Craftsman 247.888510 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

CRRFTSMRN

9 Horse Power 26” Two-Stage Track Drive

Snow Thrower

Model No.

247.888510

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.

Form No. 770-10051B

(9/98)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Content

Warranty Information Safe Operation Practices Assembly

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3 Accessories

Off-Season Storage Trouble-Shooting

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

Two -Year Warranty on Craftsman Snow Thrower

For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Snow Thrower is maintained, iubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner’s manual, Sears wiii repair, free of charge, any defect in materiai

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 SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

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, IL60179

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Horsepower; 9 Engine Oil

Fuel Capacity: 1 gallon Spark Plug; RJ-19LM Engine:

SAE 5W30 oil

143.999005

MODEL NUMBER

247.888510Model Number

Serial Number

Date of Purchase, Record both serial number and date of purchase and

keep in a safe place for future reference.

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SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

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 your snow thrower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol—

Your snow thrower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As

DANGER:''“'*^ any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious

injury. If you violate any of these rules, you may cause serious injury to yourself or others.

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, 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.

In the State of California the above is required by taw (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.)

heed its warning.

TRAINING

• Read this owner’s guide carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate this machine. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of this machine before operating it. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

• Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a snow thrower. Children 14 years old and over should only operate a snow thrower under close parental supervision. Only persons well acquainted with these

rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your

snow thrower.

• No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or while taking medication that impairs the senses or

reactions.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,

especially small children and pets.

• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially

when operating in reverse.

PREPARATION

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is

to be used and remove all door mats, sleds, boards, wires and other foreign objects.

• Do not operate equipment without wearing adequate

outer garments for winter. Do not wear jewelry, long scarfs or other loose clothing which could become entangled in moving parts. Wear footwear which will

improve footing on slippery surfaces.

• Before working with gasoline, extinguish all cigarettes and other sources of ignition. Check the fuel before starting the engine. Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. Do not fill the gasoline tank indoors, while the engine is running, or until engine has been allowed to cool at least two minutes. Replace

gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine as it may cause a

fire or explosion.

• Use a grounded three wire plug-in for all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors.

• Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surface.

• Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine

is running (except where specifically recommended by manufacturer).

• Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature before starting to clear snow.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during

operation or while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine in any direction.

OPERATION

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of discharge opening and auger at all times.

• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

• Do not carry passengers.

• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove wire from the spark plug and thoroughly inspect the

snow thrower for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower.

• If the snow thrower starts to vibrate abnormally, stop

the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

• Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the collector/impeller housing or discharge guide and before making any

repairs, adjustments, or inspections. Never place your

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hand in the discharge or collector openings. Use a stick or wooden broom handle to unclog the discharge opening. Take all possible precautions when leaving the unit unattended. Disengage the collector/impeller, stop the engine and remove the key. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain collector/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep away from plug to prevent accidental starting. Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting it and/or transporting the snow thrower in or out of building. Open doors before starting the engine in that case. Exhaust fumes are dangerous. Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes. Never operate the snow thrower without guards, plates or other safety protection devices in place. Never operate the snow thrower near glass enclosure, automobiles, window wells, drop off, etc., without proper adjustments of snow thrower discharge angle. Keep children and pets away. Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate. Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing. Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of unit while throwing snow. Disengage power to collector/impeller of the snow thrower when transporting it or when the unit is not in use. Use only attachments and accessories {such as wheel weights, counterweights, cabs, etc.) approved

by the snow thrower manufacturer.

• Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk, never run.

• Muffler and engine become hoi and can cause severe bum injury. Do not touch the muffler or the engine while starting or operating the snow thrower.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

• Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, etc., at frequent intervals for proper tightness, thus ensuring that the equipment is in safe working condition.

• Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present, such as hot water heaters, space heaters, clothes dryers and the like. Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

• Always refer to owner’s guide instructions for important details if the snow thrower is to be stored tor an extended period.

• Run machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of the collector/impeller.

• Check clutch controls periodically to verify that these engage and disengage properly and readjust if necessary. Refer to Service and Adjustments section page of this owner’s guide.

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.

Following are representations of some of the safety labels on your Craftsman snowthrower. Please follow the instruction on these labels and maintain safety while using or servicing the equipment.

AWARNING

1. STOP ENGINE BEFORE REMOVING

DEBRIS AND SERVICING UNIT.

2. KEEP CLEAR OF IMPELLER WHILE

ENGINE IS RUNNING

3. NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE AT BYSTANDERS OR WINDOWS OR ALLOW ANYONE IN FRONT OF UNIT

4. THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE AREA THE EQUIPMENT IS TO BE USED AND REMOVE ALL DOOR MATS, SLEDS, BOARDS, WIRES AND OTHER FOREIGN OBJECTS

5. REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR FULL INSTRUCTIONS

AVOID INJURY FROM ROTATING AUGER KEEP HANDS, FEET AND CLOTHING AWAY.

A I A I

\ \

DANGER

SHUT OFF ENGINE BEFORE UNCLOG GING DISCHARGE CHUTE.

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HARDWARE PACK

Lay the hardware pieces from the hardware pack on the figure here and you will have automatically sorted these according to the steps of the assembly procedure described later. (Only one unit of each hardware has been shown per group. The number in parenthesis indicates the total number of the hardware needed in that group.’

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ASSEMBLY

Traction Drive ^ Control / /

Chute

■ '-? ' /■

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Chute Crank

' Handle

Panel

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Handles

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IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped with engine oil, but

without gasoline, in the engine. After assembly, see

OPERATION section of this manual for fuel selection and fill-up.

NOTE: To determine right and left hand sides of your

snow thrower, stand behind the unit with the engine farthest away from you. See Figure 1 inset

Your snow thrower has been completely assembled at the factory, except the handle and the handle panel, the discharge chute assembly, the chute crank assembly and the shift rod. These parts are shipped

loose in the carton.

Removing From Carton

• Cut the corners of the carton and lay the sides flat on the ground. Remove all packing inserts.

• Remove all loose parts. For a complete list of the loose parts, refer to the following section.

• Move the snow thrower out of the carton.

• Make certain all parts and literature have been

removed before discarding the carton.

Loose Parts

(See Figure 1.)

a. Handle Panel and Chute Assembly b. Right Hand Handle

Figure 1

c. Left Hand Handle d. Two-piece Chute Crank Assembly e. Shift Rod

f. Hardware Pack

Assembly Tips: For easier assembly purposes,

remove the chute from the carton and lay it on top of the engine. Do not unwrap the chute till you have installed the handle panel and the clutch cables.

Tools Required

1. 1/2", 7/16”, 3/8” wrenches or a set of adjustable wrenches

2. Set of standard head screw drivers

3. Set of philips head screw drivers

4. Funnel to fill up gasoline WARNING: Make certain the spark plug

wire is disconnected and moved away from the spark plug before assembling the snow thrower.

Attaching Handle Assembly

• Stretch out control cables and place on the floor, Place the right handle in position with the flat side against the snow thrower. You can identify

the right handle by the traction drive control label on it and the left handle by the auger clutch control label on it

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Secure bottom hole on the handle to the snow thrower using 5/16 x3/4” hex bolt and lock washer from the hardware pack (group A on page 5 ). Do not tighten at this time. See Figure 2.

Lock Washer &

Place a handle tab, included in the hardware pack (group A), over the upper hole in handle so that the contour of the handle tab matches that of the handle. See Figure 2 . Secure handle tab to the snow thrower using hex bolt (5/16x1 -3/4" long) and lock washer from the same group in the hardware pack. Do

not tighten at this time.

Attach the left handle in the same manner. Do

not tighten at this time.

Place the handle panel in position between the

handles so the ends of the curved part of the

handies go through the slots in the handle panel.

While placing the handle panel, make sure to

route chute and chute cable between the handle

and the panel keeping the cable on top of the

engine. Align the holes in the handle with the

holes on the two sides of the handle panel. See

Figure 3.

