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Owner's Manual

CRRFTSHRN

8.5 Horse Power

26" Two-Stage Track Drive

Snow Thrower

CAUTION: Before using this product,

read this manual and follow all Safety

Rules and Operating Instructions.

Sears, Roebuck And Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.

Printed in U.S.A. 770-0373A

Content Page Content Page

Warranty Information 2 Maintenance 17

Safe Operation Practices 3 Service & Adjustment 20

Accessories 5Off-Season Storage 24

Assembly 7 Trouble-Shooting 25

Operation 12 Repair Parts 26

Two -Year Warranty on Craftsman Snow Thrower

For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Snow Thrower is maintained, lubricated and tuned

up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material

and workmanship.

If this Craftsman snow thrower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 30 days

from the date of purchase.

This warranty does not cover:

Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as skid shoes, shave plate and spark

plugs.

Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to

maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETU RNING THE CRAFTSMAN SNOWTH ROWER TO THE NEAREST

SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT INTHE UNITED STATES.

This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

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

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

Horsepower: 8.5

Engine Oil SAE 5W30 oil

Fuel Capacity: 1 gallon

'Spark Plug: RJ-19LM

Engine: 143.988501

Model Number 247.885500

Serial Number ...........................................................

Date of Purchase ......................................................

Record both serial number and date of purchase

and keep in a safe place for future reference.

This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the

personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual

before attempting to operate your snow thrower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in

personal injury. When you see this symbol--heed its warning.

Your snow thrower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation inthis manual. As

_ll= DANGER: with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious

injury. If you violate any of these rules, you may cause serious injury to yourself or others.

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved

forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a

spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be

maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the State of California the above is required by taw (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources

Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the

muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center (See the REPAIR PARTS section

of this manual.)

TRAINING

• Read this owner's guide carefully in its entirety before

attempting to assemble or operate this machine. Be

completely familiar with the controls and the proper

use of this machine before operating it. Keep this

manual in a safe place for future and regular

reference and for ordering replacement parts.

•Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a

snow thrower. Chitdren 14 years old and over should

only operate a snow thrower under close parental

supervision. Only persons well acquainted with these

rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your

snow thrower.

•No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or

while taking medication that impairs the senses or

reactions.

°Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,

especially small children and pets.

•Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially

when operating in reverse.

Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is

to be used and remove all door mats, sleds, boards,

wires and other foreign objects.

Do not operate equipment without wearing adequate

outer garments for winter. Do not wear jewelry, long

scarfs or other loose clothing which could become

entangled in moving parts. Wear footwear which will

improve footing on slippery surfaces.

Before working with gasoline, extinguish all cigarettes

and other sources of ignition. Check the fuel before

starting the engine. Gasoline is an extremely

flammable fuel. Do not fill the gasoline tank indoors,

while the engine is running, or until engine has been

allowed to cool at least two minutes. Replace gasoline

cap securely and wipe off any spilled gasoline before

starting the engine as it may cause a fire or explosion.

•Use a grounded three wire plug-in for all units with

electric drive motors or electric starting motors.

•Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or

crushed rock surface.

° Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine

is running (except where specifically recommended

by manufacturer).

• Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor

temperature before starting to clear snow.

•Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during

operation or while performing an adjustment or repair,

to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be

thrown from the machine in any direction.

OPERATION

Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

Keep clear of discharge opening and auger at all

times.

Exercise extreme caution when operating on or

crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for

hidden hazards or traffic.

Do not carry passengers.

After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove

wire from the spark plug and thoroughly inspect the

snow thrower for any damage. Repair the damage

before restarting and operating the snow thrower.

If the snow thrower starts to vibrate abnormally, stop

the engine and check immediately for the cause.

Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating

position, before unclogging the collectodimpeller

housing or discharge guide and before making any

repairs, adjustments, or inspections. Never place your

hand in the discharge or collector openings. Use a

stick or wooden broom handle to unclog the

discharge opening.

Take all possible precautions when leaving the unit

unattended. Disengage the collector/impeller, stop

the engine and remove the key.

When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make

certain coilectodimpeller and all moving parts have

stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep away

from ptug to prevent accidental starting.

Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting it

and!or transporting the snow thrower in or out of

building. Open doors before starting the engine in that

case. Exhaust fumes are dangerous.

Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise

extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.

Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.

Never operate the snow thrower without guards,

plates or other safety protection devices in place.

Never operate the snow thrower near glass

enclosure, automobiles, window wells, drop off, etc.,

without proper adjustments of snow thrower

discharge angle. Keep children and pets away.

Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to

clear snow at too fast a rate. Never operate the

machine at high transport speeds on slippery

surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.

Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone

in front of unit while throwing snow.

Disengage power to collector/impeller of the snow

thrower when transporting it orwhen the unit is not in use.

Use only attachments and accessories (such as

wheel weights, counter weights, cabs, etc.) approved

by the snow thrower manufacturer.

•Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility

or light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm

hold on the handles. Walk, never run.

• Muffler and engine become hot and can cause severe

burn injury. Do not touch the muffler orthe engine

while starting or operating the snow thrower.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

• Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, etc., at

frequent intervals for proper tightness, thus ensuring

that the equipment is in safe working condition.

• Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank

inside a building where ignition sources are present,

such as hot water heaters, space heaters, clothes

dryers and the like. Allow engine to cool before storing

in any enclosure.

•Always refer to owner's guide instructions for

important details if the snow thrower is to be stored for

an extended period.

°Run machine a few minutes after throwing snow to

prevent freeze-up of the collector/impeller.

• Check clutch controls periodically to verify that these

engage and disengage properly and readjust if

necessary. Refer to Service and Adjustments section

page 20 of this owner's guide.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who

read, understand and follow the warnings and

instructions in this manual and on the machine.

Following are representations of some of the safety labels on your Craftsman snowthrower. Please follow the

instruction on these labels and maintain safety while using or servicing the equipment.

AWARNING ,A.DANGER

DANGER

These accessories were available when the snow thrower was purchased. They are also

available at most Sears retail outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can

order repair parts for you when you provide the model number of your snow thrower.

Belt

II I II ..wl

Gasoline Can

Scraper Bar

Four Cycle Oil Spark Plug

Lay the hardware pieces from the hardware pack on the figure here and you will have automatically sorted these

according to the steps of the assembly procedure described later. (Only one unit of each hardware has been shown per group.

The number in parenthesis indicates the total number of the hardware needed in that group.)

A LookWasher(4) E

Hex Bolt (2)

__ ",,,

)--- _Handle

Tab 121

_._ 5/16-18 x 1.75 //

Hex Bolt (2)

5/16-18 x .75

gCupped Washer (4)

Hex Nut (4)

k_J 5!16-18 x 1.50 Carriage Bolt (4)

CHex Bolt (2)

1/4-20 x .75 (J.O_ "-nged

1/4-20 Nut io_

g, Hairpin Clip (2)

I ........ '_"x

Ferrule

Fiat Washer (2) O

Replacement Part ,,;_,

Flanged

HexBolt (6) Z_/Nut (6)

F- \ _

_ -

1/4-20 x .75 114-20

Chute Flange Keeper (3)

-- Hex Bolt (1) Hex (1)

_",,, _

5/16-18 x 1.5

Lock Washer (1) 5/16-18

GHairpin Clip (1) Flat

3/8

H __

0_"'"'"""'!"'"'""'"'"'""'"'_/:L:_

,u,o<yi /

•/I [ "_ CableTie (2)

I_l [:-_-.----- Shear Bolt (2)

5/16-18 x 1,5

-_-- Lock Nut (2)

5/16-18

Chute

Traction Drive

Control Handle

Panel

Handles

Rear

Front

Crank _Shift

Rod

Figure I

IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped with engine oil, but

without gasoline, in the engine. After assembly, see

OPERATION section of this manual for fuel selection

and fill-up.

NOTE: To determine right and left hand sides of your

snow thrower, stand behind the unit with the engine

farthest away from you. See Figure 1 inset.

Your snow thrower has been completely assembled

at the factory, except the handle and the handle

panel, the discharge chute assembly, the chute crank

assembly and the shift rod. These parts are shipped

loose in the carton.

Removing From ca on

d. Chute Crank Assembly

e. Shift Rod

f. Hardware Pack

AssernblyTips: For easier assembly purposes,

remove the chute from the carton and lay it on top of

the engine. Do not unwrap the chute till you have

installed the handle panel and the clutch cables.

