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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO=

536.884811

Caution'.

Read and Follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

CRAFI" SMAH®

5 HORSEPOWER

23" DUAL STAGE

TRAC=PLUS

OPTIONAL ELECTRIC START

SNOW THROWER

•Assembly

°Operation

•Maintenance

°Service and Adjustments

°Repair Parts

ROEBUCK AND Co., Chicago, IL. 60684 U.S.A.

SEARS,

SAFETY RULES

CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND A

PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO

PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP,

TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS.

IMPORTANT

SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE 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.

BEFORE USE

• Read the owner's manual carefully. Be thor-

oughly familiar with the controls and the proper

use of the snow thrower. Know how to stop the

snow thrower and disengage the controts

quickly°

• Do not operate the snow thrower without wear-

ing adequate winter outer garments. Wear

footwear that will improve footing on slippery

surfaces.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,

particularly small children, and pets.

= Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow

thrower is to be used and remove all doormats,

sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.

• Use extension cords and receptacles as speci-

fied by the manufacturer for all snow throwers

with electric drive motors or electric starting

motors.

• Use only attachments and accessories ap-

proved by the manufacturer of the Snowthrower

(such as tire chains, electric start kits, etc.,)

• Never operate the snow thrower without good

visibility ortight. Always be sure of your footing,

and keep a firm hold on the handles° Walk;

never run.

• This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks,

driveways, 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 or other such structures or

buildings.

= Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent

intervals for proper tightness to be sure the

snow thrower is in safe working condition_

• Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral

before starting the engine.,

= Adjust the snow thrower height to clear gravel

or crushed rock surface.

• Let engine and snow thrower adjust to outdoor

temperatures before starting to clear snow.

FUEL SAFETY

• Handle fuef with care; it is highly flammable.

• Use an approved fuel container.

• Check fuel supply before each use, allowing

space for expansion as the heat of the engine

and/or sun can cause fuel to expand.

• Fillfueltankoutdoorswith extreme care. Never

fill fuel tank indoors.

• Replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe up

spilled fuel.

• Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel to a

running engine or hot engine.,

• Never store fuel or snow thrower with fuel in the

tank inside of a building where fumes may

reach an open flame or spark°

OPERATING SAFETY

• Never allow children or young teenagers to

operate the snow thrower and keep them away

while it is operating. Never allow adults to

operate the snow thrower without proper' in-

struction. Do not carry passengers_

• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields

during operation orwhile performing an adjust-

ment or repair to protect eyes from foreign

objects that may be thrown from the snow

thrower.

• Exercise extrerne caution when operating on

or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay

alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating

parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at

all times.

• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, es-

pecially when operating in reverse°

• Do not clear snow across the face of slopes.

Exercise caution when changing direction on

slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.

• Never operatethe snowthrowerwithout proper

guards, plates or other safety protective de-

vices in place.

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SAFETY RULES

o Never operate the snow thrower near glass en-

closures, automobiles, window wells, drop-

offs, and the like without proper adjustment of

the snow discharge angle. Keep children and

pets away.

® Never operate the snow thrower at high trans-

port speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind

and use care when backing.

o Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow

anyone in front of the snow thrower°

e Do not run the engine indoors, except when

starting the engine and for transporting the

snow thrower in or out of the building. Open the

outside doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous

(containing CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODOR-

LESS and DEADLY GAS).

• Take all possible precautions when leaving the

snow thrower unattended. Disengage the

auger/impeller, shift to neutral, stop engine,

and remove key°

• Do not overload the machine capacity by at-

tempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.

SAFE STORAGE

o Always referto owner's manual instructions for

important details if the snow thrower is to be

stored for an extended period.

o Disengage power to the auger/impeller when

snow thrower is transported or not in use.

o Never store the snow thrower with fuel in the

fuel tan k inside a building where ignition sou rces

are present such as hot water and space

heaters, clothes dryers, and the like. Allow the

engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

REPAIR/ADJUSTMENTS SAFETY

eAfter striking a foreign object, stop the engine

(motor), remove the wire from the spark plug,

disconnect the cord on electric motors, thor-

oughly inspect the snow thrower for any dam-

age, and repair the damage before restarting

and operating the snow thrower.

®If the snow thrower should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and check

immediately for the cause. Vibration is gener-

ally a warning of trouble.

o Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave

the operating position, before unclogging the

auger/impeller housing or discharge guide,

and when making any repairs, adjustments, or

inspections.

® When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make

certain the auger/impeller and all moving parts

have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire

and keep the wire away from the plug to

prevent accidental starting.

o Never attempt to make any adjustments while

the engine is running (except when specifically

recommended by manufacturer).

e Maintain or replace safety and instruction

labels, as necessary_

eRun the snow thrower a few minutes after

throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of the

auger/impeller_

CAUTION: AVOID IN-

JURY FROM ROTAT-

ING AUGER. KEEP

HANDS, FEET, AND

CLOTHING AWAY! ..._ CHARGE CHUTE!

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LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT I

_ IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, ITI

MEANS--ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT...I

YOUR SAFETY,IS I,NVOLVED. I

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Craftsman Snow Thrower. It has been designed, engi-

neered and manufactured to give you the best possible

dependability and performance°

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Cen-

ter/Department. We have competent, well-trained tech-

nicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your snow thrower

properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES°"

MODEL

NUMBER 536884811

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF

PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR

OF THE SNOW THROWER HOUSING.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER

AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP INA SAFE

PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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MAINTENANCE AG REEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears Store for details.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

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HORSE POWER: 5 hp

DISPLACEMENT:

GASOLINE CAPACITY:

Hi, iiu ... H..i

OIL (21 oz. Capacity):

SPARK PLUG :

(GAP .030 in.)

12.04

cu. in.

2 quarts

Unleaded

SAE 10W-30

(5w. 30)

Champion

J8C

VALVE CLEARANCE: Intake: .010 In.

Exhaust: .010 In.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety ruleSo

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your snow thrower.

•Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN

SNOW THROWER

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

and tuned-up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any

defect in material and workmanship.

If this Craftsman Snow Thrower is used for'commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only

90 days from the date of purchase

This warranty does not cover the following:

:_

•Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as spark plugs, tire chains, drive belts

and shear pins.

Repairs necessary because o! 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 THROWER TO

THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER!DEPARTMENT 1NTHE UNITED STATES. THIS WAR-

RANTY 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 CQ Department 731CR-W Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES .....................................................2,3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...........................4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .....................4

WARRANTY ...............................................................4

TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................5

INDEX ...........................................................................5

ASSEMBLY ......................................................................6-9

OPERATION .............................................. 10-t 4

MAINTENANCE ....................................................15-16

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ...............! 7-23

STORAG E ................................................................24

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS .....................25

TROUBLE SHOOTING .....................................26

REPAIR PARTS (SNOW THROWER) .....28-36

REPAIR PARTS (ENGINE) ..............................37-40

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .......Back Cover

A

Adjustment:

Auger Drive Belt ..................................18, 19

Belts ...............................................................18-20

Belt Guide ................................................................20

Cables ......................................................................18

Carburetor .....................................................23

Friction Wheel ............................................20

Scraper Bar ...................................................17

Spark Plug ......................................................23

Track ...............................................................22

Track and Auger Drive Belts ...............I8

Assembly:

Crank Assembly ..................................8

Shifter Lever ...............................................9

Skid Height Adjustment ...................7, 17

Unpacking .........................................................7

B

Belts:

Adjust Belts ..................................................18

Belt Guide Adjustment .................... 20

Belt Maintenance ...................................t5

Replace Belts ..................................tg, 20

C

Cables,Clutch ................................................7, 9

Carburetor: .................................................23, 24

Chain .......................................................................15

Choke ................................................I O, 11, 13

Clutch, Levers ...........................................1O, t 1

Controls:

Engine ................................................10, 11, 13

Snow Thrower ...................10, t!, 12, 14

Crank:

Adjusting Rod ..................................8, 17

Assembly .......................................................8

Operation ..........................................................t 1

Oustomer Responsibilities ..........................4

D

Drive, Auger ....................................................11

Drive, Track ..............................................11

Deflector, Snow Chute ................................11

E

Engine:

Control .............................................t0, 1I, 13

Oil Cap ...........................................................! 2, 16

Oil Change .........................................................16

Oi! Level .................................................12, 16

Oil Type ..........................................4, 12, 16

Speed Governor .......................................23

Starting the Engine ................................I3

Storage ..........................................................24

INDEX

F

Fuel, Type .......................................................4, 12

Fuel, Storage .....................................................I2, 24

Friction Wheel:

Adjustment ....................................................20

Replacement ...................................................21

G

Gears:

Auger Gear Box ............................15, 16

Hex Shaft .....................................................t5, 16

H

Handle, Upper and Lower ..........................7

Height Adjust Skids ......................................7, 17

Hex Shaft .....................................................15, 16

I

Ignition, Key .................................!0, 11, t3

index ..................................................................5

L

Levers:

Auger Drive Clutch ........................10, 11

Choke .........................................10, tl, 13

Shifter .....................................................9, 11

Throttle Control ...........................10, 11, t3

Traction Drive Olutch ....................10, 11

Lubrication:

Auger Gear Box ....................................16

Auger Shaft .......................................................15

Chain and Sprockets ...............................15

Chart ............................................................25

Engine ...................................................12, 16

Hex Shaft and Gears ...........................15, 16

Weight Transfer System ........................15

M

Maintenance:

Agreement .......................................................4

Auger Gear Box ..................................................16

Auger Shaft .....................................................15

Chain and Sprockets ...............................t5

Engine .................................................................t6

General Recommendations .............i5

Hex Shaft and Gears ...............................15

Weight Transfer System ..................15

O

Oil;

Engine ............................................4, 12, 16

Extreme Cold Weather ...............12, 16

Storage .................................................24

Type .........................................4, 12, t6

Operation:

Engine Controls .........................10, 11, 13

Operating Snow Thrower,,, 11, 12, 14

Operating Tips .............................................14

Starting the Engine ....................................13

Snow Thrower Controls .......10-12, I4

Weight Transfer System .....................12

P

Pads .........................................................28-40

Primer Button ..................................10, 11, 13

R

Repair/Replacem ent Parts .............28-40

Replacements:

