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Owner's Manual
28" Two-Stage Steerable
4-Wheel Drive
Snow Thrower
Model No.
247.888540
CAUTION: Before
using this product,
read this manual and
follow all safety rules
and operating
instructions.
•Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Service
• Maintenance
• EspaSol
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.
Visitour Sears website: www.sears.com/craftsman
Form No. 770-10266
Printed in U.S.A (8/99)
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Content Page
Warranty Information ......................................... 2
Safe Operation Practices................................... 3
Assembly ........................................................... 6
Operation ........................................................... 12
Maintenance ...................................................... 17
Content Page
Service & Adjustment ......................................... 20
Off-Season Storage ........................................... 25
Trouble-Shooting ............................................... 26
Parts List ............................................................ 28
Espanbl .............................................................. 40
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 ISAVAILABLEBY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER TO THE NEAREST
SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT INTHE UNITED STATES.
This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.
Thiswarrantygives youspecific legal rightsand youmayalsohaveotherrightswhichmay varyfrom state to state.
Sears, RoebuckandCo., D/817WA, HoffmanEstates,IL60 f 79
Horsepower: ......................... 9
Engine Oil ............................. SAE 5W30 oil
Fuel Capacity: ....................... 1gallon
Spark Plug: ........................... RJ-19LM
Engine: .................................. 143.999005
Model Number 247.888540
Serial Number ...........................................................
Date of Purchase ......................................................
Record both serial number and date of purchase and
keep in a safe place for future reference.
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This symbol points out important safety instructions which,if not followed, could endanger the
personal safety and/or propertyof yourself and others. Read and follow all instructionsinthismanual
before attemptingto operate your snow thrower. Failure to comply withthese instructionsmay resultin
personal injury.When yousee thissymbol--heed its warning.
Your snow thrower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation inthis
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the
,_ DANGER:operator can result in serious injury. If you violate any of these rules, you cause serious
may
injury to yourself or others.
,a, 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 law (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.)
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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. Children 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.
PREPARATION
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
scads 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 net 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 offany 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 e)ectdc 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 colFector/impeller
housing or discharge guide and before making any
repairs, adjustments, or inspections. Never place your
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handinthedischargeor 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
collector/impeller and all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect spark plug wire and keep away from plug
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 powerto collector/impellerof the snow
thrower when transporting itor when 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 net touch the muffler or the 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 abuilding 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 varify that these
engage and disengage properly and readjust if
necessary. Refer to Service and Adjustments section
page 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.
We do not recommend the use of pressure washers
or garden hose to clean your unit. They may cause
damage to electric components, spindles, pulleys,
bearings or the engine. The use of water will result in
shortened life and reduce serviceability.
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, explanation of engine
labels is given on Page 12,
I,A,WARNING I
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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.)
Lock Washer (4)
Hex Bolt (2)
\
Ha°d,,Tab(2)
5/16-18 x 1.75 /
,/
EFlanged
Hex Bolt (6) x_, f/Nut (6)
1/4-20
Hex Bolt (2)
B Cupped Washer (4)
5/1 Nut (4)
Chute Flange Keeper (3)
Hex Bolt(2)
HexxNut(2)
Bele_vile Washel(2)
1/4..20
-.,--- arriage
Bolt (4)
C
./
Hairpin Clip (1)
Hairpin Clip (2)
Flat
Washer (2)
5/16 Ferru
(t)
Spare Parts Lo_c k Hex
_She_ Nut (2)**
Nut (2)*
G
0 frFFiiiiiiHirlllllllll!lllrflllllll/rtlll
/,
Phinps Screw (2)
Turn
* Used on auger; ** used on clutch lever
Chute
/Flange
/Bracket
(not shown
in actual
size)
Flat
_ jasher(2)
3/8
Cable Tie (2)
F_at Weld
Nut (2)
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Chute
J
Crank
Handle
Panel
Handles
Shift
Rod
Right
Fron
_Electric
Start Cord
Rear
Figure I
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped with engine oil in
the engine, but withoutgasoline.After assembly, see
OPERATION sectionof thismanual for fuel selection
and fill-up.
NOTE: To determine right and lefthand sides ofyour
snow thrower,stand behind the unit in the operating
position. See Figure I inset.
Your snow thrower has been assembled at the
factory except the handles and the handle panel, the
discharge chute assembly, the chutecrank assembly
andthe shift rod.These partsare shipped loose inthe
carton.
Removing From Carton
Cut the corners of the carton and lay the sides
flat 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 & Left Hand Handles
c. Electric Start Cord
d. Two-piece Chute Crank Assembly
e. Shift Rod
f. Hardware Pack
Assembly Tips: 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
installedthe handle panel and the clutch cables.
Tools Required
1. 1/2", 7/16", 3/8" wrenches or a set of adjustable
wrenches
2. Set of pliers
3. Set of philips head screw drivers
4. Funnel to fill up gasoline
WARNING: Make certainthespark plug wire
is disconnected and moved away from the
spark plug before assembling the snow thrower.
Attaching Handle Assembly
Stretch out controlcables and place onthe floor.
Place the right handle inposition withthe flat
side against the snow thrower. Youcan identify
the right handle by the traction drivecontrollabel
on it and the left handle by the auger clutch
control label on it.
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Secure bottom hole in the handle to the snow
thrower using 5/16 x .75" hex bolt and lock
washer from the hardware pack (group A on
page 5 ). Do not tighten at thistime. See Figure 2.
Handle Tab
Handle Tab , P'_/
Figure 2
Place a handle tab, included in the hardware
pack (group A on page 5), 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 (5/16 x1.75" 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.
See Figure 3.
Assembly Tips: For easier assembly, slide left side
of the handle panel infirst, place the right side next.
Once the handle panel is in position, push the auger
control lever down to lock the panel into position.
Handle
Right Handle Panel
\
Hex Bolt
Cup
Carriage Cupped
Bolt Washer
Figure 3
While placing the handle panel, make sure to
route chute and chute cable between the
handles underneath the panel keeping the cable
on top of the engine. Align the holes in the
handle with the holes on two sides of the handle
panel. See 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. Align the contour of the carriage bolt head
with the handle. See Figure 3. You will find these
fasteners in the hardware pack (group B on
page 5). Repeat on other side.
Align the hole on the curved part of the right
handle with the corresponding hole on the right
side of handle panel making sure that this end of
the handle is firmly placed in the slot on the
handle panel. See Figure 3.
insert a hex bolt, cupped washer and flange nut
from Group F of the hardware pack through
these holes as shown in Figure 3.Tighten to
secure. Do not attach the left side now.
Attaching Chute
Place the chute assembly over the chute
opening with the chute facing front of the unit.
NOTE: Make sure that the chute cables are
straightened while assembling the chute.
•Place the chute flange keeper (flat side down)
beneath lip of chute assembly as shown in
Figure 4.You will find the chute flange keepers in
group E of the hardware pack,
\
Chute
/
Hex Hex
Bolt F,la.nge
Chute
Flange
Keeper
Figure 4
Insert hex bolt (1/4-20 x .75") and flange nut
from group E up through chute flange keeper
and chute assembly as shown in Figure 4. Do
not tighten at this time. Rotate chute to install all
the flange keepers.
