Sears 536 884821 Users Manual

536.884821 to the manual 44e78a67-6363-43fa-b74b-4f20693e7172

2015-02-05

: Sears Sears-536-884821-Users-Manual-399486 sears-536-884821-users-manual-399486 sears pdf

Open the PDF directly: View PDF .
Page Count: 44

Download
Open PDF In Browser	View PDF

OWNER'S
MAHUAL

MODEL NO.

536.884821

CRRFr$IRN

Caution:
Read and Follow

5 HORSEPOWER
24" DUAL STAGE

All Safety Rules
and Instructions

FREE=WHEELIHG TRACK

Before Operating
This Equipment

SNOW THROWER
Optional Electric Start
• Assembly
="Operation
Maintenance
• Service and Adjustments
= Repair Parts

[

.................................................

.._....

ql U q

IIII1'

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.
.....

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

i nl

'11

IIII

......

.......

ill

SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT
SPARK PLUG WIRE AND 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

FUEL SAFETY

•

•
•

Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
Use an approved fuel container,

•

Check fuel supply before each use, aflowing
space for expansion as the heat of the engine
and/or sun can cause fuel to expand.

•

Fill fuel tank outdoors with 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.

•

•
•

•

Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be thoroughly fan]iliar with the controls and the proper
use of the snow thrower. Know how to stop the
snow thrower and disengage the controls
quickly.
Do not operate the snow thrower without wearing adequate winter outer garments. Wear
footwear that will improve footing on slippery
surfaces.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small chirdren, and pets.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow
thrower isto be used and remove alldoormats,
sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects..
Use extension cords and receptacles as
specified by the manufacturer for all snow
throwers with electric drive motors or with
factory-installed or optional starting motors
Use only attachments and accessories approvedby the manufacturer of the snow thrower
(such as eiectric starter kits, etc.)
Never operate the snow lhrower without good
visibility or light. Always be sure of your foot}ng,
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 whi(e 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,

•

Never store fuel or snow th rower wilh fuel in the
tank inside a building where fumes may reach
an open flame or spark.
OPERATING SAFETY
•
Never atlow 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 instruction _Do not carry passengers.
•
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
during operation or while performing .'n adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign
objects that may be thrown from the snow
thrower.
•
Exercise extreme 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,
especially when operating in reverse or backing up.

•

Do not clear snow across the face of slopes.
Exercise caution when changing direction on
slopes_ Do not attempt to clear'steep slopes.

•

Neveroperate the snowthrowerwithoutproper
guards, plates or other safety protective devices in place.

SAFETY RULES
REPAIR/ADJUSTMENTS SAFETY

Never operate the snow thrower near glass
enclosures, automobiles, window wells, dropoffs, and the like without proper adjustment of
the snow discharge angre. Keep children and
pets away_.
®
Never operate the snow thrower at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces_ Look behind
and use care when backing..
e
Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow
anyone in front of the snow thrower.
®
Do not run the engine indoors, except when
sta_ng 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 ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS).
e
Take all possible precautions when leaving the
snow thrower unattended_. Disengage the augedimpeller, shift to neutral, stop engine, and
remove key,
e
Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
SAFE STORAGE
e
Always refer to 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 tank inside a building where ignitionsources
are present such as hot water and space
heaters, clothes dryers, and the likenAllow the
engine to cool before storing in any enclosure_

After striking a foreign object, stop the engine
remove the wire from the spark plug or disconnect the cord from the electric motor°
Thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for any
damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower°
If the snow thrower should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine or electric motor
and check immediately for the cause. Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble.,
Stop the engine or electric motor whenever
you leave the operating position before unclogging the auger/impeller housing or discharge guide, and when making any repairs,
adjustments, or inspections. Removewire form
spark plug or disconnect cord from electric
motor.

•

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.

Never attempt to make any adjustments while
the engine is running (exceptwhen specifically
recommended in this manual).
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

e
o

Run the snow thrower a few minutes after
throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of the
auger/impeller.

LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT
_

IMPOR'[ANT
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
IT
MEANS-ATTENTION!!!
BECOME ALERT!I!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears
CraftsmanSnow _rower_ It hasbeen designed,engineeredand manufactured to give you the bestpossible
dependabilityand performance.
Shouldyou experienceany problemyou cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service
Center/Department. We have competent,welt4rained
techniciansand the propertoolsto se_ce or repairthis
uniL
Pleaseread and retainthis manual. 'Theinstructions
will
enableyouto assembleand maintainyoursnowthrower
_mpedy. Alwaysobservethe =SAFETY RULES."

_SE POWER:
: :

5 hp

,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

DISPLACEMENT:

10.49
cu. In.

GASOLINE CAPACITY:

2 quart
Unleaded

...........

,,,,,,,,,

OIL (20 oz., Capacity):

MODEL
NUMBER 536_884821
SPARK PLUG :
(GAP .030 In.)

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_

VALVE CLEARANCE:

......... Hi

SAE 10W-30 or
5W-30"
Champion
RJ19LM
Intake: .010 In.
Exhaust: .010 in.

"S.AIF...5W-30 motor O" maybe used to make
starting easier In areas where the temperature Is
20° F or lower.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIALNUMBER
AND DATE OF PURCHASEAND KEEP IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE°

MAINTENANCE

.....

OPTIONAL ACCESSORY
An electricstarterkit(StockNo.,71-8894) is available for
this snowthrower and may be ordered throughSears
Retailor CatologStores Installation instructions for the
electricstarter are includedin thiskit.

AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this
product, Contactyournearest Sears Storefor details_

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observethe safety rules°
• Followa regularschedulein maintaining,caring tot and usingyoursnowthrower.,
• FolJowthe instructions under "Maintenance"and =Storage"sectionsof thisowner'smanual

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN
SNOW THROWER
Fortwo yearsfrom the date of purchase,when this Craftsman Snow Throweris maintained,lubricated
and tuned-upaccording to the instructionsin the owner'smanual,Searswitl repair,free of charge, any
detect in materialand workmanship.
It this CraftsmanSnow Throweris usedfor commercialor rentalpurposes,this warrantyappliesfor only
90 days from the date of purchase.
This warrantydoes not coverthe following:
• Expendableitemswhichbecome worndudngnormaluse, such as spark plugs,ddve belts and shear
p_so
Repairsnecessarybecause of operatorabuse or negligence,including bent crankshaftsand the failure
to maintainthe equipmentaccordingto the instructionscontainedin the owner'smanual.
WARRANTY'SERVICE IS AVAILABLEBY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER TO THE
NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY
APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE iN THE UNITED STATES,
Thiswan_antygivesyou speciticlegal rights,and youmay also have otherdghts whichmay varyfrom
state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. Department731CR_W,Sears Tower, Chicago,tL60684
..........

: :: ............,,,J=,

.....

,,,

,,,,,,

i uH=

...................
........

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
.............................................
10-14

MAINTENANCE
..............................................15-! 6
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
........... 17-24
STORAGE .....................................................
25
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
.................26
TROUBLE SHOOTING ................................. 27
REPAIR PARTS (SNOW THROWER),..
2B-40
REPAIR PARTS (ENGINE) ...................... 41-44
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE
........Back Cover

iNDEX

Span P!ug ...............................................
24
Track
....................................................
23
Traction and Auger .................................
18
Assemoly
Cran_ Assembly
...........................
8
ShiI!er Lever ......................................... 9
Skio Hergnt Adjustment ............. 7, 17
Unpac_iog ........................................... 7
B
Belts:
Ad)ust Belts ...........................................18
Belt Gu_oe Adjustment ........................20
Bett Maintenance
.................................
15

F
Free-Wheel. Track ......................................
12
Fuel. Type .............................................
4. I3
Fuel, Storage ....................................13, 25
Friction Wheel:
Adjustment ...........................................21
Replacement ................................... 22
G
Gears:
Auger Gear Box .................................15
Hex Shaft ............................................ 15
H
Hanoi{e, Upper ano Lower ......................B
Height Adjust Skids .........................7, 17
Hex Shaft ...................................
15.22
l
[gnilion. Key ............................
";0.1 I, 13, 14
!ndex ................................................................
5
L
Levers
AugerDrive Clutch .. 7.9, 10, 1 Io 18
Choke .........................................
I0, 1 I. 13, I4
Shffler .......................................................
9, 10
Throttle Controt .......... I0, 11,13, 14
Traction Dr_e Clulcn ..7..9, 10, 11, 18
Lubrication:
Auger Gear Box ..................................15
Auger Shatt ..................................
15, 26
Chart .................................................... 26

Operating Tips ..................................................
t4
Starting the Engine ......................................
I3
Snow Thrower Controls...................
10-12
Weight Transfer System ..........................
12
P
Parts
PrimerButton

28-39
.....................;0, _ !. _3. ;4
R
RepatrlReplacement
Parts ............28-39
Replacemenls:
Auger Shear Bolt ..........................................
23
Belts ....................................................
19.20
Friction Wheel ................................. 22
S
.................................................................

A
Adjustmen!:
Auger ..............................................................
1B
Bm! ..................................................................
18
Bett Gui_e
...............................................
20
Cabie ............................................................
t8
Carburelor .............................................24
Frick;on Wheei ........................................
21

Satety Rules .................................................
2.3
Service and Adjustments:
Auger Housing Height .......................
7.17
Auger Shear Bolt ...........................................
23
Betts .......................................................
18-20
Belt Guide ............................................................
20
Belt Replacements ..............................
19,20
Replace Belts ..................................
19, 20
C
Cable ........................................................
7, 9, 1
Cables..C:_ch .....................................
7, 9_ t 8
Carburetor ....................................................
24, 25
Ca_ure_.or: ...........................................
24, 25
Friction Wheel ..........................................
22
Chain ............................................................
15
Spark Rug ..........................................................
24
Track .......................................................................
23,
Choke .............................................
;O. 11, i3
Se rvk?.eRecommendations ....................
26
Clutch Levers ............................. 10, 11
Conlro_s:
Spark Plug ............................................
18, 24
Specifications ..................................................
4
Engine ....................................
10, 11, t3, 14
Engine ........................................................
14, 16
SnowThrower .......................................
t0
Hex Shaft and Gears ...........................
15
Speed Governor .................................................
24
Crank:
Starting the Engine .........................................
t3
Weight Trans|er System ...............
12, 15
M
Stopping the Engine .......................
11, 13.14
Adjusting Rod ............................................
8, 17
Maintenance:
Assemoly ...........................................................
8
Stopping the Snow Thrower ....................
11
Operaticn ......................................................
11
Agreement ............................................................
4
Shipping Oarton .....................................
6, 7
Customer Responsibilities
............................
4
Auger Gear Box .....................................
15
Skid Height ............................................
7, 17
D
ShitTer
Lever ...........................................
9-I0
Auger Shaft .................................................
15
Shear Bofts ............................................
23
Drive, Auger ..................................................
1t
Engine ................................................................
16
Ddveo Traction .........................................
11
GeneraIRecommenoations ............. 15
Storage ...............................................
25
T
De|lectoro Snow Chute ...............................
11
Hex Shaft and Gears .........................15
Table ol Contents ....................................5
Weight Transfer System ......................
15
E
O
Trouble Shooting Chart .................... 26
Oil:
ToolsforAssembly .....................................
6
Engine:
Control ...............................10, 11, 13, 14
Traction Drive Bert ...................................
18, 20
Engine ..........................................
4, 12, 16
Oil Cap .................................................
12, 16
Extreme Cold Weather ....................
13,16
Track Adjustmanl ..........................................
23
W
Oil Change ..................................................
t6
Storage ..............................................................
25
Oil Level .....................................................
12, 16
Warranty .......................................................
4
Type ......................................................
4, 12, 16
Weight Transter System ......................
12, t5
Oil Type .................................. 4. 12, 16
Operation:
Speed Governor .................................................
24
Engine Controls ...............10,11, 13,14
Free-Whee!, Track .....................................
12
Starting ......................................................
t3
Storage .............................................................
25
Operating Snow Thrower.... 11, 12, t 4

lllll

,,,,

ASSEMBLY

................

