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Operator's Manual
Snow Thrower11 HorsepowerElectric Start
30-inch Dual Stage
Model 536.881112
CAUTION: Before using thisproduct, read this manual andfollow
all of its Safety Rules andOperating Instructions.
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Quitanievesde 30 pulgadas
11 caballos de fuerza (hp)
Bietapico
Arranque el_ctrico
Modelo 536.881112
PRECAUCION: Antes de usar este producto,lea este manual y siga
todas las reglas deseguridad e instrucciones de operaci6n.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
U.S.A.F-011047L www.sears.com/craftsman
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WARRANTY STATEMENT ......SAFETY RULES
...............INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS . ..ASSEMBLY
...................OPERATION ..................MAINTENANCE
...............SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ..
2 STORAGE .................... 322 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART.. 334
REPAIR PARTS ............... 376 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS ....... 56
12 SPANISH (ESPAI_IOL) .......... 6419 PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE
..22 BACK COVER
LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER
For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman
Snow thrower is maintained,lubricated, and tuned up according to
the operating and maintenance instructions in theowner's manual,
Craftsman will repair, free of charge, any defect in material or
workman-ship.
If this Craftsman Snow thrower is used for commercial or rental
purposes, this warranty ap-plies for only 90 days from the date of
purchase.
This warranty does not cover the following:
Items which become worn during normal use, such as spark plugs,
drive belts and shearpins.
Repair necessary because of operator abuse or negligence,
including bent crankshaftsand the failure to maintain the equipment
according to the instructions contained in theowner's manual.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN
SNOWTHROWERTO THE NEAREST CRAFTSMAN SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT INTHE
UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT ISIN
USE IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which mayvary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates. IL 60179
_k OOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS.IT MEANS-- ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED.
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle
components contain or emitchemicals known to the State of
California tocause cancer and birth defects or other repro-ductive
harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessoriescontain lead and
lead compounds, chemicalsknown to the State of California to cause
cancerand birth defects or other reproductive harm.WASH HANDS AFTER
HANDLING.
_k ARNING: Always discon-nect the spark plug wireand place it
where it cannot
make contact with spark plug toprevent accidental starting
during:Preparation, Maintenance, or Stor-age of your snow
thrower.
IMPORTANT: Safety standards re-quire operator presence controls
tominimize the risk of injury. Your snowthrower is equipped with
such controls.Do not attempt to defeat the function ofthe operator
presence control under anycircumstances.
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TRAINING
1. Read the operating and service instructionmanual carefully.
Be thoroughly familiarwith the controls and the proper use of
theequipment. Know how to stop the unit anddisengage the controls
quickly.
2. Never allow children to operate the equip-ment. Never allow
adults to operate theequipment without proper instruction.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all per-sons,
particularly small children and pets.
4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or fallingespecially when
operating in reverse.
PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where theequipment is to be used
and remove alldoormats, sleds, boards, wires, and otherforeign
objects.
2. Disengage all clutches before starting theengine (motor).
3. Do not operate the equipment withoutwearing adequate winter
outer garments.Wear footwear that will improve footing onslippery
surfaces.
4. Handle fuel with care; it is highiy flam-mable.
a. Use an approved fuel container.
b. Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuelto a running engine
(motor) or hot en-gine (motor).
c. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extremecare. Never fill fuel
tank indoors.
d. Replace fuel cap securely and wipe upspilled fuel.
e. Never store fuel or snow thrower withfuel in the tank inside
of a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flameor spark.
f. Check fuel supply before each use, al-lowing space for
expansion as the heatof the engine (motor) and/or sun cancause fuel
to expand.
5. For all units with electric starting motorsuse electric
starting extension cords certi-fied CSA/UL Use only with a
receptaclethat has been installed in accordance withiocal
inspection authorities.
6. Adjust the snow thrower height to cleargravel or crushed rock
surface.
7. Never attempt to make any adjustmentswhile the engine (motor)
is running (exceptwhen specifically recommended by
manu-facturer).
8. Let engine (motor) and snow thrower ad-just to outdoor
temperatures before startingto clear snow.
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Always wear safety glasses or eye shieldsduring operation or
while performing an ad-justment or repair to protect eyes
fromforeign objects that may be thrown from thesnow thrower.
OPERATION1. Do not operate this machine if you are tak-
ing drugs or other medication which cancause drowsiness or
affect your ability tooperate this machine.
2. Do not use this machine if you are mentallyor physically
unable to operate this ma-chine safely.
3. Do not put hands or feet near or under ro-tating parts. Keep
clear of the dischargeopening at all times.
4. Exercise extreme caution when operatingon or crossing gravel
drives, walks orroads. Stay alert for hidden hazards ortraffic.
5. After striking a foreign object, stop the en-gine (motor),
remove the wire from thespark plug, thoroughly inspect snowthrower
for any damage, and repair thedamage before restarting and
operatingthe snow thrower.
6. If the unit should start to vibrate abnormal-ly, stop the
engine (motor) and check im-mediately for the cause. Vibration
isgenerally a warning of trouble.
7. Stop the engine (motor) whenever youleave the operating
position, before un-clogging the auger/impeller housing or
dis-charge chute and when making anyrepairs, adjustments, or
inspections.
8. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,make certain the
auger/impeller and allmoving parts have stopped and all controlsare
disengaged. Disconnect the spark plugwire and keep the wire away
from the sparkplug to prevent accidental starting.
9. Take all possible precautions when leavingthe snow thrower
unattended. Disengagethe auger/ impeller, stop engine (motor),and
remove key.
10. Do not run the engine (motor) indoors, ex-cept when starting
the engine (motor) andfor transporting the snow thrower in or outof
the building. Open the outside doors; ex-haust fumes are dangerous
(containingCARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESSand DEADLY GAS).
11. Do not clear snow across the face ofslopes. Exercise extreme
caution whenchanging direction on slopes. Do not at-tempt to clear
steep slopes.
12. Never operate the snow thrower withoutproper guards, plates
or other safety pro-tective devices in place.
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13.Neveroperatethesnowthrowernearen-closures,automobiles,windowwells,drop-offs,andthelikewithoutproperad-justmentof
thesnowdischargeangle.Keepchildrenandpetsaway,
14.Donotoverloadthemachinecapacitybyattemptingtoclearsnowattoofastarate.
15.Neveroperatethemachineathightrans-portspeedsonslipperysurfaces.Lookbe-hindandusecarewhenbackingup.
16.Neverdirectdischargeatbystandersorallowanyoneinfrontoftheunit.
17.Disengagepowertothecollector/impel]erwhensnowthroweristransportedornotinuse.
18. Use only attachments and accessories ap-proved by the
manufacturer of the snowthrower (such as tire chains, electric
startkits, ect.),
19. Never operate the snow thrower withoutgood visibility or
light, Always be sure ofyour footing and keep a firm hold on
thehandles. Walk;never run,
20. Do not over-reach, Keep proper footingand balance at all
times.
21, Do not attempt to use snow thrower on aroof.
MAINTENANCE ANDSTORAGE1, Check shear bolts and other bolts at
fre-
quent intervals for proper tightness to besure the equipment is
in safe workingcondition,
2. Never store the snow thrower with fuel in
the tank inside a building where ignitionsources are present
such as hot water andspace heaters, clothes dryers, and the
like.Allow the engine (motor) to cool beforestoring in any
enclosure.
3. Always refer to operator's guide instruc-tions for important
details if the snowthrower is to be stored for an
extendedperiod.
4. Maintain or replace safety and instructionlabels, as
necessary.
5. Run the snow thrower a few minutes afterthrowing snow to
prevent freeze-up of theauger/impeller.
_lb WARNING: This snow thrower isfor use on sidewalks,
drivewaysand other ground level surfaces.
Caution should be exercised while using onsteep sloping
surfaces. DO NOT USESNOW THROWER ON SURFACES ABOVEGROUND LEVEL such
as roofs of resi-
dences, garages, porches or other suchstructures or
buildings.
iMPORTANT: Many of the following symbols are located on your
unit or on literature sup-plied with the product. Before you
operate the unit, learn and understand the purpose foreach
symbol.
CONTROL AND OPERATING SYMBOLS
Slow Fast Electric Start Engine Start Engine Run
I-I NEngine Off Engine Stop On Choke Off Choke On
UThrottle Primer Button Ignition Key
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Neutral
®QIgnition Off Ignition On
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Drive Clutch Forward Reverse Auger Clutch Auger Collector
Engage
Push To EngageElectric Starter
Fuel Oil FueI OilMixture
Discharge DOWN Discharge UP Discharge LEFT Discharge RIGHT
Weight Transfer Weight Transfer Transmission Ignition KeyLift
Handle To Depress Pedal Insert To Run,
Engage To Disengage Pull Out To Stop.
Safety Warning Symbols
DANGERThrown Objects.
Keep Bystanders Away.
IMPORTANTRead Owner's Manual
Before OperatingThis Machine.
DANGERThrown Objects.
Keep Bystanders Away.
DANGERAvoid Injury From
Rotating Auger. KeepHands, Feet And
Clothing Away.
WARNING
DANGERStop The Engine
Before UncloggingDischarge Chute!
WARNINGHot Surface
STOP
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CONTENTS OF PARTS BAG (ACTUAL SIZE)
1 - Owner's Manual (not shown)1 - Packet of Fuel Stabilizer (not
shown)1 - Warranty Card (not shown)
*Non-Assembly Parts,foundintoolboxlocatedon beltcover
1 - Shift Lever Knob(not actual size)
l 1 - Remote Chute
Knob (not actual size)
PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON
(NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE)
2- Ignition Keys(Attached to engine in plastic bag)
1 - Washer
1 - Cotter Pin
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4_lb WARNING: Always wearsafety glasses or eye shieldswhile
assembling snow
thrower.
TOOLS REQUIRED FORASSEMBLY
1 - Knife to cut carton
2 - 1/2 inch wrenches(or adjustable wrenches)
2 - 9/16 inch wrenches(or adjustable wrenches)
2 - 3/4 inch wrenches(or adjustable wrenches)
1 - Pliers (to spread cotter pin)1 - Screwdriver
1 - Measuring tape or ruler
oFigure 1
Figure 1 shows the snow thrower in theshipping position.
Figure 2 shows the snow thrower com-pletely assembled.
References to the right or left hand sideof the snow thrower are
from the view-
point of the operator's position behindthe unit.
