Craftsman 88970 Users Manual

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2012/13

SNOW THROWER

CUSTOMER

BUYING GUIDE

- OHV Design with Cross-Flow Cylinder Head: More efficient,

cleaner-burning engine provides powerful performance.

- 110 Volt Push-Button Electric Starter: Starts up easily

without pulling the starter rope. Plug it in, push a button

and you’re ready to go.

- 20 Watt AC/DC Alternator: For features such as headlights

and heated hand grips, where applicable.

- Low-Tone Muffler with Heat Shield: Significantly reduces

exhaust noise to the appreciation of the user and their

neighbors.

- Induction Discharge Ignition: Delivers longer spark

duration for easy, dependable starting in frigid, subzero

temperatures – as low as 20 degrees below zero!

- Mechanical Governor: Provides precise control of engine

speed for faster response during sudden load changes.

Results in smooth, consistent and trouble-free clearing

power.

TRUST. IN YOUR HANDS.

Craftsman tests snow throwers in the most demanding

conditions. We do this to make sure every unit can back

what it claims to do and even things it doesn’t claim –

like exceeding your expectations.

FREE

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CONTENTS

**Select items may be available online only. 24-hour online parts ordering at www.sears.com or www.searspartsdirect.com.

18

2Sears

Information

5

4

How

to Choose

Single-Stage vs.

Dual-Stage

7Single-Stage

Snow Throwers

9Dual-Stage

Snow Throwers

13 Dual-Stage

Craftsman® CX Series

Snow Throwers

15 2012/13

Craftsman

Lineup

18 Snow Thrower

Accessories

SNOW THROWER ACCESSORIES**

DUAL-STAGE

4-CYCLE

ENGINE

Primer

Heat Shield

Fuel Tank Cap

Oil Fill/Dipstick

Push/Pull Safety Key

Fuel Tank

Throttle

Choke

Recoil Start

Starter Handle

Electric Start

MODEL # Auger

Belt

Drive

Belt

Spark

Plug

Engine

Oil

Full

Synthetic

Oil

Fuel

Stabilizer

Maint.

Kit

Shear

Pins

Skid

Shoes

Engine

Keys Cab Cover Snow Mat

88502 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 33974

88780 33158 N/A 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 N/A N/A 33962 N/A N/A 33974

88782 33158 N/A 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 N/A N/A 33962 N/A N/A 33974

88170 33158 33169 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88389 33967 33962 88843 33399 33974

88172 33158 33169 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88389 33967 33962 88843 33399 33974

88173 33158 33169 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88389 33967 33962 88843 33399 33974

88970 33158 33169 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88389 33967 33962 88843 33399 33974

88691 33158 33169 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88389 33967 33962 88843 33399 33974

88395 33969 33971 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88389 33967 33962 88843 33399 33974

88396 33969 33971 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88389 33967 33962 88843 33399 33974

88397 33970 33972 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88992 33967 33962 88843 88979 33974

88398 33970 33972 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88992 33967 33962 88843 88979 33974

2012/13

SINgLE-STAgE DUAL-STAgE DUAL-STAgE Cx SERIES

MODEL

88780 88782 88170 88172 88173 88970 88691 88395 88396 88397 88398

BRAND

Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman®

CX Series

Craftsman®

CX Series

ENgINE

179cc*

4-cycle OHV

208cc*

4-cycle OHV

179cc*

4-cycle OHV

179cc*

4-cycle OHV

208cc*

4-cycle OHV

208cc*

4-cycle OHV

208cc*

4-cycle OHV

277cc*

4-cycle OHV

357cc*

4-cycle OHV

357cc*

4-cycle OHV

420cc*

4-cycle OHV

ENgINE BRAND

Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman®

STARTER TYPE

Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil

STARTER METHOD

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

FUEL CAPACITY

2 quarts 2 quarts 2 quarts 2 quarts 2 quarts 2 quarts 2 quarts 5 quarts 5 quarts 5 quarts 5 quarts

CLEARINg WIDTH

21" 21" 22" 24" 24" 26" 26" 28" 30" 33" 45"

INTAKE HEIgHT

13" 13" 16" 21" 21" 21" 21" 21" 21" 22" 22"

AUgER/IMPELLER

Snow ClawTM Snow ClawTM 9" auger/

10" impeller

12" auger/

12" impeller

12" auger/

12" impeller

12" auger/

12" impeller

12" auger/

12" impeller

12" auger/

12" impeller

12" auger/

12" impeller

16" auger/

16" impeller

16" auger/

16" impeller

SKID SHOES

N/A N/A Steel Glide-Tech TM Glide-Tech TM Glide-Tech TM Deluxe

Glide -TechTM

Deluxe

Glide -TechTM

Deluxe

Glide -TechTM

NEW Large

Glide -TechTM

NEW Large

Glide -TechTM

DRIFT CUTTERS

No No Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional Tool-less Tool-less Tool-less Tool-less

