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Owner's Manual

9 Horse Power

28" Two-Stage Track Drive

Snow Thrower

Model No.

247.888550

CAUTION: Before

using this product,

read this manual and

follow all safety rules

and operating

instructions.

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

•Service

•Maintenance

•Espafiol

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

Visit our Sears website: www.sears.condcraftsman

FormNo.770-10051C

PdntedJnU.S.A. (6/99)

Content Page

Warranty Information......................................... 2

Safe Operation Practices................................... 3

Hardware Pack .................................................. 5

Assembly ........................................................... 6

Operation ............... ............................................ 12

Maintenance ...................................................... 17

Content Page

Service & Adjustment......................................... 20

Off*Season Storage ........................................... 24

Trouble-Shooting............................................... 25

Parts List............................................................ 26

Espanbl.............................................................. 40

Two -Year Warranty on Craftsman Snow Thrower

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

up accordingto the instructionsinthe owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material

and workmanship.

If this Craftsman snow throweris used for commercial or rental purposes, thiswarranty applies for only 30 days

from the date of purchase.

This warranty does not cover:

Expendable items which become worn duringnormal use, suchas skidshoes, shave plate and spark

plugs.

Repairs nec•ssary because of operator abuse or negligence, includingbent crankshaftsand the failure to

maintainthe equipment accordingto the instructionscontained in the owner's manual.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLEBY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN SNOWTHROWER TO THE NEAREST

SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.

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

Thiswarrantygivesyouspecificlegal rightsandyou mayalsohaveotherdghts whichmayvary from stateto state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES,IL60179

Horsepower: 9

EngineOil SAE 5W30 oil

Fuel Capacity: 1 gallon

Spark Plug: RJ-19LM

Engine: 143.999005

Model Number 247.888550

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

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

Record both serial number and date of purchase and

keep in a safe place for future reference.

This symbol points out important safety instructions which, ifnotfollowed, could endanger the

personal safetyand/or propertyof yourselfand others. Read and followall instructions in this manual

before attemptingto operate your snow thrower. Failure to complywiththese instructionsmay resultin

personal injury.When yousee thissymbol--heed its warning.

,_ Your snow thrower was builtto be operated accordingto the rulesfor safe operation inthis manual. As

DANGER" withany type of power equipment carelessness or erroron the partof the operator canresultin serious

in ury. fyou v o ate anyofthese rules, you may cause serious njuryto yourselfor others.

Thisunitisequippedwithan internalcombustionengineandshouldnotbe usedonornearany unimproved

forest-covered, brush-coveredorgrass-coveredland unlessthe engine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwitha

sparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalorstate laws(ifany). If a sparkarresteris used,it shouldbe

maintainedineffectiveworkingorderby theoperator.

In the StateofCaliforniathe aboveisrequiredby law (Section4442 ofthe CaliforniaPublicResources

Code).Otherstatesmayhave similarlaws.Federallawsapplyonfederal lands.A sparkarresterfor the

mufflerisavailablethroughyournearestSearsAuthorizedServiceCenter(See the REPAIR PARTS section

ofthismanual.)

TRAINING

Read thisowner's guide carefullyin itsentiretybefore

attemptingto assemble oroperate this machine. Be

completelyfamiliar withthe controlsand the proper

use of this machine before operating it. Keep this

manual ina safe place for future and regular

reference and for orderingreplacement parts.

Never allowchildrenunder 14 years oldto operate a

snowthrower. Children 14 years oldand over should

only operate asnow thrower underclose parental

supervision.Onlypersonswell acquainted with these

rulesof safe operationshould be allowed to use your

snow thrower.

No one should operate thisunit whileintoxicated or

whiletaking medicationthat impairsthe senses or

reactions.

Keep the area of operationclear of all persons,

especially small childrenand pets.

Exercise caution to avoidslippingor falling,especially

when operating inreverse.

PREPARATION

Thoroughlyinspectthe area where the equipment is

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

wires and other foreign objects.

Do not operate equipment withoutwearing adequate

outergarments for winter.Do not wear jewelry, long

scarfs or other looseclothingwhich could become

entangled inmoving parts.Wear footwear which will

improvefootingon slipperysurfaces.

Before workingwithgasoline,extinguishalt cigarettes

and othersources of ignition.Check the fuel before

startingthe engine. Gasoline is an extremely

flammable fuel. Do not fillthe gasoline tank indoors,

while the engine is running,or untilengine has been

allowed to cool at least two minutes. Replace

gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilled

gasoline before startingthe engine as itmay cause a

fire or explosion.

Use a grounded three wire plug-in for all unitswith

electricdrive motors or electricstarting motors.

Adjustcollector housingheightto clear gravel or

crushed rocksurface.

Never attemptto make any adjustmentswhile engine

is running(except where specificallyrecommended

by manufacturer).

Letengine and machine adjust to outdoor

temperature before startingto clear snow.

Always wear safety glasses oreye shields during

operationor whileperformingan adjustment or repair,

to protecteyes from foreign objectsthat may be

thrown from the machine in any direction.

OPERATION

Do not put hands orfeet near or under rotatingparts.

Keep clear of discharge opening and auger at all

times.

Exercise extreme caution when operatingon or

crossinggravel drives, walks,or roads. Stay alert for

hidden hazards or traffic.

Do not carry passengers.

After strikinga foreign object, stopthe engine, remove

wire from the spark plugand thoroughlyinspectthe

snow thrower for any damage. Repair the damage

before restartingand operating the snow thrower.

Ifthe snow thrower startsto vibrate abnormally,stop

the engineand check immediatelyfor the cause.

Vibration is generallya warning of trouble.

Stopthe engine whenever you leave the operating

position,before uncloggingthe collector/impeller

housingor dischargeguide and before making any

repairs,adjustments,or inspections.Never place your

hand in the dischargeor collectoropenings.Use a

stickor wooden broomhandle to unclogthe

discharge opening.

Take allpossible precautionswhen leaving the unit

unattended. Disengage the collector/impeller,stop

the engine and remove the key.

When cleaning, repairing,or inspecting,make certain

collector/impellerand allmoving parts have stopped.

Disconnectspark plugwire and keep away from plug

to prevent accidentalstarting.

• Do not runthe engine indoors,except when startingit

and/or transportingthe snowthrower in orout of

building.Open doors before startingtheengine inthat

case. Exhaust fumes are dangerous.

Do not clear snow across theface of slopes. Exercise

extreme caution when changingdirectionon slopes.

Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.

Never operate the snow thrower withoutguards,

plates or othersafety protectiondevices in place,

• Never operate the snow thrower near glass

enclosure, automobiles,window wells, dropoff, etc.,

withoutproper adjustmentsof snow thrower

dischargeangle. Keep childrenand pets away.

Do notoverload machine capacity by attemptingto

clear snow at too fast a rate. Never operate the

machine at hightransportspeeds onslippery

surfaces. Lookbehindand use care when backing.

Never direct discharge at bystanders or allowanyone

in front of unitwhilethrowingsnow.

•Disengagepower to collector/impellerofthe srx)w

throwerwhentransportingitorwhen the unitis notin use.

Use only attachments and accessories(such as

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

by the snow thrower manufacturer.

Never operatethe snow throwerwithoutgood visibility

or light.Always be sure of yourfooting and keep a firm

holdon the handles. Walk, never run.

Mufflerand engine become hotand can cause severe

bum injury.Do not touchthe mufflerorthe engine

whilestarting oroperatingthe snowthrower.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

Check shear bolts, enginemountingbolts,etc., at

frequent intervalsfor propertightness,thusensuring

that the equipment is insafe workingcondition.

Never store the machine withfuel in the fuel tank

insidea buildingwhere ignitionscumes are present,

such as hot water heaters, space heaters, clothes

dryersand the like. Allowengineto cool beforestoring

in anyenclosure.

Always refer to owner's guide instructionsfor

importantdetails ifthesnow thrower isto be storedfor

an extended period.

Run machine a few minutes afterthrowingsnow to

preventfreeze-up of the collector/impeller.

Check clutch controlsperiodicallyto verifythat these

engage and disengage properlyand readjust if

necessary. Refer to Service and Adjustmentssection

page of this owner'sguide.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

Restrictthe use of this powermachine to personswho

read, understand and follow the warnings and

instructionsinthis manualand on the machine.

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

instructionon these labels and maintain safety while usingor servicingthe equipment.

I ,A WARNING ADANGER

Lay the hardware pieces from the hardware pack on top of the figure here and you will have automatically soded these

aCCordingto 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) /_

5/16-18 x 1.75

Hex Bolt (2)

,/t

5/16-18 x.75

Handle

Tab (2)

Cupped Washer (4)

Hex Nut (4)

_5/16-18 x 1,50 Carriage Bolt

_\ (4)

(_ Helrp_ ]

Clip

-_fi_ilrpln Clip (2)

I Ferrule

Flat Washer (2) _ ! (1)

3pare Part

"ShearBolt*(2) 5/16-18 x 1.5

Lock

Nut (2)*

Hex

Hot (2)*

*Used on auger; **Used on clutch lever

_/Flanged _;

E_ Hex Bolt (6) Nut (6)

-'N "--"

1/4-20 x .75 1/4-20

Chute Flange Keeper (3)

:-_"exBolt(2) _) Hex_, (2)

1/4-20 X .75" Cup_ped Washer (2) G

1/4-20

Upper Chute

'_/ Crank Bracket

(notshown

inactual

size)

Hairpin Clip (1) Flat

3/8 I.D.

HIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII_,@_ -

,1024x,375"/F "__

TurnTr_r_//// _" Cable Tie (2)_

_,/ Rat Weld Nut (2)

Chute Handte

Panel

Handles

Rear

, Left

Chute

Crank

Shift

Rod

Electric

Start Cord

iMPORTANT: This unitis shippedwithengine oil, but

without gasoline, in the engine. Afterassembly, see

OPERATION section of thismanLJalfor fuel selection

and fill-up.

NOTE: To determineright and left hand sides ofyour

snow thrower, standbehind the unitin the operator's

position. See Figure I inset,

Your snowthrowerhas been assembled at the

factory, except the handle and the handle panel, the

discharge chute assembly,the chute crank assembly

and the shiftrod.These partsare shipped loose inthe

carton.

Removing From Carton

• Cut the comersof the carton and lay the sides

fiat on the ground. Remove all packinginserts.

• Remove all loose parts, For a complete listof

the looseparts, referto the following section.

• Move the snow throweroutof the carton.

• Make certain all partsand literaturehave been

removedbefore discardingthe carton.

Loose Parts

(See Figure 1.)

a. Handle Panel & Chute Assembly

b. Right Hand & Left Hand Handles

Figure I

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 unwrapthe chute tillyou have

installedthe handle panel and the clutchcables.

Tools Required

1. 1/2", 7/16", 3/8" wrenchesor a set of adjustable

wrenches

2. Set of standardhead screw drivers

3. Set of philipshead screw drivers

4. Funnel to fill up gasoline

WARNING: Make certainthe spark plug

wire Is disconnected and movedaway from

the spark plugbefore assemblingthe snow

thrower.

Attaching Handle Assembly

•Stretchout controlcables and place on the floor.

Place the righthandle in positionwiththe flat

side against the snow thrower. Youcan identify

the right handleby the traction drive control label

on it and the left handle by the auger clutch

control label on it.

Securebottomholeonthehandletothesnow

throwerusing5/16x .75"hexboltandlock

washerfrom the hardware pack (groupA on

page 5 ). Donottightenatthistime.See Figure2.

Lock Washer &

He]( Bolt (1-3/4")

Right Handle

Handle

Tab Hex Bolt (.75")

Figure 2

•Place a handle tab, includedinthe hardware

pack (groupA ), overthe upperhole in handle so

that the contourof the handle tab matches that

of the handle. See Figure 2.

•Secure handletab to the snow throwerusing

hex bolt (5/16 x 1.75" long)and lockwasher

from the same group inthe hardware pack. Do

nottightenat thistime.

•Attachthe left handle inthe same manner. Do

nottightenat this time.

•Place the handle panel in positionbetween the

handles so the ends of the curvedpart of the

handlesgo throughthe slotsinthe handlepanel.

While placing the handle panel, make sure to

routechute andchute cable between the handle

and the panel keepingthe cable on top of the

engine. Align the holes inthe handlewiththe

holes onthe two sides of the handlepanel. See

Figure 3.

RightHandle 1

..xoo,t

Carriage Bolt

Handle

Panel

Washer

Figure 3

•Attachhandle panel to the handle withtwo

carriagebolts,cupped washers (cuppedside

againstthe handle panel) and hex nutson each

side. See Figure 3. You willfind these fasteners

ingroupB ofthe hardware pack.Aligncontourof

the carriage bolt head withthe handle. Tighten

the hardware. Repeat on other side.

• Align the hole on the curved partof the right

handle withthe correspondinghole on the right

side of handlepanel making sure that thisend of

the handle isfirmly placed inthe sloton the

handlepanel. See Figure 3.

•Inserta hex bolt, cuppedwasher and flange nut

from Group F of the hardware pack through

these holes as shown in Figure 3.Tighten to

secure, Do notattach the left side now.

Attaching Chute

•Place the chute assemblyover the chute

openingwiththe chutefacing front of the unit.

NOTE: Make sure that the chute cables are

straightened while assembling the chute.

Place the chuteflange 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.

Insert 1/4-20 x .75" hex bolt and flange nut

(group Eof the hardware pack) up through chute

flange keeper and chute assembly as shown in

Figure 4. Do not tighten at this time. Rotate

chute to instal! all the flange keepers.

Figure 4

Afterassembling allthree chuteflange keepers,

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

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

Attaching Chute Crank

•On the left side of the handle panel, placethe

upperchute crankbracket onto the insideof the

handle panel support.Locate thisbracketand

associatedhardware ingroup F of hardware

pack. See Figure 5.

Inserthexboltthroughthe upper chutecrank

bracket, handle panel support,and upper left

handle. Secure the bracketusingcupped

washer and hex nut. Make surethat the cupped

side of the washer is set against the contourof

the handle.

Handle Panel l

Support*

\ "<

Hex Bolt

Crank Bracket

Place the other 3/8 ID flat washer (fromthe

same groupof hardware)on the end of the chute

crank and inserthairpinclip intoeye hole at the

end of the chutecrank. See Figure 7.

Slide the upperchute crank throughthe plastic

bushinginthe upperchute crank bracketand

then intothe lower chutecrank. See Figure 8.

Align the holeson the two piecesof the chute

crank, and securewith hairpinclip from groupC

of the hardwarepack.

Adjustthe chutebracketso that the spiralon the

chutecrankfully engages the teeth onthe chute

assembly.

Using a wrench, tightenthe hex boltand the hex

nut onthe upperchutecrank bracket.

Fullyrotatethe chute, usingthe chute crank, to

make surethat it moves freely. Tighten the nuts

on the lower chutecrank bracketsecurely.

* This part is already attached inside the handle panel

Figure 5

You may have to loosenthe carriage boltsand

hex locknutswhich securethe lower chute

crank bracketto the extensionon the left side of

the chute assembly. See Figure 6.

Lrrlage Bolt,

CrankBracket Itex LockNut

Figure 6

Place one 3/8 ID flat washer (fromgroup G of

the hardware pack) on the end of the chute

crank, then insertthe end of the crank intothe

eye hole inthe plasticbushinginthe chute crank

bracket. See Figure 7.

Cotter Pin Flat Washer

Chute Crank

Tilt Upper

Chute Chute

Cables Crank

Upper

Chute

Crank

Bracket

LowerChute

Crank

Flgure 8

Slip the cables that runfrom the handle panel to

the chute intothe cable guidelocated on topof

the engine. See Figure 9.

Cable Guide

Flat Rasher

Lower Chute /

Crank Bracl_t

Figure 7 Figure 9

Tightenallloose hardware on the handle

assemblyin the followingorder-- firstthe hex

boltsat the bottomof the handle, then the

carriagebolts and lastlythe hex boltson the rear

of the handle panel.

Attaching Clutch Cables

The clutchcontrolcables are attachedto the snow

thrower. If the cables ere attachedto the top of the

engine withcable ties, cut the cable ties now. The Z

ends of the clutchcables are hooked intothe clutch

gripson each handle.

•Ensure there is a hex jam nutthreaded allthe

way upthe threaded portion ofthe Z fitting;

extras are supplied in the hardware pack. See

Figure 10.

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

Z Fitting

Outer

of cut-out

\Nut

Hex Jam

Nut

AWARNING: There must notbe any tension

on either clutchcable withthe driveor auger

clutchgripinthe disengaged (up) position.

These clutchesare asafety feature. Do not

override their function by allowingtension

on eithercablewiththe clutchesdisengaged.

Attaching Shift Rod

•Place the shiftlever inthe sixth(6) speed.

•Place the bentendof the shiftrodintothe holein

the shiftarmassembly.See Figuret 1. Securewith

5/16 flatwasherandhairpinclipfromthe hardware

pack(groupD on page 5).

•Start threadingthe ferrule(includedinthe same

groupinthe hardware pack) ontothe otherendof

the shiftrod. It has to line up withthe upper hole

inthe shiftlever(beneath the handle panel).

While aligningthe ferrule, push down on the shift

rod and the shiftarm assemblyas far as it willgo.

•Once the ferrule slides intothe hole, turn it

counter-clockwiseone more ful!turn and insert it

inthe hole inthe shiftlever.

Shift Chute Distance

Lever Control

Drive Auger

Clutch

Ferrule

Barrel

(Viewed from the underside of the controlpanel)

Upper

Shift

Lever

Clip

Figure 10

•Swing the left auger upmaking surethe cable is

routed correctlyin the cable rollerguideslocated

at the lower rear of the unit.

•Hold the end of the cable at the barrel so the

ferrule turnsfreely withouttwistingthe cable.

Thread the ferrule on to the Z fitting.You may

have to pullon the cable slightlyto relieve

tension. Keepthe ferrule turningwithout twisting

the cable.

• You willreachcorrectadjustmentwhenthere is

minimalslack inthe cable butit isnottight.Hold

the flats on the ferrule withpliersandtightenthe

jam nutagainstthe ferrule.

CAUTION: Cables willbecome loose if youdo not

tighten the jam nut.

Rod

Clip

Assembly

Figure 11

NOTE: It may be necessary topull the shiftlever outof

the sixthspeed positionand move it towardsthe fifth

speedpositio n untilthe ferruleslides into the hole

withoutforce.

