Operator's

Manual

CRRFTSMRN
24" SNOW THROWER
Model No. 247.889571

o SAFETY
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
PARTS LIST
o ESPANOL

CAUTION:
Before using
this product,
read this
manual and follow all
safety rules and operating
instructions.
Sears Brands

Management

Corporation,

Visit our website:

Hoffman

www.craftsman.com

Estates,

IL 60179, U.S.A.
FORM1/0. 769-05095D
7/26/2011

Warranty
Statement....................
SafeOperationPractices..............
Assembly.........................
Operation........................
Service&Maintenance
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Page2
Pages3-6
Pages8-11
Pages12-15
Pages16-23

Off-Season
Storage...................
Page24
Troubleshooting
......................
Page25
PartsList.........................
Pages26-42
RepairProtection
Agreement
............
Page47
Espa_ol
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Page48

CRAFTSMANTWOYEAR FULL WARRANTY

FOR
TWOYEARS
fromthedateofpurchase,
thisproduct
iswarranted
against
anydefects
inmaterial
orworkmanship.
Defective
product
will
receive
freerepair
orfreereplacement
ifrepair
isunavailable.
Thiswarranty
isvoidifthisproduct
iseverused
whileproviding
commercial
services
orifrented
toanother
person.
Forwarrantycoverage details to obtain repairor replacement,visit the website: www.craftsman.com
This warranty covers ONLYdefects in material and workmanship. Warranty coverage does NOT include:

Expendableitemsthat can wearoutfrom normalusewithin thewarrantyperiod,including

but not limitedto augers,auger paddles,drift
cutters,skid shoes,shaveplate, shearpins, spark plug,air cleaner,belts,and oil filter.

Standardmaintenanceservicing,oil changes,or tune-ups.

Tire replacementor repaircausedby puncturesfrom outsideobjects,such as nails,thorns,stumps,or glass.

Tireor wheelreplacementor repairresultingfrom normalwear,accident,or improperoperationor maintenance.

Repairsnecessarybecauseof operatorabuse, includingbutnot limitedto damagecausedby over-speedingthe engine,or from impacting
objectsthat bendthe frame,auger shaft,etc.

Repairsnecessarybecauseof operatornegligence,includingbut not limitedto, electricaland mechanicaldamagecausedby improper

storage,failureto usethe propergradeand amountof engineoil, or failureto maintainthe equipmentaccordingto the instructionscontained
in the operator'smanual.
Engine(fuelsystem)cleaningor repairscausedbyfuel determinedto be contaminatedor oxidized(stale).In general,fuel shouldbe used
within30 daysof its purchasedate.
Normaldeteriorationand wearof the exteriorfinishes,or productlabel replacement.
This warrantygivesyou specificlegal rights,and you mayalso haveotherrightswhich vary from stateto state.

Sears Brands

Management

EngineOil Type:
EngineOil Capacity:
FuelCapacity:

5W-30
20 ounces
2.3Quarts

SparkPlug:
SparkPlugGap:

F6RTC(951-10292)
.020"to .030"

Corporation,

Hoffman

Estates,

IL 60179

Model Number.................................................................
Serial Number .................................................................
Date of Purchase .............................................................
Recordthe modelnumber,serialnumber
and dateof purchaseabove

KCD IR LLC

This machinewas builtto be operatedaccordingto the safeoperation practicesin this manual.As with anytype of powerequipment,
carelessnessor error on the partof the operatorcan resultin serious
injury.This machineis capableof amputatingfingers,hands,toes
and feet and throwingdebris.Failureto observethe followingsafety
instructionscouldresultin seriousinjuryor death.

This symbolpointsout importantsafetyinstructionswhich,if not

followed,couldendangerthepersonalsafetyand/orpropertyof
yourselfand others. Readand followall instructionsin this manual
beforeattemptingto operatethis machine.Failureto complywith
these instructionsmay resultin personalinjury.Whenyou seethis
symbol,HEEDITS WARNING!

CALIFORNIA

PROPOSITION

65

Your Responsibility--Restrict the use of this powermachineto

personswho read,understandand follow thewarningsand instructions in this manualand on the machine,

EngineExhaust,someof its constituents,and certainvehicle

componentscontainor emit chemicalsknownto Stateof California
to cause cancerand birthdefects or otherreproductiveharm,

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

TRAiNiNG

PREPARATION

Thoroughlyinspectthearea wherethe equipmentisto be used.

Removeall doormats,newspapers,sleds,boards,wires and other
foreignobjects,whichcouldbe trippedoveror thrownby the auger/
impeller.

Alwayswear safetyglassesor eyeshieldsduringoperationand

while performingan adjustmentor repairto protectyoureyes.
Thrownobjectswhich ricochetcancause seriousinjuryto the
eyes.
Donot operatewithoutwearingadequatewinteroutergarments.
Donot wearjewelry,long scarvesor otherlooseclothing,which
could becomeentangledin movingparts.Wearfootwearwhich
will improvefooting on slipperysurfaces.
Usea groundedthree-wireextensioncordand receptaclefor all
machineswith electricstartengines.

Read,understand,and followall instructions

on the machineand
in themanual(s)beforeattemptingto assembleand operate.
Failureto do socan resultin serious injuryto the operatorand/
or bystanders.Keepthis manualin a safe placeforfuture and
regularreferenceand for orderingreplacementparts.
Be familiarwith all controlsand their properoperation.Knowhow
to stop the machineand disengagethemquickly.
Neverallowchildrenunder 14 yearsof age to operatethis
machine.Children14and over shouldreadand understandthe
instructionsand safe operationpracticesin this manualand on
the machineand be trainedand supervisedby an adult.
Neverallowadultsto operatethis machinewithoutproper
instruction.

Thrownobjectscan causeseriouspersonalinjury. Planyour

snow-throwingpatternto avoiddischargeof materialtoward
roads,bystandersand the like.
Keepbystanders,pets and childrenat least75 feet from the
machinewhile it is in operation.Stopmachineif anyoneenters
the area.

Disengageall controlleversbeforestartingthe engine.

Adjust collectorhousingheightto cleargravelor crushedrock
surfaces.

Exercisecautionto avoidslippingor falling,especiallywhen

operatingin reverse.

Neverattemptto make anyadjustmentswhileengineis running,

exceptwherespecificallyrecommendedin the operator'smanual.
Letengineand machineadjustto outdoortemperaturebefore
startingto clearsnow.

Safe Handling of Gasoline

Toavoidpersonalinjuryor propertydamageuseextremecare in
handlinggasoline.Gasolineis extremelyflammableand the vaporsare
explosive.Seriouspersonalinjurycan occurwhengasolineis spilled
on yourselfor yourclotheswhichcan ignite.Washyour skin and
changeclothesimmediately.

Neverremovegas capor add fuel whilethe engineis hot

or running.

Allowengine to coolat leasttwo minutesbeforerefueling.

Neveroverfill fueltank. Filltank to no morethan1/2inch
belowbottomof filler neckto providespacefor fuel
expansion.
Replacegasolinecap and tightensecurely.

Useonly an approvedgasolinecontainer.
Extinguishall cigarettes,cigars,pipesand other sources
of ignition.
Neverfuelmachineindoors.

Donot overloadmachinecapacityby attemptingto clearsnowat

too fastof a rate.

Neveroperatethis machinewithoutgoodvisibility or light. Always

be sureof yourfootingand keepa firm hold on the handles.Walk,
neverrun.

Disengagepowerto theauger/impellerwhentransportingor not

in use.

Neveroperatemachineat high transportspeedson slippery

surfaces.Lookdownand behindand usecare whenbackingup.
If the machineshouldstart to vibrateabnormally,stop the engine,
disconnectthe spark plugwire and groundit againstthe engine.
Inspectthoroughlyfor damage.Repairanydamagebefore
startingand operating.

startingthe engine.
Neverstorethe machineor fuel containerinsidewhere
thereis an open flame,sparkor pilotlight (e.g.furnace,
waterheater,space heater,clothesdryer etc.).

Allowmachineto cool at least5 minutesbeforestoring.

Neverfill containersinsidea vehicleor on a truckor trailer
bed with a plasticliner.Alwaysplacecontainerson the
groundawayfromyourvehicle beforefilling.

OPERATION

Do not puthandsor feet near rotatingparts,in the auger/impeller

housingor chuteassembly.Contactwith the rotatingpartscan
amputatehandsand feet.

Theauger/impellercontrol leveris a safetydevice.Neverbypass

its operation.Doingso makesthe machineunsafeand may cause
personalinjury.
Thecontrol leversmustoperateeasilyin bothdirectionsand
automaticallyreturnto the disengagedpositionwhenreleased.

Planyoursnow-throwingpatternto avoiddischargetowards
windows,walls,cars etc. Thus,avoidingpossibleproperty
damageor personalinjurycausedby a ricochet.
Neverdirect dischargeat children,bystandersand petsor allow
anyonein front of the machine.

If gasolineis spilled,wipeit off the engineand equipment.

Movemachineto anotherarea.Wait5 minutesbefore

If possible,removegas-poweredequipmentfrom thetruck
or trailerand refuelit on the ground.If this is not possible,
then refuelsuch equipmenton a trailerwith a portable
container,ratherthan from a gasolinedispensernozzle.
Keepthe nozzlein contactwith the rimof the fueltank or
containeropeningat all timesuntil fuelingis complete.Do
notuse a nozzlelock-opendevice.

Exerciseextremecautionwhenoperatingon or crossinggravel
surfaces.Stay alertfor hidden hazardsor traffic.
Exercisecautionwhenchangingdirectionand whileoperatingon
slopes.Do notoperateon steep slopes.

Disengageall controlleversand stop enginebeforeyouleave

the operatingposition(behindthe handles).Wait untilthe auger/
impellercomesto a completestop beforeuncloggingthechute
assembly,makingany adjustments,or inspections.
Neverput yourhand in the dischargeor collectoropenings.Do
not unclogchuteassemblywhileengineis running.Shutoff
engineand remainbehindhandlesuntilall movingparts have
stoppedbeforeunclogging.
Useonly attachmentsand accessoriesapprovedby the manufacturer (e.g.wheelweights,tire chains,cabsetc.).
Whenstartingengine,pull cord slowlyuntilresistanceis felt, then
pull rapidly.Rapidretractionof startercord(kickback)will pull
hand and armtowardenginefasterthan youcan let go. Broken
bones,fractures,bruisesor sprainscould result.
If situationsoccur whichare notcoveredin this manual,use care
and good judgment.
Forin-warrantysafety,operationor maintenancequestions,or to
order parts and scheduleservice,call 1-800-4-MY-HOME.

