Craftsman 247.775880 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

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8.5 Horse Power

CHIPPER-SHREDDER

Model No.

247.775880

CAUTION: Before using this product,

read this manual and follow all Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.

Printed in U.S.A.

770-1228A
(3/98)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Content

Warranty Information
Safe Operation Practices
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance

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Service & Adjustment
Off-Season Storage
T rouble-Shooting
Repair Parts

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

One-Year Warranty on Craftsman Chipper-Shredder

For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman chipper-shredder is maintained, lubricated, and
tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner’s manual, Sears will repair, free of
charge, any defect in material or workmanship.

This warranty excludes blades, chipper blades, flails, air cleaners, spark plugs, catcher bags and tires which are
expendable parts and become worn during normal use.

If this chipper-shredder is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 30 days from the
date of purchase.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE
UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED

STATES.

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This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, II60179

ACCESSORIES

These accessories were
available when the chipper
shredder was purchased.
They are also available at
most Sears retail outlets, and
service centers. Most Sears
stores can order repair parts
for you when you provide the
model number of your
Craftsman chipper-shredder.

HORSEPOWER:
CRANKCASE CAPACITY;
FUEL TANK CAPACITY:
SPARK PLUG:
GAP
TIRE PRESSURE

Spark Air
Plug Filter

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

8.5 H.P.
26oz. SAE 30 ENGINE OIL

4 Quart (UNLEADED)

Champion (N4C)

24PSI

Engine Gas
Oil Can

Model Number

Serial Number..............................................................

Date of Purchase

.030

Record both serial number and date of purchase and
keep in a safe place for future reference.

Stabilizer

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247.775880............................

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Tow Hitch Kit

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SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the per
sonal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before
attempting to operate your chipper shredder. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in per
sonal injury. When you see this symbol—heed its warning.

Your chipper-shredder was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in

DANGER' nianuai. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the oper

' ator can result in serious injury. If you violate any of these rules, you may cause serious

injury to yourself or others.

WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

GENERAL OPERATION

• Read this owner's guide carefully in its entirety before
attempting to assemble this machine. Read,
understand, and follow all instructions on the machine
and in the manual(s) before operation. Be completely
familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
machine before operating it. Keep this manual in a
safe place for future and regular reference and for
ordering replacement parts.

• Your chipper-shredder is a powerful tool, not a
plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all
times. Your unit has been designed to perform two

jobs; to chip and shred vegetation found in a normal

yard. Do not use it for any other purpose.

• Never allow children underage 16 to operate the unit.
Children 16 years and older should only operate the
unit under dose parental supervision. Only
responsible individuals who are familiar with these
rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your
unit.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets. Stop the engine
when they are in the vicinity of the unit. Keep work
area clean and clear of branches or obstacles which
could cause you to stumble or fall.

• When feeding material into this equipment, be
extremely careful that pieces of metal, rocks, bottles,
cans or other foreign objects are not included.
Persona! injury or damage to the machine could result.

• Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles, during
operation and while performing an adjustment or

repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be

thrown from the machine.

• Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close fitting
slacks and shirt. Shirt and slacks that cover the arms
and legs and steel-toed shoes are recommended. Do

not wear loose fitting clothes or Jewelry and secure hair

so it is above shoulder length. They can be caught in

moving parts. Never operate a unit in bare feet,

sandals or sneakers. Wear gloves when feeding

material in the chipper chute or shredder hopper.

Never place your hands, feet, or any part of your body
into the shredder hopper, chipper chute, discharge
opening, or near any moving part while the engine is
running. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times. If it becomes necessary to push material into
the chipper chute or shredder hopper, use a small
diameter stick, NOT YOUR HANDS.
If it is necessary for any reason to unclog the feed
intake or discharge openings or to inspect or repair any
part of the machine where a moving part can come in
contact with your body or clothing, stop the machine,
allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug and move it away from the spark plug
before attempting to unclog, inspect or repair.
Do not operate unit while under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
The machine should only be operated on a level
surface. Never operate your unit on a slippery, wet,
muddy or icy surface. Keep your work area clean and
clear of branches or obstacles which could cause you
to stumble and fall. Do not overreach. Maintaining
proper footing and balance is essential to preventing
accidents.
Do not allow an accumulation of processed material to
build up in the discharge area as this will prevent
proper discharge and can result in kick-back from the
chipper chute.
Keep your face and body back from chipper chute to
avoid accidental bounce back of any material.
Do not transport machine while engine is running.
If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object or if
your machine should start making an unusual noise or
vibration. Immediately stop the engine and allow the
machine to come to a complete stop. Disconnect the
spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug.
Take the following steps.

a. Inspect for damage.
b. Repair or replace any damaged parts.
c. Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure

continued safe operation.

Never attempt to attach or remove catcher bag when
engine is running. Shut the engine off and wait for the

impeller to come to a complete stop. The impeller
continues to rotate for a few seconds after the engine
is shut off. Never place any part of the body in the
impeller area until you are sure the Impeller has
stopped rotating.

• M uffler and engine become hot a nd can cause a bum.

Do not touch.

• Do not allow leaves or other debris to build-up on
engine's muffler. The debris could ignite and cause a
fire.

• Do not attempt to shred or ch ip material larger than
specified in this manual. Personal injury or damage to
the machine could result.

• Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover over
carburetor air-intake is removed, except for
adjustment. Removal of such parts could create a fire

hazard.

• Only use accessories approved forthis machine by the

manufacturer. Read, understand, and follow all
instructions provided with the approved accessory.

• If situations occur which are not covered by this

manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your

dealer for assistance.

• Keep discharge chute deflector, chipper chute door,

and aii other guards and safety devices in place and

operating properly.

