IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW A WAY
MODEL NO.
536°885471
Caution:
Read and Follow
All Safety Rules
and instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
5 HORSEPOWER
24" DUAL STAGE
FREE=WHEELING ]'RACK
SNOW THROWER
120V. ELECTRIC START
• Assembly
o Operation
o Customer Responsibilities
o Service and Adjustments
o Repair Parts
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND A
PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG
TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP,
TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS
IMPORTANT
SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE
RISK OF INJURY. YOUR SNOW THROWER IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL UNDER
ANY CIRCUMSTANCES
TRAINING
1.
2_
.
4.
Read the operator's manual carefully_ Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and the
proper use of the snow thrower. Know how to
stop the snow thrower and disengage the
controls quickly.
Never allow children to operate the snow thrower'
and keep them away while it is operating. Never
allow adults to operate the snow thrower without
proper instruction. Do not carry passengers.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pet&
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating in reverse.
PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow
thrower Is to be used and remove all doormats,
sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects+
2. Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral
before starting the engine (motor')+
3+ Do not operatethe snowthrower without wearing
adequate winter outer garments+ Wear footwear
that will improve footing on slippery surfaces+
4. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
(a) Use an approved fuel container.
(b) Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel to a
running engine or hot engine.
(c) Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care.
Never fill fuel tank indoors+
5.
(d) Replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe up
spilled fuel+
(e) Never store fuel or snow thrower with fuel in
thetank inside of a building where fumes may
reach an open flame or spark_
(f) Check fuel supply before each use, allowing
space for expansion as the heat of the engine
(motor) and/or sun can cause fuel to expand.
Use extension cords and receptacles as specified
by the manufacturer for all snow throwers with
electric drive motors or electric starting motor&
& Adjust the snow thrower height to clear gravel or
crushed rock surfaces
7_ Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
engine (motor) is running (except when
specifically recommended by the manufacturer).
8. Let engine (motor) and snow thrower adjust to
outdoor temperatures before starting to clear
snow=
9=
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation or while performing an adjustment or
repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that
may be thrown from the snow thrower
OPERATION
1. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts= Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times,
2o Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert
for hidden hazards or traffic_
3_
4_
5.
,
7_
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine
(motor), remove the wire from the spark plug,
disconnect the cord on electric motors,
thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for any
damage, and repair the damage before restarting
and operating the snow thrower_
If the snow thrower should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the (motor) and check
Immediately for the cause_ Vibration is generally
a warning of trouble.
Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the
operating position, before unclogging the auger/
impeller housing or discharge guide, and when
making any repairs, adjustments, or inspection&
When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the auger/impeller and all moving parts
have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire
and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent
accidental starting.
Take all possible precautions when leaving the
snow thrower unattended_ Disengage the auger/
impeller, shift to neutral, stop engine, and
remove key.
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SAFETY RULES
8,
Do not run the engine indoors,except when starting
the engine and for transporting the snow thrower in
or out of the building. Open the outside doors;
exhaust fumesaredangerous(containing CARBON
MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS).
9. DO not clear snow across the face of slopes
Exercise caution when changing direction on
slopes. DO not attempt to clear steep slopes,
10. Never operate the snow thrower without proper
guards, plates or other safety protective devices
in place.
11. Never operate the snow thrower near glass
enclosures, automobiles, window wells,
drop-offs, and the like wit hout proper adjustment
of the snow discharge angle. Keep children and
pets away.
12. Do not overload the machine capacity by
attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate°
13. Neveroperatethe snowthrowerat high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and
use care when backing
14. Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow
anyone in front of the snow thrower
15o Disengage power to the auger/impeller when
snow thrower is transported or not in use.
16. Use only attachments and accessories approved
by the manufacturer of the snow thrower (such
as tire chains, electric start kits, etc,),
17. Never operate the snow thrower without good
visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing,
and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk; never
run,
DISCHARGE CHUTE!
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
2_
Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent
improper tightness to be sure the snow thrower
is in safe working condition_
Never store the snow thrower with fuel in the fuel
tank inside a building where ignition sources are
present such as hot water and space heaters,
clothes dryers, and the like. Allow the engine to
cool before storing in any enclosure
3o Always refer to operator's manual instructions
for important details If the snow thrower is to be
stored for an extended period°
4. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels,
as necessary,
5. Run the snow thrower a few minutes after
throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of the auger/
impeller.
WARNING
This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks,
driveways, and other ground level surfaces.
CAUTION should be exercised while using on
steep sloping surfaces. DO NOT USE SNOW
THROWER ON SURFACES ABOVE GROUND
LEVEL such as roofs of residences, garages,
porches or other such structures or buildings.
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT
A IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. ITMEANS--ATTENTIONH! BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears
Craftsman Snow Thrower It has been designed, engi-
neered and manufactured to give you the best possible
dependability and performance
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service
Center/Department We have competent, wel!-trained
technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this
unit
Please read and retain this manual The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your snow thrower
properly Always observe the "SAFETY RULES."
MODEL
NUMBER 536 885471
SERIAL
NUMBER
DATE OF
PURCHASE
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE
FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR
OF THE SNOW THROWER HOUSING
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER
AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
HORSE POWER:
5hp
DISPLACEMENT: 10.49
cu, in.
GASOLINE CAPACITY: 2 quart
Unleaded
OIL (21 oz. Capacity): 5W30
SPARK PLUG :
(GAP .030 in.)
IVALVE CLEARANCE:
Champion
RJ19LM
Intake: .010 In,
Exhaust: .010 In.
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this
product Contact your nearest Sears Store for details
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILiTiES
e Read and observe the safety rules
e Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your snow thrower
e Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual
TWO YEAR UMITED 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 instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any
defect in material and workmanship
If this Craftsman Snow Thrower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only
90 days from the date of purchase
This warranty does not cover the following:
• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as spark plugs, drive belts and shear
pins
o Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure
to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscontained in the owner's manual
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER TO THE
NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES THIS WARRANTY
APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from
state to state
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO Department D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES ....................................... 2,3
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ..................... 4
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .......4,17-19
WARRANTY ........................................................... 4
TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................. 5
INDEX ............................................... 5
ASSEMBLY ....................................................... 6-9
OPERATION ....................................... 10-1 6
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19-26
STORAGE ........................... 27
TROUBLE SHOOTING ..................... 28
REPAIR PARTS (SNOW THROWER) 29-39
REPAIR PARTS (ENGINE) ..... 40-43
PARTS OR,DERING/SERVlCE 44
INDEX
A
Adjustment:
Auger ..................... 21
Belt .................... 21
Belt Guide ........... 23
Cable ........................... 21
Carburetor ..................... 26,27
Friction Wheel .............. 23
Spark Plug ....................... 26
Track ................................ 25
Traction and Auger ........ 21
Assembly:
Crank Assembly .......... 8
Shifter Lever ....................................... 9
Skid Height Adjustment ........ 7,29
Unpacking ....................... 7
B
Belts:
Adjust Belts ........... 21
Belt Guide Adjustment .......... 23
Replace Belts ..................... 22,23
C
Cables, Clutch ...................... 7, 9, 21
Carburetor: ............................ 26, 27
Choke ......................... 10, 11, 14,15
Clutch, Levers ............................ 10, 11
Controls:
Engine ................. 10. 11, 13, 14,15
Snow Thrower ....... 10
Crank:
Adjusting Rod .......... 8
Assembly ............... 8
Operation ..................... t 1
Customer Responsibilities 4.17-19
Agreement ................... 4
Auger Gear Box ....................... 19
Auger Shaft ........................... 18
Engine ......................................... 18
General Recommendations .... 17
Hex Shaft and Gears ......... 19
Spark Plug ....................... 19
Weight Transfer System .... 18
D
Drive, Auger ........... 11
Drive, Traction ............ 1t
Deflector, Snow Chute 11
E
Engine:
Control .... 10, 11, 13, 14,15
Oil Cap .......... 13,19
Oil Change .............. 19
Oil Level t3, 19
Oil Type 4. !3. 19
Speed Governor 26
Starting 14.15
Electric 14
Recoi 15
Storage 27
F
Free-Whee Tract,. 12
Fuel, Type 4. 13
Fuel, Storage. 13.26
Friction Wheel:
Adjuslmen_ 23
Replacemen; . 24
G
Gears:
Auger Gear Box 19
Hex Shaft 19
H
Handle Upper ana Lower . .8
Height Adjust Skids 7.20
Hex Shaft 19
I
Ignition, Key 10. 11 13. 14.15
Index 5
L
Levers:
Auger Drive Clutch 7.9.10. 11.2"
Choke 10 11 13. 14.15
Shifter g. 10
ThrottleContro .10 11.13.!4.15
Traction Drive Cfutcll 7.9. 10. 11.21
LJbdcation:
Auger Gear Box 19
Auger Shaft 19
Chart . 17
Disc Drive Plate 18
Engine 13 19
Hex Shaft and Gears 19
Weight Transfer St s_err 15.18
O
Oil:
Engine ............ 4, 13, 19
Extreme Cold Weather .......... 13,19
Storage ............... 27
Type .... 4, 13, 19
Operation:
Engine Controls !0.11, 13,14,15
Free-Wheel. Track .......... 12
Operating Snow Thrower ...........
