Craftsman 536.888400 User Manual

CRAFTSMAN

6 Horsepower 24 Inch Dual Stage

Free-WheelIngTrack 120V. Electric Start

SNOWTHROWER

MODEL NO.

536.888400

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.SJV.

76081711/03/97

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents 2 Warranty 2 Safety Rules 2-4 Contents of Shipping Carton 4-5 Assembly 5-8 Operation 8-14 Maintenance 15-17

Service and Adjustments Storage

Troubleshooting Repair Parts Engine Repair Parts

Spanish(Espaftol)

Parts Ordeiing/Service

17-23 23-24

25-34 35-40 41-65

Back Cover

WARRANTY STATEMENT

LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWE^^

purchase, when this Craftsman Snow Thrower is main-

and tuned up accordirig to the operating and maintenance instructions in

manshiftftianual, Craftsman will repair, free of charge, any defect in material or workIf this Craftsman Snow Thrower is used for commercial or rental purposes this warranty

applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. ’

This warranty does not cover the foliowing; ,

• items which become worn during normal use, such as spark plugs, drive belts and shear pins.

* because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank

shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con

tained tn the owner^s manual.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. . у «. nun

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

SAFETY RULES

^a-rrPMTfJiwifi'2’*’®' point out important safety precautions, it means-

ATTENTiONii! Become alertil! Your safety is involved.

^ CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to prevent accidental starting when setting-up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

IMPORTANT: Safety standards require operator presence controls to minimize the risk of injury. Your snow thrower is equipped with such controls. Do not attempt

to defeat the function of the operator

jresence controi under any circumstances.

A California Proposition 65

A WARNING: The

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

TRAINING

Read the operator's manual carefully.

Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the snow thrower. Know how to stop the snow thrower and disengage the controls quickly.

Never allow children to operate the

snow thrower and keep them away while it is operating. Never allow adults to operate the snow thrower without proper instruction. Do not carry passen

gers. Keep the area of operation clear of all

persons, particularly small children and pets.

Exercise caution to avoid slipping or

falling, especially when operating in

reverse.

reproductive harm.

PREPARATION 4.

1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow thrower is to be used and

remove all doormats, sleds, boards,

wires and other foreign objects. 5.

2. Disengage ail clutches before starting the engine (motor).

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

4. Handle fuel with care; it is highly ' flammable.

(a) Use an approved fuel container. (b) Never remove fuel tank cap or add

fuel to a running engine or hot 7 engine. '

extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors. .

(d) Replace fuel tank cap securely 8.

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 9.

use, allowing space for expansion as the heat of the engine (motor) and/or sun can cause fuel to expand. 10

5. Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all snow throwers with electric drive motors or electric starting motors.

6. Adjust the snow thrower height to clear gravel or crushed rock surfaces.

7. Never attempt to make any adjust- “• “• menls while the engine (motor)

is running (except when specifically recommended by the manufacturer).

8. Let engine (motor) and snow thrower 12 adjust to outdoor temperatures before

starting to clear snow.

9. Always wear safety glasses or eye 12

shields during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that

may be thrown from the snow thrower.

OPERATION . ’ 14

1. Do not operate this machine if you are taking drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your 15 ability to operate this machine.

2. Do not use this machine if you are mentally or physically unable to operate this machine safely. 16

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

Exercise extreme caution when operat-| ing on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

After striking a foreign object, slop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, disconnect the cord on electric motors, thoroughly inspect the snovy thrower for any damage, and , repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower. '

if the snow thrower should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the (motor) and check imrnediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the auger/impeller housing or discharge guide, and when making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.

When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the auger/impeller and all '

moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent acciden tal starting.

Take all possible precautions when

leaving the snow thrower unattended.

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

Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting the engine and for transporting the snow thrower in or out of the building. Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous (contain

ing CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODOR

LESS and DEADLY GAS).

Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.

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

Never operate the snow thrower near glass enclosures, automobiles, window wells, drop-offs, and the like without proper adjustment of the snow discharge angle. Keep children and pets

away. Do not overload the machine capacity

by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.

