Sears 536.884821 User Manual

OWNER'S

MAHUAL

MODEL NO.

536.884821

Caution:
Read and Follow

All Safety Rules
and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

CRRFr$IRN

5 HORSEPOWER
24" DUAL STAGE

FREE=WHEELIHG TRACK

SNOW THROWER
Optional Electric Start

• Assembly

="Operation

Maintenance

• Service and Adjustments

= Repair Parts

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SAFETY RULES

CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE A
WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT

ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP, TRANSPORTING, AD-

JUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS.

IMPORTANT

SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE
RISK OF INJURY. YOUR SNOW THROWER IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL UNDER

ANY CIRCUMSTANCES°

BEFORE USE

• Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be thor-
oughlyfan]iliar with the controls and the proper

use of the snow thrower. Know how tostop the
snow thrower and disengage the controls
quickly.

• Do not operate the snow thrower without wear-
ing adequate winter outer garments. Wear
footwear that will improve footing on slippery

surfaces. •

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,

particularly small chirdren, and pets.

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow
thrower isto be used and remove alldoormats,

sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects..

• Use extension cords and receptacles as
specified by the manufacturer for all snow

throwers with electric drive motors or with
factory-installed or optional starting motors

• Use only attachments and accessories ap-
provedby the manufacturer of the snow thrower
(such as eiectric starter kits, etc.)

o Never operate the snow lhrower without good

visibility or light. Always be sure of your foot}ng,
and keep a firm hold on the handles° Walk:

never run.

• This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks,

driveways, and other ground level surfaces.
CAUTION should be exercised whi(e using on

steep sloping surfaces. DO NOT USE SNOW
THROWER ON SURFACES ABOVE

GROUND LEVEL such as roofs of residences,
garages, porches or other such structures or

buildings,,

• Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent
intervals for proper tightness to be sure the

snow thrower is in safe working condition.

• Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral
before starting the engine_

• ,Adjust the snow thrower height to clear gravel •
or crushed rock surface.

• Let engine and snow thrower adjust to outdoor
temperatures before starting to clear snow,

FUEL SAFETY

• Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.

• Use an approved fuel container,

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

• Fillfuel tank outdoors withextreme care, Never
fill fuel tank indoors.

Replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe up
spilled fuel.

• Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel to a
running engine or hot engine.

• Never store fuel or snow thrower wilh fuel inthe

tank inside a building where fumes may reach
an open flame or spark.

OPERATING SAFETY

• Never atlow children or young teenagers to

operate the snow thrower and keep them away
while it is operating_ Never allow adults to
operate the snow thrower without proper in-
struction _Do not carry passengers.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields

during operation or while performing .'n adjust-
ment or repair to protect eyes from foreign

objects that may be thrown from the snow
thrower.

• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay

alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

• Donot put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at

all times,,

• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating in reverse or back-
ing up.

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

slopes_ Do not attempt to clear'steep slopes.

Neveroperate the snowthrowerwithoutproper

guards, plates or other safety protective de-

vices in place.

SAFETY RULES

Never operate the snow thrower near glass
enclosures, automobiles, window wells, drop-

offs, and the like without proper adjustment of
the snow discharge angre. Keep children and

pets away_.

® Never operate the snow thrower at high trans-

port speeds on slippery surfaces_ Look behind
and use care when backing..

e Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow

anyone in front of the snow thrower.

® Do not run the engine indoors, except when

sta_ng the engine and for transporting the
snow thrower in or out of the building_ Open the

outside doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous
(containing CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODOR-
LESS and DEADLY GAS).

e Take all possible precautions when leaving the

snow thrower unattended_. Disengage the au-
gedimpeller, shift to neutral, stop engine, and

remove key,

e Do not overload the machine capacity by at-

tempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.

SAFE STORAGE

e Always refer to Owner's Manual instructions for

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

o Disengage power to the auger/impeller when

snow thrower is transported or not in use.

o Never store the snow thrower with fuel in the

fuel tank insidea building where ignitionsources
are present such as hot water and space

heaters, clothes dryers, and the likenAllow the
engine to cool before storing inany enclosure_

REPAIR/ADJUSTMENTS SAFETY

o After striking a foreign object, stop the engine

remove the wire from the spark plug or dis-

connect the cord from the electric motor°
Thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for any

damage and repair the damage before restart-
ing and operating the snow thrower°

® If the snow thrower should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine or electric motor
and check immediately for the cause. Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble.,

® Stop the engine or electric motor whenever

you leave the operating position before un-
clogging the auger/impeller housing or dis-

charge guide, and when making any repairs,
adjustments, or inspections. Removewire form

spark plug or disconnect cord from electric

motor.

• 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 pre-

vent accidental staRting.

o Never attempt to make any adjustments while

the engine is running (exceptwhen specifically
recommended in this manual).

e Maintain or replace safety and instruction la-

bels, as necessary.

o Run the snow thrower a few minutes after

throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of the
auger/impeller.

LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT

_ IMPOR'[ANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT

MEANS-ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!I!

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchaseof a Sears
CraftsmanSnow_rower_ It hasbeen designed,engi-

neeredandmanufactured to giveyouthebestpossible

dependabilityandperformance.
Shouldyou experienceany problemyoucannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service
Center/Department.We have competent,welt4rained

techniciansandthe propertoolstose_ce orrepairthis

uniL

Pleasereadandretainthismanual.'Theinstructionswill
enableyoutoassembleand maintainyoursnowthrower

_mpedy. Alwaysobservethe=SAFETY RULES."

MODEL
NUMBER 536_884821

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATEOF
PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WiLL BE

FOUND ONA DECAL ATTACHEDTOTHE REAR

OF THE SNOW THROWER HOUSING_
YOU SHOULDRECORD BOTH SERIALNUMBER

ANDDATE OF PURCHASEAND KEEPINA SAFE

PLACEFOR FUTURE REFERENCE°

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears MaintenanceAgreement is available on this
product, ContactyournearestSears Storefor details_

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

_SE POWER: 5 hp

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DISPLACEMENT: 10.49

cu. In.

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 2 quart

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OIL (20 oz.,Capacity): SAE 10W-30 or

SPARK PLUG :

(GAP .030 In.)

VALVE CLEARANCE:

"S.AIF...5W-30 motor O" maybe used to make
starting easier In areas wherethe temperature Is

20° F or lower.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORY

Anelectricstarterkit(StockNo.,71-8894)is available for
this snowthrowerand may be orderedthroughSears

RetailorCatologStores Installation instructions forthe

electricstarter are includedinthiskit.

Unleaded

5W-30"

Champion

RJ19LM

Intake: .010 In.

Exhaust: .010 in.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read andobservethesafetyrules°

• Followa regularscheduleinmaintaining,caring tot and usingyoursnowthrower.,

• FolJowtheinstructions under"Maintenance"and =Storage"sectionsofthisowner'smanual

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN

SNOW THROWER

Fortwo yearsfromthe dateofpurchase,whenthis Craftsman SnowThroweris maintained,lubricated
andtuned-upaccording to the instructionsintheowner'smanual,Searswitlrepair,freeofcharge,any

detectinmaterialandworkmanship.

ItthisCraftsmanSnowThroweris usedforcommercialor rentalpurposes,thiswarrantyappliesforonly
90 daysfrom the date of purchase.

This warrantydoesnotcoverthe following:

• Expendableitemswhichbecomeworndudngnormaluse,suchas sparkplugs,ddvebeltsandshear

p_so
Repairsnecessarybecause ofoperatorabuse ornegligence,includingbentcrankshaftsandthe failure

to maintainthe equipmentaccordingtotheinstructionscontainedintheowner'smanual.

WARRANTY'SERVICE IS AVAILABLEBY RETURNINGTHE CRAFTSMANSNOW THROWER TO THE
NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENTIN THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY
APPLIESONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCTIS IN USE iN THE UNITED STATES,

Thiswan_antygivesyou speciticlegalrights,and youmay alsohave otherdghts whichmay varyfrom
statetostate.

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TABLE OF

SAFETY RULES ....................................................2,3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...........................4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................. 4

WARRANTY ...................................................... 4

TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................. 5

INDEX ............................................................. 5

ASSEMBLY ........................................................ 6-9

OPERATION ............................................. 10-14

CONTENTS

MAINTENANCE ..............................................15-! 6

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........... 17-24

STORAGE ..................................................... 25

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS .................26

TROUBLE SHOOTING ................................. 27

REPAIR PARTS (SNOW THROWER),.. 2B-40

REPAIR PARTS (ENGINE) ...................... 41-44

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ........Back Cover

iNDEX

A

Adjustmen!:

Auger ..............................................................1B

Bm! ..................................................................18

Bett Gui_e ...............................................20

Cabie ............................................................t 8

Carburelor .............................................24

Frick;on Wheei ........................................21

Span P!ug ...............................................24

Track ....................................................23

Traction and Auger .................................18

Assemoly

Cran_ Assembly ........................... 8

ShiI!er Lever ......................................... 9

Skio Hergnt Adjustment ............. 7, 17

Unpac_iog ...........................................7

Belts:

Ad)ust Belts ...........................................18

Belt Gu_oe Adjustment ........................20

Bett Maintenance .................................15

Replace Belts ..................................19, 20

Cables..C:_ch .....................................7, 9_ t 8

Ca_ure_.or: ...........................................24, 25

Chain ............................................................15

Choke .............................................;O. 11, i3

Clutch Levers ............................. 10, 11

Conlro_s:

Engine ....................................10, 11, t3, 14

SnowThrower .......................................t0

Crank:

Adjusting Rod ............................................8, 17

Assemoly ...........................................................8

Operaticn ......................................................11

Customer Responsibilities ............................4

Drive, Auger ..................................................1 t

Ddveo Traction .........................................11

De|lectoro Snow Chute ...............................11

B

C

D

E

Engine:

Control ...............................10, 11, 13, 14

Oil Cap .................................................12, 16

Oil Change ..................................................t6

Oil Level .....................................................12, 16

Oil Type .................................. 4. 12, 16

Speed Governor .................................................24

Starting ......................................................t 3

Storage .............................................................25

F

Free-Wheel. Track ......................................12

Fuel. Type .............................................4. I3

Fuel, Storage ....................................13, 25

Friction Wheel:

Adjustment ...........................................21

Replacement ................................... 22

Gears:

Auger Gear Box .................................15

Hex Shaft ............................................ 15

Hanoi{e, Upper ano Lower ......................B

Height Adjust Skids .........................7, 17

Hex Shaft ................................... 15.22

[gnilion. Key ............................";0.1 I, 13, 14

!ndex ................................................................5

Levers

AugerDrive Clutch .. 7.9, 10, 1 Io 18

Choke .........................................I0, 1I. 13, I4

Shffler .......................................................9, 10

Throttle Controt .......... I0, 11,13, 14

Traction Dr_e Clulcn ..7..9, 10, 11, 18

Lubrication:

Auger Gear Box ..................................15

Auger Shatt ..................................15, 26

Chart .................................................... 26

Engine ........................................................14, 16

Hex Shaft and Gears ...........................15

Weight Trans|er System ...............12, 15

Maintenance:

Agreement ............................................................4

Auger Gear Box .....................................15

Auger Shaft .................................................15

Engine ................................................................16

GeneraIRecommenoations ............. 15

Hex Shaft and Gears .........................15

Weight Transfer System ......................15

Oil:

