60684 U.S.A. Part No. 14200-04 Printed in U.S.A. 6/88 ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Snow Thrower is maintained, lubricated and tuned-up according to the instructions in the owner’s manual. Sears will repair, Iree of charge, any defect in material and workmanship. H this Craftsman Snow Thrower is used for commercial purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 daysfrom the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover: • Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as belts and spark plugs. • Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent motor shafts and the lailure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER TO THE NEAREST SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENTIN THE UNITED STATES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may atso have other rights which vary from state to state. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Department 698/731 A, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL. 60684 OWNER'S INFORMATION Record the following information about your unit so that you will be able to provide it in casB of loss or thelt. DATE PURCHASED: ~ ' . MODEL NO./CODE: 247.B82900/_(See nameplate at rear ol unit) STORE WHERE PURCHASED: ADDRESS_ crTY:_:_ STATE: _■_TELEPHONE:_ MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT A SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS PRODUCT. CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SEARS , STORE FOR DETAILS. TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY.........................................2 SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES..............3-4 SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS........................5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................6*7 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS.............7 STORAGE.......................................... 8 TROUBLE SHOOTING...........................8 REPAIR PARTS............................8-11 HOWTO ORDER REPAIR PARTS............12 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR WALK-BEHIND SNOW THROWERS A THISSYMBOLPOINTSOUTIMPORTANTSAFETytNSTRUCTIONS WHICH. IF NOTFOLLOWED COULD ENDANGÉRTHE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR SNOW THROWER. IT IS IMPERATIVE IN OPERATING AND HANDLING THE SNOW THROWER THAT CERTAIN NORMAL PRECAUTIONS 0E OBSERVED TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY OR DAMAGE. PLEASE READ THE SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES BEFORE YOU ASSEMBLE OR USE YOUR SNOW THROWER. A TRAINING: Never allow children to operate a power product. Give complete and undivided attention to the job at hand. Read the instruction manual carefully - learn the proper use of the product and how to stop motor quickly in emergency. Use the product only as the manufacturer intended and as described in this manual. Never allow adults to operate equipment without proper instruction. Keep hands and feet away from all moving parts. Keep children away - alt visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area. Store idle product indoors - when not in use. Product should be stored indoors in dry, high or locked-up place out of reach of children. DonT overreach-keep proper footing and balance at all times. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in reverse. Maintain product with care - follow instructions for lubricating and maintaining the unit. Regard yourproduct as a piece of powerequipment and teach this regard to all who operate the equipment. Do not operate product after it has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return product to nearest authorized service facility for examination and repair. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer may cause hazards. A PREPARATION: SAFEGUARDS FOR ALL ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS. Don't force product - it will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. Use right product - do not use product for any job except that for which it is intended. Dress properly - do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Allow motor and machine to adjust to outdoor temperature before clearing snow. Don’t abuse cord * never pull product by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil and sharp edges. Warning - to reduce the risk of shock hazard use only with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Disconnect product from the power supply when not in use and before servicing. Avoid accidenlal starling -donl pull plugged-in product with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in. Thoroughly inspect area where equipment will be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires and other foreign objects. Always wear salety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine....