CRflFTSMflr 11.0 Horsepower 30 Inch Dual Stage 120V. Electric Start SNOW THROWER MODEL NO. 536.881130 Caution: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY STATEMENT ..... 2 2 SAFETY RULES....................... INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS . . . . 4 ASSEMBLY ............................. 6 OPERATION ............................ 11 MAINTENANCE ...................... 17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ... 20 STORAGE ................................ 28 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART .. 29 REPAIR PARTS........................ 30 ENGINE REPAIR PARTS......... 46 SPANISH (ESPAÑOL) ............ 55 PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ..
of the operator presence control under any cir7. cumstances. TRAINING 1. Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is njnning (except when specifically recommended by manu facturer). Let engine (motor) and snow thrower ad just to outdoortemperatures before starting to clear snow. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an ad justment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the snow thrower.
11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. Do not clear snow across the face of 21. Do not attempt to use snow thrower on a roof. slopes. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not at MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE tempt to clear steep slopes. Never operate the snow thrower without 1. Check shear bolts and other bolts at fre quent intervals for proper tightness to be proper guards, plates or other safety pro sure the equipment is in safe working tective devices in place. condition.
Drive Clutch Forward Reverse Auger Clutch Auger Collector Engage 1 Fuei Push To Engage Electric Starter Oil Fuel Oil Mixture Jr ó 1/ Discharge DOWN Discharge UP Discharge LEFT Discharge RIGHT Weight Transfer Lift Handle To Engage Weight Transfer Depress Pedai To Disengage O Transmission Ignition Key Insert To Run, Pull Out To Stop. Safety Warning Symbols DANGER Thrown Objects. Keep Bystanders Away. DANGER Thrown Objects. Keep Bystanders Away.
ASSEM BLY Contents of Parts Bag (actual size) 1 - Owner’s Manual {not shown) 1 - Packet of Fuel Stabilizer (not shown) 1 - Warranty Card (not shown) 2 - Parts bags (not shown) •Non-Assembly Parts, found in toolbox located on belt cover 1 - Screw, 3/6-16 X 2 in 1 -Split Lockwasher 1 -Flatwasher 3/8 In. 1- Nut, 3/8 In.
ASSEM BLY WARNING: Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while assembling snow thrower. A TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 1 - Knife to cut carton 1 - 1/2 inch wrenches {or adjustable wrenches) 1 - 9/16 inch wrenches (or adjustable wrenches) 1 - 3/4 inch wrenches (or adjustable wrenches) 1 - Pliers (to spread cotter pin) 1 - Screwdriver 1 - Measuring tape or ruler Figure 1 shows the snow thrower in the shipping position. Figure 2 shows the snow thrower com pletely assembled.
ASSEM BLY TO ASSEMBLE THE HANDLE AND CRANK ASSEMBLY 1, Loosen, but do not remove, the screws, flatwashers, lockwashers, and hex nuts in the upper holes of the lower handle. See Figure 3. Right Heind Side / / Of Upper Handle\^ / Loosen, but do not remove Hex Nut washer, and hex nut) into bottom hole on right hand side of handles. DO NOT tighten until all bolts are In place. Locate crank assembly removed earlier and remove the nylon lock nut and flatwasher from the eye bolt assembly. See Figure 5.
ASSEM BLY Cotter Pin Figure 8 NOTE: If the cables have become dis connected, reinstall springs as shown in Figure 9. ASSEMBLE SNOW CHUTE 1. Remove back carriage bolt. See Figure 7. 2. Tilt chute back into operating posi tion. See Figure 8 . 3. Replace carriage bolt from inside of chute. 4. Replace flat washer and nylon lock nut on outside of flange. 5. Tighten carriage bolt securely. NOTE: Check all carriage bolts in flange for tightness. DO NOT over tighten.
ASSEM BLY 3. Position speed selector lever as sembly as shown in Figure 11. 4. Reinstall bolt, spring, washer and locknut See Figure 12, 5. Tighten locknut until 1/8 to 3/16 inch of the bolt threads protrude pas the locknut. 6. Thread the 3/8-16" hex jam nut onto the lever until the nut reaches the end of the thread. See Figure 12. 7. Thread the plastic knob as far as possible and ensure that the knob points forward. 8. Tighten the 3/8-16" hex jam nut against the knob securely. 9.