Secure the ferrule to the shift leverwithanother

5/16 flat washer and hairpin clipfrom group Dof

the hardware pack. See Figure 11.

Make certain to check for correctadjustmentof

the shiftrodas instructedinthe Adjustment

sectionbefore operatingthe snow thrower.

Attaching Turn Triggers

Make surethat the righthand triggercable is

routedinfront of the tractiondrive cable.

•Feedthetriggercableupthroughthe outersideof

the slotinthe handlepanel.Donotfeedthe cable

throughthe samesideofthe slotastheZ fitting.

•Place the cablebarrelfitting intothe holeinthe

trigger.You can findthe triggersandassociated

hardwareingroupH of the hardwarepack (on

page5). Pullonthe cable and rotateit aroundthe

bottomof thetrigger,withthe innercable inthe

slot,untilthecable endcan be pushedintothe

triggerhousingand snappedtight.See Figure 12.

Trigger

Assembly

Inner Cable

Barrel Slot

Fitting thisend

Figure 12

Note: When the cable is installed correctly, it should

not be possibleto pullcable out of the trigger housing.

Place the rightturn trigger inposition

underneaththe righthandle. Secure withscrew

and weld nutfrom group H of the hardware

pack. See Figure 13. You will need a phillips

screwdriverfor tighteningthe screw. Repeat on

left side.

Turn

S_ot ,Trigger

Cable

Figure 13

•Secure the rightturn triggercable to the right

lower handle, usingcable tie providedinthe

hardware pack. Make sure to routethe cable tie

over the drive cable. See Figure 14.

Figure 14

Secure the leftturn triggercable to the lower

handle usingthe othercable tie. Make sureto

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 sidecable tie must be used to keep

cable from comingin contact withthe moving shift

arm fromthe transmission.

Lamp Wiring

•Wrap the wirefrom the lampdownthe right

handle. Plugwireintothe aitemator leadwire

underthefuel tank. See Figure15.

I _ Hsn le

Figure 15

IMPORTANT: Assemble your snowthrower, then

check the adjustmentsas instructedand make any

final adjustmentsnecessarybefore operatingthe unit.

Failureto follow the instructionsmaycause damage

to the snowthrower.

Final Adjustments

Adjusting Auger Control

• To check the adjustment of the auger control,

push forward the left hand clutchgrip untilthe

rubberbumper is compressed, There should be

slack inthe clutchcable.

•Release the clutchgrip.The cable should be

straight. Make certain you can depress the

auger controlgripagainst the left handle

completely.

•If adjustmentis necessary, loosen the hex jam

nutand thread the cable in(for less slack) or out

(for more slack),

• Recheck the adjustment. Tighten the jam nut

against the cablewhen correctadjustmentis

reached.

Adjusting Traction Drive Control

To check the adjustmentof the tractiondrive

controland shiftlever, move the weight transfer

leverto the transportposition(shownin Figure

18 on page 13) and the shiftlever allthe way

forward to sixth(6) position.

•With the tractiondrive control released, pullthe

triggersupto the handleand then pushthe snow

throwerforward to checkthat the tracks turn.

•Squeeze tractiondrivecontrolagainstthe handle

and pullthe starter.The tracksshouldturn.

• Now release the tractiondrive controland pull

the starteragain. The unitshould not move.

•Before proceedingwith adjustment, make sure

that the spark plug is disconnected.

•If the tractiondrive controlneeds adjustment,

loosen the jam nut on the tractiondrive cable

and thread the cable one turn. Recheck

adjustmentand repeat as necessary.

•Tighten the jam nutto secure the cable when

correctadjustment is reached.

NOTE: Cables are outof adjustmentif augers

continueto turn whenauger clutchis released and/or

machine continuesto run when drive clutchis

released. For more details,refer to the Service and

Adjustment section.

Adjusting Skid Shoe

The space between the shave plate and the ground

can be changed by adjustingthe skidshoe.

•Returnweight transferlever to normalposition

before adjustingskidshoes.

•For closesnow removal,adjust skidshoes

higher to minimizegap between the shave plate

and the ground.

•For snow removalfrom uneven groundlike

gravel, adjustskidshoes downwardto create

sufficientclearance between the bottomedge of

the shave plate andthe ground. See Figure 16.

NOTE: It is not recommended that you operate this

snow throweron gravel as loose gravel can be easily

picked up and thrownby the auger causingan injury

or damage to the snowthrower. However, if you do

have to use the snow throwerongravel,put the weight

transfer lever to transport position.

•Adjustskidshoesby loosening the four hex nuts

and carriage bolts and moving skidshoes to

desired position. Make certain the entire bottom

surface of skidshoe is against the ground to

avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes. See

Figure 16.

•Retighten nuts and bolts securely.

Skid Shoe_ _HeXNa_t" Bolt

Figure 16

Knowing Your Snow Thrower

Read thisowner's manual and safety rules before operatingyour snowthrower. Compare

withyour snowthrowerto familiarize yourselfwiththe location of variouscontrols and

adjustments.Save this manual for future reference.

The operationof any snow throwercan resultin foreign objectsbeing thrownintothe eyes,

which can resultinsevere eye damage. Alwayswear safety glasses for operating the snow

thrower, or while performingany adjustmentsor repairson it.

Auger

Control

Traction Drive

Control

Chute

Shift Distance

Lever Lever

Choke

Oil

Spark Fill

Fuel

Right

Turn

Trigger

Chute Crank

DischargeChute

Throttle

Fuel

Tank

Starter

Handle

Recoil

Starter

Weight

Transfer

Lever

Track

Skid Shoe

Auger

Figure 17

Meets ANSI Safety Standards

Sears snowthrowersconformto the safety standardsB71,3 of the AmericanNational StandardsInstitute(ANSI),

Operating Controls

(See Figure 17.)

Chute Crank

The chute crankis located on the left sideof 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 counterclockwiseto discharge to the right.

Chute Distance Control

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.

Left And Right Turn Trigger

The left and rightturntriggers are located onthe

undersideof the handles and are used to assist in

steeringyour snow thrower. Squeeze the rightturn

trigger whenturningright,squeeze the leftturntrigger

when turningleft. Operate your snowthrower inopen

areas untilyou become familiar withthese controls.

Shift Lever

The shift lever is located inthe center of the handle

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

a. Forward--oneofsixspoeds;po,v_onone(1)

is the slowest and position six (6) is the

fastest.

b. Reverse--two reverse (R) speeds; R2is

faster.

Use the shift lever to determine ground speed. Do not

shiftto different speed while the unit is moving.

Auger Control

The auger controlis located on the left handle.

Squeeze the auger controlagainst the handle to

engage the augers; release to disengage the augers.

(Tractiondrive controlmust also be released.)

Traction Drive Control

The tractiondrive controlis located onthe right

handle. Squeeze the tractiondrive controlto engage

the track drive; release to stop.

This same lever also locks the auger control so

that you can turn the chutecrank withoutinterrupting

the snowthrowingprocess.If the auger controlis

engaged withthe tractiondrive controlengaged, you

can release the auger control (onthe left handle) and

the augers will remainengaged. Release the traction

drivecontrolto stopboth the augers andthe track

drive. (Auger controlmust alsobe released).

Weight Transfer Lever

The weighttransfer lever is locatedonthe rightside of

the snow throwerand is used to select the positionof

the housingand the method oftrack operation. See

Figure 18. Move the lever to the right,then forward or

backward to one of the three positions.

Packed

Snow

Normal

Snow

Transport

Figure 18

a. Transport--Raises the front end of the

snowthrowerfor easytransport. Using

propercaution, thispositionmay also be

used on many gravel drivewaysto clear

snowwhile leaving gravel undisturbed.

b. Normal Snow--Allows the tracks to be

suspended independently for continuous

groundcontact.

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

snowthrowerdown to the groundforhard-

packed or icysnow conditions.

Throttle Control

The throttlecontrolis located onthe engine. It

regulatesthe speed of the engine.

Safety Ignition Switch

The ignitionkey must be insertedintothe switchfor

the unitto start. Remove the ignitionkey when the

snow thrower is not in use.

To Stop The Snow Thrower

•To stopthe track, release the tractiondrive lever

of the snowthrower.

•To stopthrowingsnow,releasethe augerdrive

leverand the drive leverif engaged.

•To stopthe engine, pushthe throttlecontrol

leverto OFF and pulloutthe ignitionkey. Do not

turn key.

Before Starting Engine

Fill Gas

&WARNING: Gasolineisflammableand cau-

tionmustbe usedwhenhandling orstoringit.

Do notfillfuel tank whilethe snowthroweris

running,when it is hotor when it is in an

enclosedarea.

Keep your snowthrower away from any

open flame or an electricalspark and do not

smoke while filling the fuel tank.

Never fill the fuel tank completely. Fill the

tank to within1/4"-1/2" from the topto

provide space for expansion of fuel.

Always fill the fuel tank outdoorsand use a

funnel or spoutto prevent spilling.

Make sure to wipeoff any spilledfuel before

startingthe 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

automotivegasoline.

• At the end of the job, empty the fuel tank ifthe

snow thrower is not going to be used for 30 days

or longer. See storage instructions on page 24

of this manual.