Auger Shear Bolt ................................22

Belts ................................................................19.20

Friclion Wheel ....................................21

S

Safety Rules ..................................................2-3

Service and Adjustments:

Auger Housing Height .........................17

Auger Shear Bolt ..............................22

Belts .....................................................18-20

Belt Guide ...........................................20

Belt Replacements .................. t9, 20

Cable .......................................................18

Crank ..........................................................17

Carburetor ...........................................23

Friction Wheel ......................................20, 21

Scraper Bar ..........................................17

Shear Bolt ..................................................22

Spark Plug ......................................................23

Track ..........................................................22

Service Recommendations ......................25

Spark Plug ..............................................I6, 23

Specifications ...........................................4

Speed Governor ............................... 23

Starting the Engine .............................. 13

Stopping the Engine ..................... 11, 13

Stopping the Snow Thrower ..............11

Shipping Carton .................................6, 7

Skid Height ..................................... 7, 17

Shifter Lever .................................. 9-11

Shear Bolts ...........................................22

Storage ....................................... 24

T

Table of Contents ........................................5

Trouble Shooting Chart .................... 26

Tools for Assembly .....................................6

Track Drive Belt .............................18, 20

Track Adjustment ..................................22

W

Warranty .....................................................4

Weight Transfer System ............. 12, 15

ASSEMBLY

THIS SNOW THROWER IS EQUIPPED WITH "TRAC-PLUS" AND ONLY

MOVES EFFECTIVELY WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING

if your snow thrower must be moved without the aid of the engine, it will be easier' to pullthe snow thrower back-

ward by the handles, rather than pushing.

On start up, the track drive system may be tight and will loosen up as the snow thrower is used. After first use,

check the track for tension and adjust if necessary_ See the Track Adjustment paragraph in the Service and Adjust-

ments section of this manual. Check track adjustment and fasteners regularly.

CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

1 - Snow thrower completely assembled except for

the crank assembly, shifter lever assembly and knob,

and the upper handle, which is in the folded down

position.

1 - Parts Bag Containing:

1-Owner's Manual (Not Shown)

Parts Shown Below:

t - Knife (to cut carton and plastic ties)

2-1/2 inch Wrenches (or adjustable wrenches)

2 - 9/16 inch Wrenches (or adjustable wrenches)

2 - 3/4 inch Wrenches (or adjustabte wrenches)

1 - Pair Pliers (to spread cotter pin)

1 - Screwdriver

PARTS BAG CONTENTS

2 - 3t8 In.Flat Washers 2 - Spare Spacers 1- 3/8 - t6 x 2 inch Hex Head Bolt

2- 1/4 - 20 x 1 - 3/4 In..

Hex Head Bolts

Q

1 - 3/8 In..Hex Nut

1-3/8 tn.,Split Lockwasher

1 - Knob With Threads

2 - Spare 1/4 -20 Locknuts

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Figure i showsthe snowthrowerin the shipping position,,

Figure 2 shows the snow thrower completely assembled,,

Reference to the right and left hand side of the snow

thrower is from the operator's position at the handler

TO REMOVE SNOW THROWER

FROM CARTON (See Fig 1)

e Cut all four corners of the carton from top to bottom

and lay the panels flat..

® Cut the cable ties attached to the auger,,

e Cut and discard the plastic ties that secure the

crank assembly and place the assembly aside,,

® Remove the packing material from the control panelo

e Cut and discard the packing securing the clutch

cables to the handles.

oLoosen (do not remove) both botts securing the

upper and lower handles., Swing the upper handle

into the operating position.

NOTE: Ifthe cables have become disconnected fromthe

clutch levers, reinstall the cables as shown in Figure 3.

® Tighten both bolts securely..

e Roll the snow thrower off the skid by pulling on the

handle.,

NOTE: This snow thrower is equipped with a track drive

and can be hard to push when the engine is not running

It is easier to pull the snow thrower backward if it must be

moved without the engine running

The drive system may be tight when you first use your

snow thrower tt loosens up as you use it

HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW

THROWER

TO SET THE SKID HEIGHT

®To adjust the skids height for different conditions,

see To Adjust Skids Height paragraph on page 17,,

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CAUTION: IF YOU ARE REMOVING

SNOW FROM ANY ROCKY OR UNEVEN

SURFACES, RAISE THE FRONT OF THE

SNOW THROWER BY MOVING THE

SKIDS DOWN, THIS WILL HELP TO PREVENT

ROCKS AND OTHER DEBRIS FROM BEING

PICKED UP AND THROWN BY THE AUGER.

ASS LY

CONTROL

LOWER HANDLE PANEL

CRANK

ASSEMBLY CLUTCH

CABLE

FIG. 1

HANDLE

ASSEMBLY

FIG. 2

DRIVE

"Z" FITTING LEVER

._"I'HI'H III ,III

FIG. 3

7

EMo ,Y

TO INSTALL THE UPPER HANDLE AND

CRANK ASSEMBLY

o

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On the rightside of the handle, install and secure the

following parts (found in parts bag) in the lower

handle hole as shown in figure 4A:

1 - 3/8" x 2" bolt

2- 3/8" flat washers & 1 -3/8" split lockwasher

1 ° 3/8" nut

Remove the 3/8" nylon Iocknut and flatwasher from

tl_e "eye" bolt assembly (on the chute crank assem-

bly) and adjust the remaining 3/8" nut and flatwasher

on the "eye" bolt about half way up the thread..

Install "eye" bolt through lower hole on the left hand

side of the handle.

Install the 3/8" flatwasher and the 3/8" nylon locknut

loosely on the "eye" bolt, as shown°

Remove the plastic cap, the cotter pin and the washer

from the wormed end of the crank assembly and set

aside (See Fig. 5).

• Rotate the notched section of the discharge chute

toward the crank-adjusting rod_

• Install the wormed end of the crank through the hole

in the adjusting rod and secure the end with the flat

washer and cotter pin, as shown in Fig. 5o

• Bendtheendsofthecotterpinaroundtherod andre-

install the plastic cap°

• Tighten the eye bolt installed earlier, keep eye in line

with the rod while tightening the inside nut securely,

• Tighten the outside 3/8" jam nut up against the other

3/8" jam nut (See Fig.. 4B).

• Rotate the chute crank fully c!ockwise and fully

counter-clockwise. The discharge chute should ro-

tate fully to the outer diameter of the worm and should

clear' approximately 1/8" (see Fig. 5), If the chute

crank needs to be adjusted, go to the Service and Ad-

justments section on page 17.

NOTE: Be sure the crank does not touch the side of the

engine or' the cover will be scratched.

PJGHT HANDLE

ADJUST NUTS TO MOVE

LEFT HANDLE EYE BOLT IN OR OUT

EYE BOLT

TIGHTEN _/8" JAM

NUT UP AGAINST

OTHER 3/_," JAM NUT

FIG. 4B

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PLASTIC _ NOTCHED SECTION

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CAP COTTER

INCH CLEARANC

FLATWASHER

1/2 INCH

CRANK ADJUSTING ROD WORM

FIG. 5

AS LY

INSTALL THE SHIFTER LEVERTO

® Stand the snow thrower up on the frontof the auger

housing, as shown in Figure 6.

o Cut the plastic tie which holds the shifter lever as-

sembly to the shift bracket°

•Remove the Iocknut, washer, spring and the bolt..

Reposition the shifter lever into the slot in the control

panel, as shown in Figure 6 and reinstall the bolt,

spring washer and the Iocknut.

® Tighten the Iocknut until1/8" to 3/16" (2or 3threads)

of the bolt protrude past the Iocknuto

• Thread the shifter lever knob onto the threaded end

of the shifter lever until it is tight.

•Move the shifter lever through all the speeds to en-

sure proper tension of the spring. If the shifter Iever

sticks in any of the notches, loosen the Iocknu[ 1/4

turn at a time until the shifter lever moves freely..

TO CHECK/ADJUST CLUTCH

CONTROL CABLES

The control cables attached to the auger clutch lever and

traction clutch lever may need to be adjusted before you

use your snow thrower.

For instructions on checking or adjusting the clutch

control cables, see To Adjust The Clutch Control Cables

paragraph on page 18. FIG. 6

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER ......................................

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW

TH ROWER, 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

TRAC'fION DRIVE

LEVER

CHUTE DEFLECTOR

SPEED SHIFTER

LEVER

CRANK

ASSEMBLY

DISCHARGE

CHUTE

WEIGHT

TRANSFER

IGNITION

KEY

BUTTON

CHOKE CONTROL

THROTTLE CONTROL

RECOIL

STARTER

HANDLE

FIG. 7

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SEARS TRAC-PLUS SNOW THROWERS conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards

Institute.

AUGER DRIVE LEVER: Starts and stops the auge'r"and"

impeller (snow gathering and throwing)=

TRACTION DRIVE LEVER - Propels the snow thrower'

forward and in reverse.

SPEED SHIFTER LEVER - Selects the speed of the

snow thrower (6 speeds forward and 2 speeds reverse).

CRANK ASSEMBLY *Changes the direction of snow

throwing through the discharge chute.

CHUTE DEFLECTOR - Changes the distance the snow

is thrown°

DISCHARGE CHUTE - Changes the direction the snow

is thrown.

WEIGHT TRANSFER PEDAL - Engage for heavy snow

conditions, to keep the snow thrower from climbing drifts

and hard-packed snow.. When released, it eases trans-

port of the snow thrower°

HEIGHT ADJUST SKIDS - Adjusts the ground clear-

ance of the auger housing.

IGNITION KEY - Must be inserted to start the engine.

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Starts the engine manu-

allyo

CHOKE CONTROL - Used to start a cold engine.

PRIMER BUTTON - Injects fuel directly into the carbu-

retor manifold for fast starts in cold weather_.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Controls the engine speed..

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OP RATIO

The operation of any snow th rower can result in foreign objects being thrown int0 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 Wide Vision Safety Mask for over your

glasses available at SEARS Retail or Catalog Stores,.

HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW

THROWER

TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE

eTurn the crank assembly to set the direction of the

snow throwing,.

o Loosen the wing knob on the chute deflector and

move the deflector to set the distance.. Move the

deflector UP for more distance, DOWN for less

distance.. Then tighten the wing knob (See Fig, 8).

TO STOP YOUR SNOW THROWER

•To stop throwing snow, release the auger drive

lever (See Fig.. 10).

oTo stop the track, release the traction drive lever,

o To stop the engine, push the throttle control lever to

"STOP" and pull out the ignition key (See Fig. 9),.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

IMPORTANT:

eTo shift, release the traction drive lever and move

the speed shifter lever to the speed you desire.

Ground speed is determined by snow conditions.

Select the speed you desire by moving the speed

shifter lever intothe appropriate colored area on the

control panel

Red - Wet, Heavy, Slushy, Extra Deep

Amber- Moderate

White - Very Light

Green - Transport only

® Engage the traction drive lever (See Fig 10, 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,.

e To move the snow thrower backward, move the

speed shifter lever into first or second reverse and

engage the traction drive lever (left hand).

DO NOT MOVETHE SPEED SHIFTER

LEVER WHILE THE TRACTION

LEVER iS DOWN.

TO THROW SNOW

Push down the auger drive lever (See Fig. 10,

right hand)..

Release to stop throwing snow.

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WING KNOB

FIG. 8

PRIMER BUTTON

IGNITION

KEY

CHOKE' RECOIL

CONTROl[. STARTER

THROTTLE HANDLE

CONTROL

FIG, 9

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TRACTIONDRIVE AUGERDRIVE

LEVER LEVER OFF

....... \ /RIGHT

HAND HAND

FIG. 10

CAUTION: READ OWNER'S MANUAL

BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE,

NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE TOWARD

BYSTANDERS. STOP THE ENGINE BE*

FORE UNCLOGGING DISCHARGE

CHUTE OR AUGER HOUSING AND

BEFORE LEAVING THE MACHINE,

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................OPERATION ....................

TO USE WEIGHT TRANSFER SYSTEM

In hard packed or heavy snow conditions, conventional

snow throwers tend to rideup and leave uneven mounds

of snow behind. For these conditions, your new tracked

snow thrower has a unique weight transfer system (See

Fig. 11) designed to minimize ride-up.

Stepping on the weight transfer pedal shins more weight

to the auger housing° This weight transfer keeps the

snow thrower in contact with the ground and reduces

ride-up,

In lighter snow conditions or when transporting, you

should release the weight transfer system for easier

steering.

• To use the weight transfer, hold the upper handle

firmly and push down on the weight transfer pedal

(See Fig. t 1) with the ball of your foot°

• To release, pull up on the weight transfer pedalwith

the top of your foot.

NOTE: The weight transfer system will not work if the

auger housing height adjust skids are adjusted to the

highest position°

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

FILL/ADD OIL:

The engine on this snow thrower was shipped without

oil Add oil before you start the engine. Remove the oil

fill cap/dipstick and fill the crank case to FULL line on

dipstick (about 2t ounces) (See Fig_ 12) with S.A,E

10 W-30 motor oil (or equivalent)., Do not overfill. Tighten

the fill capldipstick securely each time you check the oil

level

NOTE: SA.E 5W-30 motor oil may be used to make

starting easier in areas where temperature is consis-

tently 20 ° F. or lower,

FILL GAS:

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation

of acids during storage_ Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine while in storage.

To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be

emptied before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the

gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use the carburetor bowl drain

to empty residual gasoline from the float chamber'

(Figure 39). Use fresh fuel next season_ (See Storage

instructions on page 24 for additional information)

Fill the fue! tank with clean, fresh, unleaded grade auto-

motive gasoline. Be sure that the container you pourthe

gasoline from is clear] and free from rustor other foreign

particles., Never use gasoline that may be stale from long

periods of storage in the container.

OFF

ON

FIG,11

OIL FILL CAPtDIPS3"tCK

NOTE: OIL LEVEL

MUST BE BETWEEN

FULL AND ADD MARK

FIG,12

Never use engine or' carburetor cleaner products inthe

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur,

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CAUTION: GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE

AND CAUTION MUST BE USED WHEN

HANDLING OR STORING IT.

DO NOT FILL FUEL TANK WHILE SNOW

'THROWER IS RUNNING,WHEN IT IS HOT, OR

WHEN SNOW THROWER IS IN AN ENCLOSED

AREA.

KEEP AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME OR AN ELEC-

TRICAL SPARK AND DO NOT SMOKE WHILE

FILLING THE FUEL 'TANK.

NEVER FILL THE TANK COMPLETELY. FILL

THETANK TO WITHIN 1/4"- 112" FROMTHE TOP

TO PROVIDE SPACE FOR EXPANSION OF FUEL.

ALWAYS FILL FUEL TANK OUTDOORS AND

USE A FUNNEL OR SPOUT TO PREVENT SPILL-

ING,

MAKE SURE TO WIPE UP ANY SPILLED FUEL

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE.

STORE GASOLINE IN A CLEAN, APPROVED

CONTAINER AND KEEP THE CAP IN PLACE ON

THE CONTAINER.

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OP

CAUTION: NEVER RUN ENGINE IN-

DOORS OR IN ENCLOSED, POORLY

VENTILATED AREAS. ENGINE EX-

HAUST CONTAINS CARBON MON-

OXIDE, AN ODORLESS AND DEADLY GAS.

KEEP HANDS, FEET, HAIR AND LOOSE CLOTH-

ING AWAY FROM ANY MOVING PARTS ON

ENGINE AND SNOW THROWER.

WARNING: TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND

NEARBY AREAS MAY EXCEED 150 ° F. AVOID

THESE AREAS.

DO NOT ALLOW CHtL DREN OR YOUNG TEEN-

AGERS TO OPERATE OR BE NEAR SNOW

THROWER WHILE IT IS OPERATING.

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iGNITION

KEY

CHOKE

CONTROL

TO STOP ENGINE

eTo 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

Be sure that the engine has sufficient oil. Before starting

the engine, be certain that you have read the following

information:

COLD START (See Fig. 13)

e Be sure the auger and the traction drive levers are

in the disengaged "RELEASED" position,.

e Move the throttle controt up to "FAST" position_

® Remove the keys from the plastic bag. Insert one

key into the ignition slot,.Be sure it snaps intoplace..

DO NOT TURN KEY. Keep the second key in a

safe place..

e Rotate choke control to "FULL" choke position.,

• Press the primer button two or three times, while

keeping your finger over the vent hole on the primer

button.. Additional priming may be necessary for the

first start if the temperature is below 15° F_

ePull 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.

THROTTLE CONTROL

FIG.13

RECOIL

STARTER

HANDLE

WARM START

If restarling a warm engine after a short shutdown, rotate

choke to "OFF" instead of "FULL" and do not push the

primer button°

FROZEN STARTER

If the starter is frozen and will not turn engine:

ePull 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, repeal if continued at-

tempts do not free starter, follow the electric starter pro-

cedures to start.

To help prevent possible freeze-up of recoil starter and

engine controls, proceed as follows after each snow

removal job.

®With the engine running, pull the starter rope hard

with acontinuous 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_

eWith the engine not running, wipe all snow and

moisture fromthe carburetorcover inarea of control

levers.. Also move throttle control, choke control,

and starter handle several times.

• As the engine warms up and begins to operate

evenly, rotate the choke knob slowly to "OFF" posi-

tion., If the engine falters, return to "FULL" choke,

then slowly move to "OFF" choke position_

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

because the engine will not deve!op full power until it

reaches operating temperature.

®Run the engine at or near the top speed when

throwing snow.

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OPERATION

SNOW THROWING TIPS

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For maximum snow thrower efficiency, adjust ground

speed, not throttle° Ifthe track 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.

Most efficient snow blowing is accomplished when

the snow is removed immediately after it falls

For complete snow removal, slightly overlap each

path previously taken.

The snow should be discharged down wind when-

ever possible.

For normal usage, set the skids so that the scraper

bar is 1/8" above the skids. For extremely hard-

packed snow surfaces, adjust the skids upward so

that the scraper bar touches the ground.

On gravelor crushed rock surfaces, set the skids at

1-1/4" below the scraper bar (see To Adjust Skids

Height paragraph on page 17)_ Rocks and gravel

must not be picked up and thrown by tile machine

If the front of the snow thrower has a tendency to

raise, reduce the ground speed and engage the

weight transfer system_

CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RE-

MOVE ANY ITEM THAT MAY BECOME

LODGED IN AUGER WITHOUT TAKING

THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS:

•RELEASE AUGER DRIVE AND TRACTION

DRIVE LEVERS.

• MOVE THROTTLE LEVER TO STOP POSI-

TION.

• 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.

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After the snow blowing job has been completed,

allowthe engine to idlefor a few minutes, which will

melt snow and accumulated ice off the engine.

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e

Clean the snow throwerthoroughly after each use.

Remove ice and snow accumulation and all debris

from the entire snow thrower, and fluslt with water

(if possible) to remove all salt or other chemicals

Wipe snow thrower dr,,,.

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items

that have been subjected to operator abuse or negli-

gence,. To receive full value from the warranty, operator

must maintain snow thrower as instructed in this manual.,

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your snow thrower.,

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each sea-

ANCE

son,,

AFTER FIRST USE

eCheckthe tracksfor tension and adjust if necessary

(See To Adjust Track paragraph on page 22)°

Check the track adjustment and fasteners regularly,,

e Be sure that al_fasteners are tight.

AS REQUIRED

The following adjustments should be performed more

than once each season.,

e Auger and Track Drive Belts should be adjusted after

the first 2 to 4 hours of use and again about mid-

season and twice each season thereafter, See To

Adjust Belts paragraph on page 18,

e Alt screws and nuts should be checked often to make

sure they are tight, preferably after each use.,

SNOW THROWER

LUBRICATION - EVERY TEN HOURS

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Chains and Sprockets -Oil chains and sprockets

(See Fig. 14)with 10W-30 oil (or equivalent) after 10

hours use and at the end of each season,.

