Craftsman 247.881721 Manual De Operación página 13

Throttle control
The throttle control is located on the rear of the engine. It regulates the speed of the
engine and will shut off the engine when moved into the STOP position.
Primer
Depressing the primer forces fuel directly into the
engine's carburetor to aid in cold-weather starting.
Recoil Starter Handle
This handle is used to manually start the engine.
Electric Starter Button
Pressing the electric starter button engages the engine's electric starter when
plugged into a 120V power source.
Electric Starter Outlet
Requires the use of a three-prong outdoor extension cord and a 120V power source/
wall outlet.
Oil Fill
Engine oil level can be checked and oil added through the oil fill.
Gas Cap
Unthread the gas cap to add gasoline to the fuel tank.
Auger
When engaged, the auger blades rotate and draw snow into the auger housing.
Chute Assembly
Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out the chute assembly.
Auger Control
AUGER
CONTROL
The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the control grip against the
handle to engage the auger and start snow throwing action. Release to stop.
OPERATION
Drive Control/ Auger Control Lock
The drive control is located on the right handle. Squeeze the control grip against the
handle to engage the wheel drive. Release to stop.
NOTE: Always release the drive control before changing speeds. Failure to do so will
result in increased wear on your machine's drive system.
Chute Directional Control
The chute directional control is located on left side of the snow thrower.To change
the direction in which snow is thrown, rotate the chute directional control.
Skid Shoes
Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions. Adjust upward for hard-packed
snow. Adjust downward when operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces.
GO
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DRIVE
CONTROL
CHUTE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL
DISCHARGE DISCHARGE
RIGHT
LEFT
GO
ADJUSTABLE
CHUTE TILT