Craftsman C944.526460, Owner'S Manual

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CLEANING YOUR SNOW THROWER
CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning
unit.
To ensure maximum performance:
1. Clean inside of impeller housing after every use.
2. Keep engine blower housing free of dirt. Engine is
air-cooled and dirt accumulation will restrict cool-
ing, causing over heating and loss of power.
TIRE SERVICE
Correct tire pressure is 20 to 25 P.S.1. Keeping tires
at correct pressure will assure good traction.
STORAGE
NOTE: Presence of moisture may cause frozen com-
ponents if unit is stored in an unheated area; before
storing, actuate shift control and chute control rods
sufficiently to remove excess water.
1.
Clean snow thrower thoroughly.
2. Follow "Lubrication" instructions above.
3. To prevent rust, wipe impeller assembly and inside
discharge chute with oily cloth.
4. Place blocks under chassis to raise tires off floor.
5. Store unit in dry, dean area ..
Correction
1.
Check to see if there is an ample amount of clean gasoline in tank and
that oil in crankcase
is at proper level.
2. Be sure spark plug wire is attached to plug.
3. Check priming instructions under "TO START ENGINE".
4. Check control lever for full choke position.
1.
Check engine for dirt accumulation under control cover and around
governor linkage.
2. Clean inside of impeller housing.
3. Check control setting to see that choke lever is not in choke position
and flooding the engine.
Excessive vibration generally is a warning of trouble. Stop the engine
immediately and check for damage or loose parts. If vibration persists
have the snow thrower and engine checked by your authorized service
dealer before continuing operation.
1. Check skids setting for uniformity.
Stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire and,
1. Clean inside ,of impeller housing, and
2. Clean discharge chute.
Problem
Does not start
Apparent loss of power-
engine stalls