CAUTION: Experience indicatesthat alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol) or those usingetha-

nol or methanol can attract moisturewhich leads to

separation and formationof acids duringstorage.

Acidicgas can damage the fuel system of an engine

while in storage.

To avoidengineproblems,the fuel systemshouldbe

emptiedbeforestoragefor 30 days orlonger. Drain the

gas tank,start the engineand let it run untilthe fuel

linesand carburetor are empty.Use fresh fuel nextsea-

son. See storageInstructionsfor additionalinformation.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in

the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

To Start Engine

&WARNING: Be sure no one other than

the operator is standingnear the snow

throwerwhile startingoroperating. Do not

operate thissnowthrowerunless the

dischargechuteassembly has been

properlyinstalledand issecured.

A. Electric Starter

Connect spark

wire

Insertkey_

Move button

starter

Figure 19

For locationof allthe engine controlsreferredto in

this section,see Figure 19.

Before starting, make sure that the engine has suffi-

cient oil.The snow thrower engine is equippedwith a

120 voltA.C. electric starterand recoilstarter. The

electricstarter is equippedwith a three-wire power

cord and plugand is designed to operate on 120 volt

AC householdcurrent,Foll_vallinstructionscarefully.

!Snow Spark Drive

Thrower Plug Levers

wire

Electric Connect Release

Starter

Recoil IConnect Release

Starter

_Starting Instructions at a glance

Throttle

control

Move to

FAST

Moveto

FAST

Ignition

Key

Push to

snap in

Push to

snap in

Choke

Move to

FULL

Move to

FULL

Power

Cord

Connect

to source

Primer

Pnme

Starter After starting

Push t. Release button

button 2. Move Choke to Off

3. Disconnectcord

IPull t. Release handle

handle 2. Move Choke to Off.

ColdStart

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

augers) with the clutch grips disengaged, shutthe

engineoff immediately. Readjustas instructedin the

"FinalAdjustments"section onpage 11.

WARNING: The electric starter must be properly

grounded at all times to avoid possibility of electric

shockwhich may injurethe operator.

•Determinewhether your house wiring is a three-

wire groundedsystem. Ask a licensed

electricianif you are notcertain.

,_ WARNING: Ifyour housewiringsystemis

not a three-wiregrounded system,do notuse

thiselectricstarterunderany conditions.

• If your house wiringsystem is grounded and a

thrae-hole receptacle is notavailableat the point

the snow thrower starter will normallybe used,

one should be installed by a licensed electrician.

•When connecting the power cord, always

connect cord to starter on engine first, then 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 plugwire to spark plug.

•Make sure that the auger drive and the traction

drive levers are inthe disengaged RELEASED

position.

•Move throttlecontrolleverto FAST position.

•Removethe keysfrom the plasticbag. Push key

intothe ignitionslot. Make sure itsnaps into

place. Do not tum key. Save the second key.

•Rotatethe choke knobto FULL choke position.

• Connect power cord to switchbox on engine.

•Plugthe other end of the power cord into a

three-hole, grounded 120 voltA.C. receptacle.

WARNING: Do not use primerwhile

startingthe enginewith an electricstarter,

Push down onthe starterbutton untilthe engine

starts.Do notcrank formorethan 10 secondsat

a time. This electric starteris thermally

protected. If overheated, itwill stop

automaticallyand can be restarted only when it

has cooled to asafe temperature (a wait of

about 5 to 10 minutes is required).

When the engine starts,release the starter

button and slowlyrotate the choke to OFF

position. If the enginefalters, 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 awarm engine after a shutdown,

rotatechoketo OFF insteadof FULL and press

the starter button.

B. Recoil Starter

Make sure that the engine has sufficientoil and the

auger drive and the traction drive levers are released.

• Move throttle control to FAST position.

• Push key into the ignitionslot 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.Removeyourfingerfromthe primerbetween

primes.Do not prime if temperature is above

50° F; primetwo timesbe{ween50° F and 15oF;

andprimefourtimesbelow15° F.

•Pull the starterhandle rapidly.Do not allowthe

handleto snap back, butallow itto rewindslowly

while keepinga firmholdon the starterhandle.

• As the engine warms up and beginsto operate

evenly, rotatethe choke knobslowlyto OFF

position.If the engine falters, returnto FULL

choke, then slowlymove to OFF chokeposition.

• Allow the engine to warm upfor a few minutes

becausethe engine will notdevelop full power

untilit reaches operatingtemperature.

•Operate the eng!ne at fullthrottle(FAST) when

throwingsnow.

Warm Start

•If restartinga warm engine after a temporary

shutdown, rotatechoke to OFF insteadof FULL

and do notprime. Press the starterbutton.

Frozen Recoil Starter

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

proceed as follows:

• 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

appropriatefor the snowconditionsthat exist.

Use slowerspeeds untilyou are familiar withthe

operationof the snowthrower.

Squeeze the tractiondriveclutchgrip againstthe

righthandle and the snowthrowerwill move.

Release it and the drive motionwill stop.

To Engage Augers

To engage augers and start snowthrowing,

squeeze the left hand auger clutchgrip against

the lefthandle. Release to stop augers.

While the auger control is engaged, squeeze the

tractiondrive controlto move, releaseto stop. Do

not shiftspeeds whilethe drive is engaged.

NOTE: This same lever also locksthe auger control so

you can turn the chute crank without interrupting the

snow throwing process.

•Release the auger control;the interlock

mechanismshould keep the auger control

engaged untilthe tractiondrive controlis

released.

•Release the tractiondrivecontrolto stopboth the

augers and the track drive.

,_ WARNING: To stopthe auger, both levers

must be released.

To Throw Snow

CAUTION: Check the area to be cleared for foreign

objects. Remove, if any.

•Move weight transfer leverto the right, then

backward or forward to the desired position.

•Start the enginefollowing StartingInstructions.

Rotate the discharge chuteto the desired

direction,away from bystandersand/or buildings.

Move the chute distance controlforward or

backward to adjustthe distance the snowis to be

thrown.

•Select the speed accordingto the snow

condition.

CAUTION: Never move the shiftlever withoutfirst

releasing the drive clutch.

Engage the auger controland tractiondrive

controllevers following the preceding

instructions.

The interlock feature will allow youto remove

your left hand from the auger controllever.

When clearingthe first pass throughthe snow,

controlthe tractionspeed of the snowthrower

accordingto the depth and conditionof snow.

To turn the unitleft, squeeze left trigger;to turn

right,squeeze righttrigger.

On each succeeding pass, readjustthe chute

deflectorto the desired positionand slightly

overlapthe previouslycleared path.

•Afterthe area is cleared, stopthe snowthrower

following instructionsgiven below.

Operating Tips

NOTE: AIIowthe engineto warm up fora few minutes

as the engine willnot developfullpower untilff

reaches operatingtemperature.

Warning: The temperature of muffler and

surroundingareas mayexceed 150°F. Avoid

these areas.

•For most efficientsnow removal, removesnow

immediatelyafter it falls.

• Discharge snowdownwindwhenever possible.

Slightlyoverlapeach previousswath,

•Setthe skidshoes1/4"belewthe scraperbarfor

normalusage.The skidshoesmaybe adjusted

upwardfor hard-packedsnow.Adjustskidshoes

downwardwhen usingon gravel orcrushedrock.

• Clean the snowthrower thoroughly aftereach use.

Before Stopping

•Run enginefor a few minutesto help dry offany

moistureon engine.

To avoidpossible freeze.up of the starter, follow

these steps:

Recoil Starter

a. With the engine running,pullthe starterrope

witha rapid, continuousfullarm strokethree

or fourtimes.

Electric Starter

a. Connect power cord to switchbox, thento

120 Volt AC receptacle.

b. While the engineis running,push the starter

buttonand spinthe starterforseveral

seconds.

c. Disconnectpower cord from the receptacle

first,then fromthe snowthrower.

NOTE: The unusual sound from pulling the starter

rope in the case of the recoilstarter, orfromspinning

the starterin the case of the electricstarter, willnot

harm the engine.

To Stop The Snow Thrower

•To stopthe track, release the tractiondrive lever

on the snow thrower.

•Tostopthrowing snow,releaseaugerdrivelever

and drivelever, if engaged.

•To stopthe engine, push throttlecontrolleverto

OFF and pulloutthe ignitionkey. Do not turnkey.

General Recommendations

Always observe safety rules when performing

any maintenance.

The warranty on thissnow throwerdoes not

cover itemsthat have been subjectedto

operator abuse ornegligence. To receive full

value from the warranty, operator must maintain

the snow throweras instructedinthis manual.

Some adjustmentswill have to be made

periodicallyto maintainyour unit properly.

• All adjustments inthe Service and Adjustments

section of this manual should be checked at

least once each season.

• Follow the maintenanceschedule given below.

Periodically check all fasteners and make sure

these are tight.

&WARNING: Alwaysstop the engine and

disconnect the sparkplug wirebefore

performingany maintenanceor

adjustments.

Customer Responsibilities

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ._oJ _ _ _ •___o_SERVICE DATES*

Lubricate pivot points <_

Clean snowthrower

0 Clean shave plate

a. Clean skid shoes '_

Check V-belts

Check friction wheel

rubber

Check engine oil '_

_Z Change engine oil _:_ <_

g.l Check spark plug '_

Check muffler

Emptyfuel system '_

* Fill in dates as you complete regular service

Check; service if needed

Lubrication

For a view of the lubricationpointson the snow

thrower, see Figure 20.