• Attach the handie pane! to the handle with two carriage bolts, cupped washers (cupped side against the handle panel) and hex nuts on each side. See Figure 3. You will find these fasteners

in group B of the hardware pack. Align the

contour of the carriage bolt head with the

handle. Tighten the hardware.

Attaching Chute

• Place the chute assembly over the chute opening with the chute facing front of the unit.

NOTE: Make sure that the chute cables are

straightened while assembling the chute.

• Place the chute flange keeper (flat side down)

beneath lip of chute assembly as shown in Figure 4,You will find the chute flange keepers in group E of the hardware pack.

• Insert 1/4-20 hex bolt and flange nut (group E of

the hardware pack) up through chute flange keeper and chute assembly as shown in Figure

4. Do not tighten at this time. Rotate chute to install all the flange keepers.

Figure 4

• After assembling all three chute flange keepers, tighten, then back off 1/4 turn to allow easier movement of the chute. Use (2) 7/16" wrenches.

Attaching Chute Crank

• On the left side of the handle panel, place the upper chute crank bracket on to the inside of the handle panel support. Locate this bracket and associated harware in group F of hardware pack. See Figure 5.

• Insert hex bolt through the upper chute crank

bracket, handle panel support, and upper left handle. Secure the bracket using cupped washer and hex nut. Make sure that the cupped side of the washer is set against the contour of the handle.

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You may have to loosen the carriage bolts and hex lock nuts which secure the lower chute crank bracket to the extension on the left side of the chute assembly. See Figure 6.

chute crank and insert hairpin clip into eye hole at the end of the chute crank. See Figure 7. Slide the upper chute crank through the plastic bushing in the upper chute crank bracket and then into the lower chute crank. See Figure 8. Align the holes on the two pieces of the chute crank, and secure with hairpin clip from group C

of the hardware pack. Adjust the chute bracket so that the spiral on the

chute crank fully engages the teeth on the chute

assembly.

Using a wrench, tighten the hex bolt and the hex

nut on the upper chute crank bracket.

Fully rotate the chute, using the chute crank, to make sure that it moves freely. Tighten the nuts

on the lower chute crank bracket securely.

Place one 3/8 ID flat washer (from group G of

the hardware pack) on the end of the chute

crank, then insert the end of the crank into the eye hole in the plastic bushing in the chute crank

bracket. See Figure 7.

Figure 7

Place the other 3/8 ID flat washer (from the

same group of hardware) on the end of the

Slip the cables that run from the handle panel to the chute into the cable guide located on top of the engine. See Figure 9.

Figure 9

Tighten all loose hardware on the handle assembly in the following order — first the hex bolts at the bottom of the handle, then the carriage bolts and lastly the hex bolts on the rear of the handle panel.

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Attaching Clutch Cables

The clutch control cables are attached to the snow thrower. If the cables are attached to the top of the engine with cable ties, cut the cable ties now. The Z ends of the clutch cables are hooked into the clutch grips on each handle.

• Ensure there is a hex jam nut threaded all the way up the threaded portion of the Z fitting; extras are supplied in the hardware pack. See

Figure 10.

• Place the clutch grip in the raised (up) position.

Place the bent end of the shift rod into the hole in

the shift arm assembly. See Figure 11. Secure with

5/16 flat washer and hairpin clip from the hardware pack (group D on page 5). Start threading the ferrule (included in the same group in the hardware pack) onto the other end of the shift rod. It has to line up with the upper hole in the shift lever (beneath the handle panel). While aligning the ferrule, push down on the shift

rod and the shift arm assembly as far as it will go. Once the ferrule slides into the hole, turn it

counter-clockwise one more full turn and insert it

in the hole in the shift lever.

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Swing the left auger up making sure the cable is routed correctly in the cable roller guides located at the lower rear of the unit. Hold the end of the cable at the barrel so the ferrule turns freely without twisting the cable. Thread the ferrule on to the Z fitting. You may have to pull on the cable slightly to relieve tension. Keep the ferrule turning without twisting the cable. You will reach correct adjustment when there is minimal slack in the cable but it is not tight.Hold the flats on the ferrule with pliers and tighten the jam nut against the ferrule.

CAUTION: Cables will

become loose if you do not tighten the jam nut.

WARNING: There must not be any tension

on either clutch cable with the drive or auger clutch grip in the disengaged (up) position. These clutches are a safety feature. Do not override their function by allowing tension on either cable with the clutches disengaged.

Attaching Shift Rod

• Place the shift lever in the sixth (6) speed.

Figure 11

NOTE: It may be necessary to pull the shift lever out of

the sixth speed position and move it towards the fifth

speed position until the ferrule slides into the hole

without force.

• Secure the ferrule to the shift lever with another 5/16 flat washer and hairpin clip from group D of the hardware pack. See Figure 11.

• Make certain to check for correct adjustment of the shift rod as instructed in the Adjustment section before operating the snow thrower.

Attaching Turn Triggers

• Make sure that the right hand trigger cable is routed in front of the traction drive cable.

• Feed the trigger cable up through the outer side of

the slot in the handle panel. Do not feed the cable through the same side of the slot as the Z fitting.

• Place the cable barrel fitting into the hole in the trigger. You can find the triggers and associated

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hardware in group H of the hardware pack (on page 5). Pull on the cable and rotate it around the bottom of the trigger, with the inner cable in the slot, until the cable end can be pushed into the trigger housing and snapped tight. See Figure 12.

Note: When the cable is installed correctly, it should not be possible to pull cable out of the trigger housing.

• Place the right turn trigger in position underneath the right handle. Secure with screw and weld nut from group H of the hardware pack. See Figure 13. You will need a phillips screwdriver for tightening the screw. Repeat on ieft side.

• Secure the left turn trigger cable to the lower handle using the other cable tie. Make sure to route the cable tie below the auger drive cable

so that when the trigger cable is secured by the cable tie, the auger drive cable is left outside the cable tie. Trim excess ends from each cable tie.

NOTE: The right side cable tie must be used to keep cable from coming in contact with the moving shift arm from the transmission.

Lamp Wiring

• Wrap the wire from the lamp down the right handle. See Figure 15. Plug wire into the

alternator lead wire under the fuel tank (see inset).

Secure the right turn trigger cable to the right lower handle, using cable tie provided in the hardware pack. Make sure to route the cable tie

over the drive cable. See Figure 14.

Figure 14

IMPORTANT: Assemble your snow thrower, then

check the adjustments as instructed and make any final adjustments necessary

before operating the unit.

Failure to follow the instructions may cause damage

to the snow thrower.

Final Adjustments

Adjusting Auger Control

• To check the adjustment of the auger control, push forward the left hand clutch grip until the rubber bumper is compressed. There should be slack in the clutch cable.

• Release the clutch grip. The cable should be straight. Make certain you can depress the auger control grip against the left handle completely.

• If adjustment is necessary, loosen the hex jam nut and thread the cable in (for less slack) or out (for more slack).

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• Recheck the adjustment. Tighten the jam nut against the cable when correct adjustment is reached.

Adjusting Traction Drive Control

• To check the adjustment of the traction drive control and shift lever, move the weight transfer

lever to the transport position (shown in on) and

the shift lever all the way forward to sixth (6)

position.

• With the traction drive control released, pull the triggers up to the handle and then push the snow thrower forward to check that the tracks turn.

• Squeeze traction drive control against the handle

and pull the starter. The tracks should turn,

• Now release the traction drive control and pull the starter again. The unit should not move,

• Before proceeding with adjustment, check to make sure that the spark plug is

disconnected.

• If the traction drive control needs adjustment,

loosen the jam nut on the traction drive cable and thread the cable one turn. Recheck adjustment and repeat as necessary.

• Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached.

Adjusting Skid Shoe

The space between the shave plate and the ground can be changed by adjusting the skid shoe.

• Return weight transfer lever to normal position before adjusting skid shoes.