• Only operate unit in good daylight. Do not operate unit

at night or in dark areas where your vision may be
impaired.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of small children. Children are often attracted to
the chipper-shredder and the chipping and shredding
activity. Never assume that children will remain where you
last saw them.

• Keep children out of the work area and under the
watchful eye of a responsible adult other than the

operator.

• Be alert and turn the unit off if a child enters the area.

• Never al low children under the age of 16 to operate the

chipper-shredder,

least two minutes before refueling.

b. Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any

spilled gasoline before starting the engine as it
may cause a fire or explosion.

c. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other

sources of ignition.

d. Never refuel unit indoors because flammable

vapors will accumulate in the area.

e. Never store the machine or fuel container inside

where there is an open flame or spark such as a
gas hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer
or furnace.

• Never run your machine in an enclosed area as the
exhaust from the engine contains carbon monoxide,
which is an odorless, tasteless and deadly poisonous
gas.

• To reduce fire hazard, keep engine and muffler free of
leaves, grass, and other debris build-up. Clean up fuel
and oil spillage. Allow unit to cool at least 5 minutes
before storing.

• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain
the impeller and all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep wire away
from spark plug to prevent accidental starting. Do not
use flammable solutions to clean air filter.

• Check the blade and engine mounting screws at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also visually
inspect blades for wear and/or damage {e.g., bent,
cracked). Replace with blades which meet original
equipment specifications.

• Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.

• Never tarn per with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.

• After striking a foreign object, immediately stop the
engine, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark
plug, and thoroughly inspect the unit for any damage.
Repair damage before starting and operating unit.

• Do not alter or tarn per with the engine’s governor
setting. The governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed of the engine. Over-speeding the
engine Is dangerous and will cause damage to the
engine and to other moving parts of the machine.

SERVICE

• Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are extremely flammable and the vapors are
explosive.

a. Store fuel and oil in approved containers, away

from heat and open flame, and out of the reach of
children. Check and add fuel before starting the
engine. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while
the engine is running. Allow engine to cool at

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion egine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest­covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester
meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working
order by the operator.

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In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other
states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through
your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center (See the REPAIR PARTS section of this manual.)

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

Restrict the use of this fwwer machine to
persons who read, understand and follow the

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warnings and instructions in this manual and on
the machine.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FUTURE REFERENCE

ASSEMBLY

• Remove all loose parts Including owner's
manual. See figure 1.

• Roll chipper-shredder out of the carton.

• Make certain all parts and literature have been
removed before the carton is discarded.

LOOSE PARTS

(Refer to figure 1.)

a. Hopper Assembly
b. Discharge Chute
c. Chipper Chute
d. Catcher Bag
e. Bottle of Oil
f. Safety Glasses
g. Owner's Manual (not shown In figure 1)

TOOLS REQUIRED

1. 1/2" or Adjustable Wrenches

2. 7/16" or Adjustable Wrenches

3. 9/16"or Adjustable Wrenches

4. Funnel

IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline
or oil in the engine. After assembly, see
OPERATION section of this manual for proper fuel
and engine oil fill-up.

NOTE: To determine right and left hand sides of your

chipper-shredder, stand behind the unit with the
engine farthest away from you.

Your chipper-shredder has been completely assembled
at the factory, except for the hopper assembly, chipper
chute, discharge chute and the catcher bag.
These parts are shipped loose in the carton. A pair of
safety glasses and a bottle of oil are also included In
the carton.

UNPACKING FROM CARTON

• Cut the corners of the carton.

• Remove all packing inserts.

DISCONNECTING SPARK PLUG

• Disconnect the spark plug wire and move it
away from the spark plug before assembling the
chipper-shredder. See figure 2.

Spark Plug Wire

Figure 2

ATTACHING DISCHARGE CHUTE

• Remove the wing knobs from each side of the
discharge opening on the chipper-shredder. See
figure 3.

• Using two 7/16" wrenches, remove hex lock nut,
two spacers, and the hex bolt from top of the
housing assembly. For easy assembly, do not
remove the second spacer from the hex bolt.

• Place the discharge chute in position on the
discharge opening. Insert hex bolt and spacer

through hinge on discharge chute and housing

(spacer fits inside of hinge). See figure 3 inset.

• Place second spacer over hex bolt inside the
other part of the hinge. Secure with hex lock
nut. Tighten securely.

• Secure both sides of discharge chute to housing
using wing knobs that you earlier removed.
Tighten wing knobs.

ATTACHING HOPPER ASSEMBLY

Figure 4

To raise the hopper, hold the hopper by the

hand-hold and lift it up till it clicks into position.

To lowerihe hopper, hold the hopper by the

hand-hold and pull the release bar. The hopper

should drop down. See figure 5.

• Remove the 8-3/8” long hex bolt and the hex nut
from the bottom of the inlet guide opening. See
figure 4 inset.

• Place the hopper assembly on the ground and

hold it in the position shown in step 1 in figure 4.

• Holding the hopper, push hopper pivot door
down inside the hopper. See figure 4.

• Slide the hopper assembly towards the chipper
shredder housing so that the upper guide on the

hopper assembly slides under the stop washer

on each side of the inlet guide. See figure 4.

■ Align the two holes (one on each side) of the

lower hopper with the two holes (one on each
side) of the inlet guide. See figure 4 inset.

• insert the hex bolt (that you earlier removed)
from the left through the hole on the hopper and
the inlet guide. Insert the hex nut onto the bolt
from the other side. See figure 4 inset.

• Tighten the bolt till the lock nut is engaged.

Make sure to remove sideplay from the bolt, but
the hopper should be able to pivot.

Figure 5

The flap control rod is already attached to the hopper

at the top. The other end of the rod has to be attached

to the stop washer on the inlet guide. See figure 6.

• Raise the hopper till it clicks into position.

• Unscrew the shoulder bolt from the stop washer
on the inlet guide. See figure 6.

