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owner's
manual

MODEL NO.
247.886700

CAUTION:

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/ CRAFTSMAN®

Read
INSTRUCTIONS
carefully

26" - 8 H.P. DUAL STAGE
SNOW THROWER
Optional Electric Starter Available
-Assembly
=Operation
-Maintenance
• Repair Parts

Sold by Sears, Roebuck
Part No. 770-66750

(RBJO802)

and Co., Chicago,

IL 60684
8188

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CRAFTSMAN
LIMITED

TWO YEAR WARRANTY

ON CRAFTSMAN

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WARRANTY

SNOW THROWER

For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Snow Thrower :s maintained, lubricated and tuned up
according to the instructions in Ihe owner's manual, Sears will repa=r, free of charge, any defect in materia{ and
workmanship.
if this Craftsman Snow Thrower _sused for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from
the date of purchase.
This warranty does not cover: Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as spark plugs, tire
chains and shear pins.
Repairs necessary because el operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank-shafts and the failure to mainlain the equipment according to the instructLons contained in the owner's manual.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT
UNITED STATES. This warranty applies only while {hfs product iS in use in the United States.

IN THE

This warranty gives you specific legaI rights, and you may also have ether rights which vary from state to stale.
SEARS,

ROEBUCK

AND

CO.

DEPT.

698/731A

SEARS TOWER

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OWNER'S
Record the following
DATE
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CITY:

information

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about your unit so that you will be able to provide
MODEL

PURCHASED:

IL 50684

INFORMATION

PURCHASED:
WHERE

CHICAGO,

NO./CODE:

it in case of loss or theft.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CRAFTSMAN WARRANTY .....................
OWNER'S INFORMATION .....................
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT ...................
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES .................
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
..................
Tools Required for Assembly ...............
Contents of Shipping Carton ..................
Unpacking ...........................
installing the Chute Crank ...............
Checking Adjustment of Clutch Cables ........
Installing the Headlight Assembly .............
Tire Pressure ..........................
Final Adjustments ..........................
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ................
Engine Operating Controls ..............
Snow Thrower Operating Controls ..........
To Service Engine .........................
To Start Engine .......................

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6, 7
7, 8
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To Stop Engine .............................
Operating the Snow Thrower ...............
MAINTENANCE ...........................
Maintenance Check List ....................
Lubrication ............................
STORAGE ................................
ADJUSTMENT/REPAIRS
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Skid Shoe Adjustment .................
Speed Select Lever Adjustment ..............
Cable Adjustment ........................
Belt Replacement ......................
Auger Shear Bolt Replacement
............
Spark Plug .............................
Carburetor Adjustment
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE ................
SNOW THROWER REPAIR PARTS ..........
ENGINE REPAIR PARTS .................
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS .......
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IMPORrAN

SAFE OPERATION

PRACTICES FOR WALK-BEHIND

SNOW THROWERS

THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED COULD
ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY ANDIOR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR SNOW
THROWER.
To reduce the potential for any injury, comply with the following safety instructions. Failure to comply with
the instructions may result in personal injury.

TRAINING

5. Stop engine whenever you leave the operating position,
before unclogging the auger!impeller housing or discharge
guide, and making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.

1. Read this owner's gurde carelutly. Be thoroughly faro, liar with
the controls and proper use of the equipment.
Know how to
stop
2. Never
adults

the unit and disengage

3. No one should operate
taking medication
that
4.

Keep
small

the controls

quickly.

allow ch=ldren to operate
equipment,
to Qperate equipment
without
proper

7, When cleaning, repairing, or respecting, make certain
auger/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. D_seonnee( spark plug wire and keep away from plug to prevent
accidental starling.

this unit while intoxicated
or while
Jmpabrs the senses or react,ons.

the area of operabOn
chlldren
ana pets.

5. Exerose
operating

6. Take all possible precautMons when leaving the unit unattended. Disengage the augerlimpeller,
shift rote neutral,
slop the engine, and remove the key,

Never allow
instruclions

clear

caution to avo_o shpplng
in reverse,

of all persons,

or failing,

especially

8. Do net run engine indoors, except when starting engine and
transporting snow thrower in or out el building. Open doors.
Exhaust fumes are dangerous+

when

PREPARATION

9. Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do n,otattempt to clear steep slopes.

1. Thoroughly
inspect the area where the equipment
is to be
used an=: remove
all door mats, sleds, boards,
wires and
other
2.

foreign

D_sengage
engine

objects.
all ctutches

and shift into neul;al

before

3. Do nol operate equipment
wJlhout wearing adequate
ouler garments.
Wear footwear which will improve
on slippery
surfaces.

10. Never operate snow thrower without guards, plates, or oLher
safety protection devices in place.

starting

4. Check the fuel before starting the engine, Gasoline
is an extremely flammable
fuel. Do not fill the gasoline
tank _ndoors,
while the engine is running,
or while the engine is Still hot
Replace
gasoline
cap securely
and wipe off any spilled
gasoline before starting Ihe engine as it may cause a fire or
explosion.
5. Use a grounded
three wire plug-in for all units with
drive motors or eleclnc
starting motors.
6.

Ad:lust auger
surface

Never attempt
ning
(except
manulacturer).

housing

height

1o clear gravel

to make any adlustmenls
where
specifically

electric

or crushed

is runby

temperature

before

Le! engine and machine
starting
tO clear snow.

Always wear safety glasses
or eye shtelds during operation
or wh;Ie performing
an adjustment
or repanr, to protecl eyes
trom foreign
objects that may be thrown from the machine
_n any direction.

paris

Keep

clear of

Never operate 1he machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.

14.

Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front
of unit.

capacity

power to augertimpellet

by attempting

to clear

when transporting or not

16.

Use only attachments and accessories approved by the
manufacturer
of snow thrower (SuCh as wheel weights,
counterweights,
cabs, etc.).

17.

Never operate the snow thrower without good ws_bility or light.
Always be sure of your fooling and keep a firm hold on the
handles. Watk, never run,

2. Never

AND STORAGE

slore

the

engine mounting
bolls, etc, at frequent
tightness to be sure equipment
is in safe

machine

w_tn fuel

in the fuel lank reside

building where ignition sources are present, such as hot water
and space heaters, clothes dnters, and the Iqke. Allow engine
to cool before storing
_n any enclosure.

3. Aher strtklng a foreign object, stop the engine, remove wire
from spark plug, and thoroughly
inspect the snow lhrower
for any damage.
Repair the _amage
before restarting
and
operating the snow thrower.

3. Always
refer to owner's
manual
instructions
for important
details if snow thrower nSto be store0 for an extended penod.
4.

Mainta,

replace

safety

and

instruction

labels,

necessary.

4. If the snow thrower should start to vnbrate abnormally,
stop
the engine and check immediately
for the cause. Vibration
is generally
a warmng of trouble.
Im

13.

machine
a rate,

1. Check shear bolts,
intervals for proper
working condition.

Exercise
extreme
caution when operating
on Or crossing
gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards
or traffic
DO not carry passengers.

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Do not overload
snow at too fasl

MAINTENANCE

OPERATION
near rotating
times.

12,

15. Oise_gage

rock

1. Do not put hanc_s or feet
discharge
opening at all

Never operate snow thrower near glass enclosures,
automobiles, windows wells, drop oils, etc., without proper
adjustment ol snow thrower discharge angle. Keep chntdren
and pets away.

in use.

while engine
recommended

adjust to outdoor

11
w=mer
footing

Run machine
a few minutes
freeze up of auger/impeller.

alter

throwing

snow

to prevent

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
II
"l TOOLS
REQUIRED FOR
1 Knife (to cut carton)

Cotter

ASSEMBLY

2 1/2" Wrenches (or Adjustable Wrenches)
1 Pair of Pliers

({
})
Pin
_...,/X
3/8"
!= Flat
Carriage Bolt
Washers
Long
Carriage Bolts
314" Long

1 9/16" Wrench (or Adjustable Wrench)
CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON
1. Snow Thrower--completely
assembled except for
the chute crank assembly, headlight, and upper
handle which has been folded down for shipping.
2. Chute Crank Assembly
3. Headlight Kit (small box) which contains:
1 Headlight Assembly
1 Lock Washer 5116" I,D.
1 Hex Nut 5/16-t8 Thread
2 Cab4e Ties

5116" Cupped
Washers

4. Hardware Pack (plastic bag) which contains the
-,---hardware
shown in figure 1 (shown actual size),
plus one chute crank bracket which is not shown.
UNPACKING
(_.5116"

1. Cut the four corners of the carton from top to bottom. Lay the panels flat on the ground.

Hex
Nuts

2. Remove all packing inserts, Make certain all loose
parts and literature have been removed before
discarding the inserts or carton.

