Craftsman 536.886440 User Manual

CRAFTSMAN

5 Horsepower 24 Inch Dual Stage

120V- Electric Start SNOW THROWER

MODEL NO.

536.886440

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

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OPERATION ....................................

MAINTENANCE ...............................

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ..

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2 STORAGE 2

TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART ..

REPAIR PARTS

ENGINE REPAIR PARTS

SPANISH (ESPAÑOL)

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ..

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BACK COVER

WARRANTY STATEMENT

LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER

For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Snow thrower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner’s manual, Craftsman 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 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 spark plugs, drive belts and shear

pips.

• 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., D817WA, Hoffman Estates. IL 60179

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SAFETY RULES

LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT MEANS— ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

A WARNING: A

Engine Exhaust, some of Its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro ductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

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WARNING: Always discon

nect the spark plug wire

make contact with spark plug to prevent accidental starting during: Preparation, Maintenance, or Stor age of your snow thrower.

and place it where it cannot

IMPORTANT: Safety standards re

quire 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.

TRAINING

1. Read the operating and service instruction manual carefully. 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 without 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 especially 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. Hcindle 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 with 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.

7. Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is running (except when specifically recommended by manu facturer).

8. Let engine (motor) and snow thrower ad just to outdoor temperatures before starting

to clear snow.

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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 ail 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 spark 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 toe 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 toe engine (motor) indoors, ex cept when starting the engine (motor) and for transporting the snow thrower in or out

of toe building. Open toe outside doors; ex haust fumes are dangerous (containing CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS).

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 weiis, drop-offs, and the like without proper ad justment of the snow discharge angle.

Keep chiidren and pets away.

14. Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.

15. Never operate the machine at high trans port speeds on slippery surfaces. Look be hind and use care when backing up.

16. Never direct discharge at bystanders or aiiow anyone in front of the unit.

17. Disengage power to the collector/impeller 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.).

19. Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the

handies. Walk; never run.

20. Do not over-reach. Keep proper footing

and balance at all 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 6S 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 for 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 throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of the

auger/impeller.

WARNING: This snow thrower is

for use on sidewalks, driveways

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.

Control And Operating Symbols

Slow

Fast

Electric Start Engine Start Engine Run

O I I'l H N

Engine Off Engine Stop On Choke Off Choke On Neutral

Throttle Primer Button Ignition Key

Ignition Off Ignition On

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Drive Clutch Forward Reverse Auger Clutch Auger Collector Engage

Push To Engage

Electric Starter

Discharge DOWN

Fuel

Discharge UP Discharge LEFT Discharge RIGHT

Oil

■Ô

Fuel Oil Mixture

Weight Transfer

Lift Handle To

Engage

Weight Transfer

Depress Pedal

To Disengage

Safety Warning Symbols

Thrown Objects.

Keep Bystanders Away.

IMPORTANT

Read Owner’s Manual

Before Operating

This Machine.

Transmission

DANGER

Thrown Objects.

Keep Bystanders Away.

DANGER

Avoid Injury From

Rotating Auger. Keep

Hands, Feet And

Clothing Away.

Ignition Key

Insert To Run,

Pull Out To Stop.

Stop The Engine

Before Unclogging

Discharge Chute!

WARNING

Hot Surface

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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, 5/16-18 X 2 in

1-N»t, 5/16-18

1-Split Lockwasher

1-Flatwasher 11/32ln.

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3- 11/32

Flatwashers

3-5/16-18 Nylon Hex Nuts

1 - Shift Lever Knob

(not actual size)

1- Starter Cord (not actual size)

1 - 1/4-20 Hex Jam Nut

ASSEMBLY

Parts packed separately in carton (not shown full size)

2- Ignition Keys

(Attached to engine in plastic bag)

/V WARNING: Always wear

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.

Auger Drive Lever ,

^ -----------Traction

Drive Lever

Clutch Cable

Shifter

Lever

Crank Assembly

Height Adjust Skid

Figure 2

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.

ASSEMBLY

2. Remove and discard the packing material from around the snow thrower.

3. Cut down all four corners of the car ton and lay the panels flat.

4. Roll snow thrower oft the carton by pulling on the lower handle. CAU

TION: DO NOT back over cables.

5. Remove the packing materia! from handle assembly.

6. Cut ties securing the clutch control cables to the lower handle and lay cable back away from the motor frame.

TO ASSEMBLE THE HANDLE AND CRANK ASSEMBLY

Cut tie holding shift rod to lower har^le and move shifter to the first forward gear.

Loosen, but do not remove, the

screws, flatwashers, lockwashers,

and hex nuts in the upper holes of

the lower handle. See Figure 3.

Right Hand Side Of Upper Handle

Loosen, but do not remove

NOTE: If the cables have become dis connected form the clutch levers, rein stall the cables as shown in Figure 4.

NOTE: Position cable through slots on

shifter plate.

Clutch Lever

Install hardware supplied in the parts bag (screw, flatwasher, lock- 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.

11/32”

5/16” Hex NuP

5/16” Split Lockwasher

' Flatwasher

□ / Screw

Figure 3

NOTE: Make sure the cables are not caught between the upper and lower handle.

3. Raise the upper handle into operat ing position. Upper handle should be to the outside of the lower han dle.

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6. Reinstall flatwasher and adaptor. Install eye bolt through lower hole on the left hand side of the handle.

ASSEMBLY

7. Install the 3/8” flatwasher and the 3/8” nylon locknut loosely on the eye bolt.

Carefully remove cotter pin, clevis

pin and universal joint pin from yoke end of crank rod assembly. See Figure 6.

