Page 2 - SAFETY RULES; IMPORTANT
A CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP. TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS. SAFETY RULES A IMPORTANT SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR...
Page 3 - after
® Never operate the snow thrower near glass enclosures, automobiles, window wells, drop- offs, and the like without proper adjustment of the snow discharge angle. Keep children and pets away. ® Never operate the snow thrower at high trans port speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care w...
Page 4 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; quart; OPTIONAL ACCESSORY; TM0 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN
CONGRATULATIONS ofi your purchase oi 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...
Page 5 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; SERVICE RECOMMEND; INDEX
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES............................ -.„....2,3 PRODUCT SPECIRCATIONS............... . . . 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES......... ......4WARRANTY.......................................... 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS.............................. 5 INDEX .....................................
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY; THIS SNOW THROWER HAS A TRACK DRIVE SYSTEM EQUIPPED TO GIVE; CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; CONTENTS OF PARTS BAG
ASSEMBLY THIS SNOW THROWER HAS A TRACK DRIVE SYSTEM EQUIPPED TO GIVE YOU FREE-WHEELING CAPABILITY II your snow thrower must be moved without the aid of the engine, it wiii be easier to pull the snow thrower backward by the handles, rather than pushing. For details on how to use the Iree-wheeiing cap...
Page 7 - TO REMOVE SNOW THROWER
ASSEMBLY Rgure 1 showsthesnowthrower in theshipping position. Rgure 2 shows the snowthrowercompietety assembled Heference to the right and left hand skJe of the snow thrower is from the operatofs position at the handle TO REMOVE SNOW THROWER FROM CARTON (See Fig. 1) ® Bemove the staples from top of ...
Page 8 - TO INSTALL THE UPPER HANDLE AND
ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL THE UPPER HANDLE AND CRANK ASSEMBLY « Remove the screws, flatwashers, tockwashers and hex nuts securing the shifter plate in the lower holes of the lower handle.. • Loosen, but do not remove, the screws, flatwashers, tockwashers, and hex nuts in the upper holes of the tower handl...
Page 9 - TO INSTALL SHIFTER LEVER KNOB
ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL SHIFTER LEVER KNOB © Itiread the shifter lever knob onto the threaded end of the shifter lever urrtil it is snug against the hex rait and the lip is pointed toward the engine. Tghten the hex nut against the tottom of the shift leverkrrab. (See Fig. 6.) TO CHECK/ADJUST CLUTCH CONT...
Page 10 - OPERATION; KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER; controls and adpstments. Save this manual for future reference.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFEW RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER. Compare the Hhjslrations with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the locatbn of various controls and adpstments. Save this manual for future reference. AUGER DRIVE lEVER SPEED SH...
Page 11 - TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE
OPERATION The operation of any snow thrower can resuit in foreign 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 or Calatog Stores or...
Page 12 - TO USE V/EIGHT TRANSFER SYSTEM; iEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
OPERATION TO USE V/EIGHT TRANSFER SYSTEM In hard packed or heavy snow condittons. conventional snow throwers tend to ride up 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...
Page 13 - TO STOP ENGINE
OPERATION FILL GAS: Fill the fuel lank with cle^, fresh, unleaded grade automotive gasoline. Be sure that the cortatneryou pour the gasoline from is clean and free from rusf or other foreign pailWes. Never use