

7. As the engine warms, slowly rotate (left) the choke control to the
OFF position. If the engine falters, quickly rotate the choke control
back to the FULL position and then slowly into the OFF
position again.
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes after starting.
The engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating
temperatures.
Before Stopping
1. Run engine for a few minutes to help dry off any moisture on engine.
2. To avoid possible freeze-up of the starter, follow these steps:
recoil Starter
a. With the engine running, pull the starter rope with a rapid,
continuous full arm stroke three or four times.
To Stop The Snow Thrower
1. To stop the wheels, release the drive control.
2. To stop throwing snow, release the auger control.
3. To stop engine, push throttle control lever to OFF
the key. Do not turn key.
Warning
The temperature of muffler and the surrounding areas may exceed
150º F. Avoid these areas.
clearing The Snow
CAUTION: Check the area to be cleared for foreign objects. Remove
foreign objects, if any.
1. Start the engine following starting instructions.
2. Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes as the engine will
not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature.
3. Rotate the chute assembly to the desired direction, away from
bystanders and/or buildings.
4. Making certain no bystanders or obstacles are in front of the unit,
squeeze the auger control completely against the upper handle to
fully engage the augers.
5. While the auger control is engaged, squeeze the drive control
completely against the upper handle to engage the wheels. Do not
"feather" the drive control.
6. As the snow thrower starts to move, maintain a firm hold on the
handle, and guide the snow thrower along the path to be cleared.
7. Release the auger and drive controls to stop the snow throwing
action and forward motion.
NOTE: Your unit is equipped with a clutch in the transmission. If the
wheels stop turning while trying to discharge large volumes of snow,
immediately disengage the drive control and allow the rotating augers
to discharge snow from the housing. Reduce the clearing width and
continue operation.
8. On each succeeding pass, readjust the chute assembly to the
desired position and slightly overlap the previously cleared path.
Operation
Positioning Discharge chute
Loosen the chute knob and pivot upper chute to desired position. Tighten
the chute knob making sure the carriage bolt is correctly positioned.
Rotate chute handle to desired operating position.
Do not lift the snow thrower at any time by the chute handle.

operating Tips

1. For most efficient snow removal, remove snow immediately after it falls.
2. Discharge snow downwind whenever possible. Slightly overlap
each previous path.
3. Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the shave plate for normal usage.
The skid shoes may be adjusted upward for hard-packed snow.
NOTE: It is not recommended that you operate this snow thrower on
gravel as loose gravel can be easily picked up and thrown by the auger
causing personal injury and/or damage to the snow thrower.
4. If for some reason, you have to operate the snow thrower on gravel,
and pull out
STOP
keep the skid shoe in the highest position for maximum clearance
between the ground and the shave plate.
5. Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.
cleaning The chute assembly
The clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the auger housing with a
mounting clip.
When snow and ice collect in the chute assembly during operation,
use this tool to safely clean the chute and chute opening. Follow the
steps below to operate it.
Stop engine by moving throttle lever to stop
all moving parts to stop before using the clean-out tool.
1. Release both auger and drive controls.
2. Stop the engine by moving throttle lever to stop
3. Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures it to the rear
of the auger housing.
4. Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to dislodge and
scoop any snow and ice which has formed in and near the chute
assembly.
Never use your hands to clean snow and ice from the chute assembly
or auger housing.
5. Re-fasten the clean-out tool, with the handle on the right side of the
housing, to the mounting clip on the auger housing. You can start
operating your snow thrower now.
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Warning
Warning
position and wait for
STOP
STOP
Warning
position.