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12.5 Horsepower
33 Inch Dual Stage
120V. Electric Start
SNOW THROWER
MODEL NO.
536.881121

Caution:
Read and follow all Safety Rules
and Operating Instructions before
first use of this product.

SEARS,
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ROEBUCK

AND CO., Hoffman

Estates,

IL 60179 U.S.A.

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WARRANTY STATEMENT .....
SAFETY RULES ..............
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS ...
ASSEMBLY ..................
OPERATION .................
MAINTENANCE
..............
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT...

LIMITED

TWO-YEAR

2
2
4
7
13
20
23

WARRANTY

STORAGE ....................
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
REPAIR PARTS ................

ENGINE REPAIR PARTS ........
SPANISH (ESPAI_IOL) ..........
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE
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ON CRAFTSMAN

SNOW

31
32
33
51
60
96

THROWER

For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Snow thrower is maintained,
lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the
owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material or workmanship.
If this Craftsman Snow thrower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not cover the following:
•
•

Items which become worn during normal use, such as spark plugs, drive belts and shear
pins.
Repair necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts
and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the
owner's manual

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN SNOW
THROWERTO
THE NEAREST Sears SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT
IN THE
UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE
IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may
vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D617WA, Hoffman Estates. [L 60179

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_I_-_
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
IT MEANS-- ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

nect the spark
wire
WARNING:
Alwaysplug
disconand place it where it cannot
make contact with spark plug to
prevent accidental starting during:
Preparation, Maintenance, or Storage of your snow thrower.

4_k

Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and
certain vehicle components
contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive
WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

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harm.

IMPORTANT:
Safety standards re*
quire operator presence controls to
minimize the risk of injury. Your snow
thrower is equipped with such controls.
DO not attempt to defeat the function of
the operator presence control under
any circumstances.

TRAINING
1.

Read the operating and service instruction
manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the
equipmenb Know how to stop the unit and
disengage the controls quickly.

Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the
equipment without proper instruction.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets.

Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling
especially when operating in reverse.

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 _rewn from the
snow thrower.
OPERATION
1.

3.
PREPARATION
1.

Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all
doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other
foreign objects.

Disengage all clutches before starting the
engine (motor).

Do not operate the equipment without
wearing adequate winter outer garments.
Wear footwear that will improve footing on
slippery surfaces.
Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.

a.
b.

c.
d.
e.

Use an approved fuel container.
Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel
to a running engine (motor) or hot engine (motor).
Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme
care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.

Replace fuel cap securely and wipe up
spilled fuel.
Never store fuel or snow thrower with
fuel in the tank inside of a building
where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark.
Check
lowing
of the
cause

fuel supply before each use, alspace for expansion as the heat
engine (motor) and/or sun can
fuel to expand.

For all units with electric starting motors
use electric starting extension cords certified CSA/UL Use only with a receptacle
that has been installed in accordance with
local inspection authorities.

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

Never attempt to make any adjustments
while the engine (motor) is running (except
when specifically recommended by manufacturer).

11.

Let engine (motor) and snow thrower adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting
to clear snow.

12.

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10.

Do not operate this machine if you are taking drugs or other medication which can
cause drowsiness or affect your ability to
operate this machine.
Do not use his machine if you are mentally
or physically unable to operate this machine safely.
Do not put hands or feet near or under retating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
Exercise extreme caution when operating
on or crossing gravel drives, walks or
roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or
traffic.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the
spark plug, thoroughly
inspect snow
thrower for any damage, and repair the
damage before restarting and operating
the snow thrower.
If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble.
Stop the engine (motor) whenever you
leave the operating position, before unclogging the auger/impeller housing or discharge chute and when making any
repairs, adjustments, or inspections.
When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
make certain the auger/impeller and all
moving parts have stopped and all controls
are disengaged. Disconnect the spark plug
wire and keep the wire away from the spark
plug to prevent accidental starting.
Take all possible precautions when leaving
the snow thrower unattended. Disengage
the auger/ impeller, stop engine (motor),
and remove key.
Do not run the engine (motor) indoors, except when starting the engine (motor) and
for transporting the snow thrower in or out
of the building. Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous (containing
CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS
and DEADLY GAS).
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
proper guards, plates or other safety protective devices in place.

13. Never
operate
thesnow
thrower
near
en- MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
closures,
automobiles,
window
wells, 1. Check shear bolts and other bolts at fredrop-offs,
andthelikewithout
proper
adquent intervals for proper tightness to be
justment
ofthesnowdischarge
angle.
sure the equipment is in safe working
Keep
children
andpetsaway.
condition.
14. Donotoverload
themachine
capacity
by 2. Never store the snow thrower with fuel in
the tank inside a building where ignition
attempting
toclear
snow
attoofastarate.
sources are present such as hot water and
15. Never
operate
themachine
athightransspace heaters, clothes dryers, and the like.
portspeeds
onslippery
surfaces.
Look
be*
Allow the engine (motor) to cool before
hindandusecare
when
backing
up.
storing in any enclosure.
16. Never
direct
discharge
atbystanders
or 3. Always refer to operator's guide instruc*
allow
anyone
infront
oftheunit.
tions for important details if the snow
is to be stored for an extended
17. Disengage
power
totbecollector/impellerthrower
when
snow
thrower
istransported
ornotin 4. period.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction
use.
labels, as necessary.
18. Use
only
attachments and accessories ap5.
Run the snow thrower a few minutes after
proved by the manufacturer of the snow
thrower (such as tire chains, electric start
kits. ect.).
19.

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.

20.

Do not over-reach.
Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.

throwing snow to prevent freeze--up of the
auger/impeller.
4_lb

for use on sidewalks,
WARNING:
This snow driveways
thrower is
and other ground level surfaces.
Caution should be exercised while using on
steep sloping surfaces.
DO NOT USE
SNOW THROWER ON SURFACES ABOVE
GROUND LEVEL such as roofs of residences, garages, porches
structures or buildings.

21. Do not attempt to use snow thrower on a

or other such

IMPORTANT:Many of the following symbols are located on your unit or on literature supplied with the product. Before you operate the unit, learn and understand the purpose for
each symbol.
Control

And Operating

Slow

Symbols

Fast

Electric Start

Engine Start

Engine Run

H N
Engine Off

Engine Stop

Throttle

Primer Button

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Choke Off

Ignition Key
4

Choke On

Ignition

Off

Neutral

Ignition On

Drive Clutch

Forward

Push TO Engage
Electric Starter

Reverse

Auger Clutch

Fuel

Oil

f
Discharge

Auger Collector

Fuel Oil Mixture

O
DOWN

Discharge

Disc_RIGHT
LEFT

o
Weight Transfer
Lift Handle To
Engage

Weight Transfer
Depress Pedal
To Disengage

Engage

Transmission

m
Ignition Key
Insert To Run,
Pull Out To Stop.

Safety Warning Symbols
O

DANGER
Thrown Objects.
Keep Bystanders Away.

IMPORTANT
Read Owner's Manual
Before Operating
This Machine.

DANGER
Avoid Injury From
Rotating Auger. Keep
Hands, Feet And
Clothing Away.

WARNING
Hot Surface
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STOP

WARNING

DANGER
Stop The Engine
Before Unclogging
Discharge Chute!

Contents of Parts Bag (actual size)
1 - Owner's Manual (not shown)
1 - Packet of Fuel Stabilizer (not shown)
1 - Warranty Card (not shown)
2 - Parts bags (not shown)
*Non-Assembly

Parts,foundin toolboxlocatedon beltcover

1- Screw, 3/8"-16 x 2"
71007
1-Split

2-Flatwasher
71072

Lockwasher
71062

3/8"

2- Nut, 3/8"
71044

1 - Remote Chute Knob
(not actual size)

1 - Shift Lever Knob
(not actual size)

1 - Hex Jam Nut 1/4"
71034

1 - Flatwasher 3/8"
71071

Parts packed separately in carton (not shown full size)

2- Ignition Keys
(Attached

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to engine

in plastic bag)

1- Crank Assembly"

1 - Cotter Pin
71081

Read and follow the assembly and adjustment instructions for your snow
thrower. All fasteners are in the parts
bag. Do not discard any parts or material until the unit is assembled.

WARNING: Before doing any
assembly or maintenance to
the snow thrower, remove the
wire from the spark plug.

NOTE: In this instruction book, left
and right describe the location of a
part from the operator's position behind the unit.
Tools Required
1
Knife
Pliers
1/2 inch open end wrenches
9/16 inch open end wrenches
3/4 inch open end wrenches
3/8 inch open end wrenches

safety
glasses
or eye
ARNING:
Always
wear
shields while assembling
snow thrower.

_hl

Figure 1 shows the snow thrower in the
shipping position.

Measuring tape or ruler
Screwdriver

Figure 2 shows the snow thrower completely assembled.
Traction Dnve
Lever
Remote
Chute
Crank
Lever
Chute
Deflector

Clutch
Control
Cable

Drift
Cutter

Figure 1

Height
Adjust
Skid

How To Remove The Snow
Thrower From The Carton
1.
2.

Locate the two tear tabs at the bottom of the carton.

Pull the tear tape no more than
twelve inches (30.48cm.) at a time.
Re-grasp tape next to the carton
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Figure 2

and pull again. Repeat until all the
tape is torn off.
3. After the tape has been completely
removed from the carton, remove
the carton from the base. Cut all
four corners and fold the sides toward the center for easy disposal.

4, Remove
theplastic
bagthatcovers
theunit.
5. Locate
andremove
thefuelstabilizerandthepartsbag.
NOTE:Putfuelstabilizerin asafe
placeuntilneeded
forstorage.
6. Cutanddiscard
theplastic
tiesthat
secure
thecrankassembly
rodand
ifequipped
thespeedselectrod.
7. Forshipping
purposes,
theheight
adjustskidsareattached
tothe
pallet.Remove
thescrewthatsecureseachheightadjust skid to

Roll the snow blower off the carton
by pulling on the lower handle.
CAUTION: DO NOT back over
cables.

