Craftsman C950524312A Owner’s Manual

S _ARS

Owners

manual

Model

C950524312A

11.5 H.P, 30 inch

DUAL STAG

SNOW BLOWER

CAUTION: You must read and

understand this owner's

manual before operating

unit.

Serial No.

401428 SEARS CANADA INC., TORONTO, ONTARIO M5B 2B8 PrintedinU.S.A.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

GeneralInformation Thisinstructionbookiswrittenfora personwithsomemechanicalability.

Ukemostservicebooks,notallthestepsaredescribed.Stepsonhowto loosenortightenfastenersarestepsanyonecanfollowwithsome mechanicalability.Readandfollowtheseinstructionsbeforeyouusethe

unit.

Knowyourproduct:Ifyouunderstandtheunitandhowtheunit operates,youwillgetthebestperformance.Asyoureadthismanual, comparethe illustrationstotheunit.Leamthe locationandthefunctionof

thecontrols.Tohetppreventanaccident,fellowtheoperafinginstructions andthesafetyrules.Keepthismanualforfuturereference.

IMPORTANT:Manyunitsarenotassembledandaresoldincartons.Itis

theresponsibilityoftheownertomakesuretheassemblyinstructionsin

thismanualareexactlyfollowed.Otherunitsarepurchasedinan

assembledcondition.Onassembledunits,itistheresponsibilityefthe ownertomakesuretheunitiscorrectlyassembled.Theownermust

carefullychecktheunitaccordingtotheinstrustionsinthismanualbefore itisfirstused.

,_1_ Thismanualcontainssafetyinformationtomakeyou

awareofthehazardsanddsksassociatedwithsnow

throwers,andhowtoavoidthem. Thesnowthrowerisdesignedand intendedforremovalofsnow,andshouldnot beusedforanyother

purpose,it isimportantthatyoureadandunderstandthese instructions,andanyoneoperatingtheequipmentreadand

understandtheseinstructions.

HazardSymbolsend themeanings

ThesesymbolsareusedonyourequipmentanddefinedinYouroperating

manual.Reviewandunderstandthemeanings.Theuseofoneofthese

symbolscombinedwithasignalwordwillalertyoutopotentialhazards andhowtoavoidthem.

,_ Safety Alert - Identifies safety Information about

_]]] perator's Manual - Read and understand

_ RutaUng auger

li_ Rotating gears

/_ Thrown objects

hazards that can result in personal Injury,

before performing any activity or running equipment.

Fire

Rotating impeller _ Explosion

Toxic fumes

Shock

HotSu_ace

• ,_WARNING

Theengineexhaustfromthisproductcontainschemicalsknowntothe StateofCaliforniatocausecancer,birthdefects,orotherrepmducUve

harm.

A signalword(DANGER,WARNING,orCAUTION)isusedwiththealert symboltoindicatethelikelihoodandthe potentialseverityofinjury.In

addition,a hazardsymbolmaybeusedtorepresentthetypeofhazard.

,_ DANGERindicatesahazardwhich,ifnotavoided,willresultin

deathorseriousInjury.

_1= WARNINGindicatesahazardwhich,ifnotavoided,couldresult

indeathorseriousInjury.

_. CAUTIONindicatesa hazardwhich,ifnotavoided,mightresult

in minoror moderateinjury. CAUTION,whenusedwithoutthealertsymbolindicatesa

sifuatonthatcouldresultIn damagetothe equipment,

14._? Keep a safe distancefrom the equlpmenL

_ ever reach Into

:_mt. Shot off engine and

(_ Recommended ear

rotating parts,

remove spark plug connector before

pertormlng maintenance

or repair work.

protection for extended use.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

OperatingSymbolsandtheirmeanings

These symbolsare usedonyourequipmentenddefinedinyouroperating manuel. Itisimportantthat youreviewandunderstandthe meanings.

Failureto understandthe symbolsmightresultinharmto you.

_kDANGER

Oil

_,_ Fuel

On Off

J_ Primerbulb

_\_ Throttle

I+1 Ch.oo

Ch.on

Stop

Slow

Fast _) Electric

Engage (_ Engine

Traction _) Engine Run

Forward

N Neutral

Reverse

(_ Ignition On

(_ Ignition Off

Ignition Key

-_ Pushto engage

electric start

Start

• NeverattempttodearaugerofdebdsorcloggedsnowwhJeequipmentis engagedorengineis running.Cloggedorblockedaugersstoreenergy

andcanrotateunexpectedly,EVENWITHENGINEOFf

• Stopengineanddisconnectsparkplugwirewhenperformingmaintenance onequipment.

• Neverleavetheequipmentunattendedwhileengineisrunning.Nways disengagetheaugerendtractioncontrols,stopengine,andremovekeys.

• Keepchildren,pets,andothersoutoftheareadudngoperation.Children areo_enattractedtotheequipment.Beminclfutofallparsonspresent.

• Keepalllooseclothingfarawayfromfrontofsnowthrowerendauger. Scarves,mittens,danglingdrawstdngslooseclothesandpantscan

qucklybecomecaughtintherotatingdeviceanddismembermentwill occur."fieuplonghairendremovejewelry.