FIGURE 1.

3. The control cables may be taped to the handles
for shipping purposes only. Remove any tape thai
is present.

fHand

4. Loosen the hand knobs on each side of the unit.
See figure 2. Raise the upper handle into operating
position. Do not tighten the hand knobs at this time.

Knob

5. Pull the snow thrower out of the carton by the
handle.

INSTALLING

THE CHUTE CRANK
I_

NOTE

Reference to right and left hand side of
the snow thrower is from the operator's
position at the handle.

Upp_
Handle

!. Secure the right hand side of upper and lower
handles and handle panel with 2" long carriage
bolt. 5116" cupped washer and hex nut. See figure
3. Install the carriage bolt into the lower hole with
the head of the carriage bolt to the outside. Cupped
side of washer goes against the handle panel.
Tighten securely.

FIGURE 2.

2. Thread one 5/16" hex nut about halfway into the
eyebolt on the chute crank assembly.
Washer
Nut
FIGURE 3.

3. Insert the eyebolt into the lower hole in the left hand
side of upper and lower handles and handle panel.
Secure with 5/16" cupped washer (cupped side of
washer goes against the handle panel) and hex
nut. Do not tighten at this time.

arriage
Bolt 2"
Long
4

4. Rotate the discharge chute so the opening is facing the front of the snow thrower.
5, Attach chute crank bracket to the extension on the
left side of the chute opening (bracket goes
-,----.---beneath
the extension) as shown in figure 4.
Secure with two 3/4" long carriage bolts, 5/16"
cupped washers (cupped side of washers go
against the chute bracket) and hex nuts. Do not
tighten at this time.
6. Place one 3t8" flat washer on the end of the chute
crank assembly, insert the end of the crank into
the plastic bushing in the chute crank bracket. See
figure 5.

Chute
Crank
Bracket

Carriage,/4.
LongB°ltsi

Cupped

Hex,

Nuts

7.
FIGURE 4.

9.
Cotter
Pin

10.

I_
NOTE
If necessary, adjust the hex nuts on the
eyebolt so the chute crank does not
touch the engine.
Place the other 3/8" flat washer on the end of the
chute crank, and insert the cotter pin into the hole
in the end of crank. Secure by bending the ends
of the cotter pin in opposite directions.
Adjust the chute crank bracket so the spirals on
the chute crank fully engage" the notches on the
chute. Tighten the hex nuts to secure the bracket
in this position.
Tighten the hex nuts on the eyebolt at the handle
panel,
Tighten the hand knobs which secure the upper
and lower handles.

CHECK ADJUSTMENT

Chute
Bracket
Crank /
Flat
Washers
FIGURE 5.

!f
Lever

Rubberl,II

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OF CLUTCH CABLES

The clutch cables have been adjusted at the factory.
However, check the adjustment before operating the
snow thrower. Working on one side of the unit, proceed
as follows.
Place a nickel on top of the rubber stop on the upper
handle. See figure 6A, Raise the clutch lever so it is
just touching the nickel.
The clutch cable should be straight without putting
any pressure on the rubber stop beneath the nickel.
-.,----See figure 6B. There should be no tension on the
cable.
If adjustment is necessary, adjust the hex nuts at the
cable bracket as instructed in the Adjustment section
on page 13.
Check the adjustment for the other clutch cable in the
same manner.
WARNING

Cable is
Straight
,_
Rubber
Stop

FIGURE 6.

Straight
is

Ca ble_ i/t_j_'_
Bracket _Y_ "_ Hex
t_/" /
"Nuts

There must not be any tension on
either of the cables with the clutch
levers in the released position. Make
certain the rubber cap is in place over
the threaded end of the cable casing.
This rubber cap prevents water from
seeping into the casing, which could
freeze and cause the controls not to
operate correctly.

Cross
Bolt

INSTALLING

THE HEADLIGHT ASSSEMBLY

1. Insert the carriage bolt on the bottom of the
headlight assembly through the hole provided on
the right hand side of upper handle. See figure 7.

Hex
Nut

2. Secure with 5/16" lock washer and hex nut provided in the headlight kit,

Lock

3, Pivot the headlight so it will illuminate the path to
be cleared. Tighten the cross bolt to hold the
headlight in this position. See figure 7,
4. Route the wire behind the handle panel and to the
inside of the handle as shown in figure 8. Route
it to the inside of the fuel line. Plug the wire from
the headlight into the wire lead on the engine
(located beneath the fuel tank).

Bolt

FIGURE7.
-.
Cable
Ties

5. Secure the wire to the upper handle using one
cable tie as shown in figure 8. Loop any excess
wire and attach it to the lower handle with the other
cable tie as shown.
TIRE PRESSURE
The tires are overinflated for shipping purposes. Cl_eck
the tire pressure, and reduce to 15 to 20 psi. The tire
pressure must be equal in both tires.

Fuel
Tank

Wire

FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
Before operating the snow thrower, adjust the skid
shoes to accomodate the type of surface to be cleared,
and check the adjustment of the speed select lever.
Refer to Skid Shoe Adjustment and Speed Select Lever
Adjustment in Adjustments/Repairs section on page 12.
Wire

FIGURE8.

Line

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS
Starter
Handle

1. STOP
ENGINE
BEFORE
AND
SERVICING
UNIT
2. KEEP
CLEAR
IS RUNNING
3. NEVER
DIRECT
OR WINDOWS
OF UNIT
4.

REMOVING

IMPELLER

DISCHARGE
OR ALLOW

WHILE

DEBRIS
ENGINE

AT BYSTANDERS
ANYONE
IN FRONT

THOROUGHLY
INSPECT
THE
AREA
WHERE
THE
EQUIPMENT
IS TO BE USED
AND
REMOVE
ALL DOOR
MATS,
SLEDS,
BOARDS,
WIRES
AND
OTHER
FOREIGN
OBJECTS
REFER
TO OWNERS
MANUAL
FOR FULL
INSTRUCTIONS

Ignition
Ke_

ENGINE OPERATING CONTROLS

Choke
Knob

The engine operating controls and the,r functions are
as follows (see figure 9):
Throttle
engine.

Control Lever--Used

to control speed of
FIGURE

Thr, ,ttle
Control

Primer
Button

ChokeKnob--UseFULLchokepositionto start a cold
engine.
Primer Button--Used to inject fuel directly into the carburetor to insure fast starts in cold weather.

See figure 11. Loosen the hand knob on the side of the
discharge chute to adjust. Pivot the chute to desired
position, and retighten hand knob.

Ignition Key--Must be inserted into ignition key slot
to start engine. Pull out to stop. Do not turn ignition key.
Starter Handle--Used to manually start the engine. An
Electric Starter kit is available. See Engine Repair Parts
section of this manual for kit number.
SNOW THROWER OPERATING

CONTROLS

The snow thrower operating controts and their functions
are as follows (see figure 10):
Speed Select Lever--Located on the handle panel.
The speed select lever allows the operator to use one
of the six (6) forward speeds, neutral or reverse. To
shift, move the speed select lever to desired position.
I_

Knob

N OTE

Release the traction drive clutch lever
before shifting gears.
Traction Drive Clutch Lever--Located on the right
handle, the traction drive clutch lever is used to propel
the snow thrower forward or in reverse. Push lever
down to engage; release lever to disengage.
Auger Drive Clutch Lever--Located
on the left handle, the auger drive clutch lever is used to engage and
disengage the auger and impeller. Push down to
engage; release to disengage.
Traction Drive

Auger Drive

Clutch L_ver

Clutch Lever

FIGURE 11.
Weight Transfer Lever--Located on the right side of
the snow thrower. Move the lever away from the engine,
then forward or backward to select one of three positions for operation. See figure 12.
1. Packed Snow--Shifts
additional weight to the
snow thrower housing to keep the front end down
to the ground for hard-packed or icy snow conditions.
2. Normal Snow--Weight is distributed more evenly
for normal snow removal.
.

Light Snow--Weight is shifted toward the back of
the snow thrower. Use this position when clearing
a light snowfall, especially on gravel or uneven surfaces. This is also the best position for transport.

Weight
Transfer
Lever

3hute
Crank

FIGURE
FIGURE

10.

Discharge Chute--The
direction snow is thrown can
be changed by turning the chute crank. See figure 10.
Turn clockwise
to discharge
to the left, Turn
counterclockwise
to discharge to the right. The distance
snow is thrown can be adjusted by raising the discharge
chute for greater distance, or lowering for less distance.

12.

Drive Wheels--The wheels may be adjusted for two
different methods of operation. The adjustment is made
by moving the "kwik" pin on the ends of the axle to
one of two different positions.
t. Dual Wheel Drive--For heavy snow, insertthe kwik
pins into the wheel hubs for power drive to both
wheels. See figure 13.