Remove the packing material from
the handle assembly.

10. Cut ties securing the clutch control
cables to the lower handle.
NOTE: If the cables have become
disconnected from the clutch levers,
reinstall the cables as shown in
Figure 4.
Clutch Lever

the pallet. See Figure 3.

Adjust
Skid

\
\
Screw

Clutch Control Cable

Figure 3

How To Assemble
The Handle And Crank Assembly
1. Loosen, but do not remove, the fasteners in the upper holes of the
lower handle. See Figure 5.

Figure 4

Install the screw, flatwasher, Iock*
washer, and hex nut into the bottom hole on the right side of the
handles. DO NOT tighten until all
fasteners are in place.

Upper Handle _,_

Loosen
Not Remove
Loosen, Do
Not Remove
Lower Handle

Crank _
__
Assembly / !

Locknut

Flatwasher 3/8"

Nut 3/8"
\

Screw 3/8" x 2'

Eyebolt
I_

Flatw:S_:wrashe r 3/8,,_
Flatwasher

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3/8"

Figure 5

Locate the crank assembly removed earlier. Remove the Iocknut
and flatwasher from the eye bolt
assembly.
Install the eye bolt through the lower hole on the left side of the handles.

with clevis pin and cotter pin.
Spread ends of cotter pin to lock in
place.
10. Tighten the Iocknut on the eye bolt.
See Figure 5. Make sure eye bolt is
properly aligned and the crank can
freely rotate.

Install the flatwasher and the locknut loosely on the eye bolt.

11. Tighten all handle fasteners.
Cotter Pin

6. Carefully remove cotter pin. clevis
pin, universal joint pin, and universal joint from the crank rod assembly. See Figure 6.
7.

Mount the universal joint into the
end of the worm gear. Make sure
the large holes are aligned.

Insert universal joint pin. Make
sure opening in universal joint pin
is aligned with small opening in universal joint.

Clevis Pin
Crank Rod

Universal
Joint Pin
Universal Joint
Worm Gear

Mount the yoke end of crank rod
around the universal joint. Fasten

Figure 6

How To Install The Knobs

4. Tighten the nut against the bottom
of the remote chute knob.

Remote Chute Knob
1. Install the nut onto the lever. See
Figure 7.

Speed Select Knob
1. Install the nut onto the lever. See
Figure 8.
2. Assemble the speed select knob
onto the lever until snug against the
nut.

Rem_e
Chute
Knob

3. Tighten the nut against the bottom
of the speed select knob.

Nut

Lever
Figure 7
2. Assemble the remote chute knob
onto the lever until snug against the
nut.
Make sure lip on the remote chute
knob is pointed toward the engine.
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Speed Select
Lever

Figure 8

How To Install
The Speed Control
1,

Rod

Put the speed select lever into the
sixth gear position,

2, Attach the speed control rod (end
with 90 ° bend) to the speed select
bracket with washer and cotter
pin. See Figure 9.
3.

Put the speed select lever into the
first gear position.

Attach the ball joint, located on the
bottom end of the speed control
rod, to the shift yoke assembly.
See Figure 10. The fasteners are
attached to the ball joint at the
factory.

Speed Select
Lever

Speed
Select
Bracket

Washer 3/8"
_r Pin

Speed
Control
Rod

Figure

Speed Control Rod

The length ot the ball joint and speed
control rod have been pre-adjusted at
the factory. If an adjustment is required,
loosen the nut. Remove the fasteners
to disconnect the ball joint from the
shift yoke assembly. To lengthen or
shorten the speed control rod, turn the
adapter to obtain the correct length.
5.

Make sure the speed select lever
functions correctly. Move the speed
select lever through all speeds.

Figure ] 0

How To Assemble
The Chute Deflector

install with head of carriage bolt on
the inside of the flange.
4.

Remove the carriage bolt. See
Figure 11,
2, Raise the chute deflector into operating position.
3, Fasten chute deflector to flange
with carriage bolt. Make sure to

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Deflector _

......

Carriage
Bolt

and Iocknut.

6. Cut tie strap on chute deflector.

Operating Pos't'on
Chute _

Fasten with washer

5. Tighten Iocknut securely.
NOTE: Make sure all carriage
bolts in flange are tight. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN.

,-"" ........

_/:

i
Washer

Nut

Tie Strap

Figure 11
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Check The Cables
1, Check the traction drive cable and
the auger drive cable. If the bottom
of the cables have become disconnected, reinstall the cable springs.
Make sure the long spring is attached to the traction drive and the
short spring is attached to the auger drive. See Figure 12.

If the top of the cables have become disconnected from the drive
levers, attach the cables to the "Z"
fitting. See Figure 13.

"Z" Fitting Drive Lever

TractionAUger Drive Cable
Drive Cable
Short "_
/
Spring
,_

\
Cable

_i_ LongSpring

Figure 13

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C
Figure 12

How To Set The Skid Height
The snow thrower is equipped with
height adjustable skids mounted on
the outside of the auger housing. See
Figure 14. To adjust the height of the
skids, see "How To Adjust The Height
Of The Skids" in the Maintenance
section.

Adjustable

How To Set
The Length

Of The Cables

The cables were adjusted at the factory
and no adjustments should be necessary. However, after the handles are put
in the operating position, the cables can
be too tight or too loose. If an adjustment is necessary, see "How To Check
And Adjust The Cables" in the Service
And Adjustment section.
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Skids

Figure 14

How To Set The Drift Cutters

Drift Cutter

Drift cutters are used to cut a path
through snow deeper than the auger
housing.
1.

Loosen the wingnuts that secure
the drift cutters to the auger housing. See Figure 15.

Wingnut

Raise the drift cutters to the desired height.

3. Tighten the wingnute.

Figure 15

_" CHECKLIST
Before you operate your new snow
thrower, to ensure that you receive the
best performance and satisfaction from
this quality product, please review the
following checklist:
_" All assembly instructions have been
completed.
_" The discharge chute rotates freely.
No remaining loose parts in carton.
While learning how to use your snow
thrower, pay extra attention to the following important items:
_"

Engine oil is at proper level.

Make sure gas tank is filled properly
with clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.

Become familiar with all controlstheir location and function. Operate
controls before starting engine.

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KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING
YOUR SNOW THROWER. Compare the illustrations with your SNOW THROWER
to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save
this manual for future reference.
Auger Drive Lever
Traction Drive Lever
Electric
Start
Button
Remote Chute
Control Lever
Primer
Ignition Button
Crank Assembly
Key
Switch
Box

Chute Deflector

Discharge

Choke
Control
Throttle

Recoil
Starter

Control

Handle

Shear Pin

Height
Skid

Figure 16

Auger Drive Lever - Starts and stops
the auger and impeller (snow gathering
and throwing)
Traction Drive Lever - Propels the
snow thrower forward and in reverse,
Speed Shitter Lever - Selects the
speed of the snow thrower (6 speeds forward and 2 speeds reverse),
Crank Assembly - Changes the direction
of snow throwingthroughthe dischargechute.
Chute Deflector - Changes the distance
the snow is thrown.
Discharge Chute - Changes the height
and direction the snow is thrown,

Height Adjust Skid - Adjusts the ground
clearance of the auger housing,
ignition Key - Must be inserted to start
the engine,
Recoil Starter Handle - Starts the engine manually,
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Choke Control - Used to start a cold
engine.
Primer Button - Injects fuel directly into
the carburetor manifold for fast starts in
cold weather,
Remote Chute Control Lever - Push
forward to discharge snow high and far,
Pull remote lever back to discharge snow
down,
Throttle Control - Controls the engine
speed.
Electric Start Button - (if so equipped)
Usedto start the engine using the 120V electric starter,
Shear Pin - Shear pins are designed to
break (to protect the machine) if an object becomes lodged in the auger houstng.
Toolbox - spare shear pins and
spacers are located in toolbox,
Drift Cutter -Cuts a path through snow
higher than the auger housing.

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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 or eye shields while operating
the snow thrower.
We recommend standard safety
glasses or a wide vision safety mask for
over your glasses.

vet back to discharge the snow
down.

Chute Lever

HOW TO MOVE FORWARD AND
BACKWARD
1. To shift, release the traction drive
lever (left hand) and move the
speed shift lever to the speed you
desire. See Figure 17. Ground
speed is determined by snow conditions. Select the speed you desire
by moving the speed shifter lever
left into the appropriate notches on
the shift lever plate:
Speeds 1,2 - Wet, Heavy
Speed 3 - Light
Speed 4 - Very Light
Speed 5,6 - Transport only
2. Engage the traction drive lever (left
hand). As the snow thrower starts
to move, maintain a firm hold on the
handles, and guide the snow thrower along the clearing path. Do not
attempt to push the snow thrower.
3. To move the snow thrower backward, move the speed shifter lever
right into first or second reverse and
engage the traction drive lever (left
hand).
IMPORTANT: Do not move the speed
shifter lever while the traction lever
is down.

TO STOP YOUR
SNOW THROWER
1. To stop throwing snow, release the
auger drive lever. See Figure 17.
2. To stop the wheels, release the
traction drive lever.
3. To stop the engine, push the
throttle control lever to off and pull
out the ignition key
Traction Drive Lever
Auger Drive Lever

Figure 17

TO CONTROLSNOWDISCHARGE
1. Turn the crank assembly to set the
direction of the snow throwing. See
Figure 18.
2. Push the remote chute lever forward to discharge the snow high
and far. Pull the remote chute le-

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Assembly
Figure 18

Manual
before
operating
ARNING:
Read
Owner's
machine. Never direct discharge toward bystanders. Stop the
engine before unclogging discharge
chute or auger housing and before
leaving the machine.
_

TO THROW

SNOW

1, Push down the auger driver lever
(right hand). See Figure 17.
2, Release to stop throwing snow.

