ELECTRIC START SNOW THROWER WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS Each SNOW THROWER has its own MODEL NUMBER found on the engine mount frame. Each ENGINE has its own MODEL NUMBER found on the BLOWER HOUSING. Always mention these MODEL NUMBERS when requesting service or Repair Parts for your SNOW THROWER. All parts may be orderedthrough Sears, Roebuck and Company Service Centers and most Retail Stores, GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: * PRODUCT -"SNOW THROWER" * MODEL NUMBER -536.886331 * ENGINE MODEL NUMBER -143.941001 * PART NUMBER * PART DESCRIPTION "Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider that Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians...Professional lechnicians specifically trained on Sears products, having the parts, tools and equipment to ensure that we meet our pledge to you...we service what we sell." SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 334224 07/28/94 Printed In U.S.A. 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, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS. IMPORTANT SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR SNOW THROWER IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. BEFORE USE • Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the snow thrower. Know how to stop the snow thrower and quickly. • Do not operate the wearing adequate Wear footwear that slippery surfaces. disengage the controls snow thrower without winter outer garments. will improve footing on • Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets. • Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow thrower is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects. • Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all snow throwers with electric drive motors or with factory-installed or optional starting motors. • Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snow th rower (such as electric starter kits, etc.). • Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk; never run. • This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks, driveways, and other ground level surfaces. CAUTION should be exercised while using on steep stoping surfaces. DO NOT USE SNOW THROWER ON SURFACES ABOVE GROUND LEVEL such as roofs of residences, garages, porches or other such structures or buildings. • Check all bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the snow thrower is in safe working condition. • Disengage clutch before starting the engine. • Let engine and snow thrower adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to clear snow. FUEL SAFETY • Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable. • Use an approved fuel container. • Check fuel supply before each use, allowing space for expansion as the heat of the engine and/or sun can cause fuel to expand. • Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors. • Replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel. • Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel to a running engine or hot engine. • Never store fuel or snow thrower with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. OPERATING SAFETY • Never allow children or young teenagers to operate the snow thrower and keep them away while it is operating. Never allow adults to operate the snow thrower without proper instruction. Do not carry passengers. • Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or white performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the snow thrower. • Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in reverse or backing up. • Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes. • Never operate the snow thrower without proper guards, plates or other safety protective devices in place. SAFETY RULES • Never operate the snow thrower near glass enclosures, automobiles, window wells dropoffs, and the like without proper adjustment of the snow discharge angle. Keep children and pets away. • Never operate the snow thrower at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing. • Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of the snow thrower. • Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting the engine and ...