Auger Drive Lever
__ Traction_ Drive Lever
Crank Assembly
S,h, e : /
I ChuteDeflector
Height. Adjust
Skid
Scre_ Figure 2
TO REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CARTON
1. Locate all parts packed separatelyand remove from the
carton.NOTE: Place fuel stabilizer in a
safe place until needed for storage.2. Remove and discard the
packing
material from around the snowthrower.
3. Cut down all four corners of the car-
ton and lay the panels flat.4. For shipping purposes, the
height
adjust skids are attached to thepallet. Remove the screw that
se-cures each height adjust skid tothe pallet. See Figure 2.
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5. Roll snow thrower off the pallet bypulling on the lower
handle.CAUTION: DO NOT back overcables.
6. Remove all packing material fromthe unit.
7. Cut ties securing the clutch controlcables to the lower
handle and laycable back away from the motorframe.
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TO ASSEMBLE THE HANDLE ANDCRANK ASSEMBLY
1. Cut tie holding shift rod to lowerhandle and move shifter to
the firstforward gear.
2. Cut and discard the plastic tie thatsecures the crank
assembly.
3. Loosen, but do not remove, thescrews, flatwashers,
Iockwashers,and hex nuts in the upper holes ofthe lower handle. See
Figure 3.
4. Remove the fasteners and the eye-bolt from the lower holes of
the low-er handle See Figure 5.
Right Hand SideOf U
Loosen,but do notremove
11/32"Flatwasher
5/
5/16"Screw
Lookwasher
Figure 3
NOTE: Make sure the cables are not
caught between the upper and lowerhandle.
5. Raise the upper handle into operat-ing position.
NOTE: If the cables have become dis-
connected form the drive levers, rein-stall the cables as shown
in Figure 4.
"Z" Fitting
6. Install the fasteners that were re-moved in step 4. DO NOT
tightenuntil all bolts are in place.
Left Hand Side OfUpper Handle _,
3/8" NylonLocknut
Eye Boll3/8"
3/8" Flatwasher
Figure 5
7. Attach the crank rod to the universaljoint assembly with the
hair pin. SeeFigure 6.
8. Tighten nut on eye bolt. Make sureeye bolt is properly
aligned and thecrank can freely rotate.
9. Tighten all handle bolts.
Crank :od
Figure 6
Control Cable Figure4F-011047L 8
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NOTE: If the cables have become dis-
connected, connect cables as shown inFigure 7.
Traction Drive Cable Auger Drive Cable
How To Install The KnobsRemote Chute Knob
Figure 7
1. Assemble the remote chute knob
onto the lever until snug against thenut (see Figure 8).
LIp
RemoteChuteKnob
Nut
//_--"" Lever
Figure 82. Make sure lip on the remote chute
knob is pointed toward the engine.3. Tighten the nut against the
bottom
of the remote chute knob,
Speed Select Knob
Install the speed select knob to thespeed select lever. See
Figure 9.
Speed SelectLever
Figure 9
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How To Install The Speed Control Rod1. Put the speed select
lever into the
sixth gear position.
2. Attach the speed control rod (endwith 90 °bend) to the speed
selectbracket with washer and cotter
pin. See Figure 10.
3. Put the speed select lever into thefirst gear position.
4. Attach the ball joint, located on thebottom end of the speed
controlrod, to the shift yoke assembly.See Figure 11. The fasteners
areattached to the ball joint at thefactory.
5. The length ot the ball joint andspeed control rod have been
pre-adjusted at the factory. If an adjust-ment is required, loosen
the nat.Remove the fasteners to discon-nect the ball joint from the
shiftyoke assembly. To lengthen orshorten the speed control rod,
turnthe adapter to obtain the correctlength.
6. Make sure the speed select leverfunctions correctly. Move the
speedselect lever through all speeds.
Speed Select
Speed LeverSelect
Bracket
Washer 3/8"
Speed /
ControlRod
Figure 10
Speed Control RodShift Yoke Assembly
AdNpUttr% __
Ball-'Y \Joint _. Fasteners
Figure 11
How To Assemble The Chute Deflector1. Remove the carriage bolt.
See
Figure 12.
2. Raise the chute deflector into op-erating position.
3. Fasten chute deflector to flangewith carriage bolt. Make sure
toinstall with head of carriage bolt on
the inside of the flange.
4. Fasten with washer and Iocknut.
5. Tighten Iocknut securely.
NOTE: Make sure all carriagebolts in flange are tight. DO
NOTOVERTIGHTEN.
6. Cut tie strap on chute deflector.
Operating
CarriageBolt
Tie Strap
Figure 12
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How To Set The Skid Height
The snow thrower is equipped withheight adjustable skids mounted
onthe outside of the auger housing. SeeFigure 13. To adjust the
height of theskids, see "How To Adjust The HeightOf The Skids" in
the Maintenancesection.
Adjustable Skids Figure 13
How To Set
The Length Of The Cables
The cables were adjusted at the factoryand no adjustments should
be neces-sary. However, after the handles are putin the operating
position, the cables canbe too tight or too loose. If an
adjust-ment is necessary, see "How To CheckAnd Adjust The Cables"
in the ServiceAnd Adjustment section.
_" CHECKLIST
Before you operate your new snowthrower, to ensure that you
receive thebest performance and satisfaction fromthis quality
product, please review thefollowing checklist:
_' All assembly instructions have beencompleted.
v' The discharge chute rotates freely.
v" No remaining loose parts in carton.
While learning how to use your snowthrower, pay extra attention
to the fol-lowingimportant items:
_' Engine oil is at proper level.
v' Make sure gas tank is filled properlywith clean, fresh,
unleaded gasoline.
v' Become familiar with all controls-their location and
function. Operatecontrols before starting engine.
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KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWERREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES
BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR SNOW THROWER. Compare the illustrations with
your SNOW THROWERto familiarize yourself with the location of
various controls and adjustments. Savethis manual for future
reference.
Auger Drive Lever Traction Drive LeverElectricStart
Button Remote Chute
Primer Control Lever
Ignition ButtonSwitch Crank Assembly
Key Box
Chute Deflector
Discharge
ChokeControl Recoil
Throttle StarterControl Handle Height
Skid
Shear Pin
Figure 14
Auger Drive Lever - Starts and stopsthe auger and impeller (snow
gatheringand throwing)
Traction Drive Lever - Propels thesnow thrower forward and in
reverse.
Speed Shifter Lever - Selects thespeed of the snow thrower (6
speeds for-ward and 2 speeds reverse).Crank Assembly - Changesthe
directionof snow throwingthroughthe discharge chute.
Chute Deflector - Changes the distancethe snow is thrown.
Discharge Chute - Changesthe heigl_and directionthe snow is
thrown.
Height Adjust Skid - Adjusts the groundclearance of the auger
housing.Ignition Key - Must be inserted to startthe engine.Recoil
Starter Handle - Starts the en-gine manually.F-011047L 12
Choke Control - Used to start a coldengine.
Primer Button - Injects fuel directly intothe carburetor
manifold for fast starts incold weather.
Remote Chute Control Lever - Pushforward to discharge snow high
and far.Pull remote lever back to discharge snowdown.
Throttle Control - Controls the enginespeed.
Electric Start Button - (if so equipped)Used to start the engine
usingthe 120 V elec-tnc starter.
Shear Pin -=Shear pins are designed tobreak (to protect the
machine) ff an ob-iect becomes lodged in the auger hous-ing.
Toolbox -spare shear pins andspacers are located in toolbox.
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The operation of any snow thrower canresult in foreign objects
being throwninto the eyes, which can result in se-vere eye damage.
Always wear safetyglasses or eye shields while operatingthe snow
thrower.
We recommend standard safetyglasses or a wide vision safety mask
forover your glasses.
_ ARNING: Read Owner'sManual before operatingmachine. Never
direct dis-
charge toward bystanders. Stop theengine before unclogging
dischargechute or auger housing and beforeleaving the machine.
TO STOP YOURSNOW THROWER
1. To stop throwing snow, release theauger drive lever. See
Figure 15.
2. To stop the wheels, release thetraction drive lever.
3. To stop the engine, push thethrottle control lever to off and
pullout the ignition key.
Traction Drive Lever
Figure 15
TO CONTROLSNOWDISCHARGE
1. Turn the crank assembly to set thedirection of the snow
throwing. SeeFigure 16.
2. Push the remote chute lever for-ward to discharge the snow
high
and far. Pull the remote chute le-ver back to discharge the
snowdown.
Chute Lever AssemblyFigure 16
HOW TO MOVE FORWARD ANDBACKWARD
1. TO shift, release the traction drivelever (left hand) and
move thespeed shift lever to the speed youdesire. See Figure 15.
Groundspeed is determined by snow condi-tions. Select the speed you
desireby moving the speed shifter leverleft into the appropriate
notches onthe shift lever plate:Speeds 1,2 - Wet, Heaw
Speed 3 - Light
Speed 4 - Very LightSpeed 5,6 - Transport only
2. Engage the traction drive lever (lefthand). As the snow
thrower startsto move, maintain a firm hold on thehandles, and
guide the snow throw-er along the clearing path. Do notattempt to
push the snow thrower.
3. To move the snow thrower back-ward, move the speed shifter
leverright into first or second reverse andengage the traction
drive lever (lefthand).
IMPORTANT: Do not move the speedshifter lever while the traction
leveris down.
TO THROW SNOW
1. Push down the auger driver lever(right hand). See Figure
15.
2. Release to stop throwing snow.
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HOW TO USETHE WHEEL LOCKOUT
The left wheel is secured to the axlewith a lockout pin. See
Figure 17. Theunit was shipped with the lockout pin inthe locked
position. For ease of maneu-verability in light snow conditions,
dis-connect the lockout pin as follows.1. Pull the knob out to
disengage the
lockout pin.2. To lock in the disengaged position,
turn the knob 1/4 turn (90 degrees).
Knob
WheelLockout
Figu_ 17
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Before you service or start the en-gine, familiarize yourself
with thesnow thrower. Be sure you under-stand the function and
location of allcontrols.
2. Check the tension of clutch cable
before starting the engine. See ToAdjust The Control Cable
para-graph in the Service & Adjust-ments section of this
manual.
3. Be sure that all fasteners are tight.
4. Make sure the height adjust skidsare properly adjusted. See
To Ad-just Skid Height paragraph in theService & Adjustments
section ofthis manual.
5. Check tire pressure (14-17pounds). Do not exceed
maximumamount of pressure.
CHECK THE OIL:
NOTE: The engine was shipped fromthe factory filled with oil.
Check thelevel of the oil. Add oil as needed.
1. Make sure the unit is level.
NOTE: Do not check the level of the
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2. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick.Check the oil.
