Owner's Manual 5.0 Horse Power 24" Two-Stage Wheel Drive Snow Thrower Model No. 247.886640 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. • • • • • • Safety Assembly Operation Service Maintenance EspaSol Sears, Roebuck And Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. Visit our website: www.sears.com/craffsman PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO.
Content Page Content Page Warranty Information ......................................... 2 Service & Adjustment......................................... 15 Safe Operation Practices ................................... 3 Off-Season Storage ........................................... 19 Hardware Pack .................................................. 5 Trouble-Shooting ............................................... 20 Assembly ...........................................................
This symbolpoints out important safety instructionswhich, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol--heed its warning.
6. Donot operate Maintenance 7. 1. 8. 9. tO. t 1. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do nottouch. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Exercise caution when changing direction and while operating on slopes. Plan your snow throwing pattern to avoid discharge towards windows, walls, cars etc.
Lay outthe hardware according to the illustrationbelow for identificationpurposes. Part numbers are shown in parentheses. (Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit.) A!_ (4)Lock Washers (C) (736-0119) (2)Hex Bolts (A) I:_ © ©© ©© (710-3180) 1111111111111111111111 IIIIIIIIII11i1111111II 12) Handle Tabs 11) (2) Hex Bolts(B) 710-3008 (4) Carriage Bolts (E) (710-0262) G g,G Washers (C) (736-0119) (7,,-'0'7%_ _") (2) Hex Nuts (J) ___ _ (2)Hex Screws (F) t_l _ _.
NOTE: References to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operatingposition. Unpacking Remove staples from top flaps of the carton. Remove any loose parts included with unit (i.e., operator's manual, etc.). Cut corners of the carton and lay ends down fiat, Remove packing material. Roll unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly for loose parts before discarding.
(Usehardware group A.) Attaching Shift Lever • (Use hardware group C.) Insert one each of hex bolt (B) and lock washer (C), from Group A of the hardware pack, through the bottomhole in left handle and corresponding hole in snow thrower housing. See Figure 4. Do not tighten. Repeat on the other side. Raise both handles up until the upper hole in each handle align with lhe upper hole on each side of the snow thrower housing. Secure with hex bolt (A), lock washer (C) and handle tab (I) on each side.
A WARNING: Do not over-tighten the clutch cables. Tension on either cable in the disengaged (up) position may override the safety features of the machine.
Adjust the chute directional control bracket so that the spiral on the chute directional control fully engages the teeth on the chute assembly. See Figure 11. Tighten all hardware. • • If the wheels do not stop when you engage the traction control grip, loosen the jam nut on the traction control cable and thread the cable in one turn. Recheck the adjustment and repeat as necessary. Tighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct adjustment is reached.
Knowing your Snow Thrower ,_ WARNING: familiar with all the controlsand their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage Be them quickly. •, --Traction b_ Control Auger Control Shift Lever Gas Fill Discharge Chute \ Chute Directional Control --- Spark Plug _ _ 1 / Auger Ignition Key___X | Skid Shoe Throttle Le_er "_ Recoil Starter_ Figure 13 Operating Controls Chute Directional Shift Lever The chute directional controlis located on left side of the snow thrower.
Before Starting and carburetorare empty. Use fresh fuel nextseason. See storage Instructions for additionalinformation. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. WARNING: Read,warnings understand, and follow all instructions and on the machine and in this manual before operating. • • • To Start Engine The engine was shipped with oil. Check the oil level before operating. After the initial use, you will have to fill up as necessary.
When engine starts, release starter button, and move choke gradually to OFF. If engine falters, move choke immediately to FULL and then gradually to OFF. When disconnecting the power cord, always unplug from the three-prong receptacle first, and then from the snow thrower. push starter button and spin the starter for several seconds. The unusual sound made by spinning the starter will not harm engine or starter. Disconnect the power cord from receptacle first, and then from switch box.