Sprocket Shaft

• Lubricatethe sprocketshaft withgreaseat least

oncea seasonorafter every25 hoursof

operation.

IMPORTANT: Keepall grease and oiloff of the

friction wheel andthe drive plate.

Shifting Mechanism

•Lubricatethe shiftingmechanism and pivot

pointsonthe shiftrodwith engine oilat least

once a season or after every 25 hoursof

operation,

Traction Drive Control

• Lubricate cams onthe ends of the controlrods

which interlockthe tractiondrive and auger

controlsat least onceaseason or every 25

hoursof operationwithgrease. The camscan be

accessedbeneaththe handlepanel,

Gear Case

The gear case is lubricatedwithgrease at the

factory and does notrequire checking. If

disassembledfor any reason, lubricatewithtwo

ounces of Shell Alvania grease.

Bearings

Once a season lubricatethe auger bearingsand

the bearingson the sideof the frame withlight

oil.See lubricationchart below.

Check V-belts

Follow instructionsbelow to check the conditionof

the drive beltsevery 50 hoursof operation.

•Remove the plasticbelt coveron the front of the

engine by removingtwo self-tappingscrews.

•Visuallyinspectfor frayed, cracked, or

excessivelywornout belts.

Check Friction Wheel

Follow the instructionsbelow to check the conditionof

the friction wheel rubber every 25 hours of operation.

• Remove the four self-tapping screws from the

frame cover underneath the snow thrower.

• Visually inspect the friction wheel rubber for

excessive wear, cracks, or loose fit on the

friction wheel drive hub.

• Also engage traction drive control and check if

the friction wheel is making contact with the

friction plate.

• If it does not make contact, adjust the traction

drive cable following adjustment instructions.

Recheck the friction wheel

•Replace friction wheel rubber if necessary.

Refer to instructionson page 22.

LUBE

Figure 20: Lubrication Chart

Engine Maintenance

Engine Oil

Only use high quality detergent oil rated withAPI

serviceclassification SF, SG or SH. Select the oil's

SAE viscositygrade according to the expected

operating temperature.

colder.,_---32 °warmer

5W30 '9[ I _'-_ SAE30

Viscosity Chart

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

etc.) improve startingin cold weather, these multi-

viscosityoils willresult inincreased oil consumption

when used above 32°F. Checkyour snow thrower's

engine oillevel more frequentlyto avoidpossible

engine damage fromrunninglow on oil.

Refer to the viscosity chart forproper selectionof

engine oil.

Checking Oil Level

IMPORTANT: Before operatingthe 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. Ifoil is not up to the

FULL mark on dipstick, add 5W30 oil.

Changing Oil

Change engine oilafter the firsttwo hoursof

operationand every 25 hours thereafter.

Inorder to do that you willhave to first drain the spent

engineoil from the engine and then refillwithfresh oil.

•Drainoil while engine is warm. Remove oil drain

cap located at the bottomof the recoilstarterof

the engine. Catch oil ina suitablecontainer.

•When engine is drainedof all oil, replace drain

plugsecurely.

Remove the dipstick from the oil till tube. For

locationof the oil fill tube, see Figure 17 inset.

Pour fresh oil slowlythroughthe tube. Replace

dipstick.

•Check and make sure that the oil levelis up to

the FULL mark on the dipstick.

WARNING: Temperature of muffler and

nearby areas may exceed 150° F (65°C).

Avoid these areas.

Spark Plug

• Clean area aroundthe sparkplug base.

•Remove and inspect the sparkplug.

• Replace the spark plug if electrodes are pitted,

burned, orthe porcelain is cracked. See Figure21.

• 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 sandblastspark plug. Spark plug

shouldbe cleaned by scrapingor wire brushing and

washing with a commercialsolvent.

Figure 21

AWARNING: Always stop the engine, dis-

connect sparkplug wireand move it away

fromthe spark plug before performingany

adjustmentsor repairs,

Never attempt to clean the chute or make

any adjustmentswhile the engine is running.

Adjustments

Traction Drive Control

Refer to the Final Adjustmentsection of the Set-Up

Instructionsto adjust the traction drive control.If you

are not sure of proper adjustment, check as follows.

•Drain the gasolineor place plasticfilm underthe

gas cap if the snow throwerhas already been

operated.

•Tip the snowthrowerforward and remove the

four self-tappingscrewsthat holdthe frame

cover underneaththe snowthrower.

With the tractiondrive controlreleased, make

sure that there is clearance between the friction

wheel and the friction plate in all positionsof the

shiftlever. See Figure22.

"_l_ I I Drive

Sproc.e,

• IILIIIi._,i-II

,r,ct,on--...lli-tlLltL°Jill I

°,' Lon

Figure 22

With the tractiondrive controlengaged, make

surethat the frictionwheel is makingcontact

withthe friction plate, Also make sure that the

overtravelspringis stretched.

If adjustmentis necessary, loosen the jam nut

on the tractiondrivecable and thread the cable

in or outas necessary.

Tighten the jam nutto securethe cable when

correct adjustmentis reached. Reassemble the

frame cover.

NOTE: ff you placed plastic underthe gas cap, be

certain to remove it,

Augers

The augers are secured to the spiral shaft withtwo

shear boltsand hex lock nuts. If you hit a foreign

object or ice jam, the snowthrower is designed so

that the boltswill shear.

•If the augers will notturn, check to see ifthe

boltshave sheared. Replace ifnecessary. See

Figure23. Two replacementshear boltsand hex

locknuts have been providedinGroup D of the

hardwarepack which is illustratedon page 5.

ShearBolt

Figure 23

Auger Clutch

To adjustthe auger clutch,refer to Final Adjustment

sectionof Assembly Instructions,

Chute Assembly

The distance snow is throwncan be adjusted by

adjustingthe angle of the chute assembly,

Skid Shoe

The space between the shave plate and the ground

can be adjusted by adjustingthe skid shoe. Refer to

page 11 of thismanual.

Shift Rod

Toadjust the shiftrod, proceed as follows.

•Remove the hairpin clipand flat washerfrom the

ferrule underneaththe shiftpanel. Remove the

ferrule from the hole inthe shiftlever.

•Place the shiftlever onthe handle panel inthe

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

•Pushdown onthe shiftrod (and shift arm

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

position.See Figure 24.

•Thread the ferrule up or downthe shiftrod as

necessary untilthe ferrule lines up withthe

upper hole inthe shiftlever.

Shift Chute Distance

Lever Control

Drive Auger

Clutch

Upper

Shift

Lever

Spring

Washer Rod

Clip

Flat

Washer

Clip Flat

Washer

Assembly

Figure 24

• Insertthe ferrule intothe upper hole in the Shift

lever fromthe rightsidewhen adjustmentis

correct.Secure with the fiat washer and the

hairpinclip that you had earlier removed. See

Figure24.

• Check for correctadjustmentof the traction

drive controlas instructedinthe Final

Adjustment section.

Service

Shave Plate And Skid Shoes

The shave plate and skidshoes on the bottom of the

snow throwerare subject to wear. They should be

checked periodicallyand replaced when necessary.

•To remove skidshoes, remove the two carriage

bolts,beUevillewashers and hex nuts(on each

side) whichattach them to the snowthrower.

•Reassemblenewskidshoeswiththe hardware

earlierremoved,Make sureto insertthecupped

sideofthe washeragainstthe skidshoesothatthe

skidshoe isadjusted to be level,

•To remove shave plate, removethe carriage

bolts, bellevillewashers and hex nutswhich

attach it to the snow throwerhousing,

Reassemble new shave plate, making sure

heads of the carriagebolts are to the insideof

the housing.Tighten securely.

Belt Removal and Replacement

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plugwire

from the spark plugand groundit.

Auger Drive Belts

•Disconnectthe chute crank at the chute

assembly by removing the cotterpin andthe flat

washer.

•Remove the plasticbeltcover onthe frontof the

engine by removingtwoself-tappingscrews.

See Figure 25,

Self-Tapping

Cover

\Self-Tapping

Screw

Figure 25

Unthread the bottom of the auger cable fromthe

top ofthe cable, leavingthe hex nut inplace.

Removethe sixlockwashersandhex nutswhich

attachthe augerhousing assemblyto the frame.

See Figure26. (Onlytwopairsof lockwashersand

hex nutsare showninthefigure.)

Lock Washer

and Hex Nut

Figure 26

Separate the housingfrom the frame assembly

by standinginthe operatingpositionand lifting

up onthe handles. The frame and housingwill

separate and the rearauger drive beltwillcome

off the pulleys.

Drive Belt

Figure 27

To remove the front auger drive belt, push the

idler pulleyto the leftand liftfront auger drive

belt from the front auger pulley. See Figure27.

Replace both auger drive belts by following the

precedinginstructions.

NOTE: When reassembling the two halvesof the unit,

make sure that the auger drive cable is routed

throughthe cable roller guide.

Drive Belt

•Remove the plasticbelt coveron the front of the

engine by removingthe two self-tappingscrews.

See Figure 25.

•Drain the gasoline from the snowthrower, or

place a piece of plasticunderthe gas cap.

•Tip the snowthrower upand forward so that it

rests onthe auger housing,

•Remove four self-tappingscrewsfrom the frame

cover underneaththe snow thrower.