3. If necessary, add oil until the oilreaches the FULL mark on
the oil fillcap/dipstick (see Figure 18). Do notadd too much
oil.
_/Dipstick
Figure 18
4. Tighten the fill cap/dipstick securelyeach time you check the
oil level.
NOTE: For extreme cold operatingconditions of O°F and below, use
apartial synthetic OW3O motor oil foreasier starting.NOTE: S.A.E.
5W30 motor oil maybe used to make starting easier inareas where
temperature is consis-tently 2O°F. or lower.
FILL GAS:
NOTICE: ENGINES WHICH ARECERTIFIED TO COMPLY WITH CAL-
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IFORNIA AND US EPA EMISSIONREGULATIONS FOR ULGE ENGINES:
Are certified to operate on regular un-leaded gasoline.
Includethe followingemission control system(s): EM, TWC(if so
equipped). Include any user ad-justable features-therefore no other
ad-justments are needed.
_[b ARNING: Experiences in-dicates that alcohol blendedfuels
(called gasohol or
those using ethanol or methanol)can attract moisture which leads
toseparation and formation of acidsduring storage. Acidic gas can
dam-age the fuel system of an enginewhile in storage.
NOTE: To avoid engine problems,the fuel system must be emptied
be-fore storage for 30 days or longer.Start the engine and let it
run untilthe fuel lines and carburetor areempty, Use the carburetor
bowldrain to empty residual gasolinefrom the float chamber. Use
freshfuel next season, See the Storagesection in this manual for
additionalinformation,
Never use engine or carburetorcleaner products in the fuel tank
orpermanent damage may occur.
1. Fill the fuel tank only with a fresh,clean, unleaded regular,
unleaded
premium, or reformulated automo-tive gasoline. DO NOT use
leadedgasoline. Make sure that the con-tainer you pour the gasoline
from isclean and free from rust or other for-eign particles. Never
use gasolinethat may be stale from long periodsof storage in the
container.
_lb ARNING: Gasoline is flam-mable. Always use cautionwhen
handling or storing
gasoline.Do not fill fuel tank while snowthrower is running,
when it is hot, orwhen snow thrower is in an en-closed area,
Keep away from open flame or anelectrical spark and do not
smokewhile filling the fuel tank,Never fill the tank completely,
Fillthe tank to within 1/4"-1/2" from thetop to provide space for
expansionof fuel,
Always fill fuel tank outdoors anduse a funnel or spout to
preventspilling.Make sure to wipe up any spilledfuel before stating
the engine,Store gasoline in a clean, approvedcontainer and keep
the cap in placeon the container.
TO STOP ENGINE
To stop engine, move the throttle con-trol lever to "STOP"
position and re-move key. Keep the key in a safeplace. The engine
will not start withoutthe key.
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TO START ENGINE
(ELECTRIC STARTER, IFEQUIPPED)
Be sure that the engine has sufficientoil. The snow thrower
engine isequipped with a 120 volt A.C. electricstarter and recoil
starter. Before start-ing the engine, be certain that you haveread
the following information.
_lb WARNING: The starter isequipped with a three-wirepower cord
and plug and is
designed to operate on 120 volt AChousehold current.It must be
proper-ly grounded at all times to avoid thepossibility of
electrical shock whichmay be injurious to operator. Followall
instructions carefully as set forthin the "To Start Engine"
section. De-termine that your house wiring is athree-wire grounded
system. Ask alicensed electrician if you are notsure. If your house
wire system isnot a three-wire system, do not usethis electric
starter under any condi-tions. If your system is groundedand a
three-hole receptacle is notavailable at the point your starter
willnormally be used, one should beinstalled by a licensed
electrician.when connecting 120 volt AC "PowerCord", always connect
the cord tothe Switch Box" on the engine first,then plug the other
end into thethree-hole grounded receptacle.When disconnecting
"Power cord",always unplug the end in the three-hole grounded
receptacle first.
COLD START
1. Be sure auger drive and tractiondrive levers are in the
disengaged(RELEASED) position.
2. Move throttle control to'FAST" posi-tion.
3. Remove the keys form the plasticbag. Insert one key into
ignitionslot. Make sure it snaps into place.
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Do not turn key. Keep the secondkey in a safe place.
4. Rotate choke knob clockwise to thechoke ON position.
5. Connect the power cord to theswitch box on the engine.
6. Plug other end of power cord into athree-hole, grounded 120
VOLT, ACreceptacle. (See WARNING in thissection).
7. Push the primer button while cov-ering the vent hole as
follows: Re-move finger from primer buttonbetween primes.Do not
prime if temperature above50 ° F (10 o C).
Push two time if temperature is 50°F (10 ° C) to 15°F (-10 °
C).
Push four times if temperature isbelow 15° F (-10 ° C).
8. Push down on the starter buttonuntil the engine starts. Do
not crankfor more than 10 seconds at a time.
This electric starter is thermally pro-tected. If overheated it
will stop au-tomatically and can be restartedonly when it has
cooled to a safetemperature (a wait of about 5 to 10minutes is
required).
9. When the engine starts, release thestarter button and move
choke le-ver to "1/2 choke" position. Whenengine runs smoothly,
move chokelever to "No Choke" Position.
10. Disconnect power cord from recep-tacle, first, and then from
switchbox.
NOTE: Allow the engine to warmup for several minutes
beforeblowing snow in temperaturesbelow O°F.
11. Run engine at full throttle "FAST"when throwing snow.
WARM START
If restarting a warm engine after a shortshutdown, leave choke
at "OFF" and donot push the primer button. If the en-gine fails to
start, follow the Cold Startinstructions.
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TO START ENGINE
(RECOIL STARTER)
Be sure that the engine has sufficientoil. The snow thrower
engine isequipped with a recoil starter. Beforestarting the engine,
be certain that youhave read the following information.
COLD START
1. Be sure auger drive and tractiondrive levers are in the
disengaged(RELEASED) position.
2. Move throttle control to"FAST" posi-tion.
3. Remove the keys form the plasticbag. Insert one key into
ignitionslot. Make sure it snaps into place.Do not turn key. Keep
the secondkey in a safe place.
4. Rotate choke knob clockwise to thechoke ON position.
5. Push the primer button while cov-ering the vent hole as
follows: Re-move finger from primer buttonbetween primes.
Do not prime if temperature above50° F (10 ° C).
Push two time if temperature is 50°F (10 ° C) to 15°F (-10 °
C).
Push four times if temperature isbelow 15° F (-10 ° C).
6. Pull the starter handle rapidly. Donot allow the handle to
snap back,but allow it to rewind slowly whilekeeping a firm hold on
the starterhandle.
7. As the engine warms up, movechoke lever to "1/2 choke"
position.When engine runs smoothly, movechoke lever to "No Choke"
Posi-tion.
NOTE: Allow the engine to warmup for several minutes
beforeblowing snow in temperaturesbelow 0°F.
8. Run engine at full throttle "FAST'when throwing snow.
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WARM START
If restarting a warm engine after a shortshutdown, leave choke
at "OFF" and donot push the primer button. If the en-gine fails to
start, follow the Cold Startinstructions.
FROZEN STARTER
If the starter is frozen and will not turnengine:1. Pull as much
rope out of the starter
as possible.2. Release the starter handle and let it
snap back against the starter.
If the engine still fails to start, repeat thetwo previous steps
until the enginestarts. Then continue with the direc-tions for cold
start.
To help prevent possible freeze-up ofrecoil starter and engine
controls, pro-ceed as follows after each snow remov-al job.
1. With the engine running, pull thestarter rope hard with a
continuousfull arm stroke three or four times.Pulling of starter
rope will produce aloud clattering sound. This is notharmful to the
engine or starter.
2. With the engine not running, wipe allsnow and moisture from
the carbu-retor cover in area of control levers.Also move throttle
control, chokecontrol, and starter handle severaltimes.
d_lb WARNING: Never run en-gine indoors or in enclosed,poorly
ventilated areas. En-
gine exhaust contains CARBONMONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS ANDDEADLY GAS.
Keep hands, feet,hair and loose clothing away fromany moving parts
on engine andsnow thrower.The temperature of muffler andnearby
areas may exceed 150°1=.Avoid these areas.
DO NOT allow children or youngteenagers to operate or be
nearsnow thrower while it is operating.
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_hb ARNING: Do not attemptto remove any item that maybecome
lodged in auger
without taking the following precau-tions:
• Release auger drive lever.
• Move throttle lever to stop posi-tion.
• Remove (do not turn) ignitionkey.
• Disconnect spark plug wire.• Do not place your hands in
the
auger or discharge chute. Use apry bar.
SNOW THROWING TIPS
1. For maximum snow thrower efficien-cy in removing snow, adjust
groundspeed, NEVER the throttle. Goslower in deep, freezing or
wetsnow. If the wheels slips, reduceforward speed. The engine is
de-signed to deliver maximum perfor-mance at full throttle and
should berun at this power setting at all times.
2. Most efficient snow throwing is ac-complished when the snow
is re-moved immediately after if falls.
3. For complete snow removal, slightlyoverlap each path
previously taken.
4. The snow should be dischargeddown wind whenever possible.
5. For normal usage, set the skids sothat the scraper bar is
1/8" abovethe skids. For extremely hard-packed snow surfaces,
adjust the
skids upward so that the scraperbar touches the ground.
6. On gravel or crushed rock surfaces,set the skids at 1-1/4"
below thescraper bar. See To Adjust SkidHeight paragraph in the
Service &Adjustments section of this manu-al. Rocks and gravel
must not bepicked up and thrown by the ma-chine.
7. After the snow throwing job hasbeen completed, allow the
engine toidle for a few minutes, which willmelt snow and
accumulated ice offthe engine.
8. Clean the snow thrower thoroughlyafter each use.
9. Remove ice and snow accumulationand all debris from the
entire snowthrower, and flush with water (if pos-sible) to remove
all salt or otherchemicals. Wipe snow thrower dry.
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
SERVICERECORDS
Fillindatesasyou Beforecompleteregular Each
service. Usa Often
Change Engine Oil
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Check Spark Plug
Check Fuel _/
Check CableAdjustmentSee Cable Adjustment)
Lubricate Auger ShaftSee Shear Bolt
Replacement)
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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this snow throwerdoes not cover items that have
been
subjected to operator abuse or negli-gence. To receive full
value from thewarranty, the operator must maintainthe snow thrower
as instructed in thismanual.