Oil Cap/
Dipstick

Fuel
Fill

NOTE: Oil level
must be between
full and add mark

FIGURE 15.
Caution: 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 fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid
engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied
before slorage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,
start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See
Storage section of this manual for additional informarion.

FIGURE 13.
2. Single Wheel Drive--Remove the kwik pin from the
wheel hub on one side of the unit, and place in the
outside hole in the axle. See figure 14. This position allows power drive to one wheel only, making
the unit easier to maneuver during transport. If
traction while throwing snow becomes a problem,
place kwik pin in Dual Wheel Drive position.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
WARNING
Never fill fuel tank indoors, when engine
is running or while engine is still hot.
Never fill fuel tank completely.
Fill
tank to within !!4 to 1/2 inch from the
top to provide space for expansion of
fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel before
starting engine. Store gasoline in a
clean, approved container.
3. Make certain the spark plug is tightened securely
into engine, and spark plug wire is attached to
spark plug. If torque wrench is available, torque
plug to between !8 and 23 foot pounds.

FIGURE 14.
TO SERVICE ENGINE
The engine on this snow thrower was shipped without
oil in the crankcase, Oil must be added before engine
is started.

TO START ENGINE

1, Position snow thrower so engine is level. Remove
oil fill cap and dipstick. See figure 15. Fill
crankcase to FULL mark on dipstick (about 1-112
pints) with SAE 10W30 motor oil or equivalent. Do
not overfill. Tighten fill cap and dipstick securely
each time you check oit level. If temperature is consistently 20°F. or lower, SAE 5W30 motor oil may
be substituted.

1. Make certain the auger and traction drive clutch
levers are in the disengaged (released) position.
2. Move throttle control up to FAST postion. Insert ignition key into slot. See figure 16. Be certain it
snaps into place. Do not turn key.
3. Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position (cold
engine start).

2. Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, lead-free grade
automotive gasoline.

If engine is warm, place choke in OFF position instead of FULL.
8

4, Push primer button two or three times. See figure
16. If engine is warm, push primer button once
only.

WARNING4_4__e'_
I
Temperature of muffler and surrounding
areas may exceed 150°F, Avoid these
areas.

Always cover vent hole in primer button
with finger
while pushing.
Additional
priming may be necessary
for the first
start if temperature
is below 15°F.
Grasp starter handle (see figure 16) and pull rope
out slowly, until it pulls slightly harder. Let rope rewind slowly,

AVOID
INJURY
FROM
ROTATING
AUGER-

KEEP
HANDS,
FEET,
LAND
CLOTHIN(;
AWAY

'Starter
Handle

IIIII

TO STOP

Primer

Ignition
Key
Knob

Throttle
Control

Pull starter handle rapidly. Do not allow handle to
snap back. Allow it to rewind slowly while keeping
a firm hold on the starter handle.
Iml_
If recoil

starter

NOTE
is frozen

and

will

not

crank the engine, proceed as follows:
a. Pull as much rope out of the starter as
possible.
b. Release starter handle and let it snap
back against the starter.
Only use the above procedure
when
necessary
to free a frozen starter.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 until engine starts. If engine
fails to start, repeat steps 4. 5 and 6 until engine
starts.

As engine warms up and begins to operate evenly, rotate choke knob slowly to OFF position, If
engine falters, return to FULL choke, then slowly
move to OFF position.
I_

1. Run engine for a few minutes before stopping
help dry off any moisture on the engine.

2. To help prevent possible freeze-up of starter, proceed as follows. With engine running, pull starter

FIGURE 16.
6.

ENGINE

NOTE

Allow the engine to warm up for a few
minutes as the engine will not develop
full power until it reaches operating
temperature.

rope with a rapid, continuous
lull arm stroke three
or four times. Pulling the starter rope will produce
a loud clattering sound, which is not harmful to the
engine or starter.
3. To stop engine, remove the ignition key. Do not
turn key. Disconnect
the spark plug wire from the
spark plug to prevent accidental
starting while
equipment
is unattended.

11_

NOTE

Do not lose ignition key. Keep it in a
sale place.
Engine will riot start
without the ignition key.
4. Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor
cover in the area of the control levers. Also, move
control levers back and forth several times. Move
throttle control lever to FAST and leave in this posit_on. Move choke control to FULL choke position.
OPERATING

THE SNOW THROWER

1. Start the engine as instructed previously.
2. Adjust the discharge chute up or down as desired.
Then use the chute crank to position the discharge
to discharge snow with the wind. Do not throw
snow toward a building as hidden objects could be
discharged with enough force to cause damage.
3, Make certain the weight transfer lever is positioned as necessary for current snow conditions,

With the traction drive clutch lever released, use
the speed select lever to set desired speed, Use
a slower ground speed for wet, heavy or deep
snow. Reduce speed if the wheels slip. Operate
the engine at full throttle for maximum efficiency.

WARNING,
I_

To stop the forward motion, release the traction drive
clutch lever. Release the auger drive clutch lever to stop
the snow throwing action.
Operating Tips
1. For most efficient snow removal, remove snow immediately after it falls.

2. Discharge snow downwind whenever possible.
Slightly overlap each previous swath,

Be certain the traction drive clutch
lever is released before moving the speed
select lever.
.

3. Set the skid shoes 1/4" below the scraper bar for
normal usage, The skid shoes may be adjusted upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward (raising the scraper bar) when using on gravel or
uneven surfaces.

Making certain no bystanders or obstacles are in
front of the unit, engage the auger drive clutch
lever (located on left handle).
Engage the traction drive clutch lever, located on
the right handle. As the snow thrower starts to
move, maintain a firm hold on the handle, and
guide the snow thrower along the path to be
cleared. Do not attempt the push the snow thrower.

4. Be certain to follow the precautions listed under
"To Stop Engine" on page 9 to prevent possible
freeze-up.
5. Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.

MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Disconnect the spark plug wire before performing any
repairs or maintenance,

CHECK

LIST

I
SERVICE

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-- '_
_ "_ _

Check Engine O_t

•

Change Engine Oil
T_ghten

All Bolls

•

and

Nuts

•

FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

•

O i

•

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Check

Adjustment

Check

Spark Piug

Adjust

Drive

o1 Clutch

,.......

Cables

•
,.d

Belts

•

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

Lubricate Pivot Points (see below)

•

Lubricate Drwe Chain

•

Check Fuel
Drain Fuel

•

•
@

•
I

RECORD

_ "_
_ _

•

The Maintenance Check List is supplied to assist the
operator in proper maintenance of the snow thrower.
This is only a check list; instructions for adjustments
will be found in the Adjustments/Repairs section of this
manual.

Drive Chain--Using engine oil, lubricate the drive
chain after each 10 hours of operation and before
storage as follows.
1. Make certain the speed select lever is in Neutral.
Tip the snow thrower forward so it rests on the
housing.

Some adjustments
will need to be made periodically
to properly
maintain your snow thrower.
All adjustments
manual should
following
season.

should

in AdjustmentstRepairs
section of this
be checked at least once a season, The
be performed

more than

once

each

There are two openings in the bottom cover. The
drive chain can be oiled through the left opening.
Turn the left wheel by hand to rotate the chain so
the entire chain can be lubricated.

All Bolls and Nuts--Should be checked often to make
certain they are tight, preferably after each use.
Engine and Snow Thrower--Lubricate
in the following section.

as instructed
Pivot Points--Grease pivot slots and pivot arms (both
sides of unit) before each season, before storage and
after each 10 hours of operation, using a mufti-purpose
automotive grease. See figure 18. After applying
grease, work the weight transfer lever back and forth
to distribute the grease.

LUBRICATION
Engine Lubrication--Check Oil Level before starting
engine and every 5 hours of operation. Oil level must
be maintained between the "Full" and "Add" marks
on dipstick. Refer to "'To Service Engine" instructions
on page 8.

I_1)

NOTE

Figure 18 is shown with the wheel removed
for clarity only. It is not necessary to
remove the wheel to lubricate the pivot
slots and pivot arms.

Change Oil after first 2 hours of operation
and every
25 hours thereafter, Change at least once a year if the
snow thrower is not used for 25 hours.

Pivot

To drain oil, position snow thrower so the oil drain plug
is the lowest point on the engine. Remove oil drain plug
and oil fill cap. See figure 17. Drain oil into a suitable
container. Oil will drain more freely when warm.
Replace
oil drain plug and tighten securely.
Refill
crankcase with SAE 10W30 motor oil, SAE 5W30 motor
oil may be substituted
20°F, or lower.