.............................................

ii i!111

.................

THIS SNOW TI-IROWER HAS A TRACK DRIVE SYSTEM EQUIPPED TO GIVE
YOU FREE-WHEELING

CAPABILITY

If yoursnowthrower must be movedwithoutthe aid of the engine,it willbe easier to pullthe snow thrower
backwardby the handles, ratherthan pushing.For detailson how to use the free-wheelingcapability,see the
Track Drive/Free-WheelFeature paragraphin the Operation sectionof this manual
On startup, the track drive systemmay be tightbut will loosenup as the snowthroweris used Afterfirst use, check
the track for tension and adjustif necessary.,See the "track Adjustmentparagraphin the Service and
Adjustmentssectionof this manual. Checktrack adjustmentand fastenersreguladyo

CONTENTS

OF SHIPPING

CARTON

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

1 - Snow throwercompletelyassembledexceptfor
the crankassembly, and the upperhandle,which
is in the folded downposition.

12 22 11-

1 - Partsbag containing:
1 - Owner'smanual (not shown)and
Pans shownbelow:

CONTENTS
...............

IIIII

OF PARTS BAG

IIIIIIII

II1'11111[11

°2 - Spa_e 114-20x 1-3/4
In. Hox Head Screws

1 - KnobwithThreads
IH,ILIJ

,,,I[HIIII
_',11'III

iiiiiiiiiiiiii

"2 - Spare Spacers

............

III

"2 - Spare 1/4-20 Hex nuts

2 _iginitionKeys

"Non-Assembled
Parts
ill

Knife (to cut carton and plastic ties)
1/2 inch wrenches (or a_ustabre wrenches)
9f16 inch wrenches (or adjustable wrenches)
3/4 inch wrenches (or adjustable wrenches)
Pliers (Io spread cotter pin)
Screwdriver

......................
ASSE..........
L¥ ..............
'...........
Hi,

_lll,lllll,

..........

-..

........................

,,,

Figure1 showsthe snowthmwerintheshippingposition.

.__..:. ......................

ll.i

LOWER HANDLE

Figure2 showsthe snowthrowercomptetety
assembled,

ill

_,_

..........................................

.,_:..

CONTROL PANEL

Reference to the righl and left hand side of the snow
throweris from the operator'spositionat the handle,,
CLUTCH
CABLE

TO REMOVE SNOW THROWER

FROM CARTON (See Fig. 1)
e

Removethe staples fromtop of carton.

Locate the crankassembly and placethe assembly
aside,

Remove and discard the packing material from
aroundthe snow thrower,.

Cut allfourcomersof the cartonfromtop to bottom
and lay laythe panelsflat,.

Removethe packingmaterialfrom the shifterplate
and upper handle assembly.

Rollthesnowlhmweroffthecartonby pullingon the
lower handle,,

UPPER
HANDLE
ASSEMBLY

CRANK ASSEMBLY

NOTE: The drive systemmay be tightwhen you firstuse
yoursnowthrower.It loosensup as you use ito

CHUTE
DEFLECTOR

CLUTCH
CABLES

e
To completeupper handle installationand install
chutecrank assembly,see To InstallThe UpperHandle
and CrankAssemblyparagraphon page 8.

SHIFTER

NOTE: If thecableshave becomedisconnected fromthe
clutchlevers, reinstallthe cables as shownin Fig.3,

HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW
THROWER
Your snow thrower is equippedwith heightadjust
skids (See Fig. 2) on the outside of the auger
housing,, To adjust the skid height for different
conditions, see To AdjustSkid Heightparagraphon
page 17._

FIG. 2

TRACTION
DRt!/E
LEVER

"Z" FITTING

CAUTION: IF YOU ARE REMOVING
,_

SNOW
FROM
ANY ROCKY
OR UNEVEN
SURFACE,
RAISE
THE FRONT
OF THE
SNOW THROWER BY MOVING THE
SKIDS DOWN. THIS WILL HEt.P TO PREVENT
ROCKS AND OTHER DEBRIS FROM BEING
PICKED UP AND THROWN BY THE AUGER,
..............

;;

..........

.......

FIG. 3

i i illll,

ii,i ii ,ll

....

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

MBLY
TO INSTALL THE UPPER HANDLE
CRANK ASSEMBLY

i/ J iui

AND

•

Remove the screws,flatwashers,to.washers and
hexnuts secudngthe shifterplate inthe lowerholes
of the lower handle..

•

Loosen,t_Jtdo not remove,thescrews,flatwashers,
lockwashers, and hex nuts in the upperholesof the
lowerhandle_

•

Raise upper handle into operatingposition.,Upper
handleshouldbe to the outsideof the lower handle
and shifterplate to the inside.

•

Replacethe screws0flatwashers,lockwashers, and
hex nutsthroughthehandlesandshifterplate.Do not
lightenuntil all bolts are in ptace_T'_jhtenlefthand
side first.

_'tB"

FIG. 4A

NOTE: Unless you have the assistanceof anotherperson,itmay be easierto install one sideofthehandleat the
time.
•
•

•

Tightenthe screw, flat'washer,Iockwasherand hex
nut at the upper dght hand hole only (See Fig,4A),
Remove the screw,flatwasher,Iockwasherand hex
nutfrom the upper lefthand holeofthe lowerhandle
and discard,
Remove the 3/8" nylon iocknutand flatwasherfrom
theeye bolt assembly(on lhe chutecrank assembly
eadier)_Check tomake surethetwo3/8"jamnutsare
tight.The jam nuts shouldbe 3.75 inches fromthe
endof the eye bolt (Fig. 4B).
Install eye bolt through lower hole on the left hand
side of the handle (See Fig.,4B)_

•

Installthe 3/8" ftatwasherand the3/8" nylonlocknut
looselyon the eye bolt as shownin Fig_4Bo

•

Removetheptasticcap, thecotterpinandthewasher
from the wormedend ofthe crank assemblyand set
aside (See Fig°5)_
Rotate the notched sectionof the dischargechute
towardthe crank*adjustingrod..
Installthe wormed end of thecrankthroughthe hole
in the adjustingrod and securethe end with the flat
washer and cotter pin, as shownin Fig. 5

•
•

•

Bendthe ends of the cotter pin aroundthe rodand
reinstallthe plasticcap.

•

Tighten the eye bolt installedearlier, keepingeye in
linewiththe rodwhiletighteningthe insidesecurely

•

Make sure the outside3/8" jam nut is upagainstthe
other3/8" jam nutand slidethebootoverthe adapter
(See F_,.
4B).

•

FIG. 5

Rotate the chute crank fully clockwiseand fully
counter-clockwise, The discharge chute should
rotatefullywith approximately 1/8 inchclearance
betweenthe worm and the bottom of the notch(See
Fig. 5).

•

If the chute crank needs to be adjusted, go to the
Service and Adjustments section on page 17_
Screwssecuringchuteclipsat thebase ofthechute
shouldbe slightlyloose for easy rotation.
NOTE: Besurethe crankdoes nottouchthe sideofthe
engineor the coverwillbe scratched,:..................................................

.................................................
8

ASS

LY
,llll

TO iNSTALL SHIFTER LEVER KNOB
0

Thread the shifterlever knobontothe threaded end
of the shifterlever until itis snug against the hex rut
and the lipis pointedtowardthe engine.T_jhten the
hexnutagainst thebottomoftheshiftleverknob_(See
Fig, 6,)
.....................

i ,,I,L

TO CHECKJADJUST CLUTCH
CONTROL CABLES
The controlcables,Fig. 7, attached to the augerclutch
lever and tractionclutchlever may need to be adjusted
before you use yoursnow thrower,,
For instructionson checking or adjusting the control
cables,see ToAdjustClutchControlCablesparagraphon
page 18,

SNIFTER KNOB
i

AUGER

i,,11

iiiiiiiiiiii

CLUTCH

TRACTION

LEVER

: :

CLUTCH

LEVER

NUT

OFF

LEVER

FIG. 6

CONTROL CABLES

................
F,G.7

..........

IJWIILIIlU III

IIII

iiiiii

IIIIIIIII

I I

IIIIII

..... III1'1111 i

OPERA: ION
KNOwYOUR SNow THROWER

................................................................

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING
YOUR SNOW
THROWER. Comparethe illustrationswith yoursnowthrowerto famgiarizeyourseffwith the locationof vadous
commls and adjustments.Save this manualfor futurereference,
AUGERDRIVE
LEVER

'TRACTION DRNE

PRIMER B bq'TON

CRANK
ASSEMBLY

CHUTE
DEFLECTOR

SPEED
LEVER

STARTER
HANDLE

CHOKE CONTROL

WEmHr

THROTTLE CONTROL

PEDAL

CHUTE

HEIGHT ADJUST

FIG. 8
SEARS FREE-WHEELING SNOW THROWERS conformto the safety standardsof the AmericanNational
StandardsInstitute.
AUGER DRIVE LEVER-Starts and stopsthe augerand
impeller(snow gatttering and throwing).
"rRACTION DRIVE LEVER - Propelsthe snow thrower
forwardand in reverse,
SPEED SHIFTER LEVER _ Selects the speed of the
snowthrower(6 speedsforwardand 2 speedsreverse).
CRANK ASSEMBLY - Changes the direction of snow
throwingthroughthe dischargechute.
CHUTE DEFLECTOR - Changes the distance the
snow is thrown.
DISCHARGE CHUTE- Changestheheightand direction
the snow isthrown
KLICK PIN - Changesthe trackdrive fromnormaltofreewheeldrive,whk_haltowstheunittobettansportedeasily

...................................

WEIGHT TRANSFER PEDAL * When engaged (by
lifting up on the upper handle) it helps keep the snow
throwerin contactwiththe ground,and reducesrideup
on iceand hard-packedsnow.Whenreleased(bypushingdownon weighttransferpedal with the ball of your
foot), it eases steedng ofthe snow thrower.
HEIGHTADJUSTSKIDS - Adjuststhe groundclearance
of the auger housing_
IGNITION KEY. Mustbe insertedto startthe engine.
RECOIL STARTER HANDLE- Startsthe enginemanually,,
CHOKE CONTROL - Usedto start a cotd engine.
PRIMER BUTTON - Injectsfuel directlyintothe cart_uretormanifoldfor fast stars in coldweather.

........................................................................................................................
RO LE
iheengir e
............
10

..............

