Craftsman 536.886440 User Manual

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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

MAINTENANCE

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER

DISPLACEMENT

GASOLINE CAPACITY

OIL CAPACITY

(20 oz capacity) SPARK PLUG;

VALVE CLEARANCE:

11.0 HP

21.82 cu. in.

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 Betts paragraph in the Ser vice and Adjustment section).

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

wheei and disc drive plate.

NOTE: Clean all excess grease found

on friction disc hub.

Sprockets Sprockets

(Require No Lubrication

Friction

Wheel

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 16.

5. Place a coin or (a shim of equai

thickness) between the rubber fric tion wheel and disc drive plate to

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Bearing

Assembly

Coin or Shim

Gap Between Friction Wheel and Disc Drive

Plate

Grease Zerk

Point at which grease should be visible

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 16.

NOTE: Any greasing or oiling of the

above components can cause contami

nation of the friction wheel. If the disc

Figure 16

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 17. Add S.A.E. 5W30 motor oil as needed. Tighten fill cap/dipstick se curely each time you check the oil lev

el.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Position the snow thrower so that the oil drain plug is at the lowest point on the engine.

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.

After draining all the oil, reinstall the

3. oil drain plug securely.

Fill the engine crankcase with

4. S.A.E. 5W30 motor oil, pouring slowly. DO NOT OVERFILL.

SPARK PLUG

Check the spark plug every twentyfive (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 18.

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.

Change the oil every twenty-five (25) hours or at least once a year if the

snow thrower is not used for twenty-

five (25) hours.

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Feeler Gauge

0.030”

Figure 18

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT

WARNING: Always discon

nect the spark plug wire and

make contact with spark plug to pre vent accidental starting when mak

ing any adjustments or repairs.

TO ADJUST SKID HEIGHT

This snow thrower is equipped with two

height adjustment skids, located on

the outside of the auger housing. See

Figure 19. These skids elevate the front of the

snow thrower.

place it where it cannot

raise the adjustable skids. Tighten the mounting nuts. See Figure 19.

NOTE: For rocky or uneven surfaces, raise the front of the snow thrower by moving the skids down.

WARNING: Be certain to

maintain proper ground

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.

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.

clearance for your particular

For normal 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 PSI. 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,

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 PSI. 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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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT

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,disconnect the Z-fitting at the drive lever,

move the drive lever to the full forward position, just contacting the plastic 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 lever and there in no droop in the cable. See

Figure 20.

Figure 21

5. Pull the cable back through the 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

Belts stretch during normal use. If you need to adjust the belts due to wear or

stretch, proceed as follows:

1. Remove gas from gas tank. Stand snow thrower on end.

2. Disconnect the

drive lever.

3. Pull spring cover up to expose

spring. Push the cable through the spring to expose the threaded por

tion of the cable. See Figure 21.

4. 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

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 22.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT

fraction Drive Belt

Idler Pulley

Loosen the nut on the idler pulley

Auger Drive

Be\\

Belt Guide

and move the pulley toward the belt

about 1/8". See Figure 23.

Tighten the nut.

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 24).

Drive

Pulley

Auger idler

Pulley Engaged

1/2 Inch Deflection

NOTE: If the adjustment is not correct, repeat the adjustment.

Drive Pulley

Loosen this nut

Figure 23

Figure 24

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

flame.

2. Disconnect the spark plug wire.

3. Remove the screw from the belt cover. Remove the belt cover. See

Figure 22.

4. Remove the bolts on each side of the motor mount frame. See

Figure 25.

5. Loosen the bolts on each side of the motor mount frame. The au

ger housing and the motor mount frame will separate, hinged by the

bolts.

Bottom

Motor

Mount Frame

Panel

Auger Housing

6. Replace the belt cover.

7. Check the clutch control cable ad justment.

8. Reconnect the spark plug wire.

Traction Drive Belt

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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Remove top ii bolt (each side)

Loosen bottom bolts (Each Side) Figure 25

6. Loosen the belt guide. Pull the belt

guide away from the auger drive pulley. See Figure 23.