Oil
Dipstick

Plug

when temperature

is consistently

j,,

Slot
FIGURE

18.

Transmission--The transmission is lubricated at the
factory and does require not additional lubrication. If
the transmission is disassembled for service, lubricate
with 12 ounces of Benalene grease. Order part number
737-0223 (10 ounce tube)through your nearest Sears
Service Center.

NOTE: Oil level
must be between
full and add mark

FIGURE 17.
11

STORAGE

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•

WARNINGS:

Never store engine with fuel in tank
indoors
or in poorly ventilated
enctosures, where fumes may reach an
open flame, spark or pilot light such
as on a furnace, water heater, clothes
dryer, etc.
It is important to prevent gun deposits from forming Jn
essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel
hose or fuel tank during storage. Aiso, experience indicates that atcohol blended fuels (called gasoho! or
using ethanol 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 of 30 days or longer. Follow
these instructions.
!. Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine
stops due to lack of fuel.
2. Disconnect fuel hne at carburetor or fuel tank. Be
careful not to damage tuel line, fittings or fuel tank.
Drain any remaining fuel from the system.

Drain fue! into approved container
outdoors, away from open flame.

If gasohol has been used, complete the
preceding instructions. Then put a small
amount of unleaded (or regular) grade
gasoline into fuel tank and repeat steps
1 and 2.
,

Change oil if it has not been changed recently.
Refer to Maintenance section.
Remove the spark plug and squirt one ounce of
clean engine oil into spark plug hole. Cover the
spark plug hole with a clean rag. Purl the starter
rope slowly to allow the piston to coat the internal
engine parts. Reinstall the spark plug. Do not connect spark plug wire.

5. Thoroughly clean the snow thrower, if unit is to be
stored in an unventilated or metal storage shed,
coat any metal parts with a light oil or silicone to
prevent rust.
6. Store in a clean, dry area.

ADJUSTMENTS/REPAIRS
_ WARNING_
Always stop engine and disconnect spark
plug wire before performing
any
adjustments or repairs.
SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT
The snow thrower is equipped with two adjustable skid
shoes, located on each side of the auger housing. The
skid shoes determine the distance between the scraper
bar and the ground, which varies according to the type
of surface to be cleared.
Normal,

Hard Surfaces

When removing snow from a normal, hard surface such
as a paved driveway or walk, the skid shoes should be
adjusted to be approximately
114" lower than the
scraper bar.
To adjust, proceed as foltows.
1. Place the weight transfer lever in the "Normal
Snow" (m+ddle) position.
2. Make certain both tires are inflated equally (15 to
20 psi), and that neither tire is resting on a link of
the tire chains.

3. Place the threaded ends of the spare shear bolts
(provided in hardware pack) under the scraper bar,
one at each end, See figure 19.

4. Loosen the four hex nuts on the skid shoes. Push
each skid shoe up or down until it touches the
ground. Retighten the hex nuts securely.
Make certain the snow thrower is set at the same height
on both sides, and the entire bottom surface of skid
shoe is against the ground to avoid uneven wear.

Uneven or Rocky Surfaces
When removing snow from uneven, rocky or gravel surfaces, raise the scraper bar by moving the skid shoes
down to avoid throwing gravel. Adjust as instructed
above, using thicker objects under the scraper bar to
act as spacers.
I_

NOTE

Both the skid shoes and the shave
plate are subject to wear and should
be replaced when necessary.

_
......

Auger
--ShearBolts

is necessary if there is excess slack in either cable with
the clutch lever released.
To adjust, loosen the hex nuts at the cable bracket. See
figure 21A. Place a nickel on top of the rubber stop on
the upper handte. Raise the clutch lever so it is just
touching the nickel. See figure 21B. Adjust the hex nuts
at the cable bracket so the clutch cable is straight
without putting any pressure on the rubber stop on
the handle. Move the hex nuts up toward the end of
the cable casing to tighten the cable; move the hex nuts
down to loosen the cable. When correct adjustment is
reached, retighten the hex nuts at the cable bracket.
Make certain to slide the rubber cap over the threaded
end of the cable casing.

/.: _/_

Shear Bolts _j_€
(Normal,
Hard
Surfaces)
FIGURE
SPEED

Shoe

19.
SELECT

LEVER

ADJUSTMENT

TO check the neutral adjustment
lever, proceed as follows.
Place
With
grip)
move

for the speed

There
either

select

in the released position.

the speed select lever Jn the Neutral position.
the traction drive clutch lever (right hand clutch
engaged,
rol! lhe unit back and forth, It should
freely.

Rubber

';l

Move the shift lever to Reverse position. Engage the
fraction drive clutch lever, and roll the unit back and
forth. The wheels should lock up.
If adjustment

is needed,

loosen the hex nuts near the

the hex nuts when the correct

adjustment

Clutch
Lever

Clutch
Cable
is
Straight

top and bottom of the speed select rod (bottom nut has
left hand threads).
See figure 20. Place the unit in
neufrat (unit will roll freety with the traction drive clutch
lever engaged).
Check to see that the speed select
lever lines up with the "N" on the handle panel. If the
indicator on the lever is to the left of the "'N", turn the
rod clockwise
to lengthen the rod as shown in figure
20. If the indicator on the lever is to the right of the "N",
turn the rod counterclockwise
to shorten
the rod.
Retighten
reached.

I_
NOTE
must not be any tension on
cable with the clutch levers

Hex
--Nuts

Rubber,s.
Stop

Bracket

FIGURE 21.
BELT REPLACEMENT
Auger Drive Belt
1. Disconnect
the spark

plug wire

from

the spa_k

plug.

Loo
Hex

Disconnect chute crank assembly at the discharge
chute by removing the cotter pin and flat washer.

Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the
engine by removing three self-tapping screws. See
figure 22. A 112" wrench is required.

Belt
Cover

L°°sen
H_hrNeU__
(Left Hand

Self-Tapping

FIGURE 20.
CABLE ADJUSTMENT
Periodic adjustment of the cables may be required due
to normal stretch and wear on the belts. Adjustment

FIGURE

22.

4. Remove the hairpin clip shown in figure 23.
Unhook the brake spring from the weld pin on the
idler bracket.
t]l_

Auger
Belt

NOTE

Remove

Figure 23 is show with the chute
assembly
removed for clarity only.
It is not necessary to remove the
chute when replacing the belts.
5. Using a 1!2" wrench, loosen upper left hand belt
guard and pivot out of the way. Remove the right
hand belt guard and cupped washer, A 9116"
wrench is requJred.

Weig
Transfer
Lever

6. Roll belt off the engine pultey.
7. Unhook the cable from the weld pin on the idler
bracket. See figure 23.
Right
Belt Guard

(Do Not

Upper Left
Belt Guard

FIGURE 24.
I
NOTE
Be certain to check the condition of
the drive belt when the two halves of
the unit are separated.
Replace if
necessary.
.

Using a 15116" wrench, remove the four shoulder
bolts and cupped washers which act as belt
keepers. See figure 25.

10. Roll belt off the auger pulley.
11. Remove the second hairpin clip from the weld pin
on the idler bracket.

pring

!2. Push the idler to the right to extend the spring.
Remove belt from between idler pulley and weld
pin. See figure 25.

Weld Pin on
Idler Bracket

13. Reassemble new belt in reverse order.
Idler

FIGURE 23.

8. Separate
follows.

the snow thrower into two halves as

a. Move weight transfer
Snow" position.

lever to the "Packed

b. Using a 9/16" wrench, remove the top bolts
which attach the auger housing to the frame
assembly. Loosen (do not remove) the bottom
bolts. See figure 24.

Auger_
Pulley

c. Lift up on the auger drive belt to pull the auger
housing off the frame assembly, The snow
thrower will separate into two halves.

'X_k.-_,-=J_/'//
]_ /
"_.'\_/
!_/

Belt Keepers

d. Tip the auger housing forward so it rests on the
front of the housing.

FIGURE 25.
14

Drive Belt

Allen
Wrench

1. Follow steps 1 through 8 of the previous section.
2. Disconnect the drive cable from the traction drive
clutch lever (on right side of handle) by removing
the hex nut and slipping the cable off the weld pin.

Idler
Fixed
Idler

3. Unhook the spring from the idler bracket. See
figure 26.

Unhook
!pring
Center
Nut
FIGURE 27.
AUGER SHEAR BOLT REPLACEMENT
The augers are secured to the auger shaft with two
special shear bolts and hex lock nuts. if you hit a foreign
object or ice jam, snow thrower is designed so the bolts
will break (to protect the snow thrower). Refer to figure
19,
If the augers will not turn, check to see if the hex bolts
have sheared. Two spare bolts and hex lock nuts have
been provided with the snow thrower. Use only original
equipment
shear
bolts
and nuts,
part numbers
710-0890 (shear bolt)and
712-0429 (hex lock nut).