• Align the loose end of the flap control rod with

the stop washer on the inlet guide.

• Slide the shoulder bolt through the opening in

the flap control rod. Secure tightly. See figure 6.

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WARNING: This flap control rod is a safety

device to hold the flap in place inside the
hopper while shredding branches. Do not

operate the chipper'Shredder without

property attaching this flap control rod to the
unit.

Stop

Hex Washer*

Insert one each of the hex bolts, lock nuts, and
flat washers (that you earlier removed) through
each hole in the chute and the brace. Tighten
these bolts to secure brace to the chute.
Tighten bolts securing the brace to the lower
frame. These bolts had been removed earlier.
Tighten the three nuts on the weld studs.

Cupped

Chipper
Chute

Washer

* Do not remove these hardware from the inlet guide

assembly while attaching the flap oontrol rod.

Figure 6

ATTACHING THE CHIPPER CHUTE

• Your unit is shipped with one end of the brace
already secured to the lower frame. Loosen the
bolts securing the brace to the frame.

• Remove the three cupped washers and hex
nuts from the weld studs beside the opening on
the left side of the housing. See figure 7.

• Remove the two sets of hex bolt, lock nut, and
flat washer from the two holes on the upper end
of the brace as shown in figure 7.

• Place the chipper chute over the weld studs so
the slot on the chute is towards the bottom. Align
the three holes at the bottom of the chute with
the three weld studs.

• Secure with the three pairs of cupped washers
and hex nuts that you earlier removed. Do not
tighten the nuts at this time. Make sure to place
the cupped side of the washer against the
chipper chute.

• Align the holes towards the front opening of the
chute with the holes on the brace. See figure 7.

ATTACHING THE CATCHER BAG

Your chipper-shredder is equipped with a catcher bag
to catch the shredded material.

• To attach the bag, place the opening of the bag
over the chute deflector and the chute flange.
Make sure it completely covers the chute
deflector.

» Depress the plunger on the drawstring, and pull

on the drawstring until the bag is tight around the
chute opening. Release plunger to lock it into
position. See figure 8.

OPERATION

Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your chipper-shredder. Compare the illustration
in figure 9 with your chipper-shredder to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and
adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

The operation of any chipper-shredder can result in foreign objects being thrown into the
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses provided
with the chipper-shredder before chipping or shredding, or while performing any
adjustments or repairs.

OPERATING CONTROLS

(Refer to Figure 9.)
Release Bar
Used to release the hopper when raising or lowering.
Choke Lever
Used to enrich the fuel mixture in the carburetor

when starting a cold engine.
Starter Handle
Used to manually start the engine.

Hopper Assembly
Allows leaves and small branches upto 1" diameter to

be fed into the impeller for chipping and shredding.

Lower the hopper to collect raked material for

shredding.

Throttle Control

Regulates speed of the engine.
Chipper Chute
Allows bulky vegetation like stalks or heavy branches

upto 3” diameter to be fed into the impeller for
chipping and shredding.

Catcher Bag (not shown)

Used to collect the shredded material.

Rear Wheel Lock Lever

Used to lock the rear wheels from moving.

Stopping Engine

Move throttle control lever to STOP position.

Disconnect spark plug wire and move away from

spark plug to prevent accidental starting.

MEETS ANSI SAFETY STANDARDS

Sears chipper-shredders conform to the safety standard B 71.6 -1990 of the American National Standards Institute.

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WARNING: Before using your chipper

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shredder, again refer to the safety rules on
pages 3 and 4 of this manual. Always be
careful.

• Add oil if necessary. Replace dipstick and
tighten.

NOTE: Do not overfill. Oil bottle packed with unit

contains 26 oz. of oil.

GAS AND OIL FILL-UP

Oil (Packed with unit)

• Only use high quality detergent oil rated with
API service classification SF, SG or SH. Select
the oil's viscosity grade according to your

expected operating temperature. Follow the
chart below.

Colder

5W30

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30,

etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these
multiviscosity oils will result in increased oil

consumption when used above 32^F. Ched< the oil
level more frequently to avoid possible engine
damage from running low on oil.

Fill engine with oil as follows.

• Remove oil fill dipstick. See figure 10.

32°F

Warmer

SAE 30

Remove cap
and fill gas

Gasoline
WARNiNG: Experience Indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture wh/ch leads to
separation and formation of acids during storage.

Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine

while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel

system should be emptied before storage for 30
days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine
and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See STORAGE
instructions for additional information. Never use
engine or carburetor cleaner products In the fuel tank
or permanent damage may occur.

Fill gas tank with gas as follows.

• Remove fuel cap. See figure 10.

• Make sure the container (from which you will
pour the gasoline) is clean and free from rust or

foreign particles. Never use gasoline that may
be stale from long periods of storage in the
container.

• Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, lead-free

automotive gasoline. DO NOT use Ethyl or high
octane gasoline. See figure 10.

• Replace fuel cap.

With chipper-shredder on level ground, use a
funnel to fill engine with oil to FULL mark on
dipstick. Capacity is approximately 26 ounces.

Be careful not to overfill.
Check oil level.

WARNING: Do not fill closer than 1/2 inch

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• Check the fuel level periodically to avoid running

• If the unit runs out of gas as it is shredding or

of top of fuel tank to prevent spills and to
a How for fuel expansion. If gasoline is
accidently spilled, move chipper-shredder
away from area of spill. Avoid creating any
source of ignition until gasoline vapors have
disappeared.

out of gasoline while operating the chipper
shredder.

chipping, it may be necessary to unclog the unit
before it can be restarted. Refer to “Removing

the Flail Screen” instructions in SERVICE AND
ADJUSTMENT section,

STARTING ENGINE

WARNING: Be sure no one other than

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the operator is standing near the chipper
shredder while starting or operating the unit.