Engine ..........................................4, 12, 16

Extreme Cold Weather ....................13,16

Storage ..............................................................25

Type ......................................................4, 12, 16

Operation:

Engine Controls ...............10,11, 13,14

Free-Whee!, Track .....................................12

Operating Snow Thrower.... 11, 12, t 4

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Operating Tips ..................................................t4

Startingthe Engine ......................................I3

Snow Thrower Controls...................10-12

WeightTransferSystem ..........................12

P

Parts ................................................................. 28-39

PrimerButton .....................;0, _ !. _3. ;4

RepatrlReplacement Parts ............28-39

Replacemenls:

Auger Shear Bolt ..........................................23

Belts ....................................................19.20

Friction Wheel ................................. 22

Satety Rules .................................................2.3

Service and Adjustments:

Auger Housing Height .......................7.17

Auger Shear Bolt ...........................................23

Betts .......................................................18-20

Belt Guide ............................................................20

Belt Replacements ..............................19,20

Cable ........................................................7, 9, 1

Carburetor ....................................................24, 25

Friction Wheel ..........................................22

Spark Rug ..........................................................24

Track .......................................................................23,

Servk?.eRecommendations ....................26

Spark Plug ............................................18, 24

Specifications ..................................................4

Speed Governor .................................................24

Starting the Engine .........................................t3

Stopping the Engine .......................11, 13.14

Stopping the Snow Thrower ....................11

Shipping Oarton .....................................6, 7

SkidHeight ......................................................7, 17

ShitTerLever .................................................9-I0

Shear Bofts .......................................................23

Storage ............................................................25

Table ol Contents ....................................5

Trouble Shooting Chart .................... 26

ToolsforAssembly .....................................6

Traction Drive Bert ...................................18, 20

Track Adjustmanl ..........................................23

Warranty .......................................................4

Weight Transter System ......................12, t5

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ASSEMBLY

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THIS SNOW TI-IROWER HAS A TRACK DRIVE SYSTEM EQUIPPED TO GIVE

YOU FREE-WHEELING CAPABILITY

Ifyoursnowthrowermust be movedwithoutthe aidofthe engine,itwillbeeasierto pullthesnowthrower

backwardbythe handles, ratherthanpushing.Fordetailson howtousethe free-wheelingcapability,seethe
Track Drive/Free-WheelFeature paragraphinthe Operation sectionofthismanual

Onstartup,thetrack drivesystemmay be tightbutwillloosenupas the snowthrowerisused Afterfirstuse, check
thetrack for tensionandadjustifnecessary.,See the"track Adjustmentparagraphin the Serviceand
Adjustmentssectionof this manual. Checktrackadjustmentand fastenersreguladyo

CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON

1 - Snowthrowercompletelyassembledexceptfor

thecrankassembly, and the upperhandle,which
isinthefoldeddownposition.

1 - Partsbag containing:
1 - Owner'smanual(notshown)and

Pansshownbelow:

CONTENTS OF PARTS BAG

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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

1 - Knife (to cut carton and plastic ties)
2 - 1/2 inch wrenches (or a_ustabre wrenches)

2 - 9f16 inch wrenches (or adjustable wrenches)

2 - 3/4 inch wrenches (or adjustable wrenches)

1 - Pliers (Io spread cotterpin)
1- Screwdriver

°2 - Spa_e114-20x 1-3/4

In. Hox Head Screws

"Non-AssembledParts

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1 - KnobwithThreads

"2 -Spare Spacers

"2 - Spare 1/4-20 Hex nuts

2 _iginitionKeys

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Figure1showsthe snowthmwerintheshippingposition.
Figure2 showsthesnowthrowercomptetetyassembled,

Referenceto the righl and left hand side ofthe snow
throwerisfrom the operator'spositionat the handle,,

TO REMOVE SNOW THROWER

FROM CARTON (See Fig. 1)

e Removethe staplesfromtop of carton.
o Locate the crankassembly and placetheassembly

aside,

e Remove and discard the packing material from

aroundthe snowthrower,.

® Cut allfourcomersof the cartonfromtoptobottom

and lay laythe panelsflat,.

e Removethe packingmaterialfromthe shifterplate

and upperhandleassembly.

e Rollthesnowlhmweroffthecartonbypullingonthe

lowerhandle,,

NOTE: Thedrive systemmay betightwhenyoufirstuse

yoursnowthrower.It loosensupas youuse ito
e To completeupper handle installationand install

chutecrankassembly,seeToInstallThe UpperHandle
and CrankAssemblyparagraphon page8.

NOTE: Ifthecableshavebecomedisconnectedfromthe
clutchlevers,reinstallthe cablesas shownin Fig.3,

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LOWER HANDLE CONTROL PANEL

CLUTCH

CABLE

UPPER

HANDLE

ASSEMBLY

CRANK ASSEMBLY

CHUTE

CLUTCH
CABLES

SHIFTER

DEFLECTOR

HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW
THROWER

o

Your snowthroweris equippedwithheightadjust
skids (See Fig. 2) on the outsideof the auger
housing,,To adjust the skid height for different
conditions, seeToAdjustSkidHeightparagraphon

page 17._

CAUTION: IF YOU ARE REMOVING

,_ SNOW FROM ANY ROCKY OR UNEVEN

SKIDS DOWN. THIS WILL HEt.P TO PREVENT
ROCKS AND OTHER DEBRIS FROM BEING
PICKED UP AND THROWN BYTHE AUGER,

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SURFACE, RAISE THE FRONT OFTHE

SNOW THROWER BY MOVING THE

7

"Z" FITTING

FIG. 2

TRACTION

DRt!/E

LEVER

FIG. 3

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MBLY

TO INSTALL THE UPPER HANDLE AND
CRANK ASSEMBLY

• Removethe screws,flatwashers,to.washers and

hexnutssecudngthe shifterplateinthe lowerholes
ofthe lowerhandle..

• Loosen,t_Jtdonotremove,thescrews,flatwashers,

lockwashers, and hexnutsinthe upperholesof the
lowerhandle_

• Raiseupperhandle into operatingposition.,Upper
handleshouldbe to the outsideofthe lower handle

and shifterplateto the inside.

• Replacethe screws0flatwashers,lockwashers, and

hexnutsthroughthehandlesandshifterplate.Donot
lightenuntilallboltsare in ptace_T'_jhtenlefthand

sidefirst.

NOTE: Unlessyou have the assistanceof anotherper-
son,itmay beeasierto installonesideofthehandleatthe
time.

• Tightenthe screw,flat'washer,Iockwasherand hex

nutat the upperdghthandholeonly(See Fig,4A),

• Removethe screw,flatwasher,Iockwasherandhex

nutfrom theupperlefthandholeofthe lowerhandle
and discard,

• Removethe 3/8" nyloniocknutandflatwasherfrom
theeye bolt assembly(onlhe chutecrankassembly
eadier)_Checktomakesurethetwo3/8"jamnutsare
tight.The jam nutsshouldbe3.75 inches fromthe
endofthe eye bolt(Fig.4B).

• Installeye bolt throughlowerholeon the left hand
sideofthe handle(See Fig.,4B)_

• Installthe 3/8"ftatwasherandthe3/8"nylonlocknut

looselyon the eye bolt as showninFig_4Bo

• Removetheptasticcap,thecotterpinandthewasher

from thewormedend ofthecrankassemblyandset
aside (See Fig°5)_

• Rotate the notchedsectionofthe dischargechute

towardthe crank*adjustingrod..

• Installthewormed endofthecrankthroughthehole

in theadjustingrod and securetheendwiththeflat

washer andcotterpin, as showninFig.5

• Bendthe endsof the cotter pinaroundthe rodand
reinstallthe plasticcap.

• Tighten the eye bolt installedearlier, keepingeye in

linewiththe rodwhiletighteningtheinsidesecurely

• Makesurethe outside3/8" jamnutisupagainstthe
other3/8"jamnutandslidethebootovertheadapter

(See F_,.4B).

• Rotate the chute crank fully clockwiseand fully

counter-clockwise, The discharge chute should
rotatefullywith approximately 1/8 inchclearance
betweenthewormandthe bottomofthenotch(See

Fig.5).

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• If thechutecrankneedsto be adjusted, go tothe

NOTE: Besurethe crankdoes nottouchthesideofthe

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_'tB"

FIG. 4A

FIG. 5

Service and Adjustments section on page 17_
Screwssecuringchuteclipsatthebase ofthechute
shouldbeslightlyloosefor easyrotation.

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ASS LY

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TO iNSTALL SHIFTER LEVER KNOB

0 Threadtheshifterlever knobontothethreadedend

ofthe shifterleveruntilitissnugagainst the hexrut

andthelipispointedtowardtheengine.T_jhtenthe
hexnutagainstthebottomoftheshiftleverknob_(See
Fig,6,)

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SNIFTER KNOB

NUT

LEVER

FIG.6

TO CHECKJADJUST CLUTCH

CONTROL CABLES

The controlcables,Fig. 7, attachedtothe augerclutch

lever andtractionclutchlever may needto be adjusted
beforeyouuseyoursnowthrower,,

For instructionson checkingor adjusting the control
cables,seeToAdjustClutchControlCablesparagraphon
page 18,

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AUGER CLUTCH TRACTION CLUTCH

LEVER LEVER

OFF OFF

ON ON

CONTROL CABLES

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OPERA: ION

KNOwYOUR SNow THROWER .............................................................................

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW
THROWER. Comparetheillustrationswithyoursnowthrowertofamgiarizeyourseffwiththe locationof vadous

commlsand adjustments.Save thismanualforfuturereference,

AUGERDRIVE

LEVER

SPEED

LEVER

WEmHr

PEDAL CHUTE

'TRACTION DRNE

CRANK

ASSEMBLY

CHUTE

DEFLECTOR

PRIMER Bbq'TON

STARTER

CHOKE CONTROL HANDLE

THROTTLE CONTROL

HEIGHT ADJUST

FIG. 8

SEARS FREE-WHEELING SNOW THROWERS conformto the safetystandardsoftheAmericanNational

StandardsInstitute.

AUGER DRIVE LEVER-Starts andstopstheaugerand
impeller(snowgatttering and throwing).

"rRACTIONDRIVE LEVER - Propelsthe snow thrower
forwardand inreverse,

SPEED SHIFTER LEVER _ Selects the speed of the
snowthrower(6 speedsforwardand2 speedsreverse).
CRANK ASSEMBLY - Changesthe direction of snow
throwingthroughthe dischargechute.
CHUTE DEFLECTOR - Changes the distance the

snowisthrown.

DISCHARGECHUTE- Changestheheightanddirection

thesnow isthrown

KLICKPIN -Changesthe trackdrivefromnormaltofree-

WEIGHT TRANSFER PEDAL * When engaged (by

lifting up on theupperhandle)it helpskeep the snow
throwerin contactwiththeground,and reducesrideup
on iceand hard-packedsnow.Whenreleased(bypush-

ingdownon weighttransferpedalwiththe ballofyour

foot), it eases steedngofthe snowthrower.
HEIGHTADJUSTSKIDS -Adjuststhegroundclearance

ofthe augerhousing_

IGNITION KEY. Mustbe insertedtostartthe engine.

RECOILSTARTER HANDLE- Startstheenginemanu-

ally,,

CHOKECONTROL - Usedto start acotdengine.

PRIMER BUTTON- Injectsfuel directlyintothe cart_u-

wheeldrive,whk_haltowstheunittobettansportedeasily retormanifoldforfaststars incoldweather.

