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12.5 Horsepower
33 Inch Dual Stage
120V. Electric Start
SNOW THROWER
MODEL NO.
536.881230
Caution:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use
of this product.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
F-O01059J 07/23/99
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Table of Contents 2 Service and Adjustments 18-22 Warranty 2 Storage 23 Safety Rules 2-4 Troubleshooting 24 Contents of Shipping Carton 4-5 Snow Thrower Repair Parts 25-36 Assembly 5-8 Engine Repair Parts 37-41 Operation 9-14 Spanish(EspaSol) 42-67 Maintenance 15-17 Parts Ordering/Service Back Cover LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Snow Thrower is main- tained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and
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4. Exercise extreme caution when operat- PREPARATION ing on or crossing gravel drives, walks, 1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards snow thrower is to be used and remove or traffic. all doormats, sleds, boards, wires and 5. After striking a foreign object, stop the other foreign objects. engine (motor), remove the wire from 2. Disengage all clutches before starting the spark plug, disconnect the cord on the engine (motor). electric motors, thoroughly in
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4. Maintain or replace safety and instruc- 17. Disengage power to the auger/impeller tion labels, as necessary. when snow thrower is transportedor not in use. 5. Run the snow thrower a few minutes 18. Use only attachments and accessories after throwing snow to prevent freeze- approved by the manufacturer of the up of the auger/impeller. snow thrower (such as tire chains, Z_ WARNING: This snow thrower is for electric start kits, etc). 19. Never operate the snow thrower use on sidewalks, driveways
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Parts packed separately in carton (not shown full size) 2 - Ignition Keys (Attached to engine in plastic bag) ,i Z_ CAUTION: Always wear safety The figure below shows the snow throwe_ completely assembled. glasses or eye shields while assembling snow thrower, References to the right or teft hand side I of the snow thrower are from the viewpoint TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY of the operator's position behind the unit, 1 - Knife to cut carton and plastic ties 2 - 1/2 inch wrenches (or adjustable wre
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HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW THROWER "z" fitting NOTE: Place fuel stabilizer In a safe place untll needed for storage. • Remove top pallet from carton. • Cut and discard the plastic ties securing the chute rod to the upper pallet and place aside. Discard pallet. • Cut all four comers of the carton from top NOTE: If control cables have become unat- to bottom and lay the panels flat. tached from motor mount frame, reconnect • Cut the bands holding the snow thrower cables as show in figure below. to the
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NOTE: DO NOT cut tie strap located on • Place yoke end of crank rod around uni- chute deflector at this time. versal joint, lining up openings. Insert clevis pin through assembly and secure • Push remote chute co n.trgllover into with cotter pin. Spread ends of cotter pin •Chute Deflector Down '_, position. to lock in place. See figure below. • Cut tie strap on chute deflector as shown • Tighten nut on eye bolt, keeping eye in _nfigure below. line with the rod while tightening the inside Tie Str
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HEADLIGHT Position shifter lever assembly as shown in figure below. The headlight on your snowthrower is posi- ,€ tioned in down position for packaging purposes. Rotate upwards for operating po- sition. CHECKLIST Control Panel Before you operate your new snow thrower, to ensure that you receive the best peffor- mance and satisfaction from this quality product, please review the following check|ist: -J All assembly instructions have been completed. • Reinstall bolt, spring, washer and Iocknut. _/
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KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER. Compare the illustrations with your SNOW THROWER to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Fuel Oil Engine Engine Off Choke On Fast Slow Stop Start Run ;r_oer Drive Clutch Auger Clutch Chute Chute Deflector Deflector Down Up Ignition Key insert to run pull out to stop Speed Shifter Lever Remote Chute IgniUon Crank Assembl
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HOWTO USEYOUR SNOW Auger Drive Lever - Starts and stops the THROWER auger and impeller (snow gathering and throwing). TO STOPYOUR SNOWTHROWER Traction Drive Lever - Propels the snow • To stop throwing snow, release the auger thrower forward and in reverse. drive lever (see figure below), Speed Select Lever - Selects the speed of • To stop the wheels, release the traction snow thrower (6 speeds forward and 2 drive lever, speeds reverse). • To stop the engine, push the throttle con- Crank Assembly