Do not operate this chipper-shredder
unless the chute deflector has been properly
installed and secured with hand knobs.

NOTE: To prevent the unit from sliding, place your

foot firmly against the tire.

Attach spark

• Attach spark plug wire and rubber boot to spark
plug. See figure 11.

• Place throttle in FAST position. See figure 11.

• Move choke lever to CHOKE position (in the
direction of the arrow) as shown.

• If restarting a warm engine after a short

shutdown, move choke lever to “No Choke”

position.

• Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly
until engine reaches start of compression cycle
(rope will pull slightly harder at this point). Let
the rope rewind slowly. Pull rope with a rapid full
arm stroke. Let rope return to starter slowly. See
figure 11.

• When engine starts, move choke lever to half
choke position until engine runs smoothly and
then to No Choke position.

■ If engine fails to start after three pulls, move
choke lever to No Choke position and pull starter

rope again.

• If engine fires, but does not continue to run,

move choke lever to Full Choke position and pull
rope again.

■ Move choke lever to OFF position as engine
warms up.

NOTE: A noise will be heard when finding the start of

the compression cycle. This noise is caused by the

flails and fingers which are part of the shredding
mechanism falling into place, and should be
expected. In addition, the flails and fingers will be
noisy after the engine is started, until the impeller
reaches full speed.

STOPPING ENGINE

• Move starter switch to OFF position.

• Disconnect spark plug wire and move away from

spark plug to prevent accidental starting.

USING YOUR CHIPPER-SHREDDER

WARNING: Do not attempt to shred or

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• If it becomes necessary to push material into the

chip any material other than vegetation
found in a normal yard (i.e., branches,
leaves, twigs, etc.).

The chipper-shredder is designed for two
different methods of operation.

a. Leaves and small branches up to 1/2"

diameter (maximum) can be fed into the
hopper assembly when it is in the raised or
lowered position. See figure 12.

b. Bulky material, such as stalks or heavy

branches, up to 3” in diameter should be
fed into the chipper chute. See figure 12.

WARNING: Do not put material larger

than is specified into the hopper, and/or into
the chipper chute. Personal injury or
damage to the machine could result.

chipper-shredder, use a smalt diameter stick ­NOT YOUR HANDS. The stick should be small
enough that it will be ground up if it gets into the
impeller assembly.

LOWER THE HOPPER ASSEMBLY

• To lower the hopper assembly, use one hand to

grasp the hand-hold at the top of the hopper
assembly and lift slightly. See figure 5.

• Pull up on the release bar, and lower the hopper

assembly to the ground. Release the bar. See
figure 5.

WARNING: Never remove chute deflector

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For best performance, it is important to keep the
shredding blade and the chipper blades sharp. If the
composition of the material being discharged

till the unit has completely stopped. Never

shut off the engine until all chipping is
completed.

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changes (becomes stringy, etc.) or if the rate at which
the material is discharged slows down considerably, it
is likely that the shredding blade and/or chipper
blades are dull and need to be sharpened or
replaced. Refer to Service and Adjustments section.

IMPORTANT:

the housing in the discharge area. If the flail screen
becomes dogged, remove and clean as instructed in
the Service and Adjustments section.

There is a flail screen located inside

Shred material upto 1/2 inch in diameter

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WARNING: The chipper-shredder

discharges materials with considerable
velodty. Keep away from the area around the
discharge chute. Always stop the engine and
disconnect spark plug wire w^en removing or
attaching the bag, changing containers, or

removing the shredded material. Wear safety
glasses and gloves whenever using your
chipper-shredder.

Chip material upto 3 inches

in diameter

Lower the hopper to collect
raked material for shredding

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

• Always observe safety rules when performing
any maintenance.

• The warranty on this chipper shredder does not
cover items that have been subjected to operator
abuse or negligence. To receive full value from
the warranty, operator must maintain the chipper
shredder as instructed in this manual.

• Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to maintain your unit properly.

• All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual should be checked at least
once each season.

• Follow the maintenance schedule given below.

• Periodically check all fasteners and make sure
these are tight.

WARNING: Always stop the engine and

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disconnect the spark plug wire before
performing any maintenance or adjustments.

Never remove discharge chute till the

engine has completely stopped.

CLEANING

• Clean the chipper-shredder by running water

• from a hose through the hopper assembly and
chipper chute with the engine running. Allow the
chipper-shredder to dry thoroughly.

• Wash the bag periodically with water. Allow to dry
thoroughly in the shade. Do not use heat,

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Engine Oil

• Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API
service classification SF, SG or SH, Select the
oil's viscosity grade according to your expected

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE

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Oil pivot points

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Clean shredder

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Check engine oil
Change engine oil

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Service air cleaner

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Clean engine

Reset spark plug

Clean muffler

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SERVICE

DATES

Operating temperature. Refer to page 9 of this

manual for viscosity chart.

• The four-cycle engine of your chipper-shredder
will normally consume some oil. Therefore,
check engine oil level regularly approximately
every five hours of operation and before each

usage.

• Stop engine and wait several minutes before
checking oil level. With engine on level ground,
the oil must be to FULL mark on dipstick.

• Change engine oil after the first five hours of
operation, and every twenty-five hours
thereafter.

To Drain Oil

Drain oil while engine is warm. Follow the
instructions given below.

• Remove oil drain plug. Catch oil in a suitable

container.

• When engine is drained of all oil, replace drain

plug securely.

• Refill with fresh oil. Refer to GAS AND OIL

FILL-UP section.

• Replace dipstick.

Air Cleaner
The air cleaner prevents damaging dirt, dust, etc.,
from entering the carburetor and being forced into
the engine and is important to engine life and
performance. The air cleaner consists of a pre
cleaner or foam filter, and a paper filter.
Never run the engine without air cleaner completely
assembled.