• For close snow removal, adjust skid shoes higher to minimize gap between the shave plate

and the ground.

• For snow removal from uneven ground like

gravel, adjust skid shoes downward to create sufficient clearance between the bottom edge of shave plate and the ground. See Figure 16.

• Adjust the skid shoes by loosening the four hex nuts and carriage bolts and moving skid shoes to

desired position. Make certain the entire bottom

surface of skid shoe is against the ground to

avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes. See

Figure 16.

• Retighten nuts and bolts securely.

NOTE: Cables are out of adjustment if augers

continue to turn when auger clutch is released and/or machine continues to run when drive clutch is released. For more details, refer to the Service and Adjustment section.

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Knowing Your Snow Thrower

Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your snow thrower. Compare with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and

adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses for operating the snow thrower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it.

OPERATION

Traction Drive Controi

Shift

;

Lever

Right

Turn

Trigger

Auger Control

Chute \ Distance \ Lever

Oii

Spark

Choke Plug \

Track

Auger

Skid Shoe

Figure 17

Meets ANSI Safety Standards

Sears snow throwers conform to the safety standards B71.3 of the American National Standards Institute {ANSI).

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operating Controls

(See Figure 17.)

Chute Crank

The chute crank is located on the left hand side of the

snow thrower. To change the direction in which snow is thrown, turn chute crank as foliows: turn clockwise to discharge to the left; turn counterclockwise \o discharge to the right.

Throttle Control

The throttle control is located on the engine. It regulates the speed of the engine.

Safety Ignition Switch

The ignition key must be inserted into the switch for the unit to start. Remove the ignition key when the snow thrower is not in use.

Left And Right Turn Trigger

The left and right turn triggers are located on the

underside of the handles and are used to assist in steering your snow thrower. Squeeze the right turn

trigger when turning right, squeeze the left turn trigger

when turning ieft. Operate your snow thrower in open areas until you become familiar with these controls.

Shift Lever

The shift lever is located in the center of the handle panel. It may be moved into one of eight positions:

a. Forwa rd—one of six speeds; position one (1)

is the slowest and position six (6) is the fastest.

b. Reverse—two reverse (R) speeds; R2 is

faster.

Use the shift lever to determine ground speed. Do not

shift to different speed while the unit is moving.

Auger Control

The auger control is located on the left handle.

Squeeze the auger control against the handle to engage the augers; release to disengage the augers. (Traction drive control must also be released.)

Traction Drive Control

The traction drive control is located on the right handle. Squeeze the traction drive control to engage the track drive; release to stop.

This same lever also locks the auger control so that you can turn the chute crank without interrupting the snow throwing process. If the auger control is engaged with the traction drive control engaged, you can release the auger control (on the left handle) and the augers will remain engaged. Release the traction drive control to stop both the augers and the track drive. (Auger control must also be released).

Chute Distance Control

The distance that snow is thrown can be adjusted by adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Move the chute distance control forward to decrease the distance, toward the rear to increase the distance.

Weight Transfer Lever

The weight transfer lever is located on the right side of the snow thrower and is used to select the position of the housing and the method of track operation. See Figure 18. Move the lever to the right, then forward or backward to one of the three positions.

a. Transporf—Raises the front end of the

snow thrower for easy transport. Using proper caution, this position may also be used on many gravel driveways to clear snow while leaving gravel undisturbed.

b. Normal Snow—Allows the tracks to be

suspended independently for continuous ground contact.

c. Packed Snow—Locks the front end of the

snow thrower down to the ground for hardpacked or icy snow conditions.

To Stop The Snow Thrower

• To stop the track, release the traction drive lever of the snow thrower.

• To stop throwing snow, release, the auger drive lever and the drive lever if engaged.

• To stop the engine, push the throttle control lever to OFF and pull out the ignition key. Do not turn key.

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Before Starting Engine

Fill Gas

WARNING: Gasoline is flammable and cau tion must be used when handling or storing it.

• Store gasoline in a clean, approved container

• Make sure that the container from which you

• Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded grade

• At the end of the job, empty the fuel tank if the

CAUTION: Experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol) or those using etha nol 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. 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 sea

son. See storage Instructions for additional information.

Do not fill fuel tank while the snow thrower is running, when it is hot or when it is in an

enclosed area.

Keep your snow thrower away from any open flame or an electrical spark and do not smoke while filling the fuel tank.

Never fill the fuel tank completely. Fill the tank to within 1/4"-1/2" from the top to provide space for expansion of fuel.

Always fill the fuel tank outdoors and use a funnel or spout to prevent spilling.

Make sure to wipe off any spilled fuel before starting the engine.

and keep the cap in place on the container.

pour the gasoline is clean and free from rust or

other foreign particles. automotive gasoline. snow thrower is not going to be used for 30 days

or longer. See storage instructions on of this

manual.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

To Start Engine

WARNING: Be sure no one other than

A. Electric Starter

For location of all the engine controls referred to in this section, see Figure 19.

Before starting, make sure that the engine has suffi cient oil. The snow thrower engine is equipped with a 120 volt A.C. electric starter and recoil starter. The electric starter is equipped with a three-wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current. Follow all Instructions carefully.

Cold Start

NOTE: If the unit shows any sign of motion (drive or

augers) with the clutch grips disengaged, shut the engine off immediately. Readjust as instructed in the

the operator is standing near the snow

thrower while starting or operating. Do not

operate this snow thrower unless the

discharge chute assembly has been properly installed and is secured.

Figure 19

Starting Instructions at a glancer

Snow Thrower

Electric Starter

Recoil Starter

Spark Plug wire

Connect

Drive Levers

Release Move to

Throttle control

FAST

Ignition Key

Push to

snap in

Push to

snap in

Choke Power

Cord

Move to FULL

Connect to source

—

Primer

Prime Pull

Starter

— Push

button

handle

After starting

1. Release button

2. Move Choke to Off

3. Disconnect cord

1. Release handle

2. Move Choke to Off.

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“Final Adjustments” section of the Assembly Instructions.

WARNING: The electric starter must be property grounded at all times to avoid the possibility of elec tric shock which may be injurious to the operator.

• Determine whether your house wiring is a threewire grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you are not certain.

WARNING: If your house wiring system is

not a three-wire grounded system, do not use

this electric starter under any conditions.

If your house wiring system is grounded and a three-hole receptacle is not available at the point the snow thrower starter will normally be used,

one should be installed by a licensed electrician.

When connecting the power cord, always

connect cord to starter on engine first, then plug

the other end into a three-hole grounded

receptacle.

When disconnecting the power cord, always

unplug the end from the three-hole, grounded

receptacle first.

Attach spark plug wire to spark plug.

Make sure that the auger drive and the traction

drive levers are in the disengaged RELEASED

position. Move throttle control lever to FAST position.

Remove the keys from the plastic bag. Push key into the ignition slot. Make sure it snaps into place. Do not turn key. Keep the second key in a safe place.

Rotate the choke knob to FULL choke position.

Connect the power cord to the switch box on the engine.

Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-hole, grounded 120 volt A.C. receptacle.

WARNING: Do not use primer while starting the engine with an electric starter.

Push down on the starter button until the engine

starts. Do not crank for more than 10 seconds at

a time. This electric starter is thermally protected. If overheated, it will stop automatically and can be restarted only when it has cooled to a safe temperature (a wait of about 5 to 10 minutes is required). When the engine starts, release the starter button and slowly rotate the choke to OFF position. If the engine falters, rotate the choke to FULL and then gradually to OFF.

Disconnect the power cord from the receptacle first and then from the switch box on the engine. Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes because the engine wiil not develop full power

until it reaches operating temperature.

• Operate the engine at full throttle (FAST) when throwing snow.

Warm Start

• If restarting a warm engine after a shut down, rotate choke to OFF instead of FULL and press the starter button.

B. Recoil Starter

Make sure that the engine has sufficient oil and the auger drive and the traction drive levers are released.

• Move throttle control to FAST position.