ASSEM BLY 3. Tighten the 3/8-16" hex jam nut against the knob securely. Remote Chute Control Knob 16 Hex Jam Nut Shift Bracket Control Panel Washer Locknut Exposed Thread Figure 12 REMOTE CHUTE CONTROL KNOB Figure 13 1. Thread the 3/8-16" hex jam nut onto the lever until the nut reaches the end of the thread. See Figure 13. 2. Thread the plastic knob as far as possible and ensure that the knob points forward. HEADLIGHT The headlight on your snow thrower is positioned down for packaging pur poses.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER. Compare the illustrations with your SNOW THROWER to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
OPERATION the speed you desire by moving the speed shifter lever left into the ap propriate notches on the shift lever plate: Speeds 1,2- Wet, Heavy Speed 3 - Light Speed 4 - Very Light Speed 5,6 - Transport only 2. Engage the traction drive lever (left hand). As the snow thrower starts to move, maintain a firm hold on the handles, and guide the snow throw er along the clearing path. Do not attempt to push the snow thrower. 3.
OPERATION Oil Fiji Cap/DiDstick Klick Pin Unlocked Position Single Wheei Drive NOTE; Oil level must be between full and Add mark Figure 18 Figure 17 NOTE: Make sure that the kiick pin is in the single wheel drive position of the axle only and not through the locked position. 4. Tighten the fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. NOTE: For extreme cold operating conditions of 0°F and below, use a par tial synthetic 0W30 motor oil for easier starting.
OPERATION Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent 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 leaded gasoline. Make sure that the con tainer you pour the gasoline from is clean and free from rust or other for eign particles. Never use gasoline that may be stale from long periods of storage in the container.
OPERATION COLD START 7. Push the primer button while cov ering the vent hole as follows: Re move finger from primer button between primes. 1. Be sure auger drive and traction drive levers are in the disengaged (RELEASED) position. 2. Move throttle control to"FAST' posi tion. 3. Remove the keys form the plastic bag. Insert one key into ignition slot. Make sure it snaps into place. Do not turn key. Keep the second key in a safe place. 4. Rotate choke knob clockwise to the choke ON position. 5.
OPERATION • • 2. Release the starter handle and let it snap back against the starter. If the engine still fails to start, repeat the two previous steps until the engine starts. Then continue with the direc tions for cold start. To help prevent possible freeze-up of recoil starter and engine controls, pro ceed as follows after each snow remov al job. 1. With the engine running, pull the starter rope hard with a continuous full arm stroke three or four times.
MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SERVICE RECORDS Fill In dates ae you complete regular service.
MAINTENANCE prevent rubber friction wheel con tacting the drive disc plate. 6. To grease zerk, use a hand grease gun, lubricate with a Hi Temp EP Moly grease. Fill zerk only until grease becomes visible below bear ing assembly located under grease zerk. DO NOT over fill. CAUTION: DO NOT allow grease to come in contract with the disc drive plate or friction wheel or damage will result. IMPORTANT: Remove coin and en sure that a gap exists between friction wheel and disc drive plate.