Tools Required

1. 1/2", 7/16", 3/8" wrenches ora set of adjustable

wrenches

2. Set of standard head screw drivers

3. Set of philips head screw drivers

4. Funnel

Cut the corners of the carton and lay the sides

fiat on the ground. Remove all packing inserts.

Remove all loose parts. For a complete list of

the loose parts, refer to the following section.

Move the snow thrower out of the carton.

Make certain all parts and literature have been

removed before discarding the carton.

Loose Parts

(See Figure 1.)

a. Handle Panel and Chute Assembly

b. Right Hand Handle

c. Left Hand Handle

WARNING: Make certain the spark plug

wire is disconnected and moved away from

the spark plug before assembling the snow

thrower.

Attaching Handle Assembly

Stretch out control cables and place on the floor.

Place the right handle in position with the flat

side against the snow thrower. "Youcan identify

the right handle by the traction drive control label

on it and the left handle by the auger clutch

control label on it.

Secure bottom hole in the handle to the snow

thrower using 5/16 x3/4" hex bolt and lock

washer from the hardware pack (group A on

page 6). Do not tighten at this time. See Figure 2.

LockWasher&

Hex Bolt (I-3/4")

Right Handle

Handle ;k Washer &

Tab Hex Bolt (5/8")

Figure 2

Place a handle tab, included in the hardware

pack (group A on Page 6), over the upper hole in

handle so that the contour of the handle tab

matches that of the handle. See Figure 2.

Secure handle tab to the snow thrower using

hex bolt (5/I6 x 1-3/4" long) and lock washer

from the same group in the hardware pack. Do

not tighten at this time.

Attach the left handle in the same manner. Do

not tighten at this time.

Place the handle panel in position between the

handles so the ends of the curved part of the

handles go through the slots in the handle panel.

Align the holes in the handle with the holes on

the two sides of the handle panel. See Figure 3.

the contour of the carriage bolt head with the

handle.

Attach each side of rear of handle panel with one

1/4-20 hex bolt and flange nut from the hardware

pack (group C on page 6). See Figure 3. Do not

tighten at this time.

Tighten all loose hardware on the handle

assembly in the following order -- first the hex

bolts at the bottom of the handle, then the

carriage bolts and lastly the hex bolts on the rear

of the handle panel.

Attaching Clutch Cables

The Z ends of the clutch cables are hooked into the

clutch grips on each handle.

• Locate two .375" wide hex jam nuts which were

placed on the Z ends for shipping purposes.

Thread these nuts all the "wayup the threaded

portion of the Zends of the clutch cables. See

Figure 4.

•Place the clutch grip in the raised (up) position.

• Thread the cable onto the threaded portion of

the Zfitting untilthere is no slack in the cable,

but the cable is NOT tight. See Figure 4. Do not

overtighten cable.

- When correct adjustment is reached, tighten the

hex nut against the bottom portion of the cable to

lock it in position. Use pliers and 3/8" wrench to

lock the hex nut.

•Tighten traction drive control cable in the same

manner.

Clutch

Gri

Handle Panel

Carriage Bolt,

CuppedWashel

and Hex Nut

Figure 3

Attach the handle panel to the handle with two

carriage bolts, cupped washers (cupped side

against the handle panel) and hex nuts on each

side. See Figure 3. You will find these fasteners

in the hardware pack (group B on page 6). Align

Hex

Thread

nut here

Cable is straight

but not tight

Lever

Z Fitting Shift \

Rod Ferrule

(Viewed from under the handle panel)

Figure 4

WARNING: If there is tension on the cable

when the clutch grip is released, the safety

features of the snow thrower may be

overridden.

Attaching Shift Rod

Place the shift lever in the sixth (6) speed

position.

Place the bent end of the shift rod into the hole in

the shift arm assembly. See Figure 5. Secure with

5/16 flat washer and hairpin clip from the hardware

pack (group D on page 6).

Start threading the ferrule (included in the same

group in the hardware pack) onto the other end

of the shift rod. It has to line up with the upper

hole in the shift lever (beneath the handle

panel). Whi_e aligning the ferrule, push down on

the shift rod and the shift arm assembly as far as

it will go.

Once the ferrule slides into the hole, turn it

counter-clockwise one more full turn and insert it

in the hole in the shift lever.

Shift Chute Distance

Traction Lever Control

Drive Auger

Clutch ,ntrol

Upper

Hole in Flat

Shift Washer

Lever

Spring

Washer Rod

Clip

Clip Fiat

Washer

Shift Arm

Assembly

Figure 5

NOTE: It may be necessary to pull the shift lever out

of the sixth speed positio_tand move it towards the

fifth speed position until the ferrule slides into the hole

without force.

Secure the ferrule to the shift lever with another

5/16 flat washer and hairpin clip from group D of

the hardware pack. See Figure 5.

Make certain to check for correct adjustment of

the shift rod as instructed in the Adjustment

section before operating the snow thrower.

Attaching Chute

• Place the chute assembly over the ch ute

opening with the latter facing the front of the unit.

NOTE: Make sure that the chute cables are

straightened while assembling the chute. 9

Place the chute flange keeper (flat side down)

beneath lip of chute assembly as shown in

Figure 6.You will find the chute flange keepers in

group E of the hardware pack.

Insert !/4-20 hex bolt from group E of the

hardware pack (on page 6) up through chute

flange keeper and chute assembly as shown in

Figure 6. Do not tighten at this time. Rotate

chute to install all the flange keepers.

\Chute

Hex

Flange

Nut

Chute

Flange

Keeper

Bolt

Figure 6

After assembling all three chute flange keepers,

tighten, then back off 1/4 turn to allow easier

movement of the chute. Use (2) 7/16" wrenches.

Attaching Chute Crank

Insert 5116 x 1.5" hex bolt (from group F of the

hardware pack on page 6) through the upper

chute crank bracket. This bracket is already

assembled on the chute crank, See Figure 7 for

the position of the chute crank on the snow

thrower.

Lock Washer,

Hex Bolt Hex Nut

U!per Chute /

Crank Bracket .1t

Figure 7

Place the hex bolt into the hole provided in the

left handle. Fasten with lock washer and 5/16

hex nut from the same group of the hardware

pack. Do not tighten until after attaching the

other end of the chute crank.

You may have to loosen the carriage boits and

hex lock nuts which secure the lower chute

crank bracket to the extension on the left side of

the chute assembly. See Figure 8.

Lower

Crank

Figure 8

Place one 3/8 ID flat washer (from group G of

the hardware pack) on the end of the chute

crank, then insert the end of the crank into the

eye hote in the plastic bushing in the chute crank

bracket. See Figure 9.

Place the other 3/8 ID flat washer (from the

same group of hardware) on the end of the

chute crank and insert hairpin clip into eye hole

at the end of the chute crank. See Figure 9.

Adjust the chute bracket so that the spiral on the

chute crank fully engages the teeth on the chute

assembly. Tighten the nuts on the lower chute

crank bracket securely.

Cotter Pin FlatWasher

Chute Crank

Flat Washer

Lower Chute

Plastic Bushing

._igure 9

Using a wrench, tighten the hex bolt and the hex

nut on the upper chute crank bracket.

Fully rotate the chute, using the chute crank, to

make sure that it moves freely.

Slip the cables that run from the handle panel to

the chute into the cable guide located on top of

the engine. See Figure 10.

Cable Guide

Figure 10 10

Attaching Turn Triggers

Check and make sure that the right hand trigger

cable is routed in front of the traction drive cable.

Feed the trigger cable up through the outer side of

the slot inthe handle panel. Do notfeed the cable

through the same side of the slot as the Z f'rtting.

Place the cable barrel fitting into the hole in the

trigger. You can find the triggers and associated

hardware in group H of the hardware pack (on

page 6). Pull on the cable and rotate it around the

bottom of the trigger, with the inner cable inthe

slot, until the cable end can be pushed into the

trigger housing and snapped tight. See Figure 11.

Trigger

Assembly {

Inner Cable _/_

Cal

Barrel

Fitting

___'_ I THriggsenrg

Cable snapsinat

this end

Figure 11

Note: When the cable is installed correctly, you should

not be able to pull the cable out of the trigger housing.

Place the right turn trigger in position

underneath the right handle. Secure with screw

and weld nut from group H of the hardware pack.

See Figure 12. You will need a phillips

screwdriver for tightening the screw.

Secure with screw

Weld Nut

Slot

"rMrn

Trigger

Cable

Figure 12

Secure the right turn trigger cable to the right

lower handle, using cable tie provided in the

hardwarepack.Makesuretoroutethecabletie

overthe drive cable. See Figure 13.