Some adjustments will need to bemade periodically to properly
maintainyour snow thrower.All adjustments in the Service and
Ad-justments section of this manual
should be checked atleast once eachseason.
AFTER EACH USE
Check for any loose or damagedparts.
Tighten any loose fasteners.
Check and maintain the auger.
Check controls to make sure theyare functioning properly.
If any parts are worn or damaged,replace immediately.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
HORSEPOWER 11 HP
DISPLACEMENT 21.82 cu, in.
GASOLINE 4 quartsCAPACITY (unleaded)
OIL CAPACITY 5W30
(20 oz capacity)
SPARK PLUG: Champion RJt 9LM(Gap ,030 in.) orequivalent
VALVE CLEARANCE: Intake: ,010 In,Exhaust: ,010 In,
SNOW THROWER
AS REQUIRED
The following adjustment should bepreformed more than once each
sea-son.
1. Auger drive belt should be adjustedafter the first 2 to 4
hours of use,again about mid-season and twiceeach season thereafter
(See to Ad-just Belts paragraph in the Ser-vice and Adjustment
section).
LUBRICATION - EVERY 10 HOURS
1. Auger Shaft - Using a hand greasegun, lubricate the auger
shaft zerkfittings (A) every ten (10) operatinghours. Each time a
shear bolt is re-
placed, the auger shaft MUST begreased. See Figure 19. See
ToReplace Auger Shear Bolt in theService and Adjustment
section.
Figure 19
CHAIN LUBRICATIONEVERY 25 HOURS
1. Position speed selector lever in first(1) forward gear.
2. Stand the snow blower up on theauger housing end.NOTE: When
the crank case iffilled with oil, do not leave thesnow blower
standing up on theauger housing for an extendedperiod of time.
3. Remove the bottom panel.4. Lubricate the chains with a
chain
type lubricant.
5. For storage, wipe the hexshaft andsprockets with 5W30 motor
oil.
NOTE: Clean all excess grease oroil found on the rubber
frictionwheel or the disc drive plate.
CAUTION: Do not allow grease oroil to contact the rubber
frictionwheel or the disc drive plate.
6. Install the bottom panel.
Figure 20
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AUGER GEAR BOX
The auger gear box is lubricated at thefactory and should not
require addition-al lubrication. If for some reason the
lubricant should leak out, have augergear case checked by a
competent re-pairman.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Check the crankcase oil level before
starting the engine and after each five(5) hours of continuous
use. SeeFigure 21. Add S.A.E. 5W30 motor oilas needed. Tighten fill
cap/dipstick se-curely each time you check the oil lev-el.
Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick
Figure 21
Change the oil every twenty-five (25)hours or at least once a
year if thesnow thrower is not used for twenty-five (25) hours.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
1. Position the snow thrower so that
the oil drain plug is at the lowestpoint on the engine.
2. Remove the oil drain plug and theoil fill cap/dipstick. Drain
the oilinto a suitable container.
NOTE: The oil will drain more freelywhen the engine is warm.
3. After draining all the oil, reinstall theoil drain plug
securely.
4. Fill the engine crankcase withS.A.E. 5W30 motor oil,
pouringslowly. DO NOT OVERFILL.
SPARK PLUG
Check the spark plug every twenty-five (25) hours. Replace the
spark plugif the electrodes are pitted or burned orif the porcelain
is cracked.
1. Make sure the spark plug is clean.Clean the spark plug by
carefullyscraping the electrodes (do notsand blast or use a wire
brush).
2. Check the spark plug gap with afeeler gauge and reset gap to
0.30"if necessary. See Figure 22.
3. Before installing the spark plug,coat the threads lightly
with oil foreasy removal. Tighten the sparkplug to a torque of 15
foot-pounds.
Feeler Gauge0.030"
Spark Plug
Figure 22
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_lb ARNING: Always discon-nect the spark plug wire andplace it
where it cannot
make contact with spark plug to pre-vent accidental starting
when mak-ing any adjustments or repairs.
TO ADJUST SKID HEIGHT
This snow thrower is equipped with twoheight adjustment skids,
located onthe outside of the auger housing. SeeFigure 23.These
skids elevate the front of thesnow thrower.
Nuts
O
Auger F Height Adjust Skid
Figure 23
For normal hard surfaces, such as apaved driveway or walk,
adjust theskids as follows.
1. Position the snow thrower on a levelsurface.
2. Make sure both tires are equally in-flated. Proper tire
pressure is 14to17 PSI. See side of tire for maxi-mum inflation. Do
not exceed side-wall maximum pressure on tire.
3. Place the extra shear bolts supplied(found in parts bag)
under eachend of the scraper bar next to theadjustable skids.
4. Loosen the mounting nuts that holdthe adjustable skids. To
bring thefront of the snow thrower down,
raise the adjustable skids. Tightenthe mounting nuts. See Figure
23.
NOTE: For rocky or uneven surfaces,raise the front of the snow
thrower bymoving the skids down.
_ WARNING: Be certain tomaintain proper groundclearance for your
particular
area to be cleared. Objects such asgravel, rocks or other
debris, ifstruck by the impeller, may bethrown with sufficient
force to cause
personal injury, property damage ordamage to the snow
thrower.
TO ADJUST SCRAPER BAR
After considerable use, the metal scrap-er bar will have a
definite wear pattern.The scraper bar in conjunction with theskids
should always be adjusted to al-low 1/8" between the scraper bar
andthe sidewalk or area to be cleaned.
1. Position the snow thrower on a levelsurface.
2,
3,
4.
5.
6.
Make sure both tires are equally in-flated. Proper tire pressure
is 14to17 PSI. See side of tire for maxi-mum inflation. Do not
exceed side-
wall maximum pressure on tire.
Loosen the carriage bolts and nutssecuring the scraper bar to
the au-ger housing.
Adjust the scraper bar to the properposition.
Tighten the carriage bolts and nuts,making sure that the scraper
bar isparallel with the working surface.
For extended operation, the scraperbar may be reversed. If the
scraperbar must be replaced due to wear,remove the carriage bolts
and nutsand install a new scraper bar.
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BELT ADJUSTMENT
Traction Drive Belt
The traction drive belt has constantspring pressure and does not
requirean adjustment. If the traction drive beltis slipping,
replace the belt. See "HowTo Replace The Belts" in the Mainte-nance
section.
Auger Drive Belt
If your snow blower will not dischargesnow, check the control
cable adjust-ment. If it is correct, then check thecondition of the
auger drive belt. If it isdamaged or loose, replace it (see
BeltReplacement in this section of themanual).
1. Disconnect spark plug wire.
2. Remove screw from belt cover,Remove belt cover (see Figure
24).
Figure 24
3. Loosen nut on auger idler pulleyand move auger idler pulley
towardsbelt about 1/8 inch (3 ram) (seeFigure 27).
4. Tighten nut.
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5. Have someone engage auger driveclutch. Check tension on belt
(op-posite idler pulley). Belt should de-flect about 1/2 inch (12.5
mm) withmoderate pressure Figure 25). Youmay have to move idler
pulley morethan once to obtain the correct ten-sion.
AugerDrive
l "_-- Engine
--_ _ PulleyJ i_ O 1/2 inch
,._ \_.j (12.5mm)Idler_,.._('/_ /', _-"_ Deflection
P°"°Y1o, "
Engaged ___
Figure 25
6. Reinstall belt cover.
7. Whenever belts are adjusted or re-placed, the cables will
need to beadjusted. (See Cable Adjustment inthis section of the
manual).
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8. Attach the spark plug wire.
HOW TO REPLACE THE BELTS
The drive belts are of special construc-tion and must be
replaced with originalfactory replacement belts available fromyour
nearest authorized service center.
Some steps require the assistance of asecond person.
How To Remove the Auger Drive Belt
If the auger drive belt is damaged, thesnow thrower will not
discharge snow.Replace the damaged belt as follows.1. Disconnect
the spark plug wire.2. Loosen the bolts on each side of
the bottom panel (see Figure 26).
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3. Remove the bottom panel.Bolt Bottom
Panel
from the engine pulley. Replacethe auger drive belt with an
originalfactory replacement belt availablefrom an authorized
service center.
AugerHousing
8. Install the new auger drive beltonto the auger drive pulley
andonto pulley.
9. Adjust the auger drive belt. See"How To Adjust The Auger
DriveBelt" in the Maintenance section.
Figure 26
4. Remove screw from belt cover.
Remove the belt cover (seeFigure 24).
5. Loosen the belt guide. Pull the beltguide away from the auger
drivepulley (see Figure 27).
6. Pull the idler pulley away from theauger drive belt.
7. Remove the old auger drive belt
10. Adjust the belt guide. See "How ToAdjust The Belt Guide" in
the Main-tenance section.
11. Install the belt cover. Tightenscrew (See Figure 24).
12. Check the adjustment of the cables.See "How To Check And
Adjust TheCables" in the Maintenance section.
13. Install the bottom panel (seeFigure 26).
14. Tighten the bolts on each side ofthe bottom panel.
from the auger drive pulley and 15. Connect the spark plug
wire.
X__'_'_ Traction Drive BeltEngine Pulley
Beit Guide
Auger Drive Pulley
'\ _CJl/_Auger Idler Pulley Auger Drive Belt
E-Ring
Swing PlateAxle Rod
Traction DriveSpring
TractionDrive Belt
TractionDrive Pulley
EnginePulley
Figure 27
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How To RemoveThe Traction Drive Belt
If the snow thrower will not move for-ward, check the traction
drive belt forwear or damage. If the traction drivebelt is worn or
damaged, replace thebelt as follows.
plate is properly secured (seeFigure 28).
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
2. Remove the auger drive belt. See"How To Remove The Auger
DriveBelt" in the Maintenance section. I
3. Remove the e-ring from one end ofthe swing plate axle rod.
Removethe swing plate axle rod to allowthe the swing plate to pivot
forward(see Figure 27).
4. Remove the traction drive spring.
5. Remove the old traction drive beltfrom the traction drive
pulley andfrom the engine pulley. Replacethe traction drive belt
with an origi-nal factory replacement belt avail-able from an
authorized servicecenter.
6. Install the new traction drive beltonto the traction drive
pulley andonto engine pulley.
7. Make sure the traction drive idler
pulley is properly aligned with thetraction drive belt.
8. Attach the traction drive spring.
9. Install the swing plate axle rod andsecure with the e-ring
removedearlier.
10. The bottom of the swing plate mustbe positioned between the
align-ment tabs. Make sure the swing
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Alignment Tabs Figure 28
NOTE: If the drive will not engageafter the traction drive belt
hasbeen replaced, then check tomake sure that the swing plate
ispositioned between the align-ment tabs.
