Craftsman 536885211 User Manual

CRAFTSMAN

5.0 Horsepower 21 Inch Single Stage Auger Propelled SNOW THROWER

Electric Start

MODEL NO.

536.885211

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

Table of Contents Warranty 2

Safety Rules Contents of Shipping Carton 4

Assembly

Operation Maintenance

2-4

6-10

11 Parts Ordering/Service Back Cover

Service and Adjustments Storage 16 T roubleshooting 17 Snow Repair Parts Engine Repair Parts 25-29 Spanish(Espahol) 30-46

12-15

18-24

WARRANTY STATEMENT

LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER

For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Snow Thrower is main tained, 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 workman ship. If this Craftsman Snow Thrower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this war ranty applies 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 spark plugs, drive belts and

shear pins.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con tained 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

SAFETY RULES

Look for this symbol to point out Important safety precautions. It means-

ATTENTION!!! Become alert!!! Your safety is involved.

CAUTION: Always turn key to OFF position and remove key to prevent accidental starting when setting-up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

IMPORTANT: Safety standards require operator presence controls to minimize the

risk of injury. Your snow thrower is equipped with such controls. Do not attempt to defeat the function of the operator

presence control under any circumstances.

California Proposition 65

WARNING :The

engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

BEFORE USE

• Read the owner's manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the snow thrower. Know how to stop the snow thrower and disengage the controls quickly.

• Do not operate the snow thrower without wearing adequate outer garments. Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all

persons, particularly small children and pets.

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow thrower is to be used and remove

all foreign objects.

• Use extension cords and receptacles as

specified by the manufacturer for all snow throwers with electric drive motors or with factory-installed or optional starting motors.

• Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snow thrower (such as electric starter kits,

etc.).

• 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.

• This snow thrower is for use on side

walks, driveways, and other ground level surfaces. CAUTION: should be exercised while using on steep sloping surfaces. DO

NOT USE SNOW THROWER ON SURFACES ABOVE GROUND LEVEL such as roofs of residences, garages, porches or other such structures or buildings.

• Check all bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the snow thrower is in safe working condition.

• Disengage clutch before starting the engine.

• Let engine and snow thrower adjust to

outdoor temperatures before starting to clear snow.

FUEL SAFETY

• Handle fuel with care; it is highly flam

mable.

• Use an approved container.

• Check fuel supply before each use, allowing space for expansion as the heat of the engine and/or sun can cause fuel to expand.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors. Replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.

• Never remove the fuel tank cap or add

fuel to a running or hot engine.

• Never store fuel or snow thrower with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame.

OPERATING SAFETY

• 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.

• 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.

• Do not use this machine if you are mentally or physically unable to operate

this machine safely.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while perform

ing an adjustment or repair to protect your| eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the snow thrower.

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

• Exercise extreme caution to avoid slipping | or falling, especially when operating in

reverse or backing up.

• Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Excercise caultion when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to

clear steep slopes.

• Never operate the snow thrower without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in place.

• Never operate the snow thrower near glass enclosures, automobiles, window wells, drop-offs, and the like without

proper adjustment of the snow discharge

angle. Keep children and pets away.

• Never operate the snow thrower 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 the snow thrower.

• Do not run the engine indoors, except

when starling the engine and for trans

porting the snow thrower in or out of the building. Open the outside doors; exhaust

fumes are dangerous, containing CAR

BON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS.

• Take all possible precautions when leaving the snow thrower unattended.

Disengage the auger/impeller, stop engine, and remove key.

• Do not overload the machine capacity by

attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.

SAFE STORAGE

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

• Disengage power to the auger/impeller when snow thrower is transported or not

in use.

• Never store the snow thrower with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where

ignition sources are present such as water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the like. Allow the engine to coo! before storing in any enclosure.

REPAIR/ADJUSTMENTS SAFETY

• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor). Turn key to OFF position and remove key to prevent accidental starting. Thoroughly inspect the snowth rower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and

operating it.

• If snow thrower should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop engine (motor) and

check immediately for the cause. Vibra tion is generally a warning of trouble.

• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the operating position. Also, turn key to OFF position and remove key before unctogging the auger/impeller housing or discharge chute, and when making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections. Remove wire from spark plug to prevent accidental starting.

• When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,

make certain the auger/impeller and all moving parts have stopped.Turn key to

OFF position and remove key to prevent

accidental starting.

• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except when specifically recommended by the manu facturer.

• Maintain or replace safety and instruction

labels, as necessary.

• Run the snow thrower a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of the

auger/impeller.

WARNING: This unit is equipped with

an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved for est-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov ered land unless the engine's exhaust sys tem is equipped with a spark arrester meet ing applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be main tained in effective working order by the op erator.

In the state of California the spark arrester is required by law (Section 4442 of the Califor nia Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester/muffler is available through your nearest Sears Autho

rized Service Center (See ENGINE REPAIR PARTS section in this manual).

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AVOID INJURY mOM ROTATING AUGER-

KEEP HANDS, FEET,

AND CLOTHING AWAY!

STOP THE ENGINE

BEFORE UNCLOGGING

DISCHARGE CHUTE!

Contents of Parts Bag

1 - Owner's Manual (not shown) 1 - Parts Bag (not shown)

1 - 3.2 ounce container

Craftsman 2-cycle oil

1 - Electric Starter Cord

10 ft.

ASSEMBLY

A CAUTION: Always wear safety

glasses or eye shields while assembling snow thrower.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

1 - Knife to cut carton

The figure to the right 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

• Locate and remove container of Crafts man 2-cycle oil.

• Remove the inserts positioned around the unit and the packing material.

• Cut down two comers nearest the handles and lay the panel down flat.

• Remove and discard bottom packaging.

• Pull snow thrower out of the carton.

TO ASSEMBLE THE SNOW THROWER

• Remove wrap on upper handle and along

the side of both handles. Discard wrap.

• Unfold upper handle to remove packaging on the control panel and discard.

• Loosen the tee knobs on each side of the

upper handle. See figure on this page.

• Raise the upper handle to the operating

position.

NOTE: Make sure the cables are not

caught between the upper and lower

handle.

• Check to be sure the clutch cable is not

caught in the handle. Tighten the tee

knobs.

Tee Knob

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

checklist:

/ All assembly instructions have been

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 following

important items:

Make sure gas tank is filled with

40:1 ratio mixture of gasoline and oil.

// Become familiar with all controls-their

location and function. Operate controls before starting engine.

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 tor future reference.

. SPARK

W PLUG

Electric Start Ignition Off ignition On

ACCESS

Spark Plug

40:1

Oil/Fuel Mixture Primer Button

Auger Control Bar - Starts and stops the auger which propels the snow thrower.

Chute Control Rod - Changes the direc tion of snow discharge.

Chute Deflector - Changes the distance the snow is thrown.

Discharge Chute - Changes the direction the snow is thrown.

Ignition Switch Key - Must be inserted and turned to the ON position to start the engine.

Choke Control - Used to start a cold en gine

Primer Button - Injects fuel directly Into the

carburetor manifold for fast starts in cold weather.

Recoil Starter Handle - Starts the engine manually.

Electric Starter Button - Used to start the engine using the 120V electric starter.

Spark Plug Access Panel - Aides in spark plug removal.

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