Craftsman 247.88455.1 User Manual
Operator’s Manual
®
5.5 Horse Power
24-INCH 4-CYCLE 3-SPEED SNOW THROWER
Model No. 247.88455.1
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.
Visit our website: www.sears.com/craftsman
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
• ESPANOL P. 27
FORM NO. 769-01910B
7/27/2006
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty Statement .................................................Page 2
Safety Labels ...........................................................Page 3
Rules of Safe Operation ..................................... Pages 4-5
Set Up & Adjustment .......................................... Pages 6-7
Know Your Snow Thrower.................................. Pages 8-9
Operation ........................................................ Pages 10-11
Maintenance and Service .................................Pages 12-15
Off Season Storage & Troubleshooting ............. Page 16-17
Parts List .......................................................... Pages 18-25
Español ................................................................... Page 27
Service Numbers ...............................................Back Cover
WARRANTY STATEMENT
Two -Year Warranty on Craftsman Snow Thrower
For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Snow Thrower is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions
in the owner’s manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material and workmanship. If this Craftsman snow thrower is used for
commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 30 days from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not cover:
• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as skid shoes, shave plate and spark plugs.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according
to the instructions contained in the owner’s manual.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER TO THE NEAREST
SEARS PARTS & REPAIR CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.
TO LOCATE THE NEAREST SEARS PARTS & REPAIR CENTER OR TO SCHEDULE SERVICE,
SIMPLY CONTACT SEARS AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER
Horse Power: 5.5
Engine Oil: SAE 5W-30
Fuel: Unleaded Gasoline
Spark Plug:
Engine: Tecumseh LH195SP
Champion® RJ19LM
Model Number .............................................................
Serial Number ..............................................................
Date of Purchase ..........................................................
Record the model number, serial number
and date of purchase above
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AVOID SERIOUS INJURY FROM TIRE/ RIM EXPLOSION.
TO PREVENT OVER-INFLATION:
•
USE A MANUAL PUMP OR PORTABLE ELECTRIC
TIRE INFLATOR.
• NEVER USE AN AIR COMPRESSOR.
• INFLATE TIRE TO 20 PSI.
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the
personal safety and/or property of yourself and
others. Read and follow all instructions in this
manual before attempting to operate this machine.
Failure to comply with these instructions may
result in personal injury. When you see this symbol
HEED ITS WARNING!
Your Responsibility
Restrict the use of this power machine to persons
who read, understand and follow the warnings
and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
WARNING
A chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the auger housing with a mounting
clip. The tool is designed to clear a chute assembly of ice and snow.
This item is fastened with a cable tie at the factory. Cut the cable tie before operating
the snow thrower.
WARNING: Never use your hands to clear a clogged
chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain behind
handles until all moving parts have stopped before
using the clean-out tool to clear the chute assembly.
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SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit
chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type
of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable
of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.
WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the
personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before
attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING!
Your Responsibility: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings
and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
Training
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in
a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement
parts.
2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop
the machine and disengage them quickly.
3. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine. Children
14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised
by a parent.
4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.
5. Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury. Plan your snow-throwing
pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, bystanders and the like.
6. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets and children at least 75 feet from the
machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
7. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in
reverse.
Preparation
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove
all doormats, newspapers, sleds, boards, wires and other foreign objects,
which could be tripped over or thrown by the auger/impeller.
2. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation and while
performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects
which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
3. Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer garments. Do not
wear jewelry, long scarves or other loose clothing, which could become
entangled in moving parts. Wear footwear which will improve footing on
slippery surfaces.
4. Use a grounded three-wire extension cord and receptacle for all units with
electric start engines.
5. Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surfaces.
6. Disengage all control levers before starting the engine.
7. Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is running, except
where specifically recommended in the operator’s manual.
8. Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature before starting to
clear snow.
9. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself
or your clothes, which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes
immediately.
a. Use only an approved gasoline container.
b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
c. Never fuel machine indoors.
d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running.
e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
f. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom
of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion.
g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move
machine to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.
i. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open
flame, spark or pilot light (e.g. furnace, water heater, space heater,
clothes dryer etc.).
j. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
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SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
Operation
1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/impeller housing
or chute assembly. Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands
and feet.
