Background
The Craftsman Gas Snow Thrower 247.887900, manufactured by MTD for Sears, is a gas-powered machine designed specifically for snow removal. This model provides a variety of operational speeds, with six forward speeds and two reverse speeds, allowing users to control the direction and rate of travel. The shift lever, situated on the right side of the handle panel, enables easy navigation through different speed options.
The snow thrower also features an engine with a unique ignition key safety device that must be fully inserted for the engine to start. The choke control, located on the rear of the engine, assists in starting the engine, especially under cold weather conditions. The primer further enhances cold-start performance by forcing fuel directly into the engine's carburetor. The machine's oil fill allows for straightforward checking and adding of engine oil. The snow thrower is designed to be compliant with emission standards, maintaining its emission compliance for a specific number of actual engine running hours, depending on the engine displacement.
Technical Specifications
- Engine Certification: Meets CARB Tier 2 Emission Standards
- Emissions Durability Period: Moderate (125 hours), Intermediate (250 hours), or Extended (500 hours)
- Air Index: Lower number indicates cleaner engine
- Engine Displacement: less than 225 cc: Emissions Compliance Category C = 125 hours, B = 250 hours, A = 500 hours
- Engine Displacement: 225 cc or more: Emissions Compliance Category C = 250 hours, B = 500 hours, A = 1000 hours
Warranty
The warranty for the Craftsman Gas Snow Thrower 247.887900 is a two-year warranty. During this period, if the equipment experiences any failure due to defects in material or workmanship, it can be returned to the nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center for free repairs. In-home warranty service is also available, but a trip charge may apply. However, the warranty does not cover expendable items that become worn during normal use, repairs necessary due to operator negligence, engine cleaning or repairs caused by contaminated or oxidized fuel, or equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. To claim the warranty, the equipment must be maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the instructions in the operator's manual.