• Push key into the ignition slot so that it snaps into place. Do not turn key. Remove plastic bag and keep the second key in a safe place.

• Rotate choke control to FULL choke position.

• Push the primer button while covering the vent hole. Remove your finger from the primer between primes. Do not prime if temperature is above

50° F; prime two times between 50° F and 15° F; and prime four times below 15° F.

• Pull the starter handle rapidly. Do not allow the handle to snap back, but allow it to rewind slowly while keeping a firm hold on the starter handle.

• As the engine warms up and begins to operate evenly, rotate the choke knob slowly to OFF position. If the engine falters, return to FULL choke, then slowly move to OFF choke position.

• Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes

because the engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature.

• Operate the engine at full throttle (FAST) when throwing snow.

Warm Start

• If restarting a warm engine after a temporary

shut down, rotate choke to OFF instead of FULL and do nof prime. Press the starter button.

Frozen Recoil Starter

If the starter is frozen and will not turn the engine, proceed as follows:

• Pull as much rope out of the starter as possible.

• Release the starter handle and let it snap back against the starter.

• If the engine still fails to start, repeat the first two steps. If continued attempts do not free starter, follow the electric starter procedures to start.

• Avoid possible freezing of recoil starter and the engine controls.

Operating Snow Thrower

To Engage Drive

• With the engine running near top speed, move shift lever to one of six FORWARD positions or

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two REVERSE positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions that exist.

Use slower speeds until you are familiar with the

operation of the snow thrower.

• Squeeze the traction drive ciutch grip against the right handle and the snow thrower will move. Release it and the drive motion will stop.

To Engage Augers

• To engage the augers and start snow throwing, squeeze the left hand auger clutch grip against

the left handle. Release to stop augers.

• While the auger control is engaged, squeeze the

traction drive control to move, release to stop. Do

not shift speeds while the drive is engaged.

NOTE: This same lever also locks the auger control so

you can turn the chute crank without interrupting the snow throwing process.

• Release the auger control; the interlock

mechanism should keep the auger control engaged until the traction drive control is released.

• Release the traction drive control to stop both the augers and the track drive.

WARNING: To stop the auger, both levers must be released.

To Throw Snow

CAUTION: Check the area to be cleared for foreign objects. Remove, if any.

• Move the weight transfer lever to the right, then backward or forward to the desired position,

• Start the engine following Starting Instructions.

• Rotate the discharge chute to the desired direction, away from bystanders and/or buildings.

Move the chute distance control forward or backward to adjust the distance the snow is to be thrown.

• Select the speed according to the snow condition.

CAUTION: Never move the shift lever without first releasing the drive clutch.

• Engage the auger control and traction drive control levers following the preceding instructions.

• The interlock feature will allow you to remove your left hand from the auger control lever.

• When clearing the first pass through the snow, control the traction speed of the snow thrower according to the depth and condition of snow.

• To turn the unit left, squeeze left trigger; to turn

right, squeeze right trigger.

• On each succeeding pass, readjust the chute

deflector to the desired position and slightly overlap the previously cleared path.

• After the area is cleared, stop the snow thrower following instructions given below.

Operating Tips

NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes

as the engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperature.

Warning: The temperature of muffler and

▲

• For most efficient snow removal, remove snow

• Discharge snow downwind whenever possible.

• Set the skid shoes 1 /4" below the scraper bar for

• Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.

surrounding areas may exceed 150° F, Avoid these areas.

immediately after it falls. Slightly overlap each previous swath, normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted

upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust skid shoes downward when using on gravel or crushed rock.

Before Stopping

• Run engine for a few minutes to help dry off any moisture on engine.

• To a void possible freeze-up of the starter, f ol I ow

these steps:

Recoil Starter

a. With the engine running, pull the starter rope

with a rapid, continuous full arm stroke three or four times.

Electric Starter

a. Connect power cord to switch box, then to

120 Volt AC receptacle.

b. While the engine is running, push the starter

button and spin the starter for several seconds.

c. Disconnect power cord from the receptacle

first, then from the snow thrower.

NOTE: The unusual sound from pulling the starter

rope in the case of the recoil starter, or from spinning the starter in the case of the electric starter, will not harm the engine.

To Stop The Snow Thrower

• To stop the track, release the traction drive lever on the snow thrower.

• To stop throwing snow, release auger drive lever and drive lever, if engaged.

• To stop the engine, push throttle control lever to OFF and pull out the ignition key. Do not turn key.

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MAINTENANCE

General Recommendations

• Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.

• 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.

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

Customer Responsibilities

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

f ^ ^ ^ .A®'

Lubricate pivot points

H o

Clean snow thrower

o o

Clean shave plate

cc Q.

Clean skid shoes

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

^ ^ ^

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

f /

.dr SERVICE DATES*

Check V-belts

Check friction wheel rubber

Check engine oil

lU z

Change engine oil

C5 lU

Check spark plug

Check muffler

Empty fuel system

* Fill in dates as you complete regular service

y Check; service if needed

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Lubrication

For a view of the lubrication points on the snow

thrower, see Figure 20.

Sprocket Shaft

• Lubricate the sprocket shaft with grease at least once a season or after every 25 hours of operation.

IMPORTANT: Keep all grease and oil off of the

friction wheel and the drive plate.

Shifting Mechanism

• Lubricate the shifting mechanism and pivot points on the shift rod with engine oil at least once a season or after every 25 hours of operation.

Traction Drive Control

• Lubricate cams on the ends of the control rods which interlock the traction drive and auger controls at least once a season or every 25

hours of operation with grease. The cams can be

accessed beneath the handle panel.

Gear Case

• The gear case is lubricated with grease at the factory and does not require checking. If disassembled for any reason, lubricate with two

ounces of Shell Alvania grease.

Bearings

• Once a season lubricate the auger bearings and the bearings on the side of the frame with light oil. See lube chart below.

Check V-belts

Follow the instructions below to check the condition of the drive belts every 50 hours of operation.

• Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing two self-tapping screws.

• Visually inspect for frayed, cracked, or excessively worn out belts.

Check Friction Wheel

Follow the instructions below to check the condition of

the friction wheel rubber every 25 hours of operation.

• Remove the four self-tapping screws from the

frame cover underneath the snow thrower.

• Visually inspect the friction wheel rubber for excessive wear, cracks, or loose fit on the friction wheel drive hub.

• Also engage traction drive control and check if the friction wheel is making contact with the friction plate.

• If it does not make contact, adjust the traction

drive cable following adjustment instructions. Recheck the friction wheel.

• Replace friction wheel rubber if necessary.

Refer to instructions on page 22,

Engine Maintenance

Engine Oil

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG or SH. Select the oil’s

LUBE

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SAE viscosity grade according to the expected operating temperature.

colder

5W30 ^

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

etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi

viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your snow thrower’s

engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running tow on oil.

Refer to the viscosity chart for proper selection of engine oil.

Checking Oil Levei

Before operating the snow thrower, check the oil

level.

• With engine on level ground, the oil must be to FULL mark on dipstick.

• Stop engine and wait several minutes before

checking oil level. Remove oil fill cap and dipstick.

• Wipe dipstick clean, insert it into oil fill hole and

tighten securely.

• Remove dipstick and check. If oil is not up to the FULL mark on dipstick, add 5W30 oil.

Changing Oil

-32°

Viscosity Chart

warmer

► SAE30

Drain oil while engine is warm. Remove oil drain cap located at the bottom of the recoil starter of the engine. Catch oil in a suitable container. When engine is drained of all oil, replace drain plug securely.

Remove the dipstick from the oil fill tube. For location of the oil fill tube, see Figure 17 inset. Pour fresh oil slowly through the tube. Replace dipstick. Check and make sure that the level of oil is up to

the FULL mark on the dipstick.

WARNING: Temperature of muffler and

Spark Plug

■ Clean area around the spark plug base.

• Remove and inspect the spark plug.