To Service Air Cleaner:

1.

Service pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of use,
or at least once a season.

2.

Service filter every 100 hours of use, or at least

once a season.

Service pre-cleaner and filter more often under
dusty conditions.

Remove wing nut and cover.
Slide pre-cleaner off filter. Clean the inside of
base and cover thoroughly.
Clean pre-cleaner as follows: (See figure 13.)

a. Wash in water and detergent solution, and

squeeze(donottwist)untilalldirtisremoved.
b. Rinse thoroughly in clear water.
c. Wrap in a clean cloth and squeeze (do not

twist) until completely dry, or allow to air dry.
d. Saturate with engine oil and squeeze (don’t

twist) to distribute oil and remove excess oil.

Foam Filter

Base

Paper Filter

Figure 13

NOTE: If the pre-cleaner is torn or damaged in any
way, replace It.

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• If necessary, replace paper filter (do not attempt
to clean). Install new filter on base.

• Slide pre-cleaner over filter.

• Install cover and wing nut.

• Tighten wing nut securely.

Clean Engine

• Clean engine periodically. Remove dirt and
debris with a cloth or brush.

• Frequently remove grass clippings, dirt and
debris from cooling fins, air intake screen and
levers and linkage. See figure 14. This will help
ensure adequate cooling and correct engine
speed.

Figure 14

• Yearly or every 25 hours, whichever occurs first,

remove the blower housing and clean the areas

shown in figure 14 to avoid overspeeding,
overheating and engine damage. Clean more
often if necessary.

Figure 15

NOTE: Do not sandblast spark plug. Spark plug

should be cleaned by scraping or wire brushing and

washing with a commercial solvent.

Muffler

WARNING: Do not operate the chipper

▲

A

shredder without a muffler, or tamper with

the exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or

spark arresters could create a fire hazard.

Inspect periodically, and replace if necessary. If
your engine is equipped with a spark arrester
screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for
cleaning and inspection. Replace if damaged.

WARNING: Always stop engine,
disconnect spark plug wire, and move It

away from spark plug before performing any
adjustments or repairs.

LUBRICATION

Lubricate the pivot points on the release bar, hopper
assembly, chute deflector and chipper chute once a
season using a light oil. See figure 16

NOTE: Cleaning with a forceful spray of water is not

recommended as water could contaminate the fuel
system.

WARNING: Temperature of muffler and

A

Spark Plug

• Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to .030"

nearby areas may exceed 150° F(65°C).
Avoid these areas.

at least once a season or every 50 hours of
operation. See figure 15. Spark plug
replacement is recommended at the start of
each season. Refer to engine parts list for
correct spark plug type.

Figure 16: Lubrication Chart

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SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS

REMOVING THE FLAIL SCREEN

If the discharge area becomes clogged, remove the

flail screen and clean area as follows.

• Stop eng I ne, ma ke ce rtai n the chipper
shredder has come to a complete stop and
disconnect spark plug wire from the spark plug
before unclogging the chute.

• Remove the two hand knobs on each side of
the discharge chute (also called the chute
deflector).

• Lift the discharge chute up, and keep it out of
the way.

• Remove two hairpin clips from the clevis pins
which extend through the housing. Remove the
clevis pins. See figure 17.

• Pull the flail screen from inside the housing.
See figure 17.

• Clean the screen by scraping or washing with
water.

• Reinstall the screen.

• Put the discharge chute back to its original

position and tighten the hand knobs.

NOTE: Be certain to reassemble the flail screen wifli

the curved side down.

• Remove the flail screen as instructed in previous
section.

• Using a 1/2” wrench, remove the chipper chute
by removing three hex nuts and washers. See
figure 17.

• Using a 7/16” wrench, remove the brace
(holding the chute to the frame) by removing the
hex bolts.

NOTE: When re-assembling, the cupped washer

goes on the slot toward the bottom of the chipper
chute with the cupped side against the chute.

• Rotate the impeller assembly by hand until you
locate one of the two chipper blades in the
chipper chute opening. Remove the blade, using
a 3/16" alien wrench on the outside of the blade
and 1/2" wrench on the impeller assembly
(inside the housing). See figure 18.

Slot

Blade

Chute Deflector

SHARPENING OR REPLACING

THE BLADES

Chipper Blades

• Disconnect spark plug wire and move it away
from spark plug.

fiarp Edge

Figure 18

• Remove the other blade in the same manner.

• Replace or sharpen blades.

• If sharpening, make certain to remove an equal
amount from each blade.

• Reassemble in reverse order. Make certain
blades are reassembled with the sharp edge
facing the direction shown in figure 18 (sharp
edge is assembled toward the slotted opening at
the bottom).

• Torque bolts and nuts to 250-350 inch-pounds.

Shredding Blade

The shredding blade may be removed for sharpening
or replacement as follows.

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Disconnect spark plug wire and move it away

from spark plug.

Lower the hopper assembly. Block up the

housing. See figure 19.

Weld Bolt

cause damage to the unit. The blade can be tested
for balance by balancing it on a round shaft
screwdriver or nail. Remove metal from the heavy
side until it is balanced evenly. See figure 20.
When reassembling the blade, tighten center
bolt to between 550 and 650 inch-pounds and
the two outer bolts to between 250and 350 inch­pounds, or lacking torque wrench, tighten
securely.

Figure 19

• Remove the six hex lock nuts and lock washers
from the housing weld bolts using a 1/2" wrench.

Separate the chipper-shredder into two halves.

• Remove the back-up plate.

NOTE: When reassembling, make certain the

embossed tab faces inward towards the impeller, and
opening on the back-up plate is toward the bottom of
the unit.

• Remove the two hand knobs and cupped
washers which secure the chute deflector. Raise
the chute deflector.

