OPERATION
NOTE: A plastic dust cap may be found inside the fuel fill opening.
Remove and discard, if present.
CLean-o UT To o L
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Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut
off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have
stopped before unclogging.
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Always fill the fuel tank outdoors and use a funnel or spout to
prevent spilling.
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Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
Never fill the fuel tank completely. Fill the tank to within 1/2” from
the top to provide space for expansion of fuel.
Make sure to wipe off any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
The chute clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the rear of the
auger housing with a mounting clip. Should snow and ice become
lodged in the chute assembly during operation, proceed as follows to
safely clean the chute assembly and chute opening:
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Release both the Auger Control and the Drive Control.
Stop the engine by removing the ignition key.
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Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal
loop on the end of the spark plug wire (inside the rubber boot) is
fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.
Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures it to the
rear of the auger housing.
2. Make certain both the auger control and drive control are in the
disengaged (released) position.
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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.
3. Move throttle control up to FAST
into slot. Make sure it snaps into place.position.Do not attemptInsert ignitionto turn thekey
Refasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on the rear of
the auger housing, reinsert the ignition key and start the snow
thrower’s engine.
key.
NOTE:ignition Theswitch.engine cannot start without the key is fully inserted into the
While standing in the operator’s position (behind the snow
thrower), engage the auger control for a few seconds to clear any
remaining snow and ice from the chute assembly.
electric Starter
Determine that your home’s wiring is a three-wire grounded system.
Ask a licensed electrician if you are not certain.
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Read,machineunderstand,and in thisandmanualfollowbeforeall instructionsoperating.and warnings on the
The optional electric starter is equipped with a grounded three-wire
power cord and plug, and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC
household current. It must be used with a properly grounded three-
prong receptacle at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
Follow all instructions carefully prior to operating the electric starter.
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The unit was shipped with oil in the engine. Check oil level before each
operation to ensure adequate oil in the engine. For further instructions,
refer to the steps on page 16.
If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows:
1. Plug the extension cord into the outlet located on the engine’s
surface. Plug the other end of extension cord into a three-prong
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Remove the dipstick from the oil fill.
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Check and make sure that the level of oil is up to the FULL mark
on the dipstick.
120-volt,
grounded, AC outlet in a well-ventilated area.
choke position (for a cold
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Rotate choke control to FULL
engine start).
3.
If the oil level is not up to FULL, pour fresh motor oil (5W-30, with
a minimum classification of SL/SJ) slowly through the opening.
Replace oil fill dipstick and check oil level again.
NOTE:positionIfinsteadthe engineof FULLis already.warm, place choke control in the OFF
gasoline
3.
Push the primer two or three times for cold engine start, making
sure to cover vent hole in the center of the primer when pushing.
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Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.Never fuel the machine
indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes,
cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
NOTE:shutdown.DO NOT use primer to restart a warm engine after a short
4.
Push starter button to start engine.
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Store gasoline in a clean, approved container and keep the cap in
place on the container.
NOTEat a time.: DoDoingnot holdso maythe buttondamagedownyourforengine’slonger thanelectricsevenstarter.(7) seconds
Make sure that the container from which you pour the gasoline is
clean and free from rust or other foreign particles.
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| Categories | Craftsman Snow Blower Manuals, Snow Blower Manuals |
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| Tags | Craftsman 247.88045 |
| Model Number | 247.88045 |
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| Document Type | Operator's Manual |
| Language | English, Español |
| Product Name | Craftsman 45-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 | 45 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 |
| Engine Motor Model # | OH358SA-223828 |
| Document File Type | |
| Publisher | craftsman.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Craftsman (tools) |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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