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CRflFTSMflr
11.0 Horsepower
30 Inch Dual Stage
120V. Electric Start
SNOW THROWER
MODEL NO.
536.881130
Caution:
Read and follow all Safety Rules
and Operating Instructions before
first use of this product.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY STATEMENT
SAFETY RULES
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INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS ....
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ... 20
STORAGE ................................
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2
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART ..
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REPAIR PARTS........................
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ENGINE REPAIR PARTS.........
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SPANISH (ESPAÑOL)
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PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ..
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BACK COVER
WARRANTY STATEMENT
LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER
For two yeeu’s from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Snow thrower is maintained,
lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the
owner's manual, Craftsman will repair, free of charge, any defect in materia! or workman
ship.
If this Craftsman Snow thrower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty ap
plies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not cover the following:
• Items which become worn duri ng normal use, such as spark plugs, drive belts and shear
pins.
• Repair 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
THROWERTO THE NEAREST CRAFTSMAN 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., D617WA, Hoffman Estates. IL 60179
SAFETY RULES
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
IT MEANS— ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
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ik WARNING: A
The engine exhaust from this prod
uct contains chemicals known tothe
State of California to cause cancer, |
birth defects or other reproductive |
harm.
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WARNING: Always disconnect
the spark plug wire and piace it
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where it cannot make contact
with spark plug to prevent accidental
starting during: Preparation, Mainte
nance, or Storage of you snow thrower.
IMPORTANT: Safety standards require oper
ator presence controls to minimize the risk of in(ury. Your snow thrower is equipped with such
controls. Do not attempt to defeat the function
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of the operator presence control under any cir
cumstances.
TRAINING
1. Read the operating and service Instruction
manual cau’efully. Be thoroughly familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment. Know how to stop the unit and
disengage the controls quickly.
2. Never allow children to operate the equip
ment. Never allow adults to operate the
equipment vrlthout proper instruction.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all per
sons, particularly small children and pets.
4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling
especiEilly when operating in reverse.
PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment Is to be used and remove all
doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other
foreign objects.
2. Disengage all clutches before starting the
engine (motor).
3. Do not operate the equipment without
wearing adequate winter outer garments.
Wear footwear that will improve footing on
slippery surfaces.
4. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flam
mable.
a. Use an approved fuel container.
b. Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel
to a running engine (motor) or hot en
gine (motor).
c. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme
care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.
d. Replace fuel cap securely and wipe up
spilled fuel.
e. Never store fuel or snow thrower with
fuel in the tank inside of a building
where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark.
f. Check fuel supply before each use, al
lowing space for expansion as the heat
of the engine (motor) and/or sun can
cause fuel to expand.
5. For all units with electric starting motors
use electric starting extension cords certi
fied CSA/UL. Use only vi/ith a receptacle
that has been installed in accordance with
local inspection authorities.
6- Adjust the snow thrower height to clear
gravel or crushed rock surface.
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7. Never attempt to make any adjustments
while the engine (motor) is njnning (except
when specifically recommended by manu
facturer).
8. Let engine (motor) and snow thrower ad
just to outdoortemperatures before starting
to clear snow.
9. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
during operation or while performing an ad
justment or repair to protect eyes from
foreign objects that may be thrown from the
snow thrower.
OPERATION
1. Do not operate this machine if you are tak
ing drugs or other medication which can
cause drowsiness or affect your ability to
operate this machine.
2. Do not use this machine if you are mentally
or physically unable to operate this ma
chine safely.
3. Do not put hands or feet near or under ro
tating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
4. Exercise extreme caution when operating
on or crossing gravel drives, walks or
roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or
traffic.
5. After striking a foreign object, stop the en
gine (motor), remove the wire from the
spa1< plug, thoroughly inspect snow
thrower for any damage, and repair the
damage before restarting and operating
the snow thrower.
6. If the unit should start to vibrate abnormal
ly, stop the engine (motor) and check im
mediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble.
7. Stop the engine (motor) whenever you
leave the operating position, before un
clogging the auger/impeller housing or dis
charge chute and when making any
repairs, adjustments, or inspections.
8. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
make certain the auger/impeller and all
moving parts have stopped and all controls
are disengaged. Disconnect the spark plug
wire and keep the wire away from the spark
plug to prevent accidental starting.
9. Take all possible precautions when leaving
the snow thrower unattended. Disengage
the auger/ impeller, stop engine (motor),
and remove key.
10. Do not run the engine (motor) indoors, ex
cept when starting the engine (motor) and
for transporting the snow thrower in or out
of the building. Open the outside doors; ex
haust fumes are dangerous (containing
CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS
and DEADLY GAS).
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11.
Do not clear snow across the face of
slopes. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes. Do not at
tempt to clear steep slopes.
12.
Never operate the snow thrower without
proper guards, plates or other safety pro
tective devices in place.
13.
Never operate the snow thrower near en
closures, automobiles, window wells,
drop-offs, and the like without proper ad
justment of the snow discharge angle.
Keep children and pets away.
Do not overload the machine capacity by
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attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
Never operate the machine at high trans
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port speeds on slippery surfaces. Look be
hind iind use care when backing up.
Never direct discharge at bystanders or
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allow anyone in front of the unit.
Disengage power to the cofiector/impeller
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when snow thrower is transported or not in
use.
18.
Use only attachments and accessories ap
proved by the manufacturer of the snow
thrower (such as tire chains, electric start
kits, ect.).
Never operate the snow thrower without
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good visibility or light. Mways be sure of
your footing and keep a firm hold on the
handles. Waik;never run.
Do not over-reach. Keep proper footing
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and balance at £tll times.
21. Do not attempt to use snow thrower on a
roof.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Check shear bolts and other bolts at fre
quent intervals for proper tightness to be
sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
2. Never store the snow thrower with fuel in
the tank inside a building where ignition
sources are present such as hot water and
space heaters, clothes dryers, and the like.
Allow the engine (motor) to cool before
storing in any enclosure.
3. Always refer to operator's guide instruc
tions fcx important details if the snow
thrower is to be stored for an extended
period.
4. Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.
5. Run the snow thrower a few minutes after
throv/ing snow to prevent freeze-up of the
auger/impeller.
WARNING: This snow thrower is
for use on sidewalks, driveways
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Caution should be exercised while using on
steep sloping surfaces. DO NOT USE
SNOW THROWER ON SURFACES ABOVE
GROUND LEVEL such as roofs of resi
dences, garages, porches or other such
structures or buildings.
and other ground level surfaces.
IMPORTANT: Many of the following symbols are located on your unit or on literature sup
plied with the product. Before you operate the unit, learn and understand the purpose for
each symbol.