Weight Transfer System -Coat weight transfer plate

(See Fig,, 15) with clinging type grease, such as

lubriptate, every ten (10) hours and before storage_

Auger Shaft - Using a hand grease gun, lubricate the

auger shaft zerk fittings (See A, Fig 16) every ten

(10) operating hours,, Each time a shear bolt is

replaced (see To Replace Auger Shear Bolt para-

graph onpage 22), the auger shaft MUST be greased..

For storage or when replacing shear bolts, remove

shear bolts and lubricate auger shaft zerks,, Rotate

augers several times on the shaft and reinstall the

shear bolts.

LUBRICATION - NOT REQUIRED

•Hex Shaft and Gears - Hex shaft and gears require

no lubrication. Allbearings and bushings are lifetime

lubricated and require no maintenance (See Fig 17).

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FIG .14

WEIGHT

TRANSFER

,.J PIVOT

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FIG. 15

FIG.16

PLATE

15

FIG,17

MAIN IENANCE

NOTE: Any greasing or oiling of the above components

can cause contamination of the friction wheel Ifthe disc

drive plate or friction wheel come in contact with grease

or oil, damage to the friction wheel will resulL

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 gears should be

wiped with 10W-30 motor oit to prevent rusting (See Fig..

t7)_

Auger Gear Box -The auger gear box has been

factory lubricated for life. Iffor some reason lubricant

should leak out, have augergear case checked by a

competent repairman.

ENGINE

LUBRICA'I'ION

Check the crankcase oil level (See Fig. 18) before

starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of con-

tinuous use., Add S,,A_E.! 0W-30 motor oil or' equivalenL

Tighten fill cap/dipstick securely each time you checkthe

oil level. S..A.E. 5W-30 motor oil may be used to make

starting easier in areas where temperature is consis-

tently 20°F_or lower_

Change the oil after first two hours of operation and every

25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the snow

thrower is not used fo_ 25 hours. (See Fig. 19)._

• Position snow thrower so that the oil drain plug is

lowest point on the engine,. Remove oil drain plug

and oil fill cap/dipstick. Drain oil into a suitable

container.. Oil wil! drain more freely when warm.

Replace oil drain plug and tighten securely_ Refill

crankcase with S..AE. 10W-30 motoroil (or equiva-

lent). S.AE, 5W-30 motor oil may be used to make

starting easier in areas where temperature is con-

sistently 20° Fo or lower+

__BE BETWEEN

NOTE:OILLEVEL

_f!._ .._ _" FULLAND

ADDMARK

OIL FILLCAP/

DIPSTICK

FIG, 18_

@

FIG. 19

SPARK PLUG

• Make sure that the spark plug is tighte ned securely

into the engine and the spark plug wire is attached

to the spark plug.

• If a torque wrench is available, torque plug to 18 to

23 foot pounds.

• Clean the area around the spark plug base before

removal to prevent dirt from entering the engine.

• Clean the spark plug and reset the gap periodically

16

SCEAN ADJUSTME TS

i

CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE

SPARK PLUG WIRE AND TIE BACK AWAY

FROM THE PLUG BEFORE MAKING ANY

ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS.

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TO ADJUST SKIDS HEIGHT

This snow thrower is equipped with two height adjust-

ment skids, located on the outside of the auger housing

These skids elevate the front of the snow thrower°

For normal hard surfaces, adjust the skids as follows:

eMake sure the snow thrower is on a hard, level

surface and the weight transfer system lever is

released See page 12.

o Place extra shear bolts supplied (found in parts

bag) under each end of the scraper bar near but not

under the skids

@Loosen the skid mounting nuts (See Fig 20) and

push the skids down until they touch the ground.

Retighten the mounting nuts

For rocky or uneven surfaces, raise the front of the snow

thrower by moving the skids down This will help prevent

rocks and other debris from being picked up and thrown

by the auger°

NOTE: tfthe skids are at the maximum height, the weight

transfer system will not work

TO ADJUST SCRAPER BAR

After considerable use, the metal scraper bar wilt have a

definite wear pattern. The scraperbar inconjunction with

the skids should always be adjusted to allow 1/8" be-

tween the scraper bar and the sidewalk or area to be

cleaned.

®

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Position the snow thrower on a level surface

Loosen the carriage bolts and nuts securing the

scraper bar to the auger housing_

Adjust the scraper bar to the proper position

Tighten the carriage bolts and nuts, making su rethat

the scraper bar is parallel with the working surface.

After extended operation, the scraper bar may be re-

versed, if the scraper bar must be replaced due to

wear, remove the carriage bolts and nuts and install

a new scraper bar

SKID MOUNTING NUTS

HEIGHT ADJUST SKID

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FIG. 20

CAUTION: BE CERTAIN TO MAINTAIN

PROPER GROUND 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 DAM-

AGE OR DAMAGE TO THE SNOW

THROWER.

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TO ADJUST CHUTE

CRANK ASSEMBLY

If you cannot rotate the chute crank fully to the left and to

the right, you need to adjust the chute crank (See Fig 21)

eLoosen both 1/2" nuts on the crank adjusting rod

(using 3/4" wrenches)

o Rotate the adjusting rod in or out to allow about t/8"

clearance between the notch in the flange and the

outer diameter of the worm

•Once this clearance is set, tighten the nuts

NOTE: Be sure the crank does not touch the side of the

engine or the cover will be scratched

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FLATWASHER 1

CRANK ADJUSTING ROD

FIG_ 21

WORM

1/2 INCH

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SERVICE AND US rMEN rs

TO ADJusT THE CLU'TCH CONTROL............................................................................................. '"

CABLES

Periodic adjustment of the cables may be required due to

normal stretch and wear on the belts, To check for corr ect

adjustment, the control lever must be in the full forward

position, restingonthe plastic bumper.. The control cables

are correctly adjusted when the center of the "Z" Fitting is

in the center of the hole and ttlere is no droop inthe cable

(See Fig. 22),.

If adjustment is necessary:

•Push the cable through the spring (See Fig. 23) to

expose the threaded portion of the cable.

• Hold the square end of the threaded portion wittl

pliers and adjust the locknut in or out until the excess

slack is removed..

• Pull the cable back through the spring and connect

the cable.,

• Do the same forthe other lever cable

NOTE: Whenever the track drive or auger belts are

adjusted or replaced, the cables wiltneed to be adjusted,

TO ADJ UST BELTS

: .................... .......

TRACTION _"_

DRIVE __ !(_'_'\ CONTROL LEVER

LEVER _ _ MUSTBEINFULL

/1FORWARDPOSI-

/./1 ']'ION (Just Contact-

i_[._.STICBUMPER

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FIG. 22

Belts stretch during normal use., if you need to adjust

the belts due to wear or stretch, proceed as follows:

TRACK DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25)

The track drive belt has constant spring pressure and

does not require adjustment. Check the clutch control

cable adjustment before replacing the bell

Replace the track drive belt if it is still slipping (see To

Replace Belts paragraph on page t9).,

AUGER DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25)

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 dam-

aged. If it is damaged, replace it., See To Replace Bells

paragraph on page 19. If the auger drive belt is loose,

adjust as follows:

•Disconnect the spark plug wi{e.

•Remove the belt cover,.

• Loosen the nut on the idler pulley (See Fig. 24) and

move the pulley toward the belt about 1t8".

• Tighten the nut..

• Press the augerdrivetever_ Checkthetensiononthe

belt (opposite idler pulley). The belt should deflect

about 1/2" with moderate pressure (See Fig,. 24)_

NOTE: You may have to move the idler pulley more than

once to obtain the correct tension.

•Replace the belt cover.

•Check the clutch control cable adjustment.

•Reconnect the spark plug wire.. 18

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TRACTION

AUGER

DRIVE

SPRING

END

LOCKNUT

FIG. 23

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\:_IMPELLER

_PULLEY

FIG. 24

TRACK DRIVE BELT

_/TRACK DRIVE

;..:_ . PULLEY

._',___/B ELT GUIDE

AUGER DRIVE BELT_ Left Hand)

AUGER DRIVE

(Right Hand) __ _ PULLEY

TRACK DRIVE

AUGERpULLEyIDLER__ IDLER PULLEY

BRAKE ASSEMBLY-""

FIG. 25

..........................SERVICE

TO REPLACE BELTS

The drive belts on this snow thrower are of special con-

struction and should be replaced with original equipment

belts available from your nearest SEARS Store or Serv-

ice Center°

You will need the assistance of a second person while

replacing the belts,,

Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank by removing the fu el

line. Drain the gas and reinstall fuel line,,

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DOORS, AWAY FROM FIRE OR FLAME I

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AUGER DRIVE BELT

if your snow thrower will not discharge snow, and the

auger drive belt is damaged, replace it as follows:

• Disconnect the spark plug wire°

eRemove the belt cover (See Fig. 26)

® Loosen the belt guides (See Fig, 28) and pull

away from the drive pulley°

o Loosen the auger idler pulley (See Fig. 28) and

slip the belt out,

eEngage the auger drive lever,, This will pull the

brake assembly (See Fig, 27) away from the

pulley and allow the belt to be slipped out.

e Remove the belt from the auger drive engine

pulley°

e Install the original equipment replacement belt in

reverse order of removal,

•Release the auger drive lever,,

® Place the drive belt onto the auger drive pulley.

• Adjust the drive belt (see To _djust Auger Drive

Belt paragraph on page t8),,

o Adjust the belt guides (see To Adjust The Belt

Guides paragraph on page 20).,

® Reinstall the belt cover_

®Check clutch control cable adjustment (see page

18),,

eReconnect the spark plug wire,

ADJUSTIVIE TS

BELT COVER /

FIG, 26

1/4 X I12 INCH SELF

TAPPING SCREW

TRACTION DRIVE BELT

TRACK DRIVE

IMPELLER PULLEY

DRIVE GUIDE

BELT_ (Left Hand)

AUGER DRIVE

BELT GUIDE PULLEY

(Right

AUGERIDLER

PULLEY

TRACK DRIVE

IDLER PULLEY

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMEN

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TRACK DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST THE FRICTION WHEEL

If your snow thrower will not move forward, check the

track drive belt for wear. If the track drive belt needs to

be replaced, proceed as follows:

•Disconnect the spark plug wire.