2. The auger/impeller control lever is a safety device. Never bypass its
operation. Doing so makes the machine unsafe and may cause personal
injury.
3. The control levers must operate easily in both directions and automatically
return to the disengaged position when released.
4. Never operate with a missing or damaged chute assembly. Keep all safety
devices in place and working.
5. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
6. Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
7. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.
8. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel surfaces.
Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
9. Exercise caution when changing direction and while operating on slopes.
10. Plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge towards windows,
walls, cars etc. Thus, avoiding possible property damage or personal
injury caused by a ricochet.
11. Never direct discharge at children, bystanders and pets or allow anyone in
front of the machine.
12. Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast
of a rate.
13. Never operate this machine without good visibility or light. Always be sure
of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk, never run.
14. Disengage power to the auger/impeller when transporting or not in use.
15. Never operate machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces.
Look down and behind and use care when backing up.
16. If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine. Inspect
thoroughly for damage. Repair any damage before starting and operating.
17. Disengage all control levers and stop engine before you leave the operat
ing position (behind the handles). Wait until the auger/impeller comes
to a complete stop before unclogging the chute assembly, making any
adjustments, or inspections.
18. Never put your hand in the discharge or collector openings. Always use
the clean-out tool provided to unclog the discharge opening. Do not unclog
chute assembly while engine is running. Shut off engine and remain
behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging.
19. Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer (e.g.
wheel weights, tire chains, cabs etc.).
20. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and
good judgment. Contact your Sears Service Center for assistance.
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Maintenance & Storage
1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
Refer to the maintenance and adjustment sections of this manual.
2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting machine disengage all control
levers and stop the engine. Wait until the auger/impeller come to a
complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the
engine to prevent unintended starting.
3. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep
the machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for
any damage.
4. Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed the engine. The
governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine.
5. Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are subject to wear and
damage. For your safety protection, frequently check all components and
replace with original equipment manufacturer’s (OEM) parts only. “Use of
parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to
improper performance and compromise safety! ”
6. Check controls periodically to verify they engage and disengage properly
and adjust, if necessary. Refer to the adjustment section in this operator’s
manual for instructions.
7. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
8. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect
the environment.
9. Prior to storing, run machine a few minutes to clear snow from machine
and prevent freeze up of auger/impeller.
10. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open
flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer
etc.
11. Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper instructions on off-season
storage.
Do not modify engine
To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way. Tampering
with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate
at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor.
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ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped with the engine full of oil. After
assembly, see page 10 for fuel and oil details.
Removing From Carton
1. Cut the corners of the carton and lay the sides flat on the ground.
Remove all packing inserts.
2. The upper handle is packaged unattached to the snow thrower,
though connected by cables. Move the snow thrower and upper
handle out of the carton.
3. Make certain the carton has been completely emptied before
discarding it.
Before Assembly
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and Ground
it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
NOTE: Reference to right, left, front or rear of the unit is from the
operating position unless otherwise stated.
Setting Up The Handle
1. If applicable, remove cable tie securing upper handle to lower
handle for shipping purposes. Remove all protective plastic wrapping from handles as shown in Figure 1.
NOTE: Be careful NOT to remove the three loosely fitted cable ties
that will be utilized later to secure cables.
2. Loosen and remove the star knob, handle tab, and carriage screw
on each side of the lower handle. See Figure 2.
3. Slide one of the loosely fitted cable ties from the right side of the
lower handle up to the cross member of the lower handle. Leave
the second cable tie in place on the right side of the lower handle.
IMPORTANT: It will be necessary to lift the upper handle while sliding
up this cable tie to prevent damage to the cable.
4. Lift the upper handle up and position it over the lower handle,
aligning the holes where the star knobs were removed (1).
CAUTION: Be careful not to bend or kink the cables.
5. Insert a carriage screw from the outside through a handle tab, the
upper and lower handles, and into the star knob (2). Repeat on the
other side.
6. Tighten the star knobs on each side of the handle. Refer to Figure 3.
NOTE: The auger cable and speed control cable route down the left
lower handle from the speed control box. The drive cable is routed
across the top of the lower handle and down the right side of the lower
handle. See Figure 4.
7. Three cable ties have been used to loosely tie the control cables
to the lower handle, including the cable tie you relocated in step 3.