Contro) And Operating Symbols
If» S) ®
Slow
Fast
Electric Start Engine Start Engine Run
O I hi H N
Engine Off Engine Stop
Throttle Primer Button
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On
ignition Key
4
Choke Off Choke On
Ignition Off
Neutral
Ignition On
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Drive Clutch Forward Reverse Auger Clutch Auger Collector Engage
1
Push To Engage
Electric Starter
Fuei
Oil
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Discharge DOWN Discharge UP Discharge LEFT Discharge RIGHT
ó
Fuel Oil Mixture
1/
Weight Transfer
Lift Handle To
Engage
Weight Transfer
Depress Pedai
To Disengage
Safety Warning Symbols
DANGER
Thrown Objects.
Keep Bystanders Away.
IMPORTANT
Read Owner's Manual
Before Operating
This Machine.
WARNING
Hot Surface
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Keep Bystanders Away.
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Transmission
DANGER
Thrown Objects.
DANGER
Avoid Injury From
Rotating Auger. Keep
Hands, Feet And
Clothing Away.
STOP
Ignition Key
Insert To Run,
Pull Out To Stop.
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WARNING
DANGER
Stop The Engine
Before Unclogging
Discharge Chute!
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ASSEMBLY
Contents of Parts Bag (actual size)
1 - Owner’s Manual {not shown)
1 - Packet of Fuel Stabilizer (not shown)
1 - Warranty Card (not shown)
2 - Parts bags (not shown)
•Non-Assembly Parts, found in toolbox located on belt cover
1 - Screw, 3/6-16 X 2 in
1- Nut, 3/8 In.
1 -Split Lockwasher 1 -Flatwasher
2 - Shift Lever Knobs 2 ” 3/8
(not actual size) Hex Jam Nuts
3/8 In.
1 - Starter Cord
(not actual size)
Parts packed separately in carton (not shown fuii size)
2- Ignition Keys
(Attached to engine in plastic bag)
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Always wear
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safety glasses or eye shields
while assembling snow
thrower.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR
ASSEMBLY
1 - Knife to cut carton
1 - 1/2 inch wrenches
{or adjustable wrenches)
1 - 9/16 inch wrenches
(or adjustable wrenches)
1 - 3/4 inch wrenches
(or adjustable wrenches)
1 - Pliers (to spread cotter pin)
1 - Screwdriver
1 - Measuring tape or ruler
Figure 1 shows the snow thrower in the
shipping position.
Figure 2 shows the snow thrower com
pletely assembled.
References to the right or left hand side
of the snow thrower are from the view
point of the operator's position behind
the unit.
TO REMOVE SNOW THROWER
FROM CARTON
1. Locate all parts packed separately
and remove from the carton,
NOTE: Place fuel stabilizer in a safe
place until needed for storage.
2, Remove top pallet from carton.
Cut and discard the plastic ties se
3.
curing the chute rod to the upper
pallet and place aside. Discard pal
let.
Cut down all four corners of the car
ton and lay the panels flat.
Cut the bands holding the snow
5.
thrower to the lower pallet.
Remove snow thrower from lower
6.
pallet.
Remove the packing material from
the handle assembly and all protec
tive material from unit and discard.
Cut ties securing the clutch control
8.
cables to the lower handle.
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ASSEMBLY
TO ASSEMBLE THE HANDLE AND
CRANK ASSEMBLY
1, Loosen, but do not remove, the
screws, flatwashers, lockwashers,
and hex nuts in the upper holes of
the lower handle. See Figure 3.
Right Heind Side / /
Of Upper Handle\^ /
washer, and hex nut) into bottom
hole on right hand side of handles.
DO NOT tighten until all bolts are In
place.
Locate crank assembly removed
earlier and remove the nylon lock
nut and flatwasher from the eye
bolt assembly. See Figure 5.
Loosen,
but do not
remove
Hex Nut
3/8"
Lockwasher
NOTE: Make sure the cables are not
caught between the upper and lower
handle.
2. Raise the upper handle into operat
ing position. Upper handle should
be to the outside of the lower han
dle.
NOTE: If the cables have become dis
connected form the clutch levers, rein
stall the cables as shown in Figure 4.
3. Install hardware supplied in the
parts bag (screw, flatwasher, lock-
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3/8" Hex
Nut
, 3/8 X 2"
□ Screw
3/8" Flatwasher
Figure 3
Reinstall flatwasher and adaptor.
5.
Install eye bolt through lower hole
on the left hand side of the handle.
Install the 3/8” flatwasher and the
6.
3/8” nylon locknut loosely on the
eye bolt.
7,
Carefully remove cotter pin, clevis
pin and universal joint pin from
yoke end of crank rod assembly.
See Figure 6.
8.
Place universal joint into end of
worm gear lining up large holes. In
sert universal joint pin (ensure
opening In pin Is In line with
small openings In universal
joint).
Piace yoke end of crank rod
9.
around universal joint, lining up
openings. Insert clevis pin through
assembiy and secure with cotter
pin. Spread ends of cotter pin to
lock in place.
10. Tighten nut on eye bolt. Make sure
eye bolt is properly aligned and the
crank can freely rotate.
11. Tighten all handle bolts.
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Cotter Pin
ASSEMBLE SNOW CHUTE
1. Remove back carriage bolt. See
Figure 7.
2. Tilt chute back into operating posi
tion. See Figure 8 .
3. Replace carriage bolt from inside of
chute.
4. Replace flat washer and nylon lock
nut on outside of flange.
5. Tighten carriage bolt securely.
Figure 8
NOTE: If the cables have become dis
connected, reinstall springs as shown in
Figure 9.
NOTE: Check all carriage bolts in
flange for tightness. DO NOT over
tighten.
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CONNECT REMOTE CHUTE
1, Push remote chute control lever into
"Chute Deflector Up” position.
2.
Feed “Z” fitting through hole in re
mote chute bracket. See.
Snap remote chute control cable
3.
into remote chute bracket. See.
Connect “Z" fitting into remote chute
control bracket. See.
5.
Push remote chute control lever into
“Chute Deflector Down" position.
Cut tie strap on chute deflector. See
6.
Figure.
SPEED SELECT LEVER
1.
Cut plastic tie securing speed select
lever assembly to the shifter brack
et. See Figure 10.
2.
Remove locknut, washer, spring,
and the boit. See Figure 12,
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3. Position speed selector lever as
sembly as shown in Figure 11.
4. Reinstall bolt, spring, washer and
locknut See Figure 12,
5. Tighten locknut until 1/8 to 3/16 inch
of the bolt threads protrude pas the
locknut.
6. Thread the 3/8-16" hex jam nut
onto the lever until the nut reaches
the end of the thread. See
Figure 12.
7. Thread the plastic knob as far as
possible and ensure that the knob
points forward.
8. Tighten the 3/8-16" hex jam nut
against the knob securely.