DRIVE TYPE

Auger-

propelled

Auger-

propelled

Power-

propelled

Power-

propelled

Power-

propelled

Power-

propelled

EZ Steer

Powered Steering

EZ Steer

Powered Steering

EZ Steer

Powered Steering

EZ Steer

Powered Steering

EZ Steer

Powered Steering

SPEED CONTROL

Auger-

propelled

Auger-

propelled

Single-

speed

6 forward/

2 reverse

6 forward/

2 reverse

6 forward/

2 reverse

6 forward/

2 reverse

6 forward/

2 reverse

6 forward/

2 reverse

6 forward/

2 reverse

6 forward/

2 reverse

TIRES

8" x 2" 8" x 2" 10" x 4"

Snow Hog

13" x 4"

X-TracTM

13" x 4"

X-TracTM

15" x 5"

X-TracTM

15" x 5"

X-TracTM

16" x 4.8"

X-TracTM

16" x 6.5"

X-TracTM

16" x 6.5"

X-TracTM

Dual 16" x 6.5"

X-TracTM

OPERATION CONTROL

Standard Standard Standard Standard Single-hand

operation

Single-hand

operation

Single-hand

operation

Single-hand

operation

Single-hand

operation

Single-hand

operation

Single-hand

operation

CHUTE/PITCH

CONTROL

Manual 2-way joystick/

manual Manual Remote

crank/manual

EZ Rotation Chute/

manual

4-way

joystick

4-way

joystick

4-way

joystick

Electric

4-way

Remote crank

and pitch

Remote crank

and pitch

CHUTE HEIgHT

Standard Standard Standard Standard Extended

(lifetime warranty)

Extended

(lifetime warranty)

Extended

(lifetime warranty)

Extended

(lifetime warranty)

Extended

(lifetime warranty)

Extreme

capacity

Extreme

capacity

HEATED HAND gRIPS

No No No No No No No No No Yes Yes

HEADLIgHT

No

Yes

No No No No No

Yes/LED Yes/LED Yes/LED Yes/LED

WARRANTY

2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year

*As rated by engine manufacturer.

Note: See specific model information. Not all features available on all models.

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SERVICE: The only mass retailer to offer a

nationwide network of trained associates with

hands-on experience. Plus, 24/7 phone and online

support. Call 1-800-4MY-HOME or visit

www.managemylife.com.

PARTS DIRECT: Your online access point for repair parts and

accessories from every major brand – regardless of

where you bought them – all backed by the Sears

Satisfaction Guarantee. Visit www.searspartsdirect.com.

VALUE: The most features for your money – guaranteed – on

Craftsman® tractors, mowers and snow throwers. All units include a

two-year warranty.

SELECTION: The largest power lawn and garden selection among

national retailers.

CONVENIENCE: Visit www.sears.com to find the store that’s

closest to you and schedule repairs. Shop the products you want

online and pick them up in-store – it’s fast and easy.

Sears.com/layaway

Requires down and biweekly payments. All fees nonrefundable. Cancellation fees apply.

Not available at all Sears stores. Twelve-week layaway option available on purchase of more

than $400. Exclusions apply. See store for further details.

UNMATCHED SUPPORT

AND SERVICE ONLY FROM SEARS

Become a

Shop Your Way Rewards

SM Bonus Member by signing up

with a valid email address and opt in to receive email offers and . . .

- Earn 10 points for every $1 spent in qualifying purchases*

- Receive bonus offers in-store, online and in circular

Earn your way to VIP membership

Every time you fill a prescription at Kmart

Pharmacy you earn 500 points and $50 toward your VIP status

Become a

Shop Your Way Rewards

Base Member by signing up with

an email address or mobile phone number . . .

- Earn 10 points per $1 spent on qualifying purchases*

- Receive offers via text

*Members earn Points on Qualifying Purchases. Subject to full program terms available at

shopyourwayrewards.com. Offers are available only to Shop Your Way Rewards Members with

valid email addresses or mobile phone numbers in their Member Profiles. It may take up to

7 days for points to appear on your account. Qualifying Purchases exclude sales taxes and

other fees. To be eligible to earn bonus points, you must maintain a valid email address in

your account and remain opted-in to receiving promotional emails from Sears Holdings and

its affiliates.

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MANAgE MY LIFE

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www.managemylife.com

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

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VIDEOS?

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SEARS MOBILE

FIRST 5 HOURS OF USE

• Change the oil

EACH YEAR / EVERY 25

HOURS OF USE

• Check spark plug

• Lube control linkages and pivots

• Lube wheels with auto grease

• Lube gear and auger shafts

• Check chute control cable for slack

EACH USE / EVERY 5

HOURS OF USE

• Check oil level

• Tighten/replace loose or missing hardware

• Clean off unit

EVERY YEAR OR . . .

EVERY 50 HOURS OF USE

• Change oil

EVERY 100 HOURS OF USE

• Change spark plug

BEFORE STORINg FOR

NExT YEAR

• Run engine until all fuel is gone

2012/13

SINgLE-STAgE DUAL-STAgE DUAL-STAgE Cx SERIES

MODEL

88780 88782 88170 88172 88173 88970 88691 88395 88396 88397 88398

BRAND

Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman®

CX Series

Craftsman®

CX Series

ENgINE

179cc*

4-cycle OHV

208cc*

4-cycle OHV

179cc*

4-cycle OHV

179cc*

4-cycle OHV

208cc*

4-cycle OHV

208cc*

4-cycle OHV

208cc*

4-cycle OHV

277cc*

4-cycle OHV

357cc*

4-cycle OHV

357cc*

4-cycle OHV

420cc*

4-cycle OHV

ENgINE BRAND

Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman®

STARTER TYPE

Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil

STARTER METHOD

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

FUEL CAPACITY

2 quarts 2 quarts 2 quarts 2 quarts 2 quarts 2 quarts 2 quarts 5 quarts 5 quarts 5 quarts 5 quarts

CLEARINg WIDTH

21" 21" 22" 24" 24" 26" 26" 28" 30" 33" 45"

INTAKE HEIgHT

13" 13" 16" 21" 21" 21" 21" 21" 21" 22" 22"

AUgER/IMPELLER

Snow ClawTM Snow ClawTM 9" auger/

10" impeller

12" auger/

12" impeller

12" auger/

12" impeller

12" auger/

12" impeller

12" auger/

12" impeller

12" auger/

12" impeller

12" auger/

12" impeller

16" auger/

16" impeller

16" auger/

16" impeller

SKID SHOES

N/A N/A Steel Glide-Tech TM Glide-Tech TM Glide-Tech TM Deluxe

Glide -TechTM

Deluxe

Glide -TechTM

Deluxe

Glide -TechTM

NEW Large

Glide -TechTM

NEW Large

Glide -TechTM

DRIFT CUTTERS

No No Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional Tool-less Tool-less Tool-less Tool-less

DRIVE TYPE

Auger-

propelled

Auger-

propelled

Power-

propelled

Power-

propelled

Power-

propelled

Power-

propelled

EZ Steer

Powered Steering

EZ Steer

Powered Steering

EZ Steer

Powered Steering

EZ Steer

Powered Steering

EZ Steer

Powered Steering

SPEED CONTROL

Auger-

propelled

Auger-

propelled

Single-

speed

6 forward/

2 reverse

6 forward/

2 reverse

6 forward/

2 reverse

6 forward/

2 reverse

6 forward/

2 reverse

6 forward/

2 reverse

6 forward/

2 reverse

6 forward/

2 reverse

TIRES

8" x 2" 8" x 2" 10" x 4"

Snow Hog

13" x 4"

X-TracTM

13" x 4"

X-TracTM

15" x 5"

X-TracTM

15" x 5"

X-TracTM

16" x 4.8"

X-TracTM

16" x 6.5"

X-TracTM

16" x 6.5"

X-TracTM

Dual 16" x 6.5"

X-TracTM

OPERATION CONTROL

Standard Standard Standard Standard Single-hand

operation

Single-hand

operation

Single-hand

operation

Single-hand

operation

Single-hand

operation

Single-hand

operation

Single-hand

operation

CHUTE/PITCH

CONTROL

Manual 2-way joystick/

manual Manual Remote

crank/manual

EZ Rotation Chute/

manual

4-way

joystick

4-way

joystick

4-way

joystick

Electric

4-way

Remote crank

and pitch

Remote crank

and pitch

CHUTE HEIgHT

Standard Standard Standard Standard Extended

(lifetime warranty)

Extended

(lifetime warranty)

Extended

(lifetime warranty)

Extended

(lifetime warranty)

Extended

(lifetime warranty)

Extreme

capacity

Extreme

capacity

HEATED HAND gRIPS

No No No No No No No No No Yes Yes

HEADLIgHT

No

Yes

No No No No No

Yes/LED Yes/LED Yes/LED Yes/LED

WARRANTY

2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year

*As rated by engine manufacturer.