FIGURE 26.

Slip belt from between belt guard and fixed idler
pulley as shown in figure 27.

SPARK PLUG
Clean spark plug and reset gap periodically. Clean area
around spark plug base before removing to prevent dirt
from entering engine. Replace spark plug if electrodes
are pitted or burned, or if porcelain is cracked. Spark
plug replacement is recommended at beginning of each
season. Reter to Engine Repair Parts section of this
manual for proper replacement plug. If reusing spark
plug, clean by carefully scraping electrodes (do not
sand blast or use wire brush). Be certain entire spark
plug is clean. Cleck electrodes gap with a wire feeler
gauge, and reset gap to 0.030 if necessary. See figure
28.

Using a 1/8" Allen wrench, loosen (do not remove)
the two set screws in the groove of the fixed idler
pulley.

NOTE
The lwo set screws
are on opposite
sides
of
the
pulley.
It may
be
necessary
to pull the starter
rope
slightly
to rotate
the pulley,
which
wil! allow access
to the set screws.
Be certain
nected.

spark

plug

wire

is discon-

Install spark plug in engine, and tighten securely. If torque wrench is available, torque plug to between t8 and
23 foot pounds.

Remove the fixed idler putley and belt. Remove
belt from around idler pulley.

Using a 3/4" socket wrench, remove the center nut
from the drive pulley. Slide pulley out, and remove
the belt.

Reassemble the new belt, following
reverse order.

instructions

.030

in
FIGURE

28.

CARBURETOR

ADJUSTMENT
iNG4_'4_'e'_'
WA RN

Allow the engine to run undisturbed for a few seconds
between each new setting so that the engine can react
to each setting.

If any adjustments are made to the
engine while the engine is running
(e.g., carburetor), keep clear of all
moving parts. Be carefuZ of heated
surfaces and muffler.

WARNING
Never tamper with the engine governor,
which is set at the factory for proper
engine speed. Overspeeding the engine
above factory high speed setting is
dangerous.
If you think the engine
governed high speed needs adjusting,
contact your nearest SEARS Service
Center, who has the proper equipment
and experience to make any necessary
adjustments.

The carburetor has been pre-set at the factory and
should not require adjustment. However, if the carburetor needs adjustment, proceed as follows. See
figure 29.
1. Close high speed adjusting screw by hand. Do not
overtighten. Then open it 1 114 to 1 !t2 turns.
2. Close idle adlusting screw by hand. Do not overtighten. Then open it 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 turns.
3. Start the engine, and allow it to warm up.
4, Set the throttle control to FAST. Adjust high speed
adjusting screw in or out until the engine runs
smoothly at full throttle. If the engine has a tendency to stall under load, open high speed adjusting
screw slightly to obtain a richer fuel mixture.
5. Set the throttle control to SLOW. Adjust idle a0justing screw in or out until the engine runs
smoothly at idle.

_,,...--.
FIGURE 29.

High*Speed Adjustment Needle
(Close Finger Tight Only)

TROUBLE SHOOTING
TROUBLE

POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

CORRECTIVE

Engine fails to start

1,
2.
3.
4+
5.

Engine

1. Unit running on CHOKE.
2. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

runs

erratic

GUIDE

Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel.
B_ocked fuel line.
Key not in switch on eng,ne.
Spark plug wire disconnecled.
Faulty spark plug.

3. Water or dirt in fuel system.
4. Carburetor

out of adjustment.

1
2.
3,
4.
5.

ACTION

Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
Clean fuel line.
Insert key+
Connect wire to spark plug.
Clean, adjust gap or replace.

1, Turn choke knob to OFF position.
2, Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean
fresh gasoline.
3, Remove carburetor bowl to drain fuel tank.
Refill with fresh fuel.
4, Adjust carburetor (see Carburetor Adjustment in
Adjustments/Repairs
section of this manual).
........ ,

,,,,,,,,,

Loss of Dower

1. Spark plug wire loose.
2. Gas cap vent hole plugged.

1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2. Remove ice and snow from cap.
Be certain vent hote is clear,

Engine

1. Carburetor
properly.

1+ Adiust carburetor (see Carburetor
Adjustment in Adjustments/Repairs section
of this manual).
2. Fill crankcase with the proper oil+

overheats

Excessive

wbration

Hard to shift, or will
not shift

Unit fails to propel
itself

not adjusted

Engine oil level low.
Loose parts or damaged
impeller.

Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire, Tighten all bolls and nuts.
Make all necessary repairs. If vibration continues,
have unit serviced by a SEARS Service Center.

Speed select rod misadjusted

Readjusl speed select rod (see Speed Select
Lever Adjustment in Adjustments/Repairs
section of this manual).

1. Unit in neutral.

2. Kwik pins not in proper position.
3. Incorrect
adjustment
el traction
drive cable.
4.

Drive

bell loose or damaged.

5. Transmission

Unit fails to
discharge snow

problem.

1. Shear bolt broken.

2. Discharge chute clogged.

3. Foreign object lodged in auger.
4. Incorrect adjustment of auger
drive cable,
5. Auger drive belt loose or
damaged.

t. Move speed select lever to one of the 6
forward speeds or reverse (readjusl speed
select lever if needed),
2. Place kwik pins in wheel hub.
3. Adjust traction drive cable. Refer to Cable
Adjustment in Adjustments/Repairs
section
of this manual.
4. Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt
Replacement in Adjustments/Repairs
section of this manual.
5, Have unit serviced by a SEARS Service
Center.
1. Replace shear bolt. Refer to Auger Shear
Bolt Replacement in Adjustments/Repairs
section of this manual.
2. Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark piug wire. Clean discharge chute
and inside of auger housing.
3. Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Remove object from auger.
4. Adjust auger drive cable. Refer to Cable
Adjustment in Adjustments/Repairs
section
of this manual.
5. Replace auger drive belt. Refer to Belt
Replacement in AdjustmentslRepairs
section el this manual.

NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your nearest SEARS Service Center.

SEARS CRAFTSMAN

26" SNOW THROWER

Repair Parts--Handle

MODEL

NO. 247.886700

Details

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14

_42

4132

5_?

36 45

49
18

SEARS

CRAFTSMAN

26" SNOW THROWER

MODEL

NO. 247.886700

Repair Parts
KEY
NO.

1
2
3

8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
!6
17
18
19

20
21
22
23
24

25
26
31
32

i33

PART
NO.

09966
710-0136
7t0-0216
710-0572
712-0291
712-0798
712-0392
712-0267
731-0496
735-0199
736-0169
736-0242
738-0560
738-0561
746-0692
746-0693
749-0779
749-0780
749-0783
784-5394
784-5395
784-5431
784-5432
784-5433
736-0142
712-0181
712-0241
712-0312

"Common

Hardware--May

DESCRIPTION

Hand Knob
Hex Bolt 1/4-20x 1,75" Lg.
Hex Bolt 318-16 x .75" Lg.*
Carriage Bolt 5116-18 x 2,5" Lg,
Hex L-Nut 1/4-20Thd
Hex Nut 318-16 Thd,"
Hex Lock Stop Nut 1/4-28Thd.
Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd."
Plastic Plug
Rubber Bumper
L-Wash. 318" I.D.*
Bell-Wash..345"
I.D,
Shld, 8olt ,374" Dia,
Shld, Nut 1/4-20 Thd.
Clutch Cable 25.5" Lg.
Auger Cable 25.5" Lg.
Lower Handle--R,H.
Lower Handte--L.H,
Upper Handle Ass'y.
Cable Bracket--R,H.
Cable Bracket--L.H,
Clutch Grip Ass'y,--L,H.
Clutch Grip Ass'y,--R,H
Handle Panel Ass'y.
R-Wash. 114" I,D, x 1t2" O.D.
Hex Ins. L-Nut 3/8-t6 Thd.
Hex Nut 3/8-24 Thd.
Hex Nut 3t8-24 L.H. Thd.

be purchased

KEY
NO.

PART
NO,

341 712-0711
351 723-0156
723-0351
736-0169
39 736-0185
40 736-0256
41 736-0219
42 738-0372
43 747-0577
45 784-5390
46 784-5392
47 720-0218
48 710-0487
49 784-5388
5O 710-0599
51 O598O
52 715-0138
53 720-0201A
54 726-0100
55 741-0475
56 747-0416A
57 784-5386
58 736-0119
59 710-0116
60 13359
6!
725- t 300
62 725-0586
770-6675D

locally,

DESCRIPTION

Hex Jam Nut 3/8-24 Thd,
Ball Joint Ass'y, 318-24 Thd.
Bali Joint Ass'y. 3!8-24 LH. Thd.
L-Wash, 3/8" I.D.*
FI-Wash..406"
I.D.
FI-Wash..635"
I.D.
Bell-Wash..39"
I,D.