•Pullingthe idlerpulleyupward, rollthe beltoff

the idlerpulleyandthe engine pulleyand liftbelt

off fdction wheel disc. See Figure 28.

Friction

Wheel Disc

Remove

belt

here

Friction

Wheel

Support

Bracket

Figure 28

•Back outthe stopbolt untilthe supportbracket

dropson the auger pulley, See Figure 28.

•Slip belt betweenfriction wheel and friction disc

plate and removethe belt. See Figure 28.

•Reassemble withnew drive belt.

NOTE: Thesupportbracket must rest onthestopbolt

after thenew belthas been assembled. See Figure 28.

Friction Wheel Rubber

The rubberonthe friction wheel is subjectto wear and

shouldbe checkedafter the first 25 hoursof operation

and periodicallythereafter. Replace the friction wheel

rubber ifany signsof wear or crackingare found.

•Drainthe gasolinefrom the snow thrower,or

place a pieceof plasticunderthe gas cap.

•Tip the snowthrowerupand forward, so that it

restson the housing.

•Remove four screws from the frame cover

underneaththe snow thrower(Figure 25).

•Usinga 7/8" wrench to holdthe shaft, loosen,

butdo not completelyremove, the hex bolt and

bell washer from the leftend of the shaft. See

Figure 29.

Figure 29

•Move the weight transfer leverto the packed

snow position.Refer to Figure 18.

•Lightlytap the head of the boltto dislodgethe

ball bearing from the rightside of the frame; then

remove the hex boltand the bellwasher from left

end of the shaft.

•Slidingthe shaft to theTight,remove the spacer,

the sprocketand the friction wheel assembly

from the shaft.See Figure30.

•Remove the six screwsfrom the friction wheel

assembly (three from each side). Remove the

friction wheel rubber from between the friction

wheel plate.

• Reassemblethenewfrictionwheelrubberto

thefrictionwheelassemblytighteningthesix

screwsinrotationandwithequalforce.

•Positionthe frictionwheel assembly uponto

the pin of the shiftrod assemblyand slide the

shaft throughthe friction wheel. See Figure 30.

•Slide the shaft intothe hex I.D. of the sprocket,

the spacer and the leftball bearing and secure

withthe bell washer and hex bolt.

Carburetor

AWARNING: If any adjustmentsare made to

the engine whilethe engine is running(e.g.

carburetor), keep clear of all movingparts.

Be careful of heated surfacesand muffler.

If youthinkthe carburetorneeds to be adjusted, see

your nearest authorizedTecumseh Service Outlet.

Shift Rod

Washer

Friction

Wheel

Figure 30

If your snow thrower is leftunusedfor 30 days or

longer,it needsto be prepared for storage. Also, at

the end of the snow season, you should follow the

same set of instructionsend store the snow thrower

properly for the off-season. Proper storage ensures

longer life of the snow thrower.

Preparing Engine

AWARNING: Never store snow thrower with

fuel intank indoors or in poorlyventilated

areas, where fuelfumes may reach an open

flame, spark or pilotlightas on a furnace,

water heater, clothesdryer or gas

appliance.

It is important to prevent gum depositsfrom

forming inessential fuel systempartsof the

engine suchas the carburetor, fuel filter,

fuel hose ortank duringstorage.

Also experience indicatesthat alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol)can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of

acids duringstorage.Acidic gas can

damage the fuel system of an engine while

instorage.

To avoid engine problems,the fuel system should be

emptied before storagefor 30 days or longer.Follow

these instructionsto prepareyour snowthrowerfor

storage:

•Remove allgasolinefromthe carburetor and the

fueltank to prevent gum depositsfrom forming

on these partsand causingpossible malfunction

of the engine.

Carburetor

Bowl

Drain

Figure 31

&WARNING: Drain fuel into approved

containeroutdoors,away from any open

flame. Be certainengine is cool. Do not

smoke.

Fuel leftin engine duringwarm weather

deteriorates and will cause seriousstarting

problems,

Run the engine untilthe fuel tank is empty and it

stopsdue to lack of fuel.

Drain carburetor by pressing upwardon bowl

drain, located below the carburetorcover. See

Figure 31.

&WARNING: Do not drain carburetor if using

fuel stabilizer.Never use engirle or

carburetorcleaning productsin the fuel tank

or permanent damage may occur.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer(suchas STA-BIL) is an

acceptable alternativeinminimizing the formationof

fuelgum depositsduring storage.Add stabilizerto

gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.Always

followmix ratio foundonstabilizer container.Run

engine at least 10minutesafter addingstabilizerto

allow it to reach the carburetor.Do not drain

carburetorff usingfuelstabilizer.

Remove the spark plug and pour one (1) ounce

of engineoil through the spark plughole intothe

cylinder. Place a rag over the hole. Crank the

engine several times to distribute the oil.

Replace spark plug.

Preparing Snow Thrower

•When storingthe snowthrower inan

unventilatedor metal storage shed, care should

be taken to rustproofthe equipment. Usinga

lightoilor silicone,coat the equipment,

especiallyany chains, springs,bearings and

cables.

•Remove alldirt from exteriorof engine and

equipment.

Followlubricationrecommendationson

page 18.

Store ina clean, dry area.

Problem

Shiftlevernotlocking

intothesixthspeed

Enginefailstostart

Engine runs erratic.

Lossof power

Engineoverheats

Excessivevibration

Hardto shiftspeed,or

willnotshift

Unitfails to propel 1.

itself 2.

Unitfails to discharge 1.

snow 2.

Trackdoes notturn 1.

Possible Cause

1, Shiftrodoutofadjustment

1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel

2. Fuel shut-oftvalve closed

3. Ignitionkey not inswitchor engine

4. Spark plugwire disconnected

5. Blockedfuel line

6. Faulty spark plug

1. Unit running onchoke

2. Blockedfuel lineorstale fuel

3. Water or dirt infuel system.

4. Carburetor out of adjustment

1. Spark plugwireloose

2. Gas cap vent hole plugged

1. Engine oil level low.

2. Carburetor notadjusted properly

1. Loose parts or auger damaged

Corrective Action

1. Remove washer and pin. Turn ferrule

clockwiseone turn and reinstall,

1. Filltank with clean, fresh gasoline.

2. Open valve.

3. Insertkey.

4. Connect spark plugwire.

5. Clean fuel line.

6. Clean, adjustgap orreplace.

1. Turn choketo offposition.

2. Clean fuel line,fill tank withfresh fuel.

3. Drain carburetorfollowing instructionson

page 24, Refill withfresh fuel.

4. Contact Sears service center.

1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

2. Remove ice and snow fromcap, Make sure

that the vent hole is clear,

1. Fill crankcase withproper engine oil

2. ContactSears service center.

1. Stopengine immediatelyand disconnect

spark plugwire. Tightenall nutsand bolts.

Check for the sourceofvibration. Make all

neceseePl repairs.If vibrationpersists,

contact Sears service center.

1. Shiftred not adjusted 1. Readjustshift red.

2. Hex sha_lnot lubricated 2. Lubricatesprocket shaft.

Incorrectadjustment of drive clutch 1. Adjust driveclutch.

Ddve belt loose ordamaged 2. Replace drivebelt.

Auger shear bolt broken 1. Replace shear bolt.

Discharge chute clogged 2. Stopengine, disconnectspark plugwire and

Foreignobject lodgedin auger.'

Auger drive clutchcable not adjusted.

Auger drive beltloose ordamaged.

Track controlcable not inserted.

Lowercable bracket not fullypositionedagainst

gear box.

clean discharge chute and insideof auger

housing.

3. Stopengine, disconnectspark plug wire and

remove object from auger.

4. Adjustpropady.

5. Replace belt.

1. Insertthe cable completelyintothe trigger

assembly.

2. Loosentwo self-tappingscrews oneach slot

of bracket. Retighten makingsure that the

bolt is completely at the bottom of the slot.

For repairs bey°nd the min°r adjustmentslistedabove'

please contact your nearest SEARS service center.

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.888550

Key

No.

Part No.

629-0058

684-0008A-

0637

684-0053

684-0066

684-0102

684-0111

684-0112

710-0262

710-0442

710-0451

710-0459

710-0599

710-0896

710-1003

711-0653

712-0116

712-0415

712-0429

712-3010

714-0507

715-0138

720-0201A

Description

Harness for Headlight

ShiftArm Assembly

Chute Crank Assembly

Hardware Pack*

Handle Panel Assembly w/

Tilt

Handle Assembly

Engagement (L.H.)

Handle Assembly

Engagement (R.H.)

Carriage Bolt5/16-18 x 1.50

Hex Bolt5/16-18 x 1.5

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x.75

Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 1.5

Hex Washer Hd. 3-1"Screw

1/4-20 x 0.5"

Hex AB Tap Screw 1/4 x .62

Hex B-Tapp Scr # 10-16 x .62

Clevis Pin

Hex Ins.Look Nut 3/8-24

Self Threading Nut

Lack Nut 5/16-18

Hex Nut

Cotter Pin

Roll Pin

Chute Crank Knob

Qty,

KeY Part No.