• Thesnowthrowerisintendedtoremovesnowonly.Donotusefor purposesotherthenwhatisintended.

• Donotclearsnowacmssthefaceofslopes.Exerciseextremecautionwhen

changingdirectiononslopes.Donotattempttoclearsteepslopes.

• Donotusethesnowthroweronsurfacesabovegroundlevelsuchasreefs

ofresidences,garages,perchesorothersuchstructuresorbuildings.

_DANGER

• Uncloggingthedischargechuteisa hazardousactivity.Cloggedor

blockedaugersstoreenergyendcanrotateunexpectedly.

• Neverplacehandsinorneardischargechute.

• WithengineOFF,waitforallmovingpartstoceasemovement,thenwitha

stick,clearthechute.Evenwithengineoff,partsmayrotateend dismembermentcanoccur.

• Cloggedsnowcanhideotherobstructionsinthechuteandcausedamage

totheequipment,impellerorauger.Takeprecautionswhenrestatingthe equipmentaltersnowremoval.

Auger Collector _ Engine Off

_/_ Auger Clutch

Drive Clutch _ Heated Grips

Engage

_-_ Disengage

Discharge Chute Chute Deflector

LEFT RIGHT UP DOWN

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

_I=DANGER

• Beawareofyourenvironmentwhileoperatingequipment.Runningover

itemssuchas,gravel,doormats,newspapars,toys,androckshidden undersnow,canallbethrownfromchuteorjamintheauger.

• Alwaysbeawareofthedirectionthe snowisbeingthrown.Nearby pedestrians,petsorpropertymaybeharmedbyobjectsbeingthrown.

• Familiarizeyourselfwiththeareayouplantowork.Markoffbeundadasof

walkwaysanddrivewaystopreventpropertydamagefromthrownobjects.

• Takecautionwhensnowthrowinginunfamiliarareas.Stayalertforhidden hazardsandtraffic.

• Afterstdkinga foreignobject,turnengineOFF,w_ formovingpartsto

ceasemovement,andcheckimmediatelyfordamage.If damaged,repair

beforestartingandoperatingsnowthrower.

• W'dhengineOFF,waitformovingpadsto stopandalwaysuseastickto

cleardischargechute.

• Ifunitvibratesaboormally,turnengineOFRVibrationisgenerallya

warningoftrouble.Seaanauthorizeddealerifnecessaryfor repairs.

• Keephandsandfeetawayfromrataitnggears.

• "fieuplonghairandremovejewelry.

• Donotwearloose-fitting_thing, danglingdrawstringsoritemsthatcould

becomecaught.

,_WARNING

WHENADDINGFUEL

• TurnengineOFFandletenginecoolatleast2minutesbeforeremoving gascap.

• RIIfueltankoutdoorsorinweli-ventilatadarea.

• Donotoverfillfueltank.

• Keepgasolineawayfromsparks,openflames,pilotlights,heat,andother

k3nitionsources.

• Checkfuellines,tank,cap,andfittingsfrequentlyfor cracksorleaks. Replaceifnecessary.

WHENSTARTINGENGINE

• Makesuresparkplug,muffler,fuelcapandaircleanerareinplace.

• Donotcrankenginewithsparkplugremoved.

• fffuelspills,waituntilit evaporatesbeforestartingengine.

• ifenginefloods,setchoketoOPEN/RUNpostiion,placethrottleinFAST

andcrankunfitenginestarts.

WHENOPERATINGEQUIPMENT

• Donotchokecarburetorto stopengine.

WHENTRANSPORTINGEQUIPMENT

• TransportwithfueltankEMPTY.

WHENSTORING GASOLINEOR EQUIPMENTWITH FUELIN TANK

• Storeawayfromfurnaces,stoves,waterheatersorotherap_liancasthat havepilotlightorotherignitionsourcebecausetheycanignitegasaline

vapors,

• Startandrunengineoutdoors.

• Donotstartorrunengineinenclosedarea,evenifdoomsor

windowsareopen.

WARNING

• Allowmuffler,enginecylinderandfinstocoo_beforetouching.

• Removeaccumulatedcombustiblesfrommufflerareaandcylinder

area.

• Installandmaintaininworkingorderasparkarresterbeforeusing equipmentonforest-cavered,grass-cavered,brush-cavared

unimprovedland.ThestateofCaliforniarequiresthisSection4442of theCaliforniaPublicResourcesCede. Otherstatesmayhavesimilar

laws.Federalewsapplyonfederalland.

_I=WARNING

• IfthereisnaturalorLPgasleakageInarea,donotstartengine.

• Donutuseprassodzedstaringfluidsbecausevaporsareflammable.

&WARN,NG

BEFORE PERFORMINGADJUSTMENTSOR REPAIRS

• Disconnectsparkplugwireandkeepitawayfromsparkplug.

WHENTESTINGFOR SPARK

• Useapprovedsparkplugtester.

• Donotcheckfor sparkwithsparkplugremoved.

OWNER'S INFORMATION

DATE PURCHASED:

MODEL NO: SERIAL NO: STORE WHERE PURCHASED: ADDRESS:

CITY: PROVINCE: TELEPHONE :

_Recordthis information about your unit so that you will

be able to provide it in case of loss or theft.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

The Craftsman Warranty, plus a Maintenance

Agreement, provide maximum value for Sears

products. Contact your nearest Sears storefor de-

tails.