Shoulder Spacer
Shift Rod
Shift Arm
Shift Lever Ass'y.
Shift Knob
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2" Lg.
Bottom Cover
Hex TT-Tap Scr, 1/4-20 x .5" Lg.
Chute Crank Ass'y.
Roll Pin 1/8" Dia,
Chute Crank Knob
Pushnut 318" Rod
Plastic Bushing .38" I.D.
Eyebolt
Shift Support
L.Wash, 5t16" I.D,
Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.0" Lg."
Lamp Mounting Brkt,
Headlight
Headlight Housing
Owner's Manual

SEARS CRAFTSMAN

26" SNOW THROWER

MODEL

Repair Parts--Auger/Housing

NO. 247.886700

Details

SEARS

CRAFTSMAN

Repair
"KEY
NO, {

3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
!4
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25

714-0388
738-0154A
736-0105
736-0242
710-0255
784-5398
710-0790
05002
736-0105
7t2-0342
784-5244
715-0114

26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34

05865A
714-0133
741-0493
7t2-0429
738-0711A
736-0188
741-0300
O5845
710-0726

35
36

710-0890
05923
05924

37
38
39
4O

721-0176
717-0456
74t-0293
717-0457B

"Common

MODEL

NO. 247.886700

Parts

PART
NO.

731-0848
710-0276
710-0166
731-0844
714-0507
710-0451
741-0475
738-0140
05980
74!-0155
750-0118
784-5123
756-0418

26" SNOW THROWER

Hardware--May

KEY

DESCRIPTION

NO.

Upper Chute
Carriage Bolt 5!16-18 x 1.0""
Truss Mach. Scr. t/4-20 x 1" *
Lower Chute
Cotter Pin
Carriage Bolt 5!16-18 x .75""
Bushing
FI-Wash..385 I.D. x .62" O.D.
Chute Crank Ass'y.
Ball Brg. ,62" I.D. x 1.38"
Spacer ,63" I.D. x .88" O.D.
Chute Crank Brkt.
518.... V"-Pulley .625" I.D. x
7.5" O,D.
#61 Hi-Pro Key 3tt6" x 518" Dia,
Shtd. Bolt .50" Dia. x 2.11"
Bell-Wash..40"
I.D. x .88"
Bel!-Wash..34" ID. x .88"
Truss Mach. Scr. V4-20 x .75""
26" Blower Housing Ass'y.
Carriage Bolt 3/8-16 x ,62""
Slide Shoe
Bell-Wash. 3t8" I.D.
Hex Jam Nut 318-16 Thd.
26" Shave Plate
Spring Pin Spiral 1/=. Dia.
x 1.50" Lg.
11" Dia, Blower Fan Ass'y.
Sq. Key 3116" x 1.5" Lg.
Flange Brg. ,75" !.D. x 88"
Hex Ins. L-Nut 5116-18
Spiral Axle
Ft-Wash..75"
I.D. x 1.50"
Flange Brg. w/Flats .755" I.D.
Bearing Housing
Hex Wash. Hd. Self-Tap Scr.
5116-24 x .62" Lg.
Shear Bolt 5/t6-18 x 1.5" Lg.
26" Spiral Ass'y.--L.H.
26" Spiral Ass'y.--R.H.
(Not Shown)
"O"-Ring--314" I.D.
Bevel Gear Housing--Lower Half
Plastic Flange Brg..755"
I.D.
I
Bevel Gear

be purchased

locally,

')t

PART

NO,
712-0237
736-0264
748-0237
736-0287
748-0171
748-0106
738-0649
717-0455
710-0588

61
62
63
64
65
66
67

712-0267
710-0260
710-0427
736-0169
O5895
7!0-0723
09966
714-0104
736-0t42
712-0t07
731-085t
736-0116
712-0923
736-0231
712-0158
710-0323

68
69
70
71
72
73
74
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86

750-0190
717-0836A
732-0550
732-0599
736-0219
738-0281
738-0347
754-0357
756-0225
784-5048
784-5426
710-0459
736-0169
736-0247
756-0533
714-0114
712-0266
784-0273

DESCRIPTION

Hex Cent. L-Nut 5/16-24 Thd.
Fl-Wash..34"
I.D. x .62"
Pinion Gear
FI-Wash..75"
I.D. x 1.25"
Flange Brg..755"
I.D,
Sleeve Brg..755"
I.D.
Blower Axle
Bevel Gear Housing--Upper
Half
Hex Wash. Hd, Self-Tap
Scr. 1/4-20 x 100" Lg.
Hex Nut 5f16-1B Thd.*
Carriage Bolt 5!16-18 x .62" Lg,*
Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 2" Lg."
L-Wash. 3/8" I.D."
Auger Clutch Idler Brkt.
Hex Bolt 3t8-16 x 125" Lg."
Knob
Int, Cotter Pin 5t16" Dia.
FI-Wash. 1/4" I.D
Hex L-Nut 1/4-20 Thd. °
Chute Flange Keeper
FI-Wash. °64" I.D. x .94"
Hex Jam Nut 518-18 Thd,
Ff-Wash..344
I,D. x 1.125
Hex L-Nut 5116-18 Thd.
Truss Mach. Scr. 5tt6-18
x ,75"
Lg.'
Spacer
Gear Box Complete
Extension
Spring 4" Lg.
Extension Spring 3.3" Lg.
Bell-Wash,
.4" I.D x 1.13"
Shld. Bolt .625" Dia.
Shld, Spacer .625" I.D.
V-Belt
Fl-tdler 3,12" O.D.
8rake Brkt. Ass'y,
Brake Link Ass'y.
Hex Bolt 318-24 x 1,5" Lg.
L-Wash, 3t8" I.D.*
Washer .39" I.D. x t.25"
Sq. Key I/4" x
Lg.
Hex Jam Nut 3/8-16 Thd.
i
ngine Pulley 2"
Chute Stop

SEARS

CRAFTSMAN

26" SNOW

Repair Parts--Drive

THROWER

MODEL

Mechanism

NO. 247.886700

Details

/.,3

59 55

/2
22

SEARS

CRAFTSMAN

26" SNOW THROWER

MODEL NO. 247.886700

Repair Parts
KEY

NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

PART
NO,

784-5384
784-5386
784-5382
736-0329
712-0287
710-0599
710-0623

8 736-0217
10 714-0143
11 734-1417
12
13
15
!6
17
18
20
21
22

734-1375
734-0255
734-1145
741-0401
736-0287
736-0315
750-0442
710-0118
7!0-0442
710-0603""

23 710-0459
24 710-0874
25 711-0640
26 712-0241
27 712-0267
28 712-0333
29 712-0342
30 717-0944
31 732-0429
32 736-0119
33 73_0t69
34 736-0921
35 738-0689
36 750-0539
37 754-0356
38 756-0536
39 756-0537
40 784-5314
41 784-5315
42 714-0129
43 143.796132
44 710-0559
45 736-0270
46 784-5390

KEYi
DESCRIPTION

NO, W

PART
NO.

47J 748-0327
Frame Ass'y.
481 736-0256
Shift Support
491 710-0289
Back Plate Ass'y.
L-Wash. I/4" I.D."
501 710-0152
Hex Nut 1/4-20 Thd."
5!! 710-0603
Hex TT-Tap Scr. I/4-20 x .5" Lg.
531 712-0241
Hex Self-Tap Scr. 318-16 x .75"
541 712-0267
Lg.
L-Wash. 3!8" I.D.
551 712-0116
Kwick Pin
561 720-0223
57! 736-0119
Wheet Ass'y. Comp.
Tire Only
581 736-0169
Air Valve
591 738-0372
Rim Only
601 784-5318
61_ 784-5319
Sleeve Brg..755"
I.D.
FI-Wash. ,793" I.D.
621 784-5321
FI-Wash..75"
I.D.
63 i 784-5389
Spacer .75" I.D.
64 746-0692
Hex Bolt 5116-18 x .75" Lg."
65 746-0693
7O 710-0188
Hex Bolt 5116-18 x 1.5" Lg."
71 710-0237
Hex Wash. Hd. B-Tap Scr.
5/16-18 x .5" Lg,"
73 710-0502A
74 710-0938
Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.5" Lg.
75 711-0769
Hex Bolt 5116-18 x 1.25" Lg."
76 712-0123
Stud 3/8-16 x 2.75" Lg.
Hex Nut 3/8-24 Thd.
78 7!4-0131
Hex Nut 5!16-18 Thd.*
80 725-1377
Nut 1/2-20 Thd.
81 736-0105
Hex Jam Nut 3/8-16 Thd.
82 736-0119
86 747-0716
Transmission Comp.
Extension Spring 3.97" Lg.
88 756-O538
L-Wash. 5/16" I.D.*
89 784-5396
L-Wash. 318" I.D."
90 713-0394
L-Wash. 1/2" I.D.*
713-0723
Shld. Bolt 1/2" Dia. x ,175"
9t 715-0143
92 731-0973
Spacer .315" f.D.
V-Belt
93 738-0766
Flat Idler 1.88" Dia.
94 741-0490
Trans. Pulley 7" O.D. x 3L
95 784-5393
Trans. Idler Arm
96 710-0603
Trans. Support Plate
Key
97 731-1042
Engine
98 723-0396
99 726-0175
Hex Bott 1/4-28 x 1.75" Lg.
Bell-Wash. 114" I.D.
1 00 725-0157
Shift Arm

"Common Hardware--May
be purchased locally.
""Early Production Uses:
710-0781 Hex Wash. Hd. B-Tap Scr.
318-16 x .875" Lg.