Never operate the snow thrower at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing. ’

Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of the snow

thrower.

17. Disengage power to the auger/ impetier when snow thrower is

transported or not in use.

18. Use only attachments and accesso ries approved by the manufacturer

of the snow thrower (such as tire chains, electric start kits, etc).

19. Never operate the snow thrower

without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and

keep a firm hold on the handles.

Walk; never run.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

1. Check shear bolts and other bolts

frequently for proper tightness to be sure the snow thrower is in safe working condition.

2. Never store the snow thrower with

fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the like. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

3. Always refer to operator's manual

instructions for important details if the snow thrower is to be stored for an extended period.

Contents of Parts Bag (actual size)

1 • Owner's Manual (not shown)

2 - Parts Bags (not shown)

* Non-Assembly Parts are found in

the toolbox located on top of the belt cover

4. Maintain or replace safety and instruc tion labels, as necessary.

5. Run the snow thrower a few minutes , after throwing snow to prevent freezeup of the auger/impeller.

iilisk WARNING: This snow thrower is for

use on sidewalks, driveways and other ground level surfaces. ,

Caution should be exercised while using on steep sloping surfaces. DO NOT USE SNOW THROWER ON SURFACES ABOVE GROUND LEVEL such as roofs of residences, garages, porches or other such structures or buildings.

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lili

AVOID INJURY FROM

ROTATING AUGER-

KEEP HANDS, FEET,

AND CLOTHING AWAY!

- Spare Spacers

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STOP THE ENGINE

BEFORE UNCLOGGtNG

DISCHARGE CHUTE!

3 • Carriage Bolts, 5/16-18x1.00 In.

1- Shifter Knob

5-11/32 Flatwashers 5/16-18

1- Nut, 1«-13 Hexjam

3 -Hex Nylon Nuts,

1 - Starter Motor Cord 10Ft.

2- Nut, 5/16-18 Reghex

Pajt^acked separately in cartm (not shown full size)

1 - container fuel

2 - Ignition Keys (Attached to engine in

plastic bag) 1 ‘ Snow Chute Assembly

THIS SNOW THROWER HAS A TRACK DRIVE SYSTEM EQUIPPED TO GIVE YOU

FREE-WHEELING CAPABILITY

If your snow thrower must be moved without the aid of the engine, it will be easier to pull the snow thrower backward by the handles, rather than pushing. For details on how to use the freewheeling capability, see the Track Drive/Free-Wheel Feature paraqraoh in the

Operation section of this manual. a «k*>

used. After first use, check the track for tension and adjust if necessary. See the Track Adjustment paragraph in the Senrice and Adjustments section of this manual. Check track

adjustment and fasteners regularly.

track drive system may be tight but will loosen up as the snow thrower is ■

______

stabilizer

ASSEMBLY

A CAUTION: Always wear safety

glasses or eye shields while assembling snow thrower.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Knife to cut carton and plastic ties

1/2 inch wrenches (or adjustable

wrenches)

2 -

9/16 inch wrenches (or adjustable wrenches)

3/4 inch wrenches (or adjustable wrenches)

Pliers (to spread cotter pin) Screwdriver

Measuring tape or ruler

The figure below shows the snow thrower in the shipping carton.

The figure below shows the snow thrower completely assembled.

References to the right or left hand side of the snow thrower are from the viewpoint of the operator's position behind the unit.

Auger drive lever _^Traction drive lever

Clutch cable

Shifter. iever

Shifter.

plate

Chute deflector

^.»Height-

adjust skids

TO REMOVE SNOW THROWER

FROM CARTON

• Locate and remove container of 5W30 oil.

• Locate all parts packed separately and remove from the carton.

NOTE: Place fuel stabilizer in a safe place until needed for storage.

• Remove and discard the packing material

from around the snow thrower.

• Cut all four comets of the carton from top

to bottom and lay the panels flat.