.................. 11, 12, 14,15
Operating Tips ........... 16
Starting the Engine 14.15
Electric 14
Recoil ..... 15
Snow Thrower Controls 10-12
Weight Transfer Syslem 12
P
Parts ......... 29-43
Primer Button .. 10. 11 13.14, t5
R
RepaidReplacement Paris 29-43
Replacements:
Auger Shear Bolt 25
Belts ............ 22.23
Friction Wheel 24
Safety Rules ....... 2.3
Service and Adjustments:
Auger Housing Height 7.20
Auger Shear Bolt 25
Belts .... 21_23
Beit Guide 23
Belt Replacements 21-23
Cable 7, 9.21
Carburetor 26, 27
Friction Wheel 23.24
Spark Plug 26
Track ........ 25
Spark Plug 19.26
Specifications .4
Speed Governor 26
Starting timeEngine 14,15
Stopping the Engine 11 14 15
Stopping the Snow Throwe_ 11
Shipping Carton 6, 7
Skid Height 7 20
Shifter Lever 9-10
Shear Bolts 25
Storage __ 27
Table of Contents. 5
Trouble Shooting ChaT1 28
Tools for Assembly 6
Traction Drive Bell 21 23
Track Adjustment .. 25
W
Warranty , 4
Weight Transfer System 12 18
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS OF PARTS BAG
"2 - Spare Shear Bolts
(1/4-20 x 1-3/4 In )
OF HARDWARE PACK
"2 - Spare Spacers "2- Spare 1/4_20Hex Nuts
1 - Knob with Threads
"Non-Assembly Parts
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1 - Owner's manual
1 -Starter Motor Cord
Parts packed separately in carton (not shown full size)
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1 - Parts Bag
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1- container 5W30 oil
2 - Ignition Keys (Attached to engine in plastic bag)
1 - Crank Assembly
THiS SNOW THROWER HAS A TRACK DRIVE SYSTEM EQUIPPED TO GIVE
YOU FREE-WHEELING CAPABILITY
If your snow thrower must be moved without the aid of the engine, it will be easier to pull the snow thrower
backward by the handles, rather than pushing For details on how to use the free-wheeling capability, see the
Track Drive/Free-Wheel Feature paragraph in the Operation section of this manual
On start up, the track drive system may be tight but will loosen up as the snow thrower is used After first use, check the
track for tension and adjust if necessary See the Track Adjustment paragraph in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual Check track adjustment and fasteners regularly
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ASSEMBLY
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
I - Knife (to cut carton and plastic ties)
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
Figure I shows the snow thrower in the shipping position
Figure 2 shows the snowthrower completely assembled
Reference to the right and left hand side of the snow
thrower is from the operator's position at the handle
TO REMOVE SNOW THROWER
FROM CARTON (See Fig. 1)
@ Locate and remove container of 5W30 oil
e Locate the crank assembly and place the assembly
aside
O Remove and discard the packing material lrom
around the snow thrower
O Cut all four corners of the carton from top to bottom
and lay the panels flat
@ Roll the snowthrower off the carton by pulling on the
lower handle CAtJTION: DO NOT back over cables
@ Remove the packing material from the upper and
lower handle assembly
@ Cut ties securing the clutch control cables to the lower
handle and lay cables back away Irom the motor
frame
NOTE: The drive system may be tight when you first use
your snow thrower, It loosens up as you use it
@ To complete upper handle installation and install
chute crank assembly, see To Install The Upper
Handle and Crank Assembly paragraph on page 8
NOTE: If the cables have become disconnected from the
clutch levers, reinstall the cables as shown in Fig 3 and
3A
4" LG FREE
STATE 3" LG FREE
/ STATE
TRACTION \ / ,'_ AUGER
DRIVE\ _ _ / // /DRIVE
sP°,NO\ ;pR,NO
DR,VE --" / y_j DR,VE
SPR,N -. t ;P,,NG
LEVE. CASLE
FIG, 3A
LOWER ANDLE
CONTRO_PANEL
i
t
CLUTCH
UPPER
HANDLE
ASSEMBLY
FIG. 1
LEVER
CRANK ASSEMBLY
FIG, 2
"Z" FITI'ING
DRIVE
LEVER
FIG. 3
CAUTION: IF YOU ARE REMOVING
SNOW FROM ANY ROCKY OR UNEVEN
SURFACE, RAISE THE FRONT OF THE
SNOW THROWER BY MOVING THE
SKIDS DOWN. THIS WILL HELP TO PREVENT
ROCKS AND OTHER DEBRIS FROM BEING
PICKED UP AND THROWN BY THE AUGER
ASSE LY
HOW TO SET UP YOUR SNOW
THROWER
O
Your snow thrower is equipped with height adjust
skids (See Fig 2) on the outside of the auger
housing To adjust the skid height for different
conditions, see To Adjust Skid Height paragraph on
page 18
TO INSTALL THE UPPER HANDLE
AND CRANK ASSEMBLY
@ Remove the screws, fiatwashers, Iockwashers, and
hex nuts securing the shifter plate in the lower holes
of the lower handle and move shift lever to 3rd gear
(See Fig 4A)
@ Loosen, but do not remove, the screws, flatwashers,
Iockwashers, and hex nuts in the upper holes of the
lower handle
o
o
Raise upper handle into operating position Upper
handle should be to the outside of the lower handle
arrd shitter plate to the inside
Replace the right hand screw, flatwasher, Iockwasher,
and hex nut through the handle arrd shifter plate Do
not tighten until all bolts are in place
NOTE: Unless you have the assistance of another per-
son, it may be easier to install one side of the handle at a
time
@ Remove the 3/8" nylon Iocknut and flatwasher from
the eye bolt assembly (on the chute crank assembly
removed earlier) Check to make sure the two 3/8"
jam nuts are tight The jam nuts should be 2 75 inches
from the end of the eye bolt (See Fig 4B)
O Install eye bolt through lower hole inthe left hand side
of the handle and shifter plate (See Fig 4B)
O install the 3/8" fiatwasher and the 3/8" nylon Iocknut
loosely on the eye bolt as shown in FIG 4B
O Tighten nut on eye bolt installed earlier, keeping eye
in line with the rod while tightening the inside securely
e Carefully remove cotter pin, clevis pin and drilled pin
from yoke end of crank rod assembly
O Place universal joint into end of worm gear lining up
large holes Insert drilled pin (ensure opening in pin
is in line with small openings in universal joint)
o
Place yoke end of crank rod around universal joint,
lining up openings, Insert clevis pin through assem-
bly and secure with cotter pin Spread ends of cotter
pin to lock in place
O Tighten the screw, flatwasher, Iockwasher arrd hex
nut at the lower right hand hole (See Fig 4A)
NOTE: Make sure the cables are not caught between the
upper and lower handle
O Tighten two upper handle bolts
UPPER
5/16" HEX
11/32' FLATWASHEB
BLACK 16 X 2-3/4
CAP BOLT
5/16" 'SHIFTER
LOCKWASHER PLATE
FIGo 4A
UPPER ADJUST NUTS TO
HANDLE _ MOVE EYE BOLT IN
"'4
OUT
EYE
CLON
LOCKNUT
3/8"
BOOT
FLATWASHER
ADAPTER
3/8"
FLATWASHER
FIG. 4B
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CLEVIS PIN TER PIN
UNllVERSAL JOINT
CRANK ROD
ASSEMBLY
DRILLED PIN
FIG. 5
O Check chute crank rod assembly for proper opera-
tion Rotate the chute crank fully clockwise and fully
counter-clockwise Discharge chute should rotate
fully to the left and fully to the right without tile chute
crank binding
NOTE: Be sure the crank does not touch the side of the
engine orthe cover will be scratched
ASS LY
TO INSTALLSHIFTER LEVER KNOB
@ Thread the shifter lever knob onto the threaded end
of the shifter lever until it is snug against the hex nut
and the lip is pointed toward the engine Tighten the
hex nut against the bottom of the shift lever knob (See
Fig 6 )
SHIFT RKNOB
\
NUT
"SHIFTER
LEVER
FIG, 6
TO CHECK/ADJUST CLUTCH
CONTROL CABLES
The control cables, Fig 7, attached to the auger clutch
lever and traction clutch lever may need to be adjusted
