OFF-SEASON STORAGE
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Short-Term Storage
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When storing the snow thrower in an unventilated or metal stor-
age shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using
a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains,
springs, bearings and cables.
It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel
system parts of the engine such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose,
or tank during short-term storage (15-30 days). To prevent this, treat
the fuel system using a fuel stabilizer.
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Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and equipment.
Follow lubrication recommendations.
Fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL™ or ULTRA-FRESH™) is an accept-
able alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during
storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at
least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the carbure-
tor.
Store equipment in a clean, dry area.
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Never store snow thrower with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly venti-
lated areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot
light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or gas appliance.
CaUTio n
Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol)
can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids
during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine
while in storage.
Long-Term Storage
Tostorageavoidforengine30 daysproblems,or longer.the fuel system should be emptied before
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Fuelseriousleftstartingin engineproblems.during warm weather deteriorates and will cause
1.
Run the engine until the fuel tank is empty and it stops due to lack
of fuel. Do not attempt to pour fuel from the engine.
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Neverpermanentuse enginedamageormaycarburetoroccur. cleaning products in the fuel tank or
2.
Remove the spark plug and pour one (1) ounce of engine oil
through the spark plug hole into the cylinder. Cover spark plug hole
with a rag and crank the engine several times to distribute the oil.
Replace spark plug.
| Categories | Craftsman Snow Blower Manuals, Snow Blower Manuals |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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| Publisher | craftsman.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Craftsman (tools) |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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