Figure 13

Secure the left turn trigger cable to the lower

handle using the other cable tie. Make sure to

route the cable tie below the auger drive cable

so that when the trigger cable is secured by the

cable tie, the auger drive cable is left outside the

cable tie.

Trim excess ends from each cable tie.

NOTE: The right side cable tie must be used to keep

cable from coming in contact with the moving shift

arm from the transmission.

Lamp Wiring

Wrap the wire from the lamp down the right

handle. Plug wire into the alternator lead wire

under the fuel tank.

IMPORTANT: Assemble your snow thrower, then

check the adjustments as instructed and make any

final adjustments necessary before operating the unit.

Failure to follow the instructions may cause damage

to the snow th rower.

Final Adjustments

Adjusting Auger Control

•7ochecktheadjUStmentoftheaugercontrol,

squeeze the left hand clutch grip until the rubber

bumper is compressed. There should be slack in

the clutch cable.

°Release the clutch grip. The cable should be

straight. Make certain you can depress the

auger control grip against the left handle

completely.

•If adjustment is necessary, loosen the hex jam

nut and thread the cable in (for less slack) or out

(for more slack).

°Recheck the adjustment. Tighten the jam nut

against the cable when correct adjustment is

reached.

Adjusting Traction Drive Control

° To check the adjustment of the traction drive

control and shift lever, move the weight transfer

lever to the transport position (shown in Figure

16 on page 13) and the shift lever all the way

forward to sixth (6) position,

° With the traction drive control released, pull the

triggers up to the handle and then push the snow

thrower forward to check that the tracks turn.

°Squeeze traction drive control against the handle

and pull the starter. The tracks should turn.

•Now release the traction drive control and pull

the starter again. The unit should not move.

•Before proceeding with adjustment, check to

make sure that the spark plug is

disconnected.

•If the traction drive control needs adjustment,

loosen the jam nut on the traction drive cable

and thread the cable one turn. Recheck

adjustment and repeat as necessary.

•Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when

correct adjustment is reached,

NOTE: For more details, refer to the Service and

Adjustment section.

Adjusting Skid Shoe

The space between the shave plate and the ground

can be changed by adjusting the skid shoe.

°Return weight transfer lever (shown in Figure

16) to normal position before adjusting skid

shoes.

°For close snow removal, adjust skid shoes

higher to minimize gap between the shave plate

and the ground.

°For snow removal from uneven ground like

gravel, adjust skid shoes downward to create

sufficient clearance between the bottom edge of

shave plate and the ground,

°Adjust the skid shoes by loosening the four hex

nuts and carriage bolts and moving skid shoes

to desired position. Make certain the entire

bottom surface of skid shoe is against the

ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid

shoes. See Figure 14.

°Retighten nuts and bolts securely.

Ski

Hex Nut,

Carriage Bolt

Figure 14

Knowing Your Snow Thrower

Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your snow thrower. Compare

Figure 15 with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls

and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes,

which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses for operating the

snow thrower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it.

Traction Drive

Control

Shift

Lever

Chute

Distance

Lever Auger Control

RightTurn

Trigger

Chute Crank

Discharge Chute

Lamp

Weight

Transfer

Lever

Skid Shoe

Auger

Figure 15

Meets ANS! Safety Standards

Sears snow throwers conform to the safety standards B71.3 of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

_ 12

Operating Controls

(See Figure 15.)

Chute Crank

The chute crank is located on the left hand side of the

snow thrower. To change the direction in which snow

is thrown, turn chute crank as follows:

turn clockwise to discharge to the left;

turn counterclockwise to discharge to the right.

Throttle Control

The throttle control is located on the engine. It

regulates the speed of the engine.

Safety Ignition Switch

The ignition key must be inserted into the switch for

the unit to start. Remove the ignition key when the

snow thrower is not in use.

Left And Right Turn Trigger

The left and right turn triggers are located on the

underside of the handles and are used to assist in

steering your snow thrower. Squeeze the right turn

trigger when turning right, squeeze the left turn trigger

when turning left. Operate your snow thrower in open

areas until you become familiar with these controls.

Shift Lever

The shift lever is located in the center of the handle

panel. It may be moved into one of eight positions:

a. Forward_one of six speeds; position one (1)

isthe slowest and position six (6) is the

fastest.

b. Reverse--two reverse (R) speeds; R2 is

faster.

Use the shift lever to determine ground speed.

Auger Control

The auger control is located on the left handle.

Squeeze the auger control against the handle to

engage the augers; release to disengage the augers.

(Traction drive control mu_t;!ats0 be released.)

Traction Drive Control

The traction drive control is located on the right

handle. Squeeze the traction drive control to engage

the track drive; release to stop.

This same lever also locks the auger control so

that you can turn the chute crank without interrupting

the snow throwing process. If the auger control is

engaged with the traction drive control engaged, you

can release the auger control (on the left handle) and

the augers will remain engaged. Release the traction

drive control to stop both the augers and the track

drive. (Auger control must also be released).

Chute Distance Control

The distance that snow is thrown can be adjusted by

adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Move the

chute distance control forward to decrease the

distance, toward the rear to increase the distance.

Weight Transfer Lever

The weight transfer lever is located on the right side of

the snow thrower and is used to select the position of

the housing and the method of track operation. See

Figure 16. Move the tever to the right, then forward or

backward to one of the three positions.

Position

Normal

Snow

Figure 16

aTransportmRaises the front end of the

snow thrower for easy transport. Using

proper caution, this position may also be

used on many gravel driveways to clear

snow while leaving gravel undisturbed.

b. Normal Snow--Allows the tracks to be

suspended independently for continuous

ground contact.

c. Packed Snow--Locks the front end of the

snow thrower down to the ground for hard-

packed or icy snow conditions.

To Stop The Snow Thrower

oTo stop the track, release the traction drive lever

of the snow thrower.

To stop throwing snow, release the auger drive

lever.

To stop the engine, push the throttle control

lever to OFF and pull out the ignition key. Do not

turn key.

Before Starting Engine

Fill Gas

WARNING: Gasoline is flammable and cau-

tion must be used when handling or storing it.

Do not fill fuel tank while the snow thrower is

running, when it is hot or when it is in an

enclosed area.

Keep your snow thrower away from any

open flame or an electrical spark and do not

smoke while filling the fuel tank.

Never fill the fuel tank completely. Fill the

tank to within 1/4"-1/2" from the top to

provide space for expansion of fuel.

Always fillthe fuel tank outdoors and use a

funnel or spout to prevent spilling.

Make sure to wipe off any spilled fuel before

starting the engine.

Store gasoline in a clean, approved container

and keep the cap in place on the container.

Make sure that the container from which you

pour the gasoline is clean and free from rust or

other foreign particIes.

Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded grade

automotive gasoline.

At the end of the job, empty the fuel tank if the

snow thrower is not going to be used for 30 days

or longer. See storage instructions on page 24

of this manual.

CAUTION: Experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol) or those using etha-

nol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to

separation and formation 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 longer. Drain

the gas tank, start thei_engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See storage Instructions on page 24

for additional information.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in

the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

To Start Engine

WARNING: Be sure no one other than

the operator is standing near the snow

thrower while starting or operating. Do not

operate this snow thrower unless the

discharge chute assembly has been

properly installed and is secured.

Oil

Spark Plug

Choke

Plug

Fuel Cap

Muffler Fuel

Tank

Key

Primer

Figure 17

Handle

Recoil

Starter

A. Electric Starter

(For location of all the engine controls referred to in

this section, see Figure 17.)

Before starting, make sure that the engine has suffi-

cient oil. The snow thrower engine is equipped with a

120 volt A.C. electric starter and recoil starter. The

electric starter is equipped with athree-wire power

cord and p ug and is designed to operate on 120 volt

AC household current. Follow all instructions carefully.

Cold Start

NOTE: If the unit shows any sign of motion (drive or

augers) with the clutch grips disengaged, shut the

engine off immediately. Readjust as instructed in the

"Final Adjustments" section of the Assembly

Instructions.

WARNING: The electric starter must be properly

grounded at all times to avoid the possibility of elec-

tric shock which may be injurious to the operator.

•Determine whether your house wiring is a three-

wire grounded system. Ask a licensed

electrician if you are not certain.

WARNING: If your house wiring system is

not athree-wire grounded system, do not use

this electric starter under any conditions.

If your house wiring system is grounded and a

three-hole receptacle is not available at the point

the snow thrower starter will normally be used,

one should be installed by a licensed electrician.