MAINTENANCE drive plate or friction wheel come in contact with grease or oil, damage to the friction wheel will result. Should grease or oil come in contact with the disc drive plate or friction wheel, be sure to clean the plate and wheel thoroughly, NOTE: For storage, the hex shaft and sprockets should be wiped with 5W30 motor oil to prevent rusting. 2. Auger Gear Box - The auger gear box is lubricated at the factory and should not require additional lubrica tion.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTM ENT WARNING: Always discon nect the spark plug wire and place It where It cannot make contact with spark plug to pre vent accidental starting when mak ing any adjustments or repairs. raise the adjustable skids. Tighten the mounting nuts. See Figure 23. NOTE: For rocky or uneven surfaces, raise the front of the snow thrower by moving the skids down. A WARNING: Be certain to maintain proper ground clearance for your particular area to be cleared.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTM ENT HOW TO CHECK AND ADJUST THE CABLES The cables are adjusted at the factory and no adjustment should be neces sary. If the cables have become stretched or are sagging adjustment will be necessary. To check for correct adjustment.disconnect the Z-fItting at the drive lever, move the drive iever to the full fonward position, just contacting the piastic bumper.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTM ENT TO REPLACE BELTS The drive belts on this snow thrower are of special construction and should be replaced with original equipment belts available from your nearest Craftsman Store. A distributor’s list is supplied in the parts manual. You will need the assistance of a sec ond person while replacing the belts. How To Remove The Auger Drive Belt If the auger drive belt is damaged, the snow thrower will not discharge snow. Replace the damaged belt as follows, 1.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTM ENT 4. Pull the traction drive idler pulley away from the traction drive belt. See Figure 30. 8. Remove the old auger drive belt. Replace the auger drive belt with an original factory replacement belt available from an authorized service center. Traction Drive Belt Auger Drive Belt 9. install the new auger drive belt onto the auger drive pulley and onto the drive pulley. Traction Drive Pulley Beit Guide 10. Adjust the auger drive belt.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTM ENT HOW TO ADJUST THE BELT GUIDE WARNING: Drain the gasoline outdoors, away from fire or flame. A 1. Disconnect spark plug wire. 2. Remove the screw. Remove the belt cover. See Figure 26. 2. Disconnect the spark plug wire. 3. Engage the auger drive lever. 3. Remove the bolts on each side of the bottom panel. See Figure 32. 4. Measure the distance between the belt guide and auger drive belt. The correct distance is 1/8 inch {3.175 mm). See Figure 31. 4.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTM ENT How To Adjust The Friction Wheel 6. Remove the three fasteners that hold the friction wheel to the hub. See Figure 35. 1, Remove wrasher and cotter pin con necting trunnion nut to speed rod. See Figure 34. Figure 35 7. Remove the four bolts that hold the bearing plates on each side of the hex shaft. See Figure 36. NOTE: Take special note of the position of the washers and retain ing ring on the hex shaft and the sprocket assembly. 2.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTM ENT new shear pin and spacer. See Figure 37. is engaged with both bearing plates and that the washers and rO' taining ring are installed in the origi nal position. See Figure 36. 4. Connect the spark plug wire. 12. Fasten the bearing plates using the four bolts removed earlier. 13. Make sure the hex shaft turns free ly14. Check the adjustment of the friction wheel. See "How To Adjust The Friction Wheel" in this section. 15.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTM ENT with oil or grease to insure easy re moval. To adjust: 1. Clean spark plug by carefully scraping the electrodes (Do not sand blast or use a wire brush). 4. Firmly tighten the spark plug in the engine. 2. Be sure spark plug is clean and free of foreign material. Check elec trodes gap with a wire feeler gauge and reset gap to 0.030“ if neces sary. See Figure 38. To Replace: 5. If a torque wrench is available, torque the plug to 18 to 23 foot pounds. Feeler Gauge 1.
STORAGE 1. To remove gasoline, run the engine WARNING; Never store your snow thrower indoors or in an enclosed, poorly venti lated area. If gasoline remains in the tank, fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light from a fur nace, water heater, clothes dryer, cigarette, etc. NOTE: To prevent engine damage (if A until the fuel tank is empty and the engine stops. 2. If you do not remove the gasoline, use fuei stabilizer suppiied with unit or purchase Craftsman Fuel Stabi lizer No. 3550.
TROUBLE SHOOTING TROUBLE CAUSE CORRECTION Difficult starting Defective spark plug. Replace spark plug. Water or dirt in fuel system. Use carburetor bowl drain to flush and refill with fresh fuel. Engine runs erratic Blocked fuel line, empty gas Clean fuel line; check fuel supply; add fresh gasoline tank, or stale gasoline Engine stalls Unit running on CHOKE. Set choke lever to RUN position. Engine runs erratic; Loss of power Water or dirt in fuel system.
