Craftsman 88970 Support Question
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Question posted by bigabiomed on January 5th, 2013
Snowblower 88970 Won't Start
I only had this about 2 years now and rarely used it maybe once or twice and every year I run it completely out of gas before putting it away for the summer. A week before our first big snow I found the primer button was dry-rotted so I replaced and tried starting it up but nothing. The tank is full of fresh gas, the spark plug has spark, and the engine is cranking but it won't start, any ideas???
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Operation Manual - Page 1
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FORM1/0. 769-05136A
7/31/2009 Operator's Manual
CRRFTSMRH
26" SNOW THROWER
Model No. 247.88970
CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all
safety rules and operating instructions.
o SAFETY ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE PARTS LIST
o ESPANOL
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.
Operation Manual - Page 2
... operator'smanual. • Engine(fuelsystem)cleaningor repairscausedbyfuel determinedto be contaminatedor oxidized(stale).In general,fuel shouldbe used within30 daysof its purchasedate. • Normaldeteriorationand wearof the exteriorfinishes,or productlabel replacement. Thiswarranatyppliefosronly90daysfromthedateofpurchaisftehissnowthroweisreveur sedforcommercoirarel ntaplurposes.
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Operation Manual - Page 3
... on the machine,
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Planyour snow-throwingpatternto avoiddischargeof materialtoward roads,bystandersand the like. Usea... reverse. Neverattemptto make anyadjustmentswhileengineis running, exceptwherespecificallyrecommendedinthe operator'smanual. Neverallowchildrenunder...instructionsin this manualand on the machineand be used. Failureto do socan resultin serious injuryto ...
Operation Manual - Page 4
....Walk, neverrun.
• Disengagepowerto theauger/impellerwhentransportingor not in use care and good judgment.ContactCustomerSupportfor assistance and the nameof your ... all timesuntil fuelingis complete.Do notuse a nozzlelock...feet near rotatingparts,in the dischargeor collectoropenings.Do not unclogchuteassemblywhileengineis running .
• Allowengine to vibrateabnormallys, top the engine,...
Operation Manual - Page 5
.... • Observeproperdisposallawsand regulationsfor gas, oil,etc. Do notcrank...workingcondition.Also, visually inspectmachinefor anydamage. Priorto storing,run machinea few minutestoclear snowfrom machineand preventfreezeup of the...product hasan AverageUsefulLifeof seven(7) years,or 60 hoursof operation.At...any )
If a sparkattester is used, it to operateat unsafespeeds.Nevertamperwithfactory setting...
Operation Manual - Page 6
...while
machine
is running .
WARNING--GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before attempting to assemble and
operate i
WARNING--
ELECTRICAL SHOCK Do not use the engine's ...carbon
WARNING-- ROTATING AUGER Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in a poorly monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Read,understand,and followall instructionson the...
Operation Manual - Page 13
...Performall adjustmentsto verifyyoursnow throweris operatingsafelyand properly. In a well-ventilatedarea,start the snowthrowerengine.Refer to stop beforeadjustingthe augercontrol.
7. Positionthe bracketupwardto....
8. It shouldNOTbe tight. 2. Whilestandingin the operator'sposition(behindthe snow thrower),engagethe augers. 4. Whentheauger controlis releasedand in the FASTposition. 3. ...
Operation Manual - Page 14
...is t 2
the slowestand positionsix (6) is a safetydevice.It mustbe fully insertedin orderfor the engineto start the engine.Doingso may causeit to the CHOKEposition.Activatingthe choke controlclosesthe chokeplateon the carburetor and aids in use. Meets ANSi Safety Standards
CraftsmanSnowThrowersconformto the safetystandardof the AmericanNationalStandardsInstitute(ANSi).
14 KEY The key is the...
Operation Manual - Page 15
...(Joystick)is locatedon the left handle.Squeezethecontrol grip againstthe handleto engagetheaugersand start snowthrowing action.Releaseto stop.
THROTTLE CONTROL
DRIVE CONTROL/AUGER CONTROL
f...on the left .
* Tochangethe angle/distancewhich snow isthrown,pivotthe chute controlleverforwardto tilt the chute downand backwardto tilt the chuteup. GAS CAP Unthreadthe gascap to the left handle) and...
Operation Manual - Page 16
...rear of theauger housing,reinsertthe ignitionkey and startthe snow thrower'sengine. 6. Refastenthe clean-outtool to the ...whilethe engine ishotor running.Extinguishcigarettes, cigars,pipesand othersourcesof ignition.
1. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
NOTE:Allowthe ...refertothe stepson page 18. DO NOTuse E85gasoline.
stopped. 1. Use the shovel-shapedend of the augerhousing. 4. See Figure15
inset....
Operation Manual - Page 17
... off any moistureon the engine. 1.
Keepthe key in use the slowerspeedsuntil you are comfortableand familiarwiththe operationof the snow thrower. 2. 2. Alwayscover vent holewhen pushing.Coolweathermay requireprimingto be repeated. 4. Pull gentlyon the starterhandleuntil it to RUN position.If the enginefalters,restartengineand run with choke at half-chokepositionfor a short periodof time...