CLEARING

A CLOGGED

DISCHARGE

CHUTE

Handcontactwith the rotatingimpellerinsidethe dischargechute

is the mostcommoncauseof injuryassociatedwith snowthrowers.
Neveruse yourhand to cleanout thedischargechute.
Toclear thechute:

Neveroperatewith a missingor damagedchuteassembly.Keep

all safetydevicesin placeand working.
Neverrun an engine indoorsor in a poorlyventilatedarea. Engine
exhaustcontainscarbonmonoxide,an odorlessand deadlygas.
Do notoperatemachinewhileunder the influenceof alcoholor
drugs.
Mufflerand engine becomehotand can causea burn.Do not
touch.Keepchildrenaway.

1.

SHUTTHE ENGINEOFF!

2.

Wait 10secondsto be surethe impellerbladeshavestopped

rotating.
Alwaysusea clean-outtool, not yourhands.

3.

MAINTENANCE

& STORAGE

Nevertamperwith safetydevices.Checktheirproperoperation
regularly.Referto the maintenanceand adjustmentsectionsof
this manual.

Beforecleaning,repairing,or inspectingmachinedisengageall
controlleversand stop the engine.Wait untilthe auger/impeller
cometo a completestop.Disconnectthe sparkplug wireand
groundagainsttheengine to preventunintendedstarting.
Checkboltsand screwsfor propertightnessat frequentintervals
to keepthe machinein safe workingcondition.Also, visually
inspectmachinefor anydamage.
Do notchangetheengine governorsettingor over-speedthe
engine.Thegovernorcontrolsthe maximumsafeoperatingspeed
of the engine.
Snowthrowershaveplatesand skid shoesare subjectto wear
and damage.Foryoursafetyprotection,frequentlycheckall
componentsand replacewith originalequipmentmanufacturer's
(OEM)parts onlyas listed in the Partspagesof this operator's
manual.Useof parts which do not meetthe originalequipment
specificationsmay leadto improperperformanceand compromise safety!
Checkcontrolleversperiodicallyto verifythey engageand disengage properlyand adjust,if necessary.Referto the adjustment
sectioninthis operator'smanualfor instructions.
Maintainor replacesafetyand instruction
labels,as necessary.
Observeproperdisposallawsand regulationsfor gas, oil,etc. to
protectthe environment.
Priorto storing,run machinea few minutestoclear snowfrom
machineand preventfreezeup of auger/impeller.
Neverstorethe machineor fuel containerinsidewherethereisan
open flame,spark or pilot lightsuch as a waterheater,furnace,
clothesdryer etc.
Alwaysreferto the operator'smanualfor properinstructions
on
off-seasonstorage.
Checkfuelline,tank, cap,and fittings frequentlyfor cracksor
leaks.Replaceif necessary.
Do notcrank enginewith spark plug removed.
Accordingto the ConsumerProductsSafetyCommission(CPSC)
and the U.S.EnvironmentalProtectionAgency(EPA),this product
hasan AverageUsefulLifeof seven(7) years,or 60 hoursof
operation.At the end of theAverageUsefulLifehavethe machine
inspectedannuallybyan authorizedservicedealer to ensurethat
all mechanicaland safetysystemsare workingproperlyand not
wornexcessively.Failureto do so can resultin accidents,injuries
or death.

DO NOT MODIFY

ENGINE

Toavoidseriousinjuryor death,do not modifyengine in any way.

Tamperingwith the governorsettingcanlead to a runawayengineand
cause it to operateat unsafespeeds.Nevertamperwithfactory setting
of engine governor.

NOTICE

REGARDING

EMiSSiONS

Engineswhich are certifiedtocomplywith Californiaand federal

EPAemissionregulationsfor SORE(SmallOff RoadEquipment)are
certifiedto operateon regularunleadedgasoline,and mayinclude
the followingemissioncontrol systems:EngineModification(EM),
OxidizingCatalyst(OC), SecondaryAir Injection(SAI)and ThreeWay
Catalyst(TWO)if so equipped.

SPARK

ARRESTOR

This machineisequippedwith an internalcombustionengineand

shouldnotbe usedon or nearany unimprovedforest-covered,
brush-coveredor grass-coveredland unlessthe engine'sexhaust
systemisequippedwith a sparkarrestormeetingapplicablelocalor
statelaws (if any)
If a sparkarrestoris used, it shouldbe maintainedin effectiveworking
order by theoperator.Inthe State of Californiathe aboveis required
bylaw (Section4442 of the CaliforniaPublicResourcesCode). Other
statesmayhavesimilarlaws. Federallawsapplyon federallands.
A spark arrestorfor the muffleris availablethroughyournearestSears
Partsand RepairServiceCenter.

SAFETY

SYMBOLS

This pagedepictsand describessafetysymbolsthat mayappear on this product. Read,understand,and followall instructionson the machine
beforeattemptingto assembleand operate.

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READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S)

Read, understand,

and follow

all instructions

in the manual(s) before

attempting

to assemble

and

operate

WARNING--

ROTATING BLADES

Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings

inside

WARNING--

machine is running. There are rotating

blades

while

machine is running. There are rotating

blades

ROTATING BLADES

Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings

inside

WARNING--

ROTATING AUGER

Do not put hands or feet near rotating

Contact

while

with the rotating

parts, in the auger/impeller

parts can amputate

housing

or chute assembly.

hands and feet.

"JIp
WARNING--THROWN
This machine

OBJECTS

may pick up and throw objects

WARNING--GASOLINE

WARNING--

injury.

before refueling.

CARBON MONOXIDE

Never run an engine indoors

monoxide,

can cause serious personal

IS FLAMMABLE

Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes

WARNING--

which

or in a poorly ventilated

an odorless and deadly gas+

ELECTRICAL SHOCK

Do not use the engine's

electric starter in the rain

area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

Thispageleftintentionally
blank.

NOTE:Referencesto rightor left sideof the snowthrowerare

determinedfrom behindthe unit in the operatingposition(standing
directlybehindthe snow thrower,facingthe handlepanel).

REMOVING
1.
2.
3.

FROM CARTON

Cut the cornersof thecarton and lay the sidesflat on the ground.
Removeand discard all packinginserts.
Movethe snowthrowerout of thecarton.
Makecertainthe carton has beencompletelyemptiedbefore
discardingit.

LOOSE

PARTS

Tworeplacementaugershearpinsare includedin the handle panel.

Referto ReplacingShear Pinsin the Operationsectionfor more
informationregardingshearpin replacement.

ASSEMBLY
1.
2.

Placethe shiftleverin the Forward-6position.

Observethe lowerreararea of the snowthrowerto be sure both
cablesare alignedwith rollerguidesbeforepivotingthe handle
upward.See Figure1.

Figure1

NOTE:Makecertainthe upperends of eachcableare seatedproperly

in its bracket.
.

Securethehandle bytighteningthe plasticwing knoblocatedon

boththe left and rightsides of the handle.See Figure2. Remove
and discardany rubberbands,if present.They are for packaging
purposesonly.

/
/

Figure2

5.

Positionthechute assemblyoverthe base.See Figure3.

Closethe flangekeepersto securethechute assemblyto the
chute base.See Figure4. The flangekeeperswill click intoplace
whenproperlysecure.

NOTE:If the flangekeeperswill noteasily clickinto place,usethe

palmof yourhand to applyswift,firm pressureto the backof each.
.

a.

b.

Removetheflat washerand hairpinclip from the end of the

chutedirectionalcontrol.
Insertthe end of the chutedirectionalcontrolinto the lower
bracketand securewith the flat washerand hairpinclipjust
removed.See Figure5. If necessary,the lowerbracketcan
be adjusted.Referto ChuteBracketAdjustmentin the
Service& Maintenancesection.

Figure4

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Figure5

Figure3

SET-UP
Chute

Clean-Out

Tool

A chute clean-out tool is fastenedto the top of the augerhousing

with a mountingclip. See Figure6. The tool is designedto cleara
chuteassemblyof ice and snow.This item is fastenedwith a cabletie
at the factory.Cut thecable tie beforeoperatingthe snowthrower.
ChuteClean-outTool
Neveruseyour handsto cleara cloggedchuteassembly.Shut
off engineand remainbehind handlesuntilall movingpartshave
stoppedbeforeusingthe clean-outtool to clear thechute assembly.
Tire Pressure

Underanycircumstancedo notexceed manufacturer'srecommendedpsi. Equaltire pressureshouldbe maintainedat all times.

Excessivepressurewhenseatingbeadsmaycausetire/rim
assemblyto burst with force sufficientto causeseriousinjury. Refer
to sidewallof tirefor recommendedpressure.

Figure6

Thetires are over-inflatedfor shippingpurposes.Checkthetire

pressurebeforeoperatingthe snow thrower.Referto the tire sidewall
for tiremanufacturer'srecommendedpsiand deflate(or inflate)the
tires as necessary.

NOTE:Equaltire pressureis to be maintainedat all timesfor performancepurposes.

ADJUSTMENTS
Skid Shoes
The snowthrowerskid shoesare adjustedupwardat thefactory for
shippingpurposes.Adjustthemdownward,if desired,priorto operating the snowthrower.

It is not recommendedthat youoperatethis snowthroweron gravel

as it can easilypick up and throwloosegravel,causingpersonal
njuryor damageto the snowthrowerand surroundng property.

Forclose snow removalon a smoothsurface,raiseskid shoes

higheron the auger housing.
Use a middleor lowerpositionwhenthearea to be clearedis
uneven,such as a graveldriveway

Figure7

NOTE:If youchooseto operatethe snowthroweron a gravelsurface,

keepthe skid shoesin positionfor maximumclearancebetweenthe
groundand the shaveplate.
Toadjustthe skid shoes:
1. Loosenthe four hexnuts (two on each side)and carriagebolts.
Moveskid shoesto desiredposition. See Figure7.

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2,
3,

Makecertain theentirebottomsurfaceof skid shoeis againstthe

groundto avoidunevenwearon the skid shoes,
Refightennutsand bolts securely,

Chute

f
....

Assembly

Thedistancesnowis throwncan be adjustedby changingthe angle of

the chuteassembly,Todo so:
1, Stopthe engineby removingthe ignitionkeyand loosenthe
plasticwingknobfoundon the left sideof the chuteassembly.
2, Pivotthe chute upwardor downwardbeforeretighteningthewing
knob,See Figure8,
Auger

Control

Priorto operatingyoursnowthrower,carefullyreadand follow all

instructionsbelow,Performall adjustmentsto verifyyour snow
throweris operatingsafelyand properly,
Figure8
Checktheadjustmentof the augercontrolas follows:
1.

2.
3.
4.