Horse Power 11.5 HP Displacement 305 cc

Gasoline Capacity Oil Capacity (5W30)

Spark Plug: (Gap .030 in.) Bore

Stroke

Armature Air Gap

IT ire Pressure

* Seeside ofthe tirefor maximuminflation.Do

maximumpressureonthetire wall.

3 quarts (2.8 litre) 28 oz. (0.82 litres) Champion RC12YC

3.120 in (79 mm)

2.438 in (62 mm)

0.010-0.014in (0.25-0.36 mm)

notexceed the

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observethe safety rules. Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your snow blower. Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilities"

and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

WHEELED SNOW BLOWER

LIMITED TWO (2)YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SNOW BLOWER

Fortwo (2) yearsfrom date of purchase, Sears Canada Inc. willrepair orreplacefree of charge,at Sears option, parts

which are defective as a resultof materialor workmanship.

COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE:

Warranty on snowblower willbe 90 daysfrom date of purchase if usedfor commercialor rentalpurposes.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:

1. Pre-delivery set-up.

2. Expendable itemswhichbecomeworn duringnormaluse, such as belts, sparkplugs,filter,shear pinsas well asdam-

ages to the engineresultingfrom operatingthe snowblower withinsufficientoil.

3. Tire replacement or repaircaused by puncturesfrom outsideobjects,such as nails,thorns,stumpsor glass.

4. In homeservice.

Warranty service isavailable by returning the Craftsman snow blower to the nearest Sears Service Centre/Department

in Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in Canada.

This warranty isin addition to any statutorywarranty and does NOT exclude or limit legal rights you may have but shall

run concurrently with applicable provincial legislation. Furthermore, some provinces do not allow limitations on how Ion

an implied warranty will last so the above limitations may not apply to you.

SEARS CANADA INC., TORONTO, ONTARIO M5B 2B8

TABLE OF CONTENTS

HAZARD SYMBOLS AND THE MEANINGS .......... 2

OPERATING SYMBOLS AND THEIR MEANINGS ..... 3

OWNER'S INFORMATION .......................... 5

ASSEMBLY ....................................... 7

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY .............. 7

CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON .............. 7

PARTS BAGS CONTENTS: ....................... 7

UNPACKING .................................... 8

UPPER HANDLE AND CRANK ASSEMBLY ......... 9

CHECK THE CABLES ............................ 9

HOW TO SET THE LENGTH OF THE CABLES ..... 9

SPEED SELECT LEVER ........................ 10

SNOW CHUTE ASSEMBLY ...................... 11

OPERATION ..................................... 12

OPERATING CONTROLS ....................... 12

SNOW BLOWER OPERATION ................... 13

WHEEL LOCK OUT PIN ......................... 14

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE .................... 15

CHECK THE OIL ............................... 15

FILL GAS ...................................... 15

BEFORE STOPPING THE ENGINE ............... 16

OPERATING TIPS .............................. 19

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS ................... 20

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .................. 21

SNOW BLOWER ............................... 21

LUBRICATION AT STORAGE .................... 21

LUBRICATION - EVERY 10HOURS .............. 21

LUBRICATION - EVERY 25 HOURS .............. 22

ENGINE ....................................... 23

ADJUSTMENT/REPAIR ........................... 24

AUGER HOUSING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ....... 24

TO ADJUST SCRAPER BAR ..................... 24

TO ADJUST SKID HEIGHT ...................... 24

HOW TO REMOVE THE SNOW HOOD ........... 25

BELTADJUSTMENT ............................ 26

HOW TO REPLACE THE BELTS ................. 27

BELTGUIDE ADJUSTMENT ..................... 30

HOW TO CHECK AND ADJUST THE CABLES .... 30

AUGER DRIVE CABLE ADJUSTMENT ............ 30

TRACTION DRIVE CABLE ADJUSTMENT ......... 31

HOW TO ADJUST OR REPLACE

THE FRICTION WHEEL ....................... 32

TO STOP ENGINE .............................. 16

TO START ENGINE ............................

FROZEN STARTER ............................

HOW TO CLEAR A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE

HOW TO USE THE CLEAN-OUT TOOL ..........

.16

.18

AUGER SHEAR BOLT REPLACEMENT ........... 35

STORAGE ....................................... 36

TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART ..................... 37

REPAIR PARTS .................................. 38

ORDER REPAIR PARTS ........................... 67

ASSEMBLY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

1 - Knife

2 - 1/2" wrenches (or adjustable wrenches)

2 - 9/16" wrenches (or adjustable wrenches) 2 - 3/4" wrenches (or adjustable wrenches)

1 - 3/8" wrenches (or adjustable wrenches) 1 - Pair pliers or screw driver (to spread cotter pin)

HOW TO MEASURE SCREW SIZE

LENGTH

_ DIAMETER

PARTS BAGS CONTENTS:

* 2-1/4-20 x 1.75

"2-Spacer * 2H-Jx/4n"u20 O

CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON

1- Snow Blower 1- Container of Fuel Stabilizer (Located in Parts Bag)

1- Snow Chute Assembly 1- Crank Assembly

1- Parts Bag

_b WARNING: Always wear safety glasses or eye

shields while assembling snow blower.

