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Operator's Manual PR0 FES S I0 NA L 33" SNOW THROWER Model No. 247.88835 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. , SAFETY , ASSEMBLY , OPERATION , MAINTENANCE , PARTS LIST o ESPANOL Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. Visit our website: www.craftsman.com FORMNO. 769-04980A 6/14/2010
Operator's Manual PR0 FES S I0 NA L 33" SNOW THROWER Model No. 247.88835 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. , SAFETY , ASSEMBLY , OPERATION , MAINTENANCE , PARTS LIST o ESPANOL Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. Visit our website: www.craftsman.com FORMNO. 769-04980A 6/14/2010
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.../dipstickand wipe thedipstickclean. See • Be carefulnot to be over-inflatedfor shippingpurposes.Checkthetire Checking Oil Level pressurebeforeoperatingthe snow thrower. Insertthe cap/dipstickintothe oil fillerneck,and tightenthe cap dry beforestartingthe engine. See Fig. 9. Fuel Recommendations Use ...all timesforperformancepurposes. Cleanaroundfuel fill beforeremovingcap to fuel. 2. Drift Cutters* The snow thrower drift cutters are mounted inverted at the factory for manufactures'srecommendedpsi and deflate(or inflate)the tires as necessary.
.../dipstickand wipe thedipstickclean. See • Be carefulnot to be over-inflatedfor shippingpurposes.Checkthetire Checking Oil Level pressurebeforeoperatingthe snow thrower. Insertthe cap/dipstickintothe oil fillerneck,and tightenthe cap dry beforestartingthe engine. See Fig. 9. Fuel Recommendations Use ...all timesforperformancepurposes. Cleanaroundfuel fill beforeremovingcap to fuel. 2. Drift Cutters* The snow thrower drift cutters are mounted inverted at the factory for manufactures'srecommendedpsi and deflate(or inflate)the tires as necessary.
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...If you chooseto operatethe snowthroweron a gravelsurface, keepthe skid shoesin positionfor maximumclearancebetweenthe groundand the shaveplate. Whilestandingin theoperator'sposition(behindthe snow thrower),engagethe auger. 4. NOTE: Donot overfill.Overfillingwith oil maycause smoking,hard starting,or sparkplug fouling. / Shave Plate NOTE...equipmentmalfunctionsor damage. In the instanceof a threadedoil cap/dipstick,DO NOTscrewthecap/dipstickin to operatingthe snow thrower. NOTE:Tochangethe oil on the dipstick.Doingso may result in the disengaged"up" position,the cable shouldhavevery ...
...If you chooseto operatethe snowthroweron a gravelsurface, keepthe skid shoesin positionfor maximumclearancebetweenthe groundand the shaveplate. Whilestandingin theoperator'sposition(behindthe snow thrower),engagethe auger. 4. NOTE: Donot overfill.Overfillingwith oil maycause smoking,hard starting,or sparkplug fouling. / Shave Plate NOTE...equipmentmalfunctionsor damage. In the instanceof a threadedoil cap/dipstick,DO NOTscrewthecap/dipstickin to operatingthe snow thrower. NOTE:Tochangethe oil on the dipstick.Doingso may result in the disengaged"up" position,the cable shouldhavevery ...
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...reduce the distancesnow isthrown. Refastenthe clean-outtoolto themountingclip on the rearof the auger housing,reinsertthe ignitionkeyand start the snow thrower'sengine. 6. HEADLIGHT Read,understand,and follow all instructionsand warningson the machineand in the engine.Forfurther instructions, ...chuteangle to dislodgeand scoop anysnow and ice whichhas formedin and nearthe chute assembly. 5. Whilestandingin the operator'sposition(behindthe snow thrower),engagethe augercontrolfor a few secondsto clear any remainingsnow and ice from thechute assembly. WHEEL STEERING CONTROLS Theleft and ...
...reduce the distancesnow isthrown. Refastenthe clean-outtoolto themountingclip on the rearof the auger housing,reinsertthe ignitionkeyand start the snow thrower'sengine. 6. HEADLIGHT Read,understand,and follow all instructionsand warningson the machineand in the engine.Forfurther instructions, ...chuteangle to dislodgeand scoop anysnow and ice whichhas formedin and nearthe chute assembly. 5. Whilestandingin the operator'sposition(behindthe snow thrower),engagethe augercontrolfor a few secondsto clear any remainingsnow and ice from thechute assembly. WHEEL STEERING CONTROLS Theleft and ...
