SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Danger
This symbol points out important safety instructions
which, if not followed, could endanger the personal
safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read
and follow all instructions in this manual before
This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for
safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment,
carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious
injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these
instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol,
HEED ITS WARNING!
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Your Responsibility: Restrict the use of this power machine to
persons who read, understand, and follow the warnings and instruc-
tions in this manual and on the machine.
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in
the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this
manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering
replacement parts.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all
doormats, newspapers, sleds, boards, wires and other foreign objects, which
could be tripped over or thrown by the auger/impeller.
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Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation and while
performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects
which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
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Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop
the machine and disengage them quickly.
Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine. Chil-
dren 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation
instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and
supervised by a parent.
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Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer garments. Do not
wear jewelry, long scarves or other loose clothing, which could become
entangled in moving parts. Wear footwear which will improve footing on
slippery surfaces.
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Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.
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Use a grounded three-wire extension cord and receptacle for all units
with electric start engines.
Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury. Plan your snow-
throwing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, bystanders
and the like.
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Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surfaces.
Disengage all control levers before starting the engine.
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Keep bystanders, helpers, pets and children at least 75 feet from the
machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is running, except
where specifically recommended in the operator’s manual.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in
reverse.
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Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature before starting to
clear snow.
Safe Handlingof gasoline
To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your
clothes, which can ignite.Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
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Use only an approved gasoline container.
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
Never fuel machine indoors.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running.
Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom of
filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion.
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Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move
machine to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.
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Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open
flame, spark or pilot light (e.g. furnace, water heater, space heater,
clothes dryer etc.).
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Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
| Categories | Craftsman Snow Blower Manuals, Snow Blower Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Craftsman 247.88033 |
| Model Number | 247.88033 |
| Download File |
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| Document Type | Operator's Manual |
| Language | English, Español |
| Product Name | Craftsman 33-Inch Snow Thrower |
| Product Brand | Craftsman. Customer Service Representatives are available by phone: Canada 1-888-225-4886 USA 1-888-384-9939, Snow Blower |
| Product Type | Snowthrower |
| Swath | 33 inch |
| Engine Manufacturer | Craftsman |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 5W30, 4-Cycle Engine Oil (Quart) Recommended for Temperature: - Above 32°F: SAE 30W Straight Grade; - 0°F to 32°F: SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30 Multi Grade; - Below O°F: SAE 0W-30 Synthetic |
| Document File Type | |
| Publisher | craftsman.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Craftsman (tools) |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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