Position cable ties now, as in Figure 4, and tighten to secure cables
to the lower handle. Trim off excess material of cable ties.
Remove protective wrapping
Figure 1
Figure 2
Skid Shoe
The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted. Refer
to Figure 6 on page 8 for location of shave plate and skid shoes. For close
snow removal, place skid shoes in low position. When area to be cleared is
uneven, place skid shoes in the middle or high position. See Figure 5.
Figure 3
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Drive Cable
ASSEMBLY
Speed Control Box
NOTE: Operation of this snow thrower on gravel is not recommended as
loose gravel can be easily picked up and thrown by the auger causing
personal injury or damage to the snow thrower. If you have to operate it
on gravel, keep skid shoe in highest position for maximum clearance.
1. Adjust skid shoes by loosening two nuts and carriage bolts on each
skid shoe, and moving skid shoe to the desired position. See Figure 5.
2. Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is against the
ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes.
3. Tighten nuts and bolts securely.
Cable Ties
Figure 4
Figure 5
Auger Cable
Speed Control Cable
High Position
Middle Position
Low Position
Clean-Out Tool
This tool has been fastened with a cable tie to the rear of the auger housing
for shipping purposes. Cut and remove cable tie as instructed on page 3.
Final Adjustments
IMPORTANT: Check the adjustments as instructed and make any
final adjustments necessary before operating the unit. Check all nuts
and bolts for tightness. Failure to follow these instructions may cause
damage to unit.
Tire Pressure
The proper inflation pressure is 20 psi. Check the tire pressure periodically and maintain equal pressure in both tires at all times. Excessive
pressure (well above 20 psi) may cause the wheel (tire/rim) assembly
to burst with sufficient force to cause serious injury. Do not over-inflate
the tire. Use a manual pump or portable electric tire inflator to prevent
over-inflation. NEVER USE AN AIR COMPRESSOR.
WARNING: Over-inflating the tire with excessive pressure (well above 20 psi) may cause the tire/rim to burst
with sufficient force to cause serious pressure.
Auger Control Test
IMPORTANT: Perform the following test before operating the snow
thrower for the first time and at the start of each winter season.
Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows:
1. When auger control is released and in the disengaged “up” position, cable should have very little slack, but should NOT be tight.
WARNING: Do not over-tighten the cable. Overtightening may prevent the auger from disengaging
and compromise the safety of the snow thrower.
2. In a well-ventilated area, start the snow thrower engine as instructed on page 10 under the heading Starting Engine. Make sure
the throttle is set in the FAST position.
3. While standing in operator’s position (behind unit) engage auger.
4. Allow auger to remain engaged for approximately ten (10) seconds
before releasing the auger control. Repeat this several times.
5. With the engine running in the FAST
control in the disengaged “up” position, walk to the front of the
machine.
6. Confirm that the auger has completely stopped rotating and shows
NO signs of motion.
IMPORTANT: If the auger shows ANY signs of rotating, immediately return
to the operator’s position and shut off the engine. Wait for all moving parts
to stop before readjusting the auger control cable as shown on page 13.
position and the auger
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Know Your Snow Thrower
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Figure 6
WARNING: Be familiar with all the controls on the snow thrower and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine
and disengage them quickly.
NOTE: Compare Figures 6 & 7 with your equipment and follow descrip-
tion of controls, given below, to become familiar with their operation.
Drive Control
Located on the underside of the upper handle, the drive control is used
to engage/disengage wheels. Squeeze the drive control against the
upper handle to engage the wheels; release to disengage.
Auger Control
The auger control is adjacent to the upper handle. Squeeze the auger
control against the upper handle to engage the augers; release to
disengage the augers.
WARNING: Never make adjustments to the chute
assembly unless both auger and drive controls are
disengaged and the operator is standing beside the
unit.
IMPORTANT: Refer to Auger Control Test on page 7 prior to operating
your snow thrower. Read and follow all instructions carefully and
perform all adjustments to verify your snow thrower is operating safely
and properly.
Chute Handle
The direction of snow throwing corresponds to the direction of the
chute opening. Use the chute handle to turn the chute assembly in the
direction you wish to throw the snow.