•Remove the belt cover,

• Loosen the left handbelt guide (See Fig 27) mount-

ing screw and move the belt guide away from the

bell

if the snow thrower will not move forward, you need to

check the track drive belt, the traction drive cable or the

friction wheel it the friction wheel is damaged, it will need

to be replaced_ See the To Replace Friction Wheel para-

graph on page 21. If the friction wheel is not worn, check

the adjustment, as foItows:

•Disconnect the spark plug wire_

• Drain the gasoline from the_]as tank.

• Pull the track drive idler pulley (See Fig. 27) back

and slip the belt past the idler pulley

• Remove the belt from the engine pulley.

• Remove the belt between the two large pulleys

•Install the new original equipment replacement belt

in reverse order of removal.

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Adjust the left hand belt guide and tighten the

mounting screw (see To Adjust The Belt Guides

paragraph below).

Reinstall the belt cover.

Reconnect the spark ptug wire_

TO ADJUST THE BELT GUIDES

There are two belt guides onyour snow thrower, a left and

right After you replace a track or auger drive belt, you

need to adjust one or both of the belt guides° Proceed as

follows for each belt:

•Disconnect the spark plug wire.

•Remove the belt cover (See Fig 26)

• Engage the auger drive clutch lever,

• Measure the distance between the belt guides and

the belt (See Fig 28)° The distance should be 3/32"

for each guide.

•If adjustment is necessary, loosen the belt guide

mounting bolts. Move the belt guides to the correct

position Tighten the mounting bolts

Reinstall the belt cover.

o

oReconnect the spark plug wire

REM -_BI_.__I |_.BOLT

PANEL

LOOSEN BOLT,.._ LOOSEN BOLT

TRACK CONNECTING ROD

•Stand snow thrower on the auger housing end.

•Remove the bottom panel (See Fig, 29).

oPosition the shifter lever in first (1) gear.

oNote the position of the friction wheel on the disc

drive plate The right side of the friction wheel should

be 3-3/8" fromthe left outer side of the discddve plate

(See Fig. 30)

If adjustment is necessary:

•Loosen the jam nut "A" on the speed select rod Re-

move the ball joint from the shifter bracket Lengthen

or shorten the rod by turning the adaptor to obtain the

correct friction wheel position (See Fig. 31)

• Reinstall the ball joint and tighten the jam nut.

•Reinstall the bottom panel

FRICTION

WHEEL

3-3/8

INCH

DRIVE

PLATE

FIG. 30

SPEEDSELECTROD

-JAM NUT

IFTER

BRACKET

ADAPTOR,

BALL

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FIG. 29 FIG. 31

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SERVICE AN

TO REPLACE FRICTION WHEEL

If the snowthrower will not move forward, and the friction

wheel is worn or damaged, you need to replace it, as

follows:

e Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank by removing

the fuel lineoDrain the fuel and reinstall the fuel line,.

eDisconnect the spark plug wire,

®Stand the snow thrower up on the auger housing

end (See Fig., 32).,

eRemove the bottom panel (See Fig. 29).

eDisconnect the right side track connecting rod,,

ADJUST

LOCKWASHER,

NUT

HEX SHAFT

E TS

FRICTION WHEEL

.T

HUB

BOLT

®Rotate the right side track until it is parallel to the

ground (See Fig 33),,

•Remove the three (3) fasteners securing the friction

wheel to the hub (See Fig. 32).

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CAUTION: DRAINGASOLINEOUTDOORS

AWAY FROM FIRE OR FLAME.

o Move the shifter lever into first (1) gear.

•Loosen the four No_, 10 keps nuts securing the

bearing plate (See Fig..33), Do not remove the nuts.,

NOTE: Reassembly will be easier if you place a piece of

tape over each of the carriage bolt heads on the inside of

the motor mount before you remove the nuts,_

e Move the speed select lever into sixth (6) gear.,

eRemove the four No,, 10 keps nuts_

® Remove the bearing plate,

® Slide the hex shaft to the right until the friction wheel

can be removed.

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Install the new friction wheel loosely on the hex

shaft,

Reinstall the removed parts in reverse order of re-

moval

HEX SHAFT

(UNIT STANDING ON

AUGER HOUSING END)

FIG. 33

HUB

NOo 10

NUTS

PLATE

AUGER

HOUSING

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_SERVICEAND ADJUSTMENrS

TO REPLACE AUGER SHEAR BOLT

The augers are secured to the auger shaft with special

bolts (See Fig. 34) that are designed to break (to protect

the machine) if an object becomes lodged in the auger

housing° Use of a harder bolt wil! destroy the protection

provided by the shear bolt.

IMPORTANT: TO iNSURE SAFETY AND

PERFORMANCE LEVELS, ONLY

ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT SHEAR

BOLTS SHOULD BE USED.. WHEN

REPLACING SHEAR BOLTS, BE SU RE

TO REPLACE SHEAR BOLT

SPACERS.

To replace a broken shear bolt, proceed as follows:

• Move the throttle to STOP and turn off all controls..

•Disconnect the spark plug wire. Be sure alt moving

parts have stopped.

• Lubricate the auger shaft zerk fitting (see the Main-

tenance section, pages !5-16).

oAlign the hole in the auger with the hole in the auger

shafL Install the new shear bolt and shear bolt

spacer provided.

•Reconnect the spark plug wire.

TO ADJUST TRACK

Ifthe snowthrower does not moveforward evenly and the

track slips slightly, you need to check the track, as

follows:

• Measure the distance between the top of the side

plate and the inside of the track.. The distance

should not be more than two (2) inches..

If the distance is greater, you need to adjust the track, as

follows:

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Loosen the bolts (A) (See Fig.,35) on both sides of

the track assembly

Turn the cam washers equally on both sides°

Adjust the track to reduce slack, so that the distance

between the top of the side plate and the inside of

the track is not greater than two (2) inches. Be sure

the cam washers are adjusted evenly or the track

will be twisted (See Fig. 36). If the track becomes

twisted, readjust the cam washers to the correct ad-

justmenL

FIG. 34

TRACK DISTANCE SHOULDNOT BE

GREATER THAN 2INCHES

FIG. 35

(A) CAM

WASHER

..............................._0UT OF ADJUSTMENT ..........

_r

-t----CORREC I

FRONT VIEW

FIG. 36

22

SRVICE

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

AN

The carburetor (See Fig. 37) has been pre-set at the

factory and readjustment should not be necessary..

However, if the carburetor does need to be adjusted,

proceed as follows:

® Close the high speed adjusting screw by hand..

®Do not overtighteno

o Then open it 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 turns°

® Close the id)e adjusting screw by hand, Do not

overtighten.

o Then open it 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 turns_

® Start the engine and let it warm up,

oSet the throttle control to FAST. Adjust the high

speed adjusting screw in until the engine speed or

sound alters° Adjust the screw out until the engine

speed sound alters. Note the difference between

the two limits and set the screw in the middle of the

ADJUST

range..

e Set the throttle control to SLOW,. Adjust the idle

adjusting screw in until the engine speed drops,

then adjust the screw out until the engine speed

drops. Note the difference between the two limits

and set the screw in the middle of the range..

®If the engine tends to stall under load or not accel-

erate from low speed to high speed properly, adjust

the high speed screw out in 1/8 turn increments until

the problem is resolved°

® Let the engine run undisturbed for 30 seconds

between each setting to allow the engine to react to

the previous adjustments.

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHlCH IS FACTORY

SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED.

OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE

ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED

SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS.

IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE

GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS

ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOU R

NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER,

WHICH HAS THE PROPER

EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO

MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS,.

TO ADJUST OR REPLACE

THE SPARK PLUG

If you have difficulty starting you r snowthrower, you may

need to adjust or replace the spark plug. Follow the

instructions below.

Replace the spark plug it electrodes are pitted or burned

or if the porcelain is cracked 23

ETS

_IDLE ADJUSTING SCREW

_:j- (Close finger tight only)

(Close finger tight only)

i i Hl=,,Hll ,l= ,

FIG. 37

TO ADJUST:

eClean the spark plug by carefully scraping elec-

trodes (do not sand blast or use a wire brush)_

o Be sure the spark plug is clean and free of foreign

matedaL Check electrodes gap (See Fig. 38) with a

wire feeler gauge and reset the gap to 030 inch if

necessary_

.030 GAP

FIG. 38

TO REPLACE:

eIf you need a new spark plug, use only the proper

replacement spark plug.

eSet the gap to _030(See Fig 38).

o Before installing the spark plug, coat its threads

lightly with graphite grease to insure easy removal

•Tighten the plug firmly into the engine,

•Ifa torque wrench is available, to rque the plug to 18

to 23 ft - Ibs

ii ii. E

......................CAUT'iON:NEVE"STORETHEENGINE

WITH FUEL IN THE TANK INDOORS OR

IN AN ENCLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED

AREAWHERE FUEL FUMES MAY REACH

AN OPEN FLAME, SPARK OR PILOT

LIGHT AS ON A FURNACE,. WATER

ttEATER, CLOTHES DRYER, ETC,.

NOTE: Immediately prepare your snow thrower forstor-

age at the end of the season or'if the unit will not be used

for 30 days or more,.

SNOW THROWER

BOWL DRAIN

• Thoroughly clean the snow thrower'.

• Lubricate all lubrication points (see the Mainte-

nance section, pages 15 -16).

•Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened. Inspect all visible moving parts for dam-

age, breakage and wear° Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightlybefore painting,

• Cover the bare metal parts of the blower housing

auger and the impeller with r_Jstpreventative, such

as sprayable lubricant.