Note: See specific model information. Not all features available on all models.

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SERVICE: The only mass retailer to offer a

nationwide network of trained associates with

hands-on experience. Plus, 24/7 phone and online

support. Call 1-800-4MY-HOME or visit

www.managemylife.com.

PARTS DIRECT: Your online access point for repair parts and

accessories from every major brand – regardless of

where you bought them – all backed by the Sears

Satisfaction Guarantee. Visit www.searspartsdirect.com.

VALUE: The most features for your money – guaranteed – on

Craftsman® tractors, mowers and snow throwers. All units include a

two-year warranty.

SELECTION: The largest power lawn and garden selection among

national retailers.

CONVENIENCE: Visit www.sears.com to find the store that’s

closest to you and schedule repairs. Shop the products you want

online and pick them up in-store – it’s fast and easy.

Sears.com/layaway

Requires down and biweekly payments. All fees nonrefundable. Cancellation fees apply.

Not available at all Sears stores. Twelve-week layaway option available on purchase of more

than $400. Exclusions apply. See store for further details.

UNMATCHED SUPPORT

AND SERVICE ONLY FROM SEARS

Become a

Shop Your Way Rewards

SM Bonus Member by signing up

with a valid email address and opt in to receive email offers and . . .

- Earn 10 points for every $1 spent in qualifying purchases*

- Receive bonus offers in-store, online and in circular

Earn your way to VIP membership

Every time you fill a prescription at Kmart

Pharmacy you earn 500 points and $50 toward your VIP status

Become a

Shop Your Way Rewards

Base Member by signing up with

an email address or mobile phone number . . .

- Earn 10 points per $1 spent on qualifying purchases*

- Receive offers via text

*Members earn Points on Qualifying Purchases. Subject to full program terms available at

shopyourwayrewards.com. Offers are available only to Shop Your Way Rewards Members with

valid email addresses or mobile phone numbers in their Member Profiles. It may take up to

7 days for points to appear on your account. Qualifying Purchases exclude sales taxes and

other fees. To be eligible to earn bonus points, you must maintain a valid email address in

your account and remain opted-in to receiving promotional emails from Sears Holdings and

its affiliates.

2 3

MANAgE MY LIFE

THE EASY WAY TO gET EVERYTHINg DONE

www.managemylife.com

Find your product manuals online

Get answers from our team of home experts

Get a personalized maintenance plan for your home

Find information and tools to help with home projects

SHOP YOUR WAY REWARDSSM

jOIN NOW. EARN TODAY. IT’S FREE.

LAYAWAY PLAN

SEARS2gO: A fast, easy way to Shop Your Way – on the go. Search,

browse and buy everything that’s available on www.sears.com or find a

nearby store. Plus weekly specials, product reviews and customer ratings.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

WANT TO SEE

MAINTENANCE

HOW-TO

VIDEOS?

Scan the code to

watch a video now.

SEARS MOBILE

FIRST 5 HOURS OF USE

• Change the oil

EACH YEAR / EVERY 25

HOURS OF USE

• Check spark plug

• Lube control linkages and pivots

• Lube wheels with auto grease

• Lube gear and auger shafts

• Check chute control cable for slack

EACH USE / EVERY 5

HOURS OF USE

• Check oil level

• Tighten/replace loose or missing hardware

• Clean off unit

EVERY YEAR OR . . .

EVERY 50 HOURS OF USE

• Change oil

EVERY 100 HOURS OF USE

• Change spark plug

BEFORE STORINg FOR

NExT YEAR

• Run engine until all fuel is gone

denotes step-up feature

LINEUP

2012/13

15

SINgLE-STAgE

MODEL

88780 88782 88170 88172

BRAND

Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman®

ENgINE

179cc*

4-cycle OHV

208cc*

4-cycle OHV

179cc*

4-cycle OHV

179cc*

4-cycle OHV

ENgINE BRAND

Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman®

STARTER TYPE

Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil

STARTER METHOD

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

Push button/

mitten

FUEL CAPACITY

2 quarts 2 quarts 2 quarts 2 quarts

CLEARINg WIDTH

21" 21" 22" 24"

INTAKE HEIgHT

13" 13" 16" 21"

AUgER/IMPELLER

Snow ClawTM Snow ClawTM 9" auger/

10" impeller

12" auger/

12" impeller

SKID SHOES

N/A N/A Steel Glide-Tech TM

DRIFT CUTTERS

No No Optional Optional

DRIVE TYPE

Auger-

propelled

Auger-

propelled

Power-

propelled

Power-

propelled

SPEED CONTROL

Auger-

propelled

Auger-

propelled

Single-

speed

6 forward/

2 reverse

TIRES

8" x 2" 8" x 2" 10" x 4"