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11. Install and adjust the auger drivebelt. See "How To Remove
The Au-
ger Drive Belt" in the Maintenancesection.
12. Adjust the belt guide. See "How ToAdjust The Belt Guide" in
the Main-tenance section.
13. Install the bottom panel (seeFigure 26).
14. Tighten the bolts on each side ofthe bottom panel.
15. Install the belt cover. Tightenscrew (see Figure 24).
16. Check the adjustment of the cables.See "How To Check And
Adjust TheCables" in the Maintenance section.
17. Connect the spark plug wire.
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BELT GUIDE ADJUSTMENT
1. Remove spark plug wire.
2. Have someone engage auger drive.
3. Measure the distance between thebelt guide and belt. The
distanceshould be 1/8 inch (3.175 ram) forguide. See Figure 29.
position of fitting to hole in clutch le-ver.
"Z" Fitting
Auger IdlerPulleyEngaged
Belt Guide
1/8 Inch(3.175 ram)
Figure 29
4. If adjustment is necessary, loosenbelt guide mounting bolt.
Move beltguide to the correct position. Tight-en mounting bolt.
5. Reinstall belt cover.
6. Reconnect spark plug wire.
HOW TO CHECK AND AD-JUST THE CABLES
The cables are adjusted at the factoryand no adjustment should
be neces-sary. If the cables have becomestretched or are sagging
adjustment willbe necessary.
Whenever belts are adjusted or re-placed, the cables will need
to be ad-justed.
To check for correct adjustment, un-
hook "Z" fitting at clutch lever (see
Figure 30)
1. Move clutch lever to the full forward
position (just contacting plasticbumper). Holding cable tight,
note
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Figure 30
2. The center of the "Z" fitting shouldbe between the centre and
top ofthe hole in the clutch lever. Adjusteither the auger drive
cable or thetraction drive cable as follows.
Auger Drive Cable Adjustment
_ ARNING: Drain the gaso-line outdoors, away fromfire or
flame.
1. Remove the gas from the gas tank.Stand the snow thrower up on
thefront end of the auger housing.
2. Push cable through spring to ex-pose the threaded portion of
thecable (see Figure 31).
SquareEnd
Cable Spring
Locknut
Figure 31
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3. Hold square end of threaded portionwith pliers and adjust
Iocknut in orout until correct adjustment isreached. Pull cable
back throughspring and connect cable.
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TRACTION DRIVE CABLE ADJUSTMENT
_lb WARNING: Drainthe gaso- 5. Pushthe bottom of the
tractionline outdoors, away fromfire or flame, justment bracket
untilthe "Z"
1. Remove the gas from the gas tank.Stand the snow thrower up on
thefront end of the auger housing.
2. Loosen the bolts on each side ofthe bottom panel (see Figure
32).
Bolt Bottom Panel
AugerHousing
\ \ Bolt _/._J
Figure 32
drive cable through the cable ad-
hook can be removed.6. Remove the "Z" hook from the
cable adjustment bracket. Movethe "Z" hook down to the next
ad-justment hole.
7. Pull the traction drive cable upthrough the cable
adjustmentbracket.
8. Put the cable boot over the cableadjustment bracket.
9. To check the adjustment, depressthe drive lever and check the
lengthof the drive spring. In correct ad-justment, the length of
the drivespring is3.25" _+0.125" (79.5 mm _+3 mm)(see Figure
34).
3. Remove the bottom panel.4. Slide the cable boot off the
cable
adjustment bracket (seeFigure 33).
Cable Boo
i 9'""")?
Cable Adjustment /_I "Z" HookBracket Figure 33
Drive Spring Figure 34
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HOW TO ADJUST OR REPLACETHE FRICTION WHEEL
How To Check The Friction Wheel
If the snow thrower will not move for-ward, check the traction
drive belt, thetraction drive cable or the friction wheel.If the
friction wheel is worn or damaged,it must be replaced. See "How To
Re-place the Friction Wheel" in this section.If the friction wheel
is not worn or dam-
aged, check as follows.
1. Remove the gas from the gas tank.Stand the snow thrower up on
thefront end of the auger housing(see Figure 35).
,_ WARNING: Drain the gaso-line outdoors, away fromfire or
flame.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
3. Loosen the bolts on each side of
the bottom panel (see Figure 35).
4. Remove the bottom panel.
5. Position the shift speed lever inthe highest forward
speed.
6. Note the position of the frictionwheel. In the correct
position, thefriction wheel will contact the snapring. If the
friction wheel is not inthe correct position, adjust as fol-lows
(see Figure 36).
How To Adjust The Friction Wheel
1. Position the shift speed lever inthe highest forward
speed.
2. Loosen hex jam nut on speed se-lect rod. Remove ball joint
fromshifter bracket (see Figure 37).
3. Move the friction wheel against thesnap ring (see Figure
36).
4. Turn the adaptor until the ball jointis aligned with the
mounting hole inthe shifter rod (see Figure 37).
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When aligned, attach the ball jointto the shifter rod.
5. Tighten the jam nut.
6. Install the bottom panel (seeFigure 35).
7. Tighten the bolts on each side ofthe bottom panel.
Bolt Bottom Panel
AugerHousing
Snap Ring
Figure 35
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Ball Joint / \
Snap Ring
Figure 36
Figure 37
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How To Replace The Friction Wheel
If the friction wheel is worn ordamaged, the snow thrower will
notmove forward. The friction wheelmust be replaced as follows.
1. Remove the gas from the gas tank.Stand the snow thrower up on
thefront end of the auger housing (4).(see Figure 35).
_hb ARNING: Drain the gaso-line outdoors, away fromfire or
flame.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
3. Remove the fasteners that securethe right wheel. Remove the
rightwheel from the axle (see Figure 38)
4. Loosen the bolts on each side ofthe bottom panel.
5. Remove the bottom panel.
6. Remove the fasteners that securethe drive sprocket to the
axle (seeFigure 39).
7. Remove the left wheel, axle, anddrive sprocket.
8. Remove the four bolts that hold thebearings on each side of
the hexshaft (see Figure 40).
9. Remove the hex shaft and bear-ings.
NOTE: Take special note of the posi-tion of the washers on the
hex shaft.
Bolt
Chain
Wheel
Figure 38
Figure 39
Bolts
Figure 40
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10. Remove the three fasteners thathold the friction wheel to
the hub
(see Figure 41).
11. Remove the friction wheel from thehub. Slip the friction
wheel off thehex shaft.
12. Assemble the new friction wheelonto hub with the fasteners
re-moved earlier.
13. Install the hex shaft and bearingswith the four bolts
removed earlier(see Figure 42).
Make sure the washers are prop-erly installed in the original
posi-tion. Also, make sure the twowashers are properly alignedwith
the actuator arms.
14. Make sure the hex shaft turns free-
ly.
15. Install the left wheel, axle, anddrive sprocket with the
fastenersremoved earlier. Install the chain
onto the drive sprocket (seeFigure 39).
16. Check the adjustment of the frictionwheel. See "How To
Adjust TheFriction Wheel" in this section.
17. Make sure the friction wheel and the
disc drive plate are free from greaseor oil.
18. Install the bottom panel (seeFigure 38).
19. Tighten the bolts on each side ofthe bottom panel.
20. Install the right wheel to the axlewith the fasteners
removed earlier.
21. Connect the spark plug wire.
FrictionFasteners Hub Wheel
Hex Shaft
Fasteners
Figure 41
Actuator Arms
Bearings
\Washer
Bearings
1Washer
Washer
Figure 42
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HOW TO REPLACETHE AUGER SHEAR BOLT
The augers are secured to the augershaft with special shear
bolts. Theseshear bolts are designed to break andprotect the
machine if an object be-comes lodged in the auger housing. Donot
use a harder bolt as the protectionprovided by the shear bolt will
be lost.
_hb WARNING: For safety andtoprotect the machine, use
onlyoriginal equipment shear bolts.
To replace a broken shear bolt, proceedas follows. Extra shear
bolts were pro-vided in the assembly parts bag.
1. Move the throttle control to the stopposition. Disengage all
controls.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire.Make sure all moving parts
havestopped.
3. Align the hole in the auger with thehole in the auger shaft.
Install thenew shear pin and spacer. SeeFigure 43.
4. Connect the spark plug wire.
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_ She_arPin
Figure 43
TO ADJUSTTHE CARBURETOR
If you think your carburetor needs ad-justing, see your nearest
CraftsmanStore. Engine performance should notbe affected at
altitudes up to 7,000 feet.For operation at higher elevations,
con-tact your nearest Sears Store.
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set forproper engine speed.
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the engine above the factory highspeed setting can be dangerous.
If youthink the engine-governed high speedneeds adjusting, contact
your nearestSears Store, which has the properequipment and
experience to make anynecessary adjustments.
TO ADJUST OR REPLACETHE SPARK PLUG
If you have difficulty starting the snowthrower, adjust or
replace the sparkplug. Replacethe spark plug is theelectrodes are
pitted or burned or if theporcelain is cracked. Follow the
instruc-tions below.
To adjust:
1. Clean spark plug by carefullyscraping the electrodes (Do
notsand blast or use a wire brush).
2. Be sure spark plug is clean andfree of foreign material.
Check elec-trodes gap with a wire feeler gaugeand reset gap to
0.030" if neces-sary. See Figure 44.
To Replace:
1. If you need a new spark plug, useonly the proper replacement
sparkplug.
2. Set the gap to 0.030 inches.
3. Before installing the spark plug,lightly coat the spark plug
threadswith oil or grease to insure easy re-moval.
4. Firmly tighten the spark plug in theengine.
5. If a torque wrench is available,torque the plug to 18 to 23
footpounds.
Feeler Gauge
31
Spark Plug
Figure 44
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_lb ARNING: Never store yoursnow thrower indoors or in
an enclosed, poorly venti-lated area. If gasoline remains in
thetank, fumes may reach an openflame, spark or pilot light from a
fur-nace, water heater, clothes dryer,cigarette, etc.
NOTE: To prevent engine damage (ifsnow thrower is not used for
more than30 days) follow the steps below.
SNOW THROWER
1. Thoroughly clean the snow thrower.
2. Lubricate all lubrication points. Seethe Maintenance
section.
3. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and
screws are securely fastened. In-spect all visible moving parts
fordamage, breakage and wear. Re-place if necessary.
4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paintsurfaces; sand lightly
before paint-ing.