No,

40 736-0509

41 737-0133

43 746-0896

44 746-0901

45 747-0798A

46 747-0877

47 748-0362

48 748-0363

49 749-0908A

50 749-0909

51 784-5594

52 784-5604

53 784-5619A

54 784-5679

55 784-5680

56 784-5681

57 784-5682

58 712-3010

59 '12-3027

60 _12-0287

61 736-0119

62 784-5599

63 710-3180

64 710-3008

65 736-0275

66 736-0185

720-0300 ShiftKnob

725-1300 Headlight

726-0100 Push Cap

731-1300A Lower Chute

731-1313C Cable Guide

731-1317 Headlight Bezel

731-1320 Upper Chute

731-1773A Handle Panel

2 67 714-0104

168 731-0851A

1 69 710-3015

170 711-0677

2 71 710-0262

1 72 746-0778

1 73 712-0121

1 74 705-5266

732-0145

732-0193

732-0705

732-0746

735-0199A

736-0105

736-0119

736-0159

736-0506

CompressionSpring

Cable Control Wire

TorsionSpring

RubberBumper

BellWasher .380 x .880 x .062

LockWasher 5/16 I.D.

Washer 5/6 I.D.

SpecialWasher

175

176

2 77

t 78

2 79

2 80

736-0242

714-0101

750-0785

747-0737

736-0270

7t5-0138

Description

SpecialWasher

Grease

Chute DeflectorControlCable

Chute Deflector Cable w/Clip

Shift Rod

Cam Rod

Cam Handle Lock

Pawl Handle lock

Right Handle

Left Handle

Cable Bracket

Chute Tilt Handle

ShiftHandle

Handle Supt. Bracket LH 5/8

Handle Supt. B_'acketRH 5/8

Handle Supt. Bracket LH 3/8

Handle Supt. Bracket RH 3/8

Hex Nut 5/16-18 Thd.

Hex FI. Lock Nut 1/4-20 Thd.

Hex Nut 1/4-20

LockWasher 5/16

Handle Tab

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

Hex Bolt

Flat Washer 5/16

Flat Washer 3/6 x ,738 x .063

Hairpin Clip

Chute Flange Keeper

Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 0.75" Gr.5

Ferrule

Cardage Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.50

Z Fitting

Hex Nut # 10-24

Chute Crank Reinforcement

Bracket

CuppedWasher .340 I.D. x

.872 O.D.

HairpinClip

Spacer

Upper Chute crank

Bell Washer

; Roll Pin

•Includes references 58 through 75

Qty.

NOTE: Forpainted parts, please refer to the listof color codes below. Please add the applicable color code, wherever

needed, to the part number to order a replacement part. For instance, ifa part, numbered 700-xxxx, is painted polo

green, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-0689.

PoloGreen: 0689

PowderBlack: 0637

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.888550

Key Part No.

No.

611-0053

2 618-0043

3 618-0044

4 618-0169

7 683-0024

9 684-0014B

10 684-0021

i30

684-0031

r_4-0042B

710-0643

710-0599

710-0602

710-0604

710-0654A

710-0788

710-0809

710-0875

710-0898

710-1233

711-0911

711-1042

712-0127

712-0324

7!2-0711

713-0233

713-0413

713-0437

714-0474

Description Key Part No.

No.

41 719-0295A

43 725-0157

46 732-0209

47 732-0264

48 736-0105

49 736-0160

50 738-0176

51 736-0242

52 736-0270

54 736-0287

58 738-0924

59 741-0339

60 741-0563

61 741-1111

62 746-0897

63 746-0898

64 746-0948

65 746-0950

66 748-0190

67 748-0234

70 750-0903

71 750-0904

74 750-0997

75 756-0625

76 784-5590

77 784-5609

80 784-5648

81 784-5687A

82 784-5688

83 784-5689A

Axle Assembly

Dogg Assembly:RH

Dogg Assembly:LH

Qty.

ShiftAssembly: Track Dnve

Hub Assembly: Track Drive 2

Shift Rod Assembly

FrictionWheel Support

Bracket Assembly

Frame Assembly

FrictionWheel Bearing

Assembly

Hex Lock Screw 5/16-18 x 4

.625 Grade 5

Hax Washer Hd. "17"Screw 2

Hex Washer Hd. TT Screw 8

Hex Washer Hd, TT Screw 6

Hex Washer Hd. TT Screw 4

Hex Washer Screw 1

TT Screw 2

Hex Washer Head AB Screw 10

Oval C-Sunk Screw 2

Actuator Shaft 1

Hex Shaft: Track Ddve 1

Flanged Weld Nut #10-24 2

Top Lock Nut 1/4-20 i1

Jam Nut 3/8-24 1

Chain Links 1

Sprocket: 10T 1

Chain 2

Cotter Pin 1

Description Qty.

Track Housing 1

Cable Tie 2

Extension Spring 2

Extension Spring 1

Bell Washer t

Flat Washer I1

Flat Washer 2

Bell Washer 5

Bell Washer 2

Flat Washer 2

Shoulder Screw 3

Flange Bearing 4

Ball Beadng 2

Hex Flange Bearing 2

Auger ClutchCable 1

Drive ClutchCable 1

Track Steering Cable 2

Trigger Control 2

Spacer 1

Shoulder Spacer 2

Split Spacer 2

SplitSpacer 1

Spacer 1

Roller Cable 3

ShiftBracket 1

SteeringCable Bracket 1

Frame Cover 1

AugerClutch Cable Bracket 1

Drive Cable Bracket 1

Front Support Bracket 1

NOTE: Forpainted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below.Please add the applicable color code,

wherever needed, to the part number to order areplacement part. For instance, ifa part, numbered700-xxxx, is

painted polo green, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-0689.

Polo Green: 0689

Powder Black: 0637

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.888550

Key

No. PartNo.

1 631-0032

2 684-0009

3 684-0024

4 684-0038

5 710-0157

6 710-0459

7710-0604

8 710-1231

9 712-0214

11 712-0346

12 712-0429

13 720-0223

14 731-1292

15 731-1538A

17 736-0242

18 736-0272

19 736-0406

20 737-0170

21 738-0140

22 748-0353,_

Key

Description Qty. No.

Wheel Assembly Idler 2 23

Rod Track Pivot 1 24

Axle Assembly 1 25

Handle Assembly 1 26

Screw 1 27

Screw 1 28

Screw 2 29

Screw 2 30

Lock Nut 1 31

Jam Nut 4 32

Hex Nut 6 33

Grip 1 34

Track 2 35

Wheel-Track Drive 2 36

Bell Washer 1 37

Flat Washer 4 38

Flat Washer 4 39

Lubricant 1 40

Shoulder Screw 4

Lift-Shaft Drive 1

Pad No.

750-0547

750-0909

750-0995

784-5639-048_

784-5642

717-1211

717-1209

717-1210

741-0542

718-0188

618-0046

711-0912

713-0414

715-0120

738-0502

736-0336

716-0115

716-0114

Description Qty.

Spacer 2

Plate-Track Side 2

Plate-Track Lockout 1

Gear Ring 2

Gear 12-Tooth 6

Gear 18-Tooth 2

Pin Dowel 6

Carrier 2

Carrier Assembly 2

Shaft--Track Drive 1

Sprocket--13 Tooth 1

Spring Pin 1

Flat Washer 6

Flat Washer 2

Snap Ring .625' Shaft 2

Snap Ring .56" Shaft 1

LABELS

Key Part

No. No. Description Qty.

777120077

777120078

777120079

777120401

777120402

777120404

777S30005

777S30004

TractionControl RH

TractionControl LH

Chute Tilt

Auger Control

Traction Drive

Transport

Danger Warning

Danger, Top of Chute

NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code,

wherever needed, to the part number to order a replacement part. For instance,if apart, numbered 700-x.xxx,is

painted polo green, the partnumber to order would be 700-xxxx-0689.

PoloGreen: 0689

PowderBlack: 0637

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.888550

NOTE: For painted parts, please referto

the list of color codes below. Please add

the applicablecolor code, wherever

needed, to the part number to order a

replacement part. For instance, ifa part,

numbered 700-xxxx, is painted polo green,

the part number toorder would be 700-

xxxx-068g.

Polo Green: 0689

Powder Black: 0637

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.R SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.888550

Key Pad No.

No.

1 05931

2 605-5192A

3 605-5193A

4 618-0121

5684-0040A

6 684-0065

7 705-5226

8 710-0703

9 710-0451

10 710-0459A

It 710-0604

710-0890A

712-0116

712-0324

712-0429

712-0798

712-3010

715-0114

731-1379A

Key Part No.

Description Qty. No.

Bearing Housing 1 20 732-0611

SpiralAssembly 1 21 736-0119

SpiralAssembly 1 22 736-0169

Auger Gear Assembly 1 23 736-0174

Spiral HousingAssembly t 24 736-0188

Impeller Assembly 1 25 736-0242

Chute Reinforcement 1 26 736-0463

Carriage Screw I/4-20 X ,75 5 27 738-0281

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 X .75 10 28 741-0245

Hex Scr 3/8-24 X 1,5 1 29 741-0309

Hex Washer Head 1-r-Screw 6 30 741-0475

5/16-18 X .62 31 741-0493A

Shear Bolt5/16-18 X 1.5 2 32 756-0178

Jam Lock Nut 1 33 784-5582A

Toptock Nut 1/4-20 5 34 784-5580

Hex Lock Nut 5116-18 2 35 784-5618

Hex Nut 3/8-16 1 36 784-5632A

Hex Nut 5/16-18 19 37 784-5647

Spiral Pin 2 38 712-3068

Chute Adapter 139 737-3007

40 710-0260

Description Qty.