• Roll the snow thrower off the carton by pulling on the lower handle. CAUTION; DO NOT back over cables.

• Remove the pacldng material from handle assembly and plastic protector on

top of auger housing.

• Cut ties securing the clutch control cables

to the lower handle.

TO INSTALL THE UPPER HANDLE AND CRANK ASSEMBLY

• Loosen, but do not remove the screw, flatwasher, lockwasher and hex nut in the

right hand upper holes of the lower

handle. See next figure.

NOTE: If the cables have become discon

nected from the clutch levers, reinstall the

cables as shown in figure below.

NOTE: Position cable through slots on

shifter plate.

Install hardware supplied in the parts bag (Screws, flatwashers, lockwashers, and hex nuts) into lower holes on handles. See figure above.

Tighten screws in lower holes.

Rotate upper crank rod into the operating position. See figure below.

Upper Crank \

Rod In \

Operating

Position.

Upper handle

(Left hand)

// Upper handle

(Right hand}

Loosen, but

,do not remove

5/16’hex Nut

11/32* Flatwasher

16X2*

5/16" Lockwasher

Screw

• Loosen, but do not remove the nylon locknut on the eye bolt assembly in the left hand upper holes of the lower handle.

See next figure.

• Cut tie securing upper crank rod to the lower crank rod.

• Cut tie holding shift rod to lower handle and move shifter to the first gear.

• Raise upper handle into operating posi tion. Upper handle should be to the outside of the lower handle.

NOTE: Make sure the cables are not caught between the upper and lower handle or on the gear select bracket.

Eye Bolt

•

Carefully remove cotter pin and clevis pin from yoke end of upper crank rod assem bly as shown in figure below.

Universal Joint Pin

Upper Crank Rod

NOTE: If this removes the universal joint

and universal joint pin. Place universal

joint into yoke of upper crank rod lining up

largo holes. Insert universal joint pin. (En sure opening in universal joint pin is in line with small openings in universal joint.)

• While holding universal joint in place slide

the upper crank rod down through the

eye bolt uritil the universal joint will slide into the yoke of the lower crank rod.

End of Eye

Bolt

Itter Pin

Line up openings, insert clevis pin through

assembly and secure with cotter pin.

Spread ends of cotter pin to lock in place. See figure below.

• Tighten nut on eye bolt, keeping eye in line with the rod while tightening the in

side securely.

• Tighten screw in right hand upper hole.

TO INSTALL SHIFTER LEVER KNOB

• Thread the hex nut found in the parts bag onto shifter lever. Thread the shifter lever knob onto the threaded end of the shifter lever until it is snug against the hex nut and the lip is pointed away from the en gine. Tighten hex nut against the bottom of the shifter lever knob. See figure below.

TO ASSEMBLE SNOW CHUTE

• Turn crank assembly counterclockwise until it stops.

• Locate three carriage bolts, flatwashers and nuts (found in parts bag) from snow chute flange. DO NOT remove carriage bolt over worm gear.

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

as shown in figure below. .

• Install carriage bolts from inside of chute

as shown in figure below, flatwashers and nuts.

• Tighten carriage bolts securely. Be careful not to overtighten. See figure below.

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

NOTE: If the cables have become discon nected, reinstall spring as shown in figure below.

4" Lg free state

Traction ^ \ 3" Lg free state

drive

spring^

Traction drive

spring lever

spring

Auger drive spring cable

CONTROL CABLES

The control cables attached to the auger clutch lever and traction clutch lever as shown in figure below may need to be ad justed before you use your snow thrower.

For instructions on checking or adjusting the control cables, (See To Adjust Clutch

Control Cables paragraph on page17).

Traction Clutch Lever Auger Clutch Lever

__ __

^QFF

Control cables

HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW

THROWER

• Your snow thrower is equipped with height adjust skids (see second figure on page 5) on the outside of the auger housing. To adjust the skid height for different conditions, (see To Adjust Skid Height

paragraph on page 17).

/ CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new snow

thrower, to ensure that you receive the

best performance and satisfaction from this quaiity product, please review the following checklist:

/ All assembly instmctions have been

completed. / The discharge chute rotates freely. / No remaining loose parts in carton.

While learning how to use your snow thrower, pay extra attention to the following important items;

^/ Engine oil is at proper level. // Make sure gas tank is filled properly

with clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.

// Become familiar with all controls-their

location and function. Operate controls before starting engine.

Auger Drive Lever - Starts and stops the auger and impeller (snow gathering and throwing).

Traction Drive Lever - Propels the snow thrower forward and in reverse.

Speed Shifter Lever - Selects the speed of snow thrower (6 speeds forward and 2 speeds reverse).

Crank Assembly - Changes the direction of snow throwing through the discharge chute.

Chute Deflector - Changes the distance the snow is thrown.

Discharge Chute - Changes the direction the snow is thrown.

KItck Pin - Changes the track drive from normal to free-wheel drive, which allows the unit to be transported easily without the en gine being started.

Weight Transfer System - When engaged (by lifting up on the upper handle) it helps keep the snow thrower in contact with the ground, and reduces ride up on ice and hard-packed snow. When released (by pushing down on weight transfer pedal with the bail of your foot), it eases steering of the snow thrower.

OPERATION

Height Adjust Skids - Adjusts the ground clearance of the auger housing.

Ignition Key - Must be inserted to start the engine.

Recoil Starter Handle — Starts the engine manually.

Choke Control - Used to start a cold en

gine.

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

Throttle Control — Controls the engine speed.

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

Shear Pins- Shear pins are designed to break (to protect the machine) if an object becomes lodged in the auger housing. Use of a harder bolt will destroy the protection provided by the shear pin.

Toolbox - Spare shear pins and spacers are located in toolbox.

KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER

OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

SNOW THROWER. Compare the illustrations with your SNOW "mROWER to familiarize Serene™'^ location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future

H ® B

Engine Engine Start Run

Off Choke On Fast Slow Stop Fuel

mVJh

Primer Button

'8' 9:

Drive Clutch Auger Clutch

Auger Drive Lever

Speed ShifterLever

Ignition Key

insert to run pull out to stop

Primer Button

Pushto

engage electric start

Recoil Starter Handle

Weight Transfer

Pedal

Toolbox

Height Adjust Skids

Shear Pin

The operation of any snow thrower can re sult in fofeign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam

age. 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, available at Craftsman Retail Stores or Senrice Centers.

CAUTION: Read owner’s manual

before operating machine. Never direct discharge toward bystanders. Release the

auger control bar and stop the engine before unclogging discharge chute or auger housing and before leaving the machine.

HOWTO USE YOUR SNOW

THROWER

TO STOP YOUR SNOW THROWER

• To stop throwing snow, release the auger drive lever (see last figure on this page).

• To stop the track, release the traction drive lever (see last figure on this page).

• To stop the engine, push the throttle con trol lever to off and pull out (DO NOT

TURN) the ignition key, see figure below.

Ignition

buQpn^^^^HH^^tarter

TO MOVE FORWARD AND

BACKWARD

• To shift, release the traction drive lever and move the speed shifter lever to the speed you desire. Ground speed is deter mined by snow conditions. Select the speed you desire by moving the speed shifter lever into the appropriate area on the speed selector.

Speeds 1,2- Wet, Heavy, Extra Deep Speed 3 - Light

Speed 4 - Very Light Speeds 5,6 - Transport only

• Engage the traction drive lever as shown in figure below, left hand. As the snow thrower starts to move, maintain a firm

hold on the handles, and guide the snow

thrower along the clearing path. Do not

attempt to push the snow thrower.

• To move the snow thrower backward,

move the speed shifter lever into first or second reverse and engage the traction drive lever (left hand).

IMPORTANT: Never move the speed shifter lever while the traction lever is down.

TO THROW SNOW

• Push down the auger drive lever, see fig ure below.

• Release to stop throwing snow.