7. Loosen the nut on the idler pulley. Pull the idler pulley away from the

auger drive belt.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT

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 25.

13. TighteiT the bolts on each side of the motor mount frame.

14. Install the belt cover Tighten the screw. See Figure 22.

4. Pull the traction drive idler pulley away from the traction drive belt.

See Figure 26.

Traction Drive Belt

Auger Drive

‘Belt

Traction

Drive Pulley

Traction

Drive Idler Pulley

Engine Pulley Figure 26

Remove the old traction drive belt

5. 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.

Belt Guide

Auger

Drive Pulley

Auger

Idler Pulley

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 Belt

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 outdoors, away from fire or

2, Disconnect the spark plug wire.

3. Remove the auger drive belt. See

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flame.

“How To Remove The Auger Drive

Belt” in the Maintenance section.

Install the new traction drive belt

onto the traction drive pulley and onto the engine pulley.

Make sure the traction drive idler

7. pulley is properly aligned with the traction drive belt.

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 25.

11. Tighten the bolts on each side of the motor mount frame.

12. Install the belt cover. Tighten screw.

See Figure 22.

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.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT

HOW TO ADJUST THE BELT GUIDE

1. Disconnect spark plug wire,

2. Remove the screw. Remove the belt cover. See Figure 22.

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 27.

If an adjustment is necessary, loos

5. 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

screw. See Figure 22.

Connect the spark plug wire.

HOW TO ADJUST OR REPLACE THE FRICTION WHEEL

WARNING: Drain the gasoline outdoors, away from fire or

Loosen bottom bolts (Each Side) Figure 28

6. Position the shift speed lever in

7. Note the position of the friction

flame. Disconnect the spark plug wire. Remove the bolts on each side of

the bottom panel. See Figure 28.

Loosen the bolts on each side of

the bottom panel.

Remove the bottom panel.

Remove Top Bolt

(each side)

' Panel

'■

the first forward gear.

wheel on the disc drive piate (See

Figure 29). 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 follows.

Friction

Bottom

Auger

Housing

/ 0\

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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Figure 29

How To Adjust The Friction Wheel

1. Loosen the bolts on the speed control rod to optain the correct

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT

position for the friction v\/heel. See

Figure 30.

2. Install the bottom panel. See Figure 28.

Figure 31

7. Remove the four bolts that hold the

bearing plates on each side of the hex shaft. See Figure 32.

NOTE: Take special note of the position of the washers and retain ing ring on the hex shaft and the sprocket assembly.

3. Tighterr the bolts on each side of the bottom panel.

4. Install the bolts on each side of the

bottom panel.

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 outdoors, away from fire or

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flame. Disconnect the spark plug wire. Remove the top bolts on each side

of the bottom panel. See Figure 28.

Loosen the bottom bolts on each side of the bottom panel.

Remove the bottom panel. Remove the three fasteners that

hold the friction wheel to the hub. See Figure 31.

Friction Wheel

Bearing Plate

Remove the bearing plate from 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.

Remove the friction wheel from the hub. Slip the friction wheel toward

the right off the hex shaft. See

Figure 31.

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 is engaged with both bearing plates and that the washers and re

taining ring are installed in the origi

nal position. See Figure 32.

Figure 32

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT

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 28.

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. Corjnect the spark plug wire.

HOW TO REPLACE THE AUGER

SHEAR BOLT

The augers are secured to the auger shaft with special shear bolts. 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 protect the machine, use only

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

4. Connect the spark plug wire.

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original equipment shear bolts.

position. Disengage all controls.

Make sure all moving parts have stopped.

hole in the auger shaft. Install the new shear pin and spacer. See Figure 33.

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.

To adjust:

1. Clean spark plug by carefully scraping the electrodes (Do not

sand blast or use a wire brush).

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT

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 34.

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

snow thrower indoors or in

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 than 30 days) follow the steps below.

an enclosed, poorly venti

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-

iine outdoors, away from

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.

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fire or flame.