Place universal Joint into end of

9. worm gear lining up large holes. In sert universal joint pin (ensure

opening in pin is in line with

small openings in universal

joint).

10. Place yoke end of crank rod around universal joint, lining up openings. Insert clevis pin through

assembly and secure with cotter

pin. Spread ends of cotter pin to lock in place.

11. Tighten nut on eye bolt. Make sure eye bolt is properly aligned and the

crank can freely rotate.

12. Tighten all handle bolts.

Cotter Pin

TO INSTALL SHIFTER KNOB

Thread the 1/2-13 hex jam nut

1. found in parts bag onto the threaded end of the shifter lever. See

Figure 7.

Thread the shifter lever knob onto the threaded end of the shifter le

ver until it is snug against the hex

jam nut and the lip is pointed away

from the engine. Tighten the hex jam nut against the bottom of the

shifter lever knob to lock in posi

tion.

Hex Jam Nut

Speed

Shifter Lever

NOTE: If the cables have become dis connected. reinstall springs as shown in

Figure 8.

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Figure 7

ASSEMBLY

SNOW CHUTE ASSEMBLY

Turn crank assembly counterclock wise until it stop.

Position snow chute on inside of snow chute flange and align the three holes in the snow chute with

holes on snow chute flange. (See Figure 9)

Place three 5/16-18 carriage bolts

from inside of chute as shown in

Figure 9. (hardware is found in

parts bag).

Place three 5/16-18 flatwashers and three 5/16-18 nuts on outside of flange.

Tighten all four carriage bolts se curely.

NOTE: DO NOT overtighten carriage bolts.

6. Turn crank assembly clockwise and make sure all carriage bolts are

tight.

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

^ 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;

^ All assembly instructions have been

completed. The discharge chute rotates freely.

No remaining loose parts in carton.

height for different conditions, see To

Adjust Skid Height paragraph in the Service And Adjustment section.

While learning how to use your snow

thrower, pay extra attention to the fol

lowing important items;

y* Engine oil is at proper level. y* Make sure gas tank is filled properly

with clean, 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.

Primer Ignition Button Key

Choke Control

Throttle Sorter Control Handle ^ W

Bedric

lilton (right hand)

____

Traction Drive Lever

(left hand)

Remote Chute Control

- Crank Assembly

Chute Deflector

Figure 10

Auger Drive Lever - Starts and stops

the auger and impeller (snow gathering

and throwing) Traction Drive Lever - Propels the

snow thrower fonward 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

tine 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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Choke Control - Used to start a cold engine.

Primer Button - Injects fuel directly into the carburetor manifold for fast starts in cold weather.

Remote Chute Control Lever - Push forward 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 elec tric starter.

Shear Pin -Shear pins are designed to break (to protect the machine) if an ob

ject becomes lodged in the aguer hous

ing. Toolbox -spare shear pins and spacers

are located in toolbox.

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

Manual before operating

charge toward bystanders stop the engine before unclogging discharge chute or auger housing and before

leaving the machine. TO STOP YOUR

SNOW THROWER

1. To stop throwing snow, release the

2. To stop the wheels, release the

3. To stop the engine, push the

TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE

1. Turn the chute control rod to set the

2. Loosen the wing knob on the chute

machine. Never direct dis

auger drive lever. See Figure 10.

traction drive lever.

throttle control lever to off and pull

out the ignition key.

direction of the snow throwing.

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 11).

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

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 12.

(left

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

Figure 11

2-Wheel Drive

Figure 12

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 13.

OPERATION

Klick Pin

Unlocked Position

Single Wheel Drive

Figure 13

NOTE: Make sure that the klick 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 all

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 all fasteners are tight.

4. Make sure the height adjust skids are properly 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 14). Do not

add too much oil.

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OH Fill Cap/Dipstick

NOTE: Oil level must be between full and Add mark

Figure 14

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 fuels (called gasohol or

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 residual gasoline from the float chamber. Use fresh fuel next season. See the Stor age section in this manual for additional

information.

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.

WARNING: Gasoline is flam

mable. Always use caution

gasoline.

Do not fili fuel tank while snow

thrower is running, when it is hot, or when sn'bw 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.

when handling or storing

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

equipped with a three-wire

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 carefuliy 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 threehole grounded receptacle first.

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 to”FAST’ posi

tion.

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.

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).

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 tile 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)

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 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) 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.

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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FROZEN STARTER

If the starter is frozen and will not turn

engine:

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

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 conffol, and starter handle several times.

WARNING: Never run en

gine indoors or in enclosed,

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.

without taking the following precau tions:

• Release auger drive lever.

• Move throttle lever to stop posi

• Remove (do not turn) ignition

poorly ventilated areas. En

WARNING: Do not attempt

to remove any Item that may

become lodged in auger

tion.

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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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

SERVICE RECORDS

MAINTENANCE

Fill in dates as you

complete regular

service.

Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Tighten All Screws and

Nuts Check Spark Plug

Lubricate All Pivot Points

Lubricate Disc Drive Plate Zerk (See Maintenance)

Check Fuel

---------------

Drain Fuel

Check Cable Adjustment

(See Cable Adjustment) Adjust Drive Belt

_________

Before

Each

Use

V V

Often

Every

Hours

Every

Hours

Every

Hours

V V

Each

Season

■V

Before

Storage

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. Ai=TER 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.

Figure 15

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