NOTE: A yearly checkup o rtuneup by a SEARS Service

Center is a good way to insure that your snow thrower will

provide maximum performance for the next season.,

ENGINE

IMPORTANT: ITIS IMPORTANTTO PREVENTGUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN

ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS

SUCH AS THE CARBURETOR, FUEL

FILTER, FUEL HOSE OR TANK

DURING STORAGE.. ALSO,

EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT

ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS

(CALLED GASOHOL OR USING

ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN

ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH

LEADS TO SEPARATION AND

FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN

DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OFAN

ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank by removing

the fuel line. Drain the fuel and reinstall the fuel lined

FIG. 39

• Start the engine and run at SLOW (idle) speed until

the engine stops from lack of fueL

• Drain the carburetor by pressing upward on the

bowl drain (See Fig_39), located below the carbure-

tor cover_

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

able alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum

deposits dudng storage Add stabilizer to gasoline infuel

tank or storage container, Always follow the mix ratio

found on stabilizer container_ Run engine at least 10

minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer' to

reach the carburetor,.Do not drain the gas tank and car-

buretor if using fuel stabilizer_

Remove the spark plug and squirt one (1) ounce of

engine oil into the cylinder. Pult the recoil starter

rope slowly, allowing the piston to coat the internal

engine parts.. Install an old spark plug. This

prevents fouling a new plug with the preservative

used to lubricate the internal parts of the engine_

Close the choke and plug the muffler opening°

OTHER

• If possibJe, store your snow thrower indoors and

cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

• Ifthe machine mustbe storedoutdoors, block upthe

snow thrower to be sure the entire machine isoff the

ground.

• Cover the snow thrower with a suitable protective

cover that does not retain moisture, Do not use

plastic.,

"'i _ C_'_T'ioN: DRAIN FUEL iNTO i...... ............ .........

Ii APPROVEDCONTAINEROUTDOOBS,I

, ! AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME. ............. i

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER SNOW THROWER

WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST

AREAS ARE STILL WARM

24

SERVICE COIVl NDATiO S

SERVICE RECORDS SCHEDULE

Fill in dates as you com-

plete regular service

ii i

After Before Often Every Every

First 2 Each 10 25 Each Before

hours Use Hours Hours Season Storage

SERVICE

DATES

Check Engine Oil Leve!

Change Engine Oil

33gfiten All Sc'rews and Nuts ...................

....Check Traction Cfutch Cable

Adjustment (See Cable AdjusLrnent)

Replace Sp_ Plug

A_djustDrive" Belts=

Lubricate All Pivot Points

Lubricate Auger Shaft (See Shear Bolt

Replacement)

"=Lubricatesprockets and Chains

Sparingly (Track Assembly)

Drain Fuel

CheckAugerCiuto.Cabie

Adjustment (See Cable Adjustment)

Ii

v"

i III,ILILll

..... ..... J

............. i == =.

....= , i_

ii

LUBRICATION CHART

Lubricate Auger Shaft. Coat

with a clinging type grease

such as lubriplate.

25

Oil chains and

sprockets with

10W-30 oil.

TROUBLE SHOOTING POINTS

TROUBLE

Difficult'starting

CAUSE

Defective spark plug

Water or dirt in fuel system

' 'B'lockedfu':i'"ii'.'eoriowonfuel

Engine tuns erratic

iii

Engine stalls

Engine runs erratic;

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

Unit falls to propel

itself

Unit fails to

discharge snow

,,,,,,,,, , ..........

Unit running on CHOKE

Water or dirt in fuel system

Carburetor out of adjustment

Loose parts;damaged impeller

Drive belt loose or damaged

Incorrect adjustment of traction

drive cable

Worn or damaged friction wheel

Auger drive belt loose or damaged

Auger control cable not adjusted

CORRECTION

Replace defective plug.

Use carburetor bow] drain to flush and refill with fresh

fuel.

Clean fuel line; check fuel supply; add fresh

gasoline (Gasolinetoil mixture if 2 cycle #ngine.),

Set choke lever to RUN positio_

Use carburetor bowl drainto flush and refill withfresh

fuel

Adjust carburetor,

Step engine immediately and discont_ect spark plug wire

Tighten all bolts and make all necessary repairs If vibration

continues, have the unit serviced by a competent repairman

Replace drive belt.

Adjust traction drive cable.

Replace friction wheel.

Adjust auger drive belt; replace if damaged

Adjust auger control cable..

correctly

Shear boil broken

Discharge chute clogged

Replace shear bolt

Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire..

Clean discharge chute and inside of auger housing

Unit rides up

Foreign object lodgedin auger

Weight transfer disengaged

Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire.

Remove object from auger

Engage weight transfer pedal

26

I NOTES

27

CRAFTSMAN 23" SNOW THROWER 536.884811

Handle Assembly Repair Parts

60 3 1 3 59

1

_--4

39

-40

62

41

28 57

11

29-

30

.10

63

_132 33

64

52

22

16

19

17

18

18

17

24 26

17

16

7

17

45 51,

21

43

28

48

49

46 47

5O

47 46

CRAFTSMAN 23" SNOW THROWER 536.884811

REF.

NO,

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

t0

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

2O

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

32

PART NO.

3535

309344

3538

4049

308012

70990

309059

308037

6300

71059

71034

306523

310421

308901

310391

71042

71060

50782

6352

50786

71072

71O38

1668

1449

73801

73812

t579

7288

71062

71044

7289

71045

PART NAME

5/16 InoCap Nut

Adapter, Boot to Handle

Pivot Pin

Bumper

Upper Handle

5/16-18 x 1-3/4 Inr Screw

Bracket, Chute Rotate Stop

Shift Lever

Decal, Gear Selector

1/4 In, Lockwasher

1/4..20 Hex Nut

Control Panel

Support Control Panel Ass'y

Taptite Screw, 10-24 x 5/8 lno

1/4-20 x 2 InoCarriage Bolt

5/16-24 Hex Nut

5/16 In. Lockwasher

Ball Joint

Adapter, Speed Control Rod

Spring

t3/32 In., Flatwasher

5/16-18 Hex Nut

Speed Control Rod

Lever, Speed Control

5/32 x 7/8 In..Spring Pin

1/2 in.. Flatwasher

Clutch Cabie

3/8-16 x 3 In. Screw

3/8 In. Lockwasher

3/8-16 Hex Nut

Plastic Stop

3/8-16 Jam Nut

REF.

NO.

33

34

35

36

3'7

38

39

40

41

42

43

44

45

46

47

48

49

5O

5!

52

53

54

55

56

57

58

59

60

61

62

63

64

PART NO.

71457

70984

308011

1672

1673

71035

304872

307399

17

148

71082

104

7O55

7058

7059

70993

7052

1162

71037

71071

71007

3903

3902

308146

308145

50780

307920

307918

309310

309312

71046

307148

PART NAME

,, , ,, .....

Eye Bolt

5/16-18 x 3/4 In Screw

Lower Handle

Drive Clutch Spring

Auger Clutch Spring

1/4-20 Locknut

Retainer Ring

Chute Crank Handle

Chut_e:Crank Assembly

Eye Bolt Grommet

3132 x 1 In. Cotter Pin

Plastic Cap

Chute Control Rod

1/2-20 Jam Nut

I12 InoLockwasher

5/16-18 x 3/4 In. Carriage Bolt

L.H., Chute Rotate Bracket

R..H..Chute Rotate Bracket

5/t6-18 Hex Nut

'11/32 In Ffatwasher

3/8-16 x 2 In. Hex Hd Bolt

Auger Drive Control Decal

Traction Drive Control Decal

Clutch Spring Boot

Eyebo_t Boot

Plastic Knob

Traction Drive Lever, L H

Auger Drive Lever, R..H.

Plug, Nylon

Washer, Flat

3/8" Nylon Locknut

Owner's Manual

29

CRAFTSMAN 23" SNOW THROWER 536.884811

Motor Mount Assembly Repair Parts 49

53

91 !8

51

58 60 5 62 6,

65

57

©

18 54 52

37 55 70

68 _69

67 23

9i

90 13

829 31 32

___ 5O

24 20 60 77

78\

33

42

85

72 87 74

84

81

83

7 73

31

8O

12

15

44

26 /

45

47

46

48 33

25

87

88

71

14 89 88

3O

CRAFTSMAN 23" SNOW THROWER 536.884811

REF,

NO, PARTNO.

i 308646

2 307696

3 308054

4 70988

5 71060

6 85494

7 71074

8 73801

9 53703

10 85492

11 71067

12 70978

13 70982

14 62'15

15 308009

16 50795

17 7287

'18 6106

19 7O985

20 73795

21 53793

22 53794

23 71391

24 53704

25 590

26 71010

27 71072

28 73787

29 55026

30 55027

3! 71071

32 71393

33 577399

34 53788

35 20579

36 30289

37 6103

38 577269

39 53714

40 50677

41 71063

42 71015

43 50793

44 145!

45 443

46 301545

47 5939

48 3526

49 85495

PART NAME

Motor Mount Frame

Belt Cover

Tecumseh Engine, 5 HP, 4 Cy

5/16-18 x1-1/4 In. Bolt

5/16 tn. Lockwasher

Clutch Cable Lever

1/2 In.. Flatwasher

5/32 x 7/8 In. Spring Pin

Bushing, Plastic

Clutch Auger Lever Assembly

1/4 In. Flatwasher

1/4-20 x I/2 In. Self Tapping Scr

5/16-18 x 1/2" Self Tapping Scre

48 Tooth Gear

Bottom Cover

3/4 In..Hypro Key

Roller Bearing

1/2 In. Flatwasher

5/16-18 x 3/4 In. Bolt

5/16 x 1-3/8 In. Flatwasher

Idler Traction Lever

Spacer, Sleeve

5/16-t8 Hex Locknut

Idler Traction Drive Spring

3/8-16 Hex ,Jam Nut

3/8-16 x 1-1/2 In Bolt

318 In.. Flatwasher

Belt Retainer Washer

L.H BeR Guide

R.H. Belt Guide

11/32 In. Flatwasher

5/16-24 x 1 In. Bolt

5/I6-18 x 1/2 In. Set Screw

Engine Pulley

Key, Woodruff # 5

1/2 In. Wave Washer

Outer Bearing Retainer

Engine Pulley Spacer

Engine Drive Pulley

Flatwasher

3/8 In Lockwasher

3/8-24 x 1 InoBolt

1-7/8 In, Idler Pulley

Shaft & Levers Assembly

Auger Brake Spring

5 In. Impeller Pulley

Special Traction Drive Belt

Special Auger Drive Belt

Shift Control Shaft

REF. t

No. I

', I

5O

51

52

53

54

55

56

58

59

60

61

62

63

64

65

66

68

70

71

73

74

75

78

79 ,

81

82 i

83 I

84 1

85 1

!