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...(rabbit)_ position,move .Releaseit and drivemotionwill stop the engine.Backfireor enginedamagemayoccur. 2. Alwaysturn off the snow thrower'sengineand removethe keyprior to replacingshearpins. Movethrottlecontrolto STOPi_ position. Keepthe key in and aroundthe wheeldrivecontroland auger control... TO ENGAGE AUGER 1. Figure17 17 NOTE:Twoextra shearpinsare suppliedin the manualbag. Squeezethe drivecontrolagainstthe handleand the snow throwerwill move speedselector leverintoone of the six forward(F) positionsor two reverse(R) positions.Selecta speedappropriatefor the snowconditionsand ...
...(rabbit)_ position,move .Releaseit and drivemotionwill stop the engine.Backfireor enginedamagemayoccur. 2. Alwaysturn off the snow thrower'sengineand removethe keyprior to replacingshearpins. Movethrottlecontrolto STOPi_ position. Keepthe key in and aroundthe wheeldrivecontroland auger control... TO ENGAGE AUGER 1. Figure17 17 NOTE:Twoextra shearpinsare suppliedin the manualbag. Squeezethe drivecontrolagainstthe handleand the snow throwerwill move speedselector leverintoone of the six forward(F) positionsor two reverse(R) positions.Selecta speedappropriatefor the snowconditionsand ...
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.... 2. NOTE: Be carefulnotto get any oil on the front housing,run thefuel tank emptyso fueldoes notleak outof thefuel cap. 1. 5. Removethe frame coverfrom the undersideof the snow thrower by removingthe self-tappingscrewswhich secureit. See Fig. 22. Gear Case The augergear case is seated,tightenwith a spark plugwrenchto compressthe washer. If augersdo not turn, checkto...
.... 2. NOTE: Be carefulnotto get any oil on the front housing,run thefuel tank emptyso fueldoes notleak outof thefuel cap. 1. 5. Removethe frame coverfrom the undersideof the snow thrower by removingthe self-tappingscrewswhich secureit. See Fig. 22. Gear Case The augergear case is seated,tightenwith a spark plugwrenchto compressthe washer. If augersdo not turn, checkto...
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...AugerBeltReplacement"instructions inthe previoussub-section. 1. Drive Belt Replacement If notalreadydone,removethe augerdrivebelt from the Assemblysectionbeforeoperatingsnow thrower. e Figure37 24 If also replacingthe drivebelt, proceedto the "DriveBelt"instructions.If not, repositionthe ... and apply Loctite262 to securethe augerpulleyassemblyon the inputshaft. 12. J Figure36 2. Removescrewsfrom theframe coverunderneaththe snow thrower(referto Figure37). Installthedrive belton theengine pulley,re-connectthe auger cablez-fittingand augeridler rodferruleto the brakebracket....
...AugerBeltReplacement"instructions inthe previoussub-section. 1. Drive Belt Replacement If notalreadydone,removethe augerdrivebelt from the Assemblysectionbeforeoperatingsnow thrower. e Figure37 24 If also replacingthe drivebelt, proceedto the "DriveBelt"instructions.If not, repositionthe ... and apply Loctite262 to securethe augerpulleyassemblyon the inputshaft. 12. J Figure36 2. Removescrewsfrom theframe coverunderneaththe snow thrower(referto Figure37). Installthedrive belton theengine pulley,re-connectthe auger cablez-fittingand augeridler rodferruleto the brakebracket....
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... aroundengine,and under,around,and behind muffler.Applya lightfilm of clean engineoil intothe cylinder.Pullthe recoilstarterseveraltimesto distributetheoil, and reinstallthe spark plug. 4. Followlubricationrecommendations. 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. Whenstoringthe snowthrowerin an unventilatedor metal...
... aroundengine,and under,around,and behind muffler.Applya lightfilm of clean engineoil intothe cylinder.Pullthe recoilstarterseveraltimesto distributetheoil, and reinstallthe spark plug. 4. Followlubricationrecommendations. 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. Whenstoringthe snowthrowerin an unventilatedor metal...