Whentheauger controlis releasedand in the disengaged"up"

position,the cableshouldhavevery little slack. It shouldNOTbe
tight.
In a well-ventilatedarea,start the snowthrowerengine.Referto
Startingthe Enginein the Operationsection.
Whilestandingin the operator'sposition(behindthe snow
thrower),engagethe auger.
Allowtheauger to remainengagedfor approximatelyten (10)
secondsbeforereleasingthe augercontrol.Repeatthis several
times.

5.

With theauger controlin thedisengaged"up" position,walkto the

front of the machine.

6.

Confirmthat the augerhas completelystoppedrotatingand

showsNOsigns of motion.If the augershowsANYsignsof
rotating,immediatelyreturnto the operator'spositionand shutoff
the engine.Waitfor ALL movingparts to stop beforeadjustingthe
augercontrol.

7.

Toreadjustthecontrolcable, loosentheupper hexbolt on the

augercablebracket.See Figure9.
Positionthe bracketupwardto providemoreslack(or downward
to increasecabletension).
Retightenthe upperhex bolt.

8.
9.

10. Repeatsteps2-6 aboveto verifyproperadjustmenthasbeen

achieved.

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Shift Lever

Drive Control

J
Auger Control

Gas Cap

ChuteAssembly Oil Fill

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\

ChuteDirectionalControl

Clean Out
Mumer

Tool

Recoil Starter

_.Handle

Primer

Key

Throttle
Control
Choke
Control

Augers
Oil Drain

Skid Shoe

:lectric Start
Button
Electric Starter

Outlet

,..

Figure10

KEY

Nowthat youhaveset up yoursnowthrower,it'simportantto become

acquaintedwith itscontrolsand features.Referto Figure10.

SHIFT

The key is a safetydevice.It mustbe fully

insertedin orderfor the engineto start. Remove
the key whenthe snowthroweris not in use.

LEVER

2345

'

NOTE: Donot turnthe ignitionkey in an attempt

to startthe engine.Doingso may causeit to
break.

CHOKE

The shiftleveris locatedon the dash panel.Placethe shift leverinto

anyof eight positionsto controlthe directionof travel and ground
speed.
Forward

CONTROL

The chokecontrolis foundon the rearof the

engineand is activatedby turningthe rotary
choke knobto the CHOKEposition.Activating
the chokecontrolclosesthe choke plateon the
carburetorand aids in startingthe engine.

Yoursnowthrowerhas six forward(F) speeds.Positionone (1)is the

slowestand positionsix (6) is the fastest.
Reverse
Yoursnowthrowerhastwo reverse(R) speeds.One (1) is the slower
and two (2) is the faster.

Meets ANSI Safety Standards

CraftsmanSnowThrowersconformto the safetystandardof the AmericanNationalStandardsInstitute(ANSI).

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THROTTLE CONTROL

The augercontrol is locatedon the left handle.Squeezethe control

grip againstthe handleto engagethe augerand startsnowthrowing
action.Releaseto stop.

DRIVE CONTROL/AUGER

aiW'

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the engine'scarburetrt aid in c'dweather k

starting.

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RECOIL

STARTER

CONTROL

1
3" J

HANDLE
The drivecontrolis locatedon the righthandle.Squeezethe control
grip againstthe handleto engagethe wheeldrive. Releaseto stop.
The drivecontrolalso lockstheauger controlso youcan operate
the chute directionalcontrolwithoutinterruptingthe snowthrowing
process.If the augercontrolis engagedsimultaneouslywith the drive
control,the operatorcan releasethe augercontrol (on the left handle)
and the augerswill remainengaged.Releaseboth controlsto stop the
augersand wheeldrive.

This handleis usedto manuallystartthe engine.

ELECTRIC

STARTER

BUTTON

Pressingthe electricstarterbuttonengagesthe engine'selectric

starterwhenpluggedintoa 120Vpowersource.

ELECTRIC

LOCK

DRIVE

Thethrottlecontrolis locatedon the rearof the engine.It regulatesthe

speedof theengine and will shutoff the enginewhenmovedintothe
OFF position.

Depressingthe primerforcesfuel directlyinto

CONTROL

STARTER

OUTLET

Requiresthe useof a three-prongoutdoorextensioncord(included)

and a 120Vpowersource/walloutlet.

NOTE:Alwaysreleasethedrivecontrol beforechangingspeeds.
Failureto do so will result in increasedwearon yourmachine'sdrive
system.

OIL FILL
Engineoil levelcan be checkedand oil addedthroughtheoil fill.

CHUTE

DIRECTIONAL

CONTROL

/_CCHUTE DIRECTIONAL

GAS CAP

CONTROL

Unthreadthe gascap to add gasolineto the fuel tank.

DISCHARGE
LEFT

AUGER

DISCHARGE

ADJUSTABLE
CHUTETILT

Whenengaged,the auger bladesrotateand drawsnowintothe auger

housing.

CHUTE

ASSEMBLY

Snowdrawninto theauger housingis dischargedout the chute

assembly.

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The chute directional control is located on left side of the snow thrower.
To change the direction in which snow is thrown, rotate the chute
directional control.

AUGER CONTROL

SKID SHOES
Positionthe skid shoesbasedon surfaceconditions.Adjustupward
for hard-packedsnow.Adjustdownwardwhenoperatingon gravelor
crushedrock surfaces.

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CLEAN-OUT TOOL

Neveruse yourhandsto cleara cloggedchute assembly.Shut

off engineand remainbehindhandlesuntilall movingpartshave
stoppedbeforeusingthe clean-outtoolto clear thechute assembly.

Thechute clean-outtool is convenientlyfastenedto the rear of the

augerhousingwith a mountingclip. Shouldsnowand ice become
lodgedin thechute assemblyduringoperation,proceedas followsto
safelycleanthechute assemblyand chute opening:
1. Releaseboththe AugerControland the DriveControl.
2.
3.
4.

5.

6.

)or.

Useextremecarewhen handlinggasoline.Gasolineis extremely

flammableand thevaporsare explosive.Never fuelthe machine
indoorsor whilethe engine ishotor running.Extinguishcigarettes,
cigars,pipesand othersourcesof ignition.

rear of the augerhousing.

Use the shovel-shapedend of theclean-outtool to dislodgeand
scoopany snowand icewhich hasformedin and near thechute
assembly.

1.
2.

Refastenthe clean-outtool to the mountingclip on the rear of

theauger housing,reinsertthe ignitionkey and startthe snow
thrower'sengine.
Whilestandingin the operator'sposition(behindthesnow
thrower),engagethe auger controlfora few secondsto clear any
remainingsnowand ice from thechute assembly.

STARTING

Be carefulnotto spillfuel whenrefueling.Spilledfuel or fuel vapor

may ignite,ifany fuelis spilled,makesurethe area isdry before
startingthe engine.
Avoidrepeatedor prolongedcontact with skinor breathingof

Stopthe engineby removingthe ignitionkey.

Removethe clean-outtoolfrom the clip whichsecuresit to the

BEFORE

Refuelin a well-ventilatedarea with the enginestopped.Do not

smokeor allowflamesor sparksin the areawherethe engineis
refueledor wheregasolineisstored.
Donot overfillthe fueltank.After refueling,makesurethe tank
cap is closed properlyand securely.

STARTING

THE ENGINE

Alwayskeep handsand feet clearof movingparts. Donot usea

pressurizedstartingfluid.Vaporsare flammable.

ENGINE

NOTE:Allowthe engineto warm up for a few minutesafter starting.

The enginewill notdevelopfull poweruntilit reachesoperating
temperatures.

Read,understand,and followall instructionsand warningson the

machineand in this manualbeforeoperating.

1.

Makecertainboththe augercontrol and drivecontrolare in the

disengaged(released)position.

2.

insertkeyinto slot. Makesureit snaps intoplace. Donot attempt

to turn the key.

Oil
The unit was shippedwith oil in the engine.Checkoil levelbefore
eachoperationto ensureadequateoil inthe engine.Forfurther
instructions,refertothe stepson page 16.

NOTE: Theenginecannot startwithoutthe keyfully insertedintothe

ignitionswitch.

NOTE:Be sureto checkthe engineon a levelsurfacewith the engine

stopped.
1. Removethe oil fillercap/dipstickand wipethe dipstickclean.
2. insertthe cap/dipstickintothe oil filler neck,butdo NOTscrewit
in.
3.

Cleanaroundfuel fill beforeremovingcap to fuel.

A fuel levelindicatorislocatedin the fueltank. See Figure10
inset.Be carefulnotto overfill.Filltank untilfuel reachesthe fuel
levelindicator
to allowspacefor fuel expansion.

Electric

Removethe oil fillercap/dipstick,ifthe levelislow,slowlyadd

oil (5%30, with a minimumclassificationof SF/SG)untiloil level
registersbetweenhigh (H) and low(L).

NOTE:Do notoverfill.Overfillingwith oil mayresult inenginesmoking,

hard startingor spark plugfouling.
4. Replaceand tighten cap/dipstickfirmlybeforestartingengine.
Gasoline
Use automotivegasoline(unleadedor low leadedto minimizecombustionchamberdeposits)with a minimumof 87 octane.Gasolinewith
up to 10%ethanolor 15%MTBE(MethylTertiaryButyl Ether)canbe
used. Neverusean oil/gasolinemixtureor dirty gasoline.Avoidgetting
dirt, dust,or waterin thefuel tank. DO NOTuse E85gasoline.

14

Starter

The optionalelectricstarteris equippedwith a groundedthree-wire

powercordand plug,and is designedto operateon 120volt AC
householdcurrent.Itmustbe usedwith a properlygroundedthreeprongreceptacleat all timesto avoidthe possibilityof electricshock.
Followall instructions
carefullyprior to operatingthe electricstarter.
DONOT useelectricstarterinthe rain.
Determinethat yourhome'swiringis a three-wiregroundedsystem.
Ask a licensedelectricianif you are notcertain.
Ifyou havea groundedthree-prongreceptacle,proceedas follows.
Ifyou do not havethe properhousewiring, DONOT usethe electric
starterunder anyconditions.
1. Plugthe extensioncord intothe outlet locatedon the engine's
surface.Plug the otherend of extensioncord intoa three-prong
120-volt,grounded,AC outlet in a well-ventilatedarea.

2.

Movethrottlecontrolto FAST(rabbit)_T

3.

Movechoketo the CHOKE IJl position(coldenginestart). If

engineis warm,placechokein RUNposition.
Pushprimerthree (3) times, makingsureto covervent hole in
primerbulbwhen pushing.If engineis warm,pushprimeronly
once.Alwayscover venthole whenpushing.Coolweathermay
requireprimingto be repeated.

4.

TO ENGAGE

position.