°°1

87

88

89 I

91

92 t

93 t

94 1

95 f

96 I

97 I

PART NO.

73812

71111

71461

85504

6105

6107

72531

53833

53832

71086

73811

85501

53831

53830

t't87'1

71059

71034

3080O5

71360

71035

51438

73839

85499

53816

71079

73817

53807

7091

7286

53818

53820

53821

53819

73823

73822

71081

70970

73826

53836

5923

71045

71062

48275

307697

310169

308900

308903

71005

PART NAME

1/2 In Flatwasher

3/8-16 Hex Locknut

#10_24 Keps Nut

Bearing Assembly

Inner Bearing Retainer

Ball Bearing

10-24 x 3/8 In_Carriage Bolt

8 Tooth _inion Gear

Hex Disc Friction Wheel Shaft

1/8 x 3/4 In Spring Pin

1/4 In..Snap Ring

Trunion Bearing

Friction Wheel Hub

Friction Wheel

1/4-20 x 5/8 In..Bolt

1/4 In..Split Lockwasher

1/4-20 Hex Nut

Pivot Bracket

1/4-20 x 1-3/4 in Bolt

1/4-20 Hex Locknut

5/16 In..Spacer, Sleeve

1/4-20 x 2-1/4 In. Bolt

Traction Shaft Assembfy

t/2 In. Spacer, Sleeve

1/8 x 1 In_Cotter Pin

1/2 inn Push-on Nut

Friction Wheel Disc

Traction Hex Shaft

Thrust Bearing

Return Spring

Clutch Spring

Clutch Rod

Traction Spring Bracket

1/8 x 1-3/8 In_Spring Pin

1/8 x 1/2 in. Spring Pin

3/32 x 3/4 In. Cotter Pin

1/4-20 x 1-1/4 In Bolt

I/4-20 Hex Locknut

Shaft Hex Bearing

Track Axle Shaft

Nut, 3/8-16

Washer, Splitlock

Washer, Flat 3/4 In

,Fender

Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/8 In

Screw, 14-10 x 3/4 in..

Nut, 14-10 "J" Type

Screw, 3/8-16 x 1 In

31

CRAFTSMAN 23" SNOW THROWER 536.884811

Track Assembly Repair Parts

21

21 22 36 37

15

17

15 26

32

20

25

3O

19

42

43 29 26 25

18 19

15

16 15

14

11

22 37

÷

33

24

\

35 19

26 19 2O 31

23 21

27

36 37

40

32

CRAFTSMAN 23" SNOW THROWER 536.884811

REF.

NO.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

113

14

15

16

i

1718

19

20

! 21

22

PART NO.

308048

308038

308039

6025

518

6001

70978

71060

71037

73839

6215

7285

70985

71391

301818

5930

59'17

5947

71067

6108

71348

5951

PART NAME

Foot Pedal

L,H. Bracket, Weight Transfer

R..H, Bracket, Weight Transfer

Tension Spring

1!2 In,,Pal Nut

7/16 In.,Shoulder Bolt

1/4-20 x 1/2 In Serf Tapping Screw

5/! 6 In, Lock'washer

5/16_18 Hex Nut

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

48 Tooth Gear

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

5/16-18 x 3/4 in.,Bolt

5/16-18 Hex Locknut

Track Drive Wheel

Sprocket

Chain #420-50

1/4-28 x 3-3/4 In, Screw

1/4 In. Flatwasher

1/4-28 Locknut

5/16-18 x t/2 In. Screw

5/16 In,.BeIleville Washer

NO.

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

3O

31

32

33

34

35

36

37

38

39

40

41

42

43

PART NO,

5950

9724

302024

7074

301817

305299

308883

308882

308061

308056

9756

301819

71O35

70969

6403

304133

73840

308784

73826

9727

20465

PART NAME

1/2 In. Flatwasher

4-3/4 In_Track

Track Wheel Shaft

1/2 In, Flatwasher

Track Idler Wheel

3/4 In, Flatwasher

Inner L,H, Track Plate

Inner RH. Track Plate

Outer LIH'. Track Plate

Outer RoHoTrack Plate

Inner Track Bearing Hub

Outer Track Bearing Hub

1/4-20 Hex Locknut

1/4_20 x I in. HHC Screw

Cam Washer

Sprocket and Hub Assembly

3/4 In Flatwasher

Trac Plus Decal

1/4-20 Locknut

Tie Rod

1/8 In, Hair Pin

33

CRAFTSMAN 23" SNOW THROWER 536.884811

Auger Housing Assembly Re

,o f il

)air Parts

29

32

3 15 16

18

\

)

33

36

35

38

38 28

3O

31

4O

27

34

CRAFTSMAN 23" SNOW THROWER 536.884811

REFo

NO. PART NO.i

1 308768

2 307665

3 71037

4 57171

5 302680

6 71391

7 302843

8 302634

9 308931

t0 307698

11 302678

12 302635

13 577400

14 53759

15 71060

16 71071

17 308059

18 308119

19 302922

20 20556

PART NAME

Striped Danger Decal

Chute

5/16_18 Hex Nut

Wing Knob

5/16 In. Flatwasher

5/16-18 Hex Locknut

5116-18 x 1-1/4 In. Carriage Bolt

5116-18 x 3/4 In. Screw

Chute Hinge Wire

Lower Chute

•1/4-20 x 112 In. Screw

1/4-20 Wide Flange Locknut

5/16-18 x 3/4 In. Bolt

6.5 In. Auger Pulley

5/16 inn Split Lockwasher

11/32 In, Flatwasher

Bearing & Retainer

R,H Side Plate

Danger Decal, Read From Side

3/16 In_Square Key

REF.

NO.

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

32

33

34

35

36

37

38

39

40

PART NO.

71032

309057

85480

71058

70142

308839

308053

73755

70141

73826

308052

308118

70993

70984

307912

7O983

736

9524

3943

53757

PART NAME

8-32 x 1/2 Ino Bolt

Retainer w/Stop Clip,Chute

Lower Chute Ring Clip

#8-32 Hex Locknut

Chute Danger Decal

Lower Chute Ring

R..HoAuger

Auger Washer

Auger Danger Decal

1/4-20 Locknut

L,H. Auger

L,H. Side Plate

5/16-18 x 3/4 ln_ Carriage Bo_t

5/16-18 x 3/4" Self Tapping Screw

Height Adjust Skid

5/16-t8 x 5/8 In, Screw

Scraper Bar

t/4-20 x 1-3/4 In HHC Screw

1/4 In. Spacer

1 In.,Auger Shaft Bearing

35

CRAFTSMAN 23" SNOW THROWER 536.884811

GEAR BOX REPAIR PARTS

7810 11 12 13 1 15 16

5

617

18 19 20 21 2O

19 22

/23

24

6

1

i

tl

PAR]" NO. PART NAME

71393

308051

73905

3956

71100

1065

53737

10905

53735

53734

53733

50795

5/16-24 X I In,. Bolt

impeller'& Shaft Assembly

Woodruff Key #9t

Auger Shaft, 23 Ino

5/16-24 Flange Locknut

Oil Seal

Quad Ring

Flange Bearing

7/8 In,, Flatwasher

7/8 In, Roller Bearing

7/8 In_Flatwasher

3/4 in_Key

REF,

NO, PART NO. PART NAME

13

14

15

!6

17

18

!9

2O

21

22

23

24

36

53732

50683

50688

5373 t

895

53749

53743

53748

53730

897

896

912

1-3/4 In,. Worm Gear

3/4 In. Flatwasher

Retaining Ring

Sleeve Bearing

L_H. Gear Box Housing

1/4 x 18 Pipe Plug

Auger Gear Box Bearing

1 In, Flatwasher

Worm Gear'

Gear Box Gasket

R H. Gear Box Housing

5/16-24 x 1-1/2 In. Bolt

REWIND STARTER NO. 590646

12 !

13

Refo

No. Part Name

iStarter, Rewind

1 iPin, Spring _(}_cLNo. 4)

2Washer

3 Retainer

4 iWasher

5ISpring, Brake

6 Dog, Starter

7 Spring, Dog

8 Pulley

9 Spring, Rewind

10 Cover, Spring

11 Housing Assyo, Starter

12 Rope, Starter (Length 69" E_5/32'

diaJ

Handle, Mitten Grip (Not include,

with starter)

Part

No.

59O646

590599A

590600

590615

590601

590598

590616

590617

590645

590619

590620

590647

590451A

13 590574

_2

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CRAFTSMAN4-CYCLEENGINE MODEL NUMBER: 143.804072

IIIIIII II IIIII

L

48

218 ,,,...-"*'

221

.J'e.,...._ _'-,-..219

149

18

228

i

I

I

I

11

102 ___31

>

9

290C

I

""_'-186 203 30_i _

"I85 ..f202

MODELandSERIAL ]1

NUMBERSHERE

i

38

CRAFTSMAN

Ref. Part

No. No.

"1

5

6

7

8

9.

10

11

12

20

2t

22

23

24

25

28

31

32

35

45

46

47

47

47

48

48

48

49

49

49

50

51

52

53

54

55

56

57

58

59

60

70

71

72

73

74

75

76

77

78

79

84 i

84

85

86

87

88

89

9O

4=CYCLEENGINE

33674B

34171

3O969

326O0

28277

31334

31510

31335

65O548

_33342

650_1

t33838A

31342

650549

610973

31426

165O139

130322

35440

26727

34740

34535

34536

34537

335628

33563B

335648

33567

33568

33569

20381

32875

32654

32610A

27241

33696

32323

"27677A

34678

27897

30318

35479

30591

30574

30568A

29193

650488

35554

35499

35556

35539

29313C

29315C

32644A

32645A

31672

31673

27666

31410

"27234A

34146

Part Name

Cylinder Assy. (lncl, Nos, 7 846)

Nipple, Pipe

Cap, Oil drain

Seal, Oil

Washer, Flat

Rod, Governor

Lever, Governor

Clamp, Governor lever

Screw, Hex washer hdo, 8-32 x 5/t6

Baffle, Blower housing

Screw, Hex washer hd. Durlok, I/4-20

x 5/8

Control Assy., Bracket (IncL Nos, 23

thru 25, 31 _32)

Spring, Compression

Screw, FiL hd, 5-40 x 7/16

Terminal Assy.