before you use your snow thrower
For instructions on checking or adjusting the control
cables, see ToAdjust Clutch Conlrol Cables paragraph on
page 21
TRACTION CLUTCH
LEVER
AUGER CLUTCH
LEVER
ON
CONTROLCABLRS
FIG. 7
OFF
ON
,# CHECKLIST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW
SNOW THROWER, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU
RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND
SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST
,( All assembly instructions have been completed
,/ The discharge chute rotates freely
,/ No remaining loose parts in carton
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW
THROWER, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE
FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS
€',/ Engine oil is at proper level
7,/" Make sure gas tank is filled properly wilh clean fresh
unleaded gasoline
,/,f Become familiar with afl controls-their location and
function Operate controls before starting engine
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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
AUGER DRIVE
LEVER TRACTIONDRIVE
PRIMERBUTTON
STARTER
CRANK
ASSEMBLY
SPEED
LEVER
WEIGHT
PEDAL
CHUTE
DEFLECTOR
IL
STARTER
HANDLE
CHuTIHOKECON_
HEIGHT ADJUST SKIDS
FIG. 8
SEARS FREE-WHEELING SNOW THROWERS conform to the safety standards of the American National
Standards Institute B71 3-1984
AUGER DRIVE LEVER - Starts and stops the auger and
impeller (snow gathering and throwing)
TRACTION DRIVE LEVER - Propels the snow thrower
forward and in reverse
SPEED SHIFTER LEVER- Selects the speed of the snow
thrower (6 speeds forward and 2 speeds reverse)
CRANK ASSEMBLY - Changes the direction of snow
throwing through the discharge chute
CHUTE DEFLECTOR - Changes the distance the
snow is thrown
DISCHARGE CHUTE - Changes the height arrd direction
the snow is thrown,
KLICK PIN - Changes the track drive from normal to free-
wheel drive, which allows the unit to be transported easily
without the engine being started
WEIGHT TRANSFER PEDAL - When engaged (by lifting
up on the upper handle) it helps keep the snow thrower in
contact with the ground, and reduces ride up on ice and
hard-packed snow When released (by pushing down on
weight transfer pedal with the ball of your foot), it eases
steering of the snow thrower
HEIGHT ADJUST SKIDS - Adjusts the ground cIearance
of the auger housing
IGNITION KEY - Must be inserted to start the engine
RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Starts the engine manu-
ally
CHOKE CONTROL - Used to start a cold engine
PRIM ER BUTTON - Injects fuel directly into thecarburetor
manifold for fast starts in cold weather
THROTTLE CONTROL - Controls the engine speed
ELECTRIC STARTER BUTTON- Used to start tile engine
using the 120 V electric starter
OPERATnON
The operation of any snow thrower can result inforeign objects being thrown into the
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields while operating the snow thrower
We recommend standard safety glasses available at SEARS Retail Store or Service
Center
HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW
THROWER
TO STOP YOUR SNOW THROWER
@ To stop throwing snow, release the auger drive
lever (See Fig 11)
@ To stopthe track, release the traction drive lever (See
Fig 11)
¢ To stop the engine, push the throttle control lever to
off and pull out the ignition key (See Fig 10)
NOTE: DO NOT turn key,
TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE
@ Turn the crank assembly to set the direction of the
snow throwing
@ Loosen the wing knob on the chute deflector and
move the deflector to set the distance Move the
deflector UP for more distance, DOWN for less dis-
tance Then tighten the wing knob (Fig 9)
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
@ Toshift, releasethetractiondriveleverandmove the
speed shifter lever to the speed you desire Ground
speed is determined by snow conditions
@ Select the speed you desire by moving the speed
shifter lever into the appropriate area on the
control panel
Speeds 1,2 - Wet, Heavy, Extra Deep
Speed 3 - Moderate
Speed 4, 5 - Very Light
Speed 6 - Transport only
@ Engage the traction drive lever (See Fig 11, left
hand) As the snow thrower starts to move, maintain
a firm hold on the handles, and guide the snow
thrower along the clearing path Do not attempt to
push the snow thrower
@ To move the snow thrower backward, move the
speed shifter lever into first or second reverse and
engage the traction drive lever (left hand)
IMPORTANT: NEVER MOVE THE SPEED SHIFTER
LEVER WHILE THE TRACTION LE-
VER IS DOWN
TO THROW SNOW
0 Push down the auger drive lever (See Fig 11, right
hand)
@ Release to stop throwing snow
CHOKE
CONTROL
WING KNOB
FIG. 9
THROTTLE
CONTROL
FIGo 10
STARTER
HANDLE
TRACTION DRIVE
LEVER
OFF,__
DN :_ T;21"22
LEFT
HAND
AUGER DRIVE
_] ON
RIGHT
HAND
FIGo11
CAUTION: READ OWNER'S MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE,
NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE TOWARD
BYSTANDERS. STOP THE ENGINE BE-
FORE UNCLOGGING DISCHARGE
CHUTE OR AUGER HOUSING AND BE-
FORE LEAVING THE MACHINE,
OPERATION
TO USE WEIGHT TRANSFER SYSTEM
In hard packed or heavy snow conditions, conventional
snow throwers tend to rideup and leave uneven mounds
of snow behind For these conditions, your new tracked
snow thrower has a unique weight transfer system (See
Fig 12) designed to minimize ride-up
The weight transfer system engaged shifts more weight
to the auger housing This weight transfer keeps the
snow thrower in contact with the ground and reduces
ride-up on ice and snow
In lighter snow conditions or when transporting, you
should release the weight transfer system for easier
steering
O To use the weight transfer system, lift up on upper
handle until bracket bolts snap into place in upper
slots of weight transfer pedal
O To release, hold upper handle firmly and push down
on the weight transfer pedal with the ball of your foot
NOTE: The weight transfer system will not work if the
auger housing height adjust skids are adjusted to the
highest position
TRACK DRIVE/FREE-WHEEL FEATURE
The track system on your snow thrower has a drive/free-
wheel feature (See Fig 12A) which allows the unit to be
transpoded easily without the engine being started
O To use free-wheeling, lift up the loop of the klick pin
inthe fronttrack wheel and pullthe pin out Installthe
pin through the hole in the shaft outside of the track
wheel Repeat on the opposite side of the unit
O To use normal drive, lift the loop of the klick pin from
the outside hole in the shaft Rotate the front track
wheel until the hole in the track wheel hub and the
outside hole in the shaft are in-line Place pinthrough
the hole inthetrack hub Repeat on the opposite side
of the unit
NOTE: If unit does not move when engine is started,
check the pin locations Pins on both sides of unit should
be in the normal drive position for unit to move
UPPER HANDLE
(Lift up here) '
WEIGHT TRANSFER
PEDAL UPPER SLOT
DRIVE WHEEL
KLIC I
FIG.12
FREE WHEEL
FIG.12A
O ERATBON
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
FILL OIL:
This snow thrower was shipped with a container of 5W30
motor oil. This oil must be added to the engine before
operating Remove the oiltill cap/dipstick and fill the crank
case to FULL line on dipstick (21 ounces) (See Fig 13)
NOTE: Engine may already contain some residual oil
Check frequently when filling the crankcase_ Do not
over-fill.