2- Shifter Knobs

*Non Assembly parts are found intoolbox locatedon top of belt cover.

* 2 - Wrenches

ASSEMBLY

Figure 1 shows the snow blower in the shippingposition.

Figure 2 shows the snow blower completely assembled.

Reference to right and left hand side of the snow blower is

from the operator's position at the handle.

UNPACKING

1. Locate the twotear tabs at the bottomofthe carton,

2. Pull the tear tape no more than twelve inches (30.48cm.) at a time. Re-grasp tape next to the carton and pull

again. Repeat until all the tape is torn off.

3. After the tape has been completely removed from the

carton, remove thecarton from the base. Cut all four cor-

ners andfold the sidestoward the center for easy dispos-

al.

4. Remove the plastic bag that covers the unit.

5. Locate and remove the parts bag.

NOTE: Set the fuel stabilizer aside until adding

gasoline to the fuel tank. We recommend that fuel stabilizer isadded to the fuel each time that gasoline

is added to the fuel tank.

6. For shipping purposes, the height adjust skids are at-

tached to the pallet. Remove the screw that secures

each height adjust skid to the pallet. (See Figure2).

7. Roll the snow blower off the carton by pulling onthe lower handle.

Auger Drive Traction Drive Clutch Lever

Traction

Drive Cable

Assembly

Speed J Assembly

Selector Lever

Auger

Drive Cable

Screw

Skid

Crank

Snow Chute

Deflector

_rHousing

Figure 2

CAUTION: DO NOT back over cables.

8. Remove the packing materialfrom the handleassembly.

9. Cut ties securing the clutch control cables to the lower

handle.

NOTE: Ifthe cables have become disconnected from the clutch levers, reinstall the cables as shown in Figure 3.

Traction Drive Lever

Cable

Figure 3

ASSEMBLY

UPPER HANDLE AND CRANKASSEMBLY

1. Loosen, but do not remove the screws, flatwashers, lock- washers and hex nuts inthe upperholes ofthe lower han-

dle.

2. Remove the fasteners and the crank assembly eyebolt from the lower holes of the lower handle.

3. Raise upper handle into operating position. Upper han-

dle should beto the outside of the lower handle.

NOTE: Make sure the cables are not caught between

the upper and lower handle.

4. Install the fasteners and the crank assembly eyebolt that

were removed instep 2.DO NOT tighten until all fasten- ers are in place.

5. Attach the crank rod to the universal joint assembly with the hair pin (see Figure 5).

Adaptor Boot!

_ Flatwashe_

Eye Bolt

Locknut

Fiatwasher

\ Bo_

Lockwasher_

Flatwasher

Figure 4

6. Tighten nut on eye bolt. Make sure eye bolt is properly

aligned and the crank can freely rotate.

7. Tighten all handle bolts.

NOTE: Make sure crank does not touch carburetor cover.

CHECKTHECABLES

1. If control cables have become unattached from motor mount frame, reconnect cables as shown in Figure 6.

2. For cable adjustments, see "How To Check And Adjust The Cables" in the ADJUSTMENT/REPAIR section.

HOW TO SET THE LENGTH OF THE CABLES

Traction DriveCable

Assembly

Universal Joint Figure 5

Auger Drive Cable

The cables were adjusted atthe factory and no adjustments should be necessary. However, after the handles are put in

the operating position, the cables can be too tight or too loose. Ifan adjustment is necessary, see "How To Check And

Adjust The Cables" in the Service And Adjustment section.

ASSEMBLY

SPEED SELECT LEVER 1, Cut plastic tie securing speed select lever assembly to

the shifterbracket. (See Figure 7)

2. Remove Iocknut, washer, spring, and the bolt. (See Figure 9)

3. Position speed selector lever assembly as shown in Figure 8.

4. Reinstall bolt, spring, washer and Iocknut. (See Figure 9)

5. Tighten Iocknut until 1/8 to 3/16 inch of the bolt threads protrude past the locknut.

6. Thread the 3/8-16" hex jam nut onto the lever until the nut reaches the end ofthe thread. (See Figure 9)

7. Thread the plastic knob as far as possible and ensure

that the knob points forward.

8. Tighten the 3/8-16" hex jam nut against the knob secure- ly.

Shifter Bracke_

Figure7

Control Panel

Move shifterthroughall speedsto ensure propertension

of the spring. If shifter lever sticks in any of the notches,

loosen Iocknut 1/2turn at a time until shifter lever moves more freely.

Figure 8

NOTE: View is trorn rightside of unit standing inoperator's position.

Plastic Knob"_,_-'_ 3"8 6" "

(pointed (.J--_// / -1 Hex,Jam Nut

forward) _ Shifter Bracket

Control Panel

Lccknut

1/8 to 3/8 inch of

Spring

Figure 9

ASSEMBLY

SNOW CHUTE ASSEMBLY

1. Positionthe snow chute ontothe snow chuteflange, Al- ignthe three holesinthe snow chutewith holesin snow chuteflange. (See Figure 10)

2, Place three 5/16-18 carriage boltsfrom insideof chute

as shown in Figure10. (hardware isfound in partsbag)

3. Place three 5/16-18 flatwashers and three5/16-18 nuts on outside offlange.

Chute Extension

Snow Chute Deflector

Carriage Bolts

4. Tighten all carriage boltssecurely.

NOTE: DO NOT overtigten carriage bolts.