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 fuel stabilizer supplied 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 oil 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.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

TROUBLE

Difficult starting

Engine runs erratic

Engine stalls

Engine runs erratic; Loss of power

Excessive vibration

Unit fails to propel itself

CAUSE

Defective spark plug.

Water or dirt in fuel system.

Blocked fuel line, empty gas tank, or stale gasoline

Unit running on CHOKE.

Water or dirt in fuel system.

Loose parts: damaged impeller

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

Set choke lever to RUN 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 sen/ice repairman.

Replace drive belt.

Unit fails to discharge snow

Incorrect adjustment of

traction drive cable

Worn or damaged friction wheel.

Auger drive belt loose or damaged.

Auger control cable not adjusted correctly.

Shear bolt broken

Discharge chute clogged.

Foreign object lodged in auger

Adjust traction drive cable.

Replace friction wheel.

Adjust auger drive belt;

replace if damaged.

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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FRAME ASSEMBLY

F-001087J

13 41 42 43 44 45 53 54

SCREW, 5/16-18 WASHER, SPTLK .31X.58X.08 GUIDE. ROD BELT

PLASTIC WASHER WASHER, SPTLK .31X.58X.08 SCREW, 5/16-24X 1.00

SPACER

PULLEY, HALF WASHER. FLAT .752X.91X.02

BELT, V3L 33.13LG

FLATWASHER .765X1.12X.06

SPACER. SLEEVE

PULLEY, ENGINE BELT, V 4L35.6 LG WASHER, FLAT .375X1.25X. 104 WASHER.HVSPTLK .38ID SCREW, 3/8-24X1.00 OWNER’S MANUAL

710024 71060 3949 6711 71060 910828 762291 579854 579861 579932 712120

586251 586253 581264 50677 71063 71015

F-001087J

CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

ELECTRIC START ASSEMBLY

F-001087J

REF.

ENGINE

Key No. Description

6 MOTOR, STARTER

7 SCREW 762226

SCREW

CORD, STARTER 6219

319051

Part No.

330783

6217

CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

FRAME ASSEMBLY

Key No.

80 88 90

91 103 105 106 108 109 110

111

140

141

145

146

148

149 160

161

162 163 199

Description

FRAME ASSY

SCREW. 5/16-18X .50

COVER, BOTTOM SCREW, 1/4-20X .63 IDLER ASSEMBLY

PIN, HAIR .38DIAX1.64LG PIN, KL1K3/16” DIA

ASSY., SPRING ATTACH

BEARING, FL. BOLT, 3/8-16X1.25 CARR.

WASHER, FLAT

LEVER, IDLER ARM TRACTION BOLT, .625X.135 HHSH 5/16-18 IDLER SPRING TRACTION DRIVE SCREW, 3/8-16X1.25 PULLEY. IDLER NUT, 3/8-16 COVER, BELT SCREW. 1/4-20X .63 WASHER, FLAT

LID, BELT COVER

SPRING, IDLER AUGER DRIVE

344688

Part No.

761702-833 780055 583031-853 310169 762295 711682

761761

761766

53703 585781 711617 761701 329989 53704 761760

50793 590 760478 310169 71067 760539 760988

CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY

Key No.

300 301 303 304 305 306

310

311

312 313 314 315 316 320 BRNG, FL

321

322 COLLAR, THRUST 323 324 WASHER. FLAT 325

326 BRNG, FL 327 340 IMPELLER

341

—

CASE, GEAR, RH CASE. GEAR, LH SCREW, 1/4-20X.75

NUT.1/4-20 NUT, 1/4-20 HEXKEPS

SCREW, 3/8-16X.50

SEAL, OIL BEARING, FL

WASHER, FLAT

SHAFT, AUGER OUTPUT GASKET, GEAR BOX WORM GEAR

KEY, WOODRUFF #61

SHAFT, AUGER INPUT

PIN, SPRING

BRNG, ROLL

SEAL, OIL

PIN, SPRING 1002 TUBE LUBRIPLATE

Description

Part No.