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HOW TO USE
THE WHEEL LOCKOUT

5. Check tire pressure (14-17
pounds), Do not exceed maximum
amount of pressure.

The left wheel is secured to the axle
with a lockout pin. See Figure 19. The
unit was shipped with the lockout pin in
the locked position. For ease of maneuverability in light snow conditions, disconnect the lockout pin as follows.
1. Pull the knob out to disengage the
lockout pin.
2. To lock in the disengaged position,
turn the knob 1/4 turn (90 degrees).

CHECK THE OIL:
NOTE: The engine was shipped from
the factory filled with oil. Check the
level of the oil. Add oil as needed.
1. Make sure the unit is level.
NOTE: Do not check the level of the
oil while the engine runs.
2.

Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick.
Check the oil.

If necessary, add oil until the oil
reaches the FULL mark on the oil fill
cap/dipstick (see Figure 20). Do not
add too much oil.
OII Fill C._p/Dipstick

_OTE:
_"_ y
Knob

Figure20

Wheel
Lockout

4. Tighten the fill cap/dipstick securely
each time you check the oil level.
NOTE: For extreme cold operating
conditions of 0°F and below, use a
partial synthetic OW30 motor oil for
easier starting.

Figure 19

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
1.

Before you service or start the engine, familiarize yourself with the
snow thrower. Be sure you understand the function and location of all
controls.
2. Check the tension of clutch cable
before starting the engine. See To
Adjust The Control Cable paragraph in the Service & Adjust*
merits section of this manual.
3.
4.

NOTE: S.A.E. 5W30 motor oil may
be used to make starting easier in
areas where temperature is consis*
tently 20°F. or lower.

FILL GAS:

Be sure that all fasteners are tight.
Make sure the height adjust skids
are properly adjusted. See To Adjust Skid Height paragraph in the
Service & Adjustments
section of
this manual.

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Oil level
must be between
full and Add mark

NOTICE:
ENGINES WHICH ARE
CERTIFIED TO COMPLY WITH CALIFORNIA AND US EPA EMISSION
REGULATIONS FOR ULGE ENGINES:
Are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline. Include the following
emission control system(s): EM, TWC
(if so equipped),
Include any user adjustable features-therefore
no other adjustments are needed.

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_lb

ARNING: Experiences indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or
those using ethanol or methanol)
can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids
during storage. Acidic gas can dam*
age the fuel system of an engine
while in storage.

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gasoline.
Do not fill fuel tank while snow
thrower is running, when it is hot, or
when snow thrower is in an en*
closed area.
Keep away from open flame or an
electrical spark and do not smoke
while filling the fuel tank.
Never fill the tank completely. Fill
the tank to within 1/4"-1/2" from the
top to provide space for expansion
of fuel.
Always fill fuel tank outdoors and
use a funnel or spout to prevent
spilling.
Make sure to wipe up any spilled
fuel before stating the engine.
Store gasoline in a clean, approved
container and keep the cap in place
on the container.

NOTE: To avoid engine problems,
the fuel system must be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer.
Start the engine and let it run until
the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use the carburetor bowl
drain to empty residual gasoline
from the float chamber. Use fresh
fuel next season. See the Storage
section in this manual for additional
information.
Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or
permanent damage may occur.
1.

TO STOP ENGINE
To stop engine, move the throttle control lever to "STOP" position and remove key. Keep the key in a safe
place. The engine will not start without
the key.
TO START ENGINE

Fill the fuel tank only with a fresh,
clean, unleaded regular, unleaded
premium, or reformulated automotive gasoline. DO NOT use leaded
gasoline. Make sure that the container you pour the gasoline from is
clean and free from rust or other foreign particles. Never use gasoline
that may be stale from long periods
of storage in the container.

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mable.
Always
use caution
ARNING:
Gasoline
is fiam*
when handling or storing

(ELECTRIC
STARTER,
IF
EQUIPPED)
Be sure that the engine has sufficient
oil. The snow thrower engine is
equipped with a 120 volt A.C. electric

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starter and recoil starter. Before starting the engine, be certain that you have
read the following information.

receptacle. (See WARNING in this
section).
7. Push the primer button while covering the vent hole as follows: Remove finger from primer button
between primes.
Do not prime if temperature above
50 ° F (10 ° C).
Push two time if temperature is 50 °
F (10 ° C) to 15°F (-10 ° C).
Push four times if temperature is
below 15 ° F (-10 ° C).
8. Push down on the starter button
until the engine starts. Do not crank
for more than 10 seconds at a time.
This electric starter is thermally protected. If overheated it will stop automatically and can be restarted
only when it has cooled to a safe
temperature (a wait of about 5 to 10
minutes is required).
9. When the engine starts, release the
starter button and move choke lever to "1/2 choke" position. When
engine runs smoothly, move choke
lever to "No Choke" Position.

equipped
three-wire
ARNING: with
Thea starter
is
power cord and plug and is
designed to operate on 120 volt AC
household current.It must be properly grounded at all times to avoid the
possibility of electrical shock which
may be injurious to operator. Follow
all instructions
carefully as set forth
in the "To Start Engine" section. Determine that your house wiring is a
three-wire grounded system. Ask a
licensed electrician if you are not
sure. Ifyour housewire system is
not a three-wire system, do not use
this electric starter under any conditions. If your system is grounded
and a three-hole receptacle is not
available at the point your starter will
normally be used, one should be
installed by a licensed electrician.
when connecting 120 volt AC "Power
Cord", always connect the cord to
the Switch Box" on the engine first,
then plug the other end into the
three-hole grounded receptacle.
When disconnecting "Power cord",
always unplug the end in the threehole grounded receptacle first.
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COLD
1.

2.
3.

4.
5.
6.

10. Disconnect power cord from receptacle, first, and then from switch
box.
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm
up for several minutes before
blowing snow in temperatures
below O°F.

START

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11. Run engine at full throttle "FAST"
when throwing snow.
WARM

START

If restarting a warm engine after a short
shutdown, leave choke at "OFF" and do
not push the primer button. If the engine fails to start, follow the Cold Start
instructions.

TO START ENGINE

(RECOIL STARTER)
Be sure that the engine has sufficient
oil. The snow thrower engine is
equipped with a recoil starter. Before
starting the engine, be certain that you
have read the following information.

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COLD
1.

2.
3.

4.
5.

START

gine fails to start, follow the Cold Start
instructions.

Be sure auger drive and traction
drive levers are in the disengaged
(RELEASED) position.
Move throttle control to"FAST" position.
Remove the keys form the plastic
bag. Insert one key into ignition
slot. Make sure it snaps into place.
DO not turn key. Keep the second
key in a safe place.
Rotate choke knob clockwise to the
choke ON position.
Push the primer button while covering the vent hole as follows: Remove finger from primer button
between primes.
Do not prime if temperature above
50 ° F (10 ° C).
Push two time if temperature is 50 °
F (10 ° C) to 15°F (-10 ° C).
Push four times if temperature is
below 15 ° F (-10 ° C).
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,

FROZEN STARTER
If the starter is frozen and will not turn
engine:
1. Pull as much rope out of the starter
as possible.
2. Release the starter handle and let it
snap back against the starter.
If the engine still fails to start, repeat the
two previous steps until the engine
starts. Then continue with the directions for cold start.
To help prevent possible freeze-up of
recoil starter and engine controls, proceed as follows after each snow removal job.
1. With the engine running, pull the
starter rope hard with a continuous
full arm stroke three or four times.
Pulling of starter rope will produce a
loud clattering sound. This is not
harmful to the engine or starter.
2. With the engine not running, wipe all
snow and moisture from the carburetor cover in area of control levers.
Also move throttle control, choke
control, and starter handle several
times.

7. As the engine warms up, move
choke lever to "1/2 choke" position.
When engine runs smoothly, move
choke lever to "No Choke" Position.
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm
up for several minutes before
blowing snow in temperatures
below 0°F.
8,

gine
indoorsNever
or in run
enclosed,
WARNING:
en*
poorly ventilated areas. En*
gine exhaust contains CARBON
MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS AND
DEADLY GAS. Keep hands, feet,
hair and loose clothing away from
any moving parts on engine and
snow thrower.
The temperature of muffler and
nearby areas may exceed 150°1=.
Avoid these areas.
DO NOT allow children or young
teenagers to operate or be near
snow thrower while it is operating.
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Run engine at full throttle "FAST"
when throwing snow.

WARM

START

If restarting a warm engine after a short
shutdown, leave choke at "OFF" and do
not push the primer button, if the en-

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to
remove any
that may
WARNING:
Do item
not attempt
become lodged in auger
without taking the following precau*
tions:
Release auger drive lever.
Move throttle lever to stop position.
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Remove (do not turn) ignition
key.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
Do not place your hands in the
auger or discharge chute. Use a
pry bar.

SNOW THROWING TIPS
1.

For maximum snow thrower efficien*
cy in removing snow. adjust ground
speed, NEVER the throttle. Go
slower in deep, freezing or wet
snow. If the wheels slips, reduce
forward speed. The engine is designed to deliver maximum performance at full throttle and should be
run at this power setting at all times.
2. Most efficient snow throwing is accomplished when the snow is removed immediately after if falls.
3.
4.
5.

For complete snow removal, slightly
overlap each path previously taken.
The snow should be discharged
down wind whenever possible.

8.
9.

For normal usage, set the skids so
that the scraper bar is 1/8" above
the skids. For extremely hardpacked snow surfaces, adjust the

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skids upward so that the scraper
bar touches the ground.
On gravel or crushed rock surfaces,
set the skids at 1-1/4" below the
scraper bar. See To Adjust Skid
Height paragraph in the Service &
Adjustments
section of this manual. Rocks and gravel must not be
picked up and thrown by the machine.
After the snow throwing job has
been completed, allow the engine to
idle for a few minutes, which will
melt snow and accumulated ice off
the engine.
Clean the snow thrower thoroughly
after each use.
Remove ice and snow accumulation
and all debris from the entire snow
thrower, and flush with water (if possible) to remove all salt or other
chemicals. Wipe snow thrower dry.

CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

SERVICE RECORDS
Fill in dates as you
complete regular
service.

Before
Each
Use

Every
25
Hours

Each
Season

Change Engine Oil

Check Spark Plug

Often

Every
5
Hours

Every
10
Hours

Before
Storage

Lubricate Disc Drive
PIate Zerk
(See Maintenance)

SERVICE
DATES

Drain Fuel

Adjust Drive Belt

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, the operator must maintain
the snow thrower as instructed in this
manual.

If any parts are worn or damaged,
replace immediately.

LUBRICATION

Some adjustments will need to be
made periodically to properly maintain
your snow thrower.

CHART

Lubricate \
Disc Drive

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual
should be checked at least once each
season.

With
Temp EP
Moly
Grease.

AFTER EACH USE
•

Check_ranyloose
parts.

ordamaged

•

Tighten any loose fasteners.

•

Check and maintain the auger.

•

Check controls to make sure they
are functioning properly.
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Figure 21
20

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER

12.5 HP

DISPLACEMENT

21.82 cu. in.

GASOLINE
CAPACITY

4 quarts
(unleaded)

OIL CAPACITY

5W30

Figure 22

(20 oz capacity)
SPARK PLUG:

Champion RJ19LM
(Gap .030 in.) or
equivalent

VALVE CLEARANCE:

Intake: .010 In,
Exhaust: .010 In.

LUBRICATION-EVERY
25 HOURS
Lubricate Disc Drive Plate every
twenty-five (25) hours and at the end of
the season and/or before storage.
To Lubricate
1. Position speed selector lever in first
gear.
2. Stand the snow thrower up on the
auger housing end.
3. Remove the bottom panel.
4. Turn disc drive plate clockwise by
hand until grease zerk is clearly
visible at front center. See
Figure 23.
5. Place a coin or (a shim of equal
thickness) between the rubber friction wheel and disc drive plate to
prevent rubber friction wheel contacting the drive disc plate.
6. To grease zerk, use a hand grease
gun, lubricate with a Hi Temp EP
Moly grease. Fill zerk only until
grease becomes visible below bearing assembly located under grease
zerk. DO NOT over fill.

SNOW THROWER

AS REQUIRED
The following adjustment should be
preformed more than once each season,
1, Auger drive belt should be adjusted
after the first 2 to 4 hours of use,
again about mid-season and twice
each season thereafter (See to Adjust Belts paragraph in the Service and Adjustment section),
LUBRICATION - EVERY 10 HOURS
1. Auger Shaft- Using a hand grease
gun, lubricate the auger shaft zerk
fittings (A) every ten (10) operating
hours. Each time a shear bolt is replaced, the auger shaft MUST be
greased. See Figure 22. See To
Replace Auger Shear Bolt in the
Service and Adjustment section.

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CAUTION: DO NOT allow grease to
come in contract with the disc drive
plate or friction wheel or damage will
result.
iMPORTANT: Remove coin and ensure that a gap exists between friction
wheel and disc drive plate.

LUBRICATION-NOT

NOTE: Clean all excess grease found
on friction disc hub.

1, Hex Shaft and Sprockets - Hex
shaft and sprockets require no lubrication, All bearings and bushings
are lifetime lubricated and require
no maintenance. See Figure 23.
NOTE: Any greasing or oiling of the
above components can cause contamination of the friction wheel. If the disc
drive plate or friction wheel come in
contact with grease or oil, damage to
the friction wheel will result.

Hex Shaft and Sprockets

Wheel
Assembly
Coin or Shim

'-_

Should grease or oil come in contact
with the disc drive plate or friction
wheel, be sure to clean the plate and
wheel thoroughly.
NOTE: For storage, the hex shaft and
sprockets should be wiped with 5W30
motor oil to prevent rusting.
2. Auger Gear Box- The auger gear
box is lubricated at the factory and
should not require additional lubrication. If for some reason the lubricant should leak out, have auger
gear case checked by a competent
repairman.

Point at which
grease should

Gap Between be visible
Friction Wheel
and Disc Drive
Plate

Grease Zerk

REQUIRED

Figure 23

ENGINE

Change the oil every twenty-five (25)
hours or at least once a year if the
snow thrower is not used for twentyfive (25) hours.

LUBRICATION
Check the crankcase oil level before
starting the engine and after each five
(5) hours of continuous use. See
Figure 24. Add S.A.E. 5W30 motor oil
as needed. Tighten fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
1. Position the snow thrower so that
the oil drain plug is at the lowest
point on the engine.
2.

Oil Fill Cap/Dis_.

Remove the oil drain plug and the
oil fill cap/dipstick,
Drain the oil
into a suitable container.
NOTE: The oil will drain more freely
when the engine is warm.

Figure 24
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After draining all the oil, reinstall the
oil drain plug securely.

Fill the engine crankcase with
S.A.E. 5W30 motor oil, pouring
slowly. DO NOT OVERFILL,

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raise the adjustable skids. Tighten
the mounting nuts. See Figure 25.
NOTE: For rocky or uneven surfaces,
raise the front of the snow thrower by
moving the skids down.

nect
the spark
plug disconwire and
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ARNING:
Always
place it where it cannot
make contact with spark plug to prevent accidental starting when making any adjustments or repairs.

maintain
groundto
WARNING:proper
Be certain
clearance for your particular
area to be cleared. Objects such as
gravel, rocks or other debris, if
struck by the impeller, may be
thrown with sufficient force to cause
personal injury, property damage or
damage to the snow thrower.
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TO ADJUST SKID HEIGHT
This snow thrower is equipped with two
height adjustment skids, located on
the outside of the auger housing. See
Figure 25.
These skids elevate the front of the
snow thrower.
Mountin

TO ADJUST SCRAPER BAR

Nuts

After considerable use, the metal scraper bar will have a definite wear pattern.
The scraper bar in conjunction with the
skids should always be adjusted to allow 1/8" between the scraper bar and
the sidewalk or area to be cleaned.
Auger Housing

1. Position the snow thrower on a level
surface.

Height Adjust Skid
Figure 25

Make sure both tires are equally inflated. Proper tire pressure is 14 to
17 PSI. See side of tire for maximum inflation. Do not exceed sidewall maximum pressure on tire.

Loosen the carriage bolts and nuts
securing the scraper bar to the auger housing.

For normal hard surfaces, such as a
paved driveway or walk, adjust the
skids as follows.
1.

Position the snow thrower on a level
surface.
Make sure both tires are equally inflated. Proper tire pressure is 14 to
17 PSI. See side of tire for maximum inflation. Do not exceed sidewall maximum pressure on tire.

4. Adjust the scraper bar to the proper
position.
5. Tighten the carriage bolts and nuts,
making sure that the scraper bar is
parallel with the working surface.

3. Place the extra shear bolts supplied
(found in parts bag) under each
end of the scraper bar next to the
adjustable skids.
4. Loosen the mounting nuts that hold
the adjustable skids. To bring the
front of the snow thrower down,

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For extended operation, the scraper
bar may be reversed. If the scraper
bar must be replaced due to wear,
remove the carriage bolts and nuts
and install a new scraper ban

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HOW TO CHECK AND ADJUST
THE CABLES
The cables are adjusted at the factory
and no adjustment should be necessary. If the cables have become
stretched or are sagging adjustment will
be necessary.
To check for correct adjustment, disconnect the Z-fitting at the drive lever,
move the drive lever to the full forward
position, just contacting the plastic
bumper. The control cables are correctly adjusted when the center of the
"Z" fitting is between the center and
top of the hole in the drive lever and
there in no droop in the cable.

Remove gas from gas tank. Stand
snow thrower on end.

Disconnect the "Z" fitting from
drive lever.

Pull spring cover up to expose
spring, Push the cable through the
spring to expose the threaded portion of the cable. See Figure 27.

Hold the square end of the
threaded portion with pliers and adjust the Iocknut in or out until the
excess slack is removed.

Drive Lever
"Z" Fitting

Figure 27

Figure 26

Pull the cable back through the
spring and connect the cable. Do
the same for the other drive lever
cable, if needed.

NOTE: Whenever the traction drive or auger belts are adjusted or replaced, the
cables will need to be adjusted.

TO ADJUST BELTS

1. Disconnect the spark plug wire.

Belts stretch during normal use. If you
need to adjust the belts due to wear or
stretch, proceed as follows:

Remove the belt cover. See
Figure 28.

How To Adjust The Auger Drive Belt
If your snow thrower will not discharge
snow, check the control cable adjustment. If it is correct, then check the
condition of the auger drive belt. It may
be loose or damaged. If it is damaged,
replace it. See To Replace Belts paragraph in this section. If the auger drive
belt is loose, adjust as follows:
24
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Self Tapping Screw

Figure 28

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raction Drive Belt

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Auger Drive
Belt

Auger Idler
Pulle
Idler Pulleg

_
/_

_o
.
_:\ /1/2

inch

Drive
Pulley

EngaYed l-___Deflection
Loosen
this nut

_
Figure 29

Loosen the nut on the idler pulley
and move the pulley toward the belt
about 1/8", See Figure 29.

Tighten the nut,

Press the auger drive lever. Check
the tension on the belt (opposite auger idler pulley). The belt should
deflect about 1/2" with moderate
pressure (See Figure 30).

NOTE: If the adjustment is not correct, repeat the adjustment.
6, Replace the belt cover,
7, Check the clutch control cable adjustment,
8,

Reconnect the spark plug wire,

Traction Drive Belt
The traction drive belt has constant
spring pressure and does not require
adjustment. Replace the traction drive
belt if it is slipping. See To Replace
Belts paragraph in this section.

TO REPLACE BELTS

1, Remove the gas from the gas tank.
Stand the snow thrower up on the
front end of the auger housing,

The drive belts on this snow thrower
are of special construction and should
be replaced with original equipment
belts available from your nearest Sears
Store. A distributor's list is supplied in
the parts manual.