Chute Knob
The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by either raising or
lowering the upper chute. Loosen the chute knob on the side of the
upper chute to adjust. Pivot the upper chute to desired position, and
retighten the chute knob.
Speed Selection Lever
Your snow thrower is equipped with a 3-speed power propelled drive
system. The speed is controlled by this speed selection lever, located
on the left side of the upper handle. Three speeds are provided.
With the lever all the way down, towards the engine, speed 1 is your
slowest speed.
IMPORTANT: To shift gears, the unit must be running and the drive
control must be released.
Shave Plate
The shave plate maintains contact with pavement as the snow
thrower is propelled, allowing snow close to pavement’s surface to be
discharged.
Skid Shoe
The space between the shave plate and the ground can be adjusted.
For close snow removal, place skid shoes in the low position. Use
middle or high position when area to be cleared is uneven or on gravel
surfaces.
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Know Your Snow Thrower
Muffler
Spark
Plug
Oil Fill
(yellow Cap
on engine block)
Gasoline Cap
Carburetor
Cover
Ignition
Key
Choke
Throttle
Control
Primer
Starter
Handle
Recoil
Starter
Oil Drain
Figure 7
Clean Out Tool
The clean out tool is provided to unclog the discharge opening. Do not
unclog discharge chute while engine is running.
WARNING: Before unclogging, shut off engine and
remain behind handles until all moving parts have
stopped completely. Never put your hand in the
discharge or collector openings. Always use the
clean-out tool provided.
Choke Control
OnOff
Activating choke control by turning it all the way to the right closes the
choke plate on carburetor and aids in starting engine. For information on choke usage, see page 10 of this manual. The image above
corresponds with the label on the engine identifying the Choke control.
Recoil Starter & Starter Handle
This motor is fitted with a recoil action pull start and a mitten grip
handle for easy access while wearing gloves or mittens.
Ignition Key
The ignition key is necessary for the engine to start. Insert key and
snap in place; do not turn it to start/stop the unit. Remove key when
the unit is not in use.
Primer
Depressing primer forces fuel directly into engine’s carburetor to
aid in cold-weather starting. Refer to the starting instructions in the
Operation section of this manual for proper primer usage. The image
below left, corresponds with the label on the engine identifying the
primer.
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Oil Fill
Remove oil cap to add oil. Refer to page 14 for checking and adding
oil instructions.
Gasoline Cap
Remove gas cap to add fuel. Unit runs on regular gas.
NOTE: This unit may include a fuel plug, which is only used during
assembly to keep dirt and debris out of fuel tank. Discard the fuel plug
before filling the fuel tank.
Throttle Control
The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates
the speed of the engine and will shut off the engine
when pushed down completely. The image to the
right represents the speeds of the throttle control and
corresponds with the label on the engine. The images
below illustrate the definition of each symbol.
STOP
Start/ Run/
Fast
Slow/ Idle
Engine Off
STOP
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Operation
Before Starting Engine
Engine Oil
The engine is shipped with oil in it. Check the oil level before first use.
For subsequent fill-ups, use the grade of engine oil specified on page
14. To add oil:
1. Remove the dipstick from the oil fill. Pour fresh oil slowly through
the plug. Replace dipstick.
2. Check and make sure that the level of oil is up to the FULL mark on
the dipstick.
Gasoline
WARNING: Gasoline is flammable and caution must
be used when handling or storing it. Do not fill fuel
tank while the snow thrower is running, when it is
hot or when it is in an enclosed area.
WARNING: Keep your snow thrower away from any
open flame or an electrical spark and do not smoke
during fueling.
1. Never fill the fuel tank completely. Fill the tank to no more than 1/2
inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for expansion of
fuel.
NOTE: This unit may include a fuel plug, which is only used during
assembly to keep dirt and debris out of fuel tank. Discard the fuel plug
before filling the fuel tank.
2. Always use clean, fresh, unleaded grade automotive gasoline. Fill
the fuel tank outdoors and use a funnel or spout to prevent spilling.
Make sure that the container from which you pour the gasoline is
clean and free from rust or other foreign particles. Make sure to
wipe off any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
3. At the end of the job, empty the fuel tank if the snow thrower is not
going to be used for 30 days or longer. Store gasoline in a clean
container and keep the cap in place on the container.
CAUTION: Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in
the fuel tank.