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.
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Attaching Chute Crank
•On the left side of the handle panel, place the
upper chute crank bracket on to the inside of the
handle panel support. See Figure 5. You will find
this bracket and associated hardware in group F
of hardware pack.
• Insert hex bolt through the upper chute crank
bracket, handle panel support, and upper left
handle. Secure the bracket using cupped
washer and hex nut. Make sure that the cupped
side of the washer is set against the handle.
Handle Panel _Washer
Support _,_
Upper Chute j//
Crank Brai
Hex Bolt
* This part is already attached inside
the handle panel
Figure 5
• You may have to loosen the carriage bolts and
hex lock nuts which secure the lower chute
crank bracket to the extension on the left side of
the chute assembly. See Figure 6.
Assembly
Lower Chute ', I•Carriage Bolt,
',,! Hex Nut
Crank Bracket ",I
'/I
Figure 6
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 chute crank into
the eye hole in the plastic bushing in the lower
chute crank bracket. See Figure 7.
Hairpin Cli
Plastic
Bushing
Chute Crank
F
Washer h_ute Flat
Lower Washer
Crank Bracket
Figure 7
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 hole at the end
of the chute crank. See Figure 7.
Adjust the chute bracket so that the spiral on the
chute crank fully engages the teeth on the chute
assembly•
Upper
Chute
Crank
Upper
Chute
Crank
Bracket
Slide the upper chute crank through the plastic
bushing in the upper chute crank bracket and
then into the lower chute crank• See Figure 8.
Align the holes on the two pieces of the chute
crank, and secure with hairpin clip from group C
of the hardware pack.
Fully rotate the chute, using the chute crank, to
make sure that it moves freely•
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Usingawrench, tighten the hex bolt and the hex
nut on the upper chute crank bracket.
Slip the cables that run from the handle panel to
the chute into the cable guide located on top of
the engine. See Figure 9.
Cable Guide
Figure 9
Tighten all loose hardware on the handle
assembly inthe following order-- first the four
hex bolts at the bottom of the handle, then the
carriage bolts and lastly the hex bolts on the rear
of the handle panel. Tighten the carriage bolts
on the lower chute crank bracket.
Attaching Clutch Cables
The clutch control cables are attached to the snow
thrower. For shipping purposes, if the cables are
attached to the top of the engine with cable ties, cut
the cable ties now. The Z ends of the clutch cables
are hooked into the clutch grips on each handle.
•Ensure there is a hex jam nut threaded all the
way up the threaded portion of the Z fitting;
extras are supplied in the hardware pack. See
Figure 10.
Place the clutch grip in the raised (up) position.
slde_ ZF tting
Outer
of slot ,_"_Hex Jam
_" _Nut
....
Nut \\ ::
Thread the ferrule on to the Z fitting. You may
have to pull on the cable slightly to relieve
tension. Keep the ferrule turning without twisting
the cable.
You will reach correct adjustment when there is
minimal slack in the cable but it is not tight. Hold
the flats on the ferrule with pliers and tighten the
jam nut against the ferrule. CAUTION: Cables will
become loose if you do not tighten thejam nut.
WARNING: There must not be any tension
on either clutch cable with the drive or auger
clutch grip in the disengaged (up) position.
These clutches are a safety feature. Do not
override their function.
Attaching Shift Rod
Place the shift lever in the sixth (6) speed.
Place the bent end of the shift rod into the hole in
the shift arm assembly. See Figure 11. Secure with
5/16 flat washer and hairpin clip from group D of the
hardware pack.
Thread ferrule (included in group D) from the
right side onto the other end of the shift rod till it
lines up with the upper hole in the shift lever
(beneath the handle panel). While aligning the
ferrule, push down on the shift rod and the shift
arm assembly as far as it will go.
NOTE: You may have topull the shift lever out of the
sixth speed position and move it towards the fifth
speed position until the ferrule slides into the hole
without force.
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. For proper
positioning of the ferrule and the associated
hardware, see Figure 11.
Shift
Lever ChuteDistance
Control
Traction
Drive
Clutch Hairpin
Clip
Washer
(Viewed from the underside of the handle panel)
Figure 10
• Swing the left auger cable up making sure the
cable is routed correctly in the cable roller
guides located at the lower rear of the unit.
• Hold the end of the cable at the barrel so the
ferrule turns freely without twisting the cable.
Hairpin Arm
Clip Flat Assembly
Washer
Figure 11
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•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 11.
Make certain to check for correct adjustment of
the shift rod as instructed in the Adjustment
section before operating the snow thrower.
Attaching Turn Triggers
Check and make sure that the righthand trigger
cable is routedinfront of the tractiondrive cable,
•Feedthetriggercableupthroughtheoutersideof
the slotinthe handlepanel.See Figure12. Do not
feed the cable through the same side of theslotas
the Z fitting.
Cable
and weld nut from group H of the hardware pack.
See Figure 14. Use a phillips screwdriver for
tightening the screw. Repeat on left side. Be
careful not to drop the weld nut before securing it
in position.
Secure with screw
Trigger
Trigger
Figure 14
Secure the right turn trigger cable to the right
lower handle using cable tie provided in the
hardware pack. Make sure not to wrap the drive
cable. See Figure 15.
Feed the trigger
cable through this slot
Cable
Figure 12
Place the cable barrel riftinginto the hole in the
trigger. You can find the triggers and associated
hardware in group H of the hardware pack. See
Figure 13.
inher Cab:Trlgg_b_
,;e.
_/ Trigger
jousing
Slot Cable snaps in at
this end
Figure 13
• Pull on the cable and rotate it around the bottom
of the trigger, with the inner cable in the slot, until
the cable end can be pushed into the trigger
housing and snapped tight. See Figure 13.
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
Figure 15
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 wirefrom the lamp down the right
handle as shown in Figure 15,
Plug wireintothe alternator leadwire underthe
fuel tank. See Figure 16.
Alternator Lead
Alternator
Lead
Lamp Wire
(Wheelsnotshownfor clarity)
Figure 16
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IMPORTANT: Assemble your snow thrower, then
check the adjustments as instructed and make any
final adjustments necessarybefore operating the unit.
Failure to follow these instructions may cause
damage to the snow thrower.
Final Adjustments
Auger Control
To check the adjustment of the auger control,
push forward 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.
Traction Drive Clutch and Shift Lever
Tip the snow throwerforward so that it rests on
the auger housing.
•Move the shift lever all the way forward to the
sixth(6) position.
•With the tractiondrive lever released, spin the
snow throwerwheels by hand. The wheels
shouldturn; however, you may feel some
resistance.
Engage the tractiondrive clutchgrip. The
wheels shouldno longer turn.
•Now release the tractiondrive clutch grip,and
spin the wheels again.
Move the shift leverback to the fast reverse
position,then allthe way forward again. There
shouldbe no resistancein the shift lever, and the
wheels should turn.
If you face resistancewhen moving the shift
leveror the snow throwerwheels stopwhen they
shouldnot, loosenthe locknut onthe traction
drive cable and unthreadthe cable one turn.