ExtensionSpdng 1

LockWasher 5/16 9

LookWasher 3/8 1

Wave Washer 1

FlatWasher.76 I.D. x 1,49O.D. 6

Bell Washer .345 I.D. x .88 16

Flat Washer 1/4 x .630 5

Shoulder Screw f

Hex Flange Beadeg 2

Ball Bearing 1

: Plastic Bushing 1

Flange Bushing 4

Flat Idler 1

Shave Plate 1

Slide Shoe 2

BearingAssembl,/ 2

Auger IdlerArm 1

Chute Crank Bracket 1

Patch Nut 5/16-18 1

Grease 1

Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .62" 4

I I

Key

Part No.

618-0123

618-0124

710-0642

711-0909

714-0161

715-0143

717-0526

717-0528

718-0186

Descdpfion

Housing---RH

Housing--LH

Screw

Spiral Axle

Key, Hi-Pro

Spiral Pin

Shaft Worm

IWorm Gear

Thrust Collar

aty

Key

No.

Part No,

721-0325

721-0327

721-0328

736-0351

736-0369

736-0445

737-0168

741-0662

741-0663

Descdption

Plug

Seal, Oil

Lo_ite 5699, Ultra

Washer

Grease

Flange Bearing

Flange Beadng

c_y

SEARS CRAFTSMAN 9.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.888550

Key

No.

Pad No.

05896A

629-0071

710-0627

710-1245

710-0230

710-3005

710-0696

710-1652

712-0181

731-1324

732-0710

736-0119

736-0242

736-0247

736-0270

736-0331

Description

Bracket

ExtensionCord

Screw

Jam Nut

Belt Cover

Spring

Flat Washer

Bell Washer

Flat Washer

Lock Washer

Bell Washer

Key

Qty. No.

118

1 19

2 20

1 21

1 22

123

1 24

225

126

1 27

1 28

1 29

1 30

1 31

Pad No.

736-0505

748-0234

748-0360

754-0346

754-0430

756-0313

756-0569

756-0967

756-0986

756-0987

390-987

770-10051C

737-3007

Description

Flat Washer

Shoulder Spacer

Adapter Pulley

V-Belt

V-Belt Matched

Flat Idler

Half Pulley

Auger Pulley

Pulley Half

Starter

Engine, Craftsman

model143,999005

Owner's Manual

(Not Shown)

Grease

Qt_,

Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.999005 for Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 247.888550

CARBURETOR

20A

_P_37

"25

Key Part

No. No. Description Qty.

0 640052

1 631776A

2631970

6 631778

7650506

10 632112

14 632174

15 630735

16 632164

17 650417

18 630766

20 640016

20A 640053

25 631951

27 631024

28 632019

29 631028

30 631021

631022

27136A

27554

640005

632547

640055

27110

630748

631027

Carburetor (Incl. 184 of

Engine Parts List)

Throttle Shaft & Lever Ass'y

Throttle Return Spring

Throttle Shutter

Shutter Screw

Choke Shaft & Lever Ass'y.

Choke Shutter

Choke Positioning Spring

Fuel Fitting

Throttle Crack Screw/Idle

Speed Screw

Tension Spring

Idle Restrictor Screw

Idle RestrictorScrew Cap

Float Bowl Ass'y. (Incl. 32 &

33)

Float Shaft

Float

Float Bowl "O" Ring

Inlet Needle, Seat & Clip

(Incl. 31)

Spring Clip

Bowl Drain Ass'y.

Drain Plunger Gasket

Main Nozzle Tube

O Ring

High Speed Bowl Nut

Bowl Nut Washer

Welch Plug, Idle

Mixture Well

Welch Plug, Atmospheric

Vent

Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.999005 for Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 247.888550

305

70 69

224.

182

185.

!_120

,308

101

173 25 26

"275

315

200x

'q_325

323

327

>300

282

370C

Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.999005 for Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 247.888550

Key

No.

15A

15B

Part

No.

35385

27652

650820

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

651033

34034

36896

36655

33273A

650128

35262A

35445A

35377

35319

28926

31845

30590A

35378

30588A

29193

650833

650832_

32589

Description Qty.

Cylinder 1

Dowel Pin 2

Screw 2

Oil Drain Extension 1

Extension Cap 1

Governor Rod 1

Governor Yoke 1

Screw 1

Governor Lever 1

Governor Lever Clamp 1

Screw,Torx 1

Speed Control Spring 1

Oil Seal 1

Blower HousingBaffle 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 & RingSet (.010" O ;) 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

BlowerHousing Extension 1

Screw 1

Cylinder Cover Gasket 1

Cylinder Cover 1

Crankshaft Bushing 1

Oil seal 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

Key Part

No. No.

90 611093

92 650880

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 650727

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 6501281

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

Description Qty.

Flywheel (W/Ring Gear) 1

BellevilleWasher 1

Flywheel Nut 1

Solid State Ignition 1

Spark Plug Cover 1

Solid State Mounting Stud 2

Screw,Torx 2

Ground Wire 1

Cylinder Head Gasket 1

Cylinder Head 1

Exhaust Valve (Std.) 1

Exhaust Valve (1/32" Os) 1

Intake Valve(Std.) 1

Intake Valve (1/32" Os) 1

Washer 2

Screw 7

Screw 2

Resistor Spark Plug 1

Governor Gear Bracket 1

Screw 2

Valve Spring Cap 1

Valve Spring 2

Valve Spring Keeper 2

Valve Cover Gasket 1

Breather Body 1

Breather Element 1

Valve Cover 1

Breather Tube 1

Screw 2

Nut & Lock Washer 2

Screw 2

Choke Bracket 1

Carburetor to intake 1

pipe gasket

Intake Pipe 1

Governor Link 1

Choke Spring 1

Control Bracket 1

Compression Spring 1

Torx. Screw 1

Terminal 1

Throttle Link 1

Screw 2

ControlKnob 1

Choke Rod 1

Table continued on next page

Craftsman Engine Model No. 143.999005 for Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 247.888550

Table continued from previous page

Key Part

No. No.

220 35438

222 28820

223 650378

224 27915A_

260 35447A

261 650788

262 29747B

264A 650802

265 33272B

275 35056

276 31588

277 651002

281 33013

282 650760

285 35985B

287 29752

290 30705

292 26460

298 650665

3OO 34156A

301 35355

305 35554

307 35499

308 35540

310 36205

314 650873

315 611111

Key

Description Qty. No.

Choke Knob 1 323B

Screw 2 325

Screw, Torx 2 327

Intake Pipe Gasket 1 328

BlowerHousing 1 329

Screw 2 335

Screw,Torx 2 336

Screw 1 338

CylinderHead Cover 1 340

Muffler 1 341

LockingPlate 1 342

Screw 2 343

Starter BubbleCover 1 350

Screw 1 351

Starter Cup 1 355

Nut & LockWasher 4 364

Fuel Line 1 365

Fuel Line Clamp 4 370C

Screw 2 370H

Fuel Tank 1 3701

Fuel Cap 1 360

Oil Fill Tube 1 390

=O" Ring 1 396

FillTube Clip 1 400

Dipstick 1 900

Screw 1900

Alternator Coil 1

Part

No.

611118

29443

35392

35593

610973

35057A

650765

28942

34154

34155

650561

35079

570682

32180C

590574

33377

650767

36501

35077

35878

640052

590749

37000

36450A

Description

Terminal

Wire Clip

Starter Plug

Ignition Key

Terminal

Carburetor Cover

Screw

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

ElectricStarter Motor

Gasket Set

Replacement Engine--none

Replacement Short Block

756325

Order from 71-999

Qty,

Craftsman Engine Model No. '143.999005 for Craftsman Snow Thrower Model 247.888550

Recoil Starter

_mS

Recoil Starter (Optional)

mll

Key Pa_

No. No.

0 590733

1 590599A

2 590600

3 590696

4 590601

5 590697

6 590698

7 590699

8 590709

11 590734

12 590535

13 590574

Description

Rewind Starter

Spring Pin (Incl. 4)

Washer

Retainer

Washer

Brake Spring

Starter Dog

Dog Spring

Pulley & Rewind SpringAss'y

Starter HousingAss'y.

Starter Rope (Length 98" x

9/64" Dia.)

Mitten Grip Handle (Not

IncludedWith Starter)

a_.

°,#-,

B--5

--11

Key , Part

No. No. Description

12 _

590749

590599A

590600

590679

590601

590678

590680

590412

590682

590750

590535

590574

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

IncludedWith Starter) 1

Comments Date

In U.S.A. or Canada

for in-home major brand repair service:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-MY-HOME sM(1-800-469-4663)

Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domiciliio m1-800-676-5811

Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces -- 1-800-469-4663

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

Call 6 a.m. -- 11 p.m. CST, 7 days aweek

PartsDirect sM

1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicillio m1-800-659-7084

For the location of a Sears Service Center in your area:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days aweek

1-800-488-1222

To purchase or inquire about a Sears Maintenance Agreement:

Call 7 a.m. -- 5p.m. CST, Monday -- Saturday

1-800-827-6855

p,-

SEARS

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