• Insert a 1/2" or 3/4" diameter pipe through the
flail screen into the impeller to keep it from
turning, or remove the flail screen and insert a
piece of wood {2 x 4) into the chute opening.

• Remove the two outside screws on the blade,
using a 3/16" alien wrench and a 1/2" wrench,

• Remove the blade by removing the center bolt,

lock washer and flat washer.

WARNING: Use caution when removing

àk

the blade to avoid contacting the weld bolts
on the housing.

When sharpening the blade, follow the original

angle of grind as a guide. It is extremely
important that each cutting edge receives an
equal amount of grinding to prevent an

unbalanced blade.
An unbalanced blade will cause excessive
vibration when rotating at high speeds and may

ADJUSTING CARBURETOR

WARNING: If any adjustments are made to

A

The carburetor has been pre-set at the factory and
should not require adjustment. However, if your
engine does not operate properly due to suspected
carburetor problems, take your chipper-shredder to
your nearest SEARS service center.

the engine while the engine is running (e.g.

carburetor), keep clear of all moving parts.
Be careful of heated surfaces and muffler.

ENGINE SPEED

The engine speed on your chipper-shredder has been
set at the factory. Do not attempt to increase engine
speed or it may result in personal injury. If you believe
the engine is running too fast or too slow, take your
chipper-shredder to the nearest SEARS service
center for repair and adjustment,

TIRES

Recommended operating tire pressure is 24 p.s.i.
(sidewall of tire may give tire manufacturers
recommended pressure). Equal tire pressure should
be maintained on both tires.

WARNING: Excessive pressure when seating

A

beads may cause lire/rim assembly to burst with

force sufficient to cause serious injury.

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OFF-SEASON STORAGE

Prepare your chipper-shredder for storage at the end
of the season or if the u nit wi 11 not be used for 30 d ays
or more.

WARNING: Never store machine with fuel

A

A yearly check-up by your local Sears service center

is a good way to make certain your chipper-shredder
will provide maximum performance for the next

season.

in the fuel tank inside of buiiding where
fumes may reach an open flame or spark,
or where ignition sources are present such
as hot water and space heaters, furnaces,
clothes dryers, stoves, electric motors, etc.

CHIPPER-SHREDDER

• Clean the chipper-shredder thoroughly.

• Wipe unit with an oiled rag to prevent rust (use a
light oil or silicone),

ENGINE

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits

from forming in essential fuel system parts such as

carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during
storage. Also, experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during storage.

Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine

while in storage.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty.

• Drain carburetor by pressing upward on bowl
drain which is located below the carburetor.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent damage
may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season,

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during

storage.

• Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container.

• Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container.

• Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the
carburetor.

• Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using
fuel stabilizer. Drain all the oil from the
crankcase (this should be done after the engine
has been operated and is still warm) and refill
the crankcase with fresh oil.

• If you have drained the fuel tank, protect the
inside of the engine as follows.

• Remove spark plug, pour approximately 1/2
ounce (approximately one tablespoon) of engine
oil into cylinder and crank slowly to distribute oil.

• Replace spark plug.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.

• Replace your gasol ine can if your can starts to
rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause
problems. Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not
store next to corrosive materials, such as
fertilizer.

NOTE: If storing in an unventilated or metal storage

shed, be certain to rustproof the equipment by coating

with a light oil or silicone.

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TROUBLE-SHOOTING

PROBLEM

Engine fails to start

Loss of power; operation erratic

Engine overheats

Too much vibration

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel

2. Spark plug wire disconnected

3. Faulty spark plug

4. Throttle control not in correct
position

1. Spark plug wire loose

2. Unit running on Choke

3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel

4. Water or dirt in fuel system

5. Carburetor out of adjustment

6. Dirty air cleaner

1. Carburetor not adjusted properly

2. Engine oil level low

1. Loose parts or damaged
impeller

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel

2. Connect wire to spark plug.

3. Clean, adjust gap or replace.

4. Move throttle control to FAST
position

1. Connect and tighten spark plug

wire

2. Move choke lever to OFF
position

3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with
clean, fresh gasoline.

4. Disconnect fuel line at
carburetor to drain fuel tank.
Refill with fresh fuel.

5. Contact your SEARS service
center.

6. Service air cleaner.

1. Contact your SEARS service

center

2. Fill crankcase with proper oil

1. Stop engine immediately and

disconnect spark plug wire.
Tighten all bolts and nuts. Make
all necessary repairs. If vibration
continues, have unit serviced by
a SEARS service center.

Unit does not discharge

Rate of discharge slows
considerably or composition of
discharged material changes

1. Discharge chute clogged

2. Foreign object lodged in
impeller

1, Shredding blade and/or chipping

blade dull

For repairs beyond the minor adjustments
listed above, please contact your nearest
SEARS service center.

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1. Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire,
clean flail screen and inside of
blower housing.

2. Stop engine immediately and

disconnect spark plug wire.
Remove lodged object.

1. Sharpen or replace blade(s)

PARTS LIST

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Key

No

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1

2 681-0118

Part No Description

770-1228A Owner’s Manual

11480 Stop Washer

inlet Guide Assembly

3 681-0144 Arm Bracket Assembly

4

710-0542 Hex Flange Bolt: 5/16-18 x

8.375" (Gr.5)

710-0607

5

Hex Washer Head Self-Tap­ping Screw: 5/16-18 x 0.5"

6

710-3256 Button-Head Screw 1/4-20 x

U.5
7 712-0429
8 712-3027
9 714-0104

Lock Nut: 5/16-18

Hex Flange Lock Nut: 1/4-20

Internal Cotter Pin
10 715-0129 Spiral Pin
11 726-0106

Cap Nut
12 726-0135 Speed Cap Nut
13 728-0175 Pop Rivet
14 732-0546

Torsion Spring
15 732-0629 Hopper Door Spring
16 735-0127
17

735-0651 Hopper Flap

Rubber Washer

18 736-0119 Lock Washer
19 738-0137A

20 738-0946
21 747-0531A

Shdr. Scr: .340 x .285 x 1/4-20
Shdr. Scr: .56 x .165 x 5/16-18
Rel. Rod: 5/16" dia.