9. Move shifter through all speeds to
ensure proper tension of the spring.
If shifter lever sticks in any of the
notches, loosen locknut 1/2 turn at a
time until shifter lever moves more
freely.
10. If adjustment of speed of snow
blower is needed, refer to "Friction
Wheel Adjustment” in the ADJUST-
MENT/REPAIR section.
Control
Panel
Shift Bracket
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Figure 11
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3. Tighten the 3/8-16" hex jam nut
against the knob securely.
16 Hex
Jam Nut
Shift Bracket
Control
Panel
Washer
Locknut
Exposed
Thread
Figure 12
REMOTE CHUTE CONTROL
KNOB
1. Thread the 3/8-16" hex jam nut
onto the lever until the nut reaches
the end of the thread. See
Figure 13.
2. Thread the plastic knob as far as
possible and ensure that the knob
points forward.
HOW TO SET THE SKID HEIGHT
Your snow thrower is equipped with
height adjust skids on the outside of the
auger housing. To adjust the skid
height for different conditions, see To
Adjust Skid Height paragraph in the
Service And Adjustment section.
CHECKLIST
Before you operate your new snow
thrower, to ensure that you receive the
best performance and satisfaction from
this quality product, please review the
following checklist:
Ail assembly instructions have been
Remote Chute
Control Knob
Figure 13
HEADLIGHT
The headlight on your snow thrower is
positioned down for packaging pur
poses. Rotate upward for operating
position.
completed.
The discharge chute rotates freely.
No remaining loose parts in carton.
While learning how to use your snow
thrower, pay extra attention to the fol
lowing important items:
Engine oil is at proper level.
Make sure gas tank is filled properly
with dean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
y" Become familiar with all controls-
their location and function. Operate
controls before starting engine.
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING
YOUR SNOW THROWER. Compare the illustrations with your SNOW THROWER
to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save
this manual for future reference.
Traction Drive Lever
(left hand)
Remote
Chute Control
^ Crank
Assembly
Chute Deflector
gnition
<ev
Primer
Electric
Drive Lever
BMon (right hand)
Choke
Control
Throttle starter
Control Handle
Recoil
Auger Drive Lever - Starts and stops
the auger and impeller (snow gathering
and throwing)
Traction Drive Lever - Propels the
snow thrower forward and in reverse.
Speed Shifter Lever - Selects the
speed of the snow thrower (6 speeds for
ward and 2 speeds reverse).
Crank Assembly - Changes the direction
of snow throwing through the discharge chute.
Chute Deflector - Changes the distance
the snow is thrown.
Discharge Chute - Changes the height
and direction the snow is thrown.
Height Adjust Skid - Adjusts the ground
clearance of the auger housing.
Ignition Key - Must be inserted to start
the engine.
Recoil Starter Handle - Starts the en
gine manually.
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Figure 14
Choke Control - Used to start a cold
engine.
Primer Button - Injects fuel directly into
the carburetor manirold for fast starts in
cold weather.
Remote Chute Control Lever - Push
fonvard to discharge snow high and far.
Pull remote lever back to discharge snow
down.
Throttle Control - Controls the engine
speed.
Electric Start Button - (If so equipped)
Used to start the engine using the 120 V ^ectric starter.
Shear Pin -Shear pins are designed to
break (to protect the machine) if an ob
ject becomes lodged in the auger hous
ing.
Toolbox -spare shear pins and spacers
are located In toolbox.
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OPERATION
The operation of any snow thrower can
result in foreign objects being thrown
into the eyes, which can result in se
vere eye damage. Always wear safety
glasses or eye shields while operating
the snow thrower.
We recommend standard safety
glasses or a wide vision safety mask for
over your glasses.
WARNING: Read Owner’s
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charge toward bystanders stop the
engine before unclogging discharge
chute or auger housing and before
ieaving the machine.
Manual before operating
machine. Never direct dis
TO STOP YOUR
SNOW THROWER
1, To stop throwing snow, release the
auger drive lever. See Figure 14.
To stop the wheels, release the
2.
traction drive lever.
To stop the engine, push the
3.
throttle control lever to off and pull
out the ignition key.
TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE
1. Turn the chute control rod to set the
direction of the snow throwing.
2. Loosen the wing knob on the chute
deflector and move the deflector to
set the distance. Move the deflector
(Up) for more distance, (Down) for
less distance. Then tighten the
wing knob (See Figure 15).
the speed you desire by moving the
speed shifter lever left into the ap
propriate notches on the shift lever
plate:
Speeds 1,2- Wet, Heavy
Speed 3 - Light
Speed 4 - Very Light
Speed 5,6 - Transport only
2. Engage the traction drive lever (left
hand). As the snow thrower starts
to move, maintain a firm hold on the
handles, and guide the snow throw
er along the clearing path. Do not
attempt to push the snow thrower.
3. To move the snow thrower back
ward, move the speed shifter lever
right into first or second reverse and
engage the traction drive lever (left
hand).
IMPORTANT: Do not move the speed
shifter lever while the traction lever
Is down.
TO THROW SNOW
1. Push down the auger driver lever
(right hand).
2.
Release to stop throwing snow.
TO USE WHEEL LOCKOUT PIN
1, The left hand wheel is secured to
the axle with a klick pin . This unit
was shipped with this klick pin in the
locked position (through wheel
hole). See Figure 16.
Klick Pin
HOW TO MOVE FORWARD AND
BACKWARD
1. To shift, release the traction drive
lever (left hand) and move the
speed shifter lever to the speed you
desire. Ground speed is deter
mined by snow conditions. Select
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Locked
Position
2-Wheel Drive
2. For ease of maneuverability in light
snow conditions, disconnect the
klick pin from the wheel locked
position and push into the single
wheel drive position (unlocked axle
hole only). See Figure 17.
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Figure 16
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OPERATION
Klick Pin
Unlocked
Position
Single Wheei Drive
Figure 17
NOTE: Make sure that the kiick pin is
in the single wheel drive position of the
axle only and not through the locked
position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Before you service or start the en
gine, familiarize yourself with the
snow thrower. Be sure you under
stand the function and location of ail
controls.
2. Check the tension of clutch cable
before starting the engine. See To
Adjust The Control Cable para
graph in the Service & Adjust
ments section of this manual.
3. Be sure that alt fasteners are tight.
4. Make sure the height adjust skids
are property adjusted. See To Ad
just Skid Height paragraph in the
Service & Adjustments section of
this manual.
5. Check tire pressure (14-17
pounds). Do not exceed maximum
amount of pressure.
CHECK THE OIL:
NOTE: The engine was shipped from
the factory filled with oil. Check the lev
el of the oil. Add oil as needed.
1. Make sure the unit is level.
NOTE; Do not check the level of the
oil while the engine runs.
2. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick.
Check the oil.