To Start Engine
WARNING: Be sure no one other than the operator
is standing near the snow thrower while starting or
operating. Do not operate this snow thrower unless
the chute assembly has been properly installed and
is secured.
NOTE: For location of all the engine controls referred to in this section,
refer to Figure 7.
For A Cold Start
1. Make sure that auger and drive controls are released. Attach spark
plug wire to spark plug.
2. Turn fuel valve on, if so equipped.
3. Move throttle control to FAST
4. Push key into the ignition slot so that it snaps into place. Do not turn key.
5. Rotate choke control to FULL
position.
choke position.
6. Push primer button while covering the vent hole. Remove your
finger from the primer between primes. Do not prime if temperature
is above 50º F; prime two times between 50º F and 15º F; and
prime four times below 15º F.
7. 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.
8. Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keeping a firm
grip on the starter handle, let the rope return to the starter slowly.
Repeat until engine starts.
9. As the engine warms up, rotate the choke knob slowly to OFF
position. If the engine falters, return to FULL choke, then
slowly move to OFF choke position.
10. Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes because the engine
will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature.
11. Operate the engine at full throttle (FAST) when throwing snow.
For A Warm Start:
1. If restarting an engine after a temporary shut- down, rotate choke to
OFF instead of FULL and do not prime. Pull starter handle as
instructed before.
Before Stopping
1. Run engine for a few minutes to help dry off any moisture on engine.
2. To avoid possible freeze-up of the starter, follow these steps:
Recoil Starter
a. With the engine running, pull the starter rope with a rapid,
continuous full arm stroke three or four times.
To Stop The Snow Thrower
1. To stop the wheels, release the drive control.
2. To stop throwing snow, release the auger control.
3. To stop engine, push throttle control lever to OFF
the key. Do not turn key.
WARNING: The temperature of muffler and the surrounding areas may exceed 150º F. Avoid these areas
STOP
and pull out
Clearing The Snow
CAUTION: Check the area to be cleared for foreign objects. Remove
foreign objects, if any.
1. Start the engine following starting instructions.
2. Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes as the engine will
not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature.
3. Rotate the chute assembly to the desired direction, away from
bystanders and/or buildings.
4. Making certain no bystanders or obstacles are in front of the unit,
squeeze the auger control completely against the upper handle to
fully engage the augers.
5. While the auger control is engaged, squeeze the drive control
completely against the upper handle to engage the wheels. Do not
“feather” the drive control.
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6. As the snow thrower starts to move, maintain a firm hold on the
handle, and guide the snow thrower along the path to be cleared.
7. Release the auger and drive controls to stop the snow throwing
action and forward motion.
NOTE: Your unit is equipped with a clutch in the transmission. If the
wheels stop turning while trying to discharge large volumes of snow,
immediately disengage the drive control and allow the rotating augers
to discharge snow from the housing. Reduce the clearing width and
continue operation.
8. On each succeeding pass, readjust the chute assembly to the
desired position and slightly overlap the previously cleared path.
Speed Selector Lever
Your unit is equipped with a 3-speed power propelled drive system.
Speed position 1, when the lever is depressed all the way down toward
the engine, is Slow. Speed position 2 is a little faster and 3 is the
fastest. See Figure 8.
Speed
Selector
Lever
NOTE: It is not recommended that you operate this snow thrower on
gravel as loose gravel can be easily picked up and thrown by the auger
causing personal injury and/or damage to the snow thrower.
4. If for some reason, you have to operate the snow thrower on gravel,
keep the skid shoe in the highest position for maximum clearance
between the ground and the shave plate.
5. Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.
Cleaning The Chute Assembly
The clean-out tool is conveniently fastened to the auger housing with a
mounting clip.
When snow and ice collect in the chute assembly during operation,
use this tool to safely clean the chute and chute opening. Follow the
steps below to operate it.
WARNING: Stop engine by moving throttle lever to
STOP
stop
stop before using the clean-out tool.
1. Release both auger and drive controls.
2. Stop the engine by moving throttle lever to stop
3. Remove the clean-out tool from the clip which secures it to the rear
of the auger housing.
4. Use the shovel-shaped end of the clean-out tool to dislodge and
scoop any snow and ice which has formed in and near the chute
assembly.
position and wait for all moving parts to
STOP
position.