DESCRIPTION

Shift Arm Extension
FI-Wash, .63" I,D. x .93" O.D,
Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x .5" Lg.*
Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1" Lg.*
Hex Wash. Hal. B-Tap Scr.
5/16-18 x ,5"
Hex Nut 3t8-24 Thd,*
Hex Nut 5t16-18 Thd.*
Hex L-Nut 318-24 Thd. Gr. 5
Grip
L-Wash. 5116" I.D.*
L-Wash. 318" I.D."
Shoulder Spacer
Side Arm Ass'y,--R.H.
Side Arm Ass'y.--L.H.
Pivot Handle Ass'y.
Position Selector Plate
Clutch Cable 25.5" Lg,
Auger Cable 25.5" Lg.
Set Scr. 1/4-'28x .18"
Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x .62"
Hex L-Wash. TT-Tap Scr. 3/8-!6
Set Scr. 1/4-28 x .25"
Stud 3/8-t6 x 3.37" Lg.
Hex Nut 5t16-24 Thd.*
Key 3132" x 5!8" Dia,
Plastic Key--Craftsman
Belt-Wash ,38" I.D. x .88"
L-Wash. 5/16" I.D.*
Belt Guard Scr.
Auxiliary PTO Pulley
Engine Plate Ass'y.
Chain #420 1/2Pitch x 41 Links
#41 Master Link
Spring Spiral Pin
Slide Washer
Free Wheeling Axle
Flange Brg. wlFlats .752 I.D.
30 T-Sprocket Hub Ass'y.
Hex B-Tap Scr. 5/16-18 x .5"
Lg.
Belt Cover
Tire Chains
Clamp
Cable Tie

SEARS

CRAFTSMAN

26" SNOW THROWER

Repair Parts--Transmission

NO. 247.886700

Model No. 143.700031

13A

MODEL

'1o

29
27

/'/
31

II_

NOTE

Lubricate with 12 oz. of
Benalene
Grease, Part
Number 737-0223 (10 oz.
tube).

SEARS

CRAFTSMAN

Repair
KEY
NO.
1

PART
NO.

770061
772083
776238
4
778209
5
778190
6
778187
7
778185
8
778183
8A 778191
9
784266
10
786060
11
786061
12
776134
13
778137A
13A 778192
14
778193
14A 778184
15
778186
778189
16
778163
17
18
776140
19
778113A

2
3

26" SNOW

THROWER

Parts--Transmission
DESCRIPTION

Case, Transmission
Cover. Transmission
Shaft, Output
Gear, Spur (19 Teeth)
Gear, Spur (22 Teeth)
Gear, Spur (25 Teeth)
Gear, Spur (30 Teeth)
Gear, Spur (35 Teeth)
Gear, Spur (37 Teeth)
Collar, Shift
Sprocket (14 Teeth)
Sprocket (10 Teeth)
Shaft, Counter
Gear, Bevel (42 Teeth)
Gear, Spur (12 Teeth)
Gear, Spur (15 Teeth)
Gear, Spur (20 Teeth)
Gear, Spur (25 Teeth)
Gear, Spur (28 Teeth)
Gear, Spur (31 Teeth)
Shaft, Input
Bevel Pinion, input

MODEL

NO. 247.886700

Model No. 143.700031
I No.

PART
NO.

20
27
28

786077
780105A
786062A

29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36

780072
780086
792072
792035
780139
788040
784347
792073

37
40
41
42
43
44
45
46

792089A
792077
792078
792079
780108
792074
792001
788054
143.700031

DESCRIPTION

Sprocket (7 Teeth)
Bushing, Flanged
Chain, Roller (No. 41 Chain,
22 Links)
Washer, Thrust
Bearing, Needle
Ring, Retaining
Ring, Retaining
Washer, Thrust
Ring, Retaining
Rod and Fork Ass'y., Shift
Screw, Flanged Hex Hd. Thd.
Forming, 1/4-20 x 11/4
Key
Ball, Steel, 5/16
Screw, Set, 318-16 x 3!8
Spring
Wash, Thrust
Plug
"O"-Ring
Gasket
Transmission

SEARS

CRAFTSMAN

Repair

8 H.P. ENGINE

MODEL

NO. 143.796132

Parts

L58
60
54

49
5_
\

119"-._.

118
117

194

SEARS

CRAFTSMAN

Repair

5
6
7
8
9

35372
34552

34553

Cylinder (incl. Nos. 3, 4 & 5)
Screw, Hex Hd. Shoulder,
114-20 x V2
Plug, Pipe
Seal, Oil
Pin, Dowel
Baffle, Blower Housing
Screw, Hex Wash. HD, Duflok,
V4-20 x 5!8
Crankshaft
Piston, Pin & Ring Ass'y. (Incl.
Nos. 9A, 10 & 1!) (Std.)
Piston, Pin & Ring Ass'y. (Incl.
Nos. 9A, 10 & 11)
(.010 Oversize)
Piston, Pin & Ring Ass'y. (tncl.
Nos. 9A, !0 & 11)
(.020 Oversize)
Piston & Pin Ass'y. (Incl.
No. 10) (Std.)
Piston & Pin Ass'y. (Incl.
No. 10) (.010 Oversize)
Piston & Pin Ass'y. (Incl.
No. 10) (.020 Oversize)
Ring, Piston Pin Retaining
Ring Set, Piston (Std.)
Ring Set, Piston (,010 Oversize)
Ring Set, Piston (.020 Oversize)
Rod Ass'y., Connecting
(Incl.
Nos. 18, 19 & 19A)
Dipper, Oi!
Bolt, Connecting
Rod
Bolt, Connecting
Rod
Lifter, Valve
Camshaft
(Mechanical

34554

9A 34329A
9A 34330A
9A

34331A

10
11
11
11
17

27888
34332
34333
34334
35373A

18
19
19A
20
21

35374
650908
65O882
34034
35444

22
23
24
25

33273A
650128
"35262
35445

26
27
26
33

35377
35319
28926
30699C

34
35

30700
65O494

36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43

29642
31845
30588A
30590A
29193
35378
33369
650836

29916

*Jndicates

Parts

NO. 143.796132

KEY
NO.

DESCRIPTION

35385
650820
27642
35319
27652
35326
650561

MODEL

Parts

PART
NO.

8 H.P. ENGINE

29826

51
52
53
54

29216
33454
29918
650548

30322
650832
650833

59
I 58
60
62
66

35555
35499
35554
35540
27878A

27880A

67
67

34035
34036

68
68A
69
70
76
77
78
79
8O
81
82
82A
83
85
Extension.
Blower Housing
Screw,
Hex Hd. Release)
Seres, 10-24 x 1/2[ 86
Compression
95
Gasket, Cylinder Cover
Cover Ass'y., Cylinder (Incl.
Nos. 26, 27 & 37)
Bushing, Crankshaft
Sea!, Oil
Seal Oil (Camshaft)
Rod Ass'y., Governor (Incl.
Nos. 34 & 35)
Yoke, Governor
Screw, Fil. Hd. Sems, 6-40 x
5/16
Ring, Retaining
Shaft. Governor
Spool, Governor
Washer, Flat
Ring, Retaining
Gear, Governor (Incl. No. 39)
Bracket, Governor
Gear
Screw, Hex Washer Hd. Thd.
Forming,
10-24 x f!2
Clamp. Governor
Lever
Included

PART
NO.