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OPERATIO

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shieldswhileoperatingthesnowthrower.

I eyes,whichcanresult insevereeyedamage. Always wearsafetyglasses or eye

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HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW
THROWER

TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE
e Turnthecrankassemblyto setthedirection ofthe

snowthrowing,

e Loosenthe wingknob on the chutedeflectorand

move the deflectorto set the distance Movethe
deflectorUP for more distance,DOWN for less
distanceThen tightenthe wingknob(Fig 9)_

We recommend standardsafety glassesavailable at SEARS Retail or Catalog
Storesor a widevisionsafetymaskfor overyour glasses°

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WING KNOB

RG. 9

TO STOP YOUR SNOW THROWER

e To stop throwingsnow, release the auger drive

lever{See Fig 11)o

e To stopthe track,releasethetractiondrivelever.
e To stoptheengine,pushthethrottlecontrolleverto

offand pull outthe ignitionkey (See Fig, 10)

NOTE: DO NOT turn key.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

• To shift,release the tractiondriveleverand move
the speed shifterlever to the speed you desire

Groundspeed is determinedby snowconditions
Selectthe speedyou desireby movingthe speed

_hifferleverintotheappropriatecoloredareaonthe
control panel,

Red - Wet, Heavy, Slushy, Extra Deep
Amber - Moderate

White - Very Light

Green - Transport only

® Engage the traction drive lever (See Fig. 11, left

hand),,Asthe snowthrowerstarts tomove, maintain

a firm hold on the handles, and guide the snow

throweralong the cleadng path Do not attempt to

pushthe snow thrower.

• To move the snow throwerbackward,move the

speedshifterleverinto first orsecondreverseand
engagethe tractiondrivelever (lefthand).

IMPORTANT: NEVER MOVETHE SPEED SHIFTER

LEVER WHILE THE TRACTION LE-

VER IS DOWN

TO THROW SNOW

e Pushdown the auger drive lever(See Fig, 11, dght

hand).

e Release to stop throwing snow.

PRIMER BUTTON

IGNITION

KEY

CHOKE RECOIL

CONTROL STARTER

LEFT RIGHT

HAND HAND

THROTTLE HANDLE

CONTROL

ill i ,,,H ii :

FIG. 10

TRACTION DRIVE AUGER DRIVE

LEVER

FIG. 11

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CAUTION: READ OWNER'S MANUAL

BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE.

NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGETOWARD

BYSTANDERS.STOP THE ENGINE BE,.
FORE UNCLOGGING DISCHARGE
CHUTE OR AUGER HOUSING AND BE-

FORE LEAVING THE MACHINE.

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OPERATION

TO USE WEIGHT TRANSFER SYSTEM ....................................

tnhardpackedor heavy snowconditions,conventional

snowthrowerstendtorideupandleaveunevenmounds

of snowbehind.Fortheseconditions, yournewtracked
snowthrowerhasauniqueweighttransfersystem (See

Fig,,12)designedtominimize dde4Jp.

Theweighttransfersystemengaged shiftsmoreweight
to the auger housing,This weight transferkeeps the

snowthrowerin con*actwith the groundand reduces
ride-upon ice andsnow°

in lightersnow conditions or when transporting,you
shouldrelease the weight transfer systemfor easier

steedng.

• To usetheweighttransfersystem,tiltupon upper
handleuntilbracket boltssnap intoplace in upper
slotsofweighttransferpedal.

• To release,hold upperhandlefirmlyandpushdown
ontheweighttransferpedalwiththebailofyourfool

NOTE: "[heweight transfersystemwill notwork ifthe
auger housingheightadjust skids are adjustedto the
highestposition.

TRACK DRIVE/FREE-WHEEL FEATURE

(Uftuphere)

WEIGHT TRANSFER

PEDAL UPPERSLOT'_

FIG.12

Thetracksystemonyoursnowthrowerhasaddvetlree-
wheelfeature(See Fig 12A) whichallowstheunittobe

transportedeasilywithoutthe enginebeingstarted.

• Tousefree_heeling, liftupthe loopofthe klickpin
inthefronttrack wheelandpullthepinouLInstallIhe
pinthroughtheholeinthe shaftoutsideofthetrack

wheel Repeaton the oppositesideoftheunit.

• Tousenormaldrive,liftthe loopoftheIdickpinfrom
theoutsidehole in the shaft.,Rotatethefronttrack
wheeluntilthe hole in the trackwheelhuband the

outsideholeintheshaftareirHine_Placepinthrough
the bole in the track hub_Repeat on theopposite

sideofthe unit.

NOTE:. tf unit does not movewhen engineisstarted,
checkthepinlocations°Pinsonbothsidesofunitshould
be inthe normaldrivepositionforunittomove_

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

FILL/ADD OIL:
The engineon thissnowthrowerwasshippedwithout

oILAddoilbefore youstarttheengine_Removetheoillilt
cap!dipstickand fill the crank case to FULL line on

d_pstick(about20 ounces) (See Fig. 13) withSA, E.

10W-30motoroil (orequivalent)_Donotoverfill.Tighten

thefillcap/dipsticksecurelyeachtimeyoucheckthe oil
level.

DRIVE WHEEL

RG.12A

i ......... ..........

.....

'_ _tk_,' ,/' BE1BETWEENFULL

AND ADD MARK

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OP TI

FILL GAS:
Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded grade

autornotivegasoline.Besurethatthecontaineryoupour
thegasoline from isclean and free from rust or other
foreignparticles.Never usegasolinethatmay be stale

trom tongperiodsof storageinthe container.,

NOTE: S,,A,,E_5W-30 motoroil may be used to make
startingeasier inareaswherethe temperatureis 20"F,

or lower,,

WARNING: Experience indicates that aP..oholblended
fuels (called gasohot orthose using ethanolor methanol)

can attract moisture which leads to separation and for-
mation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage

the fuel system of an engine while in storage
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage for 30 days or linger Start the
engine and let it rununtil the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use the carburetor bowl drain to empty residual
gasoline from the float chamber (Fig 42) Use fresh fuel

next season° (See Storage instructions on page 25 for
additional information°)

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

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CAuTIoN:GASOL,NEisFLA"ABLE

_L AND CAUTION MUST BE USED WHEN

DONOTFILLFUELTANKWHILESNOW

THROWERRUNN,NG,WHENrrISHOT,OR

WHENSNOWTHROWERSINANENCLOSED

AREA.
KEEPAWAY FROMOPEN FLAMEORANELEC-

TRICAL SPARK AND DO NOT SMOKE WHILE

FILLING THEFUEL TANK.
NEVER FILL THE TANK COMPLETELY. FILL

THETANKTO WITHIN 1/4"-1/2" FROMTHETOP

TOPROVIDE SPACE FOREXPANSIONOFFUEL

ALWAYS FILL FUEL TANK OUTDOORS AND
USEA FUNNEL ORSPOUTTO PREVENTSPILL-
ING.

MAKE SURE TO WIPE UP ANY SPILLED FUEL
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE.

STORE GASOUNE IN A CLEAN, APPROVED
CONTAINERAND KEEPTHECAPINPLACEON

THE CONTAINER.

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HANDUNGORSTORINGITo

.............. ii ,,

CAUTION: NEVER RUN ENGINE IN-
DOORS ORIN ENCLOSED, POORLY

VENTILATED AREAS. ENGINE EX-
HAUST CONTAINS CARBON MON-

OXIDE, AN ODORLESS AND DEADLY GAS.

KEEP HANDS, FEET, HAIR AND LOOSE
CLOTHINGAWAYFROMANY MOVING PARTS

ON ENGINE AND SNOW THROWER.

WARNING: TEMPERATUREOF MUFFLERAND

NEARBY AREASMAY EXCEED150° F. AVOID

THESE AREAS.

DONOTALLOWCHILDRENORYOUNGTEEN-
AGERS TO OPERATE OR BE NEAR SNOW

THROWER WHILE IT IS OPERATING.

TO STOP ENGINE

e To stopengine, movethe throttlecontrolleverto

STOPpositionandremovekey, Keep thekeyin a
safeplace.,Theenginewillnot_lartwithoutthekey,_

TO START ENGINE

Besurethattheenginehassufficientoil Beforestarling

the engine,be certainthatyouhave read thefolliwing

information:
COLD START (See Fig. 14)

e Be suretheaugerddve andthetractiondrivelevers

are inthe disengagedRELEASEDposition,
Movethethrottle controlupto RUN position.tp

O Push the key into the ignition slot found in parts

page, Be sure itsnaps into place._DO NOT TURN
KEY., Place extra key in a safe place.,

o Rotatechokecontro!toFULLchokeposition,

o Pressthe primer I_Jtton in cold weather Press

twoor three times,whifekeepingyourlinger over
the vent hole on the pdmer button_ Additional

pdming may be necessary for the firststart if the
temperature is below t5 ° F,,Do notprime it tem-
peratureis above 50° F.

=, Pullthe starter handle rapidly. Do not allow the

handle to snap back,but allow itto rewind slowly

whilekeeping a firm hold onthe starterhandle,,

® As the engine warmsup and begins to operate

evenly, rotate the choke knob slowly to OFF
position°fftheenginefalters,returnto FULLchoke,
thenslowtymovetoOFF chokeposition_

NOTE: Beforeusingthe snowthrower,allowthe engine

towarm up fora fewminutesbecause theenginewillnot
developfult poweruntil itreachesoperating temperature°

• Run the engine at or near the top speed when

throwingsnow.,

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OPERATION

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PRIMER BUTTON

IGNITION

KEY

CHOKE

CONTROL STARTER

THROTTLE CONTROL HANDLE

FIG, 14

WARM START

tf restartinga warm engine after a shortshutdown,rotate
choketo OFFinstead of FULL anddo notpush theprimer

button..

FROZEN STARTER

Ifthe starterisfrozenand wiltnotturnengine:

• Pullas much ropeout ofthe starteras possible.,

• Release the starter handle and let it snap back

againstthestarter.

If the enginestillfails tostart,repeat untilit starts_
Tohelp preventpossiblefreeze-upofrecoilstarterand

engine controls,proceed as fol!ows after each snow
removaljob..

o Withthe engine running, pull thestarter ropehard

witha continuous fullarmstrokethreeorfourtimes.

Pullingofstarterropewillproducea loud clattering
sound..This is notharmfulto theengineorstarter..

• With the engine not running, wipeall snowand

moisturefromthecarburetorcoverinareaofcontrol

levers., Also movethrottlecontrol, chokecontrol,
and starterhandleseveraltimes,

e

Fornormalusage,settheskidssothai thescraper

bar is 1/8" above the skids, Fo_"extremelyhard-

packedsnowsurfaces,adjusttheskids upwardso
thatthe scraperbar touchestheground.,

• Ongravel orcrushedrocksurfaces,settheskidsat
t-1/4" below the scraperbar (see To AdjustSkid
Heightparagraphon page t7). Stones andgravel
mustnotbe pickedupand thrownby themachine,.

• If thefront of thesnowthrowerhas a tendencyto
raise,reduce the groundspeed and engage the

weighttransfersystem.

• Alter the snowblowing job has been completed,
allowthe enginetoidlefora few minutes, whichwill
meltsnowand accumulated iceoft theengine

• Clean thesnowthrower thoroughlyafter eachuse.