• Replace the spark plug if electrodes are pitted,

• Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to 0.030"

• Spark plug replacement is recommended at the

NOTE: Do not sandblast spark plug. Spark plug

should be cleaned by scraping or wire brushing and

washing with a commercial solvent.

Electrodes

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

burned, or the porcelain is cracked. See Figure 21. at least once a season or every 50 hours of

operation. See Figure 21. start of each season. Refer to engine parts list

for correct spark plug type.

Change engine oil after the first two hours of operation and every 25 hours thereafter.

In order to do that you will have to first drain the spent

engine oil from the engine and then refill with fresh oil.

.030”

Gap

Porcelain

Figure 21

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SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: Always stop the engine, dis

connect spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug before performing any adjustments or repairs.

Never attempt to clean the chute or make any adjustments while the engine is running.

Adjustments

Traction Drive Control

Refer to the Final Adjustment section of the Set-Up Instructions to adjust the traction drive control. If you are not sure of proper adjustment, check as follows.

• Drain the gasoline or place plastic film under the gas cap if the snow thrower has already been operated.

• Tip the snow thrower forward and remove the four self-tapping screws that hold the frame cover underneath the snow thrower.

• With the traction drive control released, make sure that there is clearance between the friction wheel and the friction plate in all positions of the shift lever. See Figure 22.

NOTE: If you placed plastic under the gas cap, be

certain to remove it.

Augers

The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a foreign

object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so

that the bolts will shear. .

• If the augers will not turn, check to see if the bolts have sheared. Replace if necessary. See Figure 23. Two replacement shear bolts and hex lock nuts have been provided in Group D of the hardware pack . See page 5 .

With the traction drive control engaged, make sure that the friction wheel is making contact with the friction plate. Also make sure that the

overtravel spring is stretched.

If adjustment is necessary, loosen the jam nut on the traction drive cable and thread the cable in or out as necessary. Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached. Reassemble the frame cover.

To adjust the auger clutch, refer to Final Adjustment section of Assembly Instructions.

Chute Assembly

The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by adjusting the angle of the chute assembly.

Skid Shoe

The space between the shave plate and the ground

can be adjusted by adjusting the skid shoe. Refer to page 10 of this manual.

Shift Rod

To adjust the shift rod, proceed as follows.

• Remove the hairpin clip and flat washer from the ferrule underneath the shift panel. Remove the ferrule from the hole in the shift lever.

• Place the shift lever on the handle panel in the

sixth (6) speed position (all the way forward).

• Push down on the shift rod (and shift arm

assembly) as far as it will go. Hold it in this position. See Figure 24.

• Thread the ferrule up or down the shift rod as

necessary until the ferrule lines up with the upper hole in the shift lever.

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Figure 24

• Insert the ferrule into the upper hole in the shift iever from the right side when adjustment is correct. Secure with the fiat washer and the hairpin clip that you had earlier removed. See

Figure 24.

• Check for correct adjustment of the traction drive control as instructed in the Finai Adjustment section.

Service

Shave Plate And Skid Shoes

The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear. They shouid be checked periodically and replaced when necessary.

• To remove skid shoes, remove the two carriage bolts, belleville washers and hex nuts (on each side) which attach them to the snow thrower.

• Reassemble new skid shoes with the hardware earlier removed. Make sure to insert the cupped side of the washer against the skid shoe so that the skid shoe is adjusted to be level.

• To remove shave plate, remove the carriage bolts, belleville washers and hex nuts which attach it to the snow thrower housing.

Reassemble new shave plate, making sure heads of the carriage bolts are to the inside of

the housing. Tighten securely.

Belt Removal And Replacement

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire

from the spark plug and ground it.

Auger Drive Belts

• Disconnect the chute crank at the chute assembly by removing the cotter pin and the flat washer.

• Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing two self-tapping screws. See Figure 25.

Self-Tapping

' Screw

Self-Tapping Screw

Figure 25

Unthread the bottom of the auger cable from the

top of the cable, leaving the hex nut in place.

Remove the six lock washers and hex nuts which attach the auger housing assembly to the frame. See Figure 26. (Only two pairs of lock washers and hex nuts are shown in the figure.)

Lock Washer and Hex Nut

Track

Figure 26

Separate the housing from the frame assembly by standing in the operating position and lifting up on the handles. The frame and housing will separate and the rear auger drive belt will come off the pulleys.

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Figure 27

• To remove the front auger drive belt, push the idler pulley to the left and lift front auger drive belt from the front auger pulley. See Figure 27.

Replace both auger drive belts by following the

preceding instructions.

NOTE; When reassembling the two halves of the unit,

make sure that the auger drive cable is routed through the cable roller guide.

Drive Belt

• Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the

engine by removing the two self-tapping screws. See Figure 25.

• Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or

place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.

• Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housing.

• Remove four self-tapping screws from the frame

cover underneath the snow thrower. '

• Pulling the idler pulley upward, roll the belt off

the idler pulley and the engine pulley and lift belt

off friction wheel disc. See Figure 28.

• Back out the stop bolt until the support bracket drops on the auger pulley. See Figure 28.

• Slip belt between friction wheel and friction disc plate and remove the belt. See Figure 28.

• Reassemble with new drive belt.

NOTE: The support bracket must rest on the stop bolt

after the new belt has been assembled. See Figure 28.

Friction Wheei Rubber

The rubber on the friction wheel is subject to wear and should be checked after the first 25 hours of operation and periodically thereafter. Replace the friction wheei

rubber if any signs of wear or cracking are found.

• Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.

• Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that it

rests on the housing.

• Remove four screws from the frame cover

underneath the snow thrower. See Figure 25.

• Using a 7/8" wrench to hoid the shaft, loosen,

but do not completely remove, the hex bolt and bell washer from the left end of the shaft.

Friction Wheei Disc

Remove old

belt from

here

Support Bracket

Figure 28

Friction Wheel

Auger

ulley

Figure 29

Move the weight transfer lever to the packed

snow position. Refer to Figure 18.

Lightly tap the head of the bolt to dislodge the ball bearing from the right side of the frame; then remove the hex bolt and the bell washer from left end of the shaft. Sliding the shaft to the right, remove the spacer, the sprocket and the friction wheel assembly from the shaft. See Figure 30.

Remove the six screws from the friction wheel assembly (three from each side). Remove the friction wheel rubber from between the friction

wheel plate.

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Reassemble the new friction wheel rubber to the friction wheel assembly tightening the six screws in rotation and with equal force.

Position the friction wheel assembly up onto the pin of the shift rod assembly and slide the shaft through the friction wheel. See Figure 30.

Slide the shaft into the hex I.D. of the sprocket, the spacer and the left ball bearing and secure with the bell washer and hex bolt.

Carburetor

WARNING: If any adjustments are made to

If you think the carburetor needs to be adjusted, see your nearest authorized Tecumseh Service Outlet.

the engine while the engine is running (e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all moving parts.

Be careful of heated surfaces and muffler.

ACCESSORIES

These accessories were available when the snow thrower was purchased. They are also available at most

Sears retail outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you when you provide the model number of your snow thrower.

Spark Plug

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OFF-SEASON STORAGE

tf your snow thrower is left unused for 30 days or longer, it needs to be prepared for storage. Also, at the end of the snow season, you should follow the same set of instructions and store the snow thrower

properly for the off-season. Proper storage ensures

longer life of the snow thrower.

Preparing Engine

WARNING: Never store snow thrower with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated

To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be

emptiedbe\ore storage for 30 days or longer. Follow

these instructions to prepare your snow thrower for storage;

• Remove all gasoline from the carburetor and the

areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or gas appliance.

It is important to prevent gum deposits from

forming in essential fuel system parts of the

engine such as the 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.

fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunction of the engine.

WARNING: Drain fuel into approved

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL) 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 mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the carburetor. Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

• Remove the spark plug and pour one (1) ounce

container outdoors, away from any open flame. Be certain engine is cool. Do not smoke.