CHECK THE TIRES

The tires were over inflatedfor shipment.Check the tire

pressure in the tires. See the sidewall of the tire for the proper inflation.

NOTE: This snow blower was shipped WITH OIL in the engine. See "Before Starting Engine" in- structions In the Operation section of this manual before starting engine.

Flatwasher

IMPORTANT! BEFORE YOU START OPERATING

Check the fasteners. Make sure all fasteners are

tight.

O On electric start models, the unit was shipped with

the starter cord plugged into the engine. Before

operating, unplug the starter cord from the engine.

"-"'- Flange

Figure 10

OPERATION

Get to know your snow blower and its controls. Be sureyou (or any other operator) have read and understoodthe Operation Precautions listed on page 2 of this manual.

Choke Gas Tank Auger Drive Traction Drive

Primer Button

Safety Key

Control Clutch Lever Clutch Lever

Traction Ddve

Cable

Crank

Assembly

Deflector

Height

Adjust Skid Figure 11

ENGINE AND SNOW BLOWER OPERATING CONTROLS

The engine operating controls and their functions are as follows:

Choke Control- Set choke controlto ON CHOKE position to starta coldengine.

Electric Start Button- Used to startthe engine usingthe

120 voltelectric starter.

Prime Button- Used to inject fuel directly into carburetor manifoldto insurefast starts incoolweather.

Safety Key- Must be inserted intoignitionkey slot to start engine. Pull outto stop. Do notturnsafety key.

Starter Handle- Startsthe engine manually.

The snow blower operating controls and their functions

are as follows: Speed Select Lever- Allows the operatorto use one ofsix

(6) forward and two(2) reversespeeds.To shift,movespeed

select lever to desired position.

NOTE: Do not move speed select lever while Traction

Drive Clutch is engaged. This may result in severe damage to drive system.

Auger Drive Clutch Lever- Used to engage and disengage the augerand impeller.Toengage pushdown, to disengage

release. Traction Drive Clutch Lever- Used to propel snow blower

forward or reverse. Push down to engage, release to disengage.

Snow Chute Deflector- Changes the direction the snow is blown.

Crank- Used to change direction of the snow discharge.

Turn handle clockwise to turn chute to right. Turn handle counter clockwise to turn chute to left.

Height Adjust Skid- Used to adjust ground clearance of auger housing (see To Adjust Skid Height in the Adjustment/Repairsectionofthis manual).

Toolbox - Spare shear pins, shear bolt wrenches and

spacers are located intoolbox. Clean-Out Tool - Use the clean-outtoolto removesnowand

debirs from the discharge chuteand the auger housing.

OPERATION

The operation of any snow blower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes,which canresult in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before beginning snow blower Operation. We recommend standard safety glasses or Wide Vision Safety Mask for over spectacles.

SNOW BLOWER OPERATION

The most effective use of the snowblower willbe established

by experience, taking into consideration the terrain, wind conditions and building location which will determine the

direction of the discharge chute.

NOTE: Do not blow snow towards a building as hidden

objects could be blown with sufficient force to cause damage.

1. Start theengine as described in section"To Start Engine" (see Figure 13).

2. Adjust snowchute deflector. Loosen wingnut on the side of the snow chute and raise chute deflector for more dis-

tance. Tighten wing nut. (see Figure 12).

Using crank, position the discharge chute to discharge snow with the wind.

,_ WARNING: Read Owner's Manual before oper-

ating machine.This machine can be dangerous if used carelessly.

Never operate the snow blowerwithout all guards, cov- ers, and shields In place. Never direct discharge towards windows or allow by- standers near machine while engine is running.

Stop the engine whenever leaving the operating posi- tion.

Disconnect spark plug before unclogging the impeller housing or the discharge chute and before making re- pairs or adjustments. When leaving the machine, remove the safety key.

To reduce the risk of fire, keep the machine clean and free from spilled gas, oil and debris.

Select proper speed for snow conditions as outlinedbe-

low and set speed select lever to desiredposition.

NOTE: Always release traction drive clutch lever before moving speed select lever.

Ground speed is determined by snow conditions. Select the speed you desire by moving the speed selector into

the appropriate colored area on the control panel.

1-2 Wet, Heavy, Slushy, Extra Deep

3 Moderate 4-5 Very Ught

6 Transport Only

NOTE: When clearing wet, heavy snow, it is

recommended that the ground speed of the unit be reduced and do not attempt to clear the full width of

the unit.

For additional operating instructions see "Operating

Tips" in this section of the manual.

5. Engage auger drive clutch lever (right hand-Figure 13).

IMPORTANT: Be sure front of unit is clear of bystanders or obstacles before operating.