• Removeice andsnowaccumulation and alldebris
fromtheentiresnow thrower,and flushwithwater
(if possible)toremoveallsaltor otherchemicals.
Wipesnow throwerdry,,

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CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RE,,
LODGED IN AUGER WITHOUT TAKING

MOVE ANY ITEM THAT MAY BECOME
THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS:

e RELEASE AUGER DRIVE AND TRACTION

DRIVE LEVERS.

• MOVE THROTTLE LEVER TO STOP POSI-

TION.

• REMOVE (DO NOTTURN) IGNITIONKEY,

• DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE.

• DO NOTPLACEYOUR HANDS IN THE

AUGER OR DISCHARGE CHUTE. USEA
PRY BAR.

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SNOW THROWING TIPS

• Formaximum snowthrower efficiencyin removing
snow,adjustgroundspeed, NEVERthethrottle. Go

slowerin deep, freezingorwet snow.Itthetrack

sr_s,reduceforwardspeed,Theengineisdesigned
todelivermaximum performanceatfullthrottleand
shouldbe runat thispowersettingatalltimes.

• Mostefficientsnowblowingisaccomplishedwhen

thesnowisremovedimmediatelyafter it falls.

• For completesnow removal,slightlyoverlapeach

path previouslytaken. Usemore overlapin deep
snowtoprevent ovedoading_

• The snowshouldbe dischargeddownwindwhen-
everpossible..

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MAINTENANCE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warrantyonthissnowthrowerdoesnotcoveritems
that have been subjectedto operatorabuseor negli-

gence,.To receivefullvalue from the warranty,operator

mustmaintain snowthrower as instructedinthismanual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
propedy mainlain your snow thrower,

All adjustments inthe Service and Adjustments section of
this manual should be checked at feast once each

season,

AFTER FIRST USE

e Check thetracks for tension and adjust ifnecessary

(See To Adjust Track paragraph on page 23).
Checkthe track adjustment and fasteners reguladyr

e Be sure that all tasteners are tight..

AS REQUIRED

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

e Auger and Track Drive Belts shouid be adjusted

alter the first 2hours of use and again after 25 hours
and at the beginning o! each season SeeTo Adjust
Belts paragraph on page 19

e All screws and nuts should be checked often to

make sure they are tight,pre{erabty alter each use.

SNOW THROWER

LUBRICATION - EVERY TEN HOURS

• Weight Transter System _Coat weight transler side

plates with clinging type grease, such as Lubrip_ate,
every ten (10) hours and before storage,, See Lu-

brication Chart on page 26

e Auger Shaft- Using a hand greasegun,lubricatethe

auger shaft zerk fittings (See A, Fig 16) every ten
(10) operating hours, Each time a shear bolt is
replaced (see TO Replace Auger Shear Bolt para -
graph on page 23), the augershaft MUSTbe greased,

e For storage or when replacing shear boils, remove

shear boils and lubricate auger shaft zed_s,,Rotate
augers several times on the shaft and reinstal! the

shear bolts.

LUBRICATION - NOT REQUIRED
e Hex Shaft and Gears- Hex shaft and gears require

nolubrication, Altbearings andbushingsareliletime
lubricated andrequireno maintenance(SeeFig17),,

NOTE: Anygreasing oroiling of the abovecomponents
cancause contamination ol the frictionwheel, Ifthe disc

driveplateor friction wheel come in contact with grease
or oil, damageto the friction wheel will result,,

(PULL UP GENTLY AT CENTER)

FIG. 15

............ ,,r,;,,'r'' "

FIG. 16

FRICTION

WHEEL

CHAINS

Should greaseoroilcomeincontactwiththe discdrive
plate or frictionwheel,be sure to clean the plate and
wheelthoroughly_

NOTE: Forstorage,the hexshaftand gears shouldbe
wipedwith10W-30motoroittopreventresting (SeeFig..

17)_

e Auger Gear Box - The auger gear box has been

factory lubricatedfor lite If forsome reasonlubri-
cantshouldleakout, haveaugergearcase checked

by a competent repairrnan_

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SHAFT

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TENANCE

ENGINE ....:

LUBRICATION
Check the crankcase oil level (See Fig. 18) before

starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of

continuous use°Add S.A.E_10W-30motoroil orequiva-

lenL Tighten fill capldipstick securely each time you
check theoillevel SA,E_ 5W-30 motor oil may be used

to make starting easier in areas where the temperature
is 20° For iower_

Changethe oil afterlirst twohours of operation and every
25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the snow

thrower is not used for 25 hours (See Fig. 19).

• Position snow thrower so that the oil drain ptug is
lowest point on the engine. Remove oil drain plug

and oil fill captdipstick,. Drain oil into a suitable

container. Oil will drain more freely when warm,

• Replace oil drain plug and tighten securely,, Refill
crankcase with S_AE, i0W-30 motor oit (or equiva-
lent). S.A_E,.5W-30 motor oil may be used to make
starting easier in areas where the temperature is

20 ° F or Iower_

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FIG, 18

Hi,ill]lw

OIL FILL CAP/

DIPS'lICK

SPARK PLUG

• Make sure that the spark plug istightened securely

into the engine and the spark pJugwire isattached
to the spark plug_

• If a torque wrench is available, torque plug to 18 to
23 foot pounds.

• Clean the area around the spark plug base before
removal to prevent dirt from entering the engine,

• Cleanthesparkplugand reset thegapperiodically

ILl III I LI_I I'III I I I ..........

FIG. 19

16

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.......$ ..... CE AND ADJUST TS

: ............... : .......... ,,,,,,,,,,i

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SPARK PLUG WIRE AND 'TIE BACK
AWAY FROM THE PLUG BEFORE MAK-

CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE I

ING ANY ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS.

iii .

TO ADJUST SKID HEIGHT

This snow throwerisequipped withtwo height adjust-
merit skids, located onthe outside ofthe augerhousing
(See Fig.20)°These skids elevatethe frontofthe snow
thrower. For normal hard surfaces, adjust the skids as

follows:
e Make sure the weight transfer system is released

by holding upper handle firmlyand pushing down

weighttransfer pedal withthe ball of your foot.

® Place extra shear bolts suppiied (found in parts

bag) under each end of the scraperbar near but not
under the skid..

e Loosen the skid mounling nuts (See Fig. 20) and

push the skid down until it touches the ground..

Retighten the mounting nuts.

® Set the skid on the other side at same heighL
For rocky or uneven surfaces, raise the front of the snow

thrower by moving the skids down furthers.This wifl help
prevent rocks and other debris from being picked up and

thrown by the auger
NOTE: if the skids are at the maximum height, the weight

transfer system will not work..

TO ADJUST SCRAPER BAR

After considerable use, the metal scraper bar will have
a detinite wear patternr The scraper bar may have to be

returned to its odginal lower setting to maintain the
original performance lever. To adjust:

o Position the snow thrower on a level surface
o Loosen the carriage bolts and nuts securing the

scraper bar _othe auger housing.

o Adjust the scraper bar to the proper position.
® Tighten the carriage bolls and nuts, making sure

:hat the scraper bar is parallel with the working

surface.

SKID MOUNTING NUTS

AUGER HOUSING

FIG. 20

0

Afler extended operation_thescraper bar may be

HEIGH3 r ADJUST SKiD

i

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reversed ifthe scraperbar mustbereplaceddueto

wear, removethecarriagebottsandnutsandinstall
a newscraper bar.

TO ADJUST CHUTE

CRANK ASSEMBLY

tf you cannot rotate the chute crankfully to the left and to
the right,you need to adjust the chute crank (See Fig. 21)

e Loosen both 1t2" nuts on the crank adjusting rod

(using 3/4" wrenches).

e Rotate the adjusting rod in or out to allow about

1/8" clearance between the notch inthe flange and

the ouler diameter of the worm..

e Once this clearance isset, tighten the nuts

NOTE: Be sure the crank does not touch the side of the
engine or the cover will be scratched°

PLASTIC

CAP COTTER/-'_.

NOTCHED SECTION

CAUTION: BE CERTAIN TO MAINTAIN
PROPER GROUND CLEARANCE FOR

YOUR PARTICULAR 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 PERSONALINJU RY, PROPERTY
DAMAGE OR DAMAGE TO THE SNOW

THROWER.

FIG. 21

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E AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST THE CLUTCH CONTROL

CABLES

Pedodicadjustmentofthecablesmayberequireddueto
non'natstretchandwearonthe belts Tocheckforcorrect

adjustment, the controllevermustbe inIhe fullforward
position,restingontheplasticbumper+Thecontrolcables

are correctlyadjustedwhenthecenterofthe"Z"Fittingis
inthecenteroftheholeandthere isnodroopinthecable

(See Fig,22),,
Ifadjustmentisnecessary:

• Removegasfromgastank+Standblower on end
e Disconnect the"Z" Fitting from drive lever.

• Push the cablethrough thespring (SeeFig+23) to
expose the threaded portion of the cable+

• Hold the square end of the threaded portion with

pliersandadjusttheIocknutinor outuntilthe excess
slack is removed,,

e Pull the cable back through the springand connect

the cable. Dothe same for the other levercabte+

NOTE: Whenever the tractiondrive or auger beltsare

adjusted orreplaced, thecableswillneedtobe adjusted.

TO ADJUST BELTS

Beltsstretch during normal use+ Ifyou needtoadjust
thebelts due to wear or stretch, proceed as follows:

TRACTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig.25)

Thetraction drivebelt hasconstantspringpressure and
does not require adjustment,,Check the clutch control
cable adjustment before replacing the belt

Replacethe tractiondrive beltif it+sstillslipping (seeTo

Replace Beltsparagraph onpage 19).

AUGER DRIVE BELT (See Fig.25)

Ifyoursnowthrowerwillnot dischargesnow,checkthe
controlcableadjustment+if it is correct,thencheckthe

conditionof the augerdrive bell tt may be looseor
damaged+Ifitisdamaged,replaceit. See To Replace

Beltsparagraphon page 19+If the auger drivebelt is
loose,adjustas follows:

• Disconnectthesparkplugwire.

Removethebeltcover_e

o

Loosenthe nutonthe idler pulley(SeeFig+25)and
movethe pulleytowardthe belt about1/8",,

• Tighten thenut.

• Press theauger drive tever_ Checkthe tensionon
the belt (opposite idler pulley) The belt should
deflectabout 1/2"withmoderate pressure(See Fig+

24)+

NOTE:You may have tomove the idlerpulley morethan

once to obtain the correct tension
e Replace thebelt cover.

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TRACTION DRIVE _

LEVER _"_..,___?.

"Z" FITTING

CONTROL LEVER

MUST BE IN FULL

FORWARD POS_.
TION (Ju=t Contact.

lng Plastic Bumper)

WHEN CHECKING

_'_ PLASTIC BUMPER

FIG+22

TRACTION

DRIVE

FIG. 23

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. DFIIVE PULLEY

ID_R PULLEY---_ } .__',_4.,_ DEFLEC33ON

_ I12 INCH

\ ' /---i.PeLLER

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FIG.24

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TRACTIO.Drove.ELT ......... ,dGE. R+VEB .T

TRACTION DRWE BELT GUIDE

PULLEY (Left Hand)

BELT GUIDE AUGER
(Right Hind) PULLEY

DRIVE AUGER IDLER

IDLER PULLEY PULLEY

FIG+25

• Check the clutchcontrol cableadjustmenL

• Reconnect the spad_plugwire.