_
2,
3,

outdoors,
from
or
ARNING:away
Drain
thefire
gasoline
flame.

Disconnect the spark plug wire,
Remove the screw from the belt
cover, Remove the belt cover, See
Figure 28.
4, Remove the bolts on each side of
the motor mount frame, See
Figure 31.
5, Loosen the bolts on each side of
the motor mount frame, The auger housing and the motor mount

You will need the assistance of a second person while replacing the belts.

How To Remove The Auger Drive Belt
If the auger drive belt is damaged, the
snow thrower will not discharge snow.
Replace the damaged belt as follows.

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Figure 30

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How To Remove the Traction Drive
Belt
If the snow thrower will not move forward, check the traction drive belt for
wear or damage. If the traction drive
belt is worn or damaged, replace the
belt as follows.

frame will separate, hinged by the
bolts.
Bottom
Panel
Moto_
Frame

Auger
Housing

1. Remove the gas from the gas tank.
Stand the snow thrower up on the
front end of the auger housing.

Remove top
bolt (each
side).

outdoors,
from
or
WARNING:away
Drain
thefire
gasoline
flame.

,_
(Each Side)

Figure 31

Loosen the belt guide. Pull the belt
guide away from the auger drive
pulley. See Figure 29.

Loosen the nut on the idler pulley.
Pull the idler pulley away from the
auger drive belt.

Remove the old auger drive belt.
Replace the auger drive belt with
an original factory replacement belt
available from an authorized service
center.

2.
3.

Disconnect the spark plug wire.
Remove the auger drive belt. See
"How To Remove The Auger Drive
Belt" in the Maintenance section.

Pull the traction drive idler pulley
away from the traction drive belt.
See Figure 32,
Traction
Auger

Traction
Drive Pulley

Install the new auger drive belt
onto the auger drive pulley and
onto the drive pulley.
Traction
Drive
Idler
Pulley

11. Adjust the belt guide. See "How To
Adjust The Belt Guide" in the Service And Adjustment section.
5,

12. install the bolts on each side of the
motor mount frame, See
Figure 31.
13. Tighten the bolts on each side of
the motor mount frame,

Auger
Idler
Pulley

Engine Pulley
Figure 32
Remove the old traction drive belt
from the traction drive pulley and
from the engine pulley. Replace the
traction drive belt with an original
factory replacement belt available
from an authorized service centen

Install the new traction drive belt
onto the traction drive pulley and
onto the engine pulley.
7, Make sure the traction drive idler
pulley is properly aligned with the
traction drive belt,

14. install the belt cover. Tighten the
screw. See Figure 28.
15. Check the adjustment of the cables.
See "How To Check And Adjust The
Cables" in the Service And Adjustment section.
the spark plug wire,

Belt Guide

Auger
Drive
Pulley

10. Adjust the auger drive belt. See
"How To Adjust The Auger Drive
Belt" in the Service And Adjustment
section.

16, Connect
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Drive

8,
26

Install and adjust the auger drive
belt. See "How To Remove The Au-

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ger Drive Belt" in the Service And
Adjustment section.

Measure the distance between the
belt guide and auger drive belt,
The correct distance is 1/8 inch
(3.175 mm). See Figure 33.

9. Adjust the belt guide. See "How To
Adjust The Belt Guide" in the Service And Adjustment section.
10. Install the bolts on each side of the
motor mount frame. See Figure 31.

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Auger
idler
Pulley

11, Tighten the bolts on each side of the
motor mount frame.

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\\

Belt Guide
1/8 Inch
(3.175 ram)

12. Install the belt cover. Tighten screw.
See Figure 28.
13, Check the adjustment of the cables.
See "How To Check And Adjust The
Cables" in the Service And Adjustment section.

Engaged!R/@
Figure 33

14. Connect the spark plug wire.

If an adjustment is necessary, loosen the mounting bolt for the belt
guide, Move the belt guide to the
correct position. Tighten the
mounting bolt for the belt guide,
Install the belt cover. Tighten the
screw. See Figure 28.

HOW TO ADJUST THE BELT GUIDE
1.

Disconnect spark plug wire.

Remove the screw. Remove the
belt cover. See Figure 28.

Engage the auger drive lever.

7. Connect the spark plug wire.

HOW TO ADJUST OR REPLACE
THE FRICTION WHEEL

Remove the bolts on each side of
the bottom panel. See Figure 34.
4. Loosen the bolts on each side of
the bottom panel.
5. Remove the bottom panel.
Remove Top Bolt
(each side)
Bottom
Panel
Motor

How To Check The Friction Wheel
If the snow thrower will not move forward, check the traction drive belt, the
traction drive cable or the friction wheel.
If the friction wheel is worn or damaged,
it must be replaced. See "How To Replace the Friction Wheel" in this section.
If the friction wheel is not worn or damaged, check as follows.
1.

Frame

Remove the gas from the gas tank.
Stand the snow thrower up on the
front end of the auger housing.
WARNING:
outdoors,
flame.

2, Disconnect
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Drain the gasoline
away from fire or

the spark

plug wire,

Auger
Housing

Loosen bottom bolts
(Each Side)
Figure 34
6. Position the shift speed lever in
the first forward gear.
7. Note the position of the friction
wheel on the disc drive plate (See

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Figure 35). In the correct position,
the right outer side of the disc drive
plate must be three inches
(7.62cm.) from the center of the
friction wheel. If the friction wheel
is not in the correct position, adjust
as follows.

Speed _,
Control "_ _

Rod

Nut
Adaptor _--_
BallJoint

Shift Yoke
Assembly
Fasteners
Figure 36

Disc
Drive
Plate

How To Replace The Friction Wheel
If the friction wheel is worn or damaged,
the snow thrower will not move forward.
The friction wheel must be replaced as
follows.
1. Remove the gas from the gas tank.
Stand the snow thrower up on the
front end of the auger housing.

Figure 35

outdoors,
from
or
WARNING:away
Drain
thefire
gasoline
flame.

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How To Adjust The Friction Wheel

Loosen the nut on the speed con*
trol rod. See Figure 36.

Remove the fasteners to disconnect the ball joint from the shift
yoke assembly. To lengthen or
shorten the speed control rod, turn
the adapter to obtain the correct
friction wheel position.

3. Assemble the ball joint to the shift
yoke assembly with the fasteners.
4.

Tighten nut on the speed control
rod.

Make sure the speed select lever
functions correctly. Move the speed
select lever through all speeds.

Install the bottom
Figure 34.

Install the bolts

bottom
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panel.

Disconnect the spark plug wire.

Remove the top bolts on each side
of the bottom panel. See
Figure 34.

Loosen the bottom bolts on each
side of the bottom panel.

Remove the bottom panel.

Remove the speed control rod
from the shift yoke assembly. See
Figure 36.

Remove the three fasteners that
hold the friction wheel to the hub.
See Figure 37.

Hub

panel. See
Bolt

7. Tighten the bolts on each side of
the bottom panel.
8,

on each

Hex
Shaft

side of the

Nut
Figure 37

_]_
8,

P'_1_lm]
W._m]qlll_"]ad_VAl_l
d

Remove the four bolts that hold the
bearing plates on each side of the
hex shaft. See Figure 38.
NOTE: Take special note of the
position of the washers and retaining ring on the hex shaft and the
sprocket assembly.

11, Assemble the new friction wheel
onto hub with the fasteners removed earlier,
12, Install the bearing plate onto the
right side, Make sure the hex shaft
is engaged with both bearing
plates and that the washers and retaining ring are installed in the original position, See Figure 38.

Fdction Wheel

13, Fasten the bearing plates using
the four bolts removed earlier,
14, Make sure the hex shaft turns freely.

Bearing
Plate

15, Attach the speed control rod to the
shift yoke assembly. See
Figure 36.
16, Check the adjustment of the friction
wheel, See "How To Adjust The
Friction Wheel" in this section,
Figure 38

17, Make sure the friction wheel and the
disc drive plate are free from grease
or oil.

Remove the bearing plate from the
right side, Do not remove the hex
shaft, Leave the hex shaft in position, Carefully raise hex shaft just
enough to allow the friction wheel
to be removed,

18, Install the bottom panel. See
Figure 34.
19, Tighten the bottom bolts on each
side of the bottom panel,

10, Remove the friction wheel from the
hub, Slip the friction wheel toward
the right off the hex shaft. See
Figure 37.

20, Install the top bolts on each side of
the bottom panel.
21. Connect the spark plug wire.

HOW TO REPLACE THE AUGER SHEAR BOLT
The augers are secured to the auger shaft
with special shear bolts, These shear bolts
are designed to break and protect the machine if an object becomes lodged in the auger housing, Do not use a harder bolt as the
protection provided by the shear bolt will be
lost.
,_

WARNING:

1. Move the throttle control to the stop
position. Disengage all controls.
2.

For safety and to

protect the machine, use only
original equipment shear bolts.

To replace a broken shear bolt, proceed
as follows. Extra shear bolts were provided in the assembly parts bag.
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Disconnect the spark plug wire.
Make sure all moving parts have
stopped.

_]_

P'_1_lm]
W._m]qlll_"]ad_VAl_l
d

3. Align the hole in the auger with the
hole in the auger shaft. Install the
new shear pin and spacer. See
Figure 39.
4.

Shear Pin

Connect the spark plug wire.

Figure 39

TO ADJUST THE CARBURETOR

To adjust:
1. Clean spark plug by carefully
scraping the electrodes (Do not
sand blast or use a wire brush).
2. Be sure spark plug is clean and
free of foreign material. Check electrodes gap with a wire feeler gauge
and reset gap to 0.030" if necessary. See Figure 40.
To Replace:
1. If you need a new spark plug, use
only the proper replacement spark
plug.
2. Set the gap to 0.030 inches.
3. Before installing the spark plug,
lightly coat the spark plug threads
with oil or grease to insure easy removal.