10577 10576 710025 302635 303008 9344 9566 50304 48275 340286 51279 51405 431787 50221

583125 580295 454565

48275

50684 50304

9566

760194-853 454565 333431

CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

DRIVE COMPONENTS

192 190

230

225

226

313995 REV P

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DRIVE COMPONENTS

F-001087J

y No.

190 LEVER, ASSY TRACTION CLUTCH

191 BEARING, FLANGE

192

193 195 196 198 NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXCTRLK 210 DISC, ASSY

211

215 SHAFT, HEX TRACTION 216 BEARING, TRUNION

217

221 RING, RETEX

222 223 BEARING, BALL 224 KEY, SQUARE 225

226 227 228 WASHER, SPLIT .26X.50X.06 229 230

231

235 240 HEX, ASSY#40-8T W/PBRG 579897

243 244 245 BEARING, TRUNION 246 WHEEL, ASSY FRICTION 247 249

250 255 BEARING & RETAINER 256 270

271

275 JACK, ASSY#41-36/8T 276 BEARING & RETAINER 334163 277 278 CHAIN ROLLER 579867

—

RING, RET E SPRING, RETURN LEVER, SPRING SCREW, 1/4-20X .63

ZERK, GREASE

FLATWASHER, .53 X1.00X.O63 71074

FLATWASHER, .680X1.12X.060

PULLEY, V3L 6.50X .56

WASHER, WAVE

FLATWASHER, .281X1.00X.063

SCREW, 1/4-20X .75 HHC BEARING & RETAINER 334163 SCREW, 5/16-18X .50 WASHER,.502X .75X.0605 579858

RING, RETEX FLATWASHER, .53 X1.00X.063 71074

SCREW, 1/4-20X .63 11871 NUT, 1/4-20 HEXKEPS 303008 WASHER,.502X .75X.0605 579858

SCREW, 5/16-18X .50 780055 BEARING & RETAINER 334163 SCREW, 5/16-18X .50 780055

SCREW 780055

LINK, CHAIN MASTER

Description

Part No.

761820 53703 20864 53818 579937

11871

73826

583163-853 583206 583155

85501

73811

580969 43846

71371

580961

580965 712123 71059 1x176

780055

783002

337029 53830

334163

761691

760504

CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

AUGER HOUSING ASSEMBLY

F-001087J

339972

CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

AUGER HOUSING ASSEMBLY

Key No.

480

481

482 485

490

491

493 499

500

■502 510

511

514

Description

PULLEY, 4L 6.12X .67 SCREW, 5/16-18X.63 KEY, SQUARE 71371 SPACER, SLEEVE .676X1.00X.53 334514

RETAINER, BALL BRNG 582960 BEARING, BALL SCREW, 5/16-18X .75

NUT, 5/16-18 HEXWDFLLK 710026 HOUSING. ASSY 761743-848 FASTENER, RATCHET BLADE, SCRAPER 22” 581397-853

BOLT, 1/4-20X.75 NUT, 1/4-20 780285

Part No.

762146 577400

43846

313676

309235

340714

520

521

522

523 524

525 526 527

540 SKID, HEIGHT ADJUST 301380-853

541

544 NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEX 710026

* When ordering replacement parts, order Shear Pin part number 760875.

AUGER, ASSY, LH

AUGER, ASSY, RH SCREW, 1/4-20X1.75

SPACER, SLEEVE NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXCTRLK BEARING,FLANGE

NUT, 5/16-18 SCREW, 5/16-18X .75

BOLT, 5/16-18 X .75

340518-853 340523-853

3943

9517 711862 9357

340720

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CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

DISCHARGE CHUTE ASSEMBLY

F-001087J

337160

CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

DISCHARGE CHUTE ASSEMBLY

Key No. Description

582 BOLT, 5/16-18 X.75

583 WASHER, PLASTIC

584

588

592 WASHER, PLASTIC

593

594 FLATWASHER .349X.69X.066

595 WASHER, SPLITLOCK

596 FLATWASHER .349X.69X.066

597 KNOB, T 2/BLADE W/NUT

598

599

NUT, 5/16-18

WASHER, PLASTIC

NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEX

CARR. BOLT 5/16-18X1.00

Part No.