22 747-0747 Hopper Door Rod

23 747-1124 Flap Retaining Rod
24

747-1125 Flap Retaining Ball
25 781-0492A
26

781-0633 Chute Flap Strip
27 781-0698
28 781-0715
29 781-0752
30

781-0754-0689 Upper Hopper

Hopper Pivot Door

Hopper Lock Bracket
Shredder Plate
Flap Mounting Bracket

31 781-0755-0689 Lower Hopper
32

738-0813
33

731-1899 Chipper Chute
37

710-0751
38

736-0173
39 712-3027
40 749-1004
41 710-0106
43 712-3010
44

736-0242
45

735-0249 Shredder Chute Flap
48 681-0068-0689

Shredder Axle

Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x .625
Flat Washer .28 l.d. x .74 O.d,
Flanged Lock Nut
Chipper Chute Support
Hex Scr. 1/4-20 x .625 (Gr. 2)
Hex Nut 5/16-18Thd. (Gr.5)
Bell Washer .345” l.d. x .88"

Chipper Chute Assembly

Key

No

49 726-0214
50

51
52 712-3027

Part No Description

Push Cap 5/8” dia.
734-0255 Air Valve
750-0793 Chute Hinge Spacer

Hex Ctr. Lock Nut 1/4-20 Thd.

53 714-0149B Internal Cotter Pin
55

720-0170 Hand Knob

56 710-0805
57

781-051 OB Shredder Frame

58

736-0366 Flat Washer 1.12 x .64 x .120

59 734-1845
61

736-0170 Special Lock Washer

63

681-0117-0689 Flail Housing Ass'y. — Inner

65 710-0157
67

—

68 781-0490
69

712-0411 Hex Top Lock Nut 5/16-24

Hex Bolt 5/16-18x1.5"

Wheel Assembly

Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x .75” Lg.
Engine, Tecumseh 143.988503

Chipper Blade

(Gr. 5)

70 736-0119
71

681-0030 Impeller assembly

LockWasher 5/16" l.d.

72 742-0571 Shredder Blade
73 781-0457-0637
74

681-0094

75

781-0735 Retaining Clip

76 715-0166
78

710-1054

79

710-3008

80 681-0004A-0689
82

7100825 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 3.75"
83 726-0211
85

711-0835 Clevis Pin
87 719-0329
88 711-0833B
89 710-1254

Shredder Screen

Discharge Chute Assembly

Spring Roll Pin

Flat Head Scr. 5/16-24 x .75"
Hex Bolt 5/16-18 X .75” (Gr. 5)
Flail Housing Ass’y. — Outer

U Nut 5/16-18

Flail Blade
Clevis Pin
Hex Patch Bolt 3/8-24 x 2.25”

(Gr.8)
90 736-0217 Lock Washer 3/8”
91

736-0247

92

7320306 Compression Spring

93

7300117 Flat Washer

94

714-0104

95

711-1304 Axle Shaft

96

7300160 Flat Washer

97

734-1797

98

7200299 Push Cap

99

747-0982

100

764-0501 Shredder Bag

Flat Washer .406” l.d, x 1.25”

Internal Cotter Pin

Complete Wheel: Grey

Lock Rod

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390 2^7

370J

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Key

No.

— —

— — RPM High 3450 to 3750 81 30590A

1

2 27652 Dowel Pin

4

5

15

15A 30700

15B 650494

16 33454 Governor Lever
17
18
19
20
25
26
28 30322 Lock Nut. 8-32
30 36283A
35 29826
36 29918
37
38 29642
40 40011
40

41
41

42
42 40014
43 27888

45 36897

47

48 34034
49 36896
50 35375
60 33273A
65
69 35262A
70 35376

71

72

75 35319

Part No.

RPM Low 1700 80

35385 Cylinder (IncL 2 & 20) 82

—

30969 Extension Cap 86

30699C Governor Rod (tncl. 15A & 87 650832

29916 Governor Lever Clamp

651028 Screw, Torx T-15, 8-32 x 3/8”

34663 Speed Control Spring
35319 Oil Seal
36460

650561 Screw, 1/4-20 x 5/8” 110 35187

29216

40012

40009 Piston & Pin /Assembly (std.)
40010

40013 Ring Set (std.)

651033 Connecting Rod Bolt

650128 Screw, 10-24x1/2"

35377
28582

Oil Drain Extension

15B)
Governor Yoke
Screw, 6-40x5/16"

Blower Housing BafOe

Crankshaft 120
Screw, 10-32 X 3/4”
Lock Washer 125 27880A
Lock Nut. 10-32

Retaining Ring 126
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (std.)
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.010’

os)

Piston & Pin Assembly (.010"
os)

Ring Set (.010" os)
Piston Pin Retaining Ring
Connecting Rod Ass'y (incl.

Valve Lifter
Oil Dipper
Camshaft (MCR)

Blower Housing Extension

Cylinder Cover Gasket
Cylinder Cover (Incl. 71, 75 &

80)
Crankshaft Bushing
Oil Drain Plug
Oil Seal

Description

Key

No.

83 30588A Governor Spool
84

89 32589
90 611090
92 650880

93 650881
100 35135
101
102 651024
103 651007

119 36448

125 27878A

126

127
128 650690
130 650694A

130A 650273
130B 651031

135 33636
139
140 650836
149 27882 Valve Spring Cap

149A 35862

150
151 32581
169 27896A
170
171
172 28425
173 36675A

173A 32446

174 650128
178 29752
182 30088A
184

Part No.