PULLEY

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,.SERVICE AND

TO REPLACE BELTS

The drive belts on this snow thrower are o! special
construction and should be replaced with original

equipmentbelts available from your nearest SEARS
Store or Service Center_

You will need the assistanceof a second person while
replacing the belts°

Drainthe gasolinefromthe fueltankby removing thefuel
line., Drain the gas and reinstall fuel line,,

AUGER DRIVE BELT

If yoursnow throwerwiltnotdischarge snow, and the
auger drive belt isdamaged, replace it as to!lows:

® Disconnect the sparkplugwire.
o Remove the beltcover(See Fig,,26).
® Loosenthe beltguides (SeeFig°27) andpullaway

from thedrivepulley.

e Loosen theauger idler pulley(SeeFig.28)andslip

the belt out.,

e Remove toptwo bolls thatsecureauger housing

to motor mount frame. Loosenbottom two bolts.,

Auger housingandmotormountIramewillseparate
hinged by bottom two bolts.

e Remove brake arm from housing, Do not remove

spdng,
e Remove thebelt fromtheaugerdrive engine pulley
e Installthe original equipmentreplacement bell in

reverse order of removal,

e Reinstall brakearm intohousing,,Insure brake arm

isfullyinsertedinto housingand brake pad is riding

inpulley groove°

0

Position drive beltonto the augerdrive putley,

0

Adjust thedr_vebelt(seeTo AdjustAuger Drive Belt
paragraph onpage 18),,

0

Adjust the belt guides (see To Adjust The Belt
Guides paragraphonpage 20)+

0

Reinstallthe beltcover.

O

Check clutch control cable adjustment (see page

18)+

• Reconnect the spark plug wire,,

(Right Hand)

TRACTION DRIVE

IDLER PULLEY

_32

{Righ! Hand)

AUGER

PULLEY ENGAGED

GUIDE

(Lalt Hand)

AUGER

DRIVE

BELT

:R DRIVE

PULLEY

PULLEY

FIG, 27

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BELT GUIDE

Hand)

3/32 INCH

IMPELLER

PUL L_Y

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FIG.28

19

SERVICE AN ,.,DJUSTMENTS

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TRACTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST THE FRICTION WHEEL

If your snow throwerwiltnot move forward, check the
tractiondrivebelt forwear.tfthe tractiondrivebelt needs

to be replaced,proceed as follows:

• Disconnect thesparkplugwire.

e

Remove thebeltcover(See Fig.26).

o

Loosenbeltguides (SeeFig..27) andpullbeltguides
away fromthe enginedrivepulley..

e

Loosennutonaugeridler andpullaugeridlerpulley

away frombell

o

Remove auger drivebelt fromengine pulley.

e

Pull drive belt idlerpulley away from drivebelt
Remove drive belt..

i

e

Positionnewdrivebeftontotractionpulley.

e

Pull idler puUeyaway from belt, ailowingbelt to be
positionedonto enginepulley

e

Release idlerpulley Ensureidlerpulleyis properly
engaged withbelt.

e

Adjustbelt guides(see To Adjust The BeltGuides

paragraphbelow).

e

Reinstallthe beltcover..

e

Reconnect the spark plug wire.

TO

ADJUST THE BELT GUIDES

After you replace atrack or auger drive belt, you need to
adjust one or both of the belt guides. Proceed as follows:

e Disconnect the spark p_ugwirer

• Remove the belt cover (See Fig 26)

• Engage the auger drive clutch lever_

• Measure the distance between the belt guides and
the belt (See Fig. 28)..The distance should be 3/32"
for each guide_

• If adjustment is necessary, loosen the belt guide

mounting bolts. Move the belt guides to the correct

position. Tighten the mounting bolts

e Reinstall the belt cover..

• Reconnect the spark plug wire.

If thesnow thrower will not moveforward, youneed to

checkthetrackdrivebelt,thetractiondrivecableorthe
frictionwheel,Ifthefriction wheelisdamaged;itwillneed
to be replaced. See the To Replace FrictionWheel
paragraphon page21..If the friction wheel is notworn.

checkthe adjustment, as follows:

e Disconnect the spark plug wire,

• Drain the gasoline from the gas tank.

• Stand snow thrower on the auger housing end.

• Remove the bottom panel (See Fig. 29)

• Positionthe shifter lever in first (1) gear.

• Note the position of the friction wheel on the disc
drive plate. The right outer side of the disc drive plate

should be 3" from the center of the friction wheel

(See Fig,.30).

if adjustment is necessary:

• Loosen nut "A"on the speed select rod.. Remove

the ball joint by removing nut "B" from the shift yoke

assembly_ Lengthen or shorten the rod by turning

the adaptor to obtain the correct friction wheel po.

sition (See Fig, 31),

• Reinstall the ball joint and nut "Bo" Tighten nut "A."

• Reinstall the bottom panel

WHEEL

/

/

- .............../, .......

LOOSEN BOLT:_ :

i

.......................FIG,29......................................................................................................................................FlG.31 .................................................................................

REMOVE BOLT

OTTOM PANEL

li I BOTTOM PANEL

,,-.-- LOOSEN BOLT

2O

SPEED SELECT

ROD

ADAPTOI

8ALL JOINT _ NUT "B"

YOKE

ASSEMBLY

SERVICE ................................................................ADJUSTME TS

TO REPLACE FRICTION WHEEL

t!thesnowthrowerwillnot moveforward,andthe friction
wheel is worn or damaged, you need to replace it,as

follows: (First allow the engine to cool).

ti,tt ,i,ii,t, ttttti,t t ,t _tt it ,t,t,,ttt,_

I ,_ CAUTION: DRAINGASOMNE OUTDOORS I

AWAY FROM FIRE OR FLAME. i

e Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank,.
e Disconnect the spark plug wire
e Stand the snow thrower up on the auger housing

end (See Fig. 34),,

o Remove the bottom panel (See F3g.,32)
e Remove ball joint from shift yoke assembly.,

o ._emove thethree (3) fasteners securing the friction

:Jneel to the hub (See Fig 34), and set fasteners
_side,_

® _emove the four bolts securing bearing plates (both

_ides],

I t ' "_"L

,lira L

FRICTION WHEEL,,

_H LOCKWASHER

BOLT

T

FIG.33

i,,i....

FRICTION WHEEL

HEX SHAFT

I

EMOVEBOLT

,_ REMOVE BOLT

lit

LOOSEN BOLT -,,_

• _emot,e fhe rightside bearing plate..Leave hex
shaft in originalposition.

e Remove friction wheel fromhub.,Slipfrictionwheel

offhex shafttowards right sfde_

® Position new friction wheel onto hub._See Fig.34.

• Installbearing plates to original position.,Ensure

hexshaft is engaged with bothbearing plates.

e Secure bearing plates,using boils removedearlier

• Secure friction wheel to hub, using fasteners re
moved earlier, Ensure hex shaft turnsfreely.

• Reinstall ball joint to shift yoke assembly,,

• Should friction wheel require adjustment, see To

Adjust The Friction Wheel on page 20

....... ..........._ LOOSEN BOLT

e'_

TRACK CONNECTING ROD

FIG, 32

BEARING

PLATE
BOLTS

FASTENERS

(Screws_, '"" '

Iockwashers,

and nuls)

(UNIT STANDING ON

AUGER HOUSING END)

BEARING

PLATE

BOLTS

\;, AUGER

tJSING

FIG.34

NOTE: Ensure friction wheelandfriction disc are free
from greaseoroil

• Replace bottom panel,

2!

.........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......

.............. iii ......... .............. iii/1_1'1'__,

TO REPLACE AUGER SHEAR BOLT " '":'

The augers are securedtothe augershaftwithspecial
bolts (See Fig.35) thatare designedtobreak(toprotect
the machine) if an obiectbecomeslodged inthe auger

housing.Use ofaharderbolt wiUdestroytheprotection
providedby theshear bolt.

IMPORTANT: TO iNSURE SAFETYAND

PERFORMANCE LEVELS,ONLY
ORIGINAL EQUIPMENTSHEAR

BOLTSSHOULD BE USED.

To replacea broken shear bolt,proceedas follows:

• MovethethrottletoSTOP andturnoffallcontrols,.

• Disconnectthesparkplugwire..Besure all moving
partshavestopped,

• Lubricatethe auger shaftzerkfitting (seethe Main
tenance section,pages 15-16).

• Align theholeintheaugerwiththehole intheauger

shaft. Install the new shear boll and shear boll
spacer provided.

• Reconnect the spark plug wire.

TO ADJUST TRACK

Ifthesnowthrowerdoesnotmoveforward evenlyand the

trackslipsslightly,youneedtocheckthetrackas follows:

• Pullup gently on thecenterof thetracknear the
center.

Measurethedistancebetweenthetrackandthetop
of the track support frame (See Fig.. 36).

The distance should not be more than one and
one-quarter(1-1t4) inches..

ifthe distanceis greater,youneedto adjust thetrackas

follows:

• Loosenortighlentheadjustingbolt atthe rearofthe
track support frame (See Fig 36) to obtain the

properdistance betweenthe track and the track
supportframe,.

• Adjustthe track onthe oppositesidein the same
manner.

SHEAR BOLT

AUGER SHAFT

FIG. 35

'TRACK (property adjusted)

SUPPORT FRAME

1-1/4"

TRACK (out of adjustmant)

FIG,.36

22

SE CE A ADJUST TS

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor(See Fig.37andRg,39) hasbeenpre-set

atthe factoryandreadjustmentshouldnot benecessary.
However, if the carburetordoes need to be adjusted,

proceed as follows:

e Close the high speed adjustingscrew by hand.,
® Do nol overtighten.

e Then openit t-1/4 to 1-1t2turns,,
® Close the idle adjusting screw by hand,,Do not

overtighten,

e Then openit 1-1/4to tdt2tums,,

® Start the engineand le!itwarmupo

e Set the throttlecontrolto RUN,, Adjust the high

speed adjustingscrewinuntilthe enginespeedor

sound aiters_ Adjust the screw out until the engine
speed sound alters. Note the difference between

the two limits and set the screw in the middle ol the

range,,

e Set the throttle control to SLOW,, Adjust the idle

adjusting screw in until the engine speed drops,
then adjust the screw out until the engine speed
drops. Note the difference between the two limits

and set the screw in the middle of the range.

e if the engine tends to stall under load or not accel-

erate from low speed to high speed properly, adjust
the high speed screw out in1/8 turnincrements until

the problem is resolved

e Let the engine run undisturbed for 30 seconds

between each setting to allow the engine to react to
the previous adjustments,

IDLE ADJUSTING SCREW"

(Close finger tight o_tly)

HIGH SPEED ADJUSTING

SCREW

BOWL DRAIN (Close finger light only)

FIG. 37

TO ADJUST:

o

Clean the spark plug by carefullyscrapingelec-
trodes(donot sand blast or usea wirebrush).

@

Be sure the spark plugis clean and freeof foreign
material Checkelectrodes gap (SeeFig.41)with a

wire feelergauge and reset the gap to .030 inch if
necessary°

IMPORTANT:

NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR. WHICH IS FACTORY
SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED.,
OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE

ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED

SETTING CAN BEDANGEROUS.

IF YOU THINK THEENGINE -

GOVERNED HIGHSPEED NEEDS
ADJUSTING, CONTACTYOUR

NEARESTSEARSSERVICECENTER,

WHICH HASTHE PROPER

EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO
MAKE ANY NECESSARY
ADJUSTMENT&

TO ADJUST OR REPLACE
THE SPARK PLUG

Ifyouhave difficulty startingyoursnowthrower,you may
need to adjustor replacethe sparkplug.Follow the

i_structions below,,

Replacethe spark plug if electrodesare pittedorburned
orit the porcelain is cracked.

