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Operation Manual - Page 1
o SAFETY ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE PARTS LIST
o ESPANOL
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.
Operator's Manual
CRRFTSMRH
26" SNOW THROWER
Model No. 247.88970
CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all
safety rules and operating instructions. Visit our website: www.craftsman.com
FORM1/0. 769-05136A
7/31/2009
Operation Manual - Page 2
...improperoperationor maintenance. • Repairsnecessarybecauseof operatorabuse, includingbutnot limitedto damagecausedby over-speedingthe engine,or from stateto state.
Sears, ... Sears Brands,LLC
Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase
Recordthe modelnumber,serialnumber and dateof purchaseabove
2 WarrantSy tatemen.t SafeOperationPractices SafetyLabels Assembly Operation Service...
Operation Manual - Page 4
...engine indoorsor in a poorlyventilatedarea. Broken bones,fractures,bruisesor sprainscould result.
• If situationsoccur whichare notcoveredin this is the mostcommoncauseof injuryassociatedwith snowthrowers...on the ground.If this manual,use .
• ...rate.
• Neveroperatethis machinewithoutgoodvisibility or light...engine, disconnectthe spark plugwire and groundit againstthe engine...
Operation Manual - Page 5
...) and the U.S.EnvironmentaPl rotectionAgency(EPA),this manual.
• Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspectingmachinedisengageall controlleversand stop the engine.Wait untilthe auger/impeller cometo a completestop.Disconnectthe sparkplug wireand groundagainsttheengine to preventunintendedstarting. MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
• Nevertamperwith safetydevices.Checktheirproperoperation regularly...
Operation Manual - Page 6
... engine's electric starter in a poorly monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. housing or chute assembly.
There are rotating
blades
WARNING--
WARNING-- ROTATING AUGER Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the manual(s) before attempting to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
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READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions...
Operation Manual - Page 13
... well-ventilatedarea,start the snowthrowerengine.Refer to Startingthe Enginein the Operationsection.Makesurethe throttleis set in the disengaged"up " position,walkto the front of the machine.
6. ...immediatelyreturnto the operator'spositionand shutoff the engine.Waitfor ALL movingparts to increasecabletension).
... the operator'sposition(behindthe snow thrower),engagethe augers. 4. Positionthe...
Operation Manual - Page 17
...,slowlyrotatethe chokecontrol to replacingshearpins. Alwaysturnoff the snowthrower'sengineand removethe key prior to RUN position...comfortableand familiarwiththe operationof the snow thrower. 2. Movethrottlecontrolto OFF ...engine. 1. 2. REPLACING SHEAR PINS The augersare securedto the spiralshaftwith shearpins and cotter pins.If the augersshouldstrikea foreignobject or ice jam, the snow...
Operation Manual - Page 20
... the spark plugseatsto compressthe washer.Whenreinstallinga used spark plug,tighten 1/8-to .02-.03inches (0.60-0.80ram).
4.
Removethe lowerframecover fromthe undersideof the snow
throwerby removingthe...and aroundthe spacersand flangebearings
foundat eitherend of the shaft. Thegap shouldbe set to 1/4-turnafter the sparkplug seatsto compressthe washer.
Carefullypivotthe snowthrowerup and...
Operation Manual - Page 24
... to correct the problem,the frictionwheelmayneed to be replaced.Followthe instructionsbelow.Examinethe frictionwheelfor...snow thrower
by removingfour self-tappingscrewswhich secureit. Drive Belt
To removeand replaceyoursnow thrower'sdrivebelt, proceedas follows:
1. f
8. Topreventspillage,removeall fuel fromtank by runningengine until it stops.
2. Slip the drivebelt off engine...
Operation Manual - Page 26
PREPARING ENGINE
PREPARING SNOW THROWER
Enginesstoredover30 days need to be drainedof fuel to rustprooftheequipment.Using a light oil or silicone,coat theequipment,especiallyanychains, springs,bearingsand cables. Removeall fuel fromtank by runningengineuntil it is the end of clean engineoil intothe cylinder.Pullthe recoilstarterseveraltimesto distributetheoil, and reinstallthe spark plug....
Operation Manual - Page 35
...
104 712-04216 Nut 105 710-04929 Bolt
44 951-10635 HeaterBox
109 951-10662 Engine/DipstickCover
45 710-04930 Bolt
110 710-04905 Bolt
47 951-10648 PushRod Kit(incl. Craftsman Engine IViodel ZS370=SUB For Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88970
1
951-11012 Bolt
70 751-11371 Gasket-CrankcaseCover
2
951-11054 ValveCover
72 710-04932...
Operation Manual - Page 36
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Screw,M3x5 Lock Washer
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-- 751-11060A ShortBlockAssembly(Not Shown) --
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-- CarburetorInsulatorGasket
1
31
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PistonRingSet
1... ChokePlate
148
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149
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Piston
1
55
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Craftsman Engine IViodel ZS370=SUB For Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88970
126 715-04088
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DowelPin
127 951-...
Operation Manual - Page 37
...Case Cover
1
72
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Cover Bolts
7
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CylinderHeadGasket
1
60 736-04461 Washer
1
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-- Craftsman Engine IViodel ZS370-SUB For Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88970
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-- 951-11021 CarburetorKit, Major(Not Shown) --
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Gasket,ThrottlePlate
1
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Oil Fill Plug
1
75 751-11368 Oil Seal
1
-- 951-11247 CrankshaftKit (Not Shown)
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64
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ValveSpring
2
14...
Operation Manual - Page 43
... at 1-800-381-8665.
* Discountof 10%from regularpriceof serviceand relatedinstalled
parts notcoveredby theagreement;also, 10%off regularpriceof Sears Installation Service
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The RepairProtectionAgreementisa risk-freepurchase.If you...
Operation Manual - Page 76
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