Tighten the fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check
the oil level,
NOTE: Oil must be changed after the first 2 hours of
operation to extend engine life
For extreme cold operating conditions of O°Fand below.
use a partial synthetic OW30 motor oil for easier starting
OIL FILL CAP/DIPSTICK
AND ADD MARK
FIG.13
FILL GAS:
Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded grade auto-
motive gasoline Be sure that the container you pour the
gasoline from isclean and free from rust or other foreign
particles Never use gasoline that may be stale from long
periods of storage in the container
NOTE: S,AE, 5W-30 motor oil may be used to make
starting easier in areas where the temperature is 20° F
or lower
WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or those using ethanol or methanol)
can attract moisture which leads to separation and forma-
tion of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the
fuel system of an engine while in storage
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage for 30 days or longer Start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty Use the carburetor bowl drain to empty residual
gasoline from the float chamber (Fig 39) Use fresh fuel
next season (See Storage instructions on page 27 for
additional information )
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur
_ AUTION: GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE
AND CAUTION MUST BE USED WHEN
HANDLING OR STORING IT
DO NOT FILL FUEL TANK WHILE SNOW
THROWER IS RUNNING, WHEN IT IS HOT, OR
WHEN SNOW THROWER IS IN AN ENCLOSED
AREA.
KEEP AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME OR AN ELEC-
TRICAL SPARK AND DO NOT SMOKE WHILE
FILLING THE FUEL TANK.
NEVER FILL THE TANK COMPLETELY. FILL
THE TANK TO WITHIN 1/4"- 1/2" FROMTHE TOP
TO PROVIDE SPACE FOR EXPANSION OF FUEL
ALWAYS FILL FUEL TANK OUTDOORS AND
USE A FUNNEL OR SPOUT TO PREVENT SPILL°
ING.
MAKE SURE TO WIPE UP ANY SPILLED FUEL
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
STORE GASOLINE IN A CLEAN, APPROVED
CONTAINER AND KEEP THE CAP IN PLACE ON
THE CONTAINER.
13
OPERATION
TO STOP ENGINE
e To stop engine, move the throttle control lever to
STOP position and remove key Keep the key in a
safe place The engine will not start without the key
TO START ENG[NE (Electric Starter)
Be sure that the engine has sufficient oil The snow
thrower engine is equipped with a 120 volt A C electric
starter and recoil starter Before starting the engine, be
certain that you have read the following informalion:
COLD START (Electric start) (See Fig. 14)
e Be sure the auger drive and traction drive levers are
in the disengaged RELEASED position
O Move the throttle control to RUN position
e Remove the keys from the plastic bag Insert one
key into the ignition slot Be sure itsnaps into place
DO NOT TURN KEY Keep the second key in a safe
place
e Rotate the choke knob to FULL choke position
O Connect the power cord to the switch box on the
engine
e Plug the other end of the power cord into a three-
hole, grounded 120 volt AC receptacle
@ Push the primer button while coveringthe vent hole
as follows: (Remove finger from primer button be-
tween primes)
Do not prirne if temperature is above 50°F
Two times if temperature is 50°F to 15°F
Four times if temperature is below 15°F
e Push down on the starter button until the engine
starts Do not crank for more than 10 seconds at a
time This electric starter is thermally protected If
overheated it will stop automatically and can be
restarted only when it has cooled to a safe tempera-
ture (a wait of about 5 to 10 minutes is required)
@ When the engine starts, release the starter button
and slowly rotate the choke to OFF position If the
engine falters, rotate the choke to FULL and then
gradually to OFF
O Disconnect the power cord from the receptacle first
and then from the switch box on engine
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes
because the engine will not develop full power until it
reaches operating temperature
e Run the engine at full throttle RUN when throwing
snow
PRIMER ELECTRIC
CHOKE BUTI'ON STARTER
CONTROL
BUTTON
IGNITION RECOIL
KEY STARTER
THROTTLE CONTROL
FIG.14
CAUTION: THIS STARTER IS
EQUIPPED WITH A THREE-WIRE
POWER CORD AND PLUG AND IS
DESIGNED TO OPERATE ON 120
VOLT AC HOUSEHOLD CURRENT., IT MUST
BE PROPERLY GROUNDED AT ALL TIMES TO
AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCK, WHICH MAY BE INJURIOUS TO OP-
ERATOR., FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY AS SET FORTH IN THE "TO START
ENGINE" SECTION. DETERMINE THAT YOUR
HOUSE WIRING IS ATHREE-WIRE GROUNDED
SYSTEM. ASK A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN IF
YOU ARE NOT SURE IF YOUR HOUSE WIRE
SYSTEM IS NOT A THREE-WIRE SYSTEM, DO
NOT USE THIS ELECTRIC STARTER UNDER
ANY CONDITIONS. IF YOUR SYSTEM IS
GROUNDED AND A THREE-HOLE RECEP-
TACLE IS NOT AVAILABLE AT THE POINT
YOUR STARTER WILL NORMALLY BE USED,
ONE SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY A LICENSED
ELECTRICIAN.
WHEN CONNECTING 120 VOLT AC POWER
CORD, ALWAYS CONNECT THE CORD TO
THE SWITCH BOX ON THE ENGINE FIRST,
THEN PLUG THE OTHER END INTO THE
THREE-HOLE GROUNDED RECEPTACLE.
WHEN DISCONNECTING POWER CORD, AL-
WAYS UNPLUG THE END IN THE THREE-HOLE
GROUNDED RECEPTACLE FIRST.
14
0 ERATJON
CAUTION: NEVER RUN ENGINE IN-
DOORS OR INENCLOSED, POORLY
VENTILATED AREAS. ENGINE EX-
HAUST CONTAINS CARBON MON-
OXIDE, AN ODORLESS AND DEADLY GAS.