Fuel left in engine during warm weather deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems.

Run the engine until the fuel tank Is empty and it

stops due to lack of fuel.

Drain carburetor by pressing upward on bowl drain, located below the carburetor cover. See Figure 31.

WARNING: Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. Never use engine or carburetor cleaning products in the fuel tank

or permanent damage may occur.

of engine oil through the spark plug hole into the

cylinder. Crank the engine several times to

distribute the oil. Replace spark plug.

Preparing Snow Thrower

• When storing the snow thrower in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should

be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any chains, springs, bearings and cables.

• Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and equipment.

• Follow lubrication recommendations on .

• Store in a clean, dry area.

Figure 31

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TROUBLE-SHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE

Shift iever not locking into the sixth speed

Engine fails to start

Engine runs erratic. 1. Unit running on choke

Loss of power

Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low.

Excessive vibration 1. Loose parts or auger damaged

Hard to shift speed, or

will not shift

1. Shift rod out of adjustment

1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel

2. Fuel shut-off valve closed

3. Ignition key not in switch or engine

4. Spark plug wire disconnected

5. Blocked fuel line

6. Faulty spark plug

2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel

3. Water or dirt in fuel system.

4. Carburetor out of adjustment

1. Spark plug wire loose

2. Gas cap vent hole plugged

2, Carburetor not adjusted properly

1. Shift rod not adjusted 1. Readjust shift rod.

2. Hex shaft not lubricated

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. Remove washer and pin. Turn ferrule clockwise one turn and reinstall.

1. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

2. Open valve.

3. Insert key,

4. Connect spark plug wire-

5. Clean fuel line.

6. Clean, adjust gap or replace.

1. Turn choke to off position.

2. Clean fuel line, fill tank with fresh fuel.

3. Drain carburetor following instructions on

page 24. Refill with fresh fuel.

4. Contact Sears service center.

1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

2. Remove ice and snow from cap. Make sure

that the vent hole is clear.

1. Fill crankcase with proper engine oil.

2. Contact Sears service center.

1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire. Tighten all nuts and bolts. Check for the source of vibration, Make alt

necessary repairs. If vibration persists, contact Sears service center.

2. Lubricate sprocket shaft.

Unit fails to propel itself

Unit fails to discharge snow

Track does not turn

1. Incorrect adjustment of drive clutch

2. Drive belt loose or damaged

1. Auger shear bolt broken 1. Replace shear bolt.

2. Discharge chute clogged

3. Foreign object lodged in auger.

4. Auger drive clutch cable not adjusted.

5. Auger drive belt loose or damaged. 1, Track control cable not inserted.

2. Lower cable bracket not fully positioned against

gear box.

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

1. Adjust drive clutch.

2. Replace drive belt.

2. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire and clean discharge chute and inside of auger

housing.

3. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire and remove object from auger.

4. Adjust properly.

5. Replace belt.

1. Insert the cable completely into the trigger assembly.

2. Loosen two self-tapping screws on each slot of bracket. Retighten making sure that the

bolt is completely at the bottom of the slot.

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PARTS LIST

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.888510

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Key

No.

Part No.

629-0058 684-0008A-

Description

Harness for Headlight Shift Arm Assembly

0637

684-0053

684-0066

5 684-0102

Chute Crank Assembly Hardware Pack* Handle Panel Assembly w/

Tilt

684-0111

Handle Assembly Engagement (L.H.)

7 684-0112

Handle Assembly

Engagement (R.H.) 8 710-0262 9

710-0442

710-0451

710-0459

710-0599

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18x1.50

Hex Bolt 5/16-18 X 1.5

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x.75

Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 1.5

Hex Washer Hd. TT Screw

1/4-20 X 0.5”

710-0896

710-1003 15 711-0653 16

712-0116 17

712-0415 18

712-0429

19 712-3010

714-0507

715-0138 Roll Pin

720-0201A 23 720-0300 24

725-1300 25 726-0100 26 731-1300A 27

731-1313B 28 731-1317 29

731-1320 Upper Chute 30 731-1773A 31

732-0145 32

732-0193 33

732-0705 34

732-0746 Torsion Spring

Hex AB Tap Screw 1/4 x .62

Hex B-Tapp Screw # 10-16 X .62 Clevis Pin Hex Ins. Lock Nut 3/8-24 Self Threading Nut Lock Nut 5/16-18 Hex Nut Cotter Pin

Chute Crank Knob Shift Knob Headlight Push Cap Lower Chute Cable Guide Headlight Bezel

Handle Panel Compression Spring Compression Spring Cable Control Wire 1

35 735-0199A Rubber Bumper 36

736-0105

736-0119

736-0159

736-0506

' Includes references 58 through 75

Bell Washer .380 x ,880 x ,062 Lock Washer 5/16 I.D. Washer 5/6 I.D. Special Washer

Key

Qty.

No.

40 41 43 44

Part No.

736-0509 737-0133 746-0896 746-0901

Special Washer Grease Chute Deflector Control Cable Chute Deflector Cable

w/ Clip

747-0798A

2 2

1 9 2 2 3 3 1

1 2 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1

1 2

1 2 2 1

747-0877

748-0362

748-0363

749-0908A

749-0909

784-5594

784-5604 53 784-5619A 54

784-5679 55

784-5680 Handle Support Bracket (R.H.) 5/8 56

784-5681 Handle Support Bracket (LH.) 3/B 57

784-5682 58

712-3010 59 712-3027 60

712-0287 61 736-0119

784-5599

710-3180

710-3008

65 736-0275 66

736-0185

714-0104

731-0851A

69 710-3015 70 711-0677 71

710-0262

746-0778 Z Fitting

712-0121

705-5266

75 736-0242

714-0101

750-0785 Spacer

78 747-0737 Upper Chute crank 79 736-0270 Bell Washer 80 715-0138 Roll Pin

Shift Rod Cam Rod Cam Handle Lock 2 Pawl Handle lock Right Handle Left Handle Cable Bracket Chute Tilt Handle Shift Handle Ftandle Support Bracket (L. H.) 5/8

Handle Support Bracket (R.H.) 3/8 Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd. Hex Flange Locked Nut 1/4-20 Thd. Hex Nut 1/4-20 Lock Washer 5/16 Handle Tab Hex Bolt 5/16-18 X 1.75 Gr.5 2

Hex Bolt Flat Washer 5/16

Flat Washer 3/8 x .738 x .063 Hairpin Clip Chute Flange Keeper Hex Bolt 1/4-20x0.75” Gr.5 Ferrule Carriage Bolt 5/16-18x1.50

Hex Nut #10-24 Chute Crank Reinforcement

Bracket Cupped Washer .340 I.D. x

.872 O.D. Hairpin Clip

Description

Qty.

2 1 1 1

1 2

1 1

1 1 1 1 1 1 1

1 4 8 2 4 2

2 2 2 3 3 8 1 4 2 2 1

1 1

1 2 2

NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code, wherever

needed, to the part number to order a replacement part. For instance, if a part, numbered 700-xxxx, is painted polo green, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-0689.

Polo Green: 0689 Powder Black: 0637

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SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.888510

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Key

Part No.

No.

611-0053 Axle Assembly 2 618-0043 3 618-0044 Dogg Assembly: LH. 4

618-0169 Shift Assembly: Track Drive 7 683-0024 9 684-0014B Shift Rod Assembly

684-0021

684-0031 Frame Assembly

14 684-0042B

17 710-0643 Hex Lock Screw 5/16-18 x

18 710-0599

19 710-0602 20 710-0604 21 710-0654A 22

710-0788 Hex Washer Screw

2324710-0809 Hex Washer Screw

710-0875 25 710-0896 2728710-1233

711-0911

2930711-1042

712-0127

712-0324

33 36 712-0711 Jam Nut 3/8-24 37 713-0233 Chain Links 38 713-0413 Sprocket: 10T 3940713-0437 Chain

714-0474

Dogg Assembly: R.H. 1

Hub Assembly: Track Drive

Friction Wheel Support

Bracket Assembly

Friction Wheel Bearing

Assembly

.625 Grade 5 Hex Washer Hd. TT Screw Hex Washer Hd. TT Screw Hex Washer Hd, TT Screw Hex Washer Hd. TT Screw

TT Screw

Hex Washer Head AB Screw Oval C-Sunk Screw Actuator Shaft Hex Shaft: Track Drive Flanged Weld Nut #10-24

Top Lock Nut 1/4-20

Cotter Pin

Description

Key

Qly.