Engage tractiondrive clutch lever (lefthand-Figure 13). As the snow blower starts to move, maintain a firm hold

on the handles and guide the snow blower alongthe cut- ting path. Do not attempt to push the snow blower.

Tee Knobs

Figure 12

Traction Ddve Auger Drive

ged

Disengaged_ .._._ ClutchLever is_l_ a

Engaged '_ J Engaged

Figure 13

7. To stop forwardmotion, releasetraction drive clutch lever (lefthand - Figure 13).

8. To stop auger, release auger drive clutch lever (right

hand - Figure 13).

g. To movethe snowblower backwards, movespeed select

lever into first or second reverse and engage traction

drive clutch lever (left hand). To stop, release traction drive clutch lever.

OPERATION

WHEEL LOCK OUT PIN

1. The rightwheel issecured to the axle witha klickpin.This

unit was shipped with this klick pin in the locked position. (Figure 14).

2. For ease of maneuverability when lighter conditions pre- vail, remove klick pin from wheel locked position and in-

sen into single wheel drive (unlocked) position

(Figure 15). Make sure that the klick pin is in the single

wheel drive position of the axle only and not through the

locked position.

NOTE: Check tire pressure (24 pounds). See side of tire

for maximum inflation, Do not exceed listed maximum

pressure.

Locked

Position

Figure 14

Single Wheel

Drive Position

(Unlocked)

Figure 15

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE 1.

Check the oil

NOTE: The engine was shipped from the factory filled

with oil. Check the level of the oil Add oil as needed.

Make sure the unit islevel. Use a high quality detergent oil classified "For Service SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher".

Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe with a clean cloth (see Figure 16).

3. Insert the oilfillcap/dipstick and turn clockwise to tighten.

4. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and check the oil

NOTE: Do not check the level of the oil while the

engine runs.

5. If necessary, add oiluntil the oil reaches the FULL mark

on the oil fill/capdipstick (see Figure 16). Do not add too

much oil.

6. Tighten the fill cap/dipstick securelyeach time you check the oil level.

NOTE: For extreme cold operating conditions of 0°F (-18 ° C) and below, use a synthetic 5W30 motor oil for easier starting.

NOTE: S.A.E. 5W30 motor oil may be used to make starting easier in areas where the temperature is 20 ° F. (-7 ° C) to O°F (-18 ° C). Synthetic 5W30 is acceptable for

all temperatures. DO NOT mix oil with gasoline, NOTE: SEE CHART FOR OIL RECOMMENDATION

TEMPERATURE TYPE OF OIL

0°F (-18 ° C) and above S.A.E. 5W30

0°F (-18 ° C) and below synthetic 5W30

Fillthefuel tank withfresh, clean, unleadedregular, un-

leaded premium, or reformulated automotive gasoline

with a minimum of 85 octane along with a fuel stabilizer

(follow instructions onfuel stabilizer package). DO NOT use leaded gasoline. We recommend that fuel stabilizer

be added to the fuel each time that gasoline is added to

the fuel tank.

NOTE: Winter grade gasoline has higher volatility to

improve starting. Be certain container is clean and free from rust or other foreign particles. Never use gasoline that may be stale from long periods of

storage in the container. CAUTION: DO NOT use gasoline containing any

amount of alcohol as it can cause sedous damage to the engine or significantly reduce the performance.

_k ARNING: Gasoline isflammable. Always use

minutes before removingthe gas cap. Do not add gaso- line to the fuel tank while snow blower is running, hot, or when snow blower is in an enclosed area. Keep away

from open flame, electrical sparks and DO NOT SMOKE while filling the fuel tank. Never fill the fuel tank com- pletely; but fill the fueltank to within 1-1/2 inch (3.8 mm)

from the top to provide space for the expansion of the fuel. Always fill fuel tank outdoors and use a funnel or

spout to prevent spilling, Make sure to wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine.

Store gasoline ina clean, approved container, and keep

the cap in place on the container. Keep gasoline in a

cool well ventilated place; never in the house. Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gasoline to assure

volatility. Gasoline Is intended to be used as a fuel for

internal combustion engines; therefore, do not use gasoline for any other purpose. Since many children like the smell of gasoline, keep it out of their reach be- cause the fumes are dangerous to inhale, as well as be-

ing explosive.

caution when handling or storing gasoline. Turn engine off and let engine cool at least two

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

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°F 20 0 20 32 40

°C -30 -20 -10 0 10

FILL GAS

This engine is certified to operate on gasoline. Exhaust

Emission Control System: EM (Engine Modifications)

I I I • •

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Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick

Figure 16

OPERATION

BEFORE STOPPING THE ENGINE

Run the engine fora few minutes to help dry off any moisture on the engine.

TO STOP ENGINE CAUTION: To stop the engine, do not move the choke

control to CHOKE position. Backfire or engine damage can occur.

2. Pull out the safety key.

1. Push the stop switch to the OFF position.

Stop Switch

Figure 17

TO START ENGINE

Be sure that engine oil is at FULL mark on the oil fill

cap/dipstick. The snowthrower engine is equipped with a 120 volt A.C. electric starter and recoil starter. Before starting the

engine, be certain that you have read the following

information. If engine floods, set the choke to the OPEN/RUN position and

crank until the engine starts.