3. If necessary, add oil until the oil
reaches the FULL mark on the oil fill
cap/dipstick (see Figure 18). Do not
add too much oil.
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Oil Fiji Cap/DiDstick
NOTE; Oil level
must be between
full and Add mark
Figure 18
4. Tighten the fill cap/dipstick securely
each time you check the oil level.
NOTE: For extreme cold operating
conditions of 0°F and below, use a par
tial synthetic 0W30 motor oil for easier
starting.
NOTE: S.A.E. 5W30 motor oil may be
used to make starting easier in areas
where temperature is consistently 20'’F.
or lower.
FILL GAS:
NOTICE: ENGINES WHICH ARE
CERTIFIED TO COMPLY WITH CAL
IFORNIA AND US EPA EMISSION
REGULATIONS FOR ULGE ENGINES:
Are certified to operate on regular un
leaded gasoline. Include the following
emission control system(s): EM, TWC
(if so equipped). Include any user ad
justable features-therefore no other ad
justments are needed.
WARNING: Experiences in
dicates that alcohol blended
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those using ethanol or methanol)
can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids
during storage. Acidic gas can dam
age the fuel system of an engine
while in storage.
NOTE: To avoid engine problems, the
fuel system must be emptied before
storage for 30 days or longer. Start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use the car
buretor bowl drain to empty residua!
gasoline from the float chamber. Use
fresh fuel next season. See the Stor
age section in this manual for additional
information.
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fuels (called gasohol or
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OPERATION
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
1. Fill the fuel tank only with a fresh,
clean, unleaded regular, unleaded
premium, or reformulated automo
tive gasoline. DO NOT use leaded
gasoline. Make sure that the con
tainer you pour the gasoline from is
clean and free from rust or other for
eign particles. Never use gasoline
that may be stale from long periods
of storage in the container.
/V WARNING: Gasoline is flam
mable. Always use caution
when handling or storing
gasoline.
Do not fill fuel tank while snow
thrower is running, when it is hot, or
when snow thrower is In an en
closed area.
Keep away from open flame or an
electrical spark and do not smoke
while filling the fuel tank.
Never fill the tank completely. Fill
the tank to within 1/4"-1/2" from the
top to provide space for expansion
of fuel.
Always fill fuel tank outdoors and
use a funnel or spout to prevent
spilling.
Make sure to wipe up any spilled
fuel before stating the engine.
Store gasoline In a clean, approved
container and keep the cap in place
on the container.
TO STOP ENGINE
To stop engine, move the throttle con
trol lever to "STOP'' position and re
move key. Keep the key in a safe
place. The engine will not start without
the key.
TO START ENGINE
(electric starter, if equipped)
Be sure that the engine has sufficient ■
oil. The snow thrower engine is
equipped with a 120 volt A.C. electric
starter and recoil starter. Before start-
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ing the engine, be certain that you have
read the following information.
WARNING: The starter is
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designed to operate on 120 volt AC
household current.lt must be proper
ly grounded at all times to avoid the
possibility of electrical shock which
may be injurious to operator. Follow
all instructions carefully as set forth
in the “To Start Engine” section. De
termine that your house wiring is a
three-wire grounded system. Ask a
licensed electrician If you are not
sure. If your house wire system is
not a three-wire system, do not use
this electric starter under any condi
tions. if your system is grounded
and a three-hole receptacle is not
available at the point your starter will
normally be used, one should be
Installed by a licensed electrician,
when connecting 120 volt AC "Power
Cord”, always connect the cord to
the Switch Box” on the engine first,
then plug the other end into the
three-hole grounded receptacle.
When disconnecting "Power cord”,
always unplug the end in the three-
hole grounded receptacle first.
equipped with a three-wire
power cord and plug and is
COLD START
1. Be sure auger drive and traction
drive levers are in the disengaged
(RELEASED) position.
Move throttle control toTAST posi
2.
tion.
Remove the keys form the plastic
3.
bag. Insert one key into ignition
slot. Make sure it snaps into place.
Do not turn key. Keep the second
key in a safe place.
Rotate choke knob clockwise to the
choke ON position.
Connect the power cord to the
5.
switch box on the engine.
Plug other end of power cord into a
three-hole, grounded 120 VOLT, AC
receptacle. (See WARNING in this
section).
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OPERATION
7. Push the primer button while cov
ering the vent hole as follows: Re
move finger from primer button
between primes.
Do not prime if temperature above
50° F (10° C).
Push two time if temperature is 50°
F(10° C)to 15°F (-10° C).
Push four times if temperature is
below 15° F (-10° C).
8. 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 pro
tected. If overheated it will stop au
tomatically and can be restarted
only when it has cooled to a safe
temperature (a wait of about 5 to 10
minutes is required).
9. When the engine starts, release the
starter button and move choke le
ver to "1/2 choke" position. When
engine runs smoothly, move choke
lever to "No Choke” Position.
10. Disconnect power cord from recep
tacle, first, and then from switch
box.
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for
several minutes before blowing snow in
temperatures below 0°F.
11. Run engine at full throttle "FAST'
when throwing snow.
WARM START
If restarting a warm engine after a short
shutdown, leave choke at “OFF” and do
not push the primer button. If the en
gine fails to start, follow the Cold Start
instructions.
TO START ENGINE
(recoil starter)
Be sure that the engine has sufficient
oil. The snow thrower engine is
equipped with a recoil starter. Before
starting the engine, be certain that you
have read the following information.
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COLD START
1. Be sure auger drive and traction
drive levers are in the disengaged
(RELEASED) position.
2. Move throttle control to"FAST' posi
tion.
3. Remove the keys form the plastic
bag. Insert one key into ignition
slot. Make sure it snaps into place.
Do not turn key. Keep the second
key in a safe place.
4. Rotate choke knob clockwise to the
choke ON position.
5. Push the primer button while cov
ering the vent hoie as follows: Re
move finger from primer button
between primes.
Do not prime if temperature above
50°F(10°C),
Push two time if temperature is 50°
F(10°C)to15°F (-10° C).
Push four times if temperature is
below 15° F (-10° C).
6. 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.
7. As the engine warms up, move
choke lever to ”1/2 choke" position.
When engine runs smoothly, move
choke lever to "No Choke” Posi
tion.
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for
several minutes before blowing snow in
temperatures below 0°F.
8. Run engine at full throttle “FAST'
when throwing snow.
WARM START
If restarting a warm engine after a short
shutdown, leave choke at “OFF” and do
not push the primer button. If the en
gine fails to start, follow the Cold Start
instructions.
FROZEN STARTER
If the starter is frozen and will not turn
engine;
1, Pull as much rope out of the starter
as possible.
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OPERATION
2. Release the starter handle and let it
snap back against the starter.