Figure 8
To operate this function, follow these instructions:
1. Shift your snow thrower only while the engine is running.
2. Release drive control handle before shifting.
Positioning Discharge Chute
Loosen the chute knob and pivot upper chute to desired position.
the chute knob making sure the carriage bolt is correctly positioned.
Rotate chute handle to desired operating position. See Figure 9.
WARNING: Do not lift the snow thrower at any time
by the chute handle.
Operating Tips
1. For most efficient snow removal, remove snow immediately after it falls.
2. Discharge snow downwind whenever possible. Slightly overlap
each previous path.
3. Set the skid shoes 1/4” below the shave plate for normal usage.
The skid shoes may be adjusted upward for hard-packed snow.
Tighten
WARNING: Never use your hands to clean snow and
ice from the chute assembly or auger housing.
5. Re-fasten the clean-out tool, with the handle on the right side of the
housing, to the mounting clip on the auger housing. You can start
operating your snow thrower now. See Figure 9.
Clean-Out
Tool
Mounting Clip
Figure 9
Chute
Knob
Auger
Housing
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Maintenance & Service
General Recommendations
1. Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.
2. The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full
value from the warranty, operator must maintain the snow thrower
as instructed in this manual.
Periodically check all fasteners and hardware to make sure these
3.
are tight.
WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, lubricating or
inspecting, disengage all controls and stop engine.
Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against
the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear
safety glasses during operation or while performing
any adjustments or repairs.
Replacing the Shave Plate
and Skid Shoes
The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are
subject to wear. These should be checked periodically and replaced
when necessary
1. To replace, remove two carriage bolts and nuts securing each skid shoe
to the auger housing. See Fig. 10
2. Reassemble new skid shoes with hardware just removed. Make sure the
skid shoes are adjusted to be level.
3. To remove shave plate: Remove both skid shoes and hardware
including carriage bolts and nuts which attach shave plate to the
snow thrower housing. For location of shave plate, see Figure 10.
4. Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of the carriage bolts
are to the inside of the housing. Reinstall skid shoes. Tighten securely.
Carriage Bolt
Shave Plate
Lubricate
Shear Pin
Lock Nut
Figure 10
Cotter Pin
Skid Shoe
Carriage Bolt
Lock Nut
Lubricate
Servicing Augers
The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with four shear pins and
cotter pins. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is
designed so that the pins may shear. Refer to Figure 10.
If the augers do not turn, check if the pins have sheared. Replace, if
needed, with proper shear pins. Refer to item 42 on page 19 for part
number.
IMPORTANT: NEVER replace the auger shear pins with standard pins
or fasteners. Any damage to the auger gearbox or other components,
as a result of doing so, will NOT be covered by your snow thrower’s
warranty.
Lubrication
For a view of the lubrication points on the snow thrower, see Figure 11.
1. Lubricate pivot points on the auger control and drive control with a
light engine oil once a season.
2. Lubricate the auger idler bracket with a light engine oil once a season.
Engine
Listed below are general recommendations about maintaining your
snow thrower engine.
1. Before operating snow thrower, check the oil level.
2. Change engine oil after first two hours of operation and every 25
hours thereafter.
Figure 11
3. Clean spark plug and reset the electrode gap to 0.030” at least
once a season or every 100 hours of operation; replace every 200
hours of operation.
Check V-Belts
Follow instructions below to check condition of drive belts every 50
hours of operation.
1. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by
removing the self-tapping screw and pressing the plastic tabs to
release the belt cover.
2. Visually inspect for frayed, cracked, or excessively worn out belts.
Replace, if necessary, follow instructions below.
Replacing Belts
NOTE: There are two belts on this snow thrower: an auger belt and drive
belt. It is recommended that both belts be replaced at the same time.
1. Remove the spark plug wire from spark plug and ground it against
the engine to prevent accidental starting.
2. Drain gasoline from the gas tank below ½ tank or run the machine
below half a tank, or place a piece of plastic sheet underneath the
gas cap to prevent gasoline leakage.
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Bottom Auger
Housing Screw
Figure 12
Figure 13
Auger Cable
Adjustment
Bracket
Top Auger
Housing Screw
WARNING: Perform belt maintenance outdoors as
some gas may possibly leak from the carburetor even
though you placed a sheet of plastic underneath the
gas cap to prevent the gas cap from leaking.
