Craftsman 88957 Support Question
Craftsman 88957 Support Question
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Question posted by kandlynch on May 15th, 2014
How To Change Manual Clutch Cable
trying to change the broken cable that engages the mower deck. Do I need to remove gas tank and steering wheel,cover to acess top of cable?
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Operation Manual - Page 1
Operator's Manual
CRRFTSMRN
24" SNOW THROWER
Model No. 247.88957
CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all
safety rules and operating instructions. o SAFETY ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE PARTS LIST
o ESPANOL
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.
Visit our website: www.craftsman.com
FORMNO.769-05095
12/29/2009
Operation Manual - Page 2
...limitedto auger blades,skid shoes,shaveplate, shearpins, spark
plug,air cleaner,belts,and oil filter. • Standardmaintenanceservicing,oil changes,or tune-ups. Normaldeteriorationand wearof the exteriorfinishes,or productlabel replacement. Page40
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Page41
CRAFTSMANFULLWARRANTY Wheonperataenddmaintainaecdcordintogallsupplieindstructioinftsh,isCraftsmsannowthrowefarilsduetoadefecint...
Operation Manual - Page 3
... operatethis machine.Children14and over shouldreadand understandthe
instructionsand safe operationpracticesin this manual.As with anytype of powerequipment, carelessnessor error on slipperysurfaces. Removeall...operatewithoutwearingadequatewinteroutergarments. This machinewas builtto be used.
Planyour snow-throwingpatternto avoiddischargeof materialtoward roads,bystandersand the like. Donot...
Operation Manual - Page 4
....Keep all timesuntil fuelingis complete.Do notuse a nozzlelock-opendevice. Broken bones,fractures,bruisesor sprainscould result.
• If situationsoccur whichare ...If possible,removegas-poweredequipmentfrom thetruck or trailerand refuelit on the ground.If this manual,use .
• Neveroperatemachineat high transportspeedson slippery surfaces.Lookdownand behindand usecare whenbackingup...
Operation Manual - Page 5
...tank, cap,and fittings frequentlyfor cracksor leaks.Replaceif necessary.
Accordingto the ConsumerProductsSafetyCommission(CPSC) and the U.S.EnvironmentaPl rotectionAgency(EPA),this manual.... • Observeproperdisposallawsand regulationsfor gas, oil,etc. NOTICE REGARDING...usedon or nearany unimprovedforest-covered, brush-coveredor grass-...enginewith spark plug removed. Do notchangetheengine ...
Operation Manual - Page 6
...not use the engine's electric starter in a poorly monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. WARNING--THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can amputate... There are rotating
blades
WARNING-- Engine exhaust contains
carbon
WARNING--
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READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the auger/impeller Contact with the rotating ...
Operation Manual - Page 8
... panel. Placethe shiftleverin the Forward-6position. 2. NOTE:Makecertainthe upperends of eachcableare seatedproperly in the operatingposition(standing directlybehindthe snow thrower,facingthe handlepanel). Figure1
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Figure2
8 REMOVING FROM CARTON
1.
Observethe lowerreararea of thecarton.
3. f
.
NOTE:Referencesto rightor left and rightsides of the handle.See Figure2...
Operation Manual - Page 13
...the operatorcan releasethe augercontrol (on left side of the snow thrower,
To change the direction in which snow is locatedon the left handle) and the augerswill remainengaged...
PRIMER
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engine'scarburetorto aid in cold-weatherstarting.
GAS CAP Unthreadthe gascap to add gasolineto the fuel tank. THROTTLE CONTROL
Thethrottlecontrolis locatedon the rearof the engine.It regulatesthe...
Operation Manual - Page 16
...2. Change
1....Change...tank by runningengineuntilthe fuel tank... isempty. IDo notdiscardwith householdwaste.Checkwith your localauthorilties or SearsService Centerfor safe disposal/recyclingfacilities.
16 Whenaddingoil to the engine,referto viscositychart below .This chart describes serviceguidelinesonly. See Figure12.
3. Tip engineto drain oil intothe container.Usedoil mustbe
Changing...