No.

41 719-0295A 43 725-0157

47 732-0264

50 736-0176 51 736-0242

54 736-0287 58 738-0924

59 741-0339 60

61 741-0597

63 746-0898

65 746-0950

74 750-0997

76 784-5590

80 784-5648

81 784-5687

83 784-5689A

Part No.

732-0209

736-0105 736-0160

736-0270

741-0563

746-0897

746-0948

748-0190 748-0234 750-0903 750-0904

756-0625

784-5609

784-5688

Description

Track Housing Cable Tie Extension Spring Extension Spring Bell Washer Flat Washer Flat Washer Bell Washer Bell Washer Flat Washer Shoulder Screw Flange Bearing Ball Bearing Hex Flange Bearing Auger Clutch Cable Drive Clutch Cable Track Steering Cable Trigger Control Spacer Shoulder Spacer Split Spacer Split Spacer Spacer Roller Cable Shift Bracket Steering Cable Bracket Frame Cover Auger Clutch Cable Bracket Drive cable Bracket Front Support Bracket

Qty.

NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code,

wherever needed, to the part number to order a replacement part. For instance, if a part, numbered 700-xxxx, is painted polo green, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-0689,

Polo Green:

Powder Black:

0689 0637

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Key

No, Part No.

631-0032

684-0009 3 684-0024 4

684-0038 5

710-0157 6

710-0459 Screw 7

710-0604 Screw 8 710-1231 Screw 9

712-0214 Lock Nut

712-0346 Jam Nut

712-0429 Hex Nut

720-0223

14 731-1292 15 731-1538A 17

736-0242 18 736-0272 19

736-0406 Flat Washer 20

737-0170 Lubricant

738-0140 22

748-0353A

Description

Wheel Assembly Idler Rod Track Pivot Axle Assembly Handle Assembly Screw

Grip Track Wheel-Track Drive Bell Washer Flat Washer

Shoulder Screw

Lift-Shaft Drive

Key

No. Part No.

Qty.

23 750-0547

28 717-1211

31 741-0542

33 618-0046

39 716-0115

40 716-0114

Description

Spacer

750-0909

Spacer

750-0995 Spacer 784-5639-0482 784-5642

Plate-Track Side Plate-Track Lockout

Gear Ring 717-1209 717-1210

Gear 12-Tooth

Gear 18-Tooth

Pin Dowel

718-0188 Carrier

Carrier Assembly 711-0912 713-0414 715-0120 736-0502 736-0336

Shaft—Track Drive

Sprocket—13 Tooth

Spring Pin

Flat Washer

Flat Washer Snap Ring .625" Shaft Snap Ring .56" Shaft

Qty.

2 2 2 2

1 2 6 2 6 2 2 1 1 1 6 2 2 1

LABELS

Key No.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

I NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code,

I wherever needed, to the part number to order a replacement part. For instance, if a part, numbered 700-xxxx, is j painted polo green, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-0689. I Polo Green: 0689 i Powder Black: 0637

Part No.

777I20077 777I20078 777I20079 777I20401 777120402 777120404

Description

Traction Control R.H. Traction Control L.H. Chute Tilt Auger Control Traction Drive

Transport 777S30005 Danger Warning 777S30004

Danger, Top of Chute

Qty.

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

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NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to

the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code, wherever needed, to the part number to order a replacement part. For instance, if a part, numbered 700-xxxx, is painted polo green, the part number to order would be 700xxxx-0689.

Polo Green: 0689 Powder Black: 0637

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Key

No.

1 05931

2 605-5192A Spiral Assembly 1

3 4

5 6 684-0065 Impeller Assembly 1 7 8 710-0703 Carriage Screw 1/4-20 X .75 9 710-0451

10 11 710-0604

12 710-0890A 13 712-0116 Jam Lock Nut 14 712-0324 15 712-0429 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18 16 17 18

Part No.

Bearing Housing

605-5193A 618-0121

684-0040A

705-5226

710-0459A

712-0798

712-3010 715-0114

731-1379 Chute Adapter

Spiral Assembly 1 Auger Gear Assembly Spiral Housing Assembly

Chute Reinforcement

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 X .75 10 Hex Screw3/8-24 X 1.5 Grade 5

Hex Washer Head TT-Screw

5/16-18 X.62 Shear Bolt 5/16-18 X 1.5 2

Toplock Nut 1/4-20

Hex Nut 3/8-16 Hex Nut 5/16-18 Spiral Pin

Description

Qty.

1 1

1 5 2 1

2 1

Key

No.

20 732-0611 Extension Spring 21 736-0119 22 736-0169 23 24 736-0188 Flat Washer .761.D. x 1.49 O.D. 25 736-0242 26 736-0463 27 738-0281 Shoulder Screw 28

Part No. Description

Lock Washer 5/16 Lock Washer 3/8

736-0174

741-0245 Hex Flange Bearing 29 741-0309 Ball Bearing 30 741-0475 31 741-0493A Flange Bushing 32 756-0178 Flat Idler 33 784-5579A Shave Plate 34

784-5580 Slide Shoe 35 784-5618 36 784-5632 Auger Idler Arm 37 784-5647 38 712-3068 39 737-3007 Grease 40 710-0260 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .62”

Wave Washer

Bell Washer .345 I.D. x .88 Flat Washer 1/4 x .630

Plastic Bushing

Bearing Assembly

Chute Crank Bracket Patch Nut 5/16-18 1

Qty.

1 9 1 1 6

5 1 2 1 1 4 1 1 2 2 1 1

1 4

Key

No Part No.

618-0123 Housing—R.H.

2 618-0124

Description

Housing—L.H. 3 710-0642 Screw 4

711-0909

Spiral Axle 5 714-0161 Key, Hi-Pro 6 715-0143 7 717-0526

Spiral Pin

Shaft Worm 8 717-0528 Worm Gear 9

718-0186 Thrust Collar

Qty

1 1 1 1 1 1

Key No. Part No.

721-0325 Plug 1

721-0327 Seal, Oil

721-0328 Loctite 5699, Ultra

Description Qty

13 736-0351 Washer 14

736-0369 Washer 15 736-0445 16 737-0168 17

741-0662 Flange Bearing

Washer 1 Grease 1

18 741-0663 Flange Bearing 1

2 4

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Ref.

No.

1 05896A Bracket

2 629-0071 3 710-0627 Screw 2 4 5 710-0230 6 7

9 710-1652 10 11 731-1324 Belt Cover 1 12 13 736-0119 14 736-0242 Bell Washer 1 15 736-0247 Flat Washer 1 16 736-0270 17

Part No.

710-1245 710-3005

710-0696 712-0181 732-0710

736-0331

Description Qty. Extension Cord

Screw 1 Screw Screw

Screw Screw

Jam Nut 1

Spring Flat Washer

Lock Washer

Bell Washer 1

Ref.

No. Part No. Description

1 1

1 1 1

1 1

19 20 21 22 754-0430 V-Belt Matched 23

27 756-0987 Pulley Half

28 390-987

736-0505 Flat Washer 1 748-0234 748-0360 Adapter Pulley 754-0346 V-Belt 1

756-0313

756-0569 Half Pulley 4 756-0967 756-0986 Pulley Half

143.999005 Engine 770-10051 Owner’s Manual

737-3007 Grease

Shoulder Spacer 1

Flat Idler 1 Auger Pulley

Starter 1

(Not Shown)

Qty.