Snow Hog

13" x 4"

X-TracTM

OPERATION CONTROL

Standard Standard Standard Standard

CHUTE/PITCH

CONTROL

Manual 2-way joystick/

manual Manual Remote

crank/manual

CHUTE HEIgHT

Standard Standard Standard Standard

HEATED HAND gRIPS

No No No No

HEADLIgHT

No

Yes

No No

WARRANTY

2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year

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SINgLE-STAgE

DUAL-STAgE

In a single move, the paddle

pulls snow into the thrower and

pushes it out the discharge chute.

These units are lightweight,

maneuverable, easy to use and

best for:

- Clearing small driveways,

walkways and patios

- Paved surfaces

- Powdery, light to moderate

snow

- Less than 6" of snowfall

(per clearing)

These units perform two moves:

1) the auger breaks up snow,

churning it into the impeller;

2) the impeller pushes it out of

the discharge chute. They provide

quick removal of large amounts

of snow and are best for:

- Clearing medium to extra-large

driveways, walkways and patios

- Paved or gravel surfaces

- Powdery to moderate and wet

to heavy snow

- More than 6" of snowfall

(per clearing)

SINGLE-STAGE VS.

DUAL-STAGE

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WHAT DRIVEWAY SIZE

WILL YOU BE CLEARINg?

WHAT TYPE OF SNOW

DO YOU TYPICALLY gET?

ABOUT HOW MUCH SNOW DO YOU

NEED TO CLEAR PER SNOWFALL?

SMALL

Small smooth-surface driveway,

walkway and/or patio – about

3 cars long by 1 car wide or

2 cars long by 2 cars wide.

A single-stage unit is ideal.

LARgE

Medium to large driveway –

about 4 cars long by 2 cars wide.

A more powerful dual-stage unit

is recommended.

PAVED

Single-stage or dual-stage.

MEDIUM

Small to medium driveway –

about 3 cars long by 2 cars wide.

Choose either a single-stage

for smooth surfaces or a dual-

stage unit.

ExTRA-LARgE

Extra-large driveway – about

4 or more cars long by 3 cars wide.

A dual-stage unit has added power,

a larger clearing path and skid

shoes for gravel surfaces.

PAVED AND gRAVEL

Consider a dual-stage unit

with a more powerful engine

or power steering.

HOW TO CHOOSE

UP TO 6"

Small to moderate amount up to 6"

LIgHT TO MODERATE

Take your choice of either a

single-stage or dual-stage unit

to get the job done.

MORE THAN 9"

Heavy snowfall more than 9"

UP TO 9"

Moderate snowfall up to 9"

LESS THAN 3"

Small amount up to 3"

POWDERY TO LIgHT

A lightweight, easy-to-maneuver

single-stage unit is ideal for quick

snow clearing.

WHAT TYPE OF SURFACE

WILL YOU BE CLEARINg?

MODERATE TO WET AND HEAVY

A dual-stage unit is recommended,

with a serrated auger to break up

ice and snow.

These snow throwers are ideal for milder

conditions and lighter snowfall. These light-

weight, compact machines are easy to use

and make snow throwing simple.

14" MTD 11 AMP

ELECTRIC SINgLE-STAgE

SNOW THROWER

A few inches of powdery snow?

Simply push the button and go. This

unit’s auger-propelled drive makes it

quick and easy to clear snow from

driveways, patios and walkways.

• 11ampelectricmotor

 • 14"clearingwidth

 • 9.5"intakeheight

 • Auger-propelleddrive

 • Push-buttonelectricstart

 • 2.5"x4.375"tires

 • 2-yearwarranty

21" CRAFTSMAN®

179CC* SINgLE-STAgE

SNOW THROWER

When you have a lot of light snow to

clear, this unit will make quick work of it.

With a recoil or electric start and a

179cc engine to throw more snow faster,

you can clear snow quickly and easily.

• 4-cycle,179cc*CraftsmanOHVengine

 • 21"clearingwidth

 • 13"intakeheight

 • SnowClaw

™

auger grips ground to

clear more snow

 • Auger-propelleddrive

 • Push-buttonelectricstart

 • Simplechuteoperation

 • Ergonomichandle

 • 8"x2"tires

 • 2-yearwarranty

21" CRAFTSMAN®

208CC* SINgLE-STAgE

SNOW THROWER

Built to perform, this snow thrower

makes it easy to clear snow with a

built-in headlight for increased visibility.