If the engine still fails to start, repeat the
two previous steps until the engine
starts. Then continue with the direc
tions for cold start.
To help prevent possible freeze-up of
recoil starter and engine controls, pro
ceed as follows after each snow remov
al job.
1. With the engine running, pull the
starter rope hard with a continuous
full arm stroke three or four times.
Pulling of starter rope will produce a
loud clattering sound. This is not
harmful to the engine or starter.
2. With the engine not running, wipe all
snow and moisture from the carbu
retor cover in area of control levers.
Also move throttle control, choke
control, and starter handle several
times.
WARNING: Never run en
gine indoors or in enclosed,
poorly ventilated areas. En
gine exhaust contains CARBON
MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS AND
DEADLY GAS. Keep hands, feet,
hair and loose clothing away from
any moving parts on engine and
snow thrower.
The temperature of muffler and
nearby areas may exceed 150°F.
Avoid these areas.
DO NOT allow children or young
teenagers to operate or be near
snow thrower while It Is operating.
WARNING: Do not attempt
to remove any item that may
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become lodged in auger
without taking the following precau
tions:
• Release auger drive lever.
• Move throttle lever to stop posi
tion.
• Remove (do not turn) Ignition
key.
• Disconnect spark plug wire.
• Do not place your hands In the
auger or discharge chute. Use a
pry bar.
SNOW THROWING TIPS
1. For maximum snow thrower efficien
cy in removing snow, adjust ground
speed, NEVER the throttle. Go
slower in deep, freezing or wet
snow. If the wheels slips, reduce
forward speed. The engine is de
signed to deliver maximum perfor
mance at full throttle and should be
run at this power setting at all times,
2. Most efficient snow throwing is ac
complished when the snow is re
moved immediately after if falls,
3. For complete snow removal, slightly
overlap each path previously taken.
4. The snow should be discharged
down wind whenever possible,
5. For normal usage, set the skids so
that the scraper bar is 1/8" above
the skids. For extremely hardpacked snow surfaces, adjust the
skids upward so that the scraper
bar touches the ground.
6. On gravel or crushed rock surfaces,
set the skids at 1 -1 /4” below the
scraper bar. See To Adjust Skid
Height paragraph in the Service &
Adjustments section of this manu
al. Rocks and gravel must not be
picked up and thrown by the ma
chine.
7. After the snow throwing job has
been completed, allow the engine to
idle for a few minutes, which will
melt snow and accumulated ice off
the engine.
8. Clean the snow thrower thoroughly
after each use.
9. Remove ice and snow accumulation
and all debris from the entire snow
thrower, and flush with water (if pos
sible] to remove all salt or other
chemicals. Wipe snow thrower dry.
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MAINTENANCE
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
SERVICE RECORDS
Fill In dates ae you
complete regular
service.
Check Engine Oil Level
Before
Each
Use
Often
^f V
Change Engine Oil
Tighten All Screws and
Nuts
s/ V
Check Spark Plug
Lubricate All Pivot
Points
Lubricate Oise Drive
Plate Zerk
(See Maintenance)
Check Fuel
^f
Drain Fuel
Check Cable
Adjustment
(See Cable Adjustment)
Adjust Drive Belt
Every
5
Hours
Every
10
Hours
yf
Every
2S
Hours
V
Each
Season
V
yf
y/
y/
Before
Storage
V
V
V
SERVICE
DATES
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this snow thrower
does not cover items that have been
subjected to operator abuse or negli
gence. To receive full value from the
warranty, the operator must maintain
the snow thrower as instructed in this
manual.
Some adjustments will need to be
made periodically to properly maintain
your snow thrower.
All adjustments in the Service and Ad
justments section of this manual
should be checked at least once each
season.
AFTER EACH USE
• Check for any loose or damaged
parts.
• Tighten any loose fasteners.
• Check and maintain the auger.
• Check controls to make sure they
are functioning properly.
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• If any parts are worn or damaged,
replace immediately.
LUBRICATION CHART
Lubricate
Disc Drive
Plate Zerk
With a Hi
Temp EP
Moly
Grease.
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Figure 19
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MAINTENANCE
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
HORSEPOWER
DISPLACEMENT 21.82 cu. in.
GASOLINE
CAPACITY
OIL CAPACITY
(20 oz capacity)
SPARK PLUG:
VALVE CLEARANCE;
11.0 HP
4 quarts
(unleaded)
5W30
Champion RJ19LM
(Gap .030 in.) or
equivalent
Intake: .010 In.
Exhaust: .010 In.
SNOW THROWER
AS REQUIRED
The following adjustment should be
preformed more than once each sea
son.
1. Auger drive belt should be adjusted
after the first 2 to 4 hours of use,
again about mid-season and twice
each season thereafter {See to Ad
just Belts paragraph in the Ser
vice and Adjustment section).
LUBRICATION-EVERY 25 HOURS
Lubricate Disc Drive Plate every
twenty-five (25) hours and at the end of
the season and/or before storage.
To Lubricate
1. Position speed selector lever in first
gear.
2. Stand the snow thrower up on the
auger housing end.
3. Remove the bottom panel.
4. Turn disc drive plate clockwise by
hand until grease zerk is clearly
visible at front center. See
Figure 20.
Place a coin or (a shim of equal
5,
thickness) between the rubber fric
tion wheel and disc drive plate to
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prevent rubber friction wheel con
tacting the drive disc plate.
6. To grease zerk, use a hand grease
gun, lubricate with a Hi Temp EP
Moly grease. Fill zerk only until
grease becomes visible below bear
ing assembly located under grease
zerk. DO NOT over fill.
CAUTION: DO NOT allow grease to
come in contract with the disc drive
plate or friction wheel or damage will
result.
IMPORTANT: Remove coin and en
sure that a gap exists between friction
wheel and disc drive plate.
NOTE: Clean all excess grease found
on friction disc hub.
Shaft and Sprockets
Re(Require No
Lubrication
Friction
Wheei
Disc
Drive
Plate
Friction
Wheel
L/
7^
Grease Zerk
Bearin'
Assembly primat which
Coin or Shim
Gap Between
Friction Wheel
and Disc Drive
Plate
grease should
be visible
Figure 20
LUBRICATION-NOT REQUIRED
1. Hex Shaft and Sprockets - Hex
shaft and sprockets require no lu
brication. All bearings and bushings
are lifetime lubricated and require
no maintenance. See Figure 20.
NOTE: Any greasing or oiling of the
above components can cause contami
nation of the friction wheel. If the disc
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MAINTENANCE
drive plate or friction wheel come in
contact with grease or oil, damage to
the friction wheel will result.
Should grease or oil come in contact
with the disc drive plate or friction
wheel, be sure to clean the plate and
wheel thoroughly,
NOTE: For storage, the hex shaft and
sprockets should be wiped with 5W30
motor oil to prevent rusting.