340720

12021

71038

6711

12021

6711

71071

71060

71071

57171

71037

3316

600 CHUTE

600-1 CHUTE, LOWER

600-2 CHUTE, UPPER

600-3 HINGE

601

602

603

604 FLAP, CHUTE

605 POP, RIVET 760987

606 CHUTE COLLAR 585214-853

607

608

609 NUT, 1/4-20 HEX NYLOCK 780029

BOLT, 5/16-18X1.00 586280

WASHER. FLAT .349 X.69 X.066

NUT, 5/16-18 HEXNYL 71038

SCREW, 1/4-20X.75

WASHER, FLAT .281X.63X.065

760990-853

760989

11780

305216

71071

760268

302628

71067

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610 RETAINER, RING INNER

611

RETAINER, RING OUTER 585193

337227

CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

Key No.

720

724

725

726

727

728

730

731

733

734

739

740

Description

HANDLE, UPPER

SCREW, 5/16-18X2.75

WASHER, FLAT .349X.69X.066

WASHER, SPTLK .31X.58X.08

NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEX

STOP, RED PLASTIC

SET OF CLUTCH HANDLE LH & RH

PIN, CLUTCH HANDLE

NUT, PUSH ON CAP

BUMPER, RECTANGLE

CABLE, CLUTCH 28.44L

Part No.

9552-853

11234

71071

71060

71037

11261

334195

4140

3535

4049

1579

741

743

744

745

746

750 HANDLE, LOWER

751

752

753

754

755

756

CABLE. AUGER CLUTCH

TENSION SPRING

SPRING, AUGER CLUTCH

NUT, 1/4-20

BOOT, CLUTCH SPRING

SCREW, 5/16-18X1.00

WASHER, SPTLK

NUT, 5/16-18 REGHEX

PUSHNUT, 5/16 BOLT RETAINER

BRKT, GEAR SELECTOR

SCREW, 5/16-18X2.00

761590

579869

1673

780029

308146

339541-853

313053

71060

71037

309436

337407-853

6751

F-001087J

757

SCREW, .25X.75X.51

300303

CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

WHEEL ASSEMBLY

679

REF.

LEFT WHEEL

678

676

Key No.

650

652 653 654 655 656

655

REF.

RIGHT WHEEL

Description

SHAFT, AXLE SPRKT & HUB SCREW, 1/4-20X2.25 NUT, 1/4-20 HEX NYLOCK BRNG, FL CHAIN, ROLLER

318542

Part No.

580883 583012 73839 780029 581730 579867

F-001087J

671

673 675 676 677

678 679

LINK, CHAIN MASTER FLATWASHER .765X1.12X.06 BUSHING, WHEEL

TIRE & RIM

SCREW, 1/4-20X1.75 HH NUT, 1/4-20 HEX NYLOCK RING, RET PIN, KLIK.25X 1.38DIA

760504 712120 585591

318504 577015

780029

239 73842

CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

SHIFT YOKE ASSEMBLY

Key No.

790 ROD, SHIFT 581631-853

791

792 795 796 800 LEVER, SPRING SHIFT 801

802

811

812 ROD, ASSY. YOKE 581795 813

I87J

SCREW, 1/4-20X.75 NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXCTRLK 73826 NUT. 1/2-13 HEXJAM

KNOB, SHIFT

SCREW, 1/4-20X.75 NUT, 1/4-20 REGHEXCTRLK

BEARING, FLANGED

NUT, 3/8-16 HEXCTRLK

Description Part No.

302628

318486 304438

760564 302628 73826 579944

71111

CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

CHUTE CONTROL ROD ASSEMBLY

856

Key No.