KEEP HANDS, FEETI HAIR AND LOOSE
CLOTHING AWAY FROM ANY MOVING PARTS
ON ENGINE AND SNOW THROWER.
WARNING: TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND
NEARBY AREAS MAY EXCEED 150': F. AVOID
THESE AREAS.
DO NOTALLOW CHILDREN OR YOUNG TEEN-
AGERS TO OPERATE OR BE NEAR SNOW
THROWER WHILE IT IS OPERATING.
TO STOP ENGINE
@ To stop engine, move the throttle control lever to
STOP position and remove key Keep tile key in a
safe place The engine will not start without the key
TO START ENGINE
Be sure that the engine has sufficient oil Before starting
the engine, be certain that you have read the following
information:
COLD START (Recoil Start) (See Fig. 14A)
@ Be surethe augerdrive and the traction drive levers
are in the disengaged RELEASED position
@
@
e
o
@
@
Move the throttle control to RUN position
Push the key into the ignition slot found in parts
page Be sure it snaps into place DO NOT TURN
KEY Place extra key in a safe place
Rotate choke control to FULL choke position
Press the primer button in cold weather Press
two or three times, while keeping your finger over
the vent hole on the primer button Release finger
between primes Additional priming may be neces
sary for the first start ifthe temperature isbelow 15':'
F Do not prime if tem-perature is above 50° F
Pull the starter handle rapidly Do not allow the
handle to snap back, but allow it to rewind slowly
while keeping a firm hold on the starter handle
As the engine warms up and begins to operate
evenly, rotate the choke knob slowly to OFF
position Ifthe engine falters, return to FULL choke,
then slowly move to OFF choke position
NOTE: Before using the snow thrower, allow the engine
to warm up for a few minutes because the engine will not
develop full power until itreaches operating temperature
@ Run the engine at or near the top speed when
throwing snow
PRIMER
CHOKE BUTTON -_'J U_,_
IGNI_/I) STARTER
KEY / HANDLE
THROTTLE CONTROL
FIG. 14A
WARM START
If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown, rotate
choke to OFF instead of FULL and do not push Ihe primer
button
FROZEN STARTER
If the starter is frozen and will not turn engine,
e Pull as much rope out of the starter as possible
@ Release the starter handle and lel il snap back
against the starter
If the engine still fails to start, repeat until it starts
To help prevent possible freeze-up of recoil starter and
engine controls, proceed as follows after each snow
removal job
@ With the engine running, pull the starter rope hard
with a continuous full arm stroke three or four times
Pulling of starter rope will produce a loud clattering
sound This is not harmful to the engine or starter
@ With the engine not running, wipe all snow and
moisture from the carburetor cover in area of control
levers Also move throttle control, choke control and
starter handle several times
15
OPERATIO
SNOW THROWING TiPS
o
For maximum snow thrower efficiency in removing
snow, adjust ground speed, NEVER the throttle Go
slower in deep, freezing or wet snow If the track
slips, reduce forward speed The engine isdesigned
to deliver maximum performance at full throttle and
should be run at this power setting at all times
@ Most efficient snow throwing is accomplished when
the snow is removed immediately after it falls
@ For complete snow removal, slightly overlap each
path previously taken Use more overlap in deep
snow to prevent overloading
O The snow should be discharged down wind when-
ever possible
O
For normal usage, set the skids so that the scraper
bar is 1/8" above the skids For extremely hard-
packed snow surfaces, adjust the skids upward so
that the scraper bar touches the ground
o
On gravel or crushed rock surfaces, set the skids at
1-1/4" below the scraper bar (see To Adjust Skid
Height paragraph on page 20) Stones and gravel
must not be picked up and thrown by the machine
O If the front of the snow thrower has a tendency to
raise, reduce the ground speed and engage the
weight transfer system
@ After the snow throwing job has been completed,
allow the engine to idle for a few minutes, which will
melt snow and accumulated ice off the engine
O Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use
O Remove ice and snow accumulation and all debris
from the entire snow thrower, and flush with water (if
possible) to remove all salt or other chemicals Wipe
snow thrower dry
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RE-
A OVE ANY ITEM THAT MAY BECOME
LODGED IN AUGER WITHOUT TAKING
THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS:
e RELEASE AUGER DRIVE AND TRACTION
DRIVE LEVERS.
e MOVE THROTTLE LEVER TO STOP POSI-
TION.
• REMOVE (DO NOT TURN) IGNITION KEY
e DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE
e DO NOT PLACE YOUR HANDS IN THE
AUGER OR DISCHARGE CHUTE USE A
PRY BAR,
16
SERVICE RECORDS
Fill in dates as you com-
plete regular service
SCHEDULE
,,,,, ,.,,,,, ,,, ,,,,,, ,,,,,, ,,,,,,
After Before Every Every
First 2 Each As 10 25 Each Before
hours Use Needed Hours Hours Seasor Storage
CheckEngineOilLevel
Change Engine Oil
Tighten ALlScrewsandNuts
CheckTractionClutchCable
Adjustment (See Cable Adjustment)
Replace Spark Plug
Adjust DriveBelts
LubricateAll PivotPoints
Lubricate Auger Shaft (See Shear
BoltReplacement)
DrainFuel
Check Auger ClutchCable
Adjustment (See Cable Adjustment)
Lubricate Disc Drive Plate Zerk
!t ,
v"
SERVICE
DATES
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items
that have been subjected to operator abuse or negli-
gence, To receive full value from the warranty, operator
must maintain snow thrower as instructed in this manual
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your snow thrower
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section
of this manual should be checked at least once each
season,
AFTER FIRST USE
O Check the tracks for tension and adjust if necessary
(See To Adjust Track paragraph on page 25)
e Check the track adjustment and fasteners regularly
e Be sure that all fasteners are tight
AS REQUIRED
The following adjustments should be performed more
than once each season
e
G
Auger and Track Drive Belts should beadjusted alter
the first 2 hours of use and again alter 25 hours and
at the beginning of each season See To Adjust Belts
paragraph on page 21
All screws and nuts should be checked oftento make
sure they are tight, preferably after each use
LUBRICATION CHART
i,, , t i i , t ,i ,,,i
Lubricate Disc
Drive Plate zerk
with a HI-Temp
Moty EP grease,
Lubricate auger shaft,
Coat with a clinging
type grease such as
Lubriplate
17
AFTSMAN 24" SNOW THROWER 536.885471
,, 'H I,,
lIVE COMPONENTS REPAIR PARTS
2
4O
15
8 10
42
26
tEE
,IO. PART NO,
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
579941
313853
137185
313919
579937
11871
1502
583164
583206
583155
85501
73812
73811
580969
49562
580970
580961
580965
1084
120380
180020
334163
PART NAME
Lever Assembly, Traction Clutch
Bearing, Flange
Pin, Cotter
Spring, Return
Lever, Spring Traction Clutch
Screw, HHC, 1/4-20 x 5/8 In
Nut, Hex, 1/4-20 Thd
Disc, Friction Wheel, 7"
Zerk Grease
Shaft, Hex Traction
Bearing Assembly, Trunion
Flatwasher, 50 x 1 00 x .06
Ring, Retainer
Flatwasher, .680 x 112 x 06
Bearing, Roller
Key, Square
Pulley, Traction Drive
Wave Washer
Flatwasher, 281x1.00x.063
Lockwasher, Split 26 x 50 x 06
Screw, HHC, 1/4-20 x 5/8 In
Bearing & Retainer Assembly ..