5.

Pushstarterbuttonto start engine.Oncethe enginestarts,immediatelyreleasestarterbutton.Electricstarteris equippedwith

thermaloverloadprotection;systemwill temporarilyshut-downto
allowstarterto cool if electricstarterbecomesoverloaded.

6.

As theenginewarms,slowlyrotatethe chokecontrol to RUN

position.If the enginefalters,restartengineand run with choke
at half-chokepositionfor a short periodof time,and then slowly
rotatethe chokeinto RUNposition.

1.

DRIVE

With the throttlecontrolin the Fast(rabbit) '_

position,move
shiftleverintoone of thesix forward(F) positionsor two reverse
(R) positions.Selecta speedappropriatefor the snowconditions
and a paceyou'recomfortablewith.

NOTE: When selectinga DriveSpeed,use the slowerspeedsuntil

you are comfortableand familiarwiththe operationof the snow
thrower.
2. Squeezethe drivecontrolagainstthe handleand the snow
throwerwill move.Releaseit and drive motionwill stop.
NOTE:NEVERrepositionthe shiftlever(changespeedsor direction
of travel)withoutfirst releasingthe drivecontrol and bringingthe snow
throwerto a completestop.Doingsowill resultin prematurewearto
the snow thrower'sdrivesystem.

7.

After engineis running,disconnectpowercordfrom electric

starter.Whendisconnecting,alwaysunplugthe end at the wall
outletbeforeunpluggingtheoppositeend from the engine.
Recoil Starter

TO ENGAGE
1.

Toengagethe augerand startthrowingsnow,squeezethe auger

controlagainstthe left handle.Releaseto stopthe auger.

REPLACING
Do notpull the starterhandlewhilethe engine running.

AUGER

SHEAR

PINS

1.

Movethrottlecontrolto FAST(rabbit)_J_ position.

2.

Movechoketo the CHOKE I,'_1position(coldenginestart). If

Eachauger blade is securedto the spiralshaftwith a shearpin and

bow-tieclip. If an auger bladestrikesa foreignobject or icejam, the
pin willshearoff to preventdamageto the blade.If an auger blade
does notturn, checkto see if its pin has shearedoff. See Figure11.

engineis warm,placechokein RUNposition.

Pushprimerthree (3) times, makingsureto covervent hole when
pushing.If engine iswarm,push primeronlyonce. Alwayscover
vent holewhen pushing.Coolweathermay requireprimingto be
repeated.

NEVERreplacethe auger shearpinswith anythingotherthanSears

SKU#88389/0EM Part No. 738-04124Areplacementshearpins.
Anydamageto the augergearboxor othercomponentsas a resultof
[fa ng to do so w NOTbe coveredby yoursnow throwers warranty.

3.

4.

5.

Pull gentlyon the starterhandleuntil it beginsto resist,then

pull quicklyand forcefullyto overcomethe compression.Do
not releasethe handleand allowit to snapback.Returnrope
SLOWLYto original position.If required,repeatthis step.
As theenginewarms,slowlyrotatethe chokecontrol to RUN
position.If the enginefalters,restartengineand run with choke
at half-chokepositionfor a short periodof time,and then slowly
rotatethe chokeinto RUNposition.

Alwaysturnoff the snowthrower'sengineand removethe key prior to

replacingshearpins.

Toavoid unsupervisedengineoperation,neverleavethemachine
unattendedwith the enginerunning.Turnthe engineoff after useand
removekey.

STOPPING

THE ENGINE

After youhavefinishedsnow-throwing,run enginefora few minutes

beforestoppingto help dry off any moistureon the engine.
1.
2.

3.

Movethrottlecontrolto OFF position.

Removethekey.Removingthe key will reducethe possibilityof
unauthorizedstartingof the enginewhileequipmentis notin use.
Keepthe key in a safe place.The enginecannotstart withoutthe
key.

iJ

Wipeany moistureawayfrom the controlson theengine.

Figure11

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MAINTENANCE

Beforeperforminganytype ofmaintenance/service,
disengageall
controlsand stoptheengine.Waituntilall movingpartshavecometo
a completestop.Disconnectsparkplugwireandgroundit againstthe
enginetopreventunintendedstarting.Alwayswearsafetyglassesduring
operationor whileperforminganyadjustmentsor repairs.

SCHEDULE

Followthe maintenanceschedulegiven below.This chart describes

serviceguidelinesonly. Usethe ServiceLog columnto keeptrackof
completedmaintenancetasks.To locate the nearest Sears Service
Centeror to scheduleservice,simplycontactSearsat
1-800-4-MY-HOME.

1.

Check

Unitand engine.

2.
3.

Tightenor replace
Clean

Engineoil

1.

Change

1.
2.
3.

Sparkplug
Controllinkagesand pivots
Wheels

1.

Check

2.

Lubewith light oil

4.

Gear shaftand Augershaft

3.
4.

Lubewith multipurposeautogrease
Lubewith light oil

Annuallyor 50 hours

1.

Engineoil

1.

Change

Annuallyor 100 hours

1.

Sparkplug

1.

Change

BeforeStorage

1.

Fuelsystem

1.

Runengineuntilit stopsfrom lack

offuel

EachUseand every 5
hours

1st5 hours
Annuallyor 25 hours

ENGINE
Checking

1.
2.

Engineoil level
Looseor missinghardware

3.
1.

MAINTENANCE
Engine

Oil

Beforelubricating,repairing,or inspecting,disengageall controls

Iand stop engine.Wait untilall movingpartshavecometo a complete
_stop.

NOTE: Checktheoil levelbeforeeachuseto be surecorrectoil level

is maintained.

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Whenaddingoil to the engine,referto viscositychart below.Engine

oil capacityis 600 ml (approx.20 oz.). Donot over-fill.Usea 4-stroke,
or an equivalenthighdetergent,premiumquality motoroil certified
to meet or exceedU.S.automobilemanufacturer'srequirementsfor
serviceclassificationSG, SR MotoroilsclassifiedSG, SFwill show
this designationon the container.
1. Removethe oil fillercap/dipstickand wipethe dipstickclean.
2. Insertthe cap/dipstickintothe oil filler neck,butdo NOTscrewit
in.
3.
4.

marks

Figure12

Removethe oil fillercap/dipstick.If levelis low, slowlyadd oil until

oil levelregistersbetweenhigh (H) and low (L). See Figure12.
Replaceand tighten cap/dipstickfirmlybeforestartingengine.

Changing

Engine

Oil

NOTE:Changethe engineoil after the first5 hoursof operationand

oncea seasonor every 50 hoursthereafter.
1. Drainfuelfrom tank by runningengineuntilthe fuel tank is empty.
Be surefuel fill cap is secure.

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2.
3.

Placesuitableoil collectioncontainerunderoil drain plug.

Removeoil drain plug.See Figure13on nextpage.

4.

Tip engineto drain oil intothe container.Usedoil mustbe

disposedof at a propercollectioncenter.

Usedoil isa hazardouswasteproduct.Disposeof usedoil properly.

IDo notdiscardwith householdwaste.Checkwith your localauthorilties or SearsService Centerfor safe disposal/recyclingfacilities.

6.

Reinstallthe drain plugand tightenit securely.

Refillwith the recommendedoil and checkthe oil level.See
RecommendedOil Usagechart.Theengine'soil capacityis 20
ounces.

(%-400 -200 0o 200 400

("c)

Oil Drain
Plug

-300 -200 -10 0

DONOTuse nondetergentoil or 2-strokeengineoil. It could shorten

the engine'sservicelife.

7.

Reinstallthe oil fillercap/dipsticksecurely.

Figure13

Spark Plug

after handling usedoil.

Checking

Spark

Plug

O
DO NOTcheckfor sparkwith spark plug removed.DO NOTcrank
enginewith sparkplug removed.

If the engine hasbeen running,the mufflerwill be very hot. Be careful

notto touch the muffler.
NOTE: Checkthe sparkplug oncea seasonor every 25 hoursof
operation.Changethe sparkplug oncea seasonor every 100hours.
Toensureproperengine operation,the sparkplug mustbe properly
gappedand freeof deposits.
1. Removethespark plug bootand use a sparkplug wrenchto
removethe plug.See Figure14.
2. Visuallyinspectthe spark plug.Discardthe spark plug if thereis
apparentwear,or if the insulatoris crackedor chipped.Cleanthe
sparkplug with a wirebrush if it is to be reused.
3.

4.
5.

Figure14

Electrode

Measurethe plug gap with a feelergauge.Correctas necessary

by bendingsideelectrode.See Figure15.The gap shouldbe set
to .02-.03inches(0.60-0.80ram).
Checkthatthe sparkplug washeris in good conditionand thread
the sparkplug in by handto preventcross-threading.
After thespark plug is seated,tightenwith a spark plugwrenchto
compressthe washer.
.02-.03 in.
{0.60-0.80 ram)

NOTE:Wheninstallinga newsparkplug,tighten 1/2-turnafter the

sparkplug seatsto compressthe washer.Whenreinstallinga used
sparkplug,tighten 1/8-to 1/4-turnafter the sparkplug seatsto
compressthe washer.

Figure15

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become hotandcan

inc.

LUBRICATION
Gear Shaft
Thegear (hex)shaft shouldbe lubricatedat least oncea seasonor
afterevery 25 hoursof operation.
1.
2.
3.
4.

Topreventspillage,removeall fuel fromtank by runningengine

until it stops.
Carefullypivotthe snowthrowerup and forwardso that it restson
theauger housing.
Removethe lowerframecover fromthe undersideof the snow
throwerby removingthe self-tappingscrewswhich secureit.
Applya lightcoatingof engineoil (or 3-in-1oil) to the hexshaft.
See Figure16.
Figure16

NOTE:Whenlubricatingthe hexshaft, be carefulnotto get any oil on

thealuminumdriveplateor rubberfrictionwheel. Doingsowill hinder
the snowthrower'sdrive system.Wipeoff anyexcessor spilledoil.
Wheels

At least oncea season,removebothwheels.Cleanand coat theaxles

with a multipurposeautomotivegreasebeforereinstallingwheels.
Chute

Directional

Control

Oncea season,lubricatethe eye boltbushingand thespiralwith 3-in-1

oil.
Auger Shaft
At least oncea season,removethe shearpinson augershaft. Spray
lubricantinsideshaft,and aroundthe spacersand flangebearings
foundat eitherend of the shaft. See Figure17.

SHAVE

PLATE AND SKID SHOES

Figure17

The shaveplateand skid shoeson the bottomof the snowthrowerare

subjectto wear.They shouldbe checkedperiodicallyand replaced
whennecessary.
NOTE:Theskid shoeson this machinehavetwo wearedges.When
one sidewears out, theycan be rotated1800to usethe otheredge.
To removeskid shoes:
1.