II1,1 I11 iii1[11

//_.

ii,

ii iii iiii

OPERATIO

i iiiJllllllllllJll

11111111
iii,

i,iir

shieldswhile operatingthe snowthrower.
We recommend standardsafety glasses available at SEARS Retail or Catalog
eyes, whichcan result in severeeye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye
Stores or a wide visionsafety maskfor over your glasses°

I
......

r=_l

"lllqll_ll'lll"

LI_

HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW
THROWER
TO CONTROL

SNOW

iiiiiii

WING KNOB

DISCHARGE

Turn thecrankassembly to setthedirection of the
snowthrowing,

Loosenthe wing knob on the chute deflectorand
move the deflectorto set the distance Move the
deflector UP for more distance, DOWN for less
distance Then tightenthe wingknob(Fig 9)_

TO STOP YOUR SNOW

RG. 9

THROWER

PRIMER

To stop throwing snow, release the auger drive
lever {See Fig 11)o

To stopthe track, releasethe tractiondrive lever.

To stoptheengine,pushthe throttlecontrolleverto
offand pull outthe ignitionkey (See Fig, 10)
NOTE: DO NOT turn key.

BUTTON

TO MOVE FORWARD
•

IGNITION
KEY

AND BACKWARD

CHOKE

RECOIL

CONTROL

To shift,release the tractiondrive lever and move
the speed shifterlever to the speed you desire
Ground speed is determinedby snow conditions
Select the speed you desireby movingthe speed
_hiffer lever intothe appropriatecoloredarea on the
control panel,

STARTER
HANDLE

THROTTLE

CONTROL

ill

i ,,,H ii

FIG. 10

TRACTION DRIVE
LEVER

Red - Wet, Heavy, Slushy, Extra Deep
Amber - Moderate

AUGER DRIVE

White - Very Light
Green - Transport only
®

•

Engage the traction drive lever (See Fig. 11, left
hand),,As the snowthrowerstarts to move, maintain
a firm hold on the handles, and guide the snow
thrower along the cleadng path Do not attempt to
push the snow thrower.
To move the snow thrower backward, move the
speed shifterlever into first or secondreverse and
engage the tractiondrivelever (lefthand).

IMPORTANT:

TO THROW

LEFT
HAND

FIG. 11

NEVER MOVE THE SPEED SHIFTER
LEVER WHILE THE TRACTION LEVER IS DOWN

Pushdown
hand).

the auger drive lever(See

Release to stop throwing snow.

LII

III

IIIIIIIII

IIIIIIIIIIIIIII

.......

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.

SNOW

RIGHT
HAND

Fig, 11, dght

OPERATION
......

7IJIIIIMII

IIIjIIIIIILI] ii

I'1 ill

TO USE WEIGHT

TRANSFER

Ill

iii

iiil:llljii

]_ l

SYSTEM

illiilgilllJ J

........

II1'11

ill

....................................

tn hardpacked or heavy snowconditions,conventional
snowthrowerstendtorideup andleaveunevenmounds
of snowbehind.Forthese conditions, yournewtracked
snow throwerhas a uniqueweighttransfersystem (See
Fig,,12) designedto minimize dde4Jp.

(Uftuphere)

Theweight transfersystemengaged shiftsmoreweight
to the auger housing,This weight transferkeeps the
snow thrower in con*actwith the groundand reduces
ride-upon ice and snow°
in lighter snow conditions or when transporting,you
should release the weight transfer system for easier
steedng.
•

To use the weighttransfer system,tilt up on upper
handle untilbracket boltssnap intoplace in upper
slotsof weighttransferpedal.

WEIGHT

•

To release,hold upperhandlefirmlyand pushdown
onthe weighttransferpedalwiththebailof yourfool
NOTE: "[heweight transfersystemwill notwork if the
auger housingheight adjust skids are adjustedto the
highestposition.

TRANSFER

PEDAL UPPER SLOT'_

FIG.12

TRACK

DRIVE/FREE-WHEEL

FEATURE

The tracksystemon yoursnowthrowerhasa ddvetlreewheelfeature (See Fig 12A) whichallowstheunitto be
transportedeasilywithoutthe enginebeingstarted.
•

To use free_heeling, liftup the loopof the klickpin
inthefronttrack wheel andpull the pinouLInstallIhe
pinthroughthe holein the shaftoutsideofthe track
wheel Repeat on the oppositeside of the unit.

•

To use normaldrive, liftthe loopoftheIdickpinfrom
the outsidehole in the shaft.,Rotatethe fronttrack
wheel untilthe hole in the trackwheel huband the
outsideholeintheshaftare irHine_Placepinthrough
the bole in the track hub_Repeat on the opposite
sideof the unit.

DRIVE WHEEL

RG.12A

NOTE:. tf unit does not move when engine is started,
checkthepin locations°Pinson bothsidesofunitshould
be in the normaldrive positionfor unitto move_

i .........
.....

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
FILL/ADD

..........

OIL:

The engineon this snow throwerwas shippedwithout
oILAddoilbefore you startthe engine_Removetheoil lilt
cap!dipstickand fill the crank case to FULL line on
d_pstick(about 20 ounces) (See Fig. 13) with SA, E.
10W-30motoroil (orequivalent)_Do not overfill. Tighten
the fillcap/dipsticksecurelyeachtime youcheckthe oil
level.

_tk_,' ,/'

BE1BETWEENFULL

AND ADD MARK

...........................................................................................................
RGJ3 ..........................................................
!2

i ii

, ,i ,r,

, ii, L I1'I

II,lll

,.I

TI
..............

FILL GAS:
Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded grade
autornotivegasoline.Besurethatthecontaineryou pour
the gasoline from is clean and free from rust or other
foreignparticles.Never use gasolinethatmay be stale
trom tongperiodsof storage in the container.,
NOTE: S,,A,,E_
5W-30 motor oil may be used to make
startingeasier in areaswhere the temperatureis 20" F,
or lower,,
WARNING: Experience indicates that aP..oholblended
fuels (called gasohot or those 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 STOP ENGINE

To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage for 30 days or linger 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 (Fig 42) Use fresh fuel
next season° (See Storage instructions on page 25 for
additional information°)

To stop engine, movethe throttlecontrollever to
STOP positionand removekey, Keep the key in a
safeplace.,The enginewillnot_lart withoutthekey,_

TO START ENGINE
Be sure thatthe enginehassufficientoil Beforestarling
the engine,be certainthat you have read the folliwing
information:

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

COLD START
....

i,i

ill,ill

ii ill,

CAuTIoN:
GASOL,NE
isFLA"ABLE
_L
AND CAUTION MUST BE USED WHEN
HANDUNG
ORSTORING
ITo
DONOT
FILLFUEL
TANK
WHILE
SNOW
THROWER
RUNN,NG,WHEN
rrISHOT,
OR
WHEN
SNOW
THROWER
SINANENCLOSED
e

AREA.
KEEP AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME OR AN ELECTRICAL SPARK AND DO NOT SMOKE WHILE
FILLING THE FUEL TANK.

Push the key into the ignition slot found in parts
page, Be sure it snaps into place._DO NOT TURN
KEY., Place extra key in a safe place.,

Press the primer I_Jtton in cold weather Press
twoor three times, whifekeepingyour linger over
the vent hole on the pdmer button_ Additional
pdming may be necessary for the first start if the
temperature is below t5 ° F,,Do not prime it temperature is above 50° F.
Pull the starter handle rapidly. Do not allow the
handle to snap back, but allow it to rewind slowly
while keeping a firm hold on the starterhandle,,
As the engine warms up and begins to operate
evenly, rotate the choke knob slowly to OFF
position°ffthe enginefalters,returnto FULLchoke,
then slowtymove to OFF choke position_

MAKE SURE TO WIPE UP ANY SPILLED FUEL
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE.

..............

Move the throttle controlupto RUN position.

Rotatechokecontro!to FULL choke position,

ALWAYS FILL FUEL TANK OUTDOORS AND
USE A FUNNEL OR SPOUT TO PREVENTSPILLING.

STORE GASOUNE IN A CLEAN, APPROVED
CONTAINER AND KEEP THE CAP IN PLACE ON
THE CONTAINER.

(See Fig. 14)

Be suretheaugerddve andthetractiondrivelevers
are in the disengagedRELEASED position,

NEVER FILL THE TANK COMPLETELY. FILL
THETANKTO WITHIN 1/4"-1/2" FROMTHETOP
TO PROVIDE SPACE FOR EXPANSIONOF FUEL

ii ,,

CAUTION: NEVER RUN ENGINE INDOORS ORIN ENCLOSED, POORLY
VENTILATED AREAS. ENGINE EXHAUST CONTAINS CARBON MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS AND DEADLY GAS.
KEEP HANDS, FEET, HAIR AND LOOSE
CLOTHING AWAY FROMANY MOVING PARTS
ON ENGINE AND SNOW THROWER.
WARNING: TEMPERATUREOF MUFFLER AND
NEARBY AREAS MAY EXCEED 150° F. AVOID
THESE AREAS.
DO NOT ALLOW CHILDRENOR YOUNG TEENAGERS TO OPERATE OR BE NEAR SNOW
THROWER WHILE IT IS OPERATING.

NOTE: Before using the snow thrower, allow the engine
towarm up fora few minutesbecause the engine willnot
developfult poweruntil itreachesoperating temperature°
•
Run the engine at or near the top speed when
throwingsnow.,

......

ii_pr_

iiiiii

...........

...............

IIIIg JL

iiiiiii

lIIIILII
I'IIIII

lilt

._:

Ill'It' IJI

OPERATION
iiiiii,

PRIMER

BUTTON

i, iii i1,111i

........................................

IGNITION

KEY

For normalusage,set the skidsso thai the scraper
bar is 1/8" above the skids, Fo_"extremely hardpackedsnowsurfaces,adjustthe skids upwardso
thatthe scraperbar touchesthe ground.,

•

On gravel orcrushedrocksurfaces,set theskidsat
t-1/4" below the scraperbar (see To AdjustSkid
Heightparagraphon page t7). Stones and gravel
must notbe pickedup and thrownby the machine,.

•

If the front of the snow thrower has a tendencyto
raise, reduce the ground speed and engage the
weighttransfersystem.

•

Alter the snow blowing job has been completed,
allowthe engine to idlefora few minutes, whichwill
meltsnowand accumulated iceoft the engine

•

Clean thesnowthrower thoroughlyafter eachuse.

•

Removeice and snowaccumulation and all debris
fromthe entiresnow thrower,and flush withwater
(if possible)to remove all saltor otherchemicals.
Wipe snow throwerdry,,

CHOKE
CONTROL

STARTER

THROTTLE CONTROL

HANDLE

FIG, 14

WARM

START

tf restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown, rotate
choketo OFF instead of FULL and do notpush theprimer
button..
FROZEN

STARTER

If the starteris frozen and wiltnot turnengine:
•

Pull as much rope out ofthe starteras possible.,

•

Release the starter handle and let it snap back
againstthestarter.

i=l

e RELEASE AUGER
DRIVE LEVERS.

illl i '

SNOW THROWING TIPS

•

Most efficientsnowblowingis accomplishedwhen
the snow is removedimmediatelyafter it falls.

•

For completesnow removal,slightlyoverlap each
path previouslytaken. Use more overlap in deep
snowto prevent ovedoading_

•

The snow shouldbe dischargeddownwindwhenever possible..
.................................................................