Ifthe wheels can stillbe turned when you
engage the traction drive clutch grip, loosen the
lock nut on the traction drive cable and thread
the cable in one turn.
• Recheck the adjustment and repeat adjustment
as necessary. Tighten jam nut to secure the
cable when correct adjustment is reached.
NOTE: For more details, refer to the Adjustment
section on page 20.
Skid Shoe
The space between the shave plate and the ground
can be adjusted. For close snow removal, place skid
shoes in the low position. Use middleor high position
when area to be cleared is uneven.
NOTE: It is not recommended that you operate this
snow thrower on gravel as loose gravel can be easily
picked up and thrown by the auger causing an injury
or damage to the snow thrower.
Iffor some reason, you have to operate the snow
thrower on gravel, keep the skid shoe in the
highest position for maximum clearance between
the ground and the shave plate.
Adjust skid shoes by loosening the six 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.
• Tighten nuts and bolts securely.
Shave Platq
Carriage
Bolts
Skid Shoes High
Low Hex
Nuts
Figure 17
Tire Pressure (Pneumatic Tires)
The tires are over-inflated for shipping purposes.
Check tire pressureand reduce to 15 to 20 psi.
NOTE:/f the tirepressure is not equal in both tires,the
unitmay puff to one side or the other.
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Knowing Your Snow Thrower
Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your snow thrower. Compare
illustration below 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.
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Traction Drive Control
Right Turn Trigger
Shift Lever
Chute Distance Control Lever
Auger Control
Left Turn Trigger
Crank
Fuel Tank
Discharge
Chute
SPrimer
Muffler
Electric Starter
Spark Plug Fuel
Oil Fill Fill Fuel
Tank
Auger \
Skid Shoe
Key
Choke
Control
Fuel
Valve
Starter
-- Oil Drain
Plug
Following is an explanation Ofthe symbols used in engine labels:
FAST SLOW STOP CHOKE I INSERT TO RUN REMOVE TO STOP
Figure 18
Meets ANSI Safety Standards
Sears snow throwers conform to the safety standards B71.3 of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
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Operating Controls
(See Figure 18.)
Chute Crank
The chute crank is located on the lefthand 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)
is the slowest and position six (6) isthe
fastest.
b. Reverse--two reverse (R) speeds; R 2 is
faster.
Use the shift lever to determine ground speed. Do not
shift to different speed while the unit is moving.
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 must also be released.)
Traction Drive Control
The traction drive control is located on the right
handle. Squeeze the traction drive control to engage
the wheel 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 wheel
drive. (Auger control must also be released).
Chute Distance Control Lever
The distance that snow is thrown can be adjusted by
adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Push the
chute distance control lever forward to move the
upper chute down and decrease the distance. Pull the
lever back toward the rear to move the upper chute up
and increase the distance.
Stopping Snow Thrower
•To stop the wheels, 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 fill the 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 particles.
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 25
of this manual.
CAUTION: Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol) or those using ethanol or meth-
anol 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.
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Toavoidengineproblems,thefuelsystemshouldbe
emptiedbeforestoragefor30daysorlonger.Drainthe
gastank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel
lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next
season. See storage Instructions for more information.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in
the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
To Start Engine
AWARNING: 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.
A. Electric Starter
For location of all the engine controls and settings
referred to in this section, see Figure 18 inset.
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 a three-wire power
cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120 volt
AC householdcurrent. Followallinstructionscarefully.
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
"FinalAdjustments" section of the Assembly
Instructions.
WARNING: The electric starter must be
properly grounded at all times to avoid the
possibility of electric 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 avaitable 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
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.
• Plug 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 10seconds 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).
Starting Instructions At A Glance
Snow Spark Drive
Thrower Plug Levers
Wire
Electric Connect Release
Starter
Recoil Connect Release
Starter
Throttle
Control
Move to
FAST
Move to
FAST
Ignition
Key
Push to
snap in
Push to
snap in
Choke
Move to
FULL
Move to
FULL
Power
Cord
Connect
tO source
Primer
Prime
Starter
Push
button
Pull
handle
After Starting
1. Release button
2, Move Choke to
Off
!3. Disconnect cord
1. Release handle
2. Move Choke to
Off
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•When the engine starts, release the starter
button and slowly rotate the choke to OFF
position. Ifthe 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 warm engine after a shut down,
rotate choke to OFF instead of FULL and press
the starter button.
B. Recoil Starter
Make sure that the engine has sufficient oil and the
auger drive and the traction drive levers are released.
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug.
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 control 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
50oF; prime two times between 50° F and 15° F;
and prime four times below 15o 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 full power
until it reaches operating temperature. Operate
engine at full throttle (FAST) when throwing snow.
Warm Start
• If restarting a warm engine after a temporary
shut down, rotate choke to OFF instead of FULL
and do notpfime. Press the starter button.
Frozen Recoil Starter
Pull as much rope out of the starter as possible.
Release the starter handle and let it snap back
against the starter.
If the 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.
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 throwing snow,
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 shift speeds 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.
Start the engine following 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 snow condition.
CAUTION: Never move the shift lever without first
releasing the drive clutch.
Engage the auger control and traction drive
control levers following instructions above.
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
according to the depth and condition of snow.
To turn the unit left, squeeze left trigger; to turn
right, squeeze right trigger.
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Oneachsucceedingpass,readjustthechute
deflectortothedesiredpositionandslightly
ovedapthepreviouslyclearedpath.
• Aftertheareaiscleared,stopthesnowthrower
followinginstructionsgivenbelow.
Before Stopping
•Run engine for a few minutes to help dry off any
moisture on engine.
•To avoidpossible 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 wheel, release traction drive lever
on the snow thrower.
To stopthrowing snow, release auger drive lever.
To stop engine, push throttle control lever to
OFF and pull out the key. Do net turn key.
To avoid freeze-up of engine controls, follow
these steps after the engine is stopped:
a. Wipe all snow and moisture from engine
around the throttle control and the choke.
b. Move throttle control lever back and forth
several times and leave inOFF position.
c. Move engine choke back and forth several
times and leave in the FULL position.
d. Close fuelvalve.
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.
l_ Warning: 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.
NOTE: We not recommend that you operate this
snow thrower on gravel as loose gravel can be easily
picked up and thrown by the auger causing an injury
or damage to the snow thrower.
• If for some reason, you have to operate the
snow thrower on gravel, keep the skid shoe in
the highest position for maximum clearance
between the ground and the shave plate.
Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use.
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General Recommendations
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 will have to be made
periodically to maintain your unit properly.
Follow the maintenance schedule given below.
Periodically check all fasteners and make sure
these are tight.
We do not recommend the use of pressure
washers or garden hose to clean your unit. They
may cause damage to electric components,
spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The
use of water will result in shortened life and
reduce serviceability.
a, WARNING: Always stop engine and
disconnect the spark plug wire before
performing any maintenance or adjustment
on your snow thrower.
Lubrication
For a view of the lubrication points on the snow
thrower, see Figure 19.