When connecting the power cord, always

connect cord to starter on engine first, then plug|

the other end into a three-hole grounded I

receptacle.

When disconnecting the power cord, always

unplug the end from the three-hole, grounded

receptacle first.

Attach spark plug wire to spark plug.

Make sure that the auger drive and the traction

drive levers are in the disengaged RELEASED

position.

Move throttle control lever to FAST position.

Remove the keys from the plastic bag. Push key

into the ignition slot. Make sure it snaps into

place. Do not turn key. Keep the second key in a

safe place.

Rotate the choke knob to FULL choke position.

Connect the power cord to the switch box on the

engine.

Ptug the other end of the power cord into a

three-hole, grounded 120 volt A.C. receptacle.

WARNING: Do not use primer while

starting the engine with an electric starter.

Push down on the starter button until the engine

starts. Do not crank for more than 10 seconds at

a time. This electric starter is thermally

protected. If overheated, it will stop

automatically and can be restarted only when it

has cooled to a safe temperature (a wait of

about 5 to 10 minutes is required).

When the engine starts, release the starter

button and slowly rotate the choke to OFF

position. If the engine falters, rotate the choke to

FULL and then gradually to OFF.

Disconnect the power cord from the receptacle

first and then from the switch box on the engine.

Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes

because the engine will not develop full power

until it reaches operating temperature.

Operate the engine at full throttle (FAST) when

throwing snow.

Warm Start

If restarting a wa_ engine after a shut down,

rotate choke to OFE instead of FULL and press

the starter button.

B. Recoil Starter

Make sure that the engine has sufficient oit and the

auger drive and the traction drive levers are released.

• Move throttle control to FAST position.

•Push key into the ignition slot so that it snaps

into place. Do not turn key. Remove plastic bag

and keep the second key in a safe place.

• Rotate choke contro! to FULL choke position.

• Push the primer button while covering the vent

hole. Remove your finger from the primer between

primes. Do not prime if temperature is above

50°F; prime two times between 50o F and 15° F;

and pdme four times below 15°F.

• Pull the starter handle rapidly. Do not allow the

handle to snap back, but allow it to rewind slowly

while keeping a firm hold on the starter handle.

• As the engine warms up and begins to operate

evenly, rotate the choke knob slowly to OFF

position. If the engine falters, return to FULL

choke, then slowly move to OFF choke position.

•Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes

because the engine will not develop fufl power

until it reaches operating temperature.

• Operate the engine at full throttle (FAST) when

throwing snow.

Warm Start

If restarting a warm engine after atemporary

shut down, rotate choke to OFF instead of FULL

and do notprime. Press the starter button.

Frozen Recoil Starter

If the starter is frozen and will not turn the engine,

proceed as follows:

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

• Release the starter handle and let it snap back

against the starter.

• Ifthe engine still fails to start, repeat the first two

steps. If continued attempts do not free starter,

follow the electric starter procedures to start.

•Avoid possible freezing of recoil starter and the

engine controls.

Snow

Thrower

Electric

Starter

Recoil

!Starter

Spark

Plug

wire

Connect

_Starting Instructions at a glance

Drive

Levers

Release

Throttle Ignition

control Key

Moveto Push to

FAST snap in

Move to Pushto

FAST snap in

Choke Power

Cord

Moveto Connect

FULL to source

Move to

FULL

Primer

iPrime

Starter

Push

button

Pull

handle

After starting

t. Release button

2. Move Choke to Off

3. Disconnect cord

1. Release handle

2. Move Choke to Off.

Operating Snow Thrower

To Engage Drive

•With the engine running near top speed, move

shift lever to one of six FORWARD positions or

two REVERSE positions. Select a speed

appropriate for the snow conditions that exist.

Use slower speeds until you are familiar with the

operation of the snow thrower.

•Squeeze the traction drive clutch grip against

the right handle and the snow thrower will move.

Release it and the drive motion will stop.

To Engage Augers

•To engage the augers and start snow throwing,

squeeze the left hand auger clutch grip against

the left handle. Release to stop augers.

•While the auger control is engaged, squeeze the

traction drive control to move, release to stop.

Do not shiftspeeds while the drive is engaged.

NOTE: This same lever also locks the auger control

so you can turn the chute crank without interrupting

the snow throwing process.

Release the auger control; the interlock

mechanism should keep the auger control

engaged until the traction drive control is

released.

Release the traction drive control to stop both

the augers and the wheel drive.

WARNING: To stop the auger, both levers

must be released.

To Throw Snow

CAUTION: Check the area to be cleared for foreign

objects. Remove, if any.

Move the weight transfer lever to the right, then

backward or forward to the desired position.

Start the engine foll0wing Starting instructions.

Rotate the discharge_chute to the desired

direction, away from bystanders and/or

buildings. Move the chute distance control

forward or backward to adjust the distance the

snow is to be thrown.

Select the speed according to the snow

condition.

CAUTION: Never move the shift lever without first

releasing the drive clutch.

Engage the auger control and traction drive

control levers following the preceding

instructions.

The interlock feature will allow you to remove

your left hand from the auger control lever.

When clearing the first pass through the snow,

control the traction speed of the snow thrower 16

according to the depth and condition of snow.

•To turn the unit left, squeeze left trigger; to turn

right, squeeze right trigger.

• On each succeeding pass, readjust the chute

deflector to the desired position and slightly

overlap the previously cleared path.

•After the area is cleared, stop the snow thrower

following instructions given below.

OPERATING TIPS

NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes

as the engine will not develop full power until it

reaches operating temperature.

_arning: The temperature of muffler and

surrounding areas may exceed 150° F.

Avoid these areas.

• For most efficient snow removal, remove snow

immediately after it falls.

•Discharge snow downwind whenever possible.

Slightly overlap each previous swath.

• Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the scraper bar for

normal usage. The skid shoes may be adjusted

upward for hard-packed snow. Adjustskid shoes

downward when using on gravel or crushed rock.

• Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.

Before Stopping

Run engine for a few minutes to help dry off any

moisture on engine.

To a void possible freeze-up of the starter, follow

these steps:

Recoil Starter

a. With the engine running, pull the starter

rope with a rapid, continuous full arm stroke

three or four times.

Electric Starter

a. Connect power cord to switch box, then to

120 Volt AC receptacle.

b. While the engine is running, push the

starter button and spin the starter for

several seconds.

c. Disconnect power cord from the receptacle

first, then from the snow thrower.

NOTE: The unusual sound from pulling the starter

rope in the case of the recoil starter, or from spinning

the starter in the case of the electric starter, will not

harm the engine.

To Stop The Snow Thrower

To stop the track, release the traction drive lever

on the snow thrower.

To stop throwing snow, release auger drive lever.

To stop the engine, push the throttle control

lever to OFF and pull out the ignition key. Do not

turn key.

General Recommendations

oAlways observe safety rules when performing

any maintenance.

The warranty on this snow thrower does not

cover items that have been subjected to operator

abuse or negligence. To receive full value from

the warranty, operator must maintain the snow

thrower as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments wilt have to be made

periodically to maintain your unit properly.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual should be checked at least

once each season.

Follow the maintenance schedule given below.

Periodically check all fasteners and make sure

these are tight.

_, ARNING: Always stop the engine and

disconnect the spark plug wire before

performing any maintenance or adjustments.

Lubrication

For a view of the lubrication points on the snow

thrower, see Figure 18.

Sprocket Shaft

• Lubricate the sprocket shaft with grease at least

once a season or after every 25 hours of operation.

Customer Responsibilities

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ////

_o_e ,_ ._e _,,_,_ ,_o_SERVIOEDATES *

y..................................................

Lubricate pivot points

I--

0 Clean snow thrower <_

Clean shave plate

Clean skid shoes

Check V-belts <_

Check friction wheel

rubber

Check engine oil

ZChange engine oil _

w Checkspark plug q_

Check muffler <_

Empty fuel system

* Fill in dates as you complete regular service

Check; service if needed

IMPORTANT:Keepallgreaseandoiloffofthe

frictionwheelandthedriveplate.

Shifting Mechanism

•Lubricate the shifting mechanism and pivot

points on the shift rod with engine oil at least

once a season or after every 25 hours of

operation.

Traction Drive Control

•Lubricate cams on the ends of the control rods

which interlock the traction drive and auger

controls at least once aseason or every 25

hours of operation with grease. The cams can be

accessed beneath the handle panel.

Gear Case

•The gear case is lubricated with grease at the

factory and does not require checking, tf

disassembled for any reason, lubricate withtwo

ounces of Shell AIvania grease.