5. Cover the bare metal parts of theblower housing auger and the
im-peller with rust preventative, suchas a spray lubricant.
NOTE: A yearly checkup or tune-up bya Sears service center is a
good way ofensuring that your snow thrower willprovide maximum
performance for thenext season.
ENGINE
_blL ARNING: Drain the gaso-line outdoors, away fromfire or
flame.
Gasoline must be removed or treated to
prevent gum deposits from forming inthe fuel tank, filter, hose,
and carburetorduring storage. Also, during storage al-cohol blended
gasoline that uses etha-nol or methanol (sometimes calledgasohol)
attracts water. It acts on thegasoline to form acids which
damagethe engine.F-011047L
1,
2.
3,
4,
5.
TO remove gasoline, run the engineuntil the fuel tank is empty
and theengine stops.
If you do not remove the gasoline,use fuel stabilizer supplied
with unitor purchase Craftsman Fuel Stabi-lizer No. 3550. Add fuel
stabilizer to
any gasoline left in the tank to mini-mize gum deposits and
acids. If thefuel tank is almost empty, mix stabi-lizer with fresh
gasoline in a sepa-rate container and add some to thefuel tank.
Always follow the instruction on thestabilizer container. After
the stabi-lizer is added to the fuel tank, run
the engine at least ten minutes toallow the mixture to reach the
car-buretor.
Change the engine oil.
Lubricate the piston/cylinder area.First, remove the spark plug
andsquirt a few drops of clean engineoil into the spark plug hole.
Next,cover the spark plug hole with a ragto absorb oil spray. Then,
pull two orthree times on the recoil starter ropeto rotate the
engine. Finally, installthe spark plug and attach the sparkplug
wire.
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OTHER
1. If possible, store your snow throwerindoors and cover it to
give protec-tion from dust and dirt.
2. If the machine must be stored out-doors, block up the snow
thrower tobe sure the entire machine is off the
ground.
3. Cover the snow thrower with a suit-
able protective cover that does notretain moisture. Do not use
plastic.
IMPORTANT: Never cover snowthrower while engine and exhaust
areasare still warm.
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TROUBLE CORRECTION
Difficult starting
CAUSE
Defective spark plug.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Replace spark plug.
Use carburetor bowl drain toflush and refill with fresh
fuel.
Engine runs erratic Blocked fuel line, empty gas Clean fuel
line; check fueltank, or stale gasoline supply; add fresh
gasoline
Engine stalls Unit running on CHOKE. Set choke lever to
RUNposition.
Engine runs erratic; Water or dirt in fuel system. Use
carburetor bowl drain toLoss of power flush and refill with fresh
fuel.
Excessive vibration Loose parts: damaged Stop engine immediately
andimpeller disconnect spark plug wire.
Tighten all bolts and make allnecessary repairs. Ifvibration
continues, have theunit serviced by a Craftsmanservice
repairman.
Unit fails to propel itself Drive belt ioose or damaged.
Incorrect adjustment oftraction drive cable
Worn or damaged frictionwheel,
Auger drive belt loose ordamaged.
Replace drive belt.
Adjust traction drive cable.
Unit fails to dischargesnow
Replace friction wheel.
Adjust auger drive belt;replace if damaged.
Auger control cable not Adjust auger control cable.adjusted
correctly.
Shear boit broken Replace shear bolt
Discharge chute clogged. Stop engine immediately anddisconnect
spark plug wire.Clean discharge chute andinside of auger
housing.
Foreign object lodged in Stop engine immediately andauger
disconnect spark plug wire.
Remove object from auger.
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SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.Federal and California Emission Control
Systems Limited Warranty
Small Off-Road Engines
CALIFORNIA & US EPA EMISSIONCONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency("EPA"), the California
Air Resources Board("CARB") and Sears, Roebuck and Co. arepleased
to explain the Federal and CaliforniaEmission Control Systems
Warranty on yournew small oft-road engine. In California, new1995
and later smali oft-road engines must bedesigned, built and
equipped to meet theState's stringent anti-smog standards. In
oth-er states, new 1997 and later model year en-gines must be
designed, built and equipped, atthe time of sale, to meet the U.S.
EPA regula-tions for small non-road engines. Sears, Roe-buck and
Co. will warrant the emission control
system on your small oft-road engine for theperiods of time
listed below, provided therehas been no abuse, neglect, unapproved
mod-ification, or improper maintenance of yoursmall oft-road
engine.
Your emission control system may includeparts such as the
carburetor, ignition systemand exhaust system. Also included may be
thecompression release system and other emis-sion-related
assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, Sears,Roebuck and Co. will
repair your small off-road engine at no cost to you for
diagnosis,parts and labor.
MANUFACTURER'S EMISSIONCONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY
COVERAGE
Emission control systems on 1995 and latermodel year California
small oft-road enginesare warranted for two years as
hereinafternoted. In other states, 1997 and later modelyear engines
are also warranted for two years.If, during such warranty period,
any emission-related part on your engine is defective in ma-terials
or workmanship, the part will berepaired or replaced by Sears,
Roebuck andCo.
OWNER'S WARRANTYRESPONSIBILITIES
As the small oft-road engine owner, you areresponsible for the
performance of the re-F-011047L
quired maintenance listed in your Owner'sManual, but Sears,
Roebuck and Co. will notdeny warranty solely due to the lack of
receiptsor for your failure to provide written evidenceof the
performance of all scheduled mainte-nance.
As the small oft-road engine owner, youshould, however, be aware
that Sears, Roe-buck and Co. may deny you warranty cover-age if
your small oft-road engine or a partthereof has failed due to
abuse, neglect, im-proper maintenance or unapproved
modifica-tions.
You are responsible for presenting your smalloft-road engine to
a Sears, Roebuck and Co.Authorized Service Outlet as soon as a
prob-lem exists. The warranty repairs should becompleted in a
reasonable amount of time, notto exceed 30 days.
Warranty service can be arranged by contact-ing either a Sears,
Roebuck and Co. Autho-rized Service Outlet, or by contacting
Sears,Roebuck and Co. at 1-800-473-7247.
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IMPORTANT NOTE
Esta This warranty statement explains yourrights and obligations
under the EmissionControl System Warranty ("ECS Warranty")which is
provided to you by Sears, Roebuckand Co. pursuant to California
law. See alsothe Sears, Roebuck and Co. Limited Warran-ties for
Sears, Roebuck and Co. which is en-closed therewith on a separate
sheet and alsois provided to you by Sears, Roebuck and Co.The ECS
Warranty applies only to the emis-sion control system of your new
engine. To theextent that there is any conflict in terms be-tween
the ECS Warranty and the Sears, Roe-buck and Co. Warranty, the ECS
Warrantyshall apply except in any circumstances inwhich the Sears,
Roebuck and Co. Warrantymay provide a Iongerwarranty period. Both
theECS Warranty and the Sears, Roebuck andCo. Warranty describe
important rights andobligations with respect to your new
engine.
Warranty service can only be performed by aSears, Roebuck and
Co. Authorized ServiceOutlet. At the time of requesting warranty
ser-vice, evidence must be presented of the dateof sale to the
original purchaser. The purchas-
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ershallpayanychargesformakingservicecallsand/orfortransportingtheproductstoandfromtheplacewheretheinspectionand/orwarrantyworkisperformed.Thepurchasershallberesponsibleforanydamageorlossin-curredinconnectionwiththetransportationofanyengineoranypart(s)thereofsubmittedforinspectionand/orwarrantywork.Ifyouhaveanyquestionsregardingyourwar-rantyrightsandresponsibilities,youshouldcontactSears,Roebuckand
Oo. at1-800-473-7247.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMWARRANTY
Emission Control System Warranty ("ECSWarranty") for 1995 and
later model year Cali-fornia small off-road engines (for other
states,1997 and later model year engines):
A. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall applyto 1995 and later
model year California smalloff-road engines (for other states, 1997
andlater model year engines). The ECS WarrantyPeriod shall begin on
the date the new engineor equipment is delivered to its original,
end-use purchaser, and shall continue for 24 con-secutive months
thereafter.
B. GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTYCOVERAGE: Sears, Roebuck and Co.
war-rants to the original, end-use purchaser of thenew engine or
equipment and to each subse-quent purchaser that each of its small
off- roadengines is:
1. Designed, built and equipped so as to con-form with all
applicable regulations adopted bythe Air Resources Board pursuant
to its au-thority in Chapters 1 and 2, Part 5, Division 26of the
Health and Safety Code, and
2. Free from defects in materials and work-
manship which, at any time during the ECSWarranty Period, will
cause a warranted emis-sions-related part to fail to be identical
in allmaterial respects to the part as described inthe engine
manufacturer's application forcer[i-fication.
C. The ECS Warranty only pertains to emis-sions-related parts on
your engine, as follows:
1. Any warranted, emissions-related partswhich are not scheduled
for replacement asrequired maintenance in the Owner's Manualshall
be warranted for the ECS Warranty Peri-od. If any such part fails
during the ECS War-ranty Period, it shall be repaired or replaced
byF-011047L 35
Sears, Roebuck and Co. according to Subsec-tion 4 below. Any
such part repaired or re-placed under the ECS Warranty shall
bewarranted for any remainder of the ECS War-ranty Period.
2. Any warranted, emissions-related partwhich is scheduled only
for regular inspectionas specified in the Owner's Manual shall
bewarranted for the ECS Warranty Period. Astatement in such written
instructions to the ef-fect of "repair or replace as necessary",
shallnot reduce the ECS Warranty Period. Anysuch part repaired or
replaced under the ECSWarranty shall be warranted for the
remainderof the ECS Warranty Period.
3. Any warranted, emissions-related partwhich is scheduled for
replacement as re-quired maintenance in the Owner's Manual,shall be
warranted for the period of time priorto the first scheduled
replacement point forthat part. If the part fails prior to the
first sched-uled replacement, the part shall be repaired orreplaced
by Sears, Roebuck and Co. accord-ing to Subsection 4 below. Any
such emis-sions-related part repaired or replaced underthe ECS
Warranty, shall be warranted for theremainder of the ECS Warranty
Period prior tothe first scheduled replacement point for
suchemissions-related part.
4. Repair or replacement of any warranted,emissions-related part
under this ECS War-ranty shall be performed at no charge to
theowner at a Sears, Roebuck and Co. Autho-rized Service
Outlet.
5. The owner shall not be charged for diagnos-tic labor which
leads to the determination that
a part covered by the ECS Warranty is in factdefective, provided
that such diagnostic workis performed at a Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Au-thorized Service Outlet.