31845 Governor Shaft

35378

29193 Retaining Ring

650833 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-3/16"

610118 Spark Plug Cover

36449 Cylinder Head

34035 Intake Valve (std.)
34036

650691 Washer

33369 Governor Gear Bracket

27881 Valve Spring

28423 Breather Body
28424

33263 Carburetor to Intake Pipe

Description

Washer
Governor Gear Ass'y.

Screw. 1/4-20x1-11/16"

Flywheel Key
Flywheel

Lock Washer

Flywheel Nut

Solid State Ignition

Solid State Mounting Stud
Screw, Torx T-15, 10-24 x

15/16”
Ground Wire
Cylinder Head Gasket

Exhaust Valve (std.)

Exhaust Valve (1/32" os)

Intake Valve (1/32” os)

Belleville Washer
Screw, 5/16-18 X 2"
Screw, 5/16-18 x 5/8’
Screw, 1/4-20 x 9/16’

Resistor Spark Plug

Screw, 10-24 X 1/2’

Valve Spring Cap

Valve Spring Keeper

Breather Gasket

Breather Element
Valve Cover

Breather Tube

Breather Tube Grommet
Screw, 10-24 x 1/2”'

Nut & Lock Washer
Screw, 1/4-28 X 1"

Gasket

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Key

No.

185 34707
186 34667
200

203 31342
204
206
207
209 650821
215 35882
223

224
238 28820
239 27272A
240 37104
242 33267
245 33268

245A 35881

250 33269A
251

260
261
262

264A 650802

265 33272B
275 34185B
276 31588
277 650729

277A 651036

Part No.

34677

651029
610973

33878

650378

27915A

650513

36250
650788
29747B

Description

Intake Pipe
Governor Link
Control Bracket (Incl. 19,203

&204)
Compression Spring
Screw. TorxT-10, 5-40 x 7/16”

Terminal

Throttle Link
Screw, 10-32 X 1/2”
Control Knob
Screw, Torx T-30, 5/16-18 x 1-

1/8

Intake Pipe Gasket
Screw, 10-32 X 1/2”
Air Cleaner Gasket
Air Cleaner Bracket
Air Cleaner Bracket
Air Cleaner Filter
Air Cleaner Filter
Air Cleaner Cover
Wing Nut, 1/4-20

Blower Housing

Screw, 5/16-18 X 3/4’
Screw, Torx T-40, 5/16-24 x

21/32”
Screw, 1/4-20 x 5/8"

Cylinder Head cover
Muffler
Locking Plate

Screw. 5/16-18x3-3/16"

Screw, 5/16-18x3-31/32"

Key

No.

278
280
281
282
285 35985B Starter Cup
287 29752 Nut & Lock Washer
290 30962 Fuel Line
292 26460 Fuel Line Clamp
298 650665 Screw, 1/4-15 X 3/4’
300 34186A Fuel Tank
301 36246
305 35554
307 35499 O Ring
308
310
325 29443

327 35392
339
340 34259
341
342

370G 35274

370J

380

390 590746
400
416 34479A

900

900

Part No.

36908

36799A Heat Shield

33013 Starter Bubble Cover

650760 Screw, 8-32 x 3/8’

35540 Fill Tube Clip
36205 Dipstick

35880 Spacer

34258A

30063

35703 Throttle Decal

640112 Carburetor (Incl. 184)

36450B Gasket Set

—

Heat Shield Spacer

Fuel Cap
Oil Fill Tube

Wire Clip
Starter Plug

Fuel Tank Bracket
Fuel Tank Bracket
Screw, Torx T-30.1/4-20 x 1/2"
Oil Instruction Decal

Rewind Starter

Spark arrester Kit

Replacement Engine none
Replacement SB 756321,

Order 71-999

Description

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Carburetor

Key
No.

1 631776A
2
4
5
6
7 650506 Shutter Screw

10 632740

11

12 631184 Dust Seal Washer

13 631183 Dust Seal (Choke)

14

15 630735

16

17

18
20 640027
20A
25 631867 Float Bowl
27 631024
28 632019 Float
29
30 631021
31 631022
36
37
40 640114
44
47
48 631027

Part

No.

640112

631970 Throttie Return Spring
631184
631183
640109 Throttle Shutter

632043 Choke Return Spring

631753 Choke Shutter

632164 Fuel Fitting
651025

630766 Tension Spring

640053 Idle Restrictor Screw

631028 Float Bowl “0"-Ring

640113 Main Nozzle Tube
632547

27110
630748

Description

Carburetor (Inci. 184 of Engine Parts
List)
Throttie Shaft & Lever Assembly

Dust Seal Washer
Dust Seal (Throttle)

Choke Shaft &Lever Assembly

Choke Positioning Spring

Throttle Crack Screw/ldle Speed

Screw

Idle Mixture Screw

Float Shaft

Inlet Needle, Seat & Clip (Incl. 31)
Spring Clip

0 Ring, Main Nozzle Tube
High Speed Bowl Nut

Bowl Nut Washer
Welch Plug, Idle Mixture Well
Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent

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Recoil Starter 590746

1'^ I ^7

I

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Key
No.

1
2 590600 Washer
3
4 590601 Washer

5 590678 Brake Spring
6 590680

7 590412 Dog Spring

8 590681

11 590747

12 590535

13

Part

No.

590746 Recoil Starter
590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4)

590679 Retainer

590701 Starter Handle

Description

Starter Dog

Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass’y
Starter Housing Ass’y
Starter Rope (98” x 9/64” Dia.)

6

4

25

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(1-800-366-7278)

For in-home major brand repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

For the iocation of a

Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears

Maintenance Agreement or to inquire

about an existing Agreement

call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday-Saturday

1 -800-827-6655

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