If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your nearest Sears Store.
Engine performance should not be affected at altitudes up to 7,000 feet. For
operation at higher elevations, contact
your nearest Sears Store.
IMPORTANT:
Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed. Over-speeding
the engine above the factory high
speed setting can be dangerous. If you
think the engine-governed high speed
needs adjusting, contact your nearest
Sears Store, which has the proper
equipment and experience to make any
necessary adjustments.

Firmly tighten the spark plug in the
engine.
5. If a torque wrench is available,
torque the plug to 18 to 23 foot
pounds.
Feeler Gauge

TO ADJUST OR REPLACE THE
SPARK PLUG
NOTE:

This spark ignition system meets
all requirements
of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.

If you have difficulty starting the snow
thrower, adjust or replace the spark
plug. Replace the spark plug is the
electrodes are pitted or burned or if the
porcelain is cracked. Follow the instructions below.

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Spark Plug
Figure 40

ARNING: Never store your

snow thrower indoors or in
an enclosed, poorly ventilated area. If gasoline remains in the
tank, fumes may reach an open
flame, spark or pilot light from a fur*
nace, water heater, clothes dryer,
cigarette, etc.
NOTE: To prevent engine damage (if
snow thrower is not used for more
than 30 days) follow the steps below.
SNOW
2,

Lubricate all lubrication points, See
the Maintenance section,

Be sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are securely fastened. Inspect all visible moving parts for
damage, breakage and wean Replace if necessary.

If you do not remove the gasoline,
use fuel stabilizer supplied with unit
or purchase Craftsman Fuel Stabilizer No. 3550. Add fuel stabilizer to
any gasoline left in the tank to minimize gum deposits and acids. If the
fuel tank is almost empty, mix stabilizer with fresh gasoline in a separate container and add some to the
fuel tank.

ENGINE
ARNING: Drain the gasoline outdoors, away from
fire or flame.

Gasoline must be removed or treated to
prevent gum deposits from forming in
the fuel tank, filter, hose, and carburetor
during storage. Also, during storage alcohol blended gasoline that uses ethanol or methanol (sometimes called
gasohol) attracts water. It acts on the
gasoline to form acids which damage
the engine.
31
F_)OlI62J

Always follow the instruction on the
stabilizer container. After the stabilizer is added to the fuel tank, run
the engine at least ten minutes to
allow the mixture to reach the carburetor.

Change the engine oil.

Lubricate the piston/cylinder area.
First, remove the spark plug and
squirt a few drops of clean engine
oil into the spark plug hole. Next,
cover the spark plug hole with a rag
to absorb oil spray. Then, pull two or
three times on the recoil starter rope
to rotate the engine. Finally, install
the spark plug and attach the spark
plug wire.

Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

5. Cover the bare metal parts of the
blower housing auger and the impeller with rust preventative, such
as a spray lubricant.
NOTE: A yearly checkup or tune-up by
a Sears service center is a good way of
ensuring that your snow thrower will
provide maximum performance for the
next season.

To remove gasoline, run the engine
until the fuel tank is empty and the
engine stops,

THROWER

1, Thoroughly clean the snow thrower,

OTHER
1. If possible, store your snow thrower
indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.
2,

If the machine must be stored outdoors, block up the snow thrower to
be sure the entire machine is off the
ground.

3. Cover the snow thrower with a suitable protective cover that does not
retain moisture. Do not use plastic.
IMPORTANT: Never cover snow
thrower while engine and exhaust areas
are still warm.

I I ;t;oll:litI t l.'t I[olol i 11
TROUBLE

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Difficult starting

Defective spark plug.

Replace spark plug.

Water or dirt in fuel system.

Use carburetor bowl drain to
flush and refill with fresh fuel.

Engine runs erratic

Blocked fuel line, empty gas
tank, or stale gasoline

Clean fuel line; check fuel
supply; add fresh gasoline

Engine stalls

Unit running on CHOKE.

Set choke lever to RUN
_osition.

Engine runs erratic;
Loss of power

Water or dirt in fuel system,

Use carburetor bowl drain to
flush and refill with fresh fuel.

Excessive vibration

Loose parts: damaged
impeller

Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire.
Tighten all bolts and make all
necessary repairs, If
vibration continues, have the
unit serviced by a Sears
service repairman,

Drive belt loose or damaged.

Replace drive belt.

Incorrect adjustment
traction drive cable

Adjust traction drive cable.

Unit fails to propel

itself

Unit fails to discharge
snow

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Worn or damaged friction
wheel.

Replace friction wheel.

Auger drive belt loose or
damaged.

Adjust auger drive belt;
replace if damaged.

Auger control cable not
adjusted correctly.

Adjust auger control cable.

Shear bolt broken

Replace shear bolt

Discharge chute clogged.

Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire.
Clean discharge chute and
inside of auger housing.

Foreign object lodged in
auger

Stop engine immediately and
disconnect spark plug wire.
Remove object from auger.

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
FRAME ASSEMBLY

536.881121

ENGINEMOUNTSTO FRONTHOLES
ONTHE FRAME

69
319042

Key No.

F_)01162J

Description

Part

NO.

MODEL 143.011201

ENGINE

SCREW, 5/16-18

710024

WASHER

71060

GUIDE, ROD BELT

3949

PLASTIC WASHER

6711

WASHER

SCREW, 5/16-24X

SPACER

PULLEY, HALF

579854

WASHER,

579861

BELT, V

302707

FLATWASHER

712120

SPACER, SLEEVE

586251

PULLEY, ENGINE

586253

BELT, V

761788

WASHER,

WASHER

SCREW, 3/8=24X1.00

71015

OWNER'S

F_001162J

71060
1.00

910828
762291

FLAT

50677
71063

MANUAL
33

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
ELECTRIC START ASSEMBLY

536.881121

319051

Key

F_)OlI62J

No.

Description

Part

MOTOR,

SCREW

6216

SCREW

6217

CORD, STARTER

6219

STARTER

No.

762323

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
FRAME ASSEMBLY

536.881121

108

111
lO9
8o

140

9t
90
88

110

149

148

342362

Key No.

F_)01162J

Description

Part

No.

FRAME ASSY

761705-848

SCREW, 5/16-18X

COVER,

SCREW, 1/4-20X

103

IDLER ASSEMBLY

762296

105

PIN, HAIR .38DIAX1.64LG

711682

106

PIN, KLIK 3/16" DIA

761761

108

ASSY,, SPRING ATTACH

761766

109

BEARING,

53703

110

BOLT, 3/6-16X1.25

111

WASHER,

140

LEVER, IDLER ARM TRACTION

761701

141

BOLT, ,625X,135 HHSH 5/16-18

329989

145

IDLER SPRING TRACTION

53704

146

SCREW, 3/6-16X1,25

761760

148

PULLEY, IDLER

50793

149

NUT, 3/8-16

590

160

COVER,

161

SCREW, 1/4-20X

162

WASHER,

163

LID, BELT COVER

,50

780055

BOTTOM

583031-853
,63

310169

FL,
CARR,

585781

FLAT

711617

BELT

DRIVE

760478
,63

FLAT

310169
71067
760539

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
DRIVE COMPONENTS

192

536.881121

191

191
\
\

198
195

196 193

215
256

223

277
217

221
222

223

225
222_
226
226

243

224 229

249

276

246
240

235

278

27O

244

275

245
230

313995 REV P

F_)01162J

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
DRIVE COMPONENTS

Key No.

F_)01162J

Description

536.881121

Part No.

190

LEVER, ASSY TRACTION

191

BEARING,

192

RING, RET E

20864

193

SPRING,

53818

195

LEVER, SPRING

196

SCREW, 1/4-20X

198

NUT, 1/4-20

73826

210

DISC, ASSY

583163-853

211

ZERK, GREASE

583206

215

SHAFT, HEX TRACTION

583155

216

BEARING,

85501

217

FLATWASHER

71074

221

RING, RETEX

73811

222

FLATWASHER

580969

223

BEARING,

43846

224

KEY, SQUARE

2001022

225

PULLEY

580961

226

WASHER,

227

FLATWASHER

228

WASHER,

229

SCREW, 1/4-20X

230

BEARING

231

SCREW, 5/16-18X

235

WASHER

579858

240

HEX, ASSY

579897

243

RING, RETEX

783002

244

FLATWASHER

71074

245

BEARING,

337029

246

WHEEL, ASSY FRICTION

53830

247

SCREW, 1/4-20X

11871

249

NUT, 1/4-20

303008

250

WASHER

579858

255

BEARING

256

SCREW, 5/16-18X

270

BEARING

271

SCREW, 5/16-18X

275

JACK, ASSY

761789

276

BEARING

334163

277

SCREW

780055

278

CHAIN ROLLER

579867

LINK, CHAIN MASTER
37

760504

FLANGE

CLUTCH

761820
53703

RETURN

579937
.63

TRUNION

BALL

WAVE

11871

580965
712123

SPLIT

71059
.75

& RETAINER
.50

TRUNION
.63

& RETAINER

lX176
334163
780055

334163

.50

780055

& RETAINER

334163

.50

& RETAINER

780055

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP

SNOW

THROWER

536.881121

AUGER HOUSING ASSEMBLY

536

514
514

Key
No.

Description

339975
Key
No.

Part No.

Description

Part No.

460

PULLEY

583146

511

BOLT, 5/16-18 X .75

340720

462

KEY+SQUARE

2001022

514

NUT, 5/16-18

710026

483

WASHER,

71074

520

AUGER,

ASSY, LH

760317-853

484

NUT, 1/2-20

712121

521

AUGER,

ASSY, RH

760307-853

485

SPACER,

SLEEVE

334514

522

BOLT

578647

490

RETAINER, BRNG

582960

524

NUT, 5/16-18

71391

491

BEARING, BALL

43846

525

BEARING

53757

493

SCREW

313676

527

SCREW

70984

499

NUT, 5/16-18

710026

536

BOLT, 5/16-18X,75

340720

500

HOUSING, ASSY

761879-884

540

SKID

760192-853

509

PLUG

760040

541

BOLT, CARRIAGE

340720

510

BLADE, SCRAPER

760666-853

544

NUT, 5/16-18

710026

F_)01162J

FLAT

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY

536.881121

35O

358
_
351
_306

340

310_303
324820

Key
No.