Bearings

•Once aseason lubricate the auger bearings and

the bearings on the side of the frame with light

oil. See lube chart below.

Check V'belts

Follow the instructions below to check the condition

of the drive belts every 50 hours of operation.

• Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the

engine by removing two self-tapping screws.

• Visually inspect for frayed, cracked, or

excessively worn out belts.

Check Friction Wheel

Follow the instructionsbelow to check the condition of

the friction wheel rubber every 25 hours of operation.

• Remove the four self-tapping screws from the

frame cover underneath the snow thrower.

• Visually inspect the friction wheel rubber for

excessive wear, cracks, or loose fit on the

friction wheel drive hub.

- Also engage traction drive control and check if

the friction wheel is making contact with the

friction plate.

• If it does not make contact, adjust the traction

drive cable following instructions page 11and

page 20. Recheck the friction wheei.

• Replace friction wheel rubber if necessary'.

Refer to instructions on page 22.

Figure 18

Engine Maintenance

Engine Oil

Only use high quality detergent oiI rated with API

service classification SF, SG or SH. Select the oil's

SAE viscosity grade according to the expected

operating temperature.

colder _ 32 ° _" warmer

!_llh.,,

5W30 _ I r SAE30

Viscosity Chart

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30

etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-

viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption

when used above 32°F. Check your snow throwers

engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible

engine damage from running low on oil.

Refer to the viscosity chart for proper selection of

engine oil.

Checking Oil Level

Before operating the snow thrower, check the oil

level.

With engine on level ground, the oil must be to

FULL mark on dipstick.

Stop engine and wait several minutes before

checking oil level. Remove oil fill cap and

dipstick.

Wipe dipstick clean, insert it into oil fill hole and

tighten securely.

Remove dipstick and check. If oil is not up to the

FULL mark on dipstick, add 5W30 oil.

Changing Oil

Change engine oil after the first two hours of

operation and every 25 hours thereafter.

in order to do that you will have to first drain the spent

engine oil from the engine and then refill with fresh oil.

• Drain oil while engine is "warm. Remove oil drain

cap located at the bottom of the recoil starter of

the engine. Catch oil in a suitable container.

• When engine is drained of all oil, replace drain

plug securely.

• Remove the dipstick from the oil fill plug. For

location of the oil fill plug, see Figure 17. Pour

fresh oil stowiy through the plug. Replace

dipstick.

• Check and make sure that the level of oil is up to

the FULL mark on the dipstick,

WARNING; Temperature of muffler and

nearby areas may exceed 150 °F(65°0).

Avoid these areas.

Spark Plug

•Clean area around the spark plug base.

-Remove and inspect the spark plug.

• Replace the spark plug ifelectrodes are pitted,

bumed, orthe porcelainis cracked. See Figure 19.

• Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to 0.030"

at least once aseason or every 50 hours of

operation. See Figure 19.

• Spark plug replacement is recommended at the

start of each season. Refer to engine parts list

for correct spark plugtype.

NOTE: Do not sandblast spark plug. Spark plug

should be cleaned by scraping or wire brushing and

washing with a commercial solvent.

Electrodes

Figure 19

Porcelain

WARNING: Always stop the engine, dis-

connect spark plug wire and move it away

from the spark plug before performing any

adjustments or repairs.

Never attempt to clean the chute or make

any adjustments while the engine is running.

Adjustments

Traction Drive Control

Refer to the Final Adjustment section of the Set-Up

Instructions to adjust the traction drive control. If you

are not sure of proper adjustment, check as follows.

• Drain the gasoline or place plastic film under the

gas cap if the snow thrower has already been

operated.

o Tip the snow thrower forward and remove the

four self-tapping screws that hold the frame

cover underneath the snow thrower.

• With the traction drive control released, make

sure that there is clearance between the friction

wheel and the friction plate in all positions of the

shift lever. See Figure 20.

NOTE: If you placed plastic under the gas cap, be

certain to remove it.

Augers

The augers are secured to the spiral shaft with two

shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a foreign

object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so

that the bolts will shear.

• If the augers will not turn, check to see if the

bolts have sheared. Replace if necessary. See

Figure 21. Two replacement shear bolts and hex

lock nuts have been provided in the hardware

pack with the snow thrower. See page 6.

Auger Bolt

Drive Shaft

Sprocket

Shaft

Drive

Wheel

Pivot

Rod

Plate

Figure 20

With the traction drive control engaged, make

sure that the friction wheel is making contact

with the friction plate. Also make sure that the

overtravel spring is stretched.

If adjustment is necessary, loosen the jam nut

on the traction drive cable and thread the cable

in or out as necessary.

Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when

correct adjustment is reached. Reassemble the

frame cover.

Figure 21

Auger Clutch

To adjust the auger clutch, refer to Final Adjustment

section of Assembly Instructions.

Chute Assembly

The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by

adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Refer to

page 13.

Skid Shoe

The space between the shave plate and the ground

can be adjusted by adjusting the skid shoe. Refer to

page 11 of this manual.

Shift Rod

To adjust the shift rod, proceed as follows.

•Remove the hairpin clip and flat washer from the

ferrule underneath the shift panel. Remove the

ferrule from the hole inthe shift lever.

°Place the shift lever on the handle panel in the

sixth (6) speed position (all the way forward).

° Push down on the shift rod (and shift arm

assembly) as far as it will go. Hold it in this

position. See Figure 22.

• Thread the ferrule up or down the shift rod as

necessary until the ferrule lines up with the

upper hole in the shift lever,

Traction

Drive

Clutch

Shift

Lever Chute Distance

Control

Auger

Upper

Hole

Shift

Lever

Spring

Washer Rod

Flat

Washer

Clip

Hair

Clip Fiat

Washer

Arm

Assembly

Figure 22

Insert the ferrule into the upper hole inthe shift

lever from the right side when adjustment is

correct. Secure with the flat washer and the

hairpin clip that you had earlier removed. See

Figure 22.

Check for correct adjustment of the traction

drive control as instructed in the Final

Adjustment section.

Service

Shave Plate And Skid Shoes

The shave plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the

snow thrower are subject to wear. They should be

checked periodically and replaced when necessary.

•To remove skid shoes, remove the two carriage

bolts, bellevilte washers and hex nuts (on each

side) which attach them to the snow thrower.

See Figure 14. _z,_:

• Reassemble new skid_shoes with the hardware

earlier removed. Make sure to insert the cupped

side of the washer against the skid shoe so that the

skid shoe is adjusted to be level.

• To remove shave plate, remove the carriage

bofts, belleville washers and hex nuts which

attach it to the snow thrower housing.

Reassemble new shave plate, making sure

heads of the carriage bolts are to the inside of

the housing. Tighten securely.

Belt Removal And Replacement

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire

from the spark plug and ground it.

Auger Drive Belts

•Disconnect the chute crank at the chute

assembly by removing the cotter pin and the flat

washer.

•Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the

engine by removing two self-tapping screws.

See Figure 23.

Self-Tapping

'ew

Belt Cover

Self-Tapping Screw

Figure 23

Unthread the bottom of the auger cable from the

top of the cable, leaving the hex nut in place.

Remove the six lock washers and hex nuts which

"attach the auger housing assembly to the frame.

See Figure 24. (Only two pairs of lock washers and

hex nuts are shown in the figure.)

Lock Washer

and Hex Nut

Frame Track

Figure 24

Separate the housing from the frame assembEy

by standing in the operating position and lifting

up on the handles. The frame and housing will

separate and the rear auger drive belt will come

offthepulleys.SeeFigure25.

FrontAuger

Drive Belt

\_pulley

Figure 25

To remove the front auger drive belt, push the

idler pulley to the left and lift front auger drive

be]t from the front auger pulley. See Figure 25.

Replace both auger drive belts by following the

preceding instructions.

NOTE: When reassembling the two halves of the unit,

make sure that the auger drive cable is routed

through the cable roller guide.

Drive Belt

Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the

engine by removing the two self-tapping screws.

See Figure 23.

Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or

place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.

Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it

rests on the auger housing.

Remove four self-tapping screws from the frame

cover underneath the snow thrower.

Pulling the idler pulley upward, roll the belt off

the idler pulley and the engine pulley and lift belt

off friction wheel disc. See Figure 26.

Removeold

belt from

here

F_iction

Wheel

Support

Bracket

Figure 26

Back out the stop bolt untilthe support bracket

drops on the auger pulley. See Figure 26.

Slip belt between friction wheel and friction disc

plate and remove the belt. See Figure 26.