REF,
NO. PART NO. PART NAME
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
35497
120638
579858
331112
73811
85501
73812
581773
313883
11871
120380
120375
579858
334163
35497
120638
334163
35497
579893
334163
35497
579867
Screw, WaTap, 5/16-18 x 1/2 In
Lockwasher, Split, 31 x .58 x 08
Washer, Special
Shaft Hex & Sprocket Assembly
Retaining Ring
Bearing, Trunion
Flatwasher, _505xl 00x 06
Hub, Friction Wheel
Wheel, Friction Disc
Screw, 1/4-20x.63
Washer, Regsptlk 263x 49x 07
Nut, 1/4-20 Reghex
Washer, Sp 502x 75x 0605
Bearing & Retainer Assy
Screw, WaTap, 5/16-18xl 2 In
Lockwasher, Split 31x58x 08
Bearing & Retainer Assy
Screw, WaTap, 51/6-18xl/2 In
Sprocket, 8 Tooth, Assembly
Bearing & Retainer Assy
Screw, WaTap 5/16-18xl/2 In
Chain, Roller #42
313995E
,,,,,,
CRAFTSMAN 24" SNOW THROWER 536.885471
RER. RE]-,
NO. PART NO. PART NAME NO. PART NO. PART NAME
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
10577
10576
180020
46931
303008
9344
9566
50304
9346
581389
Case, Gear Box R H
Case, Gear Box LH
Screw, HHC, 1/4-20x3/4 In
Locknut, Wd FI, 5/16-24 Thd
Nut, Hex Keps, 1/4-20 Thd
Screw, WaTap, 3/8-16xl/2 In,
Seal, Oil
Bearing, Flange
Flatwasher, 752xl 24x09
Shaft, Auger, 24 In
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
51279
51405
431787
5O221
583125
580295
454565
313828
585598-830
Gasket, Gear Case
Gear, Worm
Key, Woodruff #61
Bearing, Flange
Shaft, Worm impeller
Collar, Thrust
Pin, Spring
Bearing, Roll
Impeller Assembly
313996,_
CRAFTSMAN 24" SNOW THROWER 536.884571
AUGER HOUSING REPAIR PARTS
.14 7 5
///'_! I 19 /'
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! 1_3115,;.
REF, REE
NO. PART NO. PART NAME NO. PART NO. PART NAME
1 583124
2 577400
3 71371
4 583219
5 582960
6 180077
7 120393
8 120638
9 120376
10 333908-8541
11 581397-830
12 3809
13 120392
14 120380
15 120375
16 581645-830
Pulley, Auger Drive
Screw, Set, 5/16-18 x 1/2 In
Key, Square
Spacer, Sleeve, 676xl 00x 52
Ball Bearing Retainer
Screw, 5/16-18x3/4 In
Flatwasher, 11/32 In
Lockwasher, Split, 5/16 In
Nut, 5/16-18 Thd
Housing, Auger Assembly
Blade, Scraper, 24 lrr
Bolt, Carriage, 1/4-20 x 5/8 In
Flatwasher, 9/32 x 5/8 In
Lockwasher, Split, 1/4 In
Nut, Hex, 1/4-26 Thd
Auger, Assembly LH
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
318532-830
9524
3943
1502
9517
8619
9357
305938-854
305939-854
323825
1161
70993
49562
180120
120382
584809
Auger, Assembly RH
Screw, HHC, 1/4-20xl-3/4 In
Spacer, Sleeve, 250x 47x20
Locknut, 1/4-20 Thd
Bearing, Flange
Nut, Wd Fl, 5/16-18 Thd
Screw, Wa, 5/16-18x3/4 In
Plate, Auger Side LH
Plate, Auger Side RH
Bolt, Carriage,1/4-20x 75
Skid, Height Adjust
Bolt, Carriage, 5/16-18x3/4 In
Bearing
Screw, 3/8-16x 75
Washer; Regsptlk
Hub, Brake Arm
,,IH
313997H
CRAFTSMAN 24" SNOW THROWER 536.885471
DISCHARGE CHUTE REPAIR PARTS
2-_
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16
12
REF.
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
:_:....
PART NO.
307665
308931
58208
3O2680
1498
302843
302680
13527
120376
585414
302843
120393
71038
585214-853
180020
120392
1502
585194
585193
PART NAME
Upper Chute Deflector
Wire, Chute Hinge
Screw, SItMa, 5/16-18 x 3/4 In.
Flatwasher, 312 x 73 x 065
Locknut, Hex, 5/16-18 3hd.
Bolt, Carr, 5/16-18x1-1/41n.
Flatwasher, 312x.73x.065
Knob, Tee
Nut, Hex, 5/16-18 Thd
Lower Chute
Screw, HHC, 1/4-20 x 1/2 In
Flatwasher, .344 x .69 x 065
Nut, 5/16-18 Hexnyt
Collar, Chute Rectangular
Screw, 1/4-20 x .75
Flatwasher, 281x 63x.065
Nut, 1/4-20 Reghexctrlk
Retainer, Ring Inner
Retainer, Ring Outer
334214A
CRAFTSMAN 24" SNOW THROWER 536.885471
TRACK ASSEMBLY REPAIR PARTS
26-- -_ /
_----_-'_.""">___ 1_ 3!0 .--_/_'_"_Y_-_.
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30 . /_.- _..._ .,. 51,.
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17" 1_6'i5
REE REE
NO. PART NO. PART NAME NO. PART NO. PART NAME
1 581119
2 581170
3 73839
4 1502
5 58173O
6 579868
7 580635-853
8 313912
9 316863
10 180020
11 46931
12 580764
13 580903
14 580047
15 73840
16 239
17 322424
18 580877
Shaft, Axle TractdComp 20"
Sprocket, Hub
Screw, HHC, 1/4-20x2-1/4 In
Nut, Hex Nyl, 1/4-20 Thd
Rearing, Flange
Chain, Roller
Plate, Track Drive
Spring, Drive Idler
Bearing, Track
Screw, HHC, !/4-20x3/4 In
Locknut, Wd FI, t/4-20 Thd
Spacer, Plastic 755xl 20x 410
Sprocket, Track Drive Compact
Track, 4" WD x 15 Pitch
Flatwasher, 765xl 12x 06
Ring, Retaining
Pin, Klick
Shaft, Idler 43" Track
19 579597
20 580906
21 302847
22 580638-853
23 580637-853
24 310169
25 580657-853
26 6001
27 120638
28 120376
29 580654
30 120394
31 45171
32 302618
33 120392
34 580634
35 1502
Flatwasher, 656xl 31x07
Wheel
Pin, Cotter
Bracket, Weight Transfer, LH
Bracket, Weight Transfer, RH
Screw, Wah Tap, 1/4-20x5/8 In
Pedal, Weight Transfer
Bolt, Shoulder, 5/t6-18 Thd
Lockwasher, Split, 31x 58x 08
Nut, Hex 5/16-18 Thd
Shaft, Foot Pedal, 4" Track
Flatwasher, 406x 81x 066
Locknut, Whiz WdFI, 3/8-16 Thd
Screw, HHC, 1/4-20 x 3 In
Flatwasheq .286 x .63 x .065
Bracket, Track Tension
Locknut, Hex, 1/4-20 Thd
319030E-313999 A
CRAFTSMAN 24" SNOW THROWER 536.885471
HANDLE ASSEMBLY REPAIR PARTS 7
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21
20 .,,, ....
REF.
NO. PART NO.
1 9552-830!