Removethe two carriagebolts,washers,and hex flangenutsthat

secureeachskid shoeto the snow thrower.

2.

Reassemblenew skid shoeswith the fourcarriagebolts (two on

eachside), washers,and hex flangenuts.Referto Figure18.
To removeshaveplate:
1.
2.

Removethe carriageboltsand hexnuts whichattachit to the

snowthrowerhousing.
Reassemblenew shaveplate,makingsureheadsof carriage
bolts are to the insideof housing.Tightensecurely.See Figure18.

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NOTE:Augers not shown for clarity.

Figure18

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ADJUSTMENTS
Shift Cable
If thefull rangeof speeds(forwardand reverse)cannotbe achieved,
referto the figureto the rightand adjustthe shift cableas follows:
1. Placethe shiftleverin thefastest forward speedposition(F6).
2. Loosenthe hex nuton the shiftcable indexbracket.See Figure
19.
3.
4.

Pivotthe bracketdownwardto take up slack in the cable.

Retightenthehex nut.

Drive

Control

Whenthedrivecontrol is releasedand in thedisengaged"up"position,

the cableshouldhavevery little slack.It shouldNOTbe tight. Also,
if thereis excessiveslackin thedrive cableor if the unitexperiences
intermittentdrivewhileusing,the cable mayneed to be adjusted.
Checktheadjustmentof the drivecontrolas follows:
1.
2.

3.

4.
5.

With thedrivecontrol released,pushthe snowthrowergently

forward.The unitshouldroll freely.
Engagethe drivecontroland gently attemptto pushthe snow
throwerforward.Thewheelsshouldnotturn. The unitshouldnot
roll freely.
With thedrivecontrol released,movethe shift leverbackand
forth betweenthe R2positionand the F6 positionseveraltimes.
Thereshouldbe no resistancein the shiftlever.

If anyof the abovetests failed,the drivecable is in needof

adjustment.Proceedas follows:
Shutoff theengineas instructedin the Operationsection.

6.

Loosenthe lowerhexbolt on the drivecable bracket.See Figure

20.

7.

Positionthe bracketupwardto providemoreslack(or downward

to increasecabletension).

8.

Retightenthe lowerhex bolt.

Chute

Bracket

Figure20

If the spiralat the bottomof the chutedirectionalcontrol is notfully

engagingwith the chuteassembly,the chute bracketcan be adjusted.
Todo so:
1.
2.

Figure19

Loosenthe two nuts which securethechute bracketand reposition it slightly.See Figure21.

Retightenthe nuts.

Figure21

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Auger Control
Referto the Assemblysectionfor instructions
on adjustingtheauger
controlcable.

"_

Skid Shoes
Referto the Assemblysectionfor instructions
on adjustingthe skid
shoes.

BELT REPLACEMENT
Auger Belt
To removeand replaceyoursnow thrower'sauger belt, proceedas
follows:
1.

Topreventspillage,removeall fuel fromtank by runningengine

until itstops.

2.

Removethe plasticbelt coveron the front of the engineby removing the two self-tappingscrews.See Figure22.
Rollthe auger beltoff theengine pulley.See Figure23.

3.
4.
5.

Carefullypivotthe snowthrowerup and forwardso that itrestson

theauger housing.
Removethe frame coverfrom the undersideof the snow thrower
by removingfourself-tappingscrewswhich secureit. See Figure
24.

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Figure22

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6. Remove
thebeltasfollows.
Refer
toFigure
25.
a. Loosen
andremove
theshoulder
screw
which
actsasabelt
keeper.
b. Unhook
theauger
brake
bracket
spring
fromtheframe.
7. Remove
thebeltfromaround
theauger
pulley,
andslipthebelt
between
thesupport
bracket
andtheauger
pulley.
SeeFigure
26.
8. Reassemble
auger
beltbyfollowing
instructions
inreverse
order.
9. Perform
theAuger
Control
testoutlined
intheAssembly
section
ofthismanual.
NOTE:
DoNOT
forget
toreinstall
theshoulder
screw
andreconnect
thespring
totheframe
afterinstalling
areplacement
auger
belt.
Drive Belt
Toremoveand replaceyoursnow thrower'sdrivebelt, proceedas
follows:
1.

Topreventspillage,removeall fuel fromtank by runningengine

untilit stops.

2.

Removetheplasticbelt coveron the front of the engineby removing the two self-tappingscrews.See Figure22 on previouspage.
Removethebelt as follows.Referto Figure27.

3.

a.
b.

Rollthe auger beltoff theengine pulley.

Use a wrenchto pivotthe idlerpulleytowardthe right.

c.

Lift the drivebelt off enginepulley.

Figure25

Figure26

Figure27

21

4, Carefully
pivot
thesnow
thrower
upandforward
sothatitrests
on
theauger
housing.
5. Remove
theframe
cover
fromtheunderside
ofthesnow
thrower
byremoving
theself-tapping
screws
which
secure
it.Refer
to
Figure
24,
6. Backoutthestopbolttoincrease
theclearance
between
the
friction
wheel
discandfriction
wheel,
SeeFigure
28,
7. Slipthedrive
beltoffthepulley
andbetween
friction
wheel
and
friction
wheel
disc,SeeFigure
28,
8, Remove
andreplace
beltinthereverse
order,
Besuretoreinstall
thestopbolt.
FRiCTiON

WHEEL

REMOVAL

Stop Bolt

If the snowthrowerfailsto drive with thedrivecontrol engaged,

and performingthe drivecontrolcableadjustmentfails to correct
the problem,the frictionwheelmayneed to be replaced.Followthe
instructionsbelow.Examinethe frictionwheelfor signsof wearor
crackingand replaceif necessary.
1. Topreventspillage,removeall fuel fromtank by runningengine
until it stops.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Figure28

ii

Placethe shiftleverin third Forward(F3) position.

Carefullypivotthe snowthrowerup and forwardso that it restson
theauger housing.
Removethe frame coverfrom the undersideof the snow thrower
by removingthe self-tappingscrewswhich secureit.
Removethe right-handwheelby removingthe screwand bell
washerwhichsecureit to theaxle. See Figure29.
Carefullyremovethe hexnut and washerwhichsecuresthe hex
shaftto the snowthrowerframeand lightlytap the shaft'send
to dislodgethe ball bearingfrom the rightsideof theframe.See
Figure30.
J
Figure29

J
Figure30

22

NOTE:Be carefulnot to damagethe threadson the shaft,

7.

Carefullypositionthe hexshaftdownwardand to the left before

carefullyslidingthe frictionwheelassemblyoff the shaft. See
Figure31.

NOTE: If you'rereplacingthe frictionwheelassemblyas a whole,

discardthe wornpartand slidethe newpart ontothe hexshaft.
8.
9.

Followthe stepsabovein reverseorderto reassemble

components.
Performthetest previouslydescribedin the Drive Control
section.

If you'redisassemblingthefrictionwheeland replacingonly the rubber

ring,proceedas follows:
1. Removethefour screwswhich securethe frictionwheel'sside
platestogether. See Figure32.
2.
3.

Removethe rubberring from betweenthe plates.

Reassemblethe side plateswith a newrubberring.
Figure31

NOTE: Whenreassemblingthe frictionwheelassembly,makesure

that the rubberring is centeredand seatedproperlybetweenthe side
plates.Tighteneachscrewonlyone rotationbeforeturningthe wheel
clockwiseand proceedingwith the next screw.Repeatthis process
severaltimes toensurethe platesare securedwith equalforce
(between6 ft-lbsand 9 ft-lbs).
4.

5.

Slide the frictionwheelassemblybackonto the hexshaftand

follow thestepsabovein reverseorder to reassemble
components.
Performthe testpreviouslydescribedin the DriveControl
section.

Figure32

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If the snowthrowerwillnot be usedfor30 daysor longer,or if it is the end of the snowseasonwhenthe last possibilityof snowis gone,the
equipmentneedsto be storedproperly.Followstorageinstructionsbelowto ensuretop performancefrom the snowthrowerfor manymoreyears.

PREPARING

PREPARING

ENGINE

Whenstoringthe snowthrowerin an unventilatedor metal storage shed,careshouldbe taken to rustprooftheequipment.Using

a light oil or silicone,coat theequipment,especiallyanychains,
springs,bearingsand cables.

Enginesstoredover30 days need to be drainedof fuel to prevent

deteriorationand gumfrom formingin fuel systemor on essential
carburetorparts.If thegasolinein yourenginedeterioratesduring
storage,youmay needto havethe carburetor,and otherfuel system
components,servicedor replaced.
1.
2.
3.

Removeall fuel fromtank by runningengineuntil it stops. Donot

attemptto pourfuel from the engine.
Changethe engineoil.
Removesparkplug and pour approximately1 oz. (30 rnl) of clean
engineoil intothe cylinder.Pullthe recoilstarterseveraltimesto
distributetheoil, and reinstallthe spark plug.

4.

Cleandebrisfrom aroundengine,and under,around,and behind

muffler.Applya lightfilm of oil on anyareasthat are susceptible
to rust.

Storein a clean,dry and wellventilatedarea awayfrom anyappliancethat operateswith a flame or pilotlight, such as a furnace,
waterheater,or clothesdryer.Avoidany areawith a spark
producingelectricmotor,or wherepowertools are operated.

Neverstoresnow throwerwith fuel in tank indoorsor in poorlyventilatedareas,wherefuel fumesmay reachan openflame,spark or pilol
lightas on a furnace,water heater,clothesdryer or gas appliance.

SNOW THROWER

If possible,avoidstorageareaswith high humidity.

Keepthe enginelevelin storage.Tiltingcan causefuel or oil
leakage.

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Removeall dirt fromexteriorof engineand equipment.

Followlubricationrecommendations.

Storeequipmentin a clean,dry area.

Enginefails to start

1.
2.

Chokecontrolnot in CHOKEposition.
Sparkplugwire disconnected.

1.
2.

Movechokecontrolto CHOKEposition.
Connectwireto sparkplug.

3.
4.
5.

Faultysparkplug.
Fueltank emptyor stalefuel.
Enginenot primed.

3.
4.
5.

Clean,adjustgap,or replace.
Filltank with clean,freshgasoline.
Primeengineas instructedin the OperationSection.

6.
7.

Keynot inserted.
Extensioncordnot connected(when
usingelectricstartbutton,on modelsso
equipped).

6.
7.

Insertkeyfully intothe switch.

Connectone end of the extensioncordto the electric
starteroutletand the otherend to a three-prong
120-volt,grounded,ACoutlet.