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... Rod, Auger Idler Pulley, Adapter, .75 Dia. O Gear Box Assembly, Auger Spiral Assy, LH Spiral Assy, RH Housing, Auger - 33" Spacer, 1.0 x 1.5 x 2 Spacer, 1.0 x 1.5 x 1 Axle, Spiral, 33" Bushing, Flange, 1.051 x 1.16 Shave Plate Bolt, Carriage, 3/8-16 x .750 Bolt, Ca rriage, 3/8-16 x 1.0 Shoe, Skid...32. 756-04244A 33. 790-00264A-0637 34. 05244B 35. 784-0315A-0637 D= 0 Bracket Assy, Auger Brake Impellar, 16" Tool, Cleanout Scr,Hex Cap, 5/16-18 x 1.00 . Lube Fitting, 3/16 #70 Washer, Flat, .78 x 1.49 x .08 29 Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 247.88835 918-0281A 2. ...
... Rod, Auger Idler Pulley, Adapter, .75 Dia. O Gear Box Assembly, Auger Spiral Assy, LH Spiral Assy, RH Housing, Auger - 33" Spacer, 1.0 x 1.5 x 2 Spacer, 1.0 x 1.5 x 1 Axle, Spiral, 33" Bushing, Flange, 1.051 x 1.16 Shave Plate Bolt, Carriage, 3/8-16 x .750 Bolt, Ca rriage, 3/8-16 x 1.0 Shoe, Skid...32. 756-04244A 33. 790-00264A-0637 34. 05244B 35. 784-0315A-0637 D= 0 Bracket Assy, Auger Brake Impellar, 16" Tool, Cleanout Scr,Hex Cap, 5/16-18 x 1.00 . Lube Fitting, 3/16 #70 Washer, Flat, .78 x 1.49 x .08 29 Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 247.88835 918-0281A 2. ...
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...-0637 Speed SelectorPivotBracket 76. 790-00218A-0637 Speed SelectorShift Bracket 7_ 790-00349-0691 TransmissionFrame 78. 684-04169 IdlerPulleyAssembly Continuedon followingpage 33 Craftsman Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88835 05244B 2. 618-0279P 3. 618-0280P |= o o Housing,Bearing Dogg,SteeringDrive,LH Dogg,SteeringDrive,RH 4. 918-0282E ShaftAssembly,...0104 Sprocket,#41x lOT Pin,InternalCotter 30. 914-0135 Key,Woodruff 31. 914-0388 Key,Hi-Pro,3/16 x 5/8 32. 916-0104 33. 716-0136 E-Ring Ring, Retaining 34. 716-04048 Ring, Retainer 35. 917-0302 Plate,Drive 36. 726-0221 SpeedNut, ....
...-0637 Speed SelectorPivotBracket 76. 790-00218A-0637 Speed SelectorShift Bracket 7_ 790-00349-0691 TransmissionFrame 78. 684-04169 IdlerPulleyAssembly Continuedon followingpage 33 Craftsman Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88835 05244B 2. 618-0279P 3. 618-0280P |= o o Housing,Bearing Dogg,SteeringDrive,LH Dogg,SteeringDrive,RH 4. 918-0282E ShaftAssembly,...0104 Sprocket,#41x lOT Pin,InternalCotter 30. 914-0135 Key,Woodruff 31. 914-0388 Key,Hi-Pro,3/16 x 5/8 32. 916-0104 33. 716-0136 E-Ring Ring, Retaining 34. 716-04048 Ring, Retainer 35. 917-0302 Plate,Drive 36. 726-0221 SpeedNut, ....
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...,.850dia.x .333 Ig. RH 734-2031 Tire 934-0255 Valve 741-0246A Bearing 110. 711-04607 Axle,Wheel,33" 111. 711-04615 Pin,Clevis 112. 914-0149B Pin,InternalCotter 34 LH 634-0226A-0911 WheelAss'y.- Craftsman Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88835 Continuedfrom previouspage |= 0 = 710-0157 Screw,Hex Cap,5/16-24 80. 710-0191 Hex Hd.
