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120 V.A.C. 12 AMP. 60 Hz.
Double Insulated
20" Clearing Width
ELECTRIC SNOW THROWER
MODEL NO.
536.882092
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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WARRANTY STATEMENT ......
SAFETY RULES ...............
ASSEMBLY ...................
OPERATION ..................
MAINTENANCE ...............
2 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT . . 12
3 REPAIR PARTS 16
5
7 SPANISH (ESPAI_IOL) .......... 25
11 PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .. 40
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LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER
For one years 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, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material or workmanship.
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 during normal use such as drive belts and shear pins.
Ii,
• 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
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., D817WA, Hoffman Estates. IL 60179
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
The warranty on this snow thrower does
not cover items that have been sub-
jected to operator abuse or negligence.
Motor: 120 V.A.C., 12amps, 60Hz
Clearing Width: 20 inches
To receive full value from the warranty,
the operator must maintain the snow
Clearing Height: 8 inches
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 must
be checked at least once each season.
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,_ WARNING: Look for this symbol to point out important safe-
ty precautions. It means: "Attention! Become Alert! Your
Safety Is Involved."
power cord to prevent acciden-
WARNING: Always disconnect
tal starting when setting-up,
transporting, adjusting or making re-
pairs.
IMPORTANT: Safety standards require op-
erator presence controls to minimize the
risk of injury. Your snow thrower is
equipped with such controls. Do not at-
tempt to defeat the function of the opera-
tor presence control under any
circumstances.
BEFORE USE
1. Read the owner's manual carefully. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the snow thrower. Know
how to slop the snow thrower and disen-
gage the controls quickly.
2. Do not operate the snow thrower without
wearing adequate outer garments. Wear
footwear that will improve footing on slip-
pery surfaces.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all per-
sons, particularly small children and pets.
4. Thoroughly inspect the area where the
snow thrower is to be used and remove all
doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other
foreign objects.
5. Use extension cords and receptacles as
specified by the manufacturer for all snow
throwers with electric ddve motors or with
factory-installed or optional starting mo-
tors.
6. Use only attachments and accessories
approved by the manufacturer of the snow
thrower. No attachments are recom-
mended for use with this unit. Any such
use might increase the risk of injury to the
operator.
7. 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.
8. This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks,
driveways, and other ground level sur-
faces. CAUTION: should be exercised
while using on steep sloping surfaces. DO
NOT USE SNOW THROWER ON SUR-
FACES ABOVE GROUND LEVEL such
as roofs of residences, garages, porches
or other such structures or buildings.
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9. Check shear bolts and other bolts fre-
quently for proper tightness to be sure the
snow thrower is in safe working condition.
10. Let engine and snow thrower adjust to
outdoor temperatures before starting to
clear snow.
equipped with a protector that
WARNING: The motor is
will disconnect power to the mo-
tor tempOrarily if the snow thrower is
overworked, and will automatically reset
as the motor cools. If the motor stops, re-
lease the control bar, disconnect the ex-
tension cord and allow the motor to cool 5
minutes before continuing operation.
OPERATING SAFETY
1. Never allow children or young teenagers
to operate the snow thrower. Keep them
away while it is operating. Never allow
adults to operate the snow thrower without
proper instruction.
2. Do not operate this machine if you are
taking drugs or other medication which
can cause drowsiness or affect your ability
to operate this machine.
3. Do not use this machine if you are mental-
ly or physically unable to operate this ma-
chine safely.
4. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
during operation or while performing an
adjustment or repair to protect your eyes
from foreign objects that may be thrown
from the snow thrower.
5. Always dress properly. Do not ware loose
clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in
moving parts.
6. Do not put hands or feet near or under ro-
tating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
7. Exercise extreme caution when operating
on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or
roads to avoid slipping or falling, especial-
ly when operating in reverse or backing
up. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
8. Do not clear snow across the face of
slopes. Exercise caution when changing
direction on slopes. Do not attempt to
clear steep slopes.
9. Never operate the snow thrower without
proper guards, plates, or other safety pro-
tective devices in place.
10. Operation of the snow thrower in the hand
hold position is unsafe, except in accor-
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dancewiththe special instructions for
such use provided in this manual.