• To Engage Augers • To engage the augers and start throwing snow, squeeze the auger controlgrip against the left handle. Release to stop the augers. • • Operating Tips • Allowthe engine to warm up for a few minutesas the engine will not develop futtpower until it reaches operating temperature. • • _k WARNING: and surrounding areas become Muffler, hot andengine can cause a burn. Do not touch.
Lubrication & WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Drive and Shifting Mechanism • Remove rear cover. Oil any chains, sprockets, gears, bearings, shafts, and shiftingmechanism at least once a season. See Figure 17. Use engine oil or a spray lubricant.
NOTE: Althoughmulti-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multiviscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your snow thrower's engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Check and make sure that the level of oil is up to the FULL mark on the dipstick. The oil sump capacity is 21 ounces or 0.62 liters. _k Refer to the viscositychart for proper selectionof engine oil.
• Remove the frame cover underneath the snow thrower by removing six self-tapping screws. For locationof the frame cover, see Figure 19. When the traction control is released, there mustbe clearance between the friction wheel and the drive plate in all positions of the shift lever. When the traction control is engaged, the fdction wheel must contact the drive plate. See Figure 20. Hole in Axle Figure 21 One Wheel Driving • On the right side of the unit, place klick pin in the outside axle hole only.
Drain gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.Tip the unit up and forward so that it rests on auger housing. Remove six self-tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower, Roll auger belt off engine pulley. See Figure 24. Auger Belt \ L"_ i_ '_ Drive Belt r- \_T _i _;__-_'_, . Drive ' _.
Drive Belt • • • tapping screws from the frame cover underneath the snow thrower. • Remove the klick pins which secure the wheels, and remove the wheels from the axle. Using a wrench to hold the shaft, loosen, but do not completely remove, the hex nut and bell washer on the left end of gear shaft. See Figure 27. Follow first foursteps of previous instructions. Pull idler pulley up, and lift belt off engine pulley and friction wheel disc. See Figure 24.
Ifthe snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or longer, or at the end of the snow season when the tast possibility of snow is gone, the equipment needs to be stored properly. Follow storage instructions below to ensure top performance from the snow thrower for many more years. WARNING: Drain fuel into approved container outdoors, away from any open flame. Be certain engine is cool. Do not smoke. Fuel left in engine during warm weather deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems.
Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Enginefails to start Fuel tankempty, or stalefuel. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty Engine runs erratic Loss of power Engine overheats Excessive vibration Unit fails to propel itself Unit fails to discharge snow Blocked fuel line. Choke not in ON position Faulty spark plug. Key not in switch on engine. Spark plug wire disconnected. Primer button not depressed. Unit running on CHOKE.
SEARS CRAFTSMAN 5.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.
SEARS CRAFTSMAN 5.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.886640 9 12 13 5 10 / 6 • © 15 Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 11 5 Part No. 618-0123 618-0124 710-0642 711-0908 714-0161 715-0143 717-0526 717-0528 718-0186 721-0325 721-0327 736-0351 736-0369 736-0445 737-0168 741-0662 741-0663 618-0120A Key No. Pa_ No. 1. 634-0114 2. 734-1732 ® / 5 Description Housing--R.H. Housing--L.H, ,Hex Screw 1/4-20 x .
SEARS CRAFTSMAN 5.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.886640 IMPORTANT: For a proper working machine, use Factory Approved Parts. V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. \ 2_ 27 14 26 22 15 24 24 \ \ 2% Key No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7, 8. 9_ 10. 11, 12. 13, 14. 15. 16 PaN No. Description Key aty, Part No. Description NO.
SEARS CRAFTSMAN 5.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.886640 1 \ 18 14 31 21 % / 41 39 44 NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes betow.Please add the applicable color code, wherever needed, to the part number to order a replacement part. For instance, if a part, numbered 700-xxxx, is painted polo green, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx÷0689.