2. Auger Gear Box - The auger gear
box is lubricated at the factory and
should not require additional lubrica
tion. If for some reason the lubri
cant should leak out, have auger
gear case checked by a competent
repairman.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Check the crankcase oil level before
starting the engine and after each five
(5) hours of continuous use. See
Figure 21. Add S.A.E. 5W30 motor oil
as needed. Tighten fill cap/dipstick se
curely each time you check the oil lev
el.
Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
1. Position the snow thrower so that
the oil drain plug is at the lowest
point on the engine.
2. Remove the oil drain plug and the
oil fill cap/dipstick. Drain the oil
into a suitable container.
NOTE: The oil will drain more freely
when the engine is warm.
3. After draining all the oil, reinstall the
oil drain plug securely.
4. Fill the engine crankcase with
S.A.E. 5W30 motor oil, pouring
slowly. DO NOT OVERFILL,
SPARK PLUG
Check the spark plug every twenty-
five (25) hours. Replace the spark plug
if the electrodes are pitted or burned or
if the porcelain is cracked.
1. Make sure the spark plug is clean.
Clean the spark plug by carefully
scraping the electrodes (do not
sand blast or use a wire brush).
2. Check the spark plug gap with a
feeler gauge and reset gap to 0.30”
if necessary. See Figure 22.
3. Before installing the spark plug,
coat the threads lightly with oil for
easy removal. Tighten the spark
plug to a torque of 15 foot-pounds.
Feeler Gauge
0.030'
Figure 21
Change the oil every twenty-five (25)
hours or at least once a year if the
snow thrower is not used for twentyfive (25) hours.
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Figure 22
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WARNING: Always discon
A
make contact with spark plug to pre
vent accidental starting when mak
ing any adjustments or repairs.
nect the spark plug wire and
place It where It cannot
TO ADJUST SKID HEIGHT
This snow thrower is equipped with two
height adjustment skids, located on
the outside of the auger housing. See
Figure 23.
These skids elevate the front of the
snow thrower.
Mounting Nuts
Auger Housing
For normai hard surfaces, such as a
paved driveway or walk, adjust the
skids as follows.
1. Position the snow thrower on a level
surface.
2. Make sure both tires are equally in
flated. Proper tire pressure is 14 to
17 PSl. See side of tire for maxi
mum inflation. Do not exceed side
wall maximum pressure on tire.
3. Place the extra shear bolts supplied
(found in parts bag) under each
end of the scraper bar next to the
adjustable skids.
4. Loosen the mounting nuts that hold
the adjustable skids. To bring the
front of the snow thrower down.
Height Adjust Skid
Figure 23
raise the adjustable skids. Tighten
the mounting nuts. See Figure 23.
NOTE: For rocky or uneven surfaces,
raise the front of the snow thrower by
moving the skids down.
WARNING: Be certain to
A
area to be cleared. Objects such as
gravel, rocks or other debris, if
struck by the impeller, may be
thrown with sufficient force to cause
personal injury, property damage or
damage to the snow thrower.
maintain proper ground
clearance for your particular
TO ADJUST SCRAPER BAR
After considerable use, the metal scrap
er bar will have a definite wear pattern.
The scraper bar in conjunction with the
skids should always be adjusted to al
low 1/8" between the scraper bar and
the sidewalk or area to be cleaned.
1. Position the snow thrower on a level
surface.
2. Make sure both tires are equally in
flated. Proper tire pressure is 14 to
17 PSl. See side of tire for maxi
mum inflation. Do not exceed side
wall maximum pressure on tire.
3. Loosen the carriage bolts and nuts
securing the scraper bar to the au
ger housing.
4. Adjust the scraper bar to the proper
position.
5. Tighten the carriage bolts and nuts,
making sure that the scraper bar is
parallel with the working surface.
6, For extended operation, the scraper
bar may be reversed. If the scraper
bar must be replaced due to wear,
remove the carriage bolts and nuts
and install a new scraper bar.
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HOW TO CHECK AND ADJUST
THE CABLES
The cables are adjusted at the factory
and no adjustment should be neces
sary. If the cables have become
stretched or are sagging adjustment will
be necessary.
To check for correct adjustment.discon-
nect the Z-fItting at the drive lever,
move the drive iever to the full fonward
position, just contacting the piastic
bumper. The control cables are cor
rectly adjusted when the center of the
“Z" fitting is between the center and
top of the hole in the drive iever and
there in no droop in the cable. See
Figure 24.
1. Remove gas from gas tank. Stand
snow thrower on end.
Disconnect the
2.
drive lever.
Pull spring cover up to expose
3.
spring. Push the cable through the
spring to expose the threaded por
tion of the cable. See Figure 25.
Hold the square end of the
threaded portion with pliers and ad
just the locknut in or out until the
excess slack is removed.
Z” fitting from
Figure 25
Pul! the cable back through the
5.
spring and connect the cable. Do
the same for the other drive lever
cable, if needed.
NOTE: Whenever the traction drive or
auger belts are adjusted or replaced,
the cables will need to be adjusted.
TO ADJUST BELTS
Beits stretch during normal use. If you
need to adjust the belts due to wear or
stretch, proceed as follows;
How To Adjust The Auger Drive Belt
If your snow thrower will not discharge
snow, check the control cable adjust
ment. If it is correct, then check the
condition of the auger drive belt. It may
be loose or damaged. If it is damaged,
replace it. See To Replace Belts para
graph in this section. If the auger drive
belt is loose, adjust as follows;
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
2. Remove the belt cover. See
Figure 26.
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Loosen the nut on the idler pulley
3.
and move the pulley tow/ard the belt
about 1/8". See Figure 27.
Tighten the nut.
4.
Press the auger drive lever. Check
5.
the tension on the belt {opposite au
ger idler pulley). The belt should
deflect about 1/2” with moderate
pressure (See Figure 28).
TO REPLACE BELTS
The drive belts on this snow thrower
are of special construction and should
be replaced with original equipment
belts available from your nearest
Craftsman Store. A distributor’s list is
supplied in the parts manual.
You will need the assistance of a sec
ond person while replacing the belts.
How To Remove The Auger Drive Belt
If the auger drive belt is damaged, the
snow thrower will not discharge snow.
Replace the damaged belt as follows,
1. Remove the gas from the gas tank.
Stand the snow thrower up on the
front end of the auger housing.
WARNING: Drain the gasoline
outdoors, away from fire or
A
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
3. Remove the screw from the belt
4. Remove the bolts on each side of
5. Loosen the bolts on each side of
flame.
cover. Remove the belt cover. See
Figure 26.
the motor mount frame. See
Figure 29.
the motor mount frame. The au
ger housing and the motor mount
frame will separate, hinged by the
bolts.