Adjusting The Auger Cable
Periodic adjustment to the auger control cable may be required due
to normal stretch and wear on the belt. Adjustment is needed if the
augers seem to hesitate while turning, but the engine maintains speed,
or continue turning with the auger control disengaged.
1. Loosen the rear hex bolt on the cable adjustment bracket. See
Figure 12.
2. Slide the cable adjustment bracket backwards taking out the slack
in the auger cable.
3. Retighten the rear hex bolt
4. Start engine and verify auger control engages and disengages
properly.
NOTE: If auger continues to rotate with the control disengaged, shut
off engine and readjust.
Auger Belt
1. Loosen the rear screw on the auger cable adjustment bracket using
a 3/8” wrench and slide the bracket all the way forward to provide
maximum slack in the auger cable. See Figure 12.
2. Remove the belt cover screw using a 5/16 socket with extension
and slightly raise belt cover. You must also unclip the plastic tab
on the other side to raise this up. Do not attempt to remove the belt
cover from the unit at this time. See Figure 13.
3. Loosen the bottom auger housing mounting screw on each side
one(1) full turn using a 1/2” socket. See Figure 12.
4. Using the same socket wrench, remove the top auger housing
mounting screws on each side.
NOTE: The top auger housing screw on the left side also secures the
auger cable bracket and cable roller. Pay attention to its location and
how it is positioned for reference during reassembly.
5. Push down on the unit’s handle, this will allow the belt cover
to be easily removed and will give access for the following belt
maintenance procedures.
6. After removing the belt cover, slip the front auger belt off of the
engine pulley by pushing it forward and rolling in off of the pulley.
7. Push down on the unit’s handle further opening this area and
providing better access to the auger pulley. You may wish to place
a wood block under the auger housing to hold the unit open. See
Figure 14
8. Push the auger belt idler pulley in releasing the auger brake, which
is the tab that holds the belt onto the auger pulley. Remove the belt.
9. Replace with new belt after replacing the drive belt.
NOTE: If not replacing drive belt, then proceed to Step 5 in the Drive
Belt section.
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Drive Belt
NOTE: To replace the Drive Belt, you must first follow Auger Belt
instructions. Replace the drive belt before reassembling the new auger
belt.
1. Remove hairpin clip and pivot rod from unit. See Figure 15.
2. Maneuver control arm out and disconnect drive cable.
3. Pull idler pulley on right hand side out, releasing tension on drive
belt. Remove drive belt from idler pulley and transmission pulley.
See Figure 16
4. Rotate control arm in order to maneuver belt from unit. Remove
belt and replace with new belt.
NOTE: Be sure to maintain position of the multi-speed pulley
assembly so that the belt locator pin in the top position.
5. Reassemble in the exact opposite order.
6. After reassembly is completed, be sure to adjust the auger cable.
Refer to the “Adjusting Auger Cable” instructions on Page 13 of this
manual.
Checking Oil Level
Before operating snow thrower, check the oil level by following steps
below.
1. With engine on level ground, oil
must be to FULL mark on dipstick.
2. Stop engine and wait several
minutes before checking oil level.
Remove oil fill cap and dipstick.
3. Wipe dipstick clean, insert it into oil
fill hole and tighten snugly.
4. Remove dipstick and check. If oil is not up to the FULL mark on
dipstick, add oil.
Figure 15
Changing Oil
Change engine oil after first two hours of operation and every 25 hours
thereafter. In order to change oil, you will have to first drain the used
engine oil from the engine and then refill with fresh oil.
1. Drain oil while engine is warm. Remove oil drain plug located at the bottom of the recoil starter of the engine. Catch oil in a suitable container.
2. When engine is drained of all oil, replace drain plug securely.
3. Remove the dipstick from the oil fill. For location of the oil fill, see
Figure 7. Pour fresh oil slowly through the plug. Replace dipstick.
4. Check and make sure that the level of oil is up to the FULL mark on
the dipstick.
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30, etc.) improve
starting in cold weather, they could also result in higher oil consumption when used above 32˚ F. Check your snow thrower’s engine oil
level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running
low on oil. See the Viscosity Chart in Figure 17.
Figure 16
Figure 17
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