_lb WARNING: Rapid retraction of the starter cord(kickback) will pull your hand or arm toward the

engine faster than you can let go of the starter

cord.

• When starting the engine, slowly pull the starter cord until resistance is felt. Then rapidly pull the starter

cord.

• Make sure components; such as impellore, pulleys or sprockets, are securely attached.

Safety Key

Figure 18

_lb WARNING: The electric starter is equipped with

power cord must be properly grounded at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock which can cause

injury to the operator. Follow all instructions carefully as set forth below:

Make sure your house has a three-wire grounded sys-

tem. If you ere not sure, ask • licensed electrician. If your house does not have a three-wire grounded sys- tem, do not use this electric starter under any condi-

tion.

If your house has a three-wire grounded system but a

three hole receptacle is not available to connect the electric starter, have a three-hole receptacle installed by a licensed electrician.

a three-wire power cord and plug designed to

operate on 120 volt AC house hold current. The

_IL WARNING: To connect a 120 volt power cord,

the other end into a three-hole grounded receptacle.

always connect the power cord first to the switch box located on the engine and then plug

WARNING: To disconnect the power cord, al-

ways unplug the end connected to the three-

hole grounded receptacle first.

Primer

OPERATION

Choke Knob

Safety Key

Stop Switch

How To Start A Cold Engine 1, Be sure auger drive and tractiondrive levers are in the

disengaged (RELEASED) position.

2. Push thestop switch to the ON position (seeFigure 19).

3. Push in the safety key.

4. Rotate the choke knob to the CHOKE position.

5. (Electric Start) Plug the power cord intothe starter mo-

tor on the engine. Plug the otherend of power cord into a three-hole, grounded 120 VOLT, AC receptacle.

6. Push theprimer button asspecifiedbelow. Remove fin- ger from primer button between pushes.

• Push two times iftemperutureis 15° F (-9 ° (3)or high-

er.

• Push fourtimes iftemperature is below 15° F (-9° C).

(Electric Start) Connect the power cord to the engine and depress the starterbutton. To prolongthe lifeof the

starter,do not crankfor more than 5 seconds at a time.

Wait one minute between startsto allowthestartermotor to cool.

(Recoil Start) Slowlypull therecoil starter handle until resistanceisfelt andthen pullrepidlyto startthe engine. Do not allow the recoil starter handle to snap back. Slowlyreturn the recoil starter handle.

Starter Motor

Recoil Starter Handle

Figure 19

9. If the engine does not start in 5 or 6 tries, See Difficult

Starting inthe 'Troubleshooting Table".

10. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes. As the engine warms up, adjust the choke knob toward the

RUN position. Walt untilthe engine runs smoothly before each choke adjustment.

11. (Electric Start) First disconnect power cordfrom recep-

tacle. Then, disconnectthe powercord from the switch box.

If after following the preceding instructions,your engine fails

to start, have the engine checked by an Authorized Sears Service Outlet.

NOTE: Do not lose the safety/ignition key. Keep the

safety/ignition key is a safe place. The engine will not start without the safety/ignition key.

How To Start A Warm Engine Ifrestarting a warm engine aftera shortshutdown,leave the

choke lever in the off positionand do not push the primer button. If the engine fails to start, follow the Cold Start

instructions.

OPERATION

FROZEN STARTER

If the starter is frozen and will not turn engine:

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

2. Release the starter handle and let it snap back against the starter. Repeat until the engine starts.

Warm engines will cause condensation in cold weather. To help prevent possible freeze-up of recoil starter and engine controls, proceed as follows after each snow removal job.

1. With engine off, allow engine to cool for several minutes.

2. Pull starter rope very slowly until resistance is felt, then

stop. Allow the starter rope to recoil. Repeat three times.

3. With the engine not running, wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in area of control levers. Also

move choke knob and starter handle several times.

,_ WARNING: Never run engine indoors or In en-

AND DEADLY GAS. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and

snow thrower.

• Engine parts, especially the muffler, become ex-

• Never allow children to operate the snow thrower.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, partic-

• Never leave the snow blower unattended while the

IMPORTANT: After each use of the snow blower, stop the engine, remove the safety/ignition key, remove all

accumulated snow from the snow blower and wipe clean. Store the snow blower in a protected area.

NOTE: Never cover snow blower while engine and exhaust area are still warm.

closed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains CARBON MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS

tremely hot. Severe thermal burns can occur on con- tact. Allow the engine to cool before touching.

Never allow adults to operate the snow blower with- out proper instruction,

ularly small children and pets.

engine is running. Anyone operating the engine or equipment must carefully read and understand the

operating instructions.

HOW TO CLEAR

A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE

4_b WARNING: Hand contact with the rotating im-

blowers. NEVER USE YOUR HAND TO CLEAN OUT THE DISCHARGE CHUTE.

To Clear The Chute:

• SHUT OFF THE ENGINE!

• Wait 10 seconds to be sure that the impeller blades

• Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.

A clean-out tool isattached toeither the handle or the top of the auger housing (see Figure 20). Use the clean-out tool to

remove snow from the auger housing.

How To Use The Clean-Out Tool

• Release the auger drive lever.

• Disconnect spark plug wire.

peller inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow

have stopped rotating.