NOTE: If the adjustment is not correct,
repeat the adjustment.
6. Replace the belt cover.
7. Check the clutch control cable ad
justment.
8. Reconnect the spark plug wire.
Traction Drive Beit
The traction drive belt has constant
spring pressure and does not require
adjustment. Replace the traction drive
belt if it is slipping. See To Replace
Belts paragraph in this section.
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guide away from the auger drive
pulley. See Figure 27.
7. Loosen the nut on the idler pulley.
Pull the idler pulley away from the
auger drive belt.
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8. Remove the old auger drive belt.
Replace the auger drive belt with
an original factory replacement belt
available from an authorized service
center.
9. install the new auger drive belt
onto the auger drive pulley and
onto the drive pulley.
10. Adjust the auger drive belt. See
"How To Adjust The Auger Drive
Belt" in the Service And Adjustment
section.
11. Adjust the belt guide. See "How To
Adjust The Belt Guide" in the Ser
vice And Adjustment section.
12. Install the bolts on each side of the
motor mount frame. See
Figure 29.
13. Tighten the bolts on each side of
the motor mount frame.
14. Install the belt cover. Tighten the
screw. See Figure 26.
15. Check the adjustment of the cables.
See "How To Check And Adjust The
Cables" in the Service And Adjust
ment section.
16. Connect the spark plug wire.
How To Remove the Traction Drive
Beit
If the snow thrower will not move for
ward, check the traction drive belt for
wear or damage. If the traction drive
belt is worn or damaged, replace the
belt as follows.
1. Remove the gas from the gas tank.
Stand the snow thrower up on the
front end of the auger housing.
WARNING: Drain the gasoline
A
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
3. Remove the auger drive belt. See
outdoors, away from fire or
flame.
"How To Remove The Auger Drive
Belt" in the Maintenance section.
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4. Pull the traction drive idler pulley
away from the traction drive belt.
See Figure 30.
Traction Drive Belt
Traction
Drive Pulley
Traction
Drive
Idler
Pulley
Engine Pulley Figure 30
5.
Remove the old traction drive belt
from the traction drive pulley and
from the engine pulley. Replace the
traction drive belt with an original
factory replacement belt available
from an authorized service center.
Install the new traction drive belt
onto the traction drive pulley and
onto the engine pulley.
7.
Make sure the traction drive idler
pulley is properly aligned with the
traction drive belt.
8
Install and adjust the auger drive
belt. See “How To Remove The Au
ger Drive Belt" in the Service And
Adjustment section.
9. Adjust the belt guide. See "How To
Adjust The Belt Guide" in the Ser
vice And Adjustment section.
10. Install the bolts on each side of the
motor mount frame. See Figure 29.
11. Tighten the bolts on each side of the
motor mount frame.
12. Install the belt cover. Tighten screw.
See Figure 26.
13. Check the adjustment of the cables.
See "How To Check And Adjust The
Cables" in the Service And Adjust
ment section.
14. Connect the spark plug wire.
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Auger Drive
Belt
Beit Guide
Auger
Idler
Pulley
Auger
Drive
Pulley
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HOW TO ADJUST THE BELT GUIDE
1. Disconnect spark plug wire.
2. Remove the screw. Remove the
belt cover. See Figure 26.
3. Engage the auger drive lever.
4. Measure the distance between the
belt guide and auger drive belt.
The correct distance is 1/8 inch
{3.175 mm). See Figure 31.
If an adjustment is necessary, loos
en the mounting bolt for the belt
guide. Move the belt guide to the
correct position. Tighten the
mounting bolt for the belt guide.
Install the belt cover. Tighten the
6.
screw. See Figure 26.
7. Connect the spark plug wire.
HOW TO ADJUST OR REPLACE
THE FRICTION WHEEL
WARNING: Drain the gasoline
A
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
3. Remove the bolts on each side of
4. Loosen the bolts on each side of
5. Remove the bottom panel.
6. Position the shift speed lever in
7. Note the position of the friction
outdoors, away from fire or
flame.
the bottom panel. See Figure 32.
the bottom panel.
Remove Top Bolt
(each side)
the first forward gear.
wheel on the disc drive plate (See
Figure 33). In the correct position,
the right outer side of the disc drive
plate must be three inches
(7.62cm.) from the center of the
friction wheel. If the friction wheel
is not in the correct position, adjust
as foilows.
How To Check The Friction Wheel
If the snow thrower will not move for
ward, check the traction drive belt, the
traction drive cable or the friction wheel.
If the friction wheel is worn or damaged,
it must be replaced. See "How To Re
place the Friction Wheel” in this section.
If the friction wheel is not worn or dam
aged, check as follows.
1. Remove the gas from the gas tank.
Stand the snow thrower up on the
front end of the auger housing.
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Disc
Drive
Plate
Figure 33
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How To Adjust The Friction Wheel
1, Remove wrasher and cotter pin con
necting trunnion nut to speed rod.
See Figure 34.
2. Twist trunnion nut up or down on
shift rod to obtain the correct friction
wheel position.
3. Put end of trunnion nut through hole
in speed control rod and reattach
washer and cotter pin.
4. Tighten the bolts on each side of
the bottom panel.
5. Install the bolts on each side of the
bottom panel.
6. Remove the three fasteners that
hold the friction wheel to the hub.
See Figure 35.
Figure 35
7. Remove the four bolts that hold the
bearing plates on each side of the
hex shaft. See Figure 36.
NOTE: Take special note of the
position of the washers and retain
ing ring on the hex shaft and the
sprocket assembly.
Friction
Bearing
Plate
How To Replace The Friction Wheel
If the friction wheel Is worn or damaged,
the snow thrower will not move forward.
The friction wheel must be replaced as
follows.
1. Remove the gas from the gas tank.
Stand the snow thrower up on the
front end of the auger housing.
WARNING: Drain the gasoline
A
2. Disconnect the spark piug wire.
3. Remove the top bolts on each side
4. Loosen the bottom bolts on each
5. Remove the bottom panel.
outdoors, away from fire or
flame.
of the bottom panel. See
Figure 32.
side of the bottom panel.
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Figure 36
8. Remove the bearing plate ftom the
right side. Do not remove the hex
shaft. Leave the hex shaft in posi
tion, Carefully raise hex shaft just
enough to allow the friction wheel
to be removed.
9. Remove the friction wheel from the
hub. Slip the friction wheel toward
the right off the hex shaft. See
Figure 35,
10. Assemble the new friction wheel
onto hub with the fasteners re
moved earlier.
11. install the bearing plate onto the
right side. Make sure the hex shaft
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT
is engaged with both bearing
plates and that the washers and rO'
taining ring are installed in the origi
nal position. See Figure 36.
12. Fasten the bearing plates using
the four bolts removed earlier.