Description

Key
No.

Part No.

Description

Part No.

300

CASE, GEAR, RH

896

323

BEARING,

ROLL

50684

301

CASE, GEAR, LH

895

324

WASHER,

FLAT

48275

303

SCREW

910828

326

KEY

50795

304

NUT, 5/16-24

71100

327

WORM GEAR

53732

306

PIPE PLUG

53749

330

BEARING,

53731

310

SEAL, OIL

780151

340

IMPELLER

761609-853

311

BEARING, SLEEVE

53743

350

BRACE

5524

312

WASHER,

53748

351

SCREW

1441

313

SHAFT, AUGER

760411

352

NUT, 5/16-24

71100

314

GASKET

897

355

SCREW

302636

315

WORM GEAR

53730

356

WASHER,

316

KEY, WOODRUFF

73905

357

WASHER

71060

320

RING, QUAD

53737

358

NUT

71037

321

BEARING, FL

583126

10oz LUBRIPLATE

333431

322
WASHER,
F_)OlI62J

FLAT

48275
39

SLEEVE

FLAT

71071

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
DISCHARGE CHUTE ASSEMBLY

582

608
607

F_)OlI62J

536.881121

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
DISCHARGE CHUTE ASSEMBLY

Key No.

F_)01162J

Description

Part

536.881121

No.

580

ASSY., UPPER CHUTE

761168-853

582

SCREW, 5/18-18X.75

578088

584

NUT, 5/16-18

71038

585

SCREW, 5/18-18X.75

578088

586

WASHER

8711

587

NUT, 5/16-18

600

LOWER CHUTE ASSEMBLY

761169-853

601

BOLT, 5/16-18X1.00

586280

602

FLATWASHER

71071

603

NUT, 5/16-18

71038

604

FLAP

762322

605

RIVET

760987

606

COLLAR,

607

SCREW, 1/4-20X

608

FLATWASHER

609

NUT, 1/4-20

610

RETAINER,

RING INNER

337227

611

RETAINER,

RING OUTER

585193

HEX

HEX NYL

CHUTE

71038

585214-863
.75

302628
71067

HEX NYLOCK

780029

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
HANDLE ASSEMBLY

337139 J
F_)OlI62J

536.881121

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
HANDLE ASSEMBLY

Key
Description

No.

Key
No.

Part
No.

536.881121

Description

Part
No.

720

ASSEMBLY, HANDLE

579264

775

SPACER

723

SCREW,

3/8-16×2.00

71007

785

NUT, 1/4-20

724

SCREW,

3/8-16X3.00

7288

787

KNOB, SHIFT 1/420

585522

725

WASHER, FLAT

71072

790

ROD, ASSY LH

578926

726

WASHER

71062

791

ROD, ASSY RH

578924

727

NUT, 3/8-16

71044

795

BRACKET, CAM

579002

728

STOP, PLASTIC

7289

796

SCREW, 5/16-18X.75

313676

729

GRIP, HANDLE

50792

797

WASHER,

71060

739

BUMPER

4049

798

NUT, 5/16-18

740

CABLE,

1580

799

CAM LOCK

8417

741

CABLE, AUG CLUTCH

761591

800

PIN, SPRING PIVOT

584673

743

TENSION

579869

801

NUT, PUSH ON

73664

744

SPRING,

1673

802

PIN, COTTER

71081

745

NUT, 1/4-20

780029

803

FLATWASHER

71071

750

HANDLE, LOWER

5543-853

804

ROD, CONTROL

581079

751

SCREW,

70984

805

NUT, 5/16-24

71042

752

WASHER,

71060

806

ADAPTOR,

753

NUT, 5/16-18

71391

807

WASHER

71060

754

SCREW,

70984

808

JOINT, STEEL BALL

50782

770

BRACKET, SHIFT

581964

809

WASHER

71060

771

SCREW,

7288

810

NUT, 5/16-24

772

SPRING

50786

811

BEARING,

773

WASHER,

71072

812

ROD, YOKE

337436

774

NUT, 3/8-16

71046

813

NUT, 38-16

71111

F_)01162J

REGHEX

CLUTCH

SPRING
CLUTCH
HEX

5/16-18

X.75

SPTLK

5/16-18

X.75

3/8-16X3.00

FLAT
HEX

579183
HEX

SPTLK
HEX

HEX

SPEED

HEX

71034

71037

6352

71042
579944

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
WHEEL ASSEMBLY

536.881121

678
673

675
655

676

671
673

675
677
681

Key

No.
650
652
653
654
655
658
671

F_)01162J

Description

Part

SD1022
No.

583017

SHAFT, AXLE
SPRKT & HUB
SCREW, 1/4-20X2.25
NUT, 1/4-20 HEX NYLOCK
BRNG, FL
CHAIN, ROLLER

583007
73839
780029
581730
583013

673
675

FLATWASHER
BUSHING, WHEEL
TIRE & RIM

712120
585591
584633

676
677

SCREW, 1/4-20X1.75
NUT, 1/4-20 HEX NYLOCK

577015

678

RING, RET

780029
239

681
682

DISC,WHEEL
SCREW

1501032-853
2001066

683

HUB, WHEEL LOCK

1501031-853

684
685
686

SPRING,

PIN, LOCK
KNOB

164X34
1501033
1501034

687

032X78

688
689

SCREW
NUT

73839
780029

COMPRESSION

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY

536.881121

337139 J

Key No.

F_)OlI62J

Description

730

CLUTCH HANDLE LH

Part No.
578992

731

CLUTCH HANDLE RH

578993

760
761

PANEL, CONTROL
SCREW, 10 X .62

579039
316042

765
766

BRACKET, PANEL
SCREW, 5/16-18 X 1.75

578866-853
302900

767

WASHER, HVSPTLK

71060

768
792

NUT, 5/16-18
BOLT, 1/4-20 X .50

71037
905531

794

NUT, 1/4-20

908913
45

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
CHUTE CONTROL ROD ASSEMBLY

536.881121

856
855
854
862

855
850
860

867

863
864

866
874

334215

Key No.

F_)01162J

Description

Part No.

850

CRANK, ASSY CHUTE

585426

854

HANDLE, CHUTE CRANK

307399

855

FLATWASHER

309312

856

E RING

578159

860

EYE BOLT 3/8=16X6.00

581618

861

GROMMET,

148

862

BOOT

863

NUT, 3/8-16

864

FLATWASHER

71072

865

ADAPTER,

309344

866

FLATWASHER

867

NUT, 3/8-16

870

BRACKET, WORM MTG

585195

871

WORM, GEAR CHUTE ROTATION

585196

872

BLOCK,

578063

873

CLEVIS PIN

874

PiN, UNIVERSAL

875

COTTER

EYE BOLT

308145
HEXJAM

71045

BOOT TO HANDLE

71072
HEXNYL

UNIVERSAL

71046

PIVOT

578309
JOINT

578060
579493

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
HEADLIGHT

536.881121
621

SD1029

Key No.
621

F_)01162J

Description

Part

No.

LIGHT, HALOGEN

762343

622

HARNESS,

1501036

625

TIE, CABLE

57444

626

BRACKET

578921

627

SCREW #8 X .50

901696

628

WASHER,

901736

HEADLIGHT

FLAT

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
536.881121
REMOTE CHUTE CONTROL ASSEMBLY

\
@

342858
F_)OlI62J

CRAFTSMAN

33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER
536.881121
REMOTE CHUTE CONTROL ASSEMBLY

Key No.

F_)01162J

Description
RETURN

Part

No.

965

SPRING, TENSION

966

WASHER,

967

BOLT, 5/16-18

310088

968

WASHER,

73787

969

NUT, 1/4-20

970

SCREW, 5/16-18

971

BRACKET, CABLE CHUTE

780066

972

NUT, 5/16-18

71391

973

TRIM

55021

974

TIE, CABLE

760113

975

CABLE, CHUTE CONTROL

761131

980

BOLT, 5/16-18

310088

981

WIRE FORM

780220

982

NUT, 1/4-10

302635

990

SCREW, 3/8-16X1.75

4058

991

WASHER,

FLAT

71072

992

WASHER,

SPRING

4051

993

HANDLE ASSY, SPEED CONTROL

579040

994

NUT, 3/6-16

71044

995

HANDLE,

996

NUT, 3/8-16

FLAT

318468
711666

FLAT

302635
X .75

REGHEX

3/8-16

MOLDED

HEX

313676

306689
71046

CRAFTSMAN

33" _2,SHP SNOW THROWER
DRIFT CUTTER ASSEMBLY

536,881121

NOTE: THIS UNiT IS USED FOR REFERENCE
PURPOSE ONLY.

SD!027
Key No,

F-0011_2J

Description

Part No.

280

BAR, _3RIFT CUTTER

762348-853

28!

BOLT,5_'_6-18X0.75

3407:Z_

282

WASHER

12021

283

WINGNUT

711604
50

CRAFTSMAN

4-CYCLE

ENGINE

MODEL

NUMBER

143.011201

396

370C

336_

3_8

F-OO1162J

370H

CRAFTSMAN
KEY
N0.

PART
NO.

4-CYCLE

ENGINE

MODEL

NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

KEY
N0.

RPM High 3550 to 3850

35775A

RPM Low 1850 to 2150
42

35779

Ring Set (Std.)

35780

Ring Set (.010" OS)

35781

Ring Set (.020" OS)

35772

Piston Pin Retaining Ring

36898

Connecting
(IncL 47)

Rod Ass'y
Rod Bolt

37083

Cylinder (Incl. 2, 20 & 80)

27652

Dowel Pin

650820

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"

31857

Oil Drain Extension

30969

Extension Ca

PART
NO.