11. Never operate the snow thrower near
glass enclosures, automobiles, window
wells, drop--offs, and the like without prop-
er adjustment of the snow discharge
angle. Keep children and pets away.
12. Never operate the snow thrower on grav-
eled surface unless the snow thrower is
adjusted for such a surface in accordance
with this manual. See Operating Tips in
the Operation section of this manual.
13. Never operate the snow thrower at high
transport speeds on slippery surfaces.
Look behind and use care when backing.
14. Never direct discharge at bystanders or
allow anyone in front of the snow thrower.
15. Take all possible precautions when leav-
ing the snow thrower unattended. Disen-
gage the auger/impeller, and remove key.
16. To prevent accidental starting do not carry
plugged-in snow thrower with finger on
switch. Be sure switch is off when plug-
ging in.
17. If cord is d_maged in any manner while
plugged in, pull extension cord from wall
receptacle.
18. Do riot abuse cord. Never carry snow
thrower by cord or yank it to disconnect
from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil,
and sharp edges.
19. Do not overload the machine capacity by
attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
20. Do not force snow thrower. It will perform
better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.
21. Do not over reach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.
shock, use U.L. listed two con-
WARNING: To prevent electric
ductor extension cord suitable
for outdoor use in cold weather. Exten-
sion cord should be no longer than 100
feet. See chart in Operation section for
recommended extension cords.
22. To prevent accidental disconnection of ex-
tension cord from control switch during
operation, loop extension cord through
strain relief clip on control switch as
shown in the assembly section of this
manual.
REPAIR/ADJUSTMENTS SAFETY
1. After striking a foreign object, stop the en-
gine (motor), disconnect the cord on elec-
tric motors, thoroughly inspect the snow
thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for
any damage, and repair the damage be-
fore restarting and operating the snow
thrower.
2. If snow thrower should start to vibrate ab-
normally, stop engine (motor) and check
immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble.
3. Stop the engine (motor) whenever you
leave the operating position. Also, discon-
nect the power cord before unclogging
the auger/impeller housing or discharge
chute, and when making any repairs, ad-
justments, or inspections to prevent acci-
dental starting.
4. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
make certain the auger/impeller and all
moving parts have stopped. Disconnect
the power cord for service.
5. Never attempt to make any adjustments
while the engine (motor) is running (ex-
cept when specifically recommended by
the manufacturer).
6. Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.
7. When servicing, use only identical re-
placement parts. Replace or repair dam-
aged cords.
8. Maintain snow throwers with care. Follow
instructions and changing accessories.
9. Run the snow thrower a few minutes after
throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of the
auger/impeller.
SAFE STORAGE
1. Always refer to the owner's manual in-
structions for important details if the snow
thrower is to be stored for an extended
period.
2. Store snow thrower indoors when not in
use. Snow throwers should be stored in-
doors in a dry, locked-up place out of
reach of children.
IMPORTANT
Read Owner's Manual
Before Operating
This Machine.
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Avoid Injury From Rotating
Auger. Keep Hands, Feet
DANGER
And Clothing Away.
DANGER
Stop The Engine
Before Unclogging
Discharge Chute!
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ASSEMBLY
CONTENTS OF PARTS BAG
1 - Owner's Manual
1 - Warranty Card
1 - Parts Bag
(Not shown actual size)
1 - Key
glasses or eye shields while as-
WARNING: Always wear safety
sembling snow thrower.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
1 - Knife to cut carton.
1- Pliers
The figure below shows the snow thrower
completely assembled.
References to the right or left hand side of
the snow thrower are from the viewpoint of
the operator's position behind the unit.
TO REMOVE SNOW THROWER
FROM CARTON
1. Remove the inserts positioned around
the unit and the packing material.
2. Cut down all four corners of the carton
and lay the panels flat.
3. Pull snow thrower out of the carton.
TO ASSEMBLE THE HANDLE
1. Remove wrap on upper handle and along
the side of both handles. Discard wrap.
2. Loosen the tee knobs on each side of the
upper handle.
3. Raise the upper handle to the operating
position as shown in Figure 1. Hold upper
Tee Knob
Chute Deflector
handle apart to prevent scratching lower
handle.
NOTE: Make sure the control switch
cord and pigtail are not caught be-
tween upper and lower handle.