Reassemble with new drive belt.

NOTE: The support bracket must rest on the stop bolt

afterthe new belt has been assembled. See Figure 26.

Friction Wheel Rubber

The rubber on the friction wheel is subject to wear and

should be checked after the first 25 hours of operation

and periodically thereafter. Replace the fdction wheel

rubber if any signs of wear or cracking are found.

• Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or

place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.

°Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that it

rests on the housing.

•Remove four self-tapping screws from the

frame cover underneath the snow thrower.

° Using a 7/8" wrench to hold the shaft, loosen,

but do not completely remove, the hex bolt and

bell washer from the left end of the shaft. See

Figure 27.

Hex Bolt, 0

BellWasher

Figure 27

Move the weight transfer lever to the packed

snow position. Refer to Figure 16.

Lightly tap the head of the bolt to dislodge the

batl bearing from the right side of the frame; then

remove the hex bolt and the bell washer from left

end of the shaft.

Sliding the shaft to the right, remove the spacer,

the sprocket and the friction wheel assembly

from the shaft. See Figure 28.

Remove the six screws from the friction wheel

assembly (three from each side). Remove the

friction wheel rubber from between the friction

wheel plate.

Reassemble the new friction wheel rubber to the

friction wheel assembly tightening the six screws

in rotation and with equal force.

Position the friction wheel assembly up onto the

pin of the shift rod assembly and slide the shaft

through the friction wheel. See Figure 28.

Slide the shaft into the hex I.D. of the sprocket,

the spacer and the left ball bearing and secure

with the bell washer and hex bolt. See Figure 28.

Sprocket Shift Rod

Assembly

Spacer

Bearing

Washe_ Shaft

Carburetor

WARNING: If any adjustments are made to

the engine while the engine is running (e.g.

carburetor), keep clear of att moving parts.

Be careful of heated surfaces and muffler.

If you think the carburetor needs to be adjusted, see

your nearest authorized Tecumseh Service Outlet.

Bracket

Figure 28

Friction

Wheel

Ifyoursnowthrowerisleftunusedfor30daysor

longer,it needsto bepreparedforstorage.Also,at

theendofthesnowseason,youshouldfollowthe

samesetofinstructionsandstorethesnowthrower

properlyfortheoff-season.Properstorageensures

longerlifeofthesnowthrower.

Preparing Engine

WARNING: Never store snow th rower with

fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated

areas, where fuel fumes may reach an open

flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace,

water heater, clothes dryer or gas

appliance.

It is important to prevent gum deposits from

forming in essential fuel system parts of the

engine such as the carburetor, fuel fiIter,

fuel hose or tank during storage.

Also experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can

damage the fuet system of an engine while

in storage.

To avoid engine problems, the fuel system shouldbe

emptied before storage for 30 days or longer. Follow

these instructions to prepare your snow thrower for

storage:

• Remove all gasoline from the carburetor and the

fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming

on these parts and causing possible malfunction

of the engine.

WARNING: Drain fuel into approved

container outdoors, away from any open

flame. Be certain engine is cool. Do not

smoke.

Fuel left inengine during warm weather

deteriorates and will cause serious starting

problems.

Run the engine until the fuel tank is empty and it

stops due to lack of fuel.

Drain carburetor by pressing upward on bowl

drain, located below the carburetor cover. See

Figure 29.

WARNING: Do not drain carburetor if using

fueI stabilizer. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaning products inthe fuel tank

or permanent damage may occur.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL) is an

acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of

fue! gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to

gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always

follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to

allow it to reach the carburetor. Do not drain

carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

Remove the spark plug and pour one (1) ounce

of engine oil through the spark plug hole into the

cylinder. Crankthe engine several times to

distribute the oil. Replace spark plug.

Preparing Snow Thrower

When storing the snow thrower in an

unventilated or metal storage shed, care should

be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a

light oil or silicone, coat the equipment,

especially any chains, springs, bearings and

cables.

Remove all dirt from exterior of engine and

equipment.

Follow lubrication recommendations on

page 17.

Store in a clean, dry area.

Bowl Drain

Figure 29

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. Shift rod out of adjustment ........i. Remove washer and pin. Turn ferrule

clockwise one turn and reinstall.

Shift lever noi locking

into the sixth speed

Engine fails to start

Engine runs erratic.

1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel, 1,

2. Fuel shut-off valve closed. 2.

&ignition key not in switch or engine. 3.

4. Spark plug wire disconnected. 4.

5. Blocked fuel line. 5.

6. Faulty spark plug. .6.

1. Unit running on choke. 1.

2. Blocked fuel lineor stale fuel. 2.

3. Water or dirt in fuel system. 3.

............. 4. Carburetor out 0! adjustment.

Loss of power 1. Spark plug wire loose.

2. Gas cap vent hole plugged.

Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low.

2. Carburetor not adjusted properly.

Excessive vibration 1. Loose parts or auger damaged,

Hard to shift speed, or 1. Shift rod not adjusted

willnot shift

............ L,,

Unit fails to propel 1.

itself

Unit fails to discharge 1.

snow 2.

Track does not turn

1÷

incorrect adjustment of drive clutch 1.

Drive belt loose or damaged.

AugershearboJibroken.

Discharge chute clogged.

Foreign object lodged in auger.

Auger drive clutch not adjusted. 4.

Auger drive belt loose or damaged. 5.

1. :,Track control cable not inserted. 1.

2. Lower cable bracket not fully positioned against 2.

gear box.

Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline,

Open valve.

Insert key.

Connect spark plug wire,

Clean fuel line.

Clean, adjus t ga#....orreplace.. .............

Turn choke to off position.

Clean fuel line, fill tank with fresh fuel.

Drain carburetor following instructions on

page 24. Refill with fresh fuel.

Contact Sears service center.

Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

Remove ice and snow from cap. Make sure

that the vent hole is clear.

Fill crankcase with proper engine oil,

Contact Sears service center.

Stop engine immediately and disconnect

spark plug wire. Tighten all nuts and bolts.

Check for the source of vibration. Make all

necessary repairs. If vibration persists,

contact Sears service center.

Readjust shift rod. Foilow instructions on

page 20. ..................

Adjust drive clutch. Refer to page 11 of this

manual.

Replace drive belt following instructions on

..page 21.. ..................................

Replace shear bolt.

Stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire and

clean discharge chute and inside of auger

housing.

Stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire and

remove object from auger.

Adjust properly. See page 20.

Replace belt. See page 21.

Insert the cable completeiy into the trigger

assembly.

Loosen two self-tapping screws on each slot

of bracket. Retighten making sure that the

bolt is completely at the bottom of the slot.

For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above,

Yf please contact your nearest SEARS service center.

'IF

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 8.5 H.P. SNOWTHROWER MODEL 247.885500

-O

Key

No.

Part No.

629-0058

684-0008A-

0637

684-0022

684-0066

684-0102

684-0111

684-0112

710-0262

710-0442

710-045I

710-0459

710-0599

13 710-0896

14 710-1003

15 711-0653

16 712-0116

17 712-0415

18 712-0429

19 712-3010

20 714-0507

21 715-0138

22 720-0201A

23 720-0300

24 725-1300

25 726-0100

26 731-1300A

27 731-1313B

28 731-1317

29 731-1320

30 731-I773A

31 732-0145

32 732-0193

33 732-0705

34 732-0746

35 735-0199A

736-0105

736-0119

Description

Shift Arm Assembly

Chute Crank Assembly

Hardware Pack*

Handle Panel Assembly w/

Tilt

Handle Assembly

Engagement (LH.)

Handle Assembly

Engagement (R.H.)

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.50

Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x.75

Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 1.5

Hex Washer Hd. TT Screw

1/4-20 x 0.5 _

Hex AB Tap Screw 1/4 x .62

Hex B-TappScrew# 10-16x .62

Clevis Pin

Hex lns. Lock Nut 3/8-24

Self Threading Nut

Lock Nut 5/16-18

Hex Nut

Cotter Pin

Roll Pin

Chute Crank Knob

Shift Knob

Headlight

Push Cap

Lower Chute

Cable Guide

Headlight Bezel

Upper Chute

Handle Panel

Compression Spring

Con_Rression Spring

Cable Control Wfre

Torsion Spring

Rubber Bumper

Bell Washer .380 x .880 x .062

Lock Washer 5/16 I.D.

Qty.

Key

No.

Part No.

736-0i'59 ...................