2 11234
3 120393
4 120638
5 120376
6 11261
7 334195
9 1058
10 3535
11 4049
12 1579
13 579869
14 1673
PART NAME
Handle, Upper
Screw, Hex, 5/16-18 x 2-3/4 In
Flatwasher, 11/32 In
Lockwasher, Split, 5/16 In
Nut, Hex, 5/16-18 Thd
Stop, Red Plastic, 5/16 In
Handle, LH & RH Assy_
Pin, Clutch Handle, Pivot
Nut, Push On Cap, 5/16 In
Bumper
Cable, Clutch
Spring, Drive Clutch LH
Spring, Auger Clutch RH
REF.
NO.
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
PART NO.
1502
308146
580667-830
180077
120638
120376
580639-830
235
120393
120638
120376
PART NAME
Nut, Hex Nyl, 1/4-20 In
Boot, Clutch Spring
Handle, Lower
Screw, HHC, 5/16-18 x 3/4 in
Washer, Sptlk 31x 58x08
Nut, 5/16-18 Reghex
Bracket, Shift
Screw, 5/16-18 x 2 In
Flatwasher, 11/32 In
Lockwasher, Split 5/16 In
Nut, Hex 5/16-18 Thd
3140O2D
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SHIFT YOKE REPAIR PARTS
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9
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REF.
NO. PART NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
580769-830
51332
1502
318486
304438
326998
579944
581795
1499
PART NAME
Rod, Shift
Screw, WdFI, 1/4-20x5/8 In
Locknut, Hex, 1/4-20 Thd
Nut, HexJam, 1/2-13 Thd
Knob, Shift, 1/2-13 Thd
Plate, Shift Lever
Bearing, Flange
Speed Select, Rod Assembly
Locknut, Hex, 3/8-16 Thd
319053
CRAFTSMAN 24" SNOW THROWER 536.885471
CHUTE CONTROL ROD REPAIR PARTS
4
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REE
NO. PART NO,
1 585426
2 307399
3 309312
4 578159
5 71457
8 148
7 308145
8 124829
9 120394
10 309344
11 120394
PART NAME
Crank Assy w/Yoke
Handle, Chute Crank
Flatwasher, 39x 70x 05
Ring, Retaining
Eye Bolt, 3/8-16x5 00
Grommet, Eye Bolt
Boot, Eyebolt Chute Crank
Nut, 3/8-16 Hexjam
Flatwasher, 406x 81x 065
Adapter, Boot to Handle
Flatwasher, 406x 81x 065
REF.
NO. PART NAME
PART NO.
12 71046
13 585195
14 585196
15 3O4552
16 304877
17 304551
18 579493
Nut, Hex Nyl 3/8-16 Thd
Bracket, Worm Mounting
Worm, Gear Chute
Block, Universal Joint
Clevis Pin
Pin, Universal Joint
Cotter Pin, 06x 50
334215B
CRAFTSMAN 24" SNOW THROWER 536.885471
DECALS
8
REF.
NO, PART NO. PART NAME
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
302487
70141
313892
302922
334155
308768
3902
3903
319033
Decal, 9" Impeller
Decal, Danger Auger
Decal, Danger Chute
Decal, Danger Instruction
Decal, 5/24 Trac-PlusElect Start
Decal, Danger Stripe Chute
Decal, Traction Drive Engage
Decal, Auger Drive Engage
Decal, Gear Selector
314005
CRAFTSMAN 2..CYCLE ENGINE
310/l 400
307 _'O
.305/" I 42-
L
MODEL NUMB.ER143.955001
219
!/370A
340
285 93
287 390 /
327
328
329
CRAFTSMAN 2=CYCLE ENGaNE MODELNUMBER143.955001
KEY# PART# DESCRIPTION ..........................................QTY KEY# PART# DESCRIPTION ............................................QTY
1 36469
2 26727
4 30968
5 30969
14 28277
15 31334
16 3151O
17 31335
18 650548
19 31426
20 32600
25 33342
25A 35883
26 650802
26A 650926
30 34740
40 36073
40 36074
40 36075
41 36070
41 36071
41 36072
42 36076
42 36077
42 36078
43 20381
45 32875
46 32610A
48 27241
49 32654
50 33158
60 29745
61 34126
62 650760
63 28545
64 30063
64A 8345
65 650128
69 ° 27677A
70 84674C
72 27642
75 27897
80 30574A
81 30590A
82 30591
83 30588A
86 650488
89 610961
90 611199
92 650815
93 650863
100 34443A
101 610118
102 650872
103 550614
!10 35557
110A 35285
119 * 36443
120 36441
125 29313C
125 29315C
126 32644A
126 32645A
127 650691
129 650818
130 6021A
131 650694
135 35395
Cylinder (Inci 2, 20, &72) ........... 1 150 31672
Dowel Pin ....................... 2 151 31673
Oil Drain Extension ................. 1 169 " 27234A
Extension Cap ................ 1 170 27666
Washer .............................................. 1 171 31410
Governor Rod ......................... 1 172 34146
Governor Lever ........................... 1 173 35350
Governor Lever Clamp ............ 1 174 30200
Screw, 8.32 x 5116" ............ 1 178 29752
Extension Spring ...................... 1 181 650870
Oil Seal ........................ 1 182 6201
Blower Housing Baffle .............. 1 183 34583
Baffle Extension ........................... 1 184 " 26756
Screw, 1/4-20 x 5/6" .............. 2 185 33691
Screw, 8-32 x 21/64" ............... I 186 32698
Crankshaft ........................................ 1 200 33858A
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.) ............... 1
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (010" OS) ....... 1 203 31342
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.020" OS) ..... 1 204 650549
Pistion & Pin Ass'y (Std,) (Incl 43) ...... 1 206 610973
Pistion & Pin Ass'y (010"OS) (Incl 43) 1 209 650139
Pistion & Pin Ass'y (.020" OS) (Incl 43) 1 209A 30322
Ring Set (Std.) ............................. 1 215 35440
Ring Set ( 010 OS) .................. 1 219 34582
Ring Set (020 OS) ........................... 1 220 35438
Piston Pin Retaining Ring ............... 2 222 28820
Connection Rod Ass'y (Incl 46 & 49) 1 223 650664
Connecting Rod BoP .......... 2 224 * 33673A
Valve Lifter ........................................ 2 260 35656A
Oil Dipper ............................................ ! 262 29212
Camshaft (BCR) .................... 1 267 34212
Blower Housing Extension ............ 1 268 30200
Grommet Mounting Bracket ................. 1 274 " 33670A
Screw, 8-32 x 3/8" ....................... 1 275 35771
Grommet ................................ 1 277 650327
Screw, Torx T-30.1/4-30 x 1/2" ........... 1 285 36476
Washer ............................... 1 287 650926
Screw, 10-24 x 1/2" ................ 1 290 30705
Cylinder Cover Gasket .................. 1 292 26460
Cylinder Cover (Incl 75 & 80) ............. 1 298 650665
Oil Drain Plug ........................ 1 300 35584
Oil Seal ..................................... 1 301 35355
Governor Shaft ......................... 1 305 35554
Washer ............................. 1 307 35499
Governor Gear Ass'y (Incl 81) ........ I 308 35539
Governor Spool ..................... 1 310 85556
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" .............. 7 313 34080
Flywheel Key ..................... ! 327 35392
Flywheel "W/Ring Gear ................ 1 328 35593
Belleville Washer ................. 1 329 610973
Flywheel Nut ............................... 1 335 35072
Solid State Ingnitioo ........................ 1 338 650257
Spark Plug Cover ............... 1 340 36247
Solid State Mounting Stud ........ 2 342 30063
Screw, torx T-15, 10-24 x !" ....... 2 342A 650675
Ground Wire ...................... 1 345 33344
Ground Wire .................................... 1 350 570682
Cylinder Head Gasket ......... 1 351 32180C
Cylinder Head (Incl 131) ............ I 355 590574
Exhaust Valve (Std) (Incl 151) ..... 1 364 33333
Exhaust Valve 91/32" OS) ( Incl 151) 1 365 650735
Intake Valve (Std.) (Incl 151) .............. ! 370 36261
Intake Valve (1/32"0S) (tncl 151) 1 370A 35282
Washer .................................. 1 370B 35878
Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2........................ 1 370C 36501
Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2..................... 2 380 632107A
Screw, 5/16-18 x 2" ................. 5 390 590646
Resistor Spark Plug (RJlgLM) ............ 1 396 33290D
400 36444
Valve Spring ..................... 2
Valve Spring Cap ............................. 2
Valve Cover Gasket ............. 2
Breather Body .............................. !