DRIVE

.... i

AND TRACTION

• DO NOT PLACE YOUR HANDS IN THE
AUGER OR DISCHARGE CHUTE. USE A
PRY BAR.

With the engine not running, wipe all snow and
moisturefromthecarburetorcoverinarea ofcontrol
levers., Also move throttlecontrol, choke control,
and starterhandleseveral times,

Formaximum snowthrower efficiencyin removing
snow,adjustgroundspeed, NEVERthethrottle. Go
slowerin deep, freezingor wet snow.It thetrack
sr_s, reduceforwardspeed,Theengineisdesigned
to delivermaximum performanceatfullthrottleand
shouldbe runat this powersettingat all times.

::.:_

• REMOVE (DO NOTTURN) IGNITION KEY,
• DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE.

With the engine running, pull thestarter ropehard
witha continuous fullarmstrokethreeor fourtimes.
Pullingof starterropewillproducea loud clattering
sound.. This is not harmfulto the engineor starter..

•

: ..........

• MOVE THROTTLE LEVER TO STOP POSITION.

To help preventpossiblefreeze-up of recoilstarterand
engine controls, proceed as fol!ows after each snow
removaljob..

•

LODGED
IN ITEM
AUGER
WITHOUT
TAKING
MOVE ANY
THAT
MAY BECOME
THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS:

If the enginestillfails to start, repeat untilit starts_

.....

CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RE,,

...........

............

MAINTENANCE
GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS
(PULL UP GENTLY AT CENTER)

The warrantyon thissnowthrowerdoes notcoveritems
that have been subjectedto operator abuse or negligence,.To receivefull value from the warranty,operator
must maintain snowthrower as instructedinthis manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
propedy mainlain your snow thrower,
All adjustments inthe Service and Adjustments section of
this manual should be checked at feast once each

season,
AFTER

FIRST USE

Check thetracks for tension and adjust if necessary
(See To Adjust Track paragraph on page 23).
Checkthe track adjustment and fasteners reguladyr

Be sure that all tasteners are tight..

FIG. 15

AS REQUIRED
The following adjustments
than once each season.

should be performed more

Auger and Track Drive Belts shouid be adjusted
alter the first 2 hours of use and again after 25 hours
and at the beginning o! each season SeeTo Adjust
Belts paragraph on page 19

All screws and nuts should be checked often to
make sure they are tight, pre{erabty alter each use.

SNOW THROWER

............

,,r,;,,'r'
'
"

FIG. 16
LUBRICATION

- EVERY

TEN HOURS

•

Weight Transter System _Coat weight transler side
plates with clinging type grease, such as Lubrip_ate,
every ten (10) hours and before storage,, See Lubrication Chart on page 26

Auger Shaft- Using a hand greasegun,lubricatethe
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 on page 23), the augershaft MUSTbe greased,

CHAINS

For storage or when replacing shear boils, remove
shear boils and lubricate auger shaft zed_s,,Rotate
augers several times on the shaft and reinstal! the
shear bolts.

LUBRICATION
e

FRICTION
WHEEL

HEX
SHAFT

Should grease or oilcomein contactwith the discdrive
plate or frictionwheel, be sure to clean the plate and
wheel thoroughly_

- NOT REQUIRED

NOTE: Forstorage,the hexshaft and gears shouldbe
wipedwith10W-30motoroittopreventresting (See Fig..
17)_

Hex Shaft and Gears- Hex shaft and gears require
no lubrication, Altbearings andbushings are liletime
lubricated and require no maintenance (See Fig 17),,

NOTE: Any greasing or oiling of the above components
can cause contamination ol the frictionwheel, If the disc
driveplate or friction wheel come in contact with grease
or oil, damage to the friction wheel will result,,
15

Auger Gear Box - The auger gear box has been
factory lubricatedfor lite If for some reason lubricant should leak out, have augergearcase checked
by a competent repairrnan_

1111 1111,11,1111111
, 1111111111111

iii

TENANCE

, i

[ii

ENGINE

111111
111111,,,

'11'1
'1

111

:::

I t' i

IILI

........

....
:

LUBRICATION
Check the crankcase oil level (See Fig. 18) before
starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of
continuous use°Add S.A.E_10W-30 motor oil or equ ivalenL Tighten fill capldipstick securely each time you
check theoil level SA,E_ 5W-30 motor oil may be used
to make starting easier in areas where the temperature
is 20° F or iower_

FIG, 18

Changethe oil afterlirst two hours of operation and every
25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the snow
thrower is not used for 25 hours (See Fig. 19).
•

Position snow thrower so that the oil drain ptug is
lowest point on the engine. Remove oil drain plug
and oil fill captdipstick,. Drain oil into a suitable
container. Oil will drain more freely when warm,

•

Replace oil drain plug and tighten securely,, Refill
crankcase with S_AE, i0W-30 motor oit (or equivalent). S.A_E,.5W-30 motor oil may be used to make
starting easier in areas where the temperature is
20 ° F or Iower_

SPARK

Hi,ill ]lw

OIL FILL CAP/
DIPS'lICK

PLUG
ILl

•

Make sure that the spark plug is tightened securely
into the engine and the spark pJug 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 thesparkplugand reset thegap periodically

III

FIG. 19

I L I_I

I'III

..........

= u

.....

.......
$ ..... CE AND ADJUST

i,ii i,,ll_ i

,,11 ,i

...............

..........

,ll,lll,lll,l,i
.......

,,,,,,,,,,i

SPARK PLUG WIRE AND 'TIE BACK
AWAY FROM THE PLUG BEFORE MAKCAUTION:
ALWAYS DISCONNECT
THE I
ING ANY ADJUSTMENTS
OR REPAIRS.
iii

::: _
:

SKID MOUNTING

NUTS

TO ADJUST SKID HEIGHT
This snow thrower is equipped with two height adjustmerit skids, located on the outside of the augerhousing
(See Fig. 20)° These skids elevate the frontof the snow
thrower. For normal hard surfaces, adjust the skids as
follows:
e
Make sure the weight transfer system is released
by holding upper handle firmlyand pushing down
weighttransfer pedal with the ball of your foot.
®

Place extra shear bolts suppiied (found in parts
bag) under each end of the scraper bar near but not
under the skid..

Loosen the skid mounling nuts (See Fig. 20) and
push the skid down until it touches the ground..
Retighten the mounting nuts.

AUGER

After considerable use, the metal scraper bar will have
a detinite wear patternr The scraper bar may have to be
returned to its odginal lower setting to maintain the
original performance lever. To adjust:
Position the snow thrower on a level surface

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

Adjust the scraper bar to the proper position.

Tighten the carriage bolls and nuts, making sure
:hat the scraper bar is parallel with the working
surface.

,,,

Afler extended operation_the scraper bar may be
reversed ifthe scraperbar mustbe replaceddueto
wear, remove the carriage botts and nuts and install
a new scraper bar.

tf you cannot rotate the chute crank fully to the left and to
the right,you need to adjust the chute crank (See Fig. 21)

BAR

i,l,,lll,i

SKiD

TO ADJUST CHUTE
CRANK ASSEMBLY

NOTE: if the skids are at the maximum height, the weight
transfer system will not work..

SCRAPER

HEIGH3 r ADJUST

FIG. 20

®
Set the skid on the other side at same heighL
For rocky or uneven surfaces, raise the front of the snow
thrower by moving the skids down furthers.This wifl help
prevent rocks and other debris from being picked up and
thrown by the auger

TO ADJUST

HOUSING

Loosen both 1t2" nuts on the crank adjusting rod
(using 3/4" wrenches).

Rotate the adjusting rod in or out to allow about
1/8" clearance between the notch in the flange and
the ouler 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°

NOTCHED

PLASTIC
CAP

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 PERSONALINJU RY, PROPERTY
DAMAGE OR DAMAGE TO THE SNOW
THROWER.

COTTER/-'_.

FIG. 21

SECTION

...........

IIIIIIII

iiii

iiiii

,111

iiii

LI3UIL

III1' '

iiiiiii

ii IIIII

E AND ADJUSTMENTS
.............

TO ADJUST THE CLUTCH CONTROL
CABLES

II IIIII iiii1,1,11111

Remove gas fromgas tank+Standblower on end

Disconnect the "Z" Fitting from drive lever.

•

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 with
pliers and adjust the Iocknutin or outuntilthe excess
slack is removed,,

Pull the cable back through the springand connect
the cable. Do the same for the other lever cabte+

II ..........................

CONTROL LEVER

LEVER

MUST

_"_..,___?.

BE IN FULL

FORWARD POS_.
TION (Ju=t Contact.
lng Plastic Bumper)

"Z" FITTING

WHEN

If adjustmentis necessary:
•

'1
,i

TRACTION DRIVE _

Pedodicadjustmentofthecables may berequireddue to
non'natstretchandwearonthe belts Tocheckfor correct
adjustment, the controllever mustbe in Ihe fullforward
position,resting on theplasticbumper+Thecontrol
cables
are correctlyadjustedwhenthecenterofthe"Z"Fittingis
in the centerofthe holeandthere is nodroopin thecable
(See Fig, 22),,

.................

_'_

CHECKING

PLASTIC

BUMPER

FIG+22
TRACTION
DRIVE

NOTE: Whenever the tractiondrive or auger belts are
adjusted or replaced, thecableswillneed tobe adjusted.

TO ADJUST BELTS
FIG. 23

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

...........................

DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25)

The traction drivebelt has constantspringpressure and
does not require adjustment,, Check the clutch control
cable adjustment before replacing the belt

ID_R

PULLEY---_

Replacethe traction drive belt if it+sstill slipping (see To
Replace Beltsparagraph on page 19).
AUGER DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25)

Loosen the nut on the idler pulley(See Fig+25) and
movethe pulleytowardthe belt about1/8",,

•

Tighten the nut.

}

/---i.PeLLER
iiiij/

:,,

_ _,,: _:

.........

FIG. 24
.............

TRACTIO.
Drove
.ELT
TRACTION

Disconnectthe sparkplug wire.
Remove the belt cover_

DFIIVE PULLEY
_
I12 INCH
.__',_4.,_ DEFLEC33ON

PULLEY

If your snowthrowerwillnot dischargesnow,checkthe
controlcable adjustment+if it is correct,then checkthe
conditionof the auger drive bell tt may be loose or
damaged+If it is damaged, replace it. See To Replace
Belts paragraph on page 19+If the auger drive belt is
loose, adjustas follows:
•

iiiiii i II

...........

.........
,dGE.R+VE
B .T

DRWE

BELT GUIDE

PULLEY

(Left Hand)

BELT GUIDE

AUGER

(Right Hind)

PULLEY

DRIVE
IDLER PULLEY

AUGER IDLER
PULLEY

•

Press the auger drive tever_ Check the tensionon
the belt (opposite idler pulley) The belt should
deflect about 1/2" with moderate pressure (See Fig+
24)+
NOTE: You may have tomove the idler pulley morethan
once to obtain the correct tension

•

Check the clutchcontrol cable adjustmenL

•

Reconnect the spad_plugwire.

Replace the belt cover.