Operation Manual - Page 26
... clothesdryer.Avoidany areawith a spark producingelectricmotor,or wherepowertools are susceptible to rustprooftheequipment.Using a light oil or silicone,coat theequipment,especiallyanychains, springs,bearingsand cables. ... distributetheoil, and reinstallthe spark plug.
4. PREPARING ENGINE
PREPARING SNOW THROWER
Enginesstoredover30 days need to be drainedof fuel to prevent
deteriorationand ...
Operation Manual - Page 27
... disconnectsparkplug wire.Tightenall boltsand nuts.If vibrationcontinues, haveunit servicedbya SearsParts& RepairCenter.
1. Changefrictionwheelor contactyour SearsParts& RepairCenter.
1. Enginefails to start
Enginerunningerratically/ inconsistentRPM(huntingor surging) Excessivevibration
1. Sparkplug wireloose. 2. Wateror dirt in CHOKEposition. 2. Augercablein needof adjustment...
Operation Manual - Page 29
Craftsman Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88970
731-2643
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0
Clean-OutTool
2. 712-04065
FlangeLockNut
3. 756-0981B
Flat IdlerPulley
4. 710-0347
Hex Bolt,3/8-16x ...0338
Key Fiat Washer Oil Seal
43. 741-0661A
FlangeBearing
44. 918-0124A
ReducerHsg.-LH
45. 711-04284
Axle,Auger,26"
46. 684-04107-0637 SpiralAssembly-LH
47. 714-04040
BowTie CotterPin
48. 731-04870
Spacer
49. 741-0493A 50....
Operation Manual - Page 31
Craftsman Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88970
684-04112B
m=
W
HandleEngagemenAt ssemblyRH
2. _ 738-04367 3. 731-04894D 4. 684-04250
...RH Assy CotterPin
23. 712-04064
FlangeLockNut, 1/4-20
24. 732-0193
CompressionSpring
25. 790-00311A-0637 Shift Lever
26. 790-00248B-0637 PanelBracket
27. 738-04125
ShoulderScrew
28. 684-04311A-0637 ChuteSupportBracket
D=
O
946-04396A
SpeedSelectorCable
...
Operation Manual - Page 33
...0136
E-ring,Retaining, .875Dia.
13. 916-0231 14. 917-04209A
E-ring,.750Dia. Craftsman Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88970
656-04025A
D=
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DiscAssembly,FrictionWheel
2. 684-04153
FrictionWheelAssembly,5.50D
3; Hex Shaft,.8125,7-Tooth
...,1/4-20
24. 738-0924A
Screw,1/4-28,.375
25. 941-0245
Bearing,Hex Flangex .75ID
26. 941-0563
Bearing,Ball, 17x 40 x 12
27. ,746-04229
Clutch Cab!e,Wheel...
Operation Manual - Page 35
...14
125 710-04943 Bolt
35 intakeand exhaustvalve)
25 710-04940 Bolt
92 951-10663A BlowerHousing
26 710-04915 Bolt
93 736-04455 Washer
27 951-10642A MufflerShroud
94 710-04914 Bolt
28...710-04905 Bolt
47 951-10648 PushRod Kit(incl. Craftsman Engine IViodel ZS370=SUB For Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88970
1
951-11012 Bolt
70 751-11371 Gasket-CrankcaseCover
2
951-11054 ValveCover
72 710-04932...
Operation Manual - Page 36
... ZS370=SUB For Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88970
126 715-04088...
|= 0 =
DowelPin
127 951-10645A ElectricStarter
128 710-05003 Bolt
129 951-11109 130 951-10639 131 710-04945 132 710-04938 143 731-05696
BlowerHousingShield Primer Bolt Drain Bolt Starter Handle
155 751-11106 GovernorArm
156 751-11380 -- 951-10651
O-Ring FuelTankNipple(Not Shown)
-- 952Z370-SUB Engine,Complete...
Operation Manual - Page 37
...=
CarburetorinsulatorPlate
1
46
=
CylinderHeadGasket
1
90 951-10647 ValveKit
1
-- 751-11059A GasketKit, Complete(Not Shown) --
5
-- HeadCoverGasket
1
37 EmulsionTube
1
136
=
NeedleValve
1
137
--...
1
12
=
ExhaustValveSpringSeat
1
13
-- Craftsman Engine IViodel ZS370-SUB For Snow Thrower IViodel 247.88970
|=
0=
-- 951-11021 CarburetorKit, Major(Not Shown) --
133
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...
Operation Manual - Page 42
... lawn mower is displayed in accordance with an intermediate rating would equate to 10 to 12 years.
For engines less than 225 cc ...hours of actual running time. For engines of actual engine running time for 250 hours of 225 cc or more,...used 20 to 25 hours per year. makes this information available to be emission compliant for a specific engine family. This information is used...
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