Pullcut the safety key.

Do not place your handsin the auger or discharge chute. Use a clean-out tool to remove snowor debris.

WARNING: Blockage must be cleared only after

,a,

shutting off the snow blower and only with a clean-out tool, not by hand.

/_ Clean-out Tool

Figure 20

OPERATION

OPERATING TIPS

Most efficient snowblowingis accomplished when snow

isremoved immediately after it falls.

For complete snow removal, slightly overlap each swath previously taken.

Snow should be discharged downwind whenever pos- sible. 8.

For normal usage, set the skids one-eighth inch (3 mm) below the scraper bar, For extremely hard-packed snow surfaces, the skids may be adjusted upward to insure cleaning efficiency.

On gravel or crushed rock surfaces, the skids should be set at 1-1/4 inch (32 mm) below the scraper bar (see To

Adjust Skid Height, in the Adjustment/Repair section in this manual). Rocks and gravel must not be picked up

and thrown by the machine.

After the snowblowingjob has been completed, allow the

engine to idle for a few minutes, to melt snow and ice ac-

cumulated on the engine.

Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.

Remove ice and snow accumulation and all debris from

the entire snow thrower, and flush with water Ofpossible) to remove all salt or other chemicals. Wipe snowthrower

dry.

Before starting snow blower, always inspectaugers and impeller for ice accumulation and/or debris, which could

result in snow blower damage.

10.

Check oil level before every start. Make sure the oil isat the FULL mark on the oil fill cap/dipstick.

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS

PROCEDURE

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Check Traction Clutch

Cable Ad ustment

See Cab e Ad ustment)

Check Auger clutch Cable

\d ustment See Cab e Ad ustment)

Adjust Drive Belts

Lubricate Chains and

Hex Shaft

Lubricate Auger Shaft

See Shear Bolt Replace-

ment)

Oil, Check

Oil, Change

Check and Clean Spark Plug

N E

iReplace Spark Plug .j

FIRST BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEGINNING

2 EACH 8 10 25 50 100 EACH BEFORE

HOUR USE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS SEASON STORAGE

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Clean and InspectSpark Arrestor

The warranty on thissnow blower does not cover itemsthat

have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. Tore-

ceive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain

snow blower as instructed inthis manual. The following Ser-

vice Recommendations is supplied to assist operator to

properlymaintain snow blower. This is a check list only. Ad-

justment referred to will be found in Adjustments/Repairs

section of this manual. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control

devices and systems can be performed by any non-road en- gine repair establishment or individual. Regular maintenance will improve the performance and extend the life of the en- gine.

AFTER EACH USE

1. Check for any loose or damaged parts.

2. "lighten any loose fasteners.

3. Check and maintain the auger.

4. After each use, remove all snow and slush offthe snow blower to prevent freezing of auger or controls.

5. Check controls to make sure they arefunctioningproper- ly.

6. If any parts are worn or damaged, replace immediately.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your snow blower. All adjustments in ADJUSTMENTS/REPAIRS section of this

manual should be checked at least once each season.

SNOW BLOWER

The following adjustment should be performed more than once each season.

Auger and Traction Drive Belts shouldbe adjustedafterthe first2 to 4 hoursof use, again about mid-season and twice each season thereafter(See ToAdjustBeltsparagraphinthe

Adjustment/Repairsestion).

AS REQUIRED

Auger Gear Box

The auger gear box islubricated atthe factory and shouldnot require additional lubrication.

If fQrsome reason the lubricant should leak out, or ifthe auger gear box has been serviced, add Lubriplate GR132 Grease or equivalent. Maximum 3-1/4 ounces, (92 grams) should be

used. Remove filler plug D (Figure 21 and Figure 22), once a year.

If grease is visible, do not add. If grease is not visible, use a piece of fine wire, like a dipstick tocheck if there is grease in the gear box. Mobilux EP1 and Shell Aldania EP1 are

suitable equivalents.

Filler Plug

Figure 22

LUBRICATION AT STORAGE Bearings and bushings

All bearings and bushingsare lifetimelubricatedand require no maintenance.

Hex shaft and chains

For storage, the hex shaftshouldbe wiped witha clothlightly moistened with motor oil to prevent rusting (see Figure 24).

For storage, the chains should be lubricated witha chain type lube. (see Figure 24).

NOTE: Any greasing or oiling of the above mentioned components can cause contamination of the rubber

friction wheel. If the disc drive plate or friction wheel

come in contact with grease or oil damage to rubber friction wheel will result.

If grease or oil comes into contact withthe disc drive plate or

friction wheel, make sure to clean plate and wheel thoroughly

with a alcohol base solvent.

LUBRICATION - EVERY 10 HOURS

1. Auger Shaft - Usinga hand grease gun, lubricatethe auger shaft zerk fittings (A) every ten (10) operating

hours. Each time a shear bolt is replaced, the auger shaft MUST be greased (Figure 21). (See To Replace Auger Shear Bolt in the Repair/Adjustment section).

2. For storageor when replacing shear bolts, removeshear bolts and lubricate auger shaft zerks. Rotate augers sev-

eral times on the shaft and reinstall the shear bolts.

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