Recoil starter handle

Choke control

Throttle control

TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE

• Turn the crank assembly to set the direc tion of the snow throwing.

• Loosen the wing knob on the chute de flector 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 below.

Traction Drive Lever

Auger Drive Lever

TO USE WEIGHT TRANSFER SYS TEM

In hard packed or heavy snow conditions, conventional snow throwers tend to ride up and leave uneven mounds of snow behind.

For these conditions, your new tracked snow thrower has a unique weight transfer

system (see first figure on page 11)

designed to minimize ride-up.

The weight transfer system engaged shifts

more weight to the auger housing. This

weight transfer keeps the snow thrower in

contact with the ground and reduces ride-up on ice and snow.

In lighter snow conditions or when trans porting, you should release the weight

transfer system for edsier steering.

• To use the weight transfer system, lift up on upper handle until bracket bolts snap into place in upper slots of weight transfer

pedal.

• To release, hold upper handle firmly and push down on the weight transfer pedal

with the ball of your foot.

NOTE: The weight transfer system will not work if the auger housing height adjust skids are adjusted to the highest position.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

FILL OIL

Upper handle (Lift up here)

Weight Transfer Pedal Upper Slot

TRACK DRIVE/ FREE-WHEEL

FEATURE

The track system on your snow thrower has a drive/free-wheel feature (see next figure) which allows the unit to be transported easily without the engine being started.

* To use free-wheeling, lift up the loop of

the klick pin in the front track wheel and pull the pin out. install the pin through the hole in the shaft outside of the track

wheel. Repeat on the opposite side of the unit.

• To use normaldfive, lift the loop of the klick pin from the outside hole in the shaft. Rotate the front track wheel until the hole

in the track wheel hub and the outside hole in the shaft are in-line. Place pin through the hole in the track hub. Repeat on the opposite side of the unit.

NOTE, If unit does not move when engine is started, check the pin locations. Pins on both sides of unit should be in the normal drive position for unit to move.

NOTE: Engine may already contain some residual oil Check frequently when filling the

crankcase. This snow thrower was shipped with a con-

t^ner of 5W30 motor oil. TTiis oil must be added to the engine before operating. Re-’ move the oil fill cap/dipstick and fill the

crank case to (FULL) line on dipstick (20 ounces) (see figure below). DO NOT OVERFILL

Tighten the fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

For extreme cold operating conditions of

CF and below, use a partial synthetic 0W30 motor oil for easier starting.

Oil Fill/Dipstick

NOTE: Oil level must be between full and add mark.

NOTE: S.A.E. 5W30 motor oil may be used

to make starting easier in areas where the temperature is 20® F. or lower.

FILL GAS •

NOTICE: ENGINES WHICH ARE CERTI

FIED TO COMPLY WITH CALIFORNIA AND US EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR ULGE ENGINES: Are certified to op

erate on regular unleaded gasoline. Include the following emission control system(s):

EM, TWC (if so equipped). Include any user

adjustable features - therefore no other ad

justments are needed.

WARNING; Experience indicates that alco hol blended fuels (called gasohol or those using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and for mation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuei system of an engine whiie in storage.

To avoid engine probiems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage for 30 daj« or longer. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use the carburetor bowl drain to empty re sidual gasoline from the float chamber. Use fresh fuel next season (see Storage instructions on page 23 for addi tional information).

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent dam age may occur.

Rll the fuel tank with a fresh, clean, un leaded regular, unleaded premium, or reformulated automotive gasoline only. DO

NOT use leaded gasoline. Be sure that ttie container you pour the gasoline from is clean and free from rust or other foreign par ticles. Never use gasoline that may be stale from long periods of storage in the con

tainer.

A CAUTION: Gasoline is flammable and

caution must be used when handling or stor ing it.

Do not fill fuel tank while snow thrower is running, when it is hot, or when snow

thrower is in an enclosed 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 fuei.

Always fill fuel tank outdoors and use a fun

nel or spout to prevent spilling. Make sure to wipe up any spilled fuel before

starting the engine. Store gasoline in a clean, approved con

tainer and keep the cap in place on the con tainer.