...,.850dia.x .333 Ig. RH 734-2031 Tire 934-0255 Valve 741-0246A Bearing 110. 711-04607 Axle,Wheel,33" 111. 711-04615 Pin,Clevis 112. 914-0149B Pin,InternalCotter 34 LH 634-0226A-0911 WheelAss'y.- Craftsman Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88835 Continuedfrom previouspage |= 0 = 710-0157 Screw,Hex Cap,5/16-24 80. 710-0191 Hex Hd.
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Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 247.88835 777S32636 777122341 777S32236 777123013 777D13771 STARTING INSTRUCTIONS: 777122363 777D13769 777122340 777Dl1502 35 777D13770 777X43688 / I /' USEE85ORFUEL" / CONTAININGMORE THAN10% ETHANOL 'W
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Craftsman Engine IViodel 483-SU For Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88835 m 1 710-11012 2 951-11339 3 710-04915 4 951-10757 5 951-11595 7 731-05632 8 951-10637 9 951-11302 10 710-04914 11 951-11181 12 951-11321 ...-11201 22 951-11319 23 951-11318 24 951-11351 25 951-11012 26 736-04452 28 951-11731 29 710-04921 30 951-11182 33 712-04212 34 710-04908 35 951-11307 36 951-11306 37 951-11203 38 951-11309 39 951-11311 40 710-04916 41 951...
Craftsman Engine IViodel 483-SU For Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88835 m 1 710-11012 2 951-11339 3 710-04915 4 951-10757 5 951-11595 7 731-05632 8 951-10637 9 951-11302 10 710-04914 11 951-11181 12 951-11321 ...-11201 22 951-11319 23 951-11318 24 951-11351 25 951-11012 26 736-04452 28 951-11731 29 710-04921 30 951-11182 33 712-04212 34 710-04908 35 951-11307 36 951-11306 37 951-11203 38 951-11309 39 951-11311 40 710-04916 41 951...
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...-11316 CarburetorInsulatorPlate 1 123 951-11967 ValveCoverGasket 1 141 951-11968 CamshaftGearAss'y 1 -- 951-11207 MufflerStudAss'y 142 951-11969 Bearing 1 109 710-04964 MufflerStud 2 39 Craftsman Engine IViodel 483=SU For Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88835 m D= OO 951-11328A ShortBlock Ass'y m m= OO -- 951-11330A GasketKit- Complete 41 951-11951 ConnectingRodAss'y 42 951-11952 Piston 1 53 951-11958...
...-11316 CarburetorInsulatorPlate 1 123 951-11967 ValveCoverGasket 1 141 951-11968 CamshaftGearAss'y 1 -- 951-11207 MufflerStudAss'y 142 951-11969 Bearing 1 109 710-04964 MufflerStud 2 39 Craftsman Engine IViodel 483=SU For Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88835 m D= OO 951-11328A ShortBlock Ass'y m m= OO -- 951-11330A GasketKit- Complete 41 951-11951 ConnectingRodAss'y 42 951-11952 Piston 1 53 951-11958...
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... 73 751-11903 Oil FillTubeO-Ring 2 74 -- Oil FillTube 1 -- 751-11341A CrankcaseKit 50 951-11957 RadialBall Bearing 1 53 951-11958 GovernorSeal 1 77 -- Craftsman Engine Model 483=SU For Snow Thrower Model 247.88835 D= OO -- 951-11340 CrankcaseCoverKit 50 951-11957 RadialBall Bearing 1 60 951-11376 CrankcaseCoverGasket 1 61 736-04476 Washer 1 64 -- ExhaustValve 1 101 -- CrankcaseCover...
... 73 751-11903 Oil FillTubeO-Ring 2 74 -- Oil FillTube 1 -- 751-11341A CrankcaseKit 50 951-11957 RadialBall Bearing 1 53 951-11958 GovernorSeal 1 77 -- Craftsman Engine Model 483=SU For Snow Thrower Model 247.88835 D= OO -- 951-11340 CrankcaseCoverKit 50 951-11957 RadialBall Bearing 1 60 951-11376 CrankcaseCoverGasket 1 61 736-04476 Washer 1 64 -- ExhaustValve 1 101 -- CrankcaseCover...