FIG+25

i1,,,,i.....

i i

iiii,

,.SERVICE AND
TO REPLACE

BELTS

The drive belts on this snow thrower are o! special
construction and should be replaced with original
equipment belts available from your nearest SEARS
Store or Service Center_
You will need the assistanceof a second person while
replacing the belts°
Drain the gasoline from the fueltankby removing the fuel
line., Drain the gas and reinstall fuel line,,

AUGER DRIVE BELT
If your snow throwerwilt not discharge snow, and the
auger drive belt isdamaged, replace it as to!lows:
®

Disconnect the sparkplugwire.

Remove the beltcover (See Fig,,26).

Loosenthe belt guides (See Fig°27) and pullaway
from the drivepulley.

Loosen the auger idler pulley(See Fig. 28) and slip
the belt out.,

Remove top two bolls that secure auger housing
to motor mount frame. Loosen bottom two bolts.,
Auger housing andmotormount Irame willseparate
hinged by bottom two bolts.

Remove brake arm from housing, Do not remove
spdng,

Remove the belt fromthe augerdrive engine pulley

Install the original equipmentreplacement bell in
reverse order of removal,

GUIDE
(Lalt Hand)

(Right

AUGER
DRIVE
BELT

Hand)

:R DRIVE
PULLEY

TRACTION DRIVE
IDLER PULLEY

PULLEY

FIG, 27
!11'

Position drive belt onto the auger drive putley,

Adjust thedr_vebelt (seeTo Adjust Auger Drive Belt
paragraph on page 18),,

Adjust the belt guides (see To Adjust The Belt
Guides paragraphon page 20)+
Reinstallthe beltcover.

Check clutch control cable adjustment (see page
18)+

•

Reconnect the spark plug wire,,

BELT GUIDE
Hand)

Reinstall brake arm intohousing,,Insure brake arm
isfullyinsertedinto housingand brake pad is riding
in pulley groove°

_32

ll_j

3/32 INCH

{Righ! Hand)
AUGER
PULLEY ENGAGED

IMPELLER
PUL L_Y

,,i,,

iii

,lira i,,,,11,

FIG. 28

SERVICE AN ,.,DJUSTMENTS
ijj

TRACTION DRIVE BELT

I1'

,111111

I'J

.....

TO ADJUST THE FRICTION

If your snow thrower wilt not move forward, check the
tractiondrive belt for wear. tfthe traction drivebelt needs
to be replaced,proceed as follows:
•
Disconnect the spark plug wire.
e

Remove the belt cover (See Fig. 26).
Loosenbeltguides (See Fig..27) andpull belt guides
away from the engine drivepulley..

WHEEL

If the snow thrower will not move forward, you need to
checkthe trackdrivebelt,the tractiondrivecable or the
frictionwheel,If thefriction wheel isdamaged;itwillneed
to be replaced. See the To Replace Friction Wheel
paragraphon page 21 ..If the friction wheel is notworn.
checkthe adjustment, as follows:

Loosennuton augeridler andpullaugeridlerpulley
away from bell

Disconnect the spark plug wire,

•

Drain the gasoline from the gas tank.

•

Stand snow thrower on the auger housing end.

•

Remove the bottom panel (See Fig. 29)

Remove auger drivebelt fromengine pulley.
Pull drive belt idler pulley away from drivebelt
Remove drive belt..

Positionnew drive beft ontotractionpulley.

Pull idler puUeyaway from belt, ailowingbelt to be
positionedonto enginepulley

Release idlerpulley Ensureidlerpulleyis properly
engaged withbelt.

Adjust belt guides(see To Adjust The Belt Guides
paragraph below).
Reinstallthe belt cover..

Reconnect the spark plug wire.

•

Position the shifter lever in first (1) gear.

•

Note the position of the friction wheel on the disc
drive plate. The right outer side of the disc drive plate
should be 3" from the center of the friction wheel

(See Fig,.30).
if adjustment is necessary:
•

Loosen nut "A"on the speed select rod.. Remove
the ball joint by removing nut "B" from the shift yoke
assembly_ Lengthen or shorten the rod by turning
the adaptor to obtain the correct friction wheel po.
sition (See Fig, 31),

THE BELT GUIDES

•

Reinstall the ball joint and nut "Bo" Tighten nut "A."

After you replace a track or auger drive belt, you need to
adjust one or both of the belt guides. Proceed as follows:

•

Reinstall the bottom panel

TO ADJUST

Disconnect

•

Remove the belt cover (See Fig 26)

the spark p_ug wirer

•

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..

•

Reconnect the spark plug wire.

WHEEL

/
/

- ...............
/, .......
SPEED SELECT
ROD
REMOVE

BOLT

OTTOM PANEL

YOKE
ASSEMBLY

ADAPTOI
li I
LOOSEN

BOLT:_

BOTTOM

PANEL

,,-.-- LOOSEN

BOLT

8ALL JOINT

NUT "B"

.......................FIG, 29 ......................................................................................................................................
FlG.31 .............................................................
2O

SERVICE .........................................................
ADJUSTME
TS
,lira

TO REPLACE FRICTION

WHEEL

,i,ii,t,

ttttti,t

_tt

LOCKWASHER

BOLT

,t,t,,ttt,_

AWAY FROM FIRE OR FLAME.

Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank,.

Disconnect the spark plug wire

Stand the snow thrower up on the auger housing
end (See Fig. 34),,

Remove the bottom panel (See F3g.,32)

Remove ball joint from shift yoke assembly.,

FIG. 33
i,,i....

FRICTION

WHEEL

._emove the three (3) fasteners securing the friction
:Jneel to the hub (See Fig 34), and set fasteners
_side,_

"_"L

CAUTION: DRAINGASOMNE OUTDOORS I

I ,_

FRICTION WHEEL,,

t!thesnowthrowerwillnot move forward, andthe friction
wheel is worn or damaged, you need to replace it, as
follows: (First allow the engine to cool).
ti,tt

L
t

HEX SHAFT

_emove the four bolts securing bearing plates (both
_ides],
I

BEARING
PLATE
BOLTS

EMOVE
BOLT
,_

REMOVE

BOLT

FASTENERS
(Screws_, '"" '
Iockwashers,
and nuls)

lit
LOOSEN

BOLT -,,_

\;,

AUGER

tJSING
.......

..........._

LOOSEN

BOLT

e'_

TRACK

CONNECTING

ROD

FIG, 32
(UNIT STANDING ON
AUGER

•

_emot,e fhe right side bearing plate.. Leave hex
shaft in originalposition.

Remove friction wheel from hub.,Slip friction wheel
offhex shaft towards right sfde_
Position new friction wheel onto hub._See Fig. 34.

®
•

Install bearing plates to original position., Ensure
hex shaft is engaged with both bearing plates.

Secure bearing plates, using boils removed earlier

•

Secure friction wheel to hub, using fasteners re
moved earlier, Ensure hex shaft turns freely.

•

Reinstall ball joint to shift yoke assembly,,

•

Should friction wheel require adjustment, see To
Adjust The Friction Wheel on page 20

HOUSING

END)

FIG. 34

NOTE: Ensure friction wheel and friction disc are free
from grease or oil
•

Replace bottom panel,

.........
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......
..............

TO REPLACE

i ii

.........

..............

iii/1_1'1'_
_,

AUGER SHEAR BOLT

" '":'

The augers are securedto the auger shaftwith special
bolts (See Fig. 35) thatare designedto break (toprotect
the machine) if an obiectbecomeslodged in the auger
housing. Use of a harder bolt wiUdestroytheprotection
providedby the shear bolt.
IMPORTANT: TO iNSURE SAFETY AND
PERFORMANCE LEVELS,ONLY
ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT SHEAR
BOLTS SHOULD BE USED.

SHEAR

BOLT

AUGER

FIG. 35

To replace a broken shear bolt, proceedas follows:
•
Move the throttleto STOP andturnoffall controls,.
•

Disconnectthespark plugwire..Be sure all moving
parts have stopped,

•

Lubricatethe auger shaftzerk fitting (see the Main
tenance section,pages 15-16).

•

Align the holeinthe auger withthehole inthe auger
shaft. Install the new shear boll and shear boll
spacer provided.

•

Reconnect the spark plug wire.

SHAFT

'TRACK
SUPPORT

(property

adjusted)

FRAME

1-1/4"

TO ADJUST TRACK
TRACK

Ifthesnowthrowerdoes notmoveforward evenlyand the
trackslipsslightly,you needtocheckthetrackas follows:
•
Pull up gently on the center of the track near the
center.

FIG,.36

Measurethedistancebetweenthetrackand thetop
of the track support frame (See Fig.. 36).
The distance should not be more than one and
one-quarter(1-1t4) inches..
if the distanceis greater, you need to adjust the trackas
follows:
•

Loosenortighlentheadjustingbolt atthe rearof the
track support frame (See Fig 36) to obtain the
proper distance between the track and the track
supportframe,.

•

Adjustthe track on the oppositeside in the same
manner.

(out of adjustmant)

SE
TO ADJUST

CE A

ADJUST

CARBURETOR

The carburetor(See Fig. 37 and Rg,39) hasbeenpre-set
atthe factoryand readjustmentshouldnot benecessary.
However, if the carburetordoes need to be adjusted,
proceed as follows:
e
®

Close the high speed adjusting screw by hand.,
Do nol overtighten.

Then open it t-1/4 to 1-1t2 turns,,

Close the idle adjusting screw by hand,,Do not
overtighten,
Then open it 1-1/4to tdt2tums,,

e
®
e

IDLE ADJUSTING SCREW"
(Close finger tight o_tly)
HIGH SPEED ADJUSTING

SCREW
BOWL DRAIN

Start the engine and le!it warmupo
Set the throttle controlto RUN,, Adjust the high
speed adjustingscrew in until the enginespeed or

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 accelerate 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:

finger light only)

FIG. 37
TO ADJUST:

sound aiters_ Adjust the screw out until the engine
speed sound alters. Note the difference between
the two limits and set the screw in the middle ol the
range,,
e

(Close

Clean the spark plug by carefully scrapingelectrodes(do not sand blast or use a wire brush).

Be sure the spark plug is clean and free of foreign
material Check electrodes gap (See Fig. 41) with a
wire feeler gauge and reset the gap to .030 inch if
necessary°

NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE
GOVERNOR. WHICH IS FACTORY
SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED.,
OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE
ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED

,,,i ,11,,, I

FIG. 38
TO REPLACE:

SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS.
IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS
ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR
NEARESTSEARS SERVICECENTER,
WHICH HAS THE PROPER
EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO
MAKE ANY NECESSARY
ADJUSTMENT&

If you need a new spark plug, use only the proper
replacementspark plug (See page 38),,

TO ADJUST OR REPLACE
THE SPARK PLUG
Ifyou have difficulty startingyoursnowthrower,
you may
need to adjust or replace the spark plug. Follow the
i_structions below,,
Replacethe spark plug if electrodesare pittedor burned
or it the porcelain is cracked.
23

•

Set the gap to .030,

Before installingthe spark plug, coat its threads
lightly withgraphitegrease to insure easy removal

Tightenthe plug firmlyinto the engine.

tf a torquewrenchisavailable,torquetheplugtot 8
to 23 ft - lbs.

STORAG:

.........................

I'111"!

IXILIII

111111'11111

II II

111111111

I'111111

111

..............

............

........................

: .......