Operation Manual - Page 19
...gently attemptto pushthe snow throwerforward.Thewheelsshouldnotturn. If anyof the abovetests failed,the drivecable is releasedand in thedisengaged"up slack in needof adjustment.Proceedas follows:
5. Loosenthe two nuts which securethechute bracketand reposition it slightly.See Figure21.
2. Drive Control
Whenthedrivecontrol is in the cable. 4. f
2. With thedrivecontrol released...
Operation Manual - Page 20
See Figure 24. BELT REPLACEMENT
Auger Belt To removeand replaceyoursnow thrower'sauger belt, proceedas follows: 1. Rollthe auger beltoff theengine pulley.See Figure23. Removethe frame coverfrom the undersideof the snow thrower
by runningengine
until itstops. 2.
.... Removethe plasticbelt coveron the front of the engineby remov- ing the two self-tappingscrews.See Figure22. 3.
Operation Manual - Page 24
...cables. Followlubricationrecommendations. Whenstoringthe snowthrowerin an unventilatedor metal storage shed,careshouldbe taken to rust. Neverstoresnow throwerwith fuel in tank... gas appliance.
• If possible,avoidstorageareaswith high humidity. • Keepthe enginelevelin storage.Tiltingcan causefuel or oil
leakage.
24...ENGINE
PREPARING SNOW THROWER
Enginesstoredover30 days need to be...
Operation Manual - Page 25
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, Get answers from gascap. Drivebelt looseor damaged. 3. Unit fails to a three-prong... a stick.
2. Adjustaugercontrolcable. Referto Assembly section.
4. NEED MORE .HELP? Removeice and snow from our team of adjustment.
1.
Sparkplugwire disconnected. 3....
Operation Manual - Page 27
Craftsman Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88957
731-2635
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...-04040
Nut,FlangeLock,3/8-16, Nylon Cotter Pin,Bow-tie
11. 725-0157 12. 926-04012
Cable,Tie, 3/16 x .05 x 7.4 Nut,Push-on,.25 Dia
13. 731-04705C 14...Oil, .750x 1.00x .125 Bearing,Flange,.75x 1.0x .59 Screw,Self-tapping,1/4-20,0.750 Axle,Auger,24" Key,Hi-pro3/16x 5/8 Pin, Dowel,.25OD x 1.2 Shaft,Worm.75OD Gear,Worm20T Collar,Thrust Plug...
Operation Manual - Page 29
...
Pit.,Lock
50. 731-04896B
Cam,CluLock
51. 732-04219C
Spr.,Lock Clu
29 Craftsman Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88957
631-04133A
D=
0! HandleAssembly,ClutchLock,LH
2. 631-04134B
HandleAssembly,ClutchLock,RH
3. 684-04111B 4. 684-04112B
HandleAss'y,Engage,Red, LH HandleAss'y,Engage,Red, RH
5: J 631-04131B 6. 732-04238 7. 914-0145
_ Chute.Lower(/ncl_Ref_#27,Qty. 3) Spring,Torsion...
Operation Manual - Page 31
...-04184A
ShoulderSpacer Screw,Shoulder,.37x .105,1/4-20
24. 738-0924A 25. 941-0245
Screw,1/4-28...
Guide Bracket,Drive Cable
35. 790-00316-0637 Cover,Frame
36. 634...600OD Pulley,Half,3/8-V x 1.7160OD
61. 790-00208C
IdlerBracket,Wheel Drive
62. 684-04169
IdlerPulleyAssembly
63. 750-04571 64...,SpeedSelector
31 Craftsman Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88957
656-04025A
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DiscAssembly,FrictionWheel
2....
Operation Manual - Page 33
Craftsman Engine IViodel ZS365=SUB For Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88957
1
951-11012 Bolt
70 951-11371 CrankcaseCoverGasket
2
951-11054 ValveCover
72 710-04932...Stator
Flywheel CoolingFan
22 712-04214 Nut
88 951-10911 StarterCup
23 710-05002 Bolt
89 712-04209 Nut
24 951-11111 ExhaustPipe Shield
90 951-10647 ValveKit (incl. intakeand exhaustrod) 113 951-10656 DipstickTube,incl. intakeand...
Operation Manual - Page 39
... Instructions. FAMILY YSSXS.3192VA 274812
GDOC-10018R2evA. 39 For example, a typical walk-behind lawn mower is used :
Moderate:
Engine is certified to be certified to meet the California Air Resources...engine running time.
Intermediate: Extended:
Engine is a calculated number describing the relative level of 225 cc or more, Category C = 250 hours, B = 500 hours and A = 1000 hours...
Operation Manual - Page 40
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tionB. For prices...
Operation Manual - Page 72
...major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or ...heating and cooling systems,
no matter who made it, no matter who sold it -yourself. For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call anytime for the location of your home - For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need...
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