. : ,,,i ,11,,,I i i

FIG.38

TO REPLACE:
If you need a new spark plug, use only the proper

replacementsparkplug(See page38),,

• Set the gap to .030,
® Before installingthe spark plug, coat its threads

lightlywithgraphitegreaseto insure easyremoval

e Tightenthe plug firmlyinto the engine.

e tfatorquewrenchisavailable,torquetheplugtot 8

to 23 ft- lbs.

23

......................... STORAG: 111111'11111 111111111 111 ' ........................ IIIII IIIIIIII!L

I'111"! IXILIII II II I'111111 .............. : ....... lj I'[11111 II ..... iii, I

"_HROWER INDOORS OR IN AN EN-

CAUTION: NEVER STOREYOUR SNOW
CLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREA

............ i, ,i,i ii......... IU U

IF GASOLINE REMAINS IN THE TANK. FUMES
MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME, SPARK OR PI-

LOTLIGHTFROM AFURNACE,WATER HEATER,
CLOTHES DRYER, CIGARETTE, ETC.

,11111 ............. :: ::: iiiiIll I' II ll'l' J" I II"

DRAIN

CARBURETOR

BOWL

To preventenginedamage (if snowthrowerisnotused
formorethan30 days) followthe stepsbelow.

FIG.42

ENGINE STORAGE

Gasoline must be removedor treated to preventgum
deposits from forming in the tank, filter, hose, and
carburetor during storage. Also during storage, al-
cohol blended gasoline that uses ethanolormetha-
nol (sometimes calledgasohol) attractswater°It acts
on the gasoline to form acids which damage the

engine.

@

Toremovegasoline,runthe engineuntilthetank is
emptyandthe enginestops..Thendrainremaining
gasolinefrom carburetorby pressingupwardon

bowldrain!ocatedon thebottomofcarburetor(See
Fig 42).

I

if you do not want to remove gasoline, a fuel
stabilizer(such as Craftsman Fuel StabilizerNo..

33500)maybeaddedto anygasolineleftinthetank

to minimizegum depositsandacids_Ifthe tankis

almostempty,mix stablilizerwithfresh gasolinein
a separate containerand add someto the tank..

ALWAYS FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS ON STABI-
LIZER CONTAINER. THEN RUN ENGINE AT
LEAST 10 MINUTES AFTER STABILIZER IS
ADDEDTO ALLOW MIXTURE TO REACH CAR-
BURETOR.STORESNOWTHROWER INASAFE

PLACE=SEE WARNING ABOVE.

You can keep your engine in good operating condi-

tion during storage by:

• Changingoilo

• Lubricatingthe piston/cylinderarea. Thiscan be

donebyfirstremovingthesparkplugand squirting

cleanengineoilintothesparkplughole.Thencover

SNOW THROWER STORAGE

• Thoroughlycleanthe snow thrower.

• LubricateaB lubrication points(see the Mainte-
nancesectiononpages 15-16).

• Besurethat ai[ nuts,boltsandscrews aresecurely
fastened..Inspectall visiblemovingpartsfordam-

age,breakage andwear.Replace if necessary..

= Touchupallrustedorchippedpaintsurfaces;sane

_ightlybeforepainting.

• Cover the bare metal partsof the blower'housing
auger and[heimpellerwithrustprevenlative,such

as sprayablelubricant.

NOTE: Ayearly checkuportuneupby aSEARS Service
Centerisagoodwaytoinsurethatyoursnowthrowerwill
providemaximumperformanceforthe next season.

LUBRICATION
OTHER

• If possible, storeyoursnowthrowerindoorsand

coverfftogive protection fromdust and dirt.

• tfthemachinemust bestoredoutdoors,b!ock upthe

snowthrowertobesuretheentiremachineisoffthe
ground.

• Cover Ihe snowthrowerwitha suitableprotective

cover that does not retain moislure Do not use
plastk:.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER SNOW THROWER

WHILEENGINE AND EXHAUST

AREASARE STILLWARM..

the sparkplug holewitha rag to absorboilspray..

Next, rotatetheengineby pullingthe starterrope
fulPfout two orthreetimes.Finally,reinstallspark
plugand attachsparkplugwire.

24

SERVICE

i i , ,,ll,Ui,,

iSERVICE RECORDS

Fill In dates as you co_
plete regular _l_

CheckF__j_ OaLave

Change _gme Oil 1_

I I u / i i, ,,_, JJ ...........

T_jh_n All Screws _ Nuts

Check Aug_ Clu'c.hCabLe
Adj_nt (See Cable Adius_l )

SCHEDULE

i=,l,i .......

Aftor Belomi Often Every Evew
Rrst 2 Each 10 25 _ch Before

hours Usa Hours Houm Season Storage

SERVICE

DATES

ill

LUBRICATION CHART

.............................. ,...r...,,.;;;, .....

_bfi_te auger shaft.

Coat with aclinging type
grease such as _briplate.

,,,lUll,, l ll'lmill' l l millll'lllll'l'll l UI'I'U'IIIIII::CCC:C::_

........TROUBLE SHOOTING POINTS ..............

, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,I/l/Ull/lUI/ll/l/l/I ' I,I, Illl 'l II' l llll

TROUBLE

Otlflcult=tBllng

Engine r_n_ =talk=

En=tne=IaUi

Engln=PJr.aerr=llc_mlly;
L=_ ofpower

Excessive vtbr=tlon

Unttfall=topropel
ite,e4r

Unit tfatiato
dlzcl_rge =now

CAUSE

Defectivespark#ug

Water or d'_ infuel sys_m

Blo_d _e! lineorlowonfuel

Unitrunningon CHOKE
Water ordirtin fuel system

Carburetorouto! adjustment

Loosepa_.,s;damaged impairer

KlP..,kpins improperly instaJk_d

Dnva bett loose at damaged

incorrect adjustment of traction
drive cable

Worn or damaged tric_n whee!

Auger drive belt loose or damaged

CORRECTION

Replacedafe==tiveplug.
Use ca_oumtorbowldrainto flush and refitlwithfresh

fuel.

Jiu,ii i _ • ,,lllll,i ,lli H,i i .................

fuel(gasoline/oil mixture if 2 cycleengine).

Movechek_ lever to OFF pos_don..

,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,, ,,, ,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,, ,,, ,,,, ,,

J J llJIIIIII

usec=_u,e=_bowldr_ _ _ushan_radii_thfresh

fuel

Adjustca_'buretor

IIIII IIIIIIIILIL IlL i I Ilmlll

Stop engine immediately and disconnectsparkplug wire
Tightenatlbo!_ and makeall necessaryrepairs if vibration
continues,havethe unitservicedbyacompetentml_irman,

Replaced,6vebelL

Adiustt_ction drivec_le,

Rel_a,cef'dct_onwheel

iillllllllllllllllll i i i i iiiiiiiiiii i i i i ill Jli J I I I _iillilliill II I I I i ilililllllllll III L J

Adjustauger drivebelt; repla_ if damaged=

!,baWighl doel nol work

Unit ride= up

Auger controlcable not adtusted

con'ec_y

Shear boltbroken

Discharge chute dogged

Foreignobjectlodged in auger

Loosewimconnection

ButbI_.tmedout

: : IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII I ii ii1_ ii i i ii iiiiii ii ii ii iiii L L I

Weight t_ansferdisengaged

26

Adjustauger controlcable,,

Replace shear boll

Stop engine imme_ately and cfsc_nnect spark plug wire
Ck_an disct_rge chute and i_side of auger housing

Stop engineimmoo_tely and disconnectspaskplugwire,,
Remove objectEarnauger.

Tighten connec_ort,,.

Replaceheadlightbulb.

ii Illlllll Illllll IIII li

Engageweight_ansfer systembylifting upon upperhand)e

un_i bracketbelts snap into p_ce in upperslotsof weight
transferpedaJ

i

NOTES

i i i,iii, iii, i,_11 i i .... ii I'H'I _ _ :

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HANDLE ASSEMBLY REPAIR PARTS

?

9

\

12

1!

\

I

5

21

REF.
NO.

PART NOD

1 318457

2 4049
3 307978

4 307976

5 3535
6 302578
7 1579

8 11234
9 71071

10 71060
11 71037

PART NAME

Handte, Upper
Bumper
Auger Drive Lever, RH
Traction Drive Lever, LH
Nut, Push On Cap, 5/16 In.

Pin, Clutchftandle, Pivot
Cable, Clutch
Screw, Hex. 5/16-18 x 2-3/4 In.

* Ratwasher. 11/32 in..

Lockwasher` Split 5/16 In..

" Nut, Hex. 5/16-18 TI_.

PARTNAME

Slop, Red Plastic, 5t16 In.

Screw. HHC, 5/16-18 x 2 In

Spring, Drive C_utch LH
Boot, Clutch Spdng
Nut, Hex Nyt, 11420 in

Screw, HHC, 5116-18 x 3/4 In.
Spdng, Auger Clutch RH

Hand{e. Lower
Bra_et, Shift
O',vnet's Manua}

CRAFTSMAN 24" SNOW THROWER 536.884821

CHUTE CONTROL ROD REPAIR PARTS

Ret. Ilem . \ ,, . | ,

RE_. ¸ I

PART NO. PART NAME

NO. !

t

10

11

581621

2
3

4

5
6

7

8
9

71072
71082

104

307399

309312

304872

581618

148

308145

7t 045

Crank&WormAssembly

Ratwasher,406 x 81 x .066
Pin,Cotter

Cap, Plastic
HandleGrip,ChuteControlRod

Flatwasher,.39x.70 x .05
Ring,Retainer

Bolt, Eye
Grommet, EyeBott
Boot, Eye Boll, ChuteCrank

Nut, HexJam. 3/8-18 Thd.

DISCHARGE CHUTE REPAIR PARTS

NO.

12 309344 Adapter,Bootto Handle

13 71046 Nut,HexNyl3/8-16 Thd.,

14 1162 Bracket,ChuteControlRH

15 7052 Bracket,ChuteControlLH

16 70993 Boll, Carriage,5/16-18 x3/4 In..
17 71060 Lockwasher,SpFd,5/16 In..

I8 71037 " Nut,Hex,5/16-18 Thd.

; 19 7055 Rod, ChuteControl

i 20 7058 Nut,HexJam, 1!2-20Thdo
i 21 7059 Lockwasher,Split, 112In,

! 22 309059 Bracket,Chute R0tate StOP
* Indicates Standard HardwareItems.

PARTNO. PARTNAME

319044_14008C

2.,t_4 _'__ 8

17

REF. PART NO. PARTNAME

NO.: ................................................................

1 307665
2 308931

3 302634

4 302680
5 71391

8 71037
9 307698

10 305236

11 71067

12 73826
13 308839
14 85480
15 309057

16 71032
17 71058

° Indicates

29

302843

57171

StandardHardwareItems.

Upper ChuteDeflector
Wire,ChuteHinge

Screw,SitMa,5t16-18 x 314ln_
Flatwasher,.312x .73x ..065
Locknut,Hex, 5/I6-18 Thdo
Bolt, Carriage,5/16-18x1-114In.

Knob,Tee
Nut,Hex,5/16-18 Thd,.

LowerChute
Screw,HHC, 1/4-20x 112In.

Ratwasher,.286 x .63x.065
Locknut,Hex, 114-20Thd.