4. Tighten the tee knobs. Make sure pigtail
is free from the control switch cord.
Control Switch
Lever
Control Switch
Control Switch Cord
Tie
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Tee Knob
Pigtail
Figure 1
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TO ASSEMBLE
THE CHUTE CONTROL ROD
1. Cut tie holding chute control rod to brack-
et.
2. Remove plastic bag from chute control
rod.
3. Remove cotter pin, flat washer and wave
washer from the worm end of chute con-
trol rod and set aside (see Figure 2).
4. Insert the worm end of the chute control
rod through the hole in the chute control
Worm End Chute
Control Rod
Chute Deflector
rod bracket while inserting the worm into
the notches in the discharge chute rota-
tion ring.
,
Place wave washer and flat washer onto
worm end of chute control rod.
6.
Place cotter pin through worm end of
chute control rod,
7.
Bend cotter pin to secure.
8.
Rotate the chute control rod fully clock-
wise and counterclockwise. The dis-
charge chute should rotate freely without
binding.
Wave Washer
Flat Washer
Discharge
Notches
Chute Control i
Rod Bracket
_,- CHECKLIST
Before you operate your new snow thrower,
to ensure that you receive the best perfor-
mance and satisfaction from this quality
product, please review the following check-
list:
P" All assembly instructions have been
completed.
v' The discharge chute rotates freely.
No remaining loose parts in carton.
Figure 2
While learning how to use your snow throw-
er, pay extra attention to the following impor-
tant items:
P" Use a U.L. listed two conductor exten-
sion cord suitable for outdoor use in cold
weather.
P" Become familiar with all controls-their
location and function, Operate controls
before starting motor.
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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.
Control Switch
Lever
Upper Handle
Lower Handle
Chute Deflector
Auger Assembly j
LL_ Auger Housing Figure 3
Chute Control Rod - Changes the direc-
tion of snow discharge.
Chute Deflector - Changes the distance
the snow isthrown.
Discharge Chute - Changes the direction
the snow isthrown.
HOW TO USE THE SNOW THROWER
TO STOP THE SNOWTHROWER
To stop the auger or motor, release the control
switch lever.
TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE
1. Turn the chute control rod to set the di-
rection of the snow throwing.
2. Loosen the wing knob on the chute de-
flector and move the deflector to set the
distance. Move the deflector up for more
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Ignition Switch Key - Must be inserted
and turned to the "UNLOCK" position to
start the motor.
Control Switch Lever - Used to start
and stop motor.
distance or down for less distance. Then,
tighten the wing knob (See Figure 4).
Knob
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TO USE AUGER PROPEL ACTION
1. Squeeze the control switch lever down
against the upper handle to allow the au-
ger to turn.
2. To propel forward, raise the handle to al-
low the auger blades to contact the
ground (See Figure 5).
equipped with a protector that
WARNING: The motor is
will disconnect power to the
motor temporarily if the snow thrower is
overworked, and will automatically reset
as the motor cools. If the motor stops,
release the control bar, disconnect the
extension cord and allow the motor to
cool five minutes before continuing op-
eration.
TO START SNOW THROWER
IMPORTANT: Use a U.L listed two conduc-
tor extension cord suitable for outdoor use
in cold weather. Extension cord should be
no longer than 100 feet. Extension cords
are available at a Sears Service Center.
Sears extension cord NO. 83609 is recom-
mended or use one of the extension cords
in the following chart.
RECOMMENDEDEXTENSIONCORDS
MINIMUM GAGE FOR CORDS SETS
Volts Length of Cord in Feet
120V 25ft. 50ft. lOOft.
Ampere
rating
more
than
0
6
10
12
not
more
than AWG
6 18 16 16
10 18 16 14
12 16 16 14
13 14 12 10
cordance with local codes and inspection au-
thorities.
To start snow thrower operation, proceed as
follows:
1. To prevent accidental disconnection of
extension cord from control switch during
operation, loop extension cord through
strain relief clip on control switch (see
Figure 6).
2. Snap strain relief clip down over loop of
extension cord (see Figure 6). Connect
extension cord to power plug on control
switch.
___ Strain Relief .
c,p II
Always connect extension cord to control
switch on snow thrower first, then connect the
other end to a wall receptacle installed in ac-
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