1 1

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CARBURETOR

'20A

48-'*^ I *

Key

No.

0 640052

1 631776A

2 631970

7 10 632112 14 15 630735 16 632164 17

18 630766 Tension Spring 20

20A

25 27 631024

28 632019 Float 29 30 631021

32 33 27554 36 640005 37 40 640055 44 47

48 631027

Part

No. Description

Carburetor (Incl. 184 of

Engine Parts List)

Throttle Shaft & Lever Ass’y

631778 650506 Shutter Screw

632174

650417

640016 Idle Restrictor Screw 640053 631951

631028 Float Bow! “0” Ring

631022 27136A

632547 27110

630748

Throttle Return Spring

Throttle Shutter Choke Shaft & Lever Ass’y.

Choke Shutter Choke Positioning Spring Fuel Fitting Throttie Crack Screw/ldle Speed Screw

Idle Restrictor Screw Cap Float Bowl Ass’y. {Incl. 32 &

33) Float Shaft

Inlet Needle, Seat & Clip (Incl. 31) Spring Clip Bowl Drain Ass’y.

Drain Plunger Gasket

Main Nozzle Tube 0 Ring

High Speed Bowl Nut

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

Qty.

1 1 1 1

1 1 1

1 1 1 1

1 1 1 1 1

1 1

- 25

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Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.999005 for Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 247.888510

Key

No.

1 35385

Part

No.

Description

Cylinder 2 27652 Dowel Pin 2 3 650820 4

—

5 30969

15 30699C Governor Rod

15A 30700 15B 16

650494 Screw 33454 Governor Lever

Screw

Oil Drain Extension

Extension Cap

Governor Yoke

17 29916 Governor Lever Clamp 18 651028 Screw, Torx

19 34663 Speed Control Spring 20 35319 Oil Seal 25 36460

Blower Housing Baffle 26 650561 Screw 28 30322 Lock Nut 30 35 29826

35980A

Crankshaft

Screw 36 29918 Lock Washer 37 29216 Lock Nut 38 29642 Retaining Ring 40 40011 40 40012 Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.010” 0 41 41

40009

40010 40013

42 40014

Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.)

5) 1

Piston, & Pin Ass'y.{Std.) Piston, & Pin Ass’y.{.010” OS) Ring Set (Std.)

Ring Set (.010” OS) 1 43 27888 Piston Pin Retaining Ring 45 47

36897 651033

Connecting Rod Ass'y.

Connecting Rod Bolt 48 34034 Valve Lifter 49 36896 Oil Dipper 50 36655 Camshaft (MCR) 60 33273A Blower Housing Extension 65 650128 69 35262A

Screw

Cylinder Cover Gasket 70 35445A Cylinder Cover 71 35377

Crankshaft Bushing 75 35319 Oil seal 76 28926 Camshaft Seal

31845

Governor Shaft

81 30590A Washer 82 35378

Governor Gear Asss’y.

83 30588A Governor Spool 84 86 650833

29193 Retaining Ring

Screw

87 650832 Screw 89

32589 Flywheel Key

Qty.

2 1 1 1 1

1 1 1 1

2 2

1 1

1 1 1

Key

No.

Part

No. Description

90 611093 Flywheel (W/ Ring Gear) 92 650880

Belleville Washer 1 93 650881 Flywheel Nut 100 35135 Solid State Ignition

101 610118 Spark Plug Cover 102

651024

Solid State Mounting Stud

103 651007 Screw, Torx 110

35187

Ground Wire 1

110A 37047 Ground Wire 119 36448

Cylinder Head Gasket

120 36449 Cylinder Head 125 27878A

Exhaust Valve (Std.) 1

125 27880A Exhaust Valve (1/32” Os) 126 34035 Intake Valve(Std.) 126 34036 Intake Valve (1/32” Os) 127 650691 Washer 130 6021A Screw 130A 650727

Screw

130B 650727 Screw 135

35395

Resistor Spark Plug 139 33369 Governor Gear Bracket 140 650836

Screw 149 27882 Valve Spring Cap 149A 35862 Valve Spring Cap 150 27881 Valve Spring 151 32581 Valve Spring Keeper

169 27896A Valve Cover Gasket

170 28423

Breather Body

171 28424 Breather Element 172 28425 Valve Cover 173 35350 Breather Tube 1 174 650128 Screw 178 29752 Nut & Lock Washer 182 30088A Screw 183 34587A Choke Bracket 184

33263 Carburetor to intake

pipe gasket 185 186 186B 36652

33877 34667

Intake Pipe 1

Governor Link 1

Choke Spring 1 200 34677 Control Bracket 1 203 31342 Compression Spring 204

651029 Torx. Screw 1 206 610973 Terminal 1 207 33878

209 650821 Screw

215 35440 Control Knob 1

219 34586 Choke Rod 1

Throttle Link 1

Qty.

1 1 1 2 2

1 1 1

1 1

2 7 2 2 1 1 2

2 1 1

Table continued on next page

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Table conlinued from previous page

Key No.

220 35438 222 223 224 27915A 260 35447A

Part

No.

Description

Choke Knob 28820 Screw 650378 Screw, Torx

Intake Pipe Gasket

Blower Housing

261 650788 Screw 262 29747B 264A 650802 265 33272B

Screw, Torx

Screw

Cylinder Head Cover

275 35056 Muffler 276 277 651002 281 33013 282 285 287 290 292 26460

31588

Locking Plate

Screw

Starter Bubble Cover 650760 Screw 35985B

Starter Cup 29752 Nut & Lock Washer 30705

Fuel Line

Fuel Line Clamp

298 650665 Screw 300 34156A 301 35355 305 35554 307 308

35499 “0” Ring 35540 Fill Tube Clip

310 36205 314

650873 Screw

315 611111

Fuel Tank

Fuel Cap

Oil Fill Tube

Dipstick

Alternator Coil

Key

Qty.

No.

1 323B

2 325

2 327 1 328 1 329

2 1

335 336

338 28942 1 340 1 341 1 342 2 1 1 1

343

350 570682

351

355 590574 4 364 1 4 2 1 1 1

1 1 1 1

365 650767

370C 36501

370H 35077

3701

380

390

396

400 36450A 900 900

Part

No.

611118 29443 35392 35593 610973

Description

Terminal Wire Clip Starter Plug Ignition Key

Terminal 35057A Carburetor Cover 650765 Screw

Screw 34154

34155 650561 35079

Fuel Tank Bracket

Screw

Key Switch Bracket

Primer Bulb

32180C Primer Line

Starter Handle

33377

Carburetor Cover Bracket

Screw

Primer Decal

Choke Decal

35878 Warning Decal 640052 590749 37000

Carburetor

Rewind Starter

Electric Starter Motor

Gasket Set

—

Replacement Engine—none

Replacement Short Block

756325 Order from 71-999

Qty,

1 1 1

2 1 1 1

2 1

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2

1 1 1

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Recoil Starter

-11

Key

--------

Part

No.

0 590733

1 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4)

590600

590696 Retainer

— 8

3 4

590601

590697 6 590698 7

590699 8 590709

11 590734

12 590535 Starter Rope (Length 98" x

590574 Mitten Grip Handle (Not

Description

Rewind Starter Washer Washer 1

Brake Spring 1

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass’y-

Starter Housing Ass’y-

Qty.

1 1 1 1

2 2

1 1

9/64" Dia.) 1

Included With Starter) 1

Recoil Starter (Optional)

Part

Key No.

No. Description

0 590749 Rewind Starter 1

1 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4) 1

2 590600

590679

3 4 590601 5 590678 6 590680 7 590412

Washer Retainer Washer Brake Spring Starter Dog

Dog Spring

8 590682 Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass’y. 1

11 590750

12 590535

Starter Housing Ass'y.

Starter Rope (Length 98" x

9/64" Dia.)

590574 Mitten Grip Handle (Not

Included With Starter)

Qty.

1 1 1

2 2

1 1 1

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