IIIII

I'[11111

,i,i

.....

ii.........

IIIIIIII!L

iii, I

IU U

"_HROWER INDOORS OR IN AN ENCAUTION: NEVER STOREYOUR SNOW
CLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREA
IF GASOLINE REMAINS IN THE TANK. FUMES
MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME, SPARK OR PILOT LIGHT FROM A FURNACE,WATER HEATER,
CLOTHES DRYER, CIGARETTE, ETC.
,11111 .............

:: :::

iiiiIll I'

II ll'l'

II"

DRAIN

CARBURETOR
BOWL

To preventenginedamage (if snowthroweris not used
for more than 30 days) follow the stepsbelow.

FIG. 42

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

SNOW

To removegasoline,runthe engineuntilthetank is
emptyand the engine stops..Then drainremaining
gasolinefrom carburetorby pressingupward on
bowldrain!ocatedon thebottomofcarburetor(See
Fig 42).
if you do not want to remove gasoline, a fuel
stabilizer(such as Craftsman Fuel Stabilizer No..
33500) maybeaddedto anygasolineleftin thetank
to minimizegum depositsand acids_If the tank is
almostempty, mix stablilizerwithfresh gasolinein
a separate containerand add some to the tank..
ALWAYS FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS ON STABILIZER CONTAINER. THEN RUN ENGINE AT
LEAST 10 MINUTES AFTER STABILIZER IS
ADDED TO ALLOW MIXTURE TO REACH CARBURETOR. STORE SNOWTHROWER IN A SAFE
PLACE=SEE WARNING ABOVE.

Changingoilo

•

Lubricatingthe piston/cylinderarea. This can be
doneby firstremovingthespark plugand squirting
clean engineoilintothesparkplughole.Thencover
the sparkplug holewith a rag to absorboilspray..
Next, rotate the engineby pullingthe starterrope
fulPfout two or three times. Finally,reinstallspark
plugand attachsparkplug wire.

STORAGE

•

Thoroughlycleanthe snow thrower.

•

LubricateaB lubrication points (see the Maintenance section on pages 15-16).

•

Be surethat ai[ nuts, boltsand screws are securely
fastened..Inspectall visiblemovingparts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary..

Touch upall rustedor chippedpaintsurfaces;sane
_ightlybeforepainting.

•

Cover the bare metal parts of the blower'housing
auger and[he impellerwithrustprevenlative,such
as sprayablelubricant.

NOTE: Ayearly checkupor tuneupby a SEARS Service
Centerisa goodway toinsurethatyour snow throwerwill
providemaximum performanceforthe next season.
LUBRICATION
OTHER

You can keep your engine in good operating condition during storage by:
•

THROWER

•

If possible, store your snow thrower indoors and
cover ff to give protection fromdust and dirt.

•

tfthemachinemust bestoredoutdoors,b!ock upthe
snowthrowertobesuretheentiremachine is offthe
ground.

•

Cover Ihe snow throwerwith a suitable protective
cover that does not retain moislure Do not use
plastk:.

IMPORTANT:

NEVER COVER SNOW THROWER
WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST
AREASARE STILL WARM..

SERVICE
iSERVICE

SCHEDULE

RECORDS

i=,l,i

Fill In dates as you co_
plete regular _l_

Aftor
Belomi Often
Rrst 2 Each
hours Usa

Every Evew
10
25
Hours Houm

SERVICE
DATES

.......

_ch
Before
Season Storage

CheckF__j_ OaLave
ill

Change _gme Oil
II

T_jh_n

All Screws _

i i, ,,_, JJ ...........

Nuts

Check Aug_ Clu'c.hCabLe
Adj_nt

(See Cable Adius_l

LUBRICATION
..............................

)

CHART
,...r...,,.;;;, .....

_bfi_te
auger shaft.
Coat with a clinging type
grease such as _briplate.

,,,lUll,,

ll'lmill'

mill
ll'
lllll'l'll

UI'I'U'IIIIII
::CCC:C::_

,,ll,Ui,,

........
TROUBLE SHOOTING POINTS ..............
, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
I/l/Ull/lUI/ll/l/l/I

TROUBLE

CAUSE

I,I,

Illl

'l II'

l llll

CORRECTION
J

Otlflcult
=tBllng

Defective spark#ug
Water or d'_ in fuel sys_m

llJIIIIII

Replace dafe==tive
plug.
Use ca_oumtorbowl drain to flush and refitlwith fresh
fuel.
Jiu,ii

i_ •

,,lllll,i ,lli H,i

.................

Blo_d _e! lineor lowonfuel

Engine r_n_ =talk=

fuel(gasoline/oil mixture if 2 cycleengine).

En=tne=IaUi

Unitrunningon CHOKE

Move chek_ lever to OFF pos_don..
,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
,,, ,,,,,,,,,, ,,,

,,,,,

,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,

,,, ,,,,

usec=_u,e=_
bowldr_ _ _ushan_radii
_th fresh

Engln=PJr.aerr=llc_mlly; Water or dirt in fuel system
L=_ ofpower

fuel

Carburetor out o! adjustment

Adjustca_'buretor

Loosepa_.,s;damaged impairer

Stop engine immediately and disconnectspark plug wire

IIIII

Excessive vtbr=tlon

IIIIIIIILIL

IlL

I Ilmlll

Tighten atl bo!_ and make all necessary repairs if vibration
continues,have the unitservicedby a competentml_irman,

Unttfall=to propel
ite,e4r

KlP..,kpins improperly

instaJk_d

Replace d,6vebelL

Dnva bett loose at damaged

Adiustt_ction drivec_le,
incorrect adjustment of traction
drive cable
Worn or damaged tric_n

Rel_a,cef'dct_onwheel

whee!

iillllllllllllllllll

Unit tfatiato

Auger drive belt loose or damaged

i i i

iiiiiiiiiii

i i

ill

Jli J

I I I _iillilliill

II I

I I

i i lililllllllll

III

Adjustauger drivebelt; repla_ if damaged=

dlzcl_rge =now
Auger controlcable not adtusted

Adjustauger controlcable,,

con'ec_y

Shear boltbroken

Replace shear boll

Discharge chute dogged

Stop engine imme_ately
Ck_an disct_rge

Foreign objectlodged in auger

and cfsc_nnect spark plug wire

chute and i_side of auger housing

Stop engineimmoo_tely and disconnectspaskplugwire,,
Remove objectEarnauger.

Loosewimconnection

!,baWighl doel nol work

Tighten connec_ort,,.

ButbI_.tmedout
:

Unit ride= up

IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII

Replace headlightbulb.
I ii

ii1_

ii iiiiii

ii ii

ii iiii

Weight t_ansferdisengaged

L I

Illlllll

Illllll

IIII

Engage weight _ansfer systemby lifting upon upperhand)e
un_i bracket belts snap into p_ce in upper slotsof weight
transfer pedaJ

NOTES
i i i,iii, iii,

i,_11 i

....

ii I'H'I

_ :

CRAFTSMAN

24" SNOW THROWER

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

536.884821

REPAIR PARTS

\
12
1!

REF.
NO.

PART NOD

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11

318457
4049
307978
307976
3535
302578
1579
11234
71071
71060
71037

PART NAME
Handte, Upper
Bumper
Auger Drive Lever, RH
Traction Drive Lever, LH
Nut, Push On Cap, 5/16 In.
Pin, Clutch ftandle, Pivot
Cable, Clutch
Screw, Hex. 5/16-18 x 2-3/4 In.
* Ratwasher. 11/32 in..
Lockwasher` Split 5/16 In..
" Nut, Hex. 5/16-18 TI_.

PARTNAME

Slop, Red Plastic, 5t16 In.
Screw. HHC, 5/16-18 x 2 In
Spring, Drive C_utch LH
Boot, Clutch Spdng
Nut, Hex Nyt, 11420 in
Screw, HHC, 5116-18 x 3/4 In.
Spdng, Auger Clutch RH
Hand{e. Lower
Bra_et, Shift
O',vnet's Manua}

CRAFTSMAN

24" SNOW THROWER

CHUTE CONTROL

Ret. Ilem

RE_.

NO.

t
2
3
4

5
6
7
8
9
10
11

¸I

581621
71072
71082
104
307399
309312
304872
581618
148
308145
7t 045

DISCHARGE

ROD REPAIR PARTS

PART NO.

536.884821

,, .

PART NAME
Crank & WormAssembly
Ratwasher,406 x 81 x .066
Pin,Cotter
Cap, Plastic
Handle Grip,ChuteControlRod
Flatwasher,.39 x .70 x .05
Ring,Retainer
Bolt, Eye
Grommet, Eye Bott
Boot, Eye Boll, ChuteCrank
Nut, Hex Jam. 3/8-18 Thd.

CHUTE

2 .,t_4 _'__

;
i
i
!
*

PART NO.
PART NAME
NO.
12
309344
Adapter, Boot to Handle
13
71046
Nut,Hex Nyl 3/8-16 Thd.,
14
1162
Bracket,Chute ControlR H
15
7052
Bracket, Chute ControlLH
16
70993
Boll, Carriage,5/16-18 x 3/4 In..
17
71060
Lockwasher,SpFd,5/16 In..
I8
71037
" Nut,Hex, 5/16-18 Thd.
19
7055
Rod, ChuteControl
20
7058
Nut, Hex Jam, 1!2-20 Thdo
21
7059
Lockwasher,Split, 112In,
22
309059
Bracket, Chute R0tate StOP
Indicates Standard Hardware Items.
319044_14008C

REPAIR PARTS

8
REF. PART NO.

PART NAME

NO.: ................................................................

1
2
3
4
5

307665
308931
302634
302680
71391

8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17

302843
57171
71037
307698
305236
71067
73826
308839
85480
309057
71032
71058

Upper ChuteDeflector
Wire, ChuteHinge
Screw,SitMa,5t16-18 x 314ln_
Flatwasher,.312 x .73 x ..065
Locknut,Hex, 5/I6-18 Thdo
Bolt, Carriage,5/16-18x1-114In.
Knob,Tee
Nut, Hex, 5/16-18 Thd,.
LowerChute
Screw, HHC, 1/4-20 x 112In.
Ratwasher,.286 x .63 x .065
Locknut,Hex, 114-20Thd.
Ring,Lower Chute
Clip,ChuteRetainer
Clip, Chute Retainerw/Stop
Screw,WahMa, #8-32 x 1t2 In.
Locknut,Hex, #8-32

° Indicates StandardHardware Items.
319029-313998 A

CRAFTSMAN

24" SNOW THROWER

AUGER

REPAIR PARTS

HOUSING

536.884821

.r23

//14

REF.
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

PART NO.

,,,,,,,,,,i,,,,,,,,,,,

580296
577399
5O795
53266
71037
318577
318580
302623
71067
71059
71034
318582
318581

RE].
NO.

