Remove object from auger. Unit rides up Weight transfer disengaged Engage weight transfer system by lifting up on upper handle until bracket bolts snap into place in upper slots of weight transfer _edal. 24 CRAFTSMAI_ 24" -6H.P. SNOW THROWER 536.888400 ELECTRIC START ASSEMBLY REF NO. PART NO. PART NAME 6 330783 Motor, ElectricStarter 7 6216 Screw, 1/4-20x.50 8 300302 Screw #I0 X .50 9 6219 Cord, Starter Motor 760817 Owner's Manual Eng/Sp 342856A ENGINE ASSEMBLY REF. NO. PART NO. PART NAME 10 ENG

Before reassembling, remove old sealant and apply new sealant. IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the gear case, since damage to the seals could result. Be sure the vent plug is free of grease in order to relieve pressure. Check V-Belts Follow instrcutions below to check the condition of the drive belts every 50 hours of operation. • Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing two self-tapping screws. • Visually inspect for frayed, cracked, or excessively worn out belts. Check F

Operator’s Manual 9 Horse Power SNOW THROWER Model No. 247.88790 • SAFETY • ASSEMBLY • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE • PARTS LIST ® 06/13/2006 FORM NO. 769-02587 TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Statement..................................Page 2 Safety Labels............................................Page 3 Safe Operation Practices .........................Pages 4 Assembly..................................................Pages 6 Operation..................................................Pages 9 Maintenance.

Make only finger tight. • Attach the left support bracket to the outside of the left base leg tube using one 5/16" x 2" hex bolt (C) and 5/16" nylock nut (G). Make only finger tight. FIGURE 2 5/16" x 2" CARRIAGE BOLT (B) 5/16" x 2" HEX BOLT (C) 5/16" NYLOCK NUT (G) 1/4" NYLOCK NUT (F) 1/4" x 1" CARRIAGE BOLT (I) 5/16" NYLOCK NUT (G) BASE BRACKETLEFT SUPPORT BRACKET RIGHT SUPPORT BRACKET BASE LEG TUBE (FLATTENED) BASE LEG TUBE THIS HOLE IS HIGHER SHORT END 5 6 UPPER BASE TUBE BASE TUBE LEGS STEP

To unlock the blade, push the lock release grip down against the handle tube. To pivot the blade, keep the grip de pressed and push forward or pull back on the handle tube, sliding it along the lift rod. Release the grip to lock the blade when it is in either the right hand, the left hand or the straight ahead po si tion. HANDLE TUBE LOCK RELEASE GRIP ASSEMBLY LIFT ROD Wheel weights and tire chains must be used with your snow blade for traction. These accessories are available at your nearest Se

The DIRECTION in which snow isto be thrown is controlled by the discharge chute control lever. • To change the discharge chute position, press downward on discharge chute control lever and move lever left or right until chute is in desired position. Be sure lever springs back and locks into desired position. The DISTANCE that snow is thrown is controlled by the position of the chute deflector. Set the deflector low to throw snow a short distance; set the deflector higher to throw snow farther. P

ELECTRIC START This Equipment SNOW THROWER ° Assembly + Operation • Maintenance ° Service and Adjustments ° Repair Parts iilll iiilll i i i lull i uumlu,_ i lUlmu III , lUllU U.ll,i II im i i,lu.m,_,,,i SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A. HHlul u,m. lure HUm I=um =u, , =uHlllllu Im I =umlll =p,,, ,ll, I I, =l,=m, SAFETY RULES CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND A PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP, TRANSPORTING, AD

See figure 18. CHUTE CRANK ROD CRANK SUPPORT TUBE TILT CONTROL HANDLE TILT 5/16" x 1-3/4" CONTROL CARRIAGE BOLT ASSEMBLY BOWED WASHER 5/16" LOCKWASHER _16"HEX NUT FIGURE 18 LEFT SIDE VIEW Attach the chute crank rod assembly brackets to the plastic bracket on the left side of the thrower housing. Align the chute crank bracket beneath the rod support bracket and assemble both to the plastic bracket using two 5/16" x 1" carriage bolts, 5/1 6" flat washers, 5/1 6" lock washers and 5/1 6" hex nuts. D

7. Remove four screws securing the friction wheel rubber between the friction wheel plates. See Figure 32. Discard old rubber. 8. Reassemble the new friction wheel rubber to the friction wheel assembly, tightening the four screws in rotation and with equal force. It is important to assemble the rubber on the friction wheel symmetrically for proper functioning. 9. Insert the pin from the shift arm assembly into the friction wheel assembly and hold assembly in position. Refer to Figure 33. 10. Sli

21 CAUTIO ." Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: iMPORTANT Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers This snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury. & & Look for this symbol to point out ira= portant safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!