143.011201
DESCRIPTION

Piston & Pin Ass'y
(.020" OS) (Incl. 43)

28277

Washer

651033

Connecting

14A

651057

Washer

35313

Valve Lifter

35685

Governor Rod
(Incl. 14& 38)

35682A

Camshaft

35686

Governor Lever

35315A

Counterbalance

29916

Governor Lever Clam

35316A

Blower Housing Extension

30200

Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"

650990

Screw, Torx T-30

35683

Cylinder Cover Gasket

35684A

Cylinder Cover
(IncL 14,15, 38, 71, 75)

651028

Screw, Torx T-15

35688

Extension Spring

35319

Oil Seal

(MCR)
Weight

36460

Blower Housing Baffle

650561

Screw, 1/4-20 x 5/8"

35377

Crankshaft

30322

Lock Nut, 10-32

35319

Oil Seal

37240

Crankshaft

35751

Governor Shaft

35327

Counterbalance

35479A

Washer

29826

Screw, 10-32 x 3/4"

35321

Governor Gear Ass'y

29918

Lock Washer

35322

Governor Spool

29216

Lock Nut, 10-32

29193

Retaining Ring

29642

Retaining Ring

650833

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-3/16"

35776A

Piston, Pin & Ring Set
(Std.)

650832

Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-11/16"

35777A

Piston, Pin & Ring Set
(.010" OS)

32589

Flywheel Key

611093

Flywheel (W/Ring Gear)

Gear

Bushing

35778A

Piston, Pin & Ring Set

650880

Lock Washer

650881

Flywheel Nut

35773A

(.020" OS)
Piston & Pin Ass'y (Std.)
(Incl. 43)

100

35135

Solid State Ignition

35774A

101

610118

Spark Plug Cover

F-001162J

Piston & Pin Ass'y
(.010" OS) (]ncL 43)

CRAFTSMAN

4-CYCLE

ENGINE

102

651024

Solid State Mounting Stud

103

651007

Screw, Torx T-15

110

35187

Ground Wire

MODEL

NUMBER

143.011201

184

33263

Carburetor To Intake Pipe
Gasket

185

37085

Intake Pipe

186

35691

Governor Link

186B

36653

Choke Spring

200

35702

Control Bracket
(Incl. 203, 204 & 206)

110A

36874

Ground Wire

119

36932

Cylinder Head Gasket

120

37491

Cyinder Head (Incl, 151A)

125

36934

Exhaust Valve (Std,)

202

36482

Compression

Spring

125

36936

Exhaust Valve (1/32" GS)

203

31342

Compression

Spring

126

36935

Intake Valve (Std,)

204

651029

Screw, Torx T-10

127

650691

Washer

205

651019

Screw, Torx T-10

128

650690

Belleville Washer

206

610973

Terminal

130

650697A

Screw, 5/16-18

207

35692

Throttle Link

135

34645

Spark Plug (RN4C)

209

650821

Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"

150

33507

Valve Spring

212

30773A

Bushing

151

33508

Valve Spring Keeper

213

650930

Screw, 10-32 x 5/8"

161A

35862

Intake Valve Seal

215

35438

Control Knob

153

35949

Push Rod Guide

216

35679

R.EM. Adjusting

154

650945

RockerArm

219

35689

Choke Rod

155

35950

Rocker Arm

220

35440

Choke Knob

157

650947

Jam Nut

222

28820

Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"

158

35466

Push Rod

223

650971

Screw, Torx T-30

159

35952

Rocker Arm Cover Gasket

224

33515A

Intake Pipe Gasket

160

35953A

Rocker Arm Housing

260

35694

Blower Housing

161

30063

Screw, Torx T-30

262

29747B

Screw, Torx T-40

163

650890

Lock Washer

265

37086

Cylinder Head Cover

169

27896A

Valve Cover Gasket

266

650876

Screw, 5/16-18

170

28423

Breather Body

269

35762

Exhaust Gasket

171

28424

Breather Element

270

35870

Manifold

172

28425

Valve Cover

36829A

Exhaust Port Liner

173

35350

Breather Tube

271

35293

Locking Plate (Manifold)

174

650128

Screw, 10-24 x 1/2"

275

36542

Muffler

180

35954

Blower Housing Extension

276

35348

Locking Plate

181

30200

Lock Nut, 10-32

277

650877

Screw, 5/16-18

182

650517

Screw, Torx T-30

281

33013

Starter Bubble Cover

183

34583A

Choke Bracket

F-OO1162J

x 2-1/2"

Stud

270A

Lever

x 1-1/4"

x 4-1/2"

CRAFTSMAN

4-CYCLE

ENGINE

MODEL

NUMBER

143.011201

282

650760

Screw, 8-32 x 3/8"

342

792028

Screw, 5/16-18

285

35985B

Starter Cu

343

35079

Key Switch Bracket

287

29752

Nat & Lock Washer

345

35699

Heat Baffle

290

30962

Fuel Line

345A

650876

Screw, 5/16-18

292

26460

Fuel Line Clamp

360

570682A

Primer Ass'y

298

650665

Screw, 1/4-15 x 3/4"

361

321800

Primer Line

300

34156A

Fuel Tank

301

35355

(Incl. 292 & 301)
Fuel Ca

305

35574

Oil Fill Tube

307

35499

"O" Ring

308

35539

Fill Tube Oil

310

35700

Dipstick

314

650873

Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4"

315

611111

Alternator Coil (18 Watt)
(Incl. 323)

323

611118

Terminal

327

35392

Starter Plug

328

35593

ignition Keys

329

610973

Terminal

334

650257

Screw, 8-32 x 5/16"

335

37103

Carburetor Cover (Front)

335A

37087

Carburetor Cover

336

650765

Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"

338

650821

Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"

340

35696

Fuel Tank Bracket

341

35697

Fuel Tank Bracket

F-001162J

x 7/8"

x 1-9/32"

365

590574

Starter Handle

3700

36501

Primer Decal

370H

34589

Choke Decal

3701

35878

Warning Decal

370J

35703

Throttle Decal

380

640105

Carburetor (Incl. 184)

390

590749

Rewind Starter
(Note: This engine could
have been built with
590733 starter.)

396

33329E

Electric Starter Motor
(Optional)

400

36947A

Gasket Set (Incl. Items
Marked PK in Notes)
Incl. part #'s 27896A (2),
33263 (1), 33515A (1),
35317 (1), 35683 (1),
35762 (2), 35952 (1),
36333
36358
36930
36942

(1), 36352 (1),
(1), 36832 (1),
(1), 36932 (1),
(1)

900

Replacement
None

Engine

900

Replacement

Short Block,

758215 orderfrom 71- 1 999

CRAFTSMAN

4-CYCLE

ENGINE

MODEL

Ir"

il_

2gJ_3

31,P_ .,J

28_ _

I
_--37

0--37

F-OO1162J

NUMBER

143.011201

CRAFTSMAN

4-CYCLE
KEY
NO.

F-001162J

ENGINE

MODEL

PART
NO.

NUMBER

143.011201

DESCRIPTION

640105

Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List)

632787

Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly

36288

631970

Throttle Return Spdng

640107

Throttle Shutter

650506

Shutter Screw

632513

Choke Shaft & Lever Assembly

632429A

Choke Shutter

630735

Choke Positioning Spring

632527

Fuel Fitting

651025

Throttle Crack Screw/Idle

630766

Tension Spring

640016

Idle Restdctor

Screw

2OA

640053

Idle Restrictor

Screw Cap

632594A

Float Bowl Assembly (Incl. 32 & 33)

631024

Float Shaft

632019

Float

631028

Float Bowl "0" Ring

631021

Inlet Needle, Seat, & Clip (Incl. 31)

631022

Spring Clip

27136

Bowl Drain Assembly

27554

Drain Plunger Gasket

640005

Main Nozzle Tube

632547

O Ring, Main Nozzle Tube

640106

High Speed Bowl Nut

27110A

Bowl Nut Washer

630748

Welch Plug, Idle Mixture Well

631027

Welch Plug, Atmosphedc

632760

Repair kit (incl. Items Marked PK in Notes)

Bushing

Speed Screw

Vent

CRAFTSMAN

4-CYCLE

29
\

ENGINE

MODEL

NUMBER

143.011201

F-OO1162J

CRAFTSMAN

F-001162J

4-CYCLE

ENGINE

MODEL

NUMBER

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

37105

Electric Starter (110 Volt)

33451

Dust Cover

33842

Retainer Ring

33430

Spring Retainer

33431

Anti.rift

37050

Gear & Nut (Incl. 2)

35449

Drive End Cap Ass'y. (Incl. 7}

35450

"O" Ring

35915

Armature

35451B

Housing Ass'y.

35452A

Brush Card Ass'y.

35911

Thrust Washer

590500

Thrust Washer

33441

Ground Screw

35453

Commutator

Spring

End Cap Ass'y. (Incl. 7)

35454

Switch Box Ass'y.

35455

Case Bolt

35456

Ground Screw

650819

Screw, 6-32 X 2-1/2"

651032

Screw, 12-16 x 5/8"

32450B

Extension

30063

Screw, Torx T-30, 1/4-20 X 1/2"

650820

Screw, 1/4-20 X 1/2"

Cord (10'6"}

143.011201

CRAFTSMAN

4-CYCLE

KEY
NO.

F-001162J

ENGINE

MODEL

NUMBER

143.011201

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

0
1
2

590749
590599A
590600

Rewind Starter

590679

Retainer

4
5

590601
590678

Washer

6
7

590680
590412

Starter Dog
Dog Spring

Spring Pin
Washer

Brake Spring

590682

Pulley & Rewind Spring Assy.

11
12

590750
590535

Starter Housing Ass'y.
Starter Rope (Length 98" x 9/64" din.)

590574

Mitten Grip Handle (Not included with starter)

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Call 24 hours a day, 7days a week

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agreement or to inquire
about an existing Agreement
Call 9am-5pm,
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parts, always provide the
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