Breather Element ......................... 1
Valve cover .................... 1
Breather Tube ................... 1
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16" ........... 2
Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28 ............ 2
Screw, 1/4-28 x1-11/16 ................. 1
Screw, 1/4 x 7/8.......................... 1
Chike Bracket .............................. 1
Carburetor To Intake Pipe Gasket 2
Intake Pipe ................... 1
Governor Link .......................... 1
Control Bracket
(Incl, 203, 204, 206,209 &209A) 1
Compression Spring ..................... !
Screw, 5-40 x 7/16" ........................ 1
Terminal ................................. 1
Screw, 8-32 x 1/2" .................... 2
Lock Nut, 8-32 ......................... 2
Control Knob ............................. 1
Choke Rod .................. 1
Chike Knob .............................. 1
Screw, 10-32 x 112" ,..................... 2
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-19/32" ........ 2
Intake Pipe Gasket .................. 1
Blower Housing .................. 1
Screw, 1/4-28 x 7/16.......................... 2
Hold Down Bracket ................... 1
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16.............................. 1
Exhaust Gasket ........................ !
Muffler (IncL 274) .................... 1
Screw, 1/4-20 x 2-1/2........................... 2
Starter Cup ......................... 1
Screw, 8-32x 21/64............................ 3
Fuel Line .......................... 1
Fuel Line Clamp .................................. 2
Screw, 1/4-15 x 7/8". ...................... 2
Fuel Tank (Inc! 292 7301) ......... 1
Fuel Cap ................................. 1
OilFil!Tube .................... 1
"O" Ring ............................ 1
Fill Tube Clip ..................................... 1
Dipstick .................................. 1
Spacer ........................ 1
Starter Plug ............................ 1
Switch Key (Craftsman .............. 1
Terminal ................................ 1
Carburetor Cover ..................... 1
Screw, 8-32 x 5116" ................. 2
Fuel Tank Bracke ................. 1
Screw, Torx T-30, 1/4-20 x 1/2" ..... 1
Washer .............................. 2
Heat Baffle ......................... 1
Primer Ass'y..................... 1
Primer Line .......................... 1
Starter Handle ................... 1
Carburetor Cover Bracket ............... I
Screw, 10-24 x 3/8" .................... 1
Lubrication Decal .............. 1
Corrtrol Decal ................. 1
Intructional Decal ..................... 1
Primer Decal ....................... 1
Carburetor (Inct 184) .......... 1
Rewind Starter .................... 1
Electric Starter Motor (110 Volt) (Optiona!)0
Gasket Set (Incl items marked * ) .... 1
CARBURETOR NO. 632107A
_" I 27
32 '
s2_::2
L
KEY#
1
2
6
7
10
14
15
16
17
18
20 •
21
22
23 "
25
27 *
28
29 °
30 "
31
32
33
40 *
41
42
43
44 "
47 "
48
60
PART#
631615
631767
631036
650506
632106
631615
630735
631807
650417
630766
631838
630766
630739
630740
631951
631024
632019
631028
631021
631022
27136A
27554
31839
630740
630739
630738
27110
630748
631027
31840
DESCRIPTION QTY
Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 1
Throttle Return Spring 1
Throttle Shutter 1
Shutter Screw 2
=
Choke Shaft & Lever Assembly I
Choke Shutter ... 1
Choke Positioning Spring 1
Fuel Fitting , . 1
Throttle Crack Screwiic_ie speed screw 1
Tension Spring 1
Idle Mixture Screw 1
Tension Spring .., !
Idle Mixture Screw Washer 1
Idle Mixture Screw "O" Ring 1
Float BowlAsy (Incl 32&33) !
Float Shaft 1
Float 1
Float Bowl "O" Ring .... 1
Inlet NeedIe. Seat & Clip iincl :3i) 1
Spring Clip . 1
Bowl Drain Assy . 1
Drain Plunger Gasket . 1
Main Adj Screw Ass'y (Incl 41 thru 44)!
High Speed Mixture Screw "O" Ring 1
High Spaed Mixture Screw Washer 1
High Speed Mixture Screw Tension
Spring , 1
Bowl Nut Washer ..... 1
Welch Plug. Idle Mixture Well 1
Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent. 1
Repair Kit (Incl items marked °) 1
STARTER NO. 590646
6
KEY#
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
PART#
590599A
590600
590615
590601
590598
590616
590617
590645A
590619
590620
590647
590535
590474
DESCRIPTION QTY
Recoil Starter 1
Spring Pin (Inc '4i 1
Retainer 1
Washer 1
Brake Spring 1
Starter Dog 2
Dog Spring ....... 2
Pulley Ass'y (Incl 9&10) 1
Rewind Spring 1
Spring Cover , 1
Starter Housing Ass'y ........... !
Starter Rope (Length 98" x 9/64_dia ) 1
Mitten Gri[p Handle
(Not included with starter) 1
STARTER MOTOR NO 332901D
16
14_-
26
\
10
13
22
15
KEY#
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
10
11
13
14
15
16A
22
23
27A
29
30
PART#
31749
33522
33769
33524
35461
35450
35912
35459A
35452A
35911
590500
33441
35453
35454
35462
35456
650819
32450B
650759
DESCRIPTION QTY
Retainer Ring ................................................. 1
Spring Retainer ............................................... 1
Anti-drift Spring ................................................ 1
Nut & Gear ......................................................... 1
Drive End cap Ass'y (IncL 7) ....................... 1
"O" Ring ............................................................. 2
Armature .......................................................... 1
Housing Ass'y................................................ 1
Brush & Spring Card Ass'y ............................. 1
Thrust Washer .................................................... 1
Thrust Easher ............................................ 1
Ground Screw .............................................. 1
Commutator End Cap Ass'y. (lncl 7) ........... 1
Switch Box Ass'y. (Incl. 21) ................... 1
Case Bolt ........................................................ 2
Grounding Screw ........................................... 1
Screw, 6-32 x 2-1/2". ................................ 2
Extension Cord (10"6") ......................... 1
Screw, Torx 1-30, 1/4-20 x 23/32 ............. 3
NOTES
NOTES
NOTES
MODEL NO.
536.885471
HOW TO ORDER
REPAIR PARTS
,a_
5 HORSEPOWER
24" DUAL STAGE
TRAC=PLUS
120V/ELECTRIC START
SNOW THROWER
Each SNOW THROWER has its own MODEL
NUMBER found on the engine mount frame
Each ENGINE has its own MODEL NUMBER
found on the BLOWER HOUSING
Always mention these MODEL NUMBERS when
requesting service or Repair Parts foryour SNOW
THROWER
All parts may be ordered through Sears, Roebuck
and Company Service Centers and most Retail
Stores
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS
GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
* PRODUCT - "SNOW THROWER"
* MODEL NUMBER - 536,885471
* ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.955001
* PART NUMBER
* PART DESCRIPTION
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to you we service what we sell "
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334190 08/12/94 Printed in USA