SEARS CRAFTSMAN I Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 PaN No, 712-0116 756-0178 784-5632A 710-0459A 738-0281 736-0167 732-0611 712-3068 712-30t0 736-0119 05931 741-0309 710-0451 705-5226 684-0039C 736-0119 736-0242 741-0475 784-5647 731-1379B 712-0324 736-0463 5.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER Description Lock Jam Nut 3/8-24 Flat Idler Auger Idler Arm Hex Cap Screw 3/8-24 x 1.
SEARS CRAFTSMAN 5.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.886640 5 3 6_ 4 9 10 2 < 40 44 \ NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code, wherever needed, to the part number to order a replacement part. For instance, if a part, numbered 700-xxxx, is painted polo green, the part number to order would be 700-xxxx-0689.
SEARS CRAFTSMAN Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2O 21 23 24 25 Part No. 705-5234 705-5233 720-0274 784-5717 735-0199A 749-0910B 749-0911B 731-1500 747-0984 746-0778 712-0121 746-0897 746-0898 712-3010 736-0119 750-1032 726-0135 710-0262 726-0100 720-0201A 705-5204A 736-0242 747-0697 5.0 H.P.
SEARS CRAFTSMAN 5.0 H.P. SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.886640 27 37 / 39 Drive Clutch Cable 13 41 7 5 Auger CaSle Clutch 11 26 10 NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to the list of color codes below. Please add the applicable color code, wherever needed, tothe )art number to order a replacement part. For instance, if a part, numbered 700-xxxx, is painted polo green, the )art number to order would be 700-xxxx0689. Polo Green: 0689 Powder Black: 0637 Oyster Gray: 0662 Housing Part No, KeyNo.
CRAFTSMAN ENGINE 143.015007 FOR SNOW THROWER Key Part No. No. 0 i640084A 1 631615 2 _31767 6 640070 7 650506 10 632108 14 631890 15 630735 16 631807 17 651025 18 20 20A 25 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 36 37 40 44 47 48 60 I I 31.1_ - 25 29 630766 640027 640053 631951 631024 632019 631028 631021 831022 27136A 27554 632745 132547 640183 27110A 630748 631027 632760 MODEL 247.886640 Description Carburetor (Incl.
CRAFTSMAN ENGINE 143.015007 FOR SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.
CRAFTSMAN Key No. 0 O 1 2 4 5 14 15 16 ,17 18 19 20 25 26 30 40 40 40 41 41 41 Part No. 36469A 26727 0 30969 28277 31334 3,1510 31335 651018 31426 32600 36552 650802 35975 36073 36074 36075 36070 36071 36072 42 36076 42 36077 42 36078 43 20381 45 32875A 46 32610A 48 27241 49 32654 50 _36650 60 29745 64 30063 64A 8345 65 650128 69 27677A 70 34678A 75 27897 76 30318 80 30574A 81 30590A 82 3059,1 83 30588A 86 650488 89 6.10961 90 6.
CRAFTSMAN ENGINE 143.015007 FOR SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.886640 Table continued from previous page: Key No. 3O5 3O7 308 310 313 328 329 335 338 340 345 35O 351 355 364 365 370A 370B 370C 370D 370G 370K 38O 390 396 4OO PaN No. 35554 35499 35539 35556 34080 35062 610973 35072 650257 36247 33344 570682A 32180C 590574 33333 650735 36261 35282 36501 35878 36534 36695 640084A 590742 33290E 36444 420 730226 9OO 754303 Description lOll FillTube Qty.
CRAFTSMAN ENGINE 143.015007 FOR SNOW THROWER MODEL 247.886640 Recoil Starter Pad No. 590742 590740 590616 590617 590645A 590647 590535; m k-, 13 __, Description Rewind Starter Retainer Qty. 1 1 Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y Starter Housing Ass'y Starter Rope (Length 98" x 9/64" dia.) 590574 Mitten Grip Handle (Not included w/starter) 590760' Spring Clip 2 2 1 t 1 1 1 14 Electric Starter Key No. 0 2 3 4 5A 6 7 8 9 25 24 16 18 15 33 PeN No.