Sprocket Shaft
Lubricatethe sprocket shaft with grease at least
once a season or every 25 hours of operation.
IMPORTANT: Keep all grease and oil off ofthe
friction wheel and the drive plate.
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 a season or every 25
hours of operation with grease. The cams can be
accessed beneath the handle panel.
Customer Responsibilities
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _ #_'*'_ _," O_® SERVICE DATES"
Lubricate pivot points
Clean snow thrower
I.- Clean shave plate
tj
Clean skid shoes
O
_ Check V-belts
Check friction wheel
rubber
Check engine oil
,,, Change engine oil
ZCheck spark plug
Z
'" Check muffler
Empty fuel system
* Fill in dates as you complete regular service
,_ Check; service if needed
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Gear Case
The gear case is lubricated with grease at the
factory and does not require checking. If
disassembled for any reason, lubricate with two
ounces of Shell Alvania grease.
Wheel Chain Case
The wheel chain case is equipped with a grease
fitting. A cold weather multi-purpose grease
should be pumped (only two times) into chain
case every 25 hours of operation. Exceeding
this may cause grease to leak out of the chain
case when warm.
Lube_
Lube
Lube
Figure 19: Lubrication Chart
Worm Gear
• Lubricatethe worm gear on the chute crank
once a season with a multi-purpose automotive
grease.
NOTE: If you disassemble the snow thrower
transmission, make sure toroute the cable between
the drive shaft and the gear shaft before reconnecting
to support bracket for reassembly.
Bearings
Once a season lubricate auger bearings and the
bearings on the side of the frame with light oil.
Oil or spray lubricant into bearings at wheels at
least once a season. Remove wheels, clean and
coat axles with multi-purpose automotive
grease.
Auger Shaft
Lubricate auger shaft at least once a season.
Also lubricate the auger bearings at least once a
season. Remove shear bolts on auger shaft. Oil
or spray lubricant inside shaft.
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 instructions below to check the condition of
the friction wheel rubber every 25 hours of operation.
Remove the six self-tapping screws from the
frame cover underneath the snow thrower. See
Figure 20.
Self-Tapping
Screw
Self-Tapping
Screw
Figure 20
• 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 and recheck
the friction wheel.
Replace friction wheel rubber if necessary.
Refer to instructions on page 23.
Engine Maintenance
Engine Oil
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API
service classification SF, SG or SH. Select the oil's
SAE viscosity grade according to the expected
operating temperature.
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colder_ 32° F-------_warmer
5W30_I_ SAE30
I
Viscosity Chart
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30
etc.) improve startingin cold weather, these multi-
viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption
when used above 32°F. Check your snow thrower's
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 oil.
Changing Oil
Change engine oilafter firsttwo hoursof operation
and every 25 hours thereafter.
In order to change the oil, 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 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. For location
of the oil fill, see Figure 18. Pour fresh oil slowly
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 andnearby areas may exceed 150° F(65°C).
Avoid these areas.
Spark Plug
Clean area around the spark plug base.
• Remove and inspect the spark plug.
• Replacethe spark plug if electrodes are pitted,
burned, orthe porcelain is cracked. See Figure 21.
Clean the spark plug and reset the gap to 0.030"
at least once a season or every 50 hours of
operation. See Figure 21.
Spark plug replacement is recommended at the
start of each season. Refer to engine parts list
for correct spark plug type.
NOTE: Do not sandblast spark plug. Spark plug
should be cleaned by scraping or wire brushing and
washing with a commercial solvent.
Gap
Figure 21
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,a,WARNING: Always stop the engine, dis-
connect spark plug wire and move it away
from the spark plug before performingany
adjustmentsor repairs.
Never attempt to clean the chute or make
any adjustments while the engine is running.
Adjustments
WARNING: Never attempt to clean chute or make
any adjustments while engine is running.
Chute Assembly
The distance that snow is thrown can be adjusted by
adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Refer to
the Controls section of this manual.
The remote chute control cables have been pre-
adjusted at the factory. Move the remote chute
lever on the control panel back and forward to
adjust angle of the chute asssembly.
Skid Shoe
The space between the shave prate and the ground
can be adjusted. For close snow removal, place skid
shoes in the low position. Use middle or high position
when area to be cleared is uneven.
Adjust skid shoes by loosening the six hex nuts
and carriage bolts and two washers 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.
• Retighten nuts and bolts securely.
NOTE:/t is not recommended that you operate this
snow thrower on gravel as loose gravel can be easily
picked up and thrown by the auger causing an injury
or damage to the snow thrower.
If for some reason, you have to operate the
snow thrower on gravel, keep the skid shoe in
the highest position for maximum clearance
between the ground and the shave plate.
Traction Drive Clutch
Refer to the Final Adjustment section of the Set-Up
Instructions to adjust the traction drive clutch. To
check the adjustment, proceed as follows:
With the snow thrower tipped forward (be
certain to drain the gasoline or place plastic film
under the gas cap if the snow thrower has
already been operated), remove the frame cover
underneath the snow thrower by removing six
self-tapping screws.
• With the traction drive clutch released, there
must be clearance between the friction wheel
and the drive plate in all positions of the shift
lever.
With the traction drive clutch engaged, the
friction wheel must contact the drive plate
(shown inFigure 31).
If adjustment is necessary, loosen the jam nut
on the traction drive cable and thread the cable
in or out as necessary. See Figure 22. Tighten
the jam nut to secure the cable when correct
adjustment is reached. Reassemble the frame
cover.
NOTE: If you placed plastic under the gas cap, be
certain to remove it.
Auger Clutch
To adjust the auger clutch, refer to Final Adjustment
section of Set-Up Instructions.
Handle
Panel,
Jam Nut
Ferr/ule
nut
here)
Clip
Cable is straight
but not tight
Was \Shift
Rod
(Viewed from under the handle panel)
Figure 22
Shift Rod
To adjust the shift rod, proceed as follows.
• Remove the hairpin clip and flat washer from the
shift handle under the handle panel.
•Place shift lever in sixth (6) position or the
fastest forward speed.
•Push shift arm assembly down as far as it will go.
• Rotate the ferrule up or down on the shift rod as
necessary until the ferrule lines up with the
upper hole in the shift lever. See Figure 22.
• Insert ferrule from the right side of the
snowthrower into the upper hole in shift lever.
• Reinstall the hairpin clip and the washer.
CAUTION: Check for correct adjustment
before operating the snow thrower.
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Carburetor
WARNING: If any adjustments are made
to the engine while the engine is running
(e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all
moving parts. Be careful of heated
surfaces and mufflers.
Minor carburetor adjustments may be required to
compensate for differences in fuel temperature,
altitude and load.
Service
Augers
The augers are secured to the spiral shaft withtwo
shear bolts and hex lock nuts. See Figure 23. If you
hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is
designed so that the bolts will shear. This type of
boltt is used where vibration occurs.
If the augers do not turn, check to see if the bolts
have sheared. Two replacement shear bolts (shown
in Figure 23 inset ) and hex lock nuts have been
provided with the snow thrower. Since lock nuts
cannot be threaded onto a bolt by hand, use a
wrench, When replacing bolts, spray an oil lubricant
into shaft before inserting new bolts.