850 854

855 856 860

861

862 863 864 865

866 867 870

871

872 873 874 875

87J

Description

CRANK, ASSY CHUTE

HANDLE, CHUTE CRANK FLATWASHER .39X.70X.05

E RING EYE BOLT 3/8-16X6.00

GROMMET. EYE BOLT

BOOT NUT. 3/8-16 HEX JAM

FLATWASHER .406X.81X.066

ADAPTER, BOOT TO HANDLE

FLATWASHER .406X.81X.066 NUT, 3/8-16 HEXNYL BRACKET. WORM MTG

WORM, GEAR CHUTE ROTATION

BLOCK, UNIVERSAL PIVOT

CLEVIS PIN

PIN, UNIVERSAL JOINT COTTER PIN

Part No

585426

307399 309312 578159 581618

148

308145 71045 71072

309344 71072 71046

585195

585196

578063

578309

578060

579493

CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

DECALS

Key No.

821

823 824 827 828

829 830

831

833 DECAL, TOOLBOX INFO 760983

F-001087J 45

MODEL PLATE DECAL, DANGER CHUTE HAND DECAL, DANGER & FOOT 761776 DECAL, 5/24 CRAFTSMAN 48X250

DECAL, DANGER STRIPE DECAL, DRIVE CLUTCH (SYMBOL) DECAL, AUGER CLUTCH (SYMBOL) 3903 DECAL, GEAR SELECTOR

Description Part No

761916

761079 3902

340047

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.015005

37№>^ % 328/

329

F-001087J

287 390 370K

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.015005

KEY

N0.

PART

NO. DESCRIPTION N0. NO.

0 0 RPM Low 1850 to 2150

1 36469A Cylinder

26727 Dowel Pin

4 0

5 30969 Extension Cap 14 28277 Washer 15 31334 Governor Rod 16 31510 Governor Lever 17 31335 18 651018

31426 Throttle Spring 20 32600 Oil Seal 25

36552 Blower Housing Baffle 86 650488

25A

26A

35883 Baffle Extension

26 650802

650926 Screw, 8-32 X 21/64” 30 37245 40 36073

40 36074

40 36075

41 36070

36071 Piston & Pin Ass’y.

36072 Piston & Pin Ass'y.

36076 Ring Set (Std.) 42 36077 42 36078 43 20381 Piston Pin Retaining Ring

45 32875A Connecting Rod Ass’y.

46 3261OA

27241

RPM High 3550 to 3850 49 32654 Oil Dipper

(Inc!. 2, 20, 72 & 125)

Oil Drain Extension

(Purchase Local)

Governor Lever Clamp Screw

(Incl. 262)

Screw. 1/4-20 x 5/8”

Crankshaft

Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.)

Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.010” OS) 103

Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.020” OS)

Piston & Pin Ass’y. (Std.) (Incl. 43)

(.010” OS) (Incl. 43) 125

(.020” OS) (Incl. 43)

Ring Set (.010” OS) Ring Set (.020” OS)

(Incl. 46 & 49)

Connecting Rod Bolt

Valve Lifter

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION

50 33158 60 29745 64 30063 Screw

64A 8345 Washer

65 650128

27677A

69 70 34674C

27897

75 80 30574A 81 30590A 82 30591

30588A

89 610961

611199

90 92 650815

93 650816 Flywheel Nut 100 101 610118 102 651024 Solid State Mounting Stud

110

110A 36874

120

130A 130B 650818 Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2”

34443B

651007 Screw 35182

119 36443

36441 36471

125

126

127

36472

32644A

650691 Washer

130

135 35395 Spark Plug (RJ19LM)

6021A Screw, 5/16-18 X 1-1/2” 650694A Screw, 5/16-18x2”

Camshaft (BCR) Blower Housing Extension

Screw. 10-24 X 1/2” Cylinder Cover Gasket Cylinder Cover

(Incl. 75 thru 83)

Oil Seal

Governor Shaft Washer Governor Gear Ass’y.

(Incl. 81) Governor Spool Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4” Flywheel Key Flywheel (W/Ring Gear) Belleville Washer

Solid State Ignition Spark Plug Cover

Ground Wire Ground Wire Cylinder Head Gasket

Cylinder Head (Incl. 131) Exhaust Valve (Std.)