Ring,Lower Chute
Clip,ChuteRetainer
Clip, Chute Retainerw/Stop

Screw,WahMa,#8-32 x 1t2 In.

Locknut,Hex,#8-32

319029-313998 A

CRAFTSMAN 24" SNOW THROWER 536.884821

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2 _ .r23

6

\

16

//14

REF. PART NO.

NO.

1

580296

2

577399
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

10

11
12
13

5O795
53266

71037
318577
318580
302623

71067
71059
71034

318582

318581

PART' NAME

,,,,,,,,,,i,,,,,,,,,,, i ,llJ

Pulley,Traction Drive
Screw, Set, 5/16-18 x 1/2 in,

Key, Hi-Pro 606
Bearing & Retainer Assembly

" Nut, 5116-18 "Thd°

Housing, AugerAssembly
Blade, Scraper, 22 In.
Bolt, Carriage, 114-20 x 5/8 Ino

" Flatwasher, 9/32 x 5/8 in.

Lockwasher, Split, 1/4 tn.

" Nut, Hex, 1/4-20Thdo

Auger, Assembly, RH

Auger, Assembly, LH

!.A ,01

RE]. PART NAME

NO.
14

15
16
17
18

19
2O
21
22
23

24
25
26

9524

73826

301375
302627

302626
306224

3O6225
307983

70993
71071
71060
70983

3943

Screw, HHC, 1/4-20 x i-3/4 In.

* L.o_._nut,1/4-20Thd.

Beating, Flange

Nut,Wd R, 5116-18Thd.

Screw, Wa,5116,18x 3/4 In.

Plate,AugerSideLH.
Plate,AugerSide RH.

Skid, HeightAdjust

Bolt, Carriage,5t16-18x 314In.

" Ratwasher,11/32 in

Look'washer,Spilt,5t16 in.
Screw,5f16-18x5t8In.
Spacer,Sleeve,.250 x.47x 20

21

23

"Indicates Standard Hardware ltems_

30

3 ',8999,313997C

v_,_.rtJq,r- j ;='_I'_F_,I_ ,_q. Oll_lrjvy i rtrtt=/vvlc;rt ;_,lu,oo_o,_. g

BELT COVER REPAIR PARTS

REF.

NO. PART NO. PART NAME

1 580773 Cover,Belt

2 70978 Screw, WaTap, 1/4-20xl/2 Ino

Ref.It_rnHOo

3 71067 * Flatwasher,518Ino

* IndicatesStandardHardwarettems_

,,,uu,,, ..............

31B778_31i4018 A

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FRAME COMPONENTS REPAIR PARTS

14

4

15

27 1

REF.

NO.

1
2

6

7
8

9

10

11

12

13
14

15

16

17

PART NO.

580928

71393
71100
70984

318453

70978
73801

71074
53703

580889

579874

73817

579856

71006
71072

50793

590

PART NAME

Frame
Screw, HHC, 5116_24 x 1 In.,

Locknul, HexWdFI, 5!16-24 Thd
Screw.WaTap, 5/16-t8 x 3/4 In_

Panel, Bottom

Screw, WaTap, 1/4-20 x 1/2 In.

Pin, Spring
Ftatwasher, .53 x 1.06 x .095

Bearing, Flange

Shaft Auger Clutch Assy.

Lever, Auger Clutch
Nut, Push On

Cable, Clutch
Screw, HHC, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 in..

Ratwasher
Pulley, Idler

Locknut, Jam, 3/8-16 Thd,.

-5

REFo
NOo PART NO.

18 579860

19 71360
20 71067
21 71035
22 580944

23 302623

24 580946
25 581540

26 318468
27 579872

28 70985
29 73795
30 579865
31 71038
32 53704
33 1502

34 120393

17

32

/15

14

22

PART NAME

Spool, Cable Auger C_utch

Screw, HHC, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 In

" Flatwasher, .286 x .63 x 065

Nut, Hex Nyl, 1/4-20 Thd.
Cam, Brake Arm

Bolt, Carriage, 1t4-20 x 5/8 In.
Rod, Brake Arm
Pad, Brake

Spring, Tension
Lever, Idler Arm Traction

Screw, HHC, 5/16-18 x 3/'4 In.

Flat'washer, ,328 X 1 38 x ..075

Bushing, Idler Lever
Nut, Hex Nyl, 5/16-18 Thd_
Spdng, Idler Traction Drive

* Locknut, Hex, 1/4-20 Thd,.

Flatwasher, .344 x _69x .,065

' indicates Standard Hardware items..

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REF.

NO.

1

2
3
4
5
6

7
8

9

10

111

12 _
13

14

PART NO. PARTNAME

318551

Engine,Craftsman,ModelNo

HSS0*67326K(See Engine

Repair Paris list)

302636

71060

579857
578733
579855
579854
579932
579861

53715

581264

50677
71063
71015

Screw,HHC, 51t6-18x1.114Inn
Loci(washer,Split,5116x.58x.08

Bracket,BeltGuide
Screw,HHC, 5/16-24x5/8 In.

Washer,Crankshaft
PulleyHalf
Belt, TractionDdve
Ratwasher,o752xr91x.02
Pulley,Engine
Belt,AugerDrive

Ftatwasher,375x1.25x 104

Lock_asher, Split,381D
Screw, HHC, 318-24xl In

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DRIVE COMPONENTS REPAIR PARTS

2

12

I

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NO.

1

2
3

4
5
6

7
8

9

t0

11
12

13

14

t5

PART NO

579941

53703

71079

53818

579937

11871

71059

71034

579877
580959

85501
73812
73811

580969

49562

PART NAME . .!

Lever Assembly, Traction Clutch !
Bearing, Flange

Pin, Cotter

Spring, Return

Lever, Spring Traction Clutch

Screw, HHC. 1./4-20 x 5_8 In

Lockwasher, Split, ,26 x ,50 x ,,06
NLrt,Hex, !/4-20 Tnd,.

Disc, Friction Wheel, "7"

Shaft, Hex Traction
Bearing Assembly, Trunion

Ratwasher, .50 x I _00x .06
Ring, Retainer

Flatwasher, .680 x 1.12 x ,.06
Bearing, Rolter

r i

!

16
_7

;8

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

28

27

28

29

PART NO.J

,1

580961
580965

580970 j

578962

579052 *

70982
71060

579858

579897
579867

581773

53830

579B93

1413

{

PARTNAME

Key, Square
Pulley, Auger Drive
Wave Washer

Ftatwasher, ,281x 1 00 x ,063
Screw. HHC, 1)4-20 × 5/8 In.

Bearing & Retainer Assembty
Screw, WaTap, 5/16-18 x i/2 In

Lockwasher, Split..31 x 58 x ,,08
Washer, Special

Shaft Hex & Sprocket AssembJ),,

Chain, Roller #42
Hub, Friction Wheel

Wheel, Friction Disc

Sprocket, 8 Tooth, Assembly

IndicatesStandard Hardware Items.

!

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34

318791-313995C

CRAFTSMAN 24" SNOW THROWER 536.884821

TRACK ASSEMBLY REPAIR PARTS

19

18

REF. PART NO. PART NAME

NO.

1 58O658

2 6o0!

3 71037
4 71060
5 71072
6 318455

7 318456

8 70978
9 51447

10 318454

11 45171

12 302613
13 580906
14 302847
15 580047
16 322424
i7 239
18 580903

Pedal,WeightTransfer
Bolt,Shoulder,5116-18Thdo
Nut, Hex, 5/16_18Thd.
Lockwasher,Split,.31 x .58x ..08

Flatwasher,.406x o81x .066
Bracket, WeightTransfer LoHo

Bracket, WeightTransfer RoH_
Screw,WahTap,1/4-20x 1/2In,

Spring, DriveIdler
Plate, TrackDrive

Lockrut,WhizWdFI, 3/8-16Thd_

Ratwasher,.656x 1,,31x °095

V,[neel

Pin,Cotter

Track,4" WDx 15 Pitch

Pin,Ktick
Ring,Retaining

Sprocket,Track DriveCompact

/

lO

PART NO.

NO.

19

20

21

22

23
24

25

26
27
28
29

30

31
32
33
34

indicates Standard Hardware Items. 31_3o-313_9A,

70974

316863

46931

7t 034

580634

580764

73839

53836

579868

71035
581119
581170

580877
302618

71067

580654

PARTNAME

Screw,HHC, 1/4-20x 3f4 In.
Bearing,Track

Lockn_Jt,Wd Fi,1/4-20Thd.
Nut,Hex, 1/4-20 Thd_
Bracket,TrackTensioner

Spacer,Plastic.755xl.20xA10
Screw,HHC, 1/4-20x 2-1/4 In..

Bearing,Flange

Chain, Roller
Nut,Hex Nyl t/4-20 Thd.

Shaft,Axle TracldComp20"
Sprocket,Hub

Shaft,Idler4" Track
Screw,HHC, 1/4-20x 3 In,
Flalwasher, ,286x .63 x ..065
Shaft, Foot Pedal, 4"Track

35

CRAFTSMAN 24" SNOW THROWER 536.884821

GEAR BOX REPAIR PARTS

16

9

16

12

RERI
NO.

II
21
31
41
51

61
71
81

91

101

PARTNOr

_J

51278
51277

302628
302635

303008
302630

24274
5O304
48275

581389

PART NAME

Case,Gear Box RHo
Case,Gear BoxL.H.
Screw,HHC, 1t4-20x3/4 in.
Locknut,Wd Fi,5/16-24 Thd.

Nut,Hex Keps,1/4-20 Thd_
Screw,WaTap, 3/8-16x112In.

Seal, Oil
Bearing,Range
Ratwasher,.752x1,24x 09
Shaft,Auger,24 In.

REF.

NO.

11

12
13
14

15

16
17
18
19

PART NO. PART NAME

51279

51405

431787

50221

580294
580295

454565

50684

307969

Gasket, Gear Case

Gear, Worm
Key, Woodruff #61

Bearing, Range

Shaft, Worm Impeller
Collar, Thrust

Pin, Spring

Bearing, Roll
Impeller Assembly

319027-313996 A

36

CRAFTSMAN 24" SNOW THROWER 536.884821

DECALS

AUGER 1

HOUSING

9

REAR viEw

_ ipA-'_T.o.

NO.

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

10

302487

70141

70142
302922
3O8766
318509
308768

3902

3903

319033

7

6

\

\

PART' NAME

Decal.9"impefler
Decal,DangerAuger
Decal,DangerChute
Decal,Dangertr_'lnJctJon

Decal,Craftsman
Decal,5124AugerHousing

Decal,DangerStripe Chute
Decal,TractionDriveEngage
Decal,AugerDriveEngage

Decal,Gear Selector

37

314005 A

CRAFTSMAN 24" SNOW THROWER 536.884821

SHIFT YOKE REPAIR PARTS

/

7

REF_
NO, PART NO.

1 318463
2 302638
3 73826 "
4 318486

5 304438

6 318460

7 579944

8 318461

9 71111

PARTNAME

Rod,Shift
Screw,WdFI,1/4-20x5/8In_
Locknut,Hex, 1/4-20Thd.
Nut,HexJam,112_13Thd.
Knob,Shift,112-13Thd.
Plate, ShiftLever
Bearing,Range

ShiftYokeAssembly
Locknut,Hex,3/8-16 Thd.

"IndicatesStandardHardwareitems.,

CARBURETOR NO, 632107A

P_

N_

No. Pa_ Name

1

631615 Throt'Je Shaft E_Lever As:sy,:...........

2

631767 Throttle Return Spring

6

631036 Throttle Shutter

?