Enginerunningerratically/
inconsistentRPM(huntingor

1.
2.

Enginerunningon CHOKE.
Stalefuel.

1.

Movechokecontrolto RUNposition.

surging)

3.

Wateror dirt in fuel system.

2.
3.

Filltank with clean,freshgasoline.

Drainfueltank by runningengineuntil it stops. Refill
with freshfuel.

4.

Over-governedengine.

4.

ContactyourSearsParts & RepairCenter.

Excessivevibration

1.

Loosepartsor damagedauger.

1.

Stopengineimmediatelyand disconnectsparkplug
wire.Tightenall boltsand nuts.If vibrationcontinues,
haveunit servicedbya SearsParts& RepairCenter.

Lossof power

1.
2.

Sparkplugwire loose.
Gascap vent hole plugged.

1.
2.

Connectand tightenspark plugwire.

Removeiceand snowfrom gascap. Be certainvent
hole is clear.

Unitfails to propel itself

1.

Drivecable in need of adjustment.

1.

Adjustdrivecontrolcable. Referto Serviceand

Maintenancesection.

2.

Drivebelt looseor damaged.

2.

Replacedrive belt. Referto Serviceand Maintenancesection.

3.

Wornfrictionwheel.

3.

Changefrictionwheelor contactyour SearsParts&

RepairCenter.

1.

Chuteassemblyclogged.

1.

2.

Foreignobject lodgedin auger.

2.

Stopengineimmediatelyand disconnectsparkplug
wire.Cleanchute assemblyand insideof auger
housingwith clean-outtoolor a stick.
Stopengineimmediatelyand disconnectsparkplug
wire. Removeobjectfrom augerwith clean-outtool
or a stick.

3.

Augercablein needof adjustment.

3.

Adjustaugercontrolcable. Referto Assembly

section.

4.

Augerbelt looseordamaged.

4.

Replaceauger belt. Referto Serviceand Maintenancesection.

5.

Shearpin(s) sheared.

5.

Replacewith newshearpin(s).

Chuteassembledincorrectly.

1.

Disassemblechute controland reassembleas

directedin the Assemblysection.

Unitfails to dischargesnow

Chutefails to easily rotate 180 1.

degrees

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2.

684-04057A-0637 ImpellerAssembly,12"Dia.

30.

684-04108-0637 SpiralAssembly,RH

3.

710-0347

HexScrew,3/8-16, 1.75,Gr5

31.

731-04870

Spacer,1.25OD x .75 ID x 1.00

4.

710-0451

Bolt,Carriage,5/16-18,.750Grl

32.

736-0188

Washer,Flat, .76x 1.49x .06

5.

710-04484

Screw, 5/16-18,0.750

33.

741-0493A

Bushing,Flange,.80 ID x .91OD

6.

710-0703

Screw,Carriage,1/4-20,.750,Gr5

34.

790-00087A-0637 Housing,1"Hex Bearing

7.

712-04063

Nut,FlangeLock,5/16-18,Nylon

35.

790-00120-4044 ShavePlate,2.25 x 23.66

731-06439

Slide Shoe

8.

712-04064

Nut,FlangeLock,1/4-20,Nylon

36.

9.

712-04065

Nut,FlangeLock,3/8-16, Nylon

37.

918-0123A

Housing,Auger,RH

10.

714-04040

CotterPin,Bow-tie

38.

918-0124A

Housing,Auger,LH

11.

725-0157

Cable,Tie, 3/16 x .05 x 7.4

39.

921-0338

Seal,Oil, .750x 1.00x .125

12.

926-04012

Nut,Push-on,.25 Dia

40.

741-0662

Bearing,Flange,.75x 1.0x .59

13.

731-04705D

Chute,Adapter5" Dia

41.

710-0642

Screw,Self-tapping,1/4-20,0.750

14.

732-04460

Spring,Extension,.38 ODx 4.59

42.

711-04285

Axle,Auger,24"

15.

736-0174

Washer,Wave,.625x .885x .015

43.

914-0161

Key,Hi-pro3/16x 5/8

16.

736-0242

Washer,Bell,.340x .872x .060

44.

715-04021

Pin, Dowel,.25OD x 1.2

17.

746-04230

ClutchCable,Auger,47.23"

45.

917-04126

Shaft,Worm.75OD

18.

931-2643

SnowRemovalTool

46.

917-04861

Gear,Worm20T

19.

738-0143

Screw,Shoulder,.498x .34,3/8-16

47.

718-04071

Collar,Thrust

20.

938-0281

Screw,Shoulder,.625x .17,3/8-16

48.

721-0325

Plug,1/4 x .437

21.

738-04124A

ShearPin,.25 x 1.50

49.

721-0327

Seal,Oil, .75x 1 x .131

22.

941-0245

Bearing,Hex Flangex .75ID

50.

936-0351

Washer,Flat, .760ID x 1.50D

23.

941-0309

Bearing,Ball,.75ID x 1.85OD

51.

736-3084

Washer,Flat, .51x 1.12

24.

756-04224

Flat Pulley,Idler, 2.75OD

52.

741-0663

Bearing,Flange,.75x 1.0x .925

25.

790-00075

Housing,Bearing,1.85ID

53.

741-0661A

Bearing,Flange,.75x 1.00x .975

26.

790-00080A-0637 Bracket,AugerIdlerw/Brake

54.

929-0071A

ExtensionCord, 110V

27.

918-04171B

GearboxAssembly,Auger,24"

55.

710-0276

Screw,Carriage,5/16-18x 1.00

28.

684-04265-4044

HousingAssembly,Auger24"

56.

936-0159

Washer,Fiat, .349x .879x .063

27

Craftsman

Snow Thrower

Model

247.889571
S_

y:,15,1 _4_,

28

Craftsman

Snow Thrower

IViodel 247.889571
D =

"

D =

731-04869A

Chute,FlangeKeeper

28.

946-04397A

Cable,SpeedSelector

HandleAss'y,Engage,Red, LH

29.

749-04191A-0637 Handle,Upper,LH

HandleAss'y,Engage,Red, RH

30.

747-04263

EyeBolt, ChuteCrank

790-00313-0637

Shift Lever

631-04133A

HandleAssembly,ClutchLock,LH

2.

631-04134B

HandleAssembly,ClutchLock,RH

3.

684-04111B

4.

684-04112B

5:

J 631-04131B

J Chute,Lower(/ncl_Ref_#27,Qty. 3)

31.

6.

732-04238

Spring,Torsion,.8156ID x .3038

32.

731-04912B

Chute,Lower,5.0 Dia.

7.

914-0145

ClickPin

33.

710-0276

Bolt, Carriage,5/16-18,1.0

8.

710-04586

Screw,1/4-20x 1.625

34.

710-04071

Bolt, Carriage,5/16-18,1.0

9.

790-00219-4044

Panel,Handle,(no cutout)

35.

710-0451

Bolt, Carriage,5/16-18,.750

10.

710-1233

Screw,Machine,#10-24,1.375

36.

731-04426A

Chute,Upper,w/Label

11.

731-06471

HandlePanelCover

37.

936-0159

Washer,.349x .879x .063

12.

712-04063

Nut,FlangeLock,5/16-18,Nylon

38.

941-0475

Bushing,Plastic,.380

13.

749-04190A-0637 Handle,Upper,RH

39.

784-5647-0637

Bracket,ChuteCrank

14.

936-0185

Washer,Fiat,.375x .738x .063

40.

684-04104-0637

CrankAssembly,Chute

15.

720-0274

Grip,1.0ID x 5.0

41.

710-0449

Screw,Carriage,5/16-18,2.25

16.

720-04039

Knob,Shift,Black

42.

710-04484

Screw,5/16-18,2.25, Gr5

17.

735-0234

Grommet,.44 IDx .94 ODx .50

43.

914-0104

Pin,Cotter,.072x 1.13

18.

926-0100

Cap,Push,3/8 Rod

44.

790-00248B-0637 Bracket,Panel

19.

732-0193

Spring,.39 x .60 x .88

45.

684-04250

Rod, Pivot

20.

720-0284

Knob,5/16-18,Black

46.

710-04326

Screw,#8-16x .50

21.

720-0201A

CrankKnob,1.0Dia. x 3.2, Black

47.

710-3069

Screw,1/4-20x .50

712-04081A

Nut,Hex, 1/4-20

22.

749-04138A-0637 Handle,Lower

48.

23.

935-0199A

Bumper,Rubber,.62 ODx .22

49.

731-04894D

Plate,Lock

736-0262

Washer,Fiat,.385x .870x .092

50.

731-04896B

Cam,ClutchLock

25.

738-04118

Bolt,Shoulder,5/16-18x 0.905

51.

732-04219C

Spring,ClutchLock

26.

738-04348

Screw,Shoulder,.43x 1.3, 1/4-20

24.

29

Craftsman

Snow Thrower

IViodel 247.889571

/
/

3O

Craftsman

Snow Thrower

IViodel 247.889571
I =

656-04055

DiscAssembly,FrictionWheel

2.

684-04153

FrictionWheelAssembly,5.50D

3.
4.

D =

731-04873

Spacer,1.25x .75x 3.0

38.

938-04168

Axle, .75x 22"

684-04154B-0637 SupportBracket,FrictionWheel

39.

736-0329

Washer,Lock, 1/4

684-04156A

40.

710-0809

Hex Screw,1/4-20,1.25,Gr5

41.

710-0191

Hex Screw,3/8-24, 1.25,Gr8

Shift Assembly,Rod

5.

J 710-0627

J HexScrew,5/16-24,.750,Gr5

6.

710-0788

Screw,1/4-20,1.000

42.

710-0672

Hex Screw,5/16-24,1.25,Gr5

7.

710-1652

Screw,1/4-20x .625

43.

710-0654A

Screw,Seres,3/8-16, 1.00

8.

712-04065

Nut,FlangeLock,3/8-16, Nylon

44.

710-1245B

Hex Screw,5/16-24,.875,Gr8

9.

712-0417A

Nut,Flange,5/8-18

45.

710-0896

Screw,1/4-20x .625

926-04012

Nut, Push-on,.25 Dia.

10.

914-0126

Key,Hi Pro,3/16x 3/4 Dia.

46.

11.

916-0104

E-ring,.500 Dia.

47.

731-04792A

Cover,Belt

12.

716-0136

E-ring,Retaining, .875Dia.

48.

732-04308A

Spring,Torsion,.850 ID x .354

13.

916-0231

E-ring,.750Dia.

49.

736-0247

Washer,Flat, .406x 1.25x .157

14.

917-04209A

HexShaft,.8125,7-Tooth

50.

936-0119

Washer,Lock .3125

15.