6. Sears, Roebuck and Co. shall be liable fordamages to other
original engine componentsor approved modifications proximately
causedby a failure under warranty of an emission- re-lated part
covered by the ECS Warranty.
7 Throughout the ECS Warranty Period,Sears, Roebuck and Co.
shall maintain a sup-ply of warranted emission-related parts
suffi-cient to meet the expected demand for suchemission-related
parts.
8. Any Sears, Roebuck and Co. authorizedand approved
emission-related replacementpart may be used in the performance of
anyECS Warranty maintenance or repair and willbe provided without
charge to the owner. Such
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useshallnotreduceSears,RoebuckandCo.ECSWarrantyobligations.9.Unapprovedadd-onormodifiedpartsmaynotbeusedtomodifyorrepairaSears,Roe-buckandCo.engine.SuchusevoidsthisECSWarrantyandshallbesufficientgroundsfordisallowinganECSWarrantyclaim.Sears,RoebuckandCo.shallnotbeliablehereunderforfailuresofanywarrantedpartsofaSears,RoebuckandCo.enginecausedbytheuseofsuchanunapprovedadd-onormodifiedpart.
EMISSION-RELATED PARTSINCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Carburetor Assembly and its Internal Com-ponents
a) Fuel filter
b) Carburetor gaskets
c) Intake pipe
2. Air Cleaner Assembly
a) Air filter element
3. Ignition System, including:
a) Spark plug
b) Ignition module
c) Flywheel assembly
4. Catalytic Muffler (if so equipped)
a) Muffler gasket (if so equipped)
b) Exhaust manifold (if so equipped)
5. Crankcase Breather Assembly and itsComponents
a) Breather connection tube
10/22/99 EPA/CARB
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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GARANTiA ...................
REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ......SiMBOLOS INTERNACIONALES
ENSAMBLAJE ................
OPERACI6N ..................
64 MANTENIMIENTO ............. 82
64 SERV|CIO YAJUSTES ......... 85ALMACENAMIENTO ...........
95
67 TABLA DE LOC.ALIZACI(_N Y69 REPARACION DE AVERiAS 96
75 PEDIDO DE PIEZAS/SERVICIO .. 100
[c%! i P_I
GARANTiA LIMITADA DE DOS AI;IOS PARA EL QUITANIEVES
CRAFTSMAN
Durante dos argosa partir de la fecha de compra, siempre que a
este quitanieves Craftsman se led_ mantenimiento, lubricaci6n y
afinamiento de acuerdo con las instrucciones de operaci6n y
man-tenimiento presentadas en et manual del propietario, Craftsman
reparar&, sin cargo alguno, cualquier defecto en material y
mano de obra.Si este quitanieves Craftsman es usado con prop6sitos
comerciales o de arrendamiento, esta garantia ser& v&lida
sotamente por 90 dias a partir de la fecha de compra.Esta garantia
no cubre 1osiguiente:
Elementos de desgaste normal, tales como bujias, correas de
transmisi6n y pasadores de seguridad.Reparaciones necesarias debido
alabuso o negligenciadel operador, incluyendovarillas doblados y
otras reparaciones necesarias por falta del mantenimiento a la
unidad segOn Io recomendado en las instrucciones contenidas en el
manual det propietario.
EL SERVIClO DE GARANTiA SE PUEDE OBTENER LLEVANDO EL QUlTANIEVES
AL CEN-TRO/DEPARTAMENTO DE SERVICIO CRAFTSMAN MAS CERCANO EN LOS
ESTADOS UNI-DOS. ESTA GARANTiA ES VALIDA SOLO CUANDO ESTE PRODUCTO
ES USADO EN LOSESTADOS UNIDOS.Esta garantia le otorga derechos
legales especificos, y asimismo es posible que tenga otros derechos
los cuales varian de un estado a otro.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
,_ Presteatenci6nae, stesimbolo,
leindicaprecaucionesdeseguridadimportantes.
Sig-nifica--!!!ATENClON!!! !!!ESTE ALERTA!H Se trata de su
seguridad.
Las emanaciones de escape producidas pot estemotor y ciertos
componentes de esta maquina con-tienen quimicos reconocidos por el
Estado de Cali-fornia como carcinogenos, tambien pueden produ-cir
defectos en los reci_n nacidos o causar otros da-
_os al sistema reproductivo.Los bornes, terminales y accesorios
relacionadoscon la bateria contienen plomo y compuestos delplomo,
ademas de sustancias quimicas que el Esta-do de California reconoce
qae estos compuestospueden causar c&ncer y defectos como
carcinoge-nas, ademas estas sustancias pueden producir da-_os
congenitos, a los bebes y adem&s de otros da-_os al sistema
reproductivo humano. DEBE LAVAR-SE MUY BIEN LAS MANOS DESPUES DE
MANIPU-LAR ESTOS COMPONENTES.
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ADVERTENCIA:Siempre desconecteel cable de la bujia y
coloquelo alejado de _stapara prevenir un arranqueaccidental
durante la prepa-raci6n mantenimiento o al-macenamiento del
quitanie-ves.
IMPORTANTE: Para prevenirlesiones, las normas de seguri-dad
exigen controles en la u nidadque s61o puedan set manejadosen
presencia del operador. Suquitanieves estA equipado condichos
controlss. Pot ningt'Jn mo-tivo intente pasar por alto la fun-ci6n
del control en presencia deloperador.
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CAPACITACION
1. Lea atentamente las instrucciones sobreoperaci6n y servicio
que aparecen en elmanual. Familiaricese completamentecon los
controles y el uso adecuado de launidad. Aprenda a detener el
quitanievesy a desenganchar rapidamente los contro-les.
2. Nunca permita a niSos operar el quitanie-yes y mantengalos
fuera del alcance delmismo mientras 6ste se encuentra enoperaci6n.
Nunca permita que adultosoperen el quitanieves sin Ia
instrucci6napropiada. No Ileve pasajeros.
3. Mantenga el Area libre de personas, espe-cialmente niSos
pequeflos y mascotas.
4. Tenga cuidado para evitar resbalarse ocaerse, especialmente
cuando est_ retro-cediendo.
PREPARACION
1. Inspeccione completamente el Area don-de usara el quitanieves
y retire todos losfelpudos, trineos, tablas, alambres y
otrosobjetos que puedan entorpecer su trabajo.
2. Desenganche todos los embragues antesde arrancar el
motor.
3. No opere el quitanieves sin vestir ropa deinvierno adecuada
para trabajar afuera.Vista calzado que le de buena estabilidaden
superficies resbalosas.
4. Tenga cuidado con el combustible; es su-mamente
inflamable.
(a) Use un contenedor aprobado paracombustible.
(b) Nunca quite la tapa del tanque de niaflada combustible si el
motor est_en marcha o esta caliente.
(c) Llene el tanque de combustible al airelibre y con mucho
cuidado. Nunca lie-ne ei tanque en un recinto cerrado.
(d) Coloque nuevamente la tapa del tan-que y compruebe que quede
segura,limpie el combustible derramado.
(e) Nunca almacene combustible o el qui-tanieves con combustible
en el tan-que dentro de un recinto cerradodonde los vapores de este
pudieranalcanzar alguna llama desprotegida ouna chispa.
(f) Revise la reserva de combustible enel tanque antes de cada
uso, dejandoalgt_n espacio para la expansi6n del
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1. No opere esta mAquina siesta tomandodrogas o medicinas que
puedan causarsomnolencia o afectar su habilidad paraoperar esta
unidad de manera segura.
2. No opere esta unidad si por motivos emo-cionales o fisicos se
le dificulta manejarlacon seguridad.
3. No coloque las manos ni los pies cerca odebajo de piezas
giratorias. Mantengasesiempre a una distancia prudente de
laabertura de descarga.
4. Tenga mucho cuidado cuando al operar launidad pase o cruce
caminos, aceras ocalles de grava. Mantengase alerta a pelfgros
ocultos o trAfico.
5. Si golpea alg[in objeto, pare el motor, des-conecte el cable
de la bujia, inspeccionecompletamente el quitanieves pot si
hu-biera algAn daSo, y repArelo antes de vol-vet a arrancar ei
motor y operar elquitanieves.
6. Si la unidad comienza a vibrar fuera de Ionormal, pare el
motor y revise la maquinainmediatamente para encontrar la
causa.Generalmente, la vibraci6n es una adver-tencia de
problemas.
7. Pare el motor cuando deje la posici6n deoperaci6n, antes de
desobstruir el aloja-miento de la barrena/propulsor o el canalde
descarga, y cuando efectAe cualquierreparaci6n, ajuste o inspecci6n
a la uni-dad.
combustible que se produce por elcalor del motor y/o del
sol.
5. Para todas las unidades con motores dearranque el6ctrico,
utilice cables de exten-si6n certificados por CSA/UL. Use
sola-mente con un tomacorrientes que hayasido instalado de acuerdo
alas normasestipuladas por las autoridades de inspec-ci6n
locales.
6. Ajuste la altura del quitanieves para pasarsobre superficies
de grava o piedra tritura-da.
7. Nunca trate de hacer ajustes a la unidadmientras el motor
est_ en marcha (excep-to cuando esto sea especfficamente
reco-mendado por el fabricante).
8. Permita que el motor y el quitanieves seajusten a las
temperaturas exteriores an-tes de comenzar el trabajo.
9. Use siempre gafas de seguridad o protec-totes para los ojos
durante la operaci6ndel quitanieves o mientras hace algt3najuste o
reparaci6n al mismo, para prote-get sus ojos de objetos que puedan
serlanzados pot et quitanieves.
OPERACION
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8.
Cuandolimpie,repareoinspeccionelaunidad,asegt3resedequelabarrena/pro-pulsorytodaslaspartesm6vilesseha-yahdetenido.Desconecteelcabledelabujiaymantengaloalejadodeestaparaevitarunarranqueaccidental.
9.
Tometodaslasprecaucionesposiblesaldejarelquitanievesdesatendido.Desen-gancheIabarrena/propulsor,pareelmo-tor,yretirelaIlave.
10.Nohagaarrancarelmotorenrecintosce-rrados,exceptoalarranoaryparatrans-portarelquitanieveshaciaadentroohaciaafueradelrecinto.Abralaspuertasquedanalexterior;lasemisionesdeles-capesonpeligrosas(contienenMONOXl-DODECARBONO,unGASINODOROyMORTAL).
11.NouseelquitanievesparalimpiarAreasdeterrenosinclinadas.Tengamuchocui-dadoalcambiardedirecci6n.Nointentelimpiarpendientesmuypronunciadas.