Its 2-way joystick chute control makes

it easy to change direction from the

operator position.

• 4-cycle,208cc*CraftsmanOHVengine

 • 21"clearingwidth

 • 13"intakeheight

 • Auger-propelleddrive

 • Push-buttonelectricstart

 • SnowClaw

™

auger grips ground to

clear more snow

 • Headlightforaddedvisibility

 • 2-wayjoystickchutecontrol

 • Ergonomichandle

 • 8"x2"tires

 • 2-yearwarranty

SINGLE-STAGE

SNOW THROWERS

4-CYCLE OHV ENgINES

No mixing of oil and gas. Overhead valve engines

run more efficiently, with fewer emissions and

more power.

2-WAY jOYSTICK CHUTE CONTROL

Easily adjusts to change throwing direction.

SNOW CLAWTM AUgER TECHNOLOgY

Reduces clogs and throws snow farther.

HEADLIgHT

A built-in headlight ensures safer operation at

night and in low visibility conditions.

7 8

88502

Forpaved,smooth

surfaces only with

powdery to light snowfall.

88782

Forpaved,smooth

surfaces only with light

to moderate snowfall.

* As rated by engine manufacturer.

Note: See specific model information. Not all features available on all models.

Forpaved,smooth

surfaces only with light

to moderate snowfall.

88780

DUAL-STAGE

SNOW THROWERS

These units have larger engines and more helpful

features like Glide-Tech™ reversible skid shoes,

electric start and wheel drive. They also have

heavy duty features like power steering and

12" augers to handle serious winter weather.

9 10

22" CRAFTSMAN®

179CC* DUAL-STAgE

SNOW THROWER

When you get more snow, you’ll want

the power and performance to handle

it. This unit has an easily adjustable

E-Z ChuteTM and single-speed drive to

keep up with Mother Nature.

• 4-cycle,179cc*CraftsmanOHVengine

 • 22"clearingwidth

 • 16"intakeheight

 • E-ZChutecontrol

 • Push-buttonelectricstart

 • Single-speed

 • 10"x4"SnowHogtires

 • Steelskidshoes

 • Compactdesign

 • 2-yearwarranty

24" CRAFTSMAN®

179CC* DUAL-STAgE

SNOW THROWER

As you dig into the new snowfall, the

remote crank on this snow thrower lets

you change the chute direction without

reaching down to the chute itself. And the

13" x 4" X-Trac

TM

tires give you plenty of

traction while you clear.

 • 4-cycle,179cc*CraftsmanOHVengine

 • 24"clearingwidth

 • 21"intakeheight

 • Remotecrankchutecontrol

 • Push-buttonelectricstart

 • 6forward/2reversespeeds

 • 13"x4"X-Tractires

 • Glide-Tech

™

reversible skid shoes

 • 2-yearwarranty

24" CRAFTSMAN®

208CC* DUAL-STAgE

SNOW THROWER

When the snow keeps piling up, it doesn’t

hurt to have some extra power. The

4-cycle, 208cc Craftsman engine on this

unit is ready to take on the drifts and

snow piles covering your driveway.

 • 4-cycle,208cc*CraftsmanOHVengine

 • 24"clearingwidth

 • 21"intakeheight

 • Single-handoperation

 • EZRotationChute

 • Push-buttonelectricstart

 • 6forward/2reversespeeds

 • 13"x4"X-Trac

™

tires

 • Glide-Tech

™

reversible skid shoes

 • Extendedchutewithlifetimewarranty

 • 2-yearwarranty

* As rated by engine manufacturer.

Note: See specific model information. Not all features available on all models.

88170

For paved and gravel

surfaces with light to

moderate snowfall.

88173

For paved and gravel

surfaces with light to

moderate snowfall.

88172

For paved and gravel

surfaces with light to

moderate snowfall.

ExTENDED CHUTE

Innovative design reduces clogs in the chute

and increases the distance the unit can throw

snow.

ELECTRIC 4-WAY CHUTE

This easy electric thumb-controlled joystick

controls chute rotation and pitch with the

easiest movement. (Available on model 88396.)

gLIDE-TECH™ REVERSIBLE SKID SHOES

Protect your driveway and sidewalk with easily

adjustable and reversible skid shoes.

12" SERRATED AUgER

The auger breaks up and pulls in snow.

The impeller throws snow out of the discharge

chute.

4-WAY CHUTE AND PITCH CONTROL

Advanced gearing and a solid shaft rotate the

chute side to side and keep it in place with a

new lockout feature.