736-0506

736-0509

737-0133

741-0475

746-0896

746-0901

747-0798A

747-0877

748-0362

748-0363

749-0908A

749-0909

784-5594

784-5604

784-5619A

784-5679

784-5680

i784-5681

!784-5682

712-3010

712-3027

710-0442

736-0119

784-5599

710-3180

710-3008

736-0275

736-0185

714-0104

731-0851A

710-3015

711-0677

710-0262

746-0778

712-0121

784-5678

736-0242

Description

Washer 5/6 I.D. .........

Special Washer

Grease

Plastic Bushing

Chute Deflector Control Cable

Chute Deflector Cable

w/Clip

Shift Rod

Cam Rod

Cam Handle Lock

Pawl Handle lock

Right Handle

Left Handle

Cable Bracket

Chute Tilt Handle

Shift Handle

HandleSupportBracket(LH.) 5/8

HandleSupportBracket(R.H.)5/8

HandleSupportBracket(LH.) 3/8

HandleSupportBracket(R.H.)3/8

Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd.

Hex Range LockedNut 1/4-20Thd.

Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5

Lock Washer 5/16

Handle Tab

Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.75 Gr,5

Hex Bolt

Flat Washer 5/16

Flat Washer 3/8 x .738 x .063

Hairpin Clip

Chute Flange Keeper

Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.50

Ferrule

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.50

Z Fitting

Hex Nut # 10-24

Chute Crank Reinforcement

Bracket

Cupped Washer .340 I.D. x

.872 O.D.

"Includes references 58 through 75

Qty.

Key

No,

Part No.

611-0053

618-0043

618-0O44

618-0169

683-OO24

684-0014B

684-0021

684-0031

684-0042B

710-0538

710-0599

710-0602

710-0604

710-0654A

710-0788

710-0809

710-0875

710-0896

710-1233

711-0911

711-!042

712-0127

712-0324

712-0711

713-0233

713-0413

713-0437

714-0474

Description

Axle Assembly

Dogg Assembly: R,H.

Dogg Assembly: L,H.

Shift Assembly: Track Drive

Hub Assembly: Track Drive

Shift Rod Assembly

Friction Wheer Support

Bracket Assembly

Frame Assembly

Friction Wheel Bearing

Assembly

Hex Lock Screw 5/16-18 x

.625 Grade 5

Hex Washer Hd, TT Screw

Hex Washer Hd. TT Screw

Hex Washer Hd, TT Screw

Hex Washer Screw

TT Screw

Hex Washer Head AB Screw

Oval C-Sunk Screw

Actuator Shaft

Hex Shaft: Track Drive

Flanged Weld Nut #10-24

Top Lock Nut 1/4-20

Jam Nut 3/8-24

Chain Links

Sprocket: 10T

Chain

Cotter Pin

Qty, Key Pa_ No.

No.

2 719-0295A!

1 725-0157

1 732-0209

1 732-0264

2 736-0105

1 _736-0160

1 736-0176

736-O242

'736-O270

736-0287

738-0924

741-0339

741-0563

741-0597

746-0897

746-0898

746-0948

746-0950

748-0190

748-0234

750-0903

750-0904

750-0997

756-0625

784-5590

784-5609

784-5648

784-5687

784-5688

784-5689A

1 52

1 54

4 59

261

862

663

464

165

166

267

10 70

271

174

175

276

177

18O

18I

182

283

Description

710-0371

Track Housing

Cable Tie

Extension Spring

Berl Washer

Flat Washer

Fiat Washer

Bell Washer

Flat Washer

Shoulder Screw

Flange Bearing

Ball Beadng

Hex Flange Bearing

Auger Clutch Cable

Drive Clutch Cable

Track Steering Cable

Trigger Control

Spacer

Shoulder Spacer

Split Spacer

Spacer

Roller Cable

Shift Bracket

Steering Cable Bracket

Frame Cover

Auger Clutch Cable Bracket

Drive cabJe Bracket

Front Support Bracket

He× Screw

Qty,

®@®

Key

NO.

Part No,

631-0032

684-0009

684-0024

684-0038

710-0157

710-0459

710-0604

710-1231

712-02t 4

712-0346

712-0429

720-0223

731 -1292

731-1538A

736-0242

736-0272

736-0406

737-017O

738-0140

748-0353A

Description

wheel Assembly idler

Rod Track Pivot

Axle Assembly

Handle Assembly

Screw

Lock Nut

Jam Nut

Hex Nut

Grip

Track

Wheel-Track Drive

Qty.

Key

No.

Part No.

750-0547

750-0909

750-0995

784-5639-048_

784-5642

717-1211

717-1209

717-1210

741-0542

718-0188

618-0046

711-0912

713-0414

715-0120

Description

Spacer

Plate-Track Side

Plate-Track Lockout

Gear Ring

Gear 12-Tooth

Gear 18-Tooth

Pin Dowel

Carrier

Carrier Assembly

Shaft--Track Drive

Sprocket--13 Tooth

Spring Pin

Bell Washer

Flat Washer

Lubricant

Shoulder Screw

Lift-Shaft Drive

37 736-0502

38 736-0336

39 716-0115

40 716-0114

Flat Washer

Snap Ring ,625" Shaft

Snap Ring .56" Shaft

Qty,

LABELS

Key

No.

Pan

No.

777-4865

777-4866

777-4867

777-4958

777-4959

777-4965

777-3396

777-8088B

Description

Traction Control R.H,

Traction Control L.H.

Chute Tilt

Auger Control

Traction Drive

Transport

Danger Warning

Danger, Top of Chute

Qty.

Key

No.

Part No.

05931

605-5192

605-5193

618-0121

684-0040A

684-0065

705-5226

710-0134

710-0451

710-0459

710-0604

12 710-0890A

13 712-0116

14 712-0324

15 712-0429

16 712-0798

17 712-3010

18 ,715-0t14

Key

Description Qty. No.

Bearing Housing 1 19

Spiral Assembly I 20

Spiral Assembly 1 21

Auger Gear Assembly 1 22

Spiral Housing Assembly 1 23

Impeller Assembly 1 24

Chute Reinforcement 1 25

Carriage Screw 1/4-20 X .62 5 26

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 X .75 10 27

Hex Screw3!8-24 X 1.5 Grade 5 1 28

Hex Washer Head TT-Screw 6 29

5/16-18 X .62 30

Shear Bolt 5/t6-!8 X 1.5 2 31

Jam Lock Nut 1 32

Toplock Nut 1/4-20 5 33

Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18 2 34

Hex Nut 3/8-16 1 35

Hex Nut 5/16-18 19 36

Spiral Pin 2 37

Part No.

731-1379

732-0611

736-01t9

736-0169

736-0174

736-0188

736-0242

736-0463

738-0281

741-0245

741-0309

741-0475

741-0493A

756- 0178

784-5579A

784-5580

784-5618

784-5632

784-5647

Description

Chute Adapter

Extension Spring

Lock Washer 5/16

Lock Washer 3/8

Wave Washer

Flat Washer.76 I.D. x 1.49 O.D.

Bell Washer .345 I.D. x .88

Flat Washer 1/4 x .630

Shoulder Screw

Hex Flange Bearing

Ball Bearing

Plastic Bushing

Flange Bushing

Flat Idler

Shave Plate

Slide Shoe

Bearing Assembly

Auger Idler Arm

Chute Crank Bracket

Qty.

•]

¢--÷

t J

Key

l Part No.

618-0123

618-0124

710-0642

711-0909

714-0161

715-0143

717-0526

717-0528

718-0186

721-0325

Description

Housing--R.H.

Housing--L.H.

Screw

Axle, Spiral

Key, Hi-Pro

Pin, Spiral

Worm, Shaft

Gear, Worm

Collar, Thrust

Plug

Qty

Key

No.

Part No.

721-0327

721 -O328

736-0351

736-0369

736-0445

737-0168

741-0662

741-0663

Description

Seal, Oil

Loctite 5699, Ultra

Washer

Grease

Bearing Flange

I Qty

(

| I

)(

Ref.

NO.

Part No.

05896A

629_0071

710-0117

710-0157

710-0230

710-0342

710-0696

710-0888

710-0896

712-0181

731-1324

732-0710

736-0119

736-0242

736-0247

736-0329

D_esonption....

Bracket

Cord, Extension

Screw

Nut, Hex

Belt Cover

Spring

Washer--Flat

Washer--Bell

Washer--Flat

Washer--Lock

Qty.

Ref,

No.

Part No.