TO STOP ENGINE

• To stop engine, move the throttle control lever to ® (STOP) position and remove key. Keep the key in a safe place. The engine wilt not start without the key. NOTE: DO NOT turn key.

TO START ENGINE (Electric Starter)

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 starting the engine, be cer tain that you have read the following infor

mation: COLD START

• Be sure the auger drive and traction drive

levers are in the disengaged (released) position.

• Move the throttle controfto ^ (FAST)

position. See figure on page 9.

• Remove the keys from the plastic bag.

Insert one key into the ignition slot. Be

sure it snaps into place. DO NOT TURN

KEY. Keep the second key in a safe

place.

• Rotate the choke knob to H choke On

position. See figure on page 9.

• Connect the power cord to the switch box

on the engine.

CAUTION: This starter is equipped

with a three-wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120volt AC house hold current. It must be properly grounded at ail times to avoid the possibility of electri

cal shock, which may be injurious to opera tor. Follow all instructions carefully as set forth in the "To Start Engine" section. Deter

mine that your house wiring is a three-wire

grounded system. Ask a licensed electri cian 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 un plug the end in the three-hole grounded re

ceptacle first.

• Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-hole, grounded 120 volt A.C. receptacle.

• Push the primer button while covering the vent hole as follows: (Remove finger from primer button between primes).

See figure on page 9 for location. Do not prime if temperature is above

SOT. Two times if temperature is 50°F to 15“F.

Four times if temperature is below 15*F.

• 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 protected. If overheated it will stop automatically and can be restarted only when it has cooled to a safe temperature (a wait of about 5 to 10 minutes is required).

• When the engine starts, release the starter button and move choke lever to “1/2 choke" position. When engine runs smoothly, move choke lever to “No Choke" Position.

• Disconnect the power cord from the receptacle first and then from the switch box on engine.

NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for sev eral minutes before blowing snow in tem peratures below O^F.

• Run the engine at full throttle ^ (FAST) when throwing snow.

TO STOP ENGINE

• To stop engine, move the throttle control lever to ® (STOP) position and remove key. Keep the key in a safe place. The

engine will not start without the key. NOTE: DO NOT turn key.

TO START ENGINE (Recoil Starter)

Be sure that the engine has sufficient oil.

The snow thrower engine is equipped with a

recoil starter. Before starting the engine, be certain that you have read the following in formation:

COLD START

• Be sure the auger drive and traction drive

levers are in the disengaged (released) position.

• Move the throttle control to ^ (FAST) po sition. See figure on page 9 for location.

• Remove the keys from the plastic bag. in sert one key into the ignition slot. Be sure it snaps into place. DO NOT TURN KEY. Keep the second key in a safe place.

• Rotate the choke knob to H choke On position. See figure on page 9.

• Push the primer button, see figure on page 9, while covering the vent hole as follows:

(Remove finger from primer button be tween primes).

Do not prime if temperature is above 50“F.

Two times if temperature is 50®F to

15“F. Four times if temperature is below

15»F.

• Puil the recoil starter handle rapidly. Do not allow the handle to snap back, but al low it to rewind slowly while keeping a firm hold on the starter handle.

• As engine starts warms up move choke lever to “1/2 choke" position. When engine runs smoothly, move choke lever to "No Choke" Position.

NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before blowing snow in temperatures below 0®F.

• Run the 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 №e primer button. If the engine fails to start, follow the Cold Start instmctions above.

FROZEN RECOIL STARTER

If the starter Is frozen and will not turn engine:

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

• Release the starter handle and let it snap back against the starter.

if the starter still fails to turn engine, repeat

the two prevrious steps until the starter en

gages. Then continue with the directions for

cold start. ' To help prevent possible freeze-up of recoil

starter and engine controls, proceed as fol

lows after each snow removal job,

• With the engine running, pul) 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.

• With the engine not running, wipe all

snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in area of control levers. Also move throttle control, choke control, and starter handle several times.

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