Auger
Bol
Reassemble new shave plate, making sure
heads of the carriage bolts are to the inside of
the housing. See Figure 24. Reinstall skid shoe.
Tighten all hardware securely.
Bolt
Nut
Figure 24
Replacing Belt
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug
wire from the spark plug and ground.
Auger Belts
•Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the
engine by removing the two self-tapping screws.
See Figure 25.
Engine
Figure 23
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.
Remove the six carriage bolts, belleville
washers and hex nuts which attach skid shoes
to the snow thrower on two sides. See Figure 17.
Reassemble new skid shoes with the six
carriage bolts, belleville washers (cupped side
goes against skid shoes) and hex nuts. Make
certain the skid shoes are adjusted to be level.
• To remove shave plate, remove the skid shoe
first. Next remove carriage bolts, belleville
washers and hex nuts which attach shave plate
to the snow thrower housing. For location of
shave plate, see Figure 24.
Self-Tapping
Screw
;_ping-J- - BeltCover
Screw
Figure 25
Disconnect chute crank assembly at the
discharge chute by removing the hairpin clip and
the two flat washers. See Figure 26.
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Figure 26
Remove the six hex nuts and lock washers
which attach the auger housing assembly to the
frame assembly, See Figure 27.
WARNING: Do not attempt to change
auger belt without the help of an assistant. It
is very important that one person, standing
at the operating position, firmly hold the
snow thrower housing to prevent it from
tipping while the other person replaces the
belt. Failure to comply with this may result in
injury.
J
Hex Nut,
Lock Washer
"reassembly
Figure 27
Standing in the operating position, lift up on the
handles and pull the frame assembly towards
the rear. The frame and the housing will
separate, and the rear auger belt will come off
the pulley. Maintain control of the frame
assembly while pulling it.
Remove the two belts from the two engine
pulleys. For location of the pulleys, see Figure 28.
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Removebelt__ _ frompulley
frompulley _._ !_ Removebelt
(Wheels not shown for clarity,)
Figure 28
To remove the front auger drive belt, push the
idler pulley to the left. See Figure 29. The belt
brake should move outward. Lift the front auger
drive belt from the front auger pulley.
/.
j_)) idlerpulley
Figure 29
Place new belts on the two auger pulleys making
sure that the front auger belt is under the belt
brake. Route belts under and to the left of the flat
idler pulley. Hold the belts upward in this
position.
While lifting up on the handles, bring the frame
assembly close to the auger housing, and place
the two belts on the front and rear engine
pulleys.See Figure 30.
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• Leveltheframeassemblyandtiptheauger
housingforwardtoalignstudswiththe
correspondingholesonbothsidesoftheframe
assembly.SeeFigure27.Pushtheframe
assemblyfullyontothestuds.
NOTE:Use care to avoid pinching the control cable.
From the frame assembly side, insert six lock
washers and hex nuts on to the studs. These
pieces of hardware were removed earlier. See
Figure 27. Tighten the nuts securely.
•Reinstall the belt cover on front of the engine
with the two self-tapping screws and flat
washers.
Reattach the chute crank to the chute assembly
with the hairpin clip and flat washer.
NOTE: Make sure that the auger cable is routed in
front of the belt.
Changing Friction Wheel Rubber
Check the rubber on the friction wheel after 25
hours of operation, and periodically thereafter.
Replace the 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 six screws from the frame cover
underneath the snow thrower.
Remove klick pin securing the left wheel, and
remove the wheel from the axle.
Remove the four screws securing the left drive
cover to the frame. The drive cover is located
behind the wheel chain case. Remove the drive
cover from the side of the frame. See Figure 32.
Drive Belt
• Check drive belt every 50 hours of operation for
wear and tear.
• Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or
place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.
• Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the
engine by removing the two self-tapping screws.
Tip the snow thrower up and forward, so that it
rests on the housing.
• Remove sixself-tapping screws from frame cover
undemeath the snow thrower. See Figure 20.
• Pull the idler pulley away from the drive belt and
remove the belt from the engine pulley. You will
find the idler pulley in front of the engine and
under the belt cover that you removed earlier.
Working from the underside of the frame, slip
belt between the friction wheel and the friction
wheel disc. See Figure 31. You may have to
twist the belt flat in order to slide it through the
clearance between the friction wheel and the
friction wheel disc. Remove the belt.
• Install new belt. Reassemble following the
instructions in reverse order.
Idler _
Pulley [/
Location
Friction
Wheel
Disc
ction
_heel
_/_ Drive Belt
Location
Or,vo
_j Cover
Figure 32
Holding the friction wheel assembly, slide the
hex shaft out of the left side of the unit. The
spacer on the right side of the hex shaft will fall
and the sprocket should remain hanging lose in
the chain.
Lift the friction wheel assembly out between the
axle shaft and the drive shaft assemblies.
Remove the six screws from both sides of the
friction wheel assembly. Remove friction wheel
rubber from between the friction wheel plate.
Reassemble new friction wheel rubber to the
friction wheel assembly, tightening the six
screws in rotation and with equal force. See
Figure 33. Assemble the rubber on the friction
wheel equally for proper functioning.
Friction Wheel
Plates
Bearing
Friction Wheel
Rubber Hu_b
Figure 31 Figure 33
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Insert the pin from the shift arm assembly into
the friction wheel assembly and hold assembly
in position. See Figure 34.
Shift Arm Assembly
Friction
Wheel
Figure 34
Slide the hex shaft throughthe left side of the
housing and throughthe friction wheel
assembly.
Insert the hex shaft through the sprocket and the
spacer. See Figure 35. Make certain that the
chain engages both the large and the small
sprocket.
NOTE: If the sprocket fell from the snow thrower while
removing the hex shaft, place the sprocket on the hex
shaft. Position the hex hub of the sprocket toward the
friction wheel when sliding the sprocket on to the hex
shaft. See Figure 35
• Align the hex shaft withthe righthand bearing
and carefully guide the left hand bearing intothe
left side of the housing.
• Reassemble the drive cover with the four screws
that were earlier removed.
Note: If you placed plastic under the gas cap, be
certain to remove it.
Carburetor
If you think the carburetor needs to be adjusted, see
your nearest authorized Sears Service Outlet.
If your snow thrower is left unused for 30 days or
tonger,it needs to be prepared for storage. Atso, at
the end of the snow season, you should follow the
same set of instructionsand store the snow thrower
properly for off-season. Proper storage ensures
longer life of the snow thrower.
AWARNING: If any adjustments are made to
the engine while the engine is running (e.g.
carburetor), keep clear of all moving parts.
Be careful of heated surfaces and muffler.
Hex
Shaft
Figure 35
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If the snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or
longer, or at the end of the snow season when the last
possibility of snow is gone, the equipment needs to
be stored properly. Follow storage instructionsbelow
to ensure top performance from the snow thrower for
many more years.
Preparing Engine
AWARNING: Never store snow thrower with
fuel in tank indoorsor inpoorlyventilated
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 importantto prevent gum deposits from
forming inessential fuel system parts of the
engine such as the carburetor, fuel filter,
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 fuel system of an engine while
in storage.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be
emptiedbefore 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 harming the engine.