650506 Throt_ _ Choke Shutter Screw

10

632108 Choke Shaft _ Lever As_,_i,.

14

631815 Choke Shutter

15

630735 Choke Portioning Spring

16

631807 Fuel F'_-ting

17

650417 Idle Speed Screw

lB

630766 Tension Spring

*631838 idle Mbrtum Screw

630756 Idle Tendon St_ri_g
630739 Washer. Idle Screw

*630740 O Ring, idle Screw

6319=31 Roar Bowl Assy,, find. Nos. 32 B 33)

*6316124 Shaft, Roar

6320_9 : Roar

29

'63102B O Ring, Roar Bowl to Body
"631021 infer NeedJe. Seat B. Clp {Ind. NOr 311

31

631O22 Spr_ng Clp

27t36A Bowl Drain Assy. (Incl. No, 33)
2"F354 Drain Plunger Gasket

4O

"31839 Ma_n Ad]. Scow Assy #ind, Nos. 41.

41

°630740 O Ring, H_gh Speed Mixture Screw

42

6307"39 Washer, High Speed Mixture Screw

43

630"T_ Tension Spring, High Speed Mixture
*27110 Bow4 Nut Wa_rter

47

"630748 Welch Plug, Idle Mixture Well

48

"631027 Welch Rug, Atrnosoheric Vent

_ 60

42 _43)

Screw

31840 Repair Kit (incl. Parts Marked with "1

REWIND STARTER NO. 590646

\

12

13

Ref.

P_ I

No Name

Noo

590646 f Starter, Rewind

1

5905_A| PiA, Spring (Ind. No_ 4)

2

E90600 !Wa_er

3

590615 i Retainer
590601 I Washer

4
5

590598 I Spring, Brake

6

590616 tDog, Starter

7

590617 ]Spdng, Dog

8

590645 J Pulley

9

590619 I Spring, Rewind

10
11

590647 (Housing Assy., Starter

12
13

5.90574 JHandle, Mitten Grip (Not included

JCover, Spring

] Rope, Starter (Length 98" Et 9/64"

o'ia.)

with starter)

39

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE

= IIqII1' Ilql J

MODEL: HSS0- 67326K

IIIIII II III1'111111

131

173

!

!

t

i

4O

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE

ReL ................ "......

70
72

75
80
81
82
83

84

86

89
9O

92
93
98

100

101
102

103

110

119
t2o
125

No.

14

t5

16
17

18
t9

20
25

25A
258

26
3O

40

4O
40

41
4t

41

42
42

42
43

45
46

48
49

50
60
61

62
63
64

64A

65

69

I
2
4
5

No.

33674B

26727

30968

30369

28277

31334

31510
31335

650548

31426

326OO

133342

1650139

13O322

650561

34740
34535

345_
34537

33562B
335636

335646

33.%'7

33568
33589
20381
32875

32610A
27241
32854
33158
29745
34126

650760

28545

3OO63

8345

650128

"276"]7A

34674A
27642
27897
3O574

30590A
30591
30588A
29193

650488

610961
611081
65O815

65O883

3O2O0

34443A

610118

650872
650814

35557

"33554A

33016A

29313C

Part Name

Cylinder Assy. (IncL Nee. 2, 20, 72)
Pin, Dowel
Nipple, Pipe
Cap, Off drain
Washer, Flat
Rod, Governor

Lever, Governor

Clamp, Governor lever
Screw, Hex washer hd.,, 8,32 x 5!16

Spring, Extension
Seat, Oil

Raffle, Blower housing
Screw, RI,. hd. Seres, 8-32 x 1/2
Locknut, Hex "'Keps', 8-32
Screw, Hex washer hd. Dudok, 114.20

x 5/8

Crankshaft As_,_

Piston, Pin 8. Ring Assy_ (Std°) (incL
Nee. 41, 42 8. 43)
Piston, Pin 8. Ring Assyo (.010 over-

size) (lncL Nos, 41, 42 _ 43)

Piston, Pin 8. Ring Assy_ (.020 over-

size) (lncl. Nose41, 42. _ 43)

Piston 8. PinAssy. (Std.) (IncL No,, 43)

Piston _ Pin A._f, (.010 oversize)
(IncL No, 43)

Piston 8. Pin Assy. (_020 oversize)
(incl. No. 43)

Ring Set, Piston (StdJ
Ring Set. Piston (.O10 oversize)
Ring Set, Piston (_020oversize)

Ring, Piston pin retaining
Rod Ass'y. Connecting (IncL Nos., 46

8.49)

Bolt, Connec_ng rod

Lifter, Valve
Dipper, Oi!

Camshaft (Compression Release!
Extension, Biower housing
Bracket, Grommet mounting

Screw, Pan hd. taptite, 8-32 x 3/8

Grommet, Ptasdc

Screw, Tort %30 Hex washer hdo
Sems, 1/4-20 x 1/2
Washer, Rat
Screw, Hex hd Serns, t0-24 x I/2

Gasket, Cylinder cover
Cover, Cytinder (tncL Nos. 75 t_ 80)
Plug, Pine. 1/4.18

Seat, Oil

Shaft, Mechanical governor

Washer, Flat
Gear, Governor 0ncL No_ 81)
Spool, Governor

Ring, Retaining
Screw, Hex hd_Seres, 1/4.20 x t-1/4
Key, Rywheet
Rywheet (w/_ing gsari

W_her, Relleville

Nut,P_/w_

Screw, Hex wesher hd° serf-tap Seres,
10-24 x 9!16

,Solid State Assyo
Cover, Spark plug
:Stud, Sotid state mounting

Screw, Torx %15 hex washer hd_
Seres, 10=24x i

Ground Wire
Gasket, Cylinder head
Head, Cytinder {tncL No. 131)

Valve, Exhaust {StdJ (incl. No. 151)

ReL Part

No. No.

125

126

126

127

129

130 6021A

131 650694A

135 353_S

i50 31672
151 31673

169 "27234A
170 27666

171 .! 31410
172 34146

173 35350

174 65O128
178 297=32
18t i 6201

lS2 r_o

183 34583

29315C

32644A
32645A

65O691
650818

184 *26756

185 33691

186 i

20O i 33868A

203 i 3_342

204 ; 650549
206 ; 610973
215 35440
219 34582

220 : 35438

223 ; 656664
224 "33673A

260 _ 35656
251 i 29212

267 34212
268 30200

272 650735
273 33333

274 i "33670A
275 ; 33671A
277 : 650327

287 " _

290 _ 30705

292 I 26460

307 : 35499

310 35556
313 34O80

327 35392

329 610973

330 35285

288_o

i

MODEL: HS50- 673261_

Part Name

t Valve, Exhaust 11132" oversize} (Inci,,

I o. 1511

Valve, Intake (Std.) !!ncL No,. 151)

| Valve, intake (1/32 oversizet (lncL
] No, 161)

| Washer, Fiat
| Screw, Special hex hd., 5t1_18 x

| 1-1/2
| Screw, Hex fiangehd., 5/16.18x 1-1/2

| Screw, Hex flange hd., 5/16-18 x 2
| Prug. Spark {RJ-t9LM or equivalent)

| Spring, Valve
| Cap, Valve spring

Gasket, Breather

| Body, Valve cover

Bement, Breather

/ Cover, Breather

Tube, Breather
Screw, Hex hdoSeres, 10-24 x 112

Nut _ Lockwasher, 1/4-23
Screw, Hex hd. 1/4,28 x 7/8
Screw, Hex hd. 1/4.28 x %11/16
Bracket, Choke
Gasket, Carburetor
Pipe, Intake

Unk, Governor to throttle
Cent]tel As_., Bracket (Incl. Nos.

25A, 258, 203, 204 6"206)

Spring, Compression
Screw, FiL hd., 540 x 7/16
Terminal Assyo
Knob, Speed control
Rod, Choke
Knob, Choke control

Screw, Fil, hd_Seres, 10-32 x I12
Screw, FiL hd. Seres, 1/4.20x 1-19/'32

Gasket, Intake to cylinder
Housing, Blower

Screw, Hex hd. Seres, 1/4.28 x 7/16
Bracket, Hoid down

Screw, Hex washer hd, self-too Seres,

t0-24 x 9/16
Screw, Hex hd_ Seres, top,ire, 10.24 x

3/8
Bracket. Carburetor cover

Gasket. Exhaust
Muffler (Incl. No, 274)
Screw, FiL hd,,, t/4.20x 2-t 2

Cup, Starter
Screw, Hex washer hd. 8-32 x 1/2
Line, Fuel
Cramp, Fuel line

Screw, Hex washer hd. thread cutting,
1/4-15 x 7/8

Tank Assy. Fuel (tncL Nose 2928- 301)

CaP As.w,,, Fuel
"0" Ring
Clip, Oil flit

Oipe_c_

Spacer, RywPmel key
Plug. Start{'

Terminat A_ ,_,
Wire, Grout d

*Indical _ Parts Included in

Gaske! Set, Ref. No. 400,

41

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE

Part

No. PartName

335

338
340

341
342

342A
350

35t
345
352

353
355
380

3,9O
395B

4OO
420

35O72
28371B

34182

65_05
65O675

57O682

321_0C
33344
35883

650884
590574
632107A

59O646

33683B

73O226

Cover, Carburetor
Screw, Pan hd. Seres, 8-32 x 5116
Plate, Fuel tank mounting

Bracket, Fuel tank
Screw, Hex hd, w/bellevilie washer,
1/4_20 x tl/16

Washer, Rat
Primer Assy_
Line, Primer
B_ffia, Heat
Extension, Baffle

Screw, Hex washer hd_, 8.32 x 1/2
Hand]e, Starter
Carburetor (Incl, No. 1841

Starter, Rewind
Electric Starter Kh 33290C (Optional)

Sold as accessory
GBsket Set ()ncL i_ems marked')

Oil, 4*Cyc|e SAE 5W30 {quart)

MODEL: HSS0 - 67326K

PartName

•indicatesPartsIncludedin

GasketSet, Ref. No. 400,

tin original production the speed con-

tro) assembly is dveted to the blower

housing baffle. Replacement speed
control assembly includes screws and

nuts for mounting, Replacement baffle

has threaded holes_

42

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"OTES.........................._]

+ .... +L:++L _L+: :,_ LH'I"""I'+III "'1' ' '1 I" I" I

43

OWNER'S

CRAFTSMAN,+

5 HORSEPOWER
24" DUAL STAGE

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

536.884821

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

TRAC-PLUS
OPTIONAL ELECTRIC
START
SNOW THROWER

Each SNOW THROWER has its own MODEL
NUMBER found on the motor mount frame.

Each ENGINE has its own MODEL NUMBER

found on the BLOWER HOUSING++

Always mention these MODEL NUMBERS when

requesting service or Repair Parts for your SNOW
THROWER+

All parts listed herein may be ordered through
any Sears Service Center/Department and most

Sears Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS

GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

* PRODUCT= =SNOWTHROWER"

* MODEL NUMBER - 536.884821
* ENGINE MODEL NUMBER HSS0- 67326K

"PART NUMBER
"PART DESCRIPTION

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considerthatSearshas serviceunitsnationwidestaffed

withSearstrainedtechnicians++,Prolessionaltechnicians
specificallytrainedonSears Products,havingthe parts,

toolsandequipmenttoinsurethat we meetourpledge
toyou+++weservicewhatwe sell,"

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684

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