96
• 98

27882
34689
27881
32581
32589
29443
611093
650880
650881
650872
35135
610118
650814
650873
611111
35253
"3404!
34030
6021A

l 9933636
650691
650727
104
J105
,106
107
108
109
114
!15
117
118

"27896
28423
28424
28425
35350
650128
29752
"33263
33877
30088A

DESCRIPTION

Screw, Hex Washer Hd,,
10-32 x 3/4
Locknut, Hex "Keps,"
10-32
Lever, Governor
Washer,
E.T, Lock
Screw, Hex Washer Hd,,
8-32 x 5!16
Locknut,
Hex "Keps,"
8-32
Screw, Hex Washer Hd.
Powerlok,
1/4-20 x 1-11!16
Screw, Hex Washer Hd
Powerlok,
1/4.20 x 1-31t6
Dipstick, Oil
"O"
Ring
Tube, Oil Fill
Clip, Fill Tube
Valve, Exhaust (incl. No. 70)
(Std.)
Valve, Exhaust (Incl. No. 70)
(1/32" Oversize)
Valve, Intake (IncL No. 70) (Std.)
Valve, Intake (Incl. No. 70)
(1/32" Oversize)
Cap, Upper Valve Spring
Seal Ass'y., Intake Valve
Spring, Valve
Cap, Lower Valve Spring
Key, Flywheel
Clip, Spring
Flywheel (wiRing Gear)
Washer, Lock
Nut, Flywheel
Stud, Solid State Mounting
Solid State Ass'y.
Cover, Spark Plug
Screw, Hex Hd. Sems,10-24
x 1
Screw, Hex Hd. Sems, 1/4-20 x 3/4
Coil Ass'y,
Alternator
(18 Watt)
Wire, Ground
Gasket, Cylinder Head
Head, Cylinder
Screw, Hex Flange Hd. 5/16-18
xlV2
Spark Plug (Champion J-8C or
Equivalent)
Washer. Fiat
Screw, Special Hex Hd.
Tapped, 5t16-18 x 13/_
Gasket, Breather
Body, Breather
Element.
Breather
Cover, Breather
Tube, Breather
Screw, Hex Hd. Seres, 10-24 x 1/2
Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28
Gasket, Carburetor
Pipe, Inlake
Screw, Fil. Hd. Sems, 1/4-28 x 1

SEARS CRAFTSMAN

8 H.P. ENGINE

MODEL

NO. 143.796132

Repair Parts
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

!19

650378

120
121
122
!23

°27915
34587
28820
33377

124

650767

130
131
132
133

34822A
57O682
32180C
34664

134
135
136
137

31342
650549
610973
650821

138
139
140
143

34663
34667
33878
650788

144

29747B

45
146

33013
650760

147
152
153
!54

35440
34126
28545
650760

155
156

35057
28942

57
58 1650765
34586

PART

DESCRIPTION

NO. J

159
Screw, Torx Fil. Hd. Sems,
5116-18 x 1-118
160
Gasket, intake Pipe
161
Bracket, Choke
162
Screw, Fil_ Hd. Seres, 10-32 x 1/2 168
Bracket, Carburetor Cover
169
Mounting
Screw, Hex Washer Hd. Sems,
170
171
Taptite, 8-36 x 5/8
Housing, Blower
172
173
Primer Ass'y.
Line, Primer
! 74
Bracket Ass'y., Control (Incl,
Nos. 134, 135, 136 & 138)
175
Spring, Compression
Screw, Fi! Hd., 5-40 x 7!16
176
Terminal Ass'y.
Screw, Hex Washer Hal. Thread
177
178
Cutting, 10-32 x 1/2
187
Spring, Speed Control
_88
Link, Governor
Link, Governor-to-Throttle
189
Screw, Hex Hd, Spinlock
Thread Forming, 5/16-18 x 3/4 194
Screw, Phil. Hex Hd. Sems,
5116-24 x 21132
96
Cover, Starter Hole
197
Screw, Pan Hd. Taptite, 8-32
198
x 318
199
Knob, Control
210
210B
Bracket, Grommet Mounting
Grommet, Plastic
210C
210D
Screw, Pan Hd Taptite, 8-32
x 3/8
212
Cover, Carburetor
213
Screw, Hex Washer Hd. Sems,
215
10-32 x 3!8
Screw, Hex Washer Hd. Self216
Drilling. 10-32 x 1/2
Rod, Choke

"Indicates Parts Included in
Gasket Set, Ref. No. 215.

NO.

35438
35593
35305
610973
33272A
650802
34154
650713
34155
650561
650665
34156A
35355
30705
26460
35056
31588
792093
35287
35446
29752
590574
650168
35392
34346
35077
34144
34414
632334
590630
33279F

DESCRIPTION

Knob, Choke
ignition, Key
Wire, Ground
Terminal Ass'y.
Cover, Cylinder Head
Screw, Hex Washer Hd. Taptite,
1/4-20 x 5/8
Plate, Fuel Tank Mounting
Screw, Hex Hd., 5116-18 x 518
Bracket, Fuel Tank
Screw, Hex Washer Hd. Durlok,
1/,-20 x 5/8
Screw, Hex Washer Hd. Thread
Cutting, t/4-15 x 7/8
Tank, Fuel (Incl. NOS. 176 &
178)
Cap, Fuel Tank
Line, Fuel
Clamp, Fuel Line
Muffler
Plate, Lock
Screw, Flanged Hex Hd.,
5/16-18 x 4-3/16
Hub, Starter
Screen, Starter
Nut & Lock Washer, V4-28
Starter Handle, Mitten Grip
Washer, Fiat
Plug, Starter
Decal. Instruction
Decal. Choke
Decal, Primer
Decal, Warning (Bilingual)
Carburetor (incl. No. tt5)
Starter, Rewind
Gasket Set (Incl. Items
Marked *)
Electric Start Kit No. 143.88924
(Optional) Order as an
accessory.

SEARS

CRAFTSMAN

8 H.P. ENGINE

MODEL

NO. 143.796132

Repair Parts
PARTS LIST FOR CARBURETOR

KEYI

__16
I
i

NOm_
1
2
3
4
5
5A
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
20

i 28

NO.
PART

631776
631970
631778
650506
630766
630738
650417
632112
630735
632174
"630748
*631027
"631021

631022
632019
"631024
631867
"632239
27110
"630740
"630898
"631028
632164
630739
632240
632334

PARTS
IKEYI
NO.

5
6
7
8
9
11
12

-----1
29

PART
NO,

590599A
590600
590598
590627
590641
590617
590601
590628
590451A
590629
590574
590631
590630

1 DESCRIPTION

Shaft & Lever Ass'y, Throttle
Spring, Throttle Relurn
Shutter, Throttle
Screw, Throttle & Choke Shutter
Spring, Regulating Screw
Spring, Main Adjustment Screw
Screw, Idle Regulating
Shaft & Lever Ass'yo, Choke
Spring, Choke Positioning
Shutter, Choke
Plug, Welch
Plug, Welch
Inlet Needle, Seat & Clip Ass'y.
(Incl. No. 13)
Clip, Inlet Needle
Float, Carburetor
Shaft, Float
Bowl, Float
Adjustment Screw Ass'y., Main
(Incl. Nos. 5A, 21, 23 & 27)
Gasket, Bowl-to-Body
"O" Ring, Adjustment Screw
Screw, Idle Adjustmenl
Gasket, Bowl-to.Body
Fitting, Fuel Inlet
Washer
Repair Kit (Incl. Items Marked *)
Carburetor, Comp.

LIST

FOR REWIND

STARTER

DESCRIPTION

Pin, Spring (Incl. No. 7)
Washer
Spring, Brake
Retainer
Dog, Starter
Spring, Dog
Washer
Pulley
Rope, Starter
Spring & Keeper Ass'y,
Handle, Mitten Grip (Not
Included wlStarter)
Housing Ass'y., Starter
Rewind Starter Comp.

SEARS

CRAFTSMAN

OPTIONAL

120 VOLT ELECTRIC

STARTER

KIT NO.

143.88924

HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS
Each SNOW THROWER has its own MODEL NUMBER.
Each ENGINE has its own MODEL NUMBER.
The MODEL NUMBER for the ENGINE will be found on the ENGINE
BLOWER HOUSING.

owner's
manual

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/Departments
and most Sears Stores.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
1. PART NUMBER
2. PART DESCRIPTION
3. MODEL NUMBER -- 247.886700

MODEL NO.
247.886700

SEARS
SERVICE
is at
YOUR
SERVICE

4. NAME OF THE ITEM -- SNOW THROWER
5. ENGINE MODEL NUMBER

"Your Sears merchandise has added va)ue when you consider that
Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians.., professional technicians specifically trained on Sears products,
having the parts, tools and equipment to insure that we meet our pledge
to you...we
service what we sell."

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Part No, 770-66750

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-- 143.796132

and Co., Chicago,
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