Carburetor
B°_i'n _Ii_
Figure 36
WARNING: Drain fuel into approved
container outdoors,away from any open
flame. Be certain engine iscool. Do not
smoke.
Fuel left in engine 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 36.
&WARNING: Do notdrain carburetor if using
fuel stabilizer. Never use engine or
carburetor cleaning products in the fuel tank
or permanent damage may occur.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL) is an
acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel 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 10minutes 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. Cover spark plug hole with a rag and
crank the engine several times to distribute the
oil. Replace spark plug.
Preparing Snow Thrower
When storing the snowthrowerin an
unventilatedor metal storage shed, care should
be taken to rustproofthe equipment.Usinga
lightoil or silicone,coat the equipment,
especiallyany chains,springs, bearings and
cables.
Remove alldirt from exteriorof engine and
equipment.
•We do not recommendthe use of pressure
washers orgarden hose to clean your unit.They
may cause damage to electriccomponents,
spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The
use of water will result in shortened lifeand
reduce serviceability.
Followlubrication recommendationson
page 17.
Store ina clean, dry area.
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s to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not lastove_ty I
Blocked fuel line. days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Choke not in ON position Clean fuel line.
Faulty spark plug. Move switch to ON position
Key not in switch on engine.
Spark plug wire
disconnected.
Primer button not depressed.
Fuel shut-off valve closed
(if so equipped).
Throttle in Stop position
Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Insert key.
Connect spark plug wire.
Refer to Starting instructions on page 14.
Open fuel shut-off valve.
Move Throttle to RUN position.
Engine runs erratic Move choke lever to OFF position.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean fresh gasoline. Fuel will not
last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
Water or dirt in fuel system. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel
Carburetor out of adjustment. Have carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer.
Loss of power Spark plug wire loose. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Gas cap vent hole plugged. Remove ice and snow from cap. Be certain vent hole is clear.
Exhaust port plugged. Clean.
Engine overheats Carburetor not adjusted Have carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer.
properly.
Excessive vibration Loose parts or damaged auger.
Incorrect adjustment of drive cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
'Rubber on friction wheel worn off
Discharge chute clogged.
Foreign object lodged in auger.
Shear bolt sheared.
Incorrect adjustment of drive cable.
Drive belt loose or damaged.
Unit fails to propel
itself
Unit fails to
discharge snow
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire.
Tighten all bolts and nuts. Make all necessary repairs. If vibra-
tion continues, have unit serviced by an authorized service
dealer.
Adjust drive cable. Refer to Adjustment section of this manual
Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance
section of this manual.
Replace rubber following instructions on page 23.
Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire.
Clean discharge chute and inside of auger housing.
IStop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire.
Remove object from auger,
Replace shear bolt.
Adjust drive cable, Refer to Adjustment section of this manual.
Replace drive belt. Refer to Belt Replacement in Maintenance
section of this manual.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your nearest
_I'_F" SEARS service center.
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Snow Thrower Safety and Decorative Labels Map
Please followthe map below to get correctpart number and location of the labels when replacing any label on your
snow thrower. It is very important to keep safety labels on the unit at all times, and follow the directions set forth in
these labels for safe operation of the equipment.
777120729 77712O728
SJ
Tr/12O_7
TrlI_0_4
(CENTER MODEL PLATE --
WITH TOP OF FRAME COVER)
777S30005
77/120830
777S2O004
7771)03182
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SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.888540
Key. No. Part No.
1. 05931
2. 684-0041C-0689
3. 684-0065
4. 705-5226-0689
6, 710-6451
7. 710-0459A
8. 710-0604
9. 710-0703
10. 710-0890A
11. 712-0116
12. 712-0324
13. 712-0429
14. 712-0798
15. 712-3010
16. 712-3068
17. 715-0114
18. 731-1379A
t9. 732o0611
20. 736-0119
21. 736-0169
22. 736-0174
23. 736-0188
Description
Bearing Housing
Auger Housing Assy. 28" Polo Green
Impeller Assy. 12" dia,
Chute Reinforcement: Polo Green
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .75" Gr.2
Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 1.5" Gr.5
Hex Washer Head Self-Tapping
Screw 5/16-18 x .62"
Carriage Screw 1/4-20 x .75"
Ke_ No. Part No.
24. 736-0242
25. 736-0463
26. 737-3007
27. 738-0281
28. 741-0245
29, 741-0309
30. 741-0475
31. 741-0493A
32. 766-0178
Description
Belleville Washer
Flat Washer
Grease
Shoulder Screw
Hex Flange Bearing
Flange Ball Bearing
Bushing
Flange Bushing
Flat Idler
Shear Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.5"
Jam Nut 3/8-24
Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20
Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18
Hex Nut 3/8-16 Gr.2
Hex Nut 5/16-18 Gr.5
Hex Patch Nut 5/16-18
Spiral Pin
Chute Adapter
Extension Spring
Lock Washer
Lock Washer
Wave Washer
Flat Washer
34. 784-5632A
35: 784-5647
36. 605-5196A-0637
37. 605-5197A-0637
38. 618-0122
39. 784-5582A
40. 710-0451
41. 712-3010
42. 736-0242
43. 784-5038B-0689
44. 710-0276
Auger idler Arm
Chute Crank Bracket
Spiral Assembly: RH 28" Powder
Black
Spiral Assembly: LH 28" Powder
Black
Gear Assembly: Auger 28"
Shave Plate: Auger 28"
Carr. Bolt: 5/16-18 x 0,75
Hex Nut: 5/16-18 Gr,5
Belleville Washer
Slide Shoe: Polo Green
Carriage Screw: 5/16-18 x 1.0"
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SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.888540
Key No. Part No.
1. 618-0043
2. 618-0044
3. 618-0303A
4. 618-0420-0689
5. 618-0421-0689
6. 656-0012A
7. 684-0014B
8. 684-0042B
9. 684-0130-0689
10. 684-0131A
11. 710-0599
12. 710-0788
13. 710-1652
14. 711-1267
15. 711-1268
16. 711-1364
17. 712-0711
18. 712-3017
19. 713-0131
20. 713-0233
21. 713-0413
22. 713-0473
23. 714-0104
24. 714-0474
25. 716-0102
26. 721-0263
27. 732-0209
28. 732-0264
Description
Dogg Assembly: RH
Dogg Assembly: LH
Shift Assembly: Steerable Drive
Chain Case Assembly: RH
Chain Case Assembly: LH
Friction Wheel Disc Assy.
Shift Rod Assembly
Bearing
Transmission Frame Assembly
Support Bracket Assembly
Hex Washer Hd. TT Screw
1/4-20 x 0.5"
Hex Washer Hd. 77- Screw
1/4-20 x 1.0"
Hex Washer Hd. TT Screw
1/4-20 x .625"
Drive Shaft
Actuator Shaft
Pin
Jam Nut 3/8-24 Gr,8
Hex Nut: 3/8-16
Chain
Chain
Sprocket: 19T
Sprocket
Cotter Pin
Cotter Pin
Snap Ring
Adhesive: Loctite
Extension Spring
Extension Spring
Key No. Part No.