13. Make sure the hex shaft turns free
ly-
14. Check the adjustment of the friction
wheel. See "How To Adjust The
Friction Wheel" in this section.
15. Make sure the friction wheel and the
disc drive plate are free from grease
or oil.
16. Install the bottom panel. See
Figure 32.
17. Tighten the bottom bolts on each
side of the bottom panel.
18. Install the top bolts on each side of
the bottom panel.
19. Connect the spark plug wire.
HOW TO REPLACE THE AUGER
SHEAR BOLT
The augers are secured to the auger shaft
with special shear bolls. These shear bolts
are designed to break and protect the ma
chine if an object becomes lodged in the au
ger housing. Do not use a harder bolt as the
protection provided by the shear bolt will be
lost.
WARNING: For safety and to
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To replace a broken shear bolt, proceed
as follows. Extra shear bolts were pro
vided in the assembly parts bag.
1. Move the throttle control to the stop
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
3. Align the hole in the auger with the
protect the machine, use only
original equipment shear bolts.
position. Disengage all controls.
Make sure all moving parts have
stopped.
hole in the auger shaft. Install the
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new shear pin and spacer. See
Figure 37.
4. Connect the spark plug wire.
TO ADJUST THE CARBURETOR
If you think your carburetor needs ad
justing, see your nearest Craftsman
Store. Engine performance should not
be affected at altitudes up to 7,000 feet.
For operation at higher elevations, con
tact your nearest Craftsman Store.
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed. Over-speeding
the engine above the factory high
speed setting can be dangerous. If you
think the engine-governed high speed
needs adjusting, contact your nearest
Craftsman Store, which has the proper
equipment and experience to make any
necessary adjustments,
TO ADJUST OR REPLACE THE
SPARK PLUG
NOTE: This spark ignition system
meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regu
lations.
NOTE: This engine complies with all
current Australian and New Zealand
limitations regarding electromagnetic
interference.
If you have difficulty starting the snow
thrower, adjust or replace the spark
plug. Replace the spark plug is the
electrodes are pitted or burned or if the
porcelain is cracked. Follow the instruc
tions below.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT
To adjust:
1. Clean spark plug by carefully
scraping the electrodes (Do not
sand blast or use a wire brush).
2. Be sure spark plug is clean and
free of foreign material. Check elec
trodes gap with a wire feeler gauge
and reset gap to 0.030“ if neces
sary. See Figure 38.
To Replace:
1. If you need a new spark plug, use
only the proper replacement spark
plug.
2. Set the gap to 0.030 inches.
3. Before installing the spark plug,
lightly coat the spark plug threads
with oil or grease to insure easy re
moval.
4. Firmly tighten the spark plug in the
engine.
5. If a torque wrench is available,
torque the plug to 18 to 23 foot
pounds.
Feeler Gauge
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STORAGE
WARNING; Never store your
A
lated area. If gasoline remains in the
tank, fumes may reach an open
flame, spark or pilot light from a fur
nace, water heater, clothes dryer,
cigarette, etc.
NOTE: To prevent engine damage (if
snow thrower is not used for more thi
30 days) follow the steps below.
snow thrower indoors or in
an enclosed, poorly venti
an
SNOW THROWER
1. Thoroughly clean the snow thrower.
2. Lubricate all lubrication points. See
the Maintenance section.
3. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are securely fastened. In
spect all visible moving parts for
damage, breakage and wear. Re
place if necessary.
4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces: sand lightly before paint
ing.
5. Cover the bare metal parts of the
blower housing auger and the im
peller with rust preventative, such
as a spray lubricant.
NOTE: A yearly checkup or tune-up by
a Sears service center is a good way of
ensuring that your snow thrower will
provide maximum performance for the
next season.
ENGINE
WARNING; Drain the gaso
A
Gasoline must be removed or treated to
prevent gum deposits from forming in
the fuel tank, filter, hose, and carburetor
during storage. Also, during storage al
cohol blended gasoline that uses etha
nol or methanol (sometimes called
gasohol) attracts water. It acts on the
gasoline to form acids which damage
the engine,
line outdoors, away from
fire or flame.
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1. To remove gasoline, run the engine
until the fuel tank is empty and the
engine stops.
2. If you do not remove the gasoline,
use fuei stabilizer suppiied with unit
or purchase Craftsman Fuel Stabi
lizer No. 3550. Add fuel stabilizer to
any gasoline left in the tank to mini
mize gum deposits and acids. If the
fuel tank is almost empty, mix stabi
lizer with fresh gasoline in a sepa
rate container and add some to the
fuel tank.
3. Always follow the instruction on the
stabilizer container. After the stabi
lizer is added to the fuel tank, run
the engine at least ten minutes to
allow the mixture to reach the car
buretor.
4. Change the engine oil.
5. Lubricate the piston/cylinder area.
First, remove the spark plug and
squirt a few drops of clean engine
oil into the spark plug hole. Next,
cover the spark plug hole with a rag
to absorb oi! spray. Then, pull two or
three times on the recoil starter rope
to rotate the engine. Finally, install
the spark plug and attach the spark
plug wire.
OTHER
1. If possible, store your snow thrower
indoors and cover it to give protec
tion from dust and dirt.
2. If the machine must be stored out
doors, block up the snow thrower to
be sure the entire machine is off the
ground,
3. Cover the snow thrower with a suit
able protective cover that does not
retain moisture. Do not use plastic.
IMPORTANT: Never cover snow
thrower while engine and exhaust areas
are still warm.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
TROUBLE
Difficult starting
Engine runs erratic
Engine stalls
Engine runs erratic;
Loss of power
Excessive vibration
Unit fails to propel itself
Unit fails to discharge
snow
CAUSE
Defective spark plug.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Blocked fuel line, empty gas
tank, or stale gasoline
Unit running on CHOKE. Set choke lever to RUN
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Loose parts: damaged
impeller
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Incorrect adjustment of
traction drive cable
Worn or damaged friction
wheel.
Auger drive belt loose or
damaged.
CORRECTION
Replace spark plug.
Use carburetor bowl drain to
flush and refill with fresh fuel.
Clean fuel line; check fuel
supply; add fresh gasoline
position.
Use carburetor bowl drain to
flush and refill with fresh fuel.
Stop engine Immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire.
Tighten all bolts and make all
necessary repairs. If
vibration continues, have the
unit serviced by a Craftsman
service repairman.
Replace drive belt.
Adjust traction drive cable.
Replace friction wheel.
Adjust auger drive belt;
replace If damaged.
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Auger control cable not
adjusted correctly.
Shear bolt broken
Discharge chute clogged.
Foreign object lodged in
auger
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Adjust auger control cable.
Replace shear bolt
Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire.
Clean discharge chute and
inside of auger housing.
Stop engine Immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire.
Remove object from auger.
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