PART' NAME
i

,llJ

14
15
16
17
18
19
2O
21
22
23
24
25
26

Pulley, Traction Drive
Screw, Set, 5/16-18 x 1/2 in,
Key, Hi-Pro 606
Bearing & Retainer Assembly
" Nut, 5116-18 "Thd°
Housing, Auger Assembly
Blade, Scraper, 22 In.
Bolt, Carriage, 114-20 x 5/8 Ino
" Flatwasher, 9/32 x 5/8 in.
Lockwasher, Split, 1/4 tn.
" Nut, Hex, 1/4-20Thdo
Auger, Assembly, RH
Auger, Assembly, LH

!.A ,01
9524
73826
301375
302627
302626
306224
3O6225
307983
70993
71071
71060
70983
3943

PART NAME

Screw, HHC, 1/4-20 x i-3/4 In.
* L.o_._nut,
1/4-20Thd.
Beating, Flange
Nut,Wd R, 5116-18Thd.
Screw, Wa, 5116,18x 3/4 In.
Plate,AugerSide LH.
Plate,AugerSide RH.
Skid, HeightAdjust
Bolt, Carriage,5t16-18x 314In.
" Ratwasher,11/32 in
Look'washer,
Spilt,5t16 in.
Screw, 5f16-18 x 5t8 In.
Spacer,Sleeve, .250 x .47 x 20

"Indicates Standard Hardware ltems_
3 ',8999,313997C

v_,_.rtJq,r- j ;='_I'_F_,I_ ,_q.

Oll_lrjvy

i rtrtt=/vvlc;rt

;_,lu,oo_o,_.

BELT COVER REPAIR PARTS

REF.
NO.

PART NO.

PART NAME
,,,uu,,,

Ref. It_rnHOo

580773

70978

71067

..............

Cover, Belt
Screw, WaTap, 1/4-20xl/2

Ino

* Flatwasher,518Ino

* IndicatesStandardHardwarettems_

31B778_31i4018

CRAFTSMAN

24" SNOW THROWER

FRAME COMPONENTS

536.884821

REPAIR PARTS

15
14

4
27

/15
14

-5

REF.
NO.

1
2

6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17

PART NO.
580928
71393
71100
70984
318453
70978
73801
71074
53703
580889
579874
73817
579856
71006
71072
50793
590

PART NAME
Frame
Screw, HHC, 5116_24 x 1 In.,
Locknul, HexWdFI, 5!16-24 Thd
Screw.WaTap, 5/16-t8 x 3/4 In_
Panel, Bottom
Screw, WaTap, 1/4-20 x 1/2 In.
Pin, Spring
Ftatwasher, .53 x 1.06 x .095
Bearing, Flange
Shaft Auger Clutch Assy.
Lever, Auger Clutch
Nut, Push On
Cable, Clutch
Screw, HHC, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 in..
Ratwasher
Pulley, Idler
Locknut, Jam, 3/8-16 Thd,.

REFo
NOo

PART NO.

18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34

579860
71360
71067
71035
580944
302623
580946
581540
318468
579872
70985
73795
579865
71038
53704
1502
120393

PART NAME
Spool, Cable Auger C_utch
Screw, HHC, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 In
" Flatwasher, .286 x .63 x 065
Nut, Hex Nyl, 1/4-20 Thd.
Cam, Brake Arm
Bolt, Carriage, 1t4-20 x 5/8 In.
Rod, Brake Arm
Pad, Brake
Spring, Tension
Lever, Idler Arm Traction
Screw, HHC, 5/16-18 x 3/'4 In.
Flat'washer, ,328 X 1 38 x ..075
Bushing, Idler Lever
Nut, Hex Nyl, 5/16-18 Thd_
Spdng, Idler Traction Drive
* Locknut, Hex, 1/4-20 Thd,.
Flatwasher, .344 x _69x .,065

' indicates Standard Hardware items..

3t 8790-313993 0

CRAFTSMAN
ENGINE

24" SNOW THROWER

COMPONENTS

REPAIR

536.884821

PARTS

Ref. Item Noo
Page 32

REF.
NO.
1

2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

PART NO.
318551

302636
71060
579857
578733
579855
579854
579932
579861
53715
111 581264
12 _ 50677
13
71063
14
71015

PART NAME

Engine,Craftsman,Model No
HSS0*67326K(See Engine
Repair Paris list)
Screw, HHC, 51t6-18x1.114Inn
Loci(washer,Split,5116x.58x.08
Bracket,BeltGuide
Screw, HHC, 5/16-24x5/8 In.
Washer, Crankshaft
PulleyHalf
Belt, TractionDdve
Ratwasher, o752xr91x.02
Pulley, Engine
Belt,Auger Drive
Ftatwasher,375x1.25x 104
Lock_asher, Split, 381D
Screw, HHC, 318-24xl In

3t g026.313992

CRAFTSMAN

24" SNOW THROWER

DRIVE COMPONENTS

REPAIR

536.884821

PARTS

15
17
/

\
lO

REF_¸
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
t0
11
12
13
14

PART NO

579941
53703
71079
53818
579937
11871
71059
71034
579877
580959
85501
73812
73811
580969
49562

r
PART NAME

Lever Assembly, Traction Clutch !
!
Bearing, Flange
Pin, Cotter
Spring, Return
Lever, Spring Traction Clutch
Screw, HHC. 1./4-20 x 5_8 In
Lockwasher, Split, ,26 x ,50 x ,,06
NLrt, Hex, !/4-20 Tnd,.
Disc, Friction Wheel, "7"
Shaft, Hex Traction
Bearing Assembly, Trunion
Ratwasher, .50 x I _00x .06
Ring, Retainer
Flatwasher, .680 x 1.12 x ,.06
Bearing, Rolter

......1

{
PART NO.J PART NAME

16
_7

;8
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
28
27
28

580961
580965
580970
578962
579052
1413
70982
71060
579858
579897
579867
581773
53830
579B93

Key, Square
Pulley, Auger Drive
j Wave Washer
Ftatwasher, ,281x 1 00 x ,063
* Screw. HHC, 1)4-20 × 5/8 In.
Bearing & Retainer Assembty
Screw, WaTap, 5/16-18 x i/2 In
Lockwasher, Split..31 x 58 x ,,08
Washer, Special
Shaft Hex & Sprocket AssembJ),,
Chain, Roller #42
Hub, Friction Wheel
Wheel, Friction Disc
Sprocket, 8 Tooth, Assembly

IndicatesStandard Hardware Items.

318791-313995C

CRAFTSMAN

24" SNOW THROWER

TRACK ASSEMBLY

536.884821

REPAIR PARTS

/
lO

REF.

NO.

PART NO.

58O658

6o0!

3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
i7
18

71037
71060
71072
318455
318456
70978
51447
318454
45171
302613
580906
302847
580047
322424
239
580903

PART NAME

NO.

Pedal,WeightTransfer
Bolt,Shoulder,5116-18Thdo
Nut, Hex, 5/16_18Thd.
Lockwasher,Split,.31 x .58x ..08
Flatwasher, .406x o81x .066
Bracket, WeightTransfer LoHo
Bracket, WeightTransfer RoH_
Screw, WahTap,1/4-20 x 1/2 In,
Spring, DriveIdler
Plate, Track Drive
Lockrut,WhizWdFI, 3/8-16 Thd_
Ratwasher,.656 x 1,,31x °095
V,[neel
Pin,Cotter
Track,4" WDx 15 Pitch
Pin,Ktick
Ring,Retaining
Sprocket,Track Drive Compact

20
21
22
23
24

25
26
27
28
29

30
31
32
33
34

PART NO.
70974
316863
46931
7t 034
580634
580764
73839
53836
579868
71035
581119
581170
580877
302618
71067
580654

PART NAME
Screw, HHC, 1/4-20x 3f4 In.
Bearing,Track
Lockn_Jt,
Wd Fi, 1/4-20Thd.
Nut,Hex, 1/4-20 Thd_
Bracket,TrackTensioner
Spacer,Plastic.755xl.20xA10
Screw,HHC, 1/4-20 x 2-1/4 In..
Bearing,Flange
Chain, Roller
Nut, Hex Nyl t/4-20 Thd.
Shaft,Axle TracldComp 20"
Sprocket, Hub
Shaft, Idler4" Track
Screw, HHC, 1/4-20x 3 In,
Flalwasher, ,286 x .63 x ..065
Shaft, Foot Pedal, 4" Track

indicates Standard Hardware Items.

31_3o-313_9A,

CRAFTSMAN

24" SNOW THROWER

536.884821

GEAR BOX REPAIR PARTS

RERI
NO.

REF.

PARTNOr

NO.

PART NAME

PART NO.

PART NAME

II
21
31
41
51
61
71
81
91
101

51278
51277
302628
302635
303008
302630
24274
5O304
48275
581389

11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19

Case, Gear Box RHo
Case, Gear Box L.H.
Screw,HHC, 1t4-20x3/4 in.
Locknut,Wd Fi, 5/16-24 Thd.
Nut,Hex Keps, 1/4-20 Thd_
Screw,WaTap, 3/8-16x112In.
Seal, Oil
Bearing,Range
Ratwasher, .752x1,24x 09
Shaft, Auger,24 In.

51279
51405
431787
50221
580294
580295
454565
50684
307969

Gasket, Gear Case
Gear, Worm
Key, Woodruff #61
Bearing, Range
Shaft, Worm Impeller
Collar, Thrust
Pin, Spring
Bearing, Roll
Impeller Assembly

319027-313996 A

CRAFTSMAN

24" SNOW THROWER

536.884821

DECALS

AUGER
HOUSING

REAR viEw

_NO. ipA-'_T
.o.

PART' NAME

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

Decal.9"impefler
Decal,DangerAuger
Decal,DangerChute
Decal,Dangertr_'lnJctJon
Decal,Craftsman
Decal,5124Auger Housing
Decal,DangerStripe Chute
Decal,TractionDrive Engage
Decal,Auger DriveEngage
Decal, Gear Selector

302487
70141
70142
302922
3O8766
318509
308768
3902
3903
319033

314005

CRAFTSMAN

24" SNOW THROWER

536.884821

SHIFT YOKE REPAIR PARTS

/
7

REF_
NO,
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

PART NO.
318463
302638
73826
318486
304438
318460
579944
318461
71111

PARTNAME
Rod, Shift
Screw, WdFI, 1/4-20x5/8 In_
" Locknut,Hex, 1/4-20 Thd.
Nut, HexJam, 112_13Thd.
Knob,Shift,112-13Thd.
Plate, ShiftLever
Bearing,Range
ShiftYoke Assembly
Locknut,Hex, 3/8-16 Thd.

"IndicatesStandardHardwareitems.,

CARBURETOR

NO, 632107A

N_
1
2
6
?
10
14
15
16
17
lB

29
31

41
42
43

REWIND

STARTER

47
48
60

P_
No.

Pa_

Name

631615
Throt'Je Shaft E_ Lever As:sy,:...........
631767
Throttle Return Spring
631036
Throttle Shutter
650506
Throt_
_ Choke Shutter Screw
632108
Choke Shaft _ Lever As_,_i,.
631815
Choke Shutter
630735
Choke Portioning Spring
631807
Fuel F'_-ting
650417
Idle Speed Screw
630766
Tension Spring
*631838
idle Mbrtum Screw
630756
Idle Tendon St_ri_g
630739
Washer. Idle Screw
*630740
O Ring, idle Screw
6319=31 Roar Bowl Assy,, find. Nos. 32 B 33)
*6316124
Shaft, Roar
6320_9 : Roar
'63102B
O Ring, Roar Bowl to Body
"631021
infer NeedJe. Seat B. Clp {Ind. NOr 311
631O22
Spr_ng Clp
27t36A
Bowl Drain Assy. (Incl. No, 33)
2"F354
Drain Plunger Gasket
"31839
Ma_n Ad]. Scow Assy #ind, Nos. 41.
42 _43)
°630740
O Ring, H_gh Speed Mixture Screw
6307"39 Washer, High Speed Mixture Screw
630"T_
Tension Spring, High Speed Mixture
Screw
*27110
Bow4 Nut Wa_rter
"630748
Welch Plug, Idle Mixture Well
"631027
Welch Rug, Atrnosoheric Vent
31840
Repair Kit (incl. Parts Marked with "1

NO. 590646

Ref.