DUAL-STAGE

SNOW THROWERS (CONT'D)

11 12

28" CRAFTSMAN®

277CC* DUAL-STAgE

SNOW THROWER

As the snow is getting heavier and

wetter, you need more power and

traction to get through it. Luckily, this

unit has both. With a 277cc engine and

bigger X-TracTM tires, it’s always ready

for a serious winter day’s work.

 • 4-cycle,277cc*CraftsmanOHVengine

 • 28"clearingwidth

 • 21"intakeheight

 • Single-handoperation

 • 4-wayjoystickchuteandpitchcontrol

 • EZSteerPoweredSteering

 • Push-buttonelectricstart

 • 6forward/2reversespeeds

 • 16"x4.8"X-Tractires

 • Tool-lessdriftcutters

• Extendedchutewithlifetimewarranty

 • DeluxeGlide-Tech

™

reversible skid shoes

 • In-dashLEDheadlight

 • 2-yearwarranty

26" CRAFTSMAN®

208CC* DUAL-STAgE

SNOW THROWER

Clear more snow with a wide 26"

clearing width and powerful 208cc

Craftsman engine, while easily adjusting

the chute and pitch with the single-hand

joystick control.

• 4-cycle,208cc*CraftsmanOHVengine

• 26"clearingwidth

 • 21"intakeheight

 • Single-handoperation

 • 6forward/2reversespeeds

 • Push-buttonelectricstart

 • Glide-Tech

™

reversible skid shoes

 • 15"x5"X-Trac

™

tires

 • 4-wayjoystickchuteandpitchcontrol

 • Extendedchutewithlifetimewarranty

 • 2-yearwarranty

*As rated by engine manufacturer.

Note: See specific model information. Not all features available on all models.

88970

For paved and gravel

surfaces with moderate

to wet and heavy

snowfall.

88395

For paved and gravel

surfaces with moderate

to wet and heavy

snowfall.

26" CRAFTSMAN®

208CC* DUAL-STAgE

SNOW THROWER

Sometimes the snow just doesn’t stop.

And you don’t have to either, thanks to

EZ Steer Powered Steering for quicker

turns and a 4-way, single-hand joystick

for chute and pitch control.

 • 4-cycle,208cc*CraftsmanOHVengine

 • 26"clearingwidth

 • 21"intakeheight

 • Single-handoperation

 • 4-wayjoystickchuteandpitchcontrol

 • Push-buttonelectricstart

 • 6forward/2reversespeeds

 • 15"x5"X-Trac

™

tires

• EZSteerPoweredSteering

 • DeluxeGlide-Tech

™

reversible skid shoes

• Extendedchutewithlifetimewarranty

 • 2-yearwarranty

88691

For paved and gravel

surfaces with moderate

to wet and heavy

snowfall.

30" CRAFTSMAN®

357CC* DUAL-STAgE

SNOW THROWER

Let this snow thrower handle the hard

work for you. It comes equipped with the

power to chew up heavy snow. And its

electric chute and pitch control makes

throwing the snow in any direction easier.

• 4-cycle,357cc*CraftsmanOHVengine

 • 30"clearingwidth

 • 21"intakeheight

 • Single-handoperation

 • EZSteerPoweredSteering

 • Electric4-wayjoystickchuteand

pitch control

 • Push-buttonelectricstart

 • 6forward/2reversespeeds

 • 16"x6.5"X-Trac

™

tires

 • Tool-lessdriftcutters

 • Extendedchutewithlifetimewarranty

 • DeluxeGlide-Tech

™

reversible skid shoes

 • In-dashLEDheadlight

 • 2-yearwarranty

88396

For paved and gravel

surfaces with moderate

to wet and heavy

snowfall.

Craftsman® CX Series engines have 357cc’s of

power (or more) to handle heavy, wet or even icy

snowfall. These units are all dual-stage with

power steering, X-Trac™ tires for ultimate traction

and headlights to power through any condition.

DUAL-STAGE

CRAFTSMAN® CX SERIES

SNOW THROWERS

EZ STEER POWERED STEERINg

Easily change direction by using the left or

right handle trigger.

13 14

33" CRAFTSMAN® Cx SERIES

357CC* DUAL-STAgE

SNOW THROWER

This snow thrower is built for some of the

toughest snowfalls you’ll ever face. Its

33" clearing width clears a wide path

through the snow, while the heated hand

grips keep your hands warm.