917-04230

Gear,80-Tooth

51.

736-0505

Washer,Flat, .34x 1.50x .150

Speed Nut,.500

52.

748-04053A

Pulley,Adapter,.75 Dia.

16. .726-0221
17.

932-0264

ExtensionSpring

53.

748-04112B

Spacer,Shoulder,.317x .50 x .102

18.

736-0242

Washer,Bell,.340x .872x .060

54.

750-04303

Spacer,.875IDx 1.185OD

19.

936-0287

Washer,Flat,.793x 1.24x .060

55.

750-04477A

Spacer,.340x .750x .360

20.

736-04161

Washer,Flat,.75x 1.00x .060

56.

954-04050

Belt, AugerDrive

21.

790-00289A-0637 Plate,Cover

57.

954-04260

Belt, WheelDrive

22.

738-04439

ShoulderScrew

58.

756-04109

Pulley,Auger Drive,8.1x .5

23.

738-04184A

Screw,Shoulder,.37x .105,1/4-20

59.

756-04113

Pulley,Half,V x 2.600 OD

24.

738-0924A

Screw,1/4-28,.375

60.

756-04252

Pulley,Half,3/8-V x 1.7160OD

25.

941-0245

Bearing,Hex Flangex .75 ID

61.

790-00208C

Idler Bracket,Wheel Drive

26.

941-0563

Bearing,Ball,17x 40 x 12

62.

684-04169

Idler PulleyAssembly

27.

746-04229

ClutchCable,Wheel,44.95"

63.

750-04571

Spacer,Shoulder,.26x .79x .538

28.

935-04054

Rubber,FrictionWheel,5.50D

64.

735-04099

Plug,3/8 ID

29.

748-0190

Spacer,.508ID x .75OD x .68

65.

735-04100

Plug,1/2 ID

30.

756-0625

Roller,Cable

66.

712-04064

Nut, FlangeLock,1/4-20,Nylon

31.

790-00096-0637

FrontGuideBracket,Auger Cable

67.

710-0751

Hex Screw,1/4-20,.620,Gr5

32.

790-00180A-4044 Frame

68.

732-04311A

Spring,Torsion,.750ID x .968

33.

790-00206A-0637 Guide Bracket,AugerCable

69.

712-04063

Nut, FlangeLock,5/16-18,Nylon

34.

790-00207B

70.

936-3015

Wash.,Flat,.469x .875x .105

35.

790-00316-0637 Cover,Frame

71.

790-00217A-0637 PivotBracket,SpeedSelector

36.

634-04167A-0911 LHWheelAssembly

72.

790-00218A-0637 Shift Bracket,Speed Selector

Guide Bracket,Drive Cable

634-04168A-0911 RHWheelAssembly

31

Craftsman

Engine

Model

265=SU-11

For Snow Model

247.889571

121
121

128

128

m
i

D =

1121
1

710-04914

Bolt M6xlO

i 122

951-11680

WireClip

i1 123

951-11114

SwitchHousingMountingBracket

i 124

712-04212

Nut M6

i 125

710-04965

Bolt M4x55

i 126

710-04935

Bolt M4x60

i 127

710-05182

Bolt M6x32

i 128

715-04088

DowelPin 8x8

i 129

951-10645A

ElectricStarter

1
1
!
i

1
1
!
!
i

1
1
1
1
1
!
i
1
1

32

127

Craftsman

Engine

IViodel 265=SU=11 For Snow IViodel 247.889571

3Z

D =

27

710-04939

Stud M6x117

28

710-04910

Stud M6x105

29

951-11567

30

I!

I =

I!

n/a

MixtureScrew

951-11699

PrimerHose

CarburetorInsulatorGasket

951-11906

HoseClamp

951-11896

CarburetorInsulator

I11

n/a

CarburetorBody

31

951-11569A

CarburetorGasket

n/a

FloatPin

32

951-10639A

PrimerAssembly

n/a

EmulsionTube

32

951-11824

PrimerBulb

n/a

NeedleValve

33

951-10974A

CarburetorAssembly

n/a

MainJet

34

951-11897

CarburetorGasketPlate

n/a

NeedleValveSpring

n/a

ChokeShaft

n/a

Float

n/a

Choke Plate

951-11589

FuelBowlGasket

n/a

ThrottleShaft

n/a

FuelBowl

n/a

ThrottlePlate

951-11348

FuelBowlGasket

n/a

Screw M3x5

710-04945

FuelBowlMountingBolt

n/a

LockWasher

951-11349

FuelDrainPlugGasket

n/a

Gasket,ThrottlePlate

710-04938

FuelDrainPlug

n/a

IdleJet Assembly

951-11020A

CarburetorKit- Major

n/a

IdleSpeedAdjustingScrew

(Incl.g,h,l,n,o,p,q,r,s,t,v,x)

33

Craftsman

Engine

IViodel 265=SU=11 For Snow IViodel 247.889571

72

72

71

58

53

77

132

34

Craftsman

Engine

IViodel 265-SU-11

m
i

m =

For Snow IViodel 247.889571

O

D =

152
i

951-11688

PistonRingSet

73

951-11283

Oil Fill PlugAssembly

153
i

951-11632

PistonPin Snap Ring

75

951-11577

O-Ring15.8x2.5

951-11900

Piston

76

951-11368

Oil Seal 25x41.25x6

155
i

951-11901

PistonPin

77

951-11248A

CrankcaseKit

156
i

710-04915

BoltM6x12

i57

951-11113

Air Shield

78

951-11350

Oil DrainPipeAssy.

736-04440

Washer 10x16x1.5

i
i
i
i

i54
!
i

i
i
i
i

(Incl.61,64,76,77,79)

!
i

158
i

951-11573

ConnectingRodAssembly

79

i59

951-11356

GovernorArmShaft

8O

710-04906

Oil DrainPlug

951-11370

Oil Seal 25x41.25x6

951-10641

Oil DrainAssembly

i
i

!
i
i

160

736-04461

Washer5.2xl.9

81

161
i

951-11902

GovernorSeal

132

i
i
i
i

i62

714-04074

CotterPin

952Z265-SU-11 CompleteEngine

163

951-11575

CamshaftAssy.

951-11246

164
i

951-11369

RadialBall Bearing

i65

951-10307

WoodruffKey

951-11247A

CrankshaftKit

!
i
i
i
i
i
i

!
i

166
i
i
i
i
i
i
i

CrankcaseCoverKit
(Incl.64,70-72,74-76)

951-10661B

GasketKit- External
(Incl.4,21,29-31,34,79)

951-11062B

(Incl.64-66,76,79)

ShortBlock

951-11576

GovernorGear/ShaftAssembly

(Incl.4,21,29,30,46,48,

i68

715-04092

DowelPin 7x14

49,52-55,58-81)

169

715-04089

DowelPin9x14

170
i

951-11371

CrankcaseCoverGasket

(Incl.4,21,29-31,34,46,

i71

951-12125

CoverComp,Left Crankcase

60,61,70,76,79,80)

172

710-04932

BoltM8x32

i67
!
i

!
!
i

i
i
i
i

!
i
i

951-11061A

35

GasketKit- Complete

Craftsman

Engine

IViodel 265=SU=11 For Snow IViodel 247.889571

5O

36

Craftsman

Engine

IViodel 265=SU=11 For Snow IViodel 247.889571

D =

m =

710-04744

BoltM6x16

18

951-10292

SparkPlug/F6Rtc

951-11054

ValveCover

46

951-11898

Gasket,CylinderHead

731-07059

BreatherHose

47

951-10648

PushRodKit

3a

726-04101

HoseClamp

48

951-11899

Tappet

951-11565

ValveCoverGasket

49

715-04090

DowelPin,10x16

951-12000

Retainer,In.ValveSpring

5O

951-10647A

ValveKit

951-11892

RockerArmAssembly

51

951-10647A

ValveKit

751-11124

Nut,Pivot Locking

133

951-11063A

ValveCoverKit

751-11123

AdjustingNut ,Valve

952Z265-SU-11 CompleteEngine

951-11893

RockerArm

951-10661B

10

710-04902

Bolt, Pivot

11

951-12002

Adjuster,ExhValve

12

951-12003

Retainer,Ex.ValveSpring

13

951-12004

ValveSpring

GasketKit- External
(Incl.4,21,29-31,34,79)

951-11062B

ShortBlock
(Incl.4,21,29,30,46,48,
49,52-55,58-81)

951-11061A

14

951-11894

IntakeValveSeal

15

710-04933

BoltM8x55

(Inc1.4,21,29-31,34,46,

16

951-11895

PushRodGuide

60,61,70,76,79,80)

17

951-10722A

CylinderHeadAssembly
(Incl.4,5,7-14,16,17,21,
29,30,46,50,51)

37

GasketKit- Complete

Craftsman Engine IViodel

265=SU=11 For Snow IViodel 247.889571

87

D =

82

951-10646

IgnitionCoil Assembly

83

951-11110

Air FlowShield

84

710-04940

BoltM6xlO

85

710-04919

BoltM6x25

87

951-12416

Flywheel

88

951-10909

Fan,Cooling

89

951-10911

Pulley,Starter

90

712-04209

Nut,Special?M14x1.5

91

710-04915

BoltM6x12

93

951-10663A

BlowerHousing

94

736-04455

Gasket6

95

710-04974

BoltM6xlO

96

951-10658

RecoilStarter

96

731-05696

RecoilStarterHandle

130

710-04979

BoltM6x18

131

951-11109

BlowerHousingShield

38

Craftsman

Engine

Model

265=SU-11

For Snow Model

247.889571

112-% t/

z 111

105

108

109

D =

D =

97

951-10758

PrimerBracket

109

710-04915

Bolt M6x12

98

710-04928

BoltM6x12

110

951-10662

DipstickDecorationCover

99

951-11108

GovernorSystemShield

111

710-04905

Bolt

1CO

951-11935

GovernorSpring

112

710-04915

Bolt M6x12

101

951-10664

ThrottleLinkageSpring

114

951-11381

Oil FillTubeO-Ring

102

951-10665

ThrottleLinkage

115

951-11913

Oil FillTubeAssembly

104

951-11106

GovernorArm

116

951-11904

Dipstick O-Ring

105

712-04212

Nut M6

117

951-12482

DipstickAssembly

106

710-04908

GovernorArmBolt

118

951-10649A

FuelCapAssembly

107

951-11700

FuelHoseClamp

119

951-11933

FuelLevelIndicator

108

951-10650

FuelLine Kit

120

951-10653B

FuelTankAssembly

39

Craftsman

Engine

IViodel 265=SU=11 For Snow IViodel 247.889571

D =

D =

19

951-11282

MufflerAssembly

35

951-11112

ChokeControl

20

710-04911

MufflerStud M8x36

36

951-10634

Air CleanerHousing

20

951-10657

MufflerStudAssembly

37

712-04213

Nut

21

951-11285

Muffler Gasket

38

951-11284

ChokeKnob

951-10757

ThrottleControlKnob

22

712-04214

Nut,M8

39

23

951-11111

ExhaustPipe Shield

4O

951-10637

KeySwitch

24

710-04914

BoltM6xlO

42

731-05632

Key

25

710-04915

BoltM6x12

43

951-10640

Choke PushRod

26

951-10642A

MufflerShield

44

951-10635

HeaterBox

34

951-11897

CarburetorGasketPlate

45

710-04919

BoltM6x25

4O

Craftsman

Engine

Model 265=SU-11

For Snow Model 247.889571

777533610

777U22991

777J22992

41

Craftsman

Snow Thrower

Niodel

247.889571
777S32636

777X43688

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MTD CONSUMER GROUP INC (MTD), the California Air Resources Board (CARB)
and the United States Environment Protection Agency (U. S. EPA)
Emission
(Owner's