29. 736-0105
30. 736-0142
31. 736-0160
32. 736-0169
33. 736-0351
34. 736-0626
35. 737-0170
36. 737-3007
37, 738-0924
38. 741-0598
39. 741-0600
40. 741-0701
41. 741-1111
42. 746-0897
43. 746-0898
44. 746-0956
45. 748-0190
46. 750-1161
47. 750-1162
48. 756-0625
49. 784-5590
50. 784-5687A
51, 784-5689A
52. 784-5730A-0689
53, 784-5732-0689
54, 784-5733-0689
55. 784-5740-0689
56. 710-1233
57. 712-0127
58. 725-0157
59. 746-0950
Description
Bell Washer
Flat Washer
Flat Washer
Lock Washer
Flat Washer
Flat Washer
Lubricant: 6 in 1
Grease
Shoulder Screw
Hex Flange Bearing
Ball Bearing
Flange Bushing
Hex Flange Bearing
Auger Clutch Cable
Drive Clutch Cable
Steering Cable
Spacer
Support Tube: Axle
Spacer
Roller Cable
Shift Bracket
Auger Clutch Cable Guide Bracket
Front Support Guide Bracket
Retaining Shaft RH: Actuator Drive
Frame Cover
Roller Bracket: Drive Cable
Retaining Shaft LH: Actuator Drive
Oval C-Sunk Machine Screw
Weld Nut
Cable Tie (not shown)
Turn Trigger
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Key. No. Part No. Description
1. 712-0324 Hex Lock Nut: 1/4-20
2. 732-0705 Cable Guide
3. -- Craftsman Engine
model 143.999005
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SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.888540
Key No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Part No.
629-0058
684-0008A-
0637
684-0053A
684-0066
684-0102-
0689
684-0111
684-0112
8 710-0262
9 710-0442
10 710-0451
11 710-0459
12 710-0599
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
30 731-1773A
31 732-0145
32 732-0193
33 732-0705
34 732-0746
35 735-0199A
36 736-0105
37 736-0119
38 736-0159
39 736-0506
Description Key No. Part No,
Harness for Headlight 40 736-0509
Shift Arm Assembly 41 737-0133
42 746-0896
Lower Chute Crank Assembly 43 746-0901
Hardware Pack*
Handle Panel Assembly w/Tilt: 44 747-0798A
Polo Green 45 747-0877
Handle Assembly Engagement (L.H.) 46 748-0362
Red 47 748-0363
Handle Assembly Engagement 48 749-0908A-
(RH.) Red 0637
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.50 49 749-0909-
Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1,5 0637
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x.75 50 784-5594
Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 1.5 51 784-5604
Hex Washer Hd. TT Screw 52 784-5619A
1/4-20 x 0.5" 53 784-5679
Hex AB Tap Screw 1/4 x .62 54 784-5680
Hex B-Tapp Screw # 10-16 x .62 55 784-5681
Clevis Pin 56 784-5682
Hex Ins.Lock Nut 3/8-24 57 712-3010
Self-Threading Nut 58 712-3027
Lock Nut 5/16-18 59 712-0287
Hex Nut 60 736-0119
Cotter Pin 61 784-5599
Roll Pin 62 710-3180
Chute Crank Knob 63 710-3008
Shift Knob: Red 64 736-0275
Headlight 65 736-0185
Push Cap 66 714-0104
Lower Chute 67 731-0851A
Cable Guide 68 710-3015
Headlight Bezel 69 711-0677
Upper Chute 70 710-0262
Handle Panel 71 746-0778
Compression Spring 72 712-0121
Compression Spring 73 705-5266
Cable Control Wire 74 736-0242
Torsion Spring 75 714-0101
Rubber Bumper 76 750-0785
Bell Washer .380 x .880 x.062 77 747-0737
Lock Washer 5/16 I.D. 78 736-0270
Washer 5/6 I,D. 79 715-0138
Special Washer
Description
Special Washer
Grease
Chute Deflector Control Cable
Chute Deflector Cable
w/Clip
Shift Rod
Cam Rod
Cam Handle Lock
Pawl Handle lock
Right Handle: Powder Black
Left Handle: Powder Black
Cable Bracket
Chute Tilt Handle
Shift Handle
Handle Support Bracket (L.H.) 5/8
Handle Support Bracket (R.H.) 5/8
Handle Support Bracket (LH.) 3/8
Handle Support Bracket (RH.) 3/8
Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd.
Hex Flange Locked Nut 1/4-20 Thd.
Hex Nut 1/4-20
Lock Washer 5/16
Handle Tab
Hex Bolt5/16-18 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 1/4-20 x 0.75" Gr.5
Ferrule
Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.50
Z Fitting
Hex Nut # 10-24
Chute Crank Reinforcement Bracket
Cupped Washer
Hairpin Clip
Spacer
Upper Chute Crank
Bell Washer
Roll Pin
* Includes references 58 through 75
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Key No. Part No.
1. 710-0459A
2. 710-0599
3. 712-0116
4, 713-0491
5. 713-0492
6. 714-0161
7. 736-0235
8. 736-0351
9. 737-0170
10, 737-3000
11. 737-3007
12. 738-1135
13. /738-1136
14. /741-0598
15. _756-0313
/18. /7_-0400-0689
/17. /784-0401-0689
/18. i 34-ot95
/19. 1734-1732
20. 1734-1735-0662
i 21. 741"0401
Description
Special Hex Screw: 3/8-24 x 1,5"
TT Screw: 1/4-20 x 0.5"
Jam Nut
Sprocket
Chain
Key
Flat Washer
Flat Washer
Lubricant: 6in 1
Lube Fitting
Grease (not shown)
Drive Axle
Wheel Axle
Hex Flange Bearing
Flat Idler
Chain Case: Outer, Polo Green
Chain Case: Inner, Polo Green
Complete Wheel Assembly: Oyster
Grey (includes items 19-21)
Tire Assembly
Rim Assembly: Oyster Grey
Bearing
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MODEL 247.888540
IMPORTANT: For a properly working !
machine, use Factory Approved Parts. Ei
V-Belts are specially designed to engage and
disengage safely. A non-OEM substitute 1
V-Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging
completely,
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9.
10.
11.
12.
Part No.
05896A
710-0230
710-0627
710-0654A
710-0696
710-1245
710-1652
710-3005
712-0181
731-1324
732-0710
736-0242
Description Key No Part No.
Idler Bracket 13.
Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 0.5" Gr.5 14.
Hex Screw w/patch: 5/16-24 x 0.75" 15.
Hex Washer HeadTT Sems Screw 16.
Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x .875" Gr.8 17.
Hex Screw w/Patch: 5/16-24 x .875" 18.
Gr.5 19.
Hex Washer Head TT 20.
Hex Screw: 3/8-16 x 1.0" 21.
Top Lock Jam Nut: 3/8-16 22,
Belt Cover 23.
Extension Spring 24.
Bellevile Washer 25.
26.