 • 4-cycle,357cc*CraftsmanOHVengine

 • 33"clearingwidth

 • 22"intakeheight

 • Single-handoperation

 • Heatedhandgrips

 • In-dashLEDheadlight

 • EZSteerPoweredSteering

 • Remotechuterotationandpitchcontrol

 • Push-buttonelectricstart

 • 6forward/2reversespeeds

 • 16"x6.5"X-Trac

™

tires

 • Tool-lessdriftcutters

 • LargeGlide-Tech

™

reversible skid shoes

 • 2-yearwarranty

45" CRAFTSMAN® Cx SERIES

420CC* DUAL-STAgE

SNOW THROWER

This is where the line between snow

thrower and snowplow blurs. With an

extra-wide 45" clearing width, extra-

powerful 420cc engine and dual 16" x 6.5"

tires, you can clear your driveway, the

neighbor’s driveway and every piece of

pavement in the neighborhood.

 • 4-cycle,420cc*CraftsmanOHVengine

 • 45"clearingwidth

 • 22"intakeheight

 • Single-handoperation

 • Heatedhandgrips

 • In-dashLEDheadlight

 • EZSteerPoweredSteering

 • Remotechuterotationandpitchcontrol

 • Push-buttonelectricstart

 • 6forward/2reversespeeds

 • Dual16"x6.5"X-Trac

™

tires

 • Tool-lessdriftcutters

 • LargeGlide-Tech

™

reversible skid shoes

 • 2-yearwarranty

* As rated by engine manufacturer.

Note: See specific model information. Not all features available on all models.

88398

For paved and gravel

surfaces with moderate

to wet and heavy

snowfall.

88397

For paved and gravel

surfaces with moderate

to wet and heavy

snowfall.

TOOL-LESS DRIFT CUTTERS

Cut into higher snowbanks to loosen and clear

extra snow.

LED HEADLIgHT

Work safely and conveniently day or night

with built-in light.

UP TO 45" CLEARINg WIDTH

Larger clearing widths and intake heights can

remove more snow faster.

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SNOW THROWER

CUSTOMER

BUYING GUIDE

- OHV Design with Cross-Flow Cylinder Head: More efficient,

cleaner-burning engine provides powerful performance.

- 110 Volt Push-Button Electric Starter: Starts up easily

without pulling the starter rope. Plug it in, push a button

and you’re ready to go.

- 20 Watt AC/DC Alternator: For features such as headlights

and heated hand grips, where applicable.

- Low-Tone Muffler with Heat Shield: Significantly reduces

exhaust noise to the appreciation of the user and their

neighbors.

- Induction Discharge Ignition: Delivers longer spark

duration for easy, dependable starting in frigid, subzero

temperatures – as low as 20 degrees below zero!

- Mechanical Governor: Provides precise control of engine

speed for faster response during sudden load changes.

Results in smooth, consistent and trouble-free clearing

power.

TRUST. IN YOUR HANDS.

Craftsman tests snow throwers in the most demanding

conditions. We do this to make sure every unit can back

what it claims to do and even things it doesn’t claim –

like exceeding your expectations.

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CONTENTS

**Select items may be available online only. 24-hour online parts ordering at www.sears.com or www.searspartsdirect.com.

18

2Sears

Information

5

4

How

to Choose

Single-Stage vs.

Dual-Stage

7Single-Stage

Snow Throwers

9Dual-Stage

Snow Throwers

13 Dual-Stage

Craftsman® CX Series

Snow Throwers

15 2012/13

Craftsman

Lineup

18 Snow Thrower

Accessories

SNOW THROWER ACCESSORIES**

DUAL-STAGE

4-CYCLE

ENGINE

Primer

Heat Shield

Fuel Tank Cap

Oil Fill/Dipstick

Push/Pull Safety Key

Fuel Tank

Throttle

Choke

Recoil Start

Starter Handle

Electric Start

MODEL # Auger

Belt

Drive

Belt

Spark

Plug

Engine

Oil

Full

Synthetic

Oil

Fuel

Stabilizer

Maint.

Kit

Shear

Pins

Skid

Shoes

Engine

Keys Cab Cover Snow Mat

88502 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 33974

88780 33158 N/A 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 N/A N/A 33962 N/A N/A 33974

88782 33158 N/A 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 N/A N/A 33962 N/A N/A 33974

88170 33158 33169 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88389 33967 33962 88843 33399 33974

88172 33158 33169 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88389 33967 33962 88843 33399 33974

88173 33158 33169 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88389 33967 33962 88843 33399 33974

88970 33158 33169 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88389 33967 33962 88843 33399 33974

88691 33158 33169 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88389 33967 33962 88843 33399 33974

88395 33969 33971 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88389 33967 33962 88843 33399 33974

88396 33969 33971 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88389 33967 33962 88843 33399 33974

88397 33970 33972 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88992 33967 33962 88843 88979 33974

88398 33970 33972 33961 88298 88264 33500 33973 88992 33967 33962 88843 88979 33974