(Incl. 151) Exhaust Valve (1/32” OS)

(Incl. 151) Intake Valve (Std.)

(Incl. 151)

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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.015005

150 31672 Valve Spring 151

169 27234A 170 171 172 34146 173 35350

209A 30322

31673 Valve Spring Cap

Valve Cover Gasket

27666 Breather Body

31410

174 178 181 182 6201 183 184 185

200 36677

203 204

650783 29752 Nut & Lock Washer 650870

34583A 26756 Gasket 33691 Intake Pipe

186

206 209

215 35440 219 220 35438 222 28820 223 650664 224 33673A 260 35656A 262 650737 267 268 30200 274

32698 Governor Link

31342 651029 610973 Terminal

650139 Screw, 8-32 X 3/4”

34582 Choke Rod

34212

33670A Exhaust Gasket 275 35771A 277 285 36467A 287 290 292 26460 298 650665

650327

650926 30705

Breather Element Valve Cover Breather Tube Screw, 10-24x3/4”

Screw, 1/4-28 x 1-11/16" Screw. 1/4-28 x 7/8” Choke Bracket

Control Bracket

Compression Spring

(Incl. 203 thru 209A)

Screw, Torx T-10

Lock Nut, 8-32 Control Knob

Choke Knob Screw, 10-32 X 1/2” 370R Screw, 1/4-20 X 1-19/32” 380

Intake Pipe Gasket Blower Housing Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2” Hold Down Bracket Screw, 10-24 X 9/16”

Muffler (Incl. 274) Screw. 1/4-20 X 2-27/64” Starter Cup Screw, 8-32 X 21/64”

Fuel Line Fuel Line Clamp Screw, 1/4-15 X 3/4”

300 35584 Fuel Tank

(Incl. 292 & 301) 301 305 307 308

310 313 328 35062 Ignition Key 329 610973 335 35072 338 340 36247 342

342A

370A 370C 370D 370K 36695

35355 35554 35499 "0" Ring 35539 35556 Dipstick

34080 Spacer

650257

30063

650675 Washer 345 33344 350 351 355 364 365

570682A

32180C 590574 33333 650735 36261 36501 35282

35878 Warning Decal

640084A 390 396 33290E

400 36444

900

900 0

590742 Rewind Starter

0 Replacement Engine

Fuel Cap Oil Fill Tube

Fill Tube Clip

Terminal Carburetor Cover Screw. 8-32 x 5/16”

Fuel Tank Bracket

Screw, Torx T-30

Heat Baffle Primer Ass’y. Primer Line Starter Handle Carburetor Cover Bracket Screw. 10-24 x 3/8” Lubrication Decal

Primer Decal

Caution Decal

Starter Decal

Carburetor (Incl. 184)

Electric Starter Motor (110 Volt) (Optional)

Gasket Set (Incl. Items

Marked PK in Notes) Incl. part#’s 26756(1), 27234A (2), 27272A (1), 27677A(1), 29673(1), 36443(1), 33670A(1), 33673A (1)

NONE

Replacement S/B 754273B, order from 71-999

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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.015005

— 8

F-001087J

KEY

NO.

0 3 6 7

8 11 12 13 14

PART NO.

590742 590740 590616 590617 590645A 590647 590535 590574 590760

DESCRIPTION

Rewind Starter Retainer Starter Dog Dog Spring

Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass’y Starter Housing Ass’y Starter Rope (Length 98” x 9/64” dia.) Mitten Grip Handle (Not included w/starter) Spring Clip

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.015005

F-001087J

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.015005

KEY

N0.

0 33290E Electric Starter {110 Volt)

2 31749 Retainer Ring

3 33522

5A 37332

7 35450

9 0

10A 35452A Brush & Spring Card Ass’y.

13 590500 Thrust Washer

PART NO.

Spring Retainer

33769 Anti-drift Spring

Nut & Gear (Incl. 2)

35461

35912 Armature

Drive End Cap Ass’y- (Incl. 7)

”0” Ring

Housing Ass’y. (Must Purchase Complete Motor)

DESCRIPTION

14 33441 Ground Screw

15 35453

16 35454 Switch Box Ass’y.