17 736-0331

18 736-0505

19 748-0234

20 748-0360

21 754-0346

22 754-0430

23 756-0313

24 756-0569

25 756-0967

26 756-0986

27 756-0987

28 390-985

390-987

29 143.988501

30 770-0373A

Description

Washer--Bell

Washer--Flat

Shoulder Spacer

Pu]Iey, Adapter

V-Belt

V-Belt Matched

Idler, Flat

Pulley, Half

Pulleys--Auger

Pulley Half

Starter

Engine

Owner's Manual

(Not Shown)

Qty.

Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.988501 for Craftsman

Snow Thrower Model 247.885500

CARBURETOR

I 30

28 27

z_iL 1

4o_ _

Key Part

No. No, Description Qty.

0 640052

1 631776#

2 631970

6 631778

7 650506

10 632112

14 632174

15 630735

16 632164

17 65O417

18 63O766

20 640016

20A 640053

25 631951

27 631024

28 632019

29 631O28

30 631021

31 631O22

32 27136A

33 27554

36 640005

37 632547

40 640055

44 27110

47 630748

48 631027

Carburetor (Incl. 184 of

Engine Parts List)

Throttle Shaft & Lever Ass'y

Throttle Return Spring

Throttle Shutter

Shutter Screw

Choke Shaft & Lever Ass'y.

Choke Shutter

Choke Positioning Spring

Fuel Fitting

Throttle Crack Screw/Idle

Speed Screw

Tension Spring

Idle Restrictor Screw

Idle Restrictor Screw Cap

Float Bowl Ass'y. (Incl. 32 &

33)

Float Shaft

Float

Float Bowl "O" Ring

Inlet Needle, Seat & Clip

(Incl. 3I)

Spring Clip

Bowl Drain Ass'y.

Drain Plunger Gasket

Main Nozzle Tube

O Ring

High Speed Bowl Nut

Bowl Nut Washer

Welch Plug, Idle Mixture We

Welch Plug, Atmospheric

Vent

Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.988501 for Craftsman

Snow Thrower Model 247.885500

70 69

,308

101

182 207

03 323

315

282

370C

9OO

Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.988501 for Craftsman

Snow Thrower Model 247,885500

Key

No. Pa_

No.

35385

27652

650820

30969

30699C

15A 30700

15B 650494

16 33454

17 29916

18 651028

19 34663

20 35319

25 36460

26 650561

28 30322

30 35980A

35 29826

36 29918

37 29216

38 29642

40 40011

40 40012

41 40009

41 40010

42 40013

42 40014

43 27888

45 36897

47 651033i

48 34034

49 36896

50 36655

60 33273A

65 650128

69 35262Ai

70 35445A

71 35377

75 35319

76 28926

80 31845

81 30590A

82 35378

83 30588A

84 29193

86 650833

87 650832

89 32589

Description Qty.

Cylinder 1

Dowel Pin 2

Screw 2

Oil Drain Extension 1

Extension Cap 1

Governor Rod 1

Governor Yoke 1

Screw 1

Governor Lever 1

Governor Lever Clamp 1

Screw, Torx t

Speed Control Spring 1

Oil Seal 1

Blower Housing Baffle 1

Key

No.

100

t0!

102

103

110

110A

119

120

125

126

Screw

Lock Nut

Crankshaft

Screw

Lock Washer

Lock Nut

Retaining Ring

2 126

1 127

1 130

1 130A

1 130B

1 135

1 139

Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.)

Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.010" O_

Piston, & Pin Ass'y.(Std.)

Piston, & Pin Ass'y.(.010" OS)

Ring Set (Std.)

Ring Set (.010" OS)

Piston Pin Retaining Ring

Connecting Rod Ass'y.

Connecting Rod Bolt

"ValveLifter

Oil Dipper

Camshaft (MCR)

Blower Housing Extension

Screw

Cylind_er Cover Gasket

t 140

1 149

! 149A

1 150

1 151

1 169

2 170

1 171

2 172

2 173

1 174

1 178

1 182

1 183

1 184

Cylinder Cover

Crankshaft Bushing

Oil seal

Camshaft Seal

Governor Shaft

Washer

Governor Gear Asss'y.

Governor Spool

Retaining Ring

Screw

Flywheel Key

1 185

1 186

1 186B

1 200

1 203

1 204

1 206

1 207

7 209

1 215

1 219

Part

No.

611093

650880

650881

35135

610118

651024

651007

35187

37047

36448

36449

27878A

27880A

34035

34036

650691

650727

6021A

650713

35395

33369

650836

27882

35862

27881

32581

27896A

28423

28424

28425

35350

650128

29752

30088A

34587A

33263

33877

34667

36652

34677

31342

651029

610973

33878

650821

35440

34586

Description

Flywheel (W/Ring Gear)

Bellevilie Washer

Flywheel Nut

Solid State Ignition

Spark Plug Cover

Solid State Mounting Stud

Screw, Torx

Ground Wire

Cylinder Head Gasket

Cylinder Head

Exhaust Valve (Std.)

Exhaust Valve (1/32" Os)

Intake Valve(Std.)

Intake Valve (1/32" Os)

Washer

Screw

Resistor Spark Plug

Governor Gear Bracket

Screw

Valve Spring Cap

Valve Spring

Valve Spring Keeper

Valve Cover Gasket

Breather Body

Breather Element

Valve Cover

Breather Tube

Screw

Nut & Lock Washer

Screw

Choke Bracket

Carburetor to intake

pipe gasket

Intake Pipe

Governor Link

Choke Spring

Control Bracket

Compression Spring

Torx. Screw

Terminal

Throttle Link

Screw

Control Knob

Choke Rod

Qty.

Table continued on next page

Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.988501 for Craftsman

Snow Thrower Model 247.885500

Table continued from previous page

Key

No.

220

222

223

224

260

261

262

264A

265

275

276

277

281

282

285

287

29O

292

298

3OO

301

3O5

307

3O8

310

314

Part

No.

35438

28820

650378

27915A

35447A

650788

29747B

650802

33272B

35056

31588

651002

33013

650760

35985B

29752

30705

26460

650665

34156A

35355

35554

35499

35540

36205

650873

Description

Choke Knob

Screw

Screw, Torx

intake Pipe Gasket

Blower Housing

Screw

Screw, Torx

Screw

Cylinder Head Cover

Muffler

Locking Plate

Screw

Starter Bubble Cover

Screw

Starter Cup

Nut & Lock Washer

Fuel Line

Fuel Line Clamp

Screw

Fuel Tank

Fuel Cap

Oil Fill Tube

"O" Ring

Fill Tube Clip

Dipstick

Screw

Key

Qty. No.

2 315

2 323B

1 325

1 327

1 328

2 329

2 335

1 336

1 338

1 340

1 341

2 342

1 350

1 351

1 355

4 364

1 365

4 370

2 370C

1 370G

1 370H

1 380

1 390

1 396

1 400

1 900

Part

No.

611111

611118

29443

35392

35593

610973

35057A

650765

28942

34154

34155

650561

570682

32180C

590574

33377

650767

36261

36501

35077

35878

640052

590733

37000

36450A

Description

Alternator Coil

Terminal

Wire Clip

Starter Plug

Ignition Key

Terminal

Carburetor Cover

Screw

Fuel Tank Bracket

Screw

Primer Bulb

Primer Line

Starter Handle

Carburetor Cover Bracket

Screw

"Identification Decal

Primer Decal

Instruction Decal

Warning Decal

Carburetor

Rewind Starter

Electric Starter Motor

Gasket Set

Replacement Engine--non_

Qty.

Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.988501 for Craftsman

Snow Thrower Model 247.885500

Recoil Starter

Recoil Starter (Optional)

..............Part .....

No. No.

59O733

590599A

590600

590696

590601

590697

590698

590699

590709

590734

590535

590574

Description

Rewind Starter .............

Spring Pin (Incl. 4)

Washer

Retainer

Washer

Brake Spring

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y.

Starter Housing Ass'y.

Starter Rope (Length 98" x

9/64" Dia.)

Mitten Grip Handle (Not

Included With Starter)

Qty.

Key Pa_

No. No.

0 590749

1 590599A

2 590600

3 590679

4 590601

5 590678

6590680

7 590412

8 590682

11 59075O

12 590535

13 590574

Description

Rewind Starter

Spring Pin (Incl. 4)

Washer

Retainer

Washer

Brake Spring

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y

Starter Housing Ass'y.

Starter Rope (Length 98" x

9/64" Dia.)

Mitten Grip Handle (Not

Included With Starter)

Qty

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Call24 hours a day,7 daysa week

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Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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about an existing Agreement

call 9 am - 5 prn, Monday-Saturday

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