Noo

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

P_
No
590646
5905_A|

I
Name
f Starter, Rewind
PiA, Spring (Ind.

No_ 4)

E90600 !Wa_er
590615
590601

i Retainer
I Washer

590598

I Spring,

Brake

590616 t Dog, Starter
590617
590645
590619
590647

5.90574

]Spdng, Dog
J Pulley
I Spring, Rewind
J Cover, Spring
(Housing Assy., Starter
] Rope, Starter (Length 98" Et 9/64"
o'ia.)
J Handle,
Mitten
Grip (Not included
with starter)

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE
=

IIqII1'

MODEL:

Ilql J

HSS0-

67326K
IIIIII

131

!
!
t
i

173

II III1'111111

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE
................

ReL
No.

I
2
4
5
14
t5
16
17
18
t9
20
25
25A
258
26

"......

Part Name

No.
33674B

42
42
42
43
45

Cylinder Assy. (IncL Nee. 2, 20, 72)
Pin, Dowel
Nipple, Pipe
30369
Cap, Off drain
28277 Washer, Flat
31334
Rod, Governor
31510
Lever, Governor
31335
Clamp, Governor lever
650548 Screw, Hex washer hd.,, 8,32 x 5!16
31426
Spring, Extension
326OO Seat, Oil
133342 Raffle, Blower housing
1650139
Screw, RI,. hd. Seres, 8-32 x 1/2
13O322
Locknut, Hex "'Keps', 8-32
650561 Screw, Hex washer hd. Dudok, 114.20
x 5/8
34740
Crankshaft As_,_
34535
Piston, Pin 8. Ring Assy_ (Std°) (incL
Nee. 41, 42 8. 43)
345_
Piston, Pin 8. Ring Assyo (.010 oversize) (lncL Nos, 41, 42 _ 43)
34537
Piston, Pin 8. Ring Assy_ (.020 oversize) (lncl. Nose 41, 42. _ 43)
33562B Piston 8. Pin Assy. (Std.) (IncL No,, 43)
335636 Piston _ Pin A._f, (.010 oversize)
(IncL No, 43)
335646 Piston 8. Pin Assy. (_020 oversize)
(incl. No. 43)
33.%'7 Ring Set, Piston (StdJ
33568
Ring Set. Piston (.O10 oversize)
33589
Ring Set, Piston (_020 oversize)
20381
Ring, Piston pin retaining
32875
Rod Ass'y. Connecting (IncL Nos., 46

46
48
49
50
60
61
62
63
64

32610A
27241
32854
33158
29745
34126
650760
28545
3OO63

3O
40
4O
40
41
4t

64A
65
69
70
72
75
80
81
82
83
84
86
89
9O
92
93
98

26727
30968

8.49)

Bolt, Connec_ng rod
Lifter, Valve
Dipper, Oi!
Camshaft (Compression Release!
Extension, Biower housing
Bracket, Grommet mounting
Screw, Pan hd. taptite, 8-32 x 3/8
Grommet, Ptasdc
Screw, Tort %30 Hex washer hdo
Sems, 1/4-20 x 1/2
8345 Washer, Rat
650128 Screw, Hex hd Serns, t0-24 x I/2
"276"]7A Gasket, Cylinder cover
34674A
Cover, Cytinder (tncL Nos. 75 t_ 80)
27642
Plug, Pine. 1/4.18
27897
Seat, Oil
3O574
Shaft, Mechanical governor
30590A Washer, Flat
30591
Gear, Governor 0ncL No_ 81)
30588A Spool, Governor
29193
Ring, Retaining
650488 Screw, Hex hd_Seres, 1/4.20 x t-1/4
610961
Key, Rywheet
611081
Rywheet (w/_ing gsari
65O815
W_her, Relleville

65O883 Nut,P_/w_
3O2O0 Screw, Hex wesher

100
101
102
103

34443A
610118
650872
650814

110
119
t2o
125

35557
"33554A
33016A
29313C

hd° serf-tap Seres,
10-24 x 9!16
, Solid State Assyo
Cover, Spark plug
:Stud, Sotid state mounting
Screw, Torx %15 hex washer hd_
Seres, 10=24 x i
Ground Wire
Gasket, Cylinder head
Head, Cytinder {tncL No. 131)
Valve, Exhaust {StdJ (incl. No. 151)

MODEL:
ReL
No.

Part
No.

HS50-

673261_

Part Name

125

29315C t Valve, Exhaust 11132" oversize} (Inci,,

126
126

o. 1511
32644A I Valve,
(Std.) !!ncL No,. 151)
32645A | Valve, Intake
intake (1/32
oversizet (lncL
] No, 161)

127
129

65O691 | Washer, Fiat
650818 | Screw, Special hex hd., 5t1_18

130
131
135
i50
151
169
170

6021A
650694A
353_S
31672
31673
"27234A
27666

x
1-1/2
Screw, Hex fiangehd., 5/16.18x 1-1/2
Screw, Hex flange hd., 5/16-18 x 2
Prug. Spark {RJ-t9LM or equivalent)
Spring, Valve
Cap, Valve spring
Gasket, Breather
| Body, Valve cover
171 .!
31410
Bement, Breather
172
34146
/ Cover, Breather
173
35350
Tube, Breather
174
65O128
Screw, Hex hdo Seres, 10-24 x 112
178
297=32
Nut _ Lockwasher, 1/4-23
18t
i
6201
Screw, Hex hd. 1/4,28 x 7/8
lS2
r_o
Screw, Hex hd. 1/4.28 x %11/16
183
34583
Bracket, Choke
184
*26756 Gasket, Carburetor
185
33691
Pipe, Intake
186 i
Unk, Governor to throttle
20O i
33868A Cent]tel As_., Bracket (Incl. Nos.
258, 203, 204 6" 206)
203 i
3_342 25A,
Spring, Compression
204 ;
650549
Screw, FiL hd., 540 x 7/16
206 ;
610973
Terminal Assyo
215
35440
Knob, Speed control
219
34582
Rod, Choke
220 :
35438
Knob, Choke control
288_o Screw, Fil, hd_ Seres, 10-32 x I12
223
;
656664
Screw, FiL hd. Seres, 1/4.20x 1-19/'32
224
"33673A
Gasket, Intake to cylinder
260
_
35656
Housing, Blower
251 i
29212
Screw, Hex hd. Seres, 1/4.28 x 7/16
267
34212
Bracket, Hoid down
268
30200
Screw, Hex washer hd, self-too Seres,
t0-24 x 9/16
272
650735
Screw, Hex hd_ Seres, top,ire, 10.24 x
3/8
273
33333
Bracket. Carburetor cover
274
i
"33670A
Gasket. Exhaust
275
;
33671A
Muffler (Incl. No, 274)
277
:
650327
Screw, FiL hd,,, t/4.20x 2-t 2
Cup, Starter
287 " _
Screw, Hex washer hd. 8-32 x 1/2
290 _
30705
Line, Fuel
292
I
26460
Cramp, Fuel line
Screw, Hex washer hd. thread cutting,
1/4-15 x 7/8
i
Tank Assy. Fuel (tncL Nose 2928- 301)
CaP As.w,,, Fuel
307
:
35499
"0" Ring
Clip, Oil flit
310
35556
Oipe_c_
313
34O80
Spacer, RywPmel key
327
35392 Plug. Start{'
329
610973
Terminat A_ ,_,
330
35285 Wire, Grout d
|
|
|
|
|
|

*Indical _ Parts Included in
Gaske! Set, Ref. No. 400,

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE
Part
No.
335

35O72

338
340
341
342

28371B
34182
65_05

342A
350
35t
345
352
353
355
380
3,9O
395B

65O675
57O682
321_0C
33344
35883
650884
590574
632107A
59O646

4OO
420

33683B
73O226

Part Name

MODEL:

HSS0 - 67326K
PartName

Cover, Carburetor
Screw, Pan hd. Seres, 8-32 x 5116
Plate, Fuel tank mounting
Bracket, Fuel tank
Screw, Hex hd, w/bellevilie washer,
1/4_20 x tl/16
Washer, Rat
Primer Assy_
Line, Primer
B_ffia, Heat
Extension, Baffle
Screw, Hex washer hd_, 8.32 x 1/2
Hand]e, Starter
Carburetor (Incl, No. 1841
Starter, Rewind
Electric Starter Kh 33290C (Optional)
Sold as accessory
GBsket Set ()ncL i_ems marked')
Oil, 4*Cyc|e SAE 5W30 {quart)

• indicatesParts Includedin
GasketSet, Ref. No. 400,
tin original production the speed contro) assembly is dveted to the blower
housing baffle. Replacement speed
control assembly includes screws and
nuts for mounting, Replacement baffle
has threaded holes_

.....ii

i,,

,,,

"OTES
.........................._]
+

....

+L:++L _L+:

:,_

LH'I"""I'+III

"'1'

I" I"

CRAFTSMAN,+
OWNER'S
MANUAL

MODEL NO.

536.884821

5 HORSEPOWER
24" DUAL STAGE
TRAC-PLUS
OPTIONAL ELECTRIC
START
SNOW THROWER
Each SNOW THROWER
has its own MODEL
NUMBER found on the motor mount frame.
Each ENGINE has its own MODEL
found on the BLOWER HOUSING++

NUMBER

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

HOW TO ORDER
REPAIR PARTS

GIVE THE FOLLOWING

REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS
INFORMATION:

* PRODUCT= =SNOWTHROWER"
* MODEL NUMBER - 536.884821
* ENGINE MODEL NUMBER HSS0- 67326K

"PART NUMBER
"PART DESCRIPTION
"YourSears merchandise hasadded valuewhen you
considerthat Sears has serviceunitsnationwidestaffed
withSears trainedtechnicians++,Prolessional
technicians
specificallytrained on Sears Products,havingthe parts,
toolsand equipmentto insurethat we meet our pledge
to you+++we
servicewhatwe sell,"

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684
318533 09104/91

Printed in U.S.A.

Source Exif Data:

File Type                       : PDF
File Type Extension             : pdf
MIME Type                       : application/pdf
PDF Version                     : 1.2
Linearized                      : No
Page Count                      : 44
Page Layout                     : SinglePage
Page Mode                       : UseNone
Producer                        : Goby Monitor Application version 4, 0, 0, 13
Create Date                     : Sun Apr 04 04:17:06 2010
Author                          : 
Title                           : 
Subject                         :

EXIF Metadata provided by EXIF.tools

Sears 536 884821 Users Manual

536.884821 to the manual 44e78a67-6363-43fa-b74b-4f20693e7172

Navigation menu

Versions of this User Manual:

Views

Navigation