12.NuncaopereelquitanievessinqueIosresguardos,placasuotrosdispositivosdeseguridadseencuentrenensulugar.
13.Nuncaopereelquitanievescercadees-caparatesdevidrio,autom6viles,vidrie-ras,sitiosdecarga/descarga,ysimilaressinelajusteapropiadodelangulodedes-cargadenieve.MantengaalosniSosymascotasalejadosdelAreaqueestades-pejando.
14.Nosobrecarguelacapacidaddelamaqui-naalintentarlimpiarnieveaunaveloci-daddemasiadorapid&
15.Nuncaopereelquitanievesaaltasveloci-dadesdetransportesobresuperficiesres-balosas.Mirehaciaarrasytengacuidadoalretroceder.
16.Nuncadescarguedirectamentehaciaper-sonasquevayanpasandonipermitaanadiefrentealquitanieves.
17.Desenganchelafuerzamotrizalabarre-na/propulsorcuandoelquitanievesseatrasportadaonoest6enuso.
18.Utilicet3nicamenteaditamentosyaceeso-dosaprobadosporelfabricantedelquita-nieves(talescomocadenasparalasruedas,juegosdearranqueeI6ctrico,etc.).
19.Nuncaopereelquitanievessinbuenavisi-bilidadoiluminaci6n.Asegt_resesiempredetenetbuenaestabilidad,
y sujete confirmeza el mango de la unidad. Camine;nunca corra.
20. No intente alcanzar lugares dificiles. Ase-gtSrese siempre
de mantener buen equili-brio y traecidn.
21. No trate de usar ei quitanieves para des-pejar tejados.
MANTENIMIENTO YALMACENAMIENTO
1, Revise con frecuenoia los pernos de se-guro y otros pernos
para asegurar queestan bien apretados y que el equipo seencuentra
en buenas y seguras condicio-nes de funcionamiento.
2. Nunca guarde el quitanieves con combus-tible en el tanque
dentro de un recintodonde hubieran fuentes de ignici6n talescomo
calentadores de agua y estufas, se-cadoras de ropa y similares.
Permita queel motor se enfrle antes de almacenar launidad en
cualquier recinto.
3. En el manual del operador encontrarA in-formaci6n detallada e
importante acercade c6mo guardar el quitanieves por untiempo
prolongado.
4. Mantenga o reemplaee las etiquetas deseguridad e
instrucciones a medida queestas se vayan despegando de Ia
unidad.
5. Mantenga el quitanieves en marcha unoscuantos minutos despues
de despejar lanieve para evitar que se congele la
barre-na/propulsor.
_lb ADVERTENClA: Este quitanieveses para uso en aceras,
entradasde auto y otras superficies de te-
rreno planas. Se debe tenet cuidado alusar el quitanieves en
superficies inclina-das. NO USE EL QUITANIEVES EN SU-PERFICIES
SOBRE EL NIVEL DEL SUELO
tales como techos de residencias, de ga-rajes, porches u otras
estructuras o cons-trucciones similares.
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B'_t] KtI-']
IMPORTANTE: Encontrara muchos de los simbolos siguientes en su
unidad o en los impresos in-formativos que vienen con el producto.
Antes de operar la unidad entienda y aprenda el objetivo decada
simbolo.
Simbolos de control y operacion
Despacio RapidoArranque el_ctrico Arranque del motor
@ o IMotor en marcha Motor parado Apagado Encendido
H NEstrangulador Estranguladordesactivado activado Neutro
Control de
aceleracion
Boton Llave de ignicioncebador
Embraguede propulsion
Colectorde barrena
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® @Ignicion Ignicion
desactivada activada
Avance Marcha atras de barrena
O_onar 0
Enganchar el arranque electrico Transmision
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Simbolos de control y operacion
Mezcla de combustibleCombustible Aceite y aceite
Descarga hacia Descarga hacia Descarga hacia la Descarga hacia
laABAJO ARRIBA IZQUIERDA DERECHA
i' o]Transterencia de peso Transterencia de peso Llave de
ignicibn
Levante el mango Presione el pedal Insertar para marcha,para
enganchar para desenganchar retirar para parada.
Simbolos de advertencia de seguridad
PELIGROObjetos lanzados.
Mantenga alejados alos transauntes
PELIGROObjetos lanzados.
Mantenga alejados alos transet_ntes. ADVERTENCIA
IMPORTANTELea el manual del
propietario antes de
opera_uina.
ADVERTENCIASuperficie caliente
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PELIGROPara evitar lesiones que pue-da causar la barrena
rotato-
ria, mantenga las manos, lospies y la ropa alejados.
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PARE
PELIGROPare el motor
antes de desatascarel canal de descarga.
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CONTENIDO DE LA BOLSA DE PARTES ('FAMANO REAL)
1 - Manual del Propietario (no se muestra)
1 - Paquete de estabilizador de combustible (no se muestra)
1 - Tarjeta de garantia (no se muestra)
*Las partesque no necesitanensamblade seencuentran en lacaja de
herramientas ubicadaen lacubierta de ia correa.
1 - Perilla de lapalanca de cam-bios (no en su ta-"naRo
real)
1 - Mango de lapalanca deIanzamiento de nieve(no en su tamaSo
real)
tamaRo real)
PARTES QUE VIENEN EMPAQUETADAS EN FORMA SEPARADA EN LA CAJA
DE CARTON (NO SE MUESTRAN EN SU TAMAI_IO REAL)
2- Llaves de ignici6n (Adjuntas amotor en botsa plastica)
1 - Arandela
1 - Pasadordechaveta
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_lb DVERTENCIA: Siempre usegafas de seguridad o protecto-res
para los ojos mientras en-
sambla el quitanieves.
HERRAMIENTAS NECESARIAS
1 - Cuchillo para cortar la caja
2 - Llave de tuercas de 1/2 pig(o Ilave de tuercas
ajustable)
2 - Llave de tuercas de 9/16 pig(o Ilave de tuercas
ajustable)
2 - Llave de tuercas de 3/4 pig(o Ilave de tuercas
ajustable)
1 - Alicate (para abrir las patasdel pasador de chaveta)1 -
Destornillador
1 - Cinta o regla para medir
Figura 45
La Figura 45 muestra el quitanieves enposiciSn de envio.
La Figura 46 muestra el quitanievescompletamente ensamblado.
La referencia a los lados izquierdo yderecho del quitanieves se
hace desdela posiciSn del operador cuando este seencuentra
detr&s de la unidad.
Palancade propulsiSnde la barrena Palanca de
_.X _y, _lg_ pot tracci6n_-_ Manivela
Palanca _ /s _
de cambios _.
_ded [_eflector, escarga
Patines deajuste dealtura
Torni Figura 46
COMO SACAR EL QUITANIEVESDE LA CAJA
1. Ubique todas las piezas que vienen 5.empaquetadas por
separado ys&quelas de la caja.NOTA: Coloque el estabilizador
de
combustible en un lugar seguro 6.hasta que Io necesite para
guardarla unidad.
2. Quite y deseche el material de 7.empaque que rodea la
unidad.
3. Haga un corte de arriba hacia abajoen cada esquina de la caja
y dejelos paneles sobre el suelo.
4. Para prop6sitos de envio, los ps-tines de sjuste de altura,
van suje-tos a la plataforma de envio. Saque
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el tornillo que sujeta cada pstin ala plataforma. Vea la Figura
46.
Agarre el quitanieves per el mangoy jale para sacarlo de la
plataforma.PRECAUCION: NO retroceda so-bre los cables.
Quite el material de empaque delconjunto de los mangos.Corte los
amarres que sujetan loscables de control del embrague almango
inferior, y col6quelosalejados del bastidor del motor.
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COMO ENSAMBLAR EL MANGOYEL CONJUNTO DE LA MANIVELA
1. Corte los amarres que sujetan lapalanca de cambios al
mangoinferior y mueva la palanca a laprimera velocidad de
avance.
2. Corte y deseche el amarre de pl&s-tico que sujeta el
conjunto de la ma-nivela.
3. Afloje pero no quite los tornillos,arandelas planas,
arandelas deseguridad y tuercas hexagonalesque se encuentran en los
agujerossuperiores del mango inferior. Veala Figura 47.
4. Retire los sujetadores y el perno deanilla de los agujeros
inferiores delmango inferior. Vea la Figura 49.
Conexi6n en "Z"
Cable Figura 48
6. Instale los sujetadores que quit5 enel paso 4. NO los apriete
hastatener todos los pernos en su lugar.
Lado izquierdo delmango superiol_
Contratuercade nylon de3/8 pig
mango superior
Tuerca
5/16 pig
Arandela de seguri-dad (abierta) de5/16 pig
Afloje perono quite
Arandela
• Tornillo de5/16 pig
Figura 47
Arandela
Pemo de 3/8 pigde anilla Arandela de 3/8 pig
Figura 49
7. Conecte el eje de la manivela a lajunta universal con el
pasador dehorquilla. Vea la Figura 50.
8. Apriete la tuerca del perno deanilla. AsegQrese de que el
pernode anilla este bien alineado y quela manivela pueda girar
libremente.
9. Apriete todos los pernos del mango.
NOTA: AsegQrese de que los cables noqueden atrapados entre los
mangossuperior e inferior.
5. Levante el mango superior a laposici6n de operaci6n.
NOTA: Si los cables se han desconec-
tado, conectelos come se muestra en laFigura 48.
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Junta universalFigura 50
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NOTA: Si los cables se han desconec-
tado, conectelos come se muestra en laFigura 51.
Cable de Cable de propul-propulsi6n si6n de la barrena
Figura 51
COMO INSTALAR LAS PERILLAS Y MANGOS
Mango de la palanca remota delanzamiento de nieve1. Monte el
mango de la palanca de
lanzamiento de nieve en la palan-ca hasta que quede apretado
con-tra la tuerca (vea la Figura 52.
Reborde _..
Tuerca3/8 pulg.
Mango de lapalanca de
Ianzamiento denieve
//_"" Palanca
Figura 522. AsegQrese que el reborde del man-
go de la palanea de lanzamientode nieve quede orientado hacia
elmotor.
3. Apdete la tuerca contra la parte in-ferior del mango de la
palanca delanzamiento de nieve.
Perilla de velocidad
Instale la perilla de velocidad a la pa-lanca de velocidad. Vea
la Figura 53.
_'-"_ erillade lapalanca devetocidad
_ _ Palanca de
velocidad
Figura 53
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COMO INSTALAR LA VARILLADE CONTROL DE VEL