19 35911

24 35462 Case Bolt

25 35456

26 650819

26 651032

29 32450B

650759

Commutator End Cap Ass’y. (Incl. 7)

Thrust Washer

Grounding Screw

Screw, 6-32 X 2-1/2”

Screw, 12-16 X 5/8”

Extension Cord (10’ 6”)

Screw, Torx T-30, 1/4-20 x 23/32”

F-001087J

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.015005

F-001087J

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.015005

KEY

N0.

7 10 14 15 16

17 18

20A

PART NO.

640084A 631615 631767 640070 650506

632108 631890 630735 631807 651025 630766 640027 640053

DESCRIPTION

Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List) Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly Throttle Return Spring Throttle Shutter Shutter Screw

Choke Shaft & Lever Assembly Choke Shutter Choke Positioning Spring

Fuel Fitting Throttle Crack Screw/ldle Speed Screw Tension Spring

Idle Restrictor Screw

Idle Restrictor Screw Cap

27 28 29 30 31 32 33 27554 36

44 47 48

631951 631024 632019 631028 631021 631022 27136A

632745 632547 640183 27110A 630748 631027

Float Bowl Ass’y (Incl. 32 & 33)

Float Shaft Float Float Bowl ”0” Ring Inlet Needle, Seat & Clip {incl. 31) Spring Clip Bowl Drain Assembly Drain Plunger Gasket Main Nozzle Tube ”0” Ring, Main Nozzle Tube

High Speed Bowl Nut

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

F-001087J

632760

Repair kit (Incl. Items Marked PK in Notes)

For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7am-7pm, 7days a week

1-800-366-PART

(1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega

a domicìlio -1-800-659-7084

For in-house major brand repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7days a week

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7247)

Para pedir servicio de reparación a domicilio- 1-800-676-5811

For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 hours a day, 7days a week

1-800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement Call 9am-5pm, Monday-Saturday

1-800-827-6655

When requesting service or ordering

parts, always provide the following infor mation:

• Product Type • Part Number

• Model Number • Part Description

REPAIR SERVICES

Ame r i ca 's R ep ai r S p ec i a li st s

Printed in U.S.A.

Craftsman 536.886440 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER

A WARNING: A

TRAINING

PREPARATION

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

Control And Operating Symbols

O I I'l H N

Contents of Parts Bag (actual size)

/V WARNING: Always wear

TO INSTALL SHIFTER KNOB

SNOW CHUTE ASSEMBLY

HOW TO SET THE SKID HEIGHT

^ CHECKLIST

TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE

TO THROW SNOW

TO USE WHEEL LOCKOUT PIN

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

TO STOP ENGINE

TO START ENGINE (electric starter, if equipped)

COLD START

WARM START

TO START ENGINE (recoil starter)

COLD START

WARM START

FROZEN STARTER

• Disconnect spark plug wire.

SNOW THROWING TIPS

SNOW THROWER

AS REQUIRED

LUBRICATION-EVERY 25 HOURS

To Lubricate

LUBRICATION-NOT REQUIRED

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

SPARK PLUG

TO ADJUST SKID HEIGHT

TO ADJUST SCRAPER BAR

HOW TO CHECK AND ADJUST THE CABLES

TO ADJUST BELTS

TO REPLACE BELTS

Traction Drive Belt

How To Remove the Traction Drive Belt

HOW TO ADJUST THE BELT GUIDE

HOW TO ADJUST OR REPLACE THE FRICTION WHEEL

How To Check The Friction Wheel

How To Replace The Friction Wheel

TO ADJUST THE CARBURETOR

TO ADJUST OR REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG

To adjust:

STORAGE

SNOW THROWER

ENGINE

OTHER

CRAFTSMAN 24” 5HP SNOW THROWER 536.886440

DRIVE COMPONENTS

DECALS

1-800-366-PART

1-800-4-REPAIR

1-800-488-1222

1-800-827-6655