736-0247
736-0270
736-0331
736-0505
737-3007
!748-0234
748-0360
754-0346
754-0430A
756-0313
756-0569
756-0967
756-0986
756-0987
Description
Flat Washer
Bell Washer
Bell Washer
Flat Washer
Grease
Shoulder Spacer
Adapter Pulley
V-Belt
Belt
Flat Idler
Pulley Half
Auger Pulley
Pulley Half
Pulley Half
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Key
No.
1
2
3
4
5
15
15A
15B
16
17
18
19
20
25
26
28
3O
35
36
37
38
40
40
41
41
42
42
43
45
47
48
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65
69
70
71
75
76
80
81
82
83
84
86
87
89
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No.
35385
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30969
30699C
30700
650494
33454
29916
651028
34663
35319
36460
650561
30322
35980A
29826
29918
29216
29642
40011
40012
40009
40010
40013
40014
27888
36897
681033
34034
36896
36655
33273A
650128
35262A
35445A
35377
35319
28926
31845
30590A
35378
30588A
29193
650833
650832
32589
611093
650880
Key Pad
Description Q_. No. No.
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 1
Speed Control Spring 1
Oil Seal 1
Blower Housing Baffle 1
Screw 2
Lock Nut 1
Crankshaft 1
Screw 1
Lock Washer 1
Lock Nut 1
Retaining Ring 1
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.) 1
Piston,Pin & Ring Set (.010"O i) 1
Piston, & Pin Ass'y.(Std.) 1
Piston, & Pin Ass'y.(.010" OS) 1
Ring Set (Std.) 1
Ring Set (.010" OS) 1
Piston Pin Retaining Ring 2
Connecting Rod Ass'y. 1
Connecting Rod Bolt 2
Valve Lifter 2
Oil Dipper 1
Camshaft (MCR) 1
Blower Housing Extension 1
Screw 1
Cylinder Cover Gasket 1
Cylinder Cover 1
Crankshaft Bushing 1
Oil Sea! 1
Camshaft Seal 1
Governor Shaft 1
Washer 1
Governor Gear Asss'y. 1
Governor Spool 1
Retaining Ring 1
Screw 7
Screw 1
Flywheel Key 1
Flywheel (W/Ring Gear) 1
Belleville Washer 1
93 650881
100 35135
101 610118
102 651024
103 651007
110 35187
110A 37047
119 36448
120 36449
125 27878A
125 27880A
126 34035
126 34036
127 650691
130 6021A
130A 650727
130B 651055
135 35395
139 33369
140 650836
149 27882
149A 35862
150 27881
151 32581
169 27896A
170 28423
171 28424
172 28425
173 35350
174 650128
178 29752
182 30088A
183 34587A
184 33263
185 33877
186 34667
186B 36652
200 34677
203 31342
204 651029
206 610973
207 33878
209 650821
215 35440
219 34586
220 35438
222 28820
223 650378
224 27915A
Description
Flywheel Nut
Solid State Ignition
Spark Plug Cover
Solid State Mounting Stud
Screw, Torx
Ground Wire
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
Screw
Screw
Resistor Spark Plug
Governor Gear Bracket
Screw
Valve Spring Cap
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
Choke Knob
Screw
Screw, Torx
Intake Pipe Gasket
Qty.
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
7
2
2
1
1
2
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
2
2
1
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Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.999005 for Craftsman
Snow Thrower Model 247,888540
Table continued from previous page
Key
No.
260
261
262
264A
265
275
276
277
281
282
285
287
290
292
298
3OO
301
305
307
308
310
314
315
323B
325
Part
No,
35447A
650788
29747B
650802
33272B
35056
31588
651002
33013
650760
35985B
29752
30705
26460
650665
34156A
35355
35554
35499
35540
36205
650873
611111
611118
29443
Key
Description Qty. No.
Blower Housing 1 327
Screw 2 328
Screw, Torx 2 329
Screw 1 335
Cylinder Head Cover 1 336
Muffler 1 338
Locking Plate 1 340
Screw 2 341
Starter Bubble Cover 1 342
Screw 1 343
Starter Cup 1 350
Nut & Lock Washer 4 351
Fuel Line 1 355
Fuel Line Clamp 4 364
Screw 2 365
Fuel Tank 1 370A
Fuel Cap. 1 370B
Oil Fill Tube 1 370C
"O" Ring 1 380
Fill Tube Clip 1 390
Dipstick 1 396
Screw 1 400
Alternator Coil 1 900
Terminal 1 900
Wire Clip 1
Part
No.
35392
35593
610973
35057A
650765
28942
34154
34155
65O561
35079
570682A
32180C
590574
33377
650767
36501
35077
35878
64OO52
590749
37000
36450A
Description
Starter Plug
Ignition Key
Terminal
Carburetor Cover
Screw
Screw
Fuel Tank Bracket
Fuel Tank Bracket
Screw
Key Switch Bracket
Primer Bulb
Primer Line
Starter Handle
Carburetor Cover Bracket
Screw
Primer Decal
Choke Decal
Warning Decal
Carburetor
Rewind Starter
Electric Starter Motor
Gasket Set
Replacement Engine--none
Short Block 756325
Order from 71-999
Qty.
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
Recoil Starter
12
13
--8
--11
Key
No.
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
11
12
13
Part
No.
590733
590599A
590600
590696
590601
590697
590698
590699
590709
590734
590535
590574
Description Qty.
Rewind Starter 1
Spring Pin (Incl. 4) 1
Washer 1
Retainer 1
Washer 1
Brake Spring 1
Starter Dog 2
Dog Spring 2
Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y. 1
Starter Housing Ass'y. 1
Starter Rope (Length 98" x
9/64" Dia.) 1
Mitten Grip Handle (Not
Included With Starter) 1
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Snow Thrower Model 247.888540
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No. No. Description Qty.
0 640052
1631776A
2631970
6 631778
7650506
10 632112
14 632174
15 630735
16 632164
17 650417
18 630766
20 640016
20A 640053
25 631951
27 631024
26 632019
29 631028
30 631021
31 631022
32 27136A
33 27554
36 640005
37 632547
40 640055
44 27110
47 630748
48 631027
632760
Carburetor (Incl. 184 of
Engine Parts List) 1
Throttle Shaft & Lever Ass'y. 1
Throttle Return Spring 1
Throttle Shutter 1
Shutter Screw 2
Choke Shaft & Lever Ass'y. 1
Choke Shutter 1
Choke Positioning Spring 1
Fuel Fitting 1
Throttle Crack Screw/Idle
Speed Screw 1
Tension Spring 1
Idle Restrictor Screw 1
Idle Restrictor Screw Cap
Float Bowl Ass'y. (Incl. 32 &
33) 1
Float Shaft 1
Float 1
Float Bowl "O" Ring 1
Inlet Needle, Seat & Clip
(Incl. 31) 1
Spring Clip 1
Bowl Drain Ass'y. 1
Drain Plunger Gasket 1
Main Nozzle Tube 1
O Ring 2
High Speed Bowl Nut 1
Bowl Nut Washer 1
Welch Plug, Idle Mix. Well 1
Welch Plug, Atmospheric
Vent 1
Repair Kit 1
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