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• Engage the traction drive lever as shown BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE in next figure, left hand. As the snow • tf the snow thrower must be moved with- thrower starts to move, maintain a firm out the aid of the engine, it is easier to pull hold on the handles, and guide the snow the snow thrower by the handles rather thrower along the cteadng path. Do not than pushing. attempt to push the snow thrower. • Before you service or start the engine, fa- • To move the snow thrower backward, miliarize yo
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Always fill fuel tank outdoors and use a fun- nel or spout to prevent spilling. FILL GAS Make sure to wipe up any spilled fuel before NOTICE: ENGINES WHICH ARE CERTI- starting the engine. FIED TO COMPLY WITH CALIFORNIA Store gasoline in a clean, approved con- AND US EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS _)eS_'_ll_4_R_p in place on the con- FOR ULGE ENGINES: Are certified to oper- taiQer. • _o stop engine, move the throttle control ate on regular unleadedgasoline. Include lever to O (STOP) position and remove
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• Connect the power cord to the switch box • Push the primer button, see figure on on the engine. page 9, while covering the vent hole as • Plug the other end of the power cord into follows: (Remove finger from primer but- a three-hole, grounded 120 volt A.C. ton between primes). receptacle. One time if temperature is above 50°F. • Push the primer button while covedng the Two times if temperature is 50°F to 15°F. vent hole as follows: (Remove finger from Four times if temperature is below 15°E p
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SNOW THROWING TIPS FROZEN RECOIL STARTER If the starter is frozen and will not turn • For maximum snow thrower efficiency in engine: removing snow, adjust ground speed, NEVER the throttle. Go slower in deep, • Pull as much rope out of the starter as freezing, or wet snow. If the wheels slip, possible. reduce forward speed. The engine is de- • Release the starter handle and let it snap signed to deliver maximum performance back against the starter. at full throttle and should be run at this If th
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SERVICE SCHEDULE SERVICE DATES RECORDS Fill in dates as Mter Before As Every Every Every i Each Before first2 Each Needed 10 25 Season Storage fou complete _lour_ Use Plours Hours Hours regular service Tighten All Screws & Nuts i,j i Lubncate Pivot Points PJ P_ Lubricate Auger Shaft {See Shear Bolt Replacement _ Lubncate Disc Drive Plate Zerk PJ P_ Check Spark Plug _ p1 Check Engine Oil Level p_ l,j Change Engine Oil PJ Check Fuel Drain Fuel I'j Check Auger Clutch Cable
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SNOW THROWER Friction AFTER FIRST USE Wheel • Check for any loose or damaged parts after each use. Plate (Require • Tighten any loose fasteners, No • Check and maintain the auger. Lubrication) AFTER EACH USE Friction • Remove all snow and slush off the snow Wheel thrower to prevent freezing of auger or controls. Beadng • Check controls to make sure they are between tdction functioning properly. wheel and disc drive grease Place coin in gap should be visible plate • If any parts are worn or damag
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OIL RECOMMENDATION LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oit rated • Hex Shaft and Gears - Hex shaft and with AP_ service classification SG. Select gears require no lubrication. All bearings the oil's viscosity grade according to your and bushings are lifetime lubricated and expected operating temperature: require no maintenance. NOTE: For extreme cold operating condi- NOTE: Any greasing or oiling of the above tions of 0° and below, use a partial synthetic components can cause contaminatio
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tween the scraper bar and the sidewalk or Z_ CAUTION: Always disconnect the area to be cleaned. The scraper bar may spark plug wire and tie back away from have to be returned to its original lower set- the plug before making any adjustments ting to maintain the original performance or repairs. level. To adjust: TO ADJUST SKID HEIGHT • Position the snow threwer on a level sur- face. This snow thrower is equipped with two height adjustment skids, located on the out- • Make sure both tires are equa
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• Remove fuel from tank, and stand blower TO REPLACE BELTS on end, The drive belts on this snow thrower are of • Pull rubber boot off the top of the spdng. special construction and should be replaced Push the cable through the spring (see with original equipment belts available from figure below) to expose the threaded por- your nearest Craftsman Store or Service tion of the cable. Center. You will need the assistance of a second person while replacing the belts. Drain the gasoline from the fuel
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• Measure the distance between the belt • Remove top two bolts that secure auger guide and the belt (see figure below). The housing to motor mount frame. Loosen distance should be 1/8". bottom two botts, Auger housing and • If adjustment is necessary, loosen the motormount frame will separate, hinged belt guide mounting bolt. Move the belt by bottom two bolts. guide to the correct position and tighten the mounting bolt. • Remove old bell from auger drive pulley. • Reinstall the belt cover. • Ins