Spring, Extension

Screw, FiL hd. Seres, 8-32 x 1/2

Nut, Lock, 8-32

Knob, Speed control

Pin, Dowel

Crankshaft Assy.

Piston, Pin _Ring Assy. (Std_} (tncl.

Nos_ 48, 49 5" 50)

Piston, Pin Ef Ring Assy, (,010 over-

size) (Inclo Nos. 48, 49 Et 50)

Piston, Pin Et Ring Assy. (,020 over-

size) (fncl. NOSo48, 49 _50)

Piston E_Pin Assy.. (Stdo)(IncL No. 50)

Piston E_ Pin Assy. (Ot0 oversize)

(Incl. No. 50)

Piston _ Pin Assy.. (020 oversize)

(incl_No, 50)

Ring Set, Piston (Std.)

Ring Set, Piston (.O10oversize)

Ring Set, Piston L020 oversize)

Ring, Piston pin retaining

Rod Assy.., Connecting (|ncL Nos, 52

53)

Dipper, Oil

Bolt, Connecting rod

Lifter, Valve

Camshaft (Compression Release)

Washer, Thrust

Gasket, Cylinder cover

Cover, Cylinder(inct, Nos° 59, 60 _ 72)

Seal, Oil

Seal, Camshaft

Washer, F_at

Gear, Governor (Incl, No. 70)

Shaft, Mechanical governor

Spool, Governor

Ring, Retaining

Screw, Hex hd, Seres, 1/4-20 x1.1/4

Tube Assy., Oil fill

"O" Ring

Dipstick

Clip, Oil fill

Valve, Exhaust (Std.) (Incl. Noo 86)

Va}ve, Exhaust (1/32" oversize) (IncL

No. 86)

Valve, Intake (Std.) (lncL No., 86)

Vafve, Intake (!/32" oversize) (tncL No

86)

Spring, Valve

Cap, Valve spring

Body, Valve cover

Element, Valve body

Gasket, Valve cover

Cover. Breather

I Ref.

INo.

r"_'

i 91

I 93

95

i96

i 97

98

99

100

101

102

140

141

142

143

144

145

146

147

148

149

150

160

161

162

163

164

165

181

182

183

184

185

186

187

189

191

192

t93

194

195

196

197

198

201

202

203 i

204 J

205 J

210

211

216

217

218

MODEL NUMBER:

Part

No.

35350

650128

29752

*26756

33691

"33673A

6201

650870

650664

32698

34583

28820

34582

35438

35593

610973

35285

35072

650257

650735

33333

3408O

650872

34443A

610118

650814

611O81

610961

650815

65O863

35557

34212

30200

34126

28545

650760

"33554A

33016A

6021A

650691

650818

33636

29745

650128

35656

570682

32180C

33341

650701

650168

29212

33344

28371B

650694A

143.804072

PartName

Tube, Breather

Screw, Hex hd. Seres, 10-24 x 1/2

Nut _ Lockwasher, 1/4-28

Gasket, Carburetor

Pipe, Intake

Gasket, intake

Screw, Hex hd°, !/4-28 x 7/8

Screw, Hex hd., t/4-28 x1-tl/16

Screw, Fil. hd. Semso I/4-20 x 1-19/32

Link, Governor._tothrottle

Bracket, Chok_-"

Screw, Fil, hd,. Sems, 10_32xt/2

Rod, Choke

Knob, Choke control

Key, Ignition

Terminal Assy.

Wire, Ground

Cover, Carburetor

Screw, Pan hdo Semso 8-32x 5/16

Screw, Hex hd., Seres, rapt(re, t0-24 x

3/8

Bracket, Carburetor cover

Spacer, Flywheel key

Stud, Solid state mounting

Solid State Assy.,

Cover, Spark plug

Screw, Torx hex washer hd. Seres,

10-24 xI

Flywheel (w/ring gear)

Key, Flywheel

Washer, Belleville

Nut, Flywheel

Wire, Ground

Bracket, Hold down

Screw, Hex washer hd. self-tap Sems,

10-24 x 9/16

Bracket, Grommet mounting

Grommet, Plastic

Screw, Pan hd. taptite, 8-32 x 3/8

Gasket, Cylinder head

Head, Cylinder (lncL No.. 218)

Screw, Hex flange hd., 5/16-18 x 1-!/2

Washer, Fiat

Screw, Special hex hd., 5/16-18 x

1-1/2

Plug, Spark (Champion J-8C or

equivalent)

Extension, Blower housing

Screw, Hex hd. Seres, 10-24 x1/2

Housing, Blower

Primer Assy,.

Line, Primer

Extension, Baffle

Screw, Hex washer hd. shakeproof

self-drilling, 8-18 x 7/16

Washer, Flat

Screw, Hex hd_ Seres, 1/4-28 x 7/16

Baffle, Heat

Plate, Fuel tank

Screw, Hex flange hd, 5/16-18 x 2

*Indicates Parts Included in

Gasket Set, ReL No. 305.

39

CRAFTSMAN4-CYCLEENGINE

ReL

No.

)219

22O

)

)

229

23o

231

232

)24_9

i251

)

)

)256

1270

_ 274

!276

276

277

290A

Part

No. Part Name

34182

65O675

65O805

"33670A

33697A

650327

8345

30O63

35584

35355

650665

2646O

30705

34694

65O884

65O168

590574

35392

34346

Bracket, Fuel tank mounting

Washer, Flat

Screw, Hex hd. w/bellevilie washer,

1/4-20 x11/16

Gasket, Exhaust

Muffler

Screw, Fil. hd_ Seres, 1/4-20 x 2-i/2

Washer, Flat

Screw, Hex washer hd. Seres, 1/4-20

xt/2

Tank Assy., Fuet(IncloNos_250 _253)

Cap, Fuel tank

Screw, Hex washer hd. self-tap Seres,

1/4-15 x 7/8

Clamp, Fuel line

Line, Fuel

Cup, Starter

Screw, Hex washer hd.o 8-32 x 1/2

Washer, Flat

Handle, Starter

Plug, Starter

Decal, Instruction

No.

290B

290C

290D

290F

300

301

303

305

MODEL NUMBER: 143.80407_

Part

No. Part Name

34144

35282

34414

35312

632107A

590646

33683B

Decal, Primer

Decal, Choke

Decal, Warning

Decal, Instruction

Carburetor (IncL No. 96)

Starter, Rewind

Electric Starter Kit 143o88933 (Op-

tional) Sold as accessory

Gasket Set (Inctoitems marked *)

RPM Settings: _:

Low Speed: 21(_), High Speed: 3700.

"Indicates Parts Included in

Gasket Set, Ref. No, 305.

tin original production the speed con-

trol assembly is riveted to the blower

housing baffle. Replacement speed

control assembly includes screws and

nutsfor mounting, Replacement baffle

has threaded hoies_

CARBURETOR NO. 632107A

I

[I

!

4... ,..., "m'b (

_..-_ L :) _P'_126

• i31 ). !

15 /:=

24 11 J !

18 12

""" 13

......, 14

,/ 15

17

I

23 _o --22

31----o

30 _{_

32

Ref.

No.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

1t

t2

13

t4

t5

16

17

18

21

22

23

24

25

26

3O

31

32

Pa1't

No.

632107A

531615

631767

631036

65O5O6

63O766

650417

632108

630735

631815

"630748

"631027

*631021

631022

632019

*631024

631951

27136A

"27554

27110

"31839

*630740

"631838

*631028

631807

630738

630739

31840

Part Name

Carburetor

Shaft _Lever Assy,, Throttle

Spring, Throttle return

Shutter, Throttle

Screw, 4-40 x 3/16

Spring, Idle regulating screw

Screw, Idle regulating

Shaft _Lever Assy, Choke

Spring, Choke stop

Shutter, Choke

Plug, Welch

Plug, Welch

Inlet Needle, Seat et Clip Assy.

Incl. No. 13)

Clip, inlet needle

F(oat, Carburetor

Shaft, Float

Bowl, Float (tncL Nos. 17 8- 18}

Drain Assyo, Bowl (lncl No, 18)

Gasket, Bowl drain

Gasket, Bowl_to-body

Adjustment Screw Assy., Main

(Incl_Nos_ 21, 23, 30 e31)

"O" Ring, Adjustment screw

Screw, Idle adjustment

Gasket, Bowl-to-body

Fitting, Fuel inlet

Spring, Main adjustment screw

Washer, Flat

Repair Kit {Inclo items marked ")

4O

I NOTES

41

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

536.884811

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

SEARS,

307148 09116!89

CRnFrIMIIN®

5 HORSEPOWER

23" DUAL STAGE

TRAC-PLUS

OPTIONALELECTRIC

START

SNOW THROWER

Each SNOW THROWER has its own MODEL

NUMBER found on the motor mount flame.

Each ENGINE has its own MODEL NUMBER

found on the BLOWER HOUSING°

Always mention these MODEL NUMBERS when

requesting service or Repair Parts for your SNOW

THROWER.

All parts listed herein may be ordered through

any Sears Service Center/Department and most

Sears Stores,

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS

GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

* PRODUCT - "SNOW THROWER"

* MODEL NUMBER - 536.884811

* ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.804072

*PART NUMBER

* PART DESCRIPTION

"Your Sears merchandise has added value when you

consider that Sears has service units nationwide staffed

with Sears trained technicians ,,.Professional technicians

specifically trained on Sears Products, having the parts,

tools and equipment to insure that we meet our pledge

to you._we service what we sell,"

ROEBUCK AND CO.,

...... i ill lU uJll ill i i i

Chicago IL. 60684

Printed in U.S.Ao