Control System Warranty

Defect Warranty

Statement

Rights and Obligations)

EMISSIONCONTROLSYSTEMCOVERAGEIS APPLICABLETOCERTIFIEDENGINESPURCHASEDIN CALIFORNIAIN 2005 ANDTHEREAFTER,WHICHARE USEDIN CALIFORNIA,ANDTO CERTIFIEDMODELYEAR2005 AND LATERENGINESWHICHARE PURCHASEDAND
USEDELSEWHEREIN THE UNITEDSTATES.
Californiaand elsewherein the UnitedStatesEmissionControlDefectsWarrantyCoverage
The CaliforniaAir ResourcesBoard(CARB),U. S. EPAand MTDare pleasedto explaintheemissionscontrol systemwarrantyon your modelyear
2006 and latersmalloff-roadengine.In California,new smalloff-roadenginesmustbe designed,builtand equippedto meet theStatesanti-smog
standards.Elsewherein the UnitedStates,newnon-road,spark-ignitionenginescertifiedfor model2005and later,mustmeet similarstandardsset
forth by the U. S. EPA.MTDmustwarrantythe emissioncontrolsystemon yourenginefor the periodof time listed below,providedtherehasbeen
no abuse,neglector impropermaintenanceof your smalloff-roadengine.
Youremissioncontrolsystemmay includepartssuch as the carburetor,fuel-injectionsystem,the ignitionsystem,and catalyticconverter,fueltanks,
fuel lines,fuel caps,valves,canisters,filters,vaporhoses,clamps,connectors,and otherassociatedemission-relatedcomponents.
Wherea warrantableconditionexists,MTDwill repairyoursmall off-roadengineat no cost to yourincludingdiagnosis,partsand labor.
MANUFACTURER'S

WARRANTY COVERAGE:

This emissionscontrolsystemis warrantedfor two years.If anyemission-relatedpart on yourengine is defective,the part will be repairedor
replacedby MTD.
OWNER'S WARRANTY

RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the smalloff-roadengineowner,youare responsibleforthe performanceof the requiredmaintenancelisted in your Owner'sManual.MTD

recommendsthat you retainall yourreceiptscoveringmaintenanceson yoursmalloff-roadengine,but MTDcan not denywarrantysolelyfor the
lack of receiptsor foryour failureto ensurethe performanceto all scheduledmaintenance.
As the smalloff-roadengineowner,youshouldhoweverbe awarethat MTDmaydenyyour warrantycoverageif yoursmall off-roadengine or part
hasfaileddue toabuse, neglect,impropermaintenanceor unapprovedmodifications.
Youare responsiblefor presentingyour smalloff-roadengineto an AuthorizedMTDServiceDealeras soonas a problemexists.Thewarranted
repairsshouldbe completedin a reasonableamountof time,notto exceed30 days.
If you haveanyquestionsregardingyourwarrantyrightsand responsibilities,you shouldcontacta MTDService Representativeat 1-800-800-7310
and addressis MTDCONSUMERGROUP,RO. Box361131,ClevelandOH,44136-0019.
DEFECTS WARRANTY

REQUIREMENTS

FOR 1995 AND LATER SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES:

This sectionappliesto 1995and later smalloff-roadengines.The warrantyperiodbeginson the datethe engineor equipmentis deliveredto an
ultimatepurchaser.
(a) GeneralEmissionsWarrantyCoverage
MTDmustwarrantto the ultimatepurchaserand eachsubsequentpurchaserthat the engineis:
(1) Designed,built,and equippedsoas to conformwith all applicableregulationsadoptedby the Air ResourcesBoardpursuantto its authorityin
Chapters1 and 2,Part 5, Division26 of the Healthand SafetyCode; and
(2) Freefrom defectsin materialsand workmanshipthat causethe failureof a warrantedpart to be identicalin all materialrespectsto the partas
describedin theengine manufacturer'sapplicationfor certificationfora periodof two years.
(b) The warrantyon emissions-relatedpartswill be interpretedas follows:
(1) Anywarrantedpart that is not scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenancein the writteninstructionsrequiredby Subsection(c)
mustbe warrantedfor the warrantyperioddefinedin Subsection(a)(2). If any such partfails duringthe periodof warrantycoverage,it mustbe
repairedor replacedby MTDaccordingto Subsection(4) below.Anysuch part repairedor replacedunder thewarrantymustbe warrantedfor
the remainingwarrantyperiod.
(2) Any warrantedpartthat is scheduledonlyfor regularinspectionin the writteninstructionsrequiredby Subsection(c) must be warrantedfor
thewarrantyperioddefinedin Subsection(a)(2).A statementin such writteninstructionsto the effectof "repairor replaceas necessary"will
not reducethe periodof warrantycoverage.Anysuch part repairedor replacedunderwarrantymustbe warrantedforthe remainingwarranty
period.
(3) Anywarrantedpartthat whichis scheduledfor replacementas requiredmaintenancein the writteninstructionsrequiredby Subsection(c)
mustbe warrantedfor the periodof time prior to the first scheduledreplacementpointforthat part. If the part fails priorto thefirst scheduled
replacement,the part mustbe repairedor replacedby MTDaccordingto Subsection(4) below.Any suchpart repairedor replacedunder
warrantymustbe warrantedfor the remainderof the period priorto the first scheduledreplacementpointfor the part.

(4)Repair
orreplacement
ofanywarranted
partunder
thewarranty
provisions
ofthisarticle
must
beperformed
atnocharge
totheowner
ata
warranty
station.
(5)Notwithstanding
theprovisions
ofSubsection
(4)above,
warranty
services
orrepairs
must
beprovided
atallMTD
distribution
centers
that
arefranchised
toservice
thesubject
engines.
(6)Theowner
must
notbecharged
fordiagnostic
laborthatleads
tothedetermination
thatawarranted
partisinfactdefective,
provided
that
suchdiagnostic
workisperformed
atawarranty
station.
(7)Theengine
manufacturer
isliable
fordamages
toother
engine
components
proximately
caused
byafailure
under
warranty
ofanywarranted
part.
(8)Throughout
theengine's
warranty
period
defined
inSubsection
(a)(2),
MTD
willmaintain
a supply
ofwarranted
partssufficient
tomeet
the
expected
demand
forsuchparts.
(9)Anyreplacement
partmaybeused
intheperformance
ofanywarranty
maintenance
orrepairs
andmust
beprovided
without
charge
tothe
owner.
Suchusewillnotreduce
thewarranty
obligations
ofMTD.
(10)Add-on
ormodified
partsthatarenotexempted
bytheAirResources
Board
maynotbeused.
Theuseofanynon-exempted
add-on
or
modified
parts
shallbegrounds
fordisallowing
awarranty
claim
made
inaccordance
withthisarticle.
Theengine
manufacturer
shallnotbe
liable
under
thisarticle
towarrant
failures
ofwarranted
partscaused
bytheuseofnon-exempted
add-on
ormodified
part.
(c) MTDwill includea copy of the followingemissionwarrantyparts list with each newengine,usingthose portionsof the list applicableto the
e__&gine.
(1) FuelMeteringSystem
Coldstart enrichmentsystem(soft choke)
,,Carburetor
andinternalparts
Fuel Pump
FuelTank
(2) Air InductionSystem
Air cleaner
Intakemanifold
(3) IgnitionSystem
Sparkplug(s)
MagnetoIgnitionSystem
(4) ExhaustSystem
Catalyticconverter
SAI (Reedvalve)
(5) MiscellaneousItemsUsedin AboveSystem
Vacuum,temperature, position,time sensitivevalvesand switches
Connectorsand assemblies
(6) Evaporativecontrol
Fuel Hosecertifiedfor ARBevaporativeemissionof 2006.
Fuel HoseClamps
Tetheredfuel cap
Carboncanister
Vaporlines

GD0C-100174Rev.B

Look For Relevant Emissions Durability Period and

Air index information On Your Engine Emissions Label
Engines that are certified to meet the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Tier 2 Emission Standards must
display information regarding the Emissions Durability Period and the Air Index. Sears Brands Management
Corporation makes this information available to the consumer on our emission labels.
The Emissions Durability Period describes the number of hours of actual running time for which the engine is
certified to be emissions compliant, assuming proper maintenance in accordance with the Operating & Maintenance Instructions. The following categories are used:
Moderate:

Engine is certified

to be emission compliant

for 125 hours of actual engine running time.

Intermediate:

Engine is certified

to be emission compliant

for 250 hours of actual engine running time.

Extended:

Engine is certified

to be emission compliant

for 500 hours of actual engine running time.

For example, a typical walk-behind lawn mower is used 20 to 25 hours per year. Therefore, the Emissions
Durability Period of an engine with an intermediate rating would equate to 10 to 12 years.
The Air index is a calculated number describing the relative level of emissions for a specific engine family. The
lower the Air Index, the cleaner the engine. This information is displayed in graphical form on the emissions label.

After

July 1,2000, Look For Emissions

Compliance
On Engine Emissions
Compliance
Label

Period

After July 1, 2000 certain Sears Brands Management Corporation engines will be certified to meet the United
States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) Phase 2 emission standards. For Phase 2 certified engines, the
Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emissions Compliance label indicates the number of operating
hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emission requirements.
For engines less than 225 cc displacement,
For engines of 225 cc or more, Category

Category

C = 125 hours, B = 250 hours and A = 500 hours.

C = 250 hours, B = 500 hours and A = 1000 hours.

This is a generic representation of the emission label typically found on a certified engine.

FAMILY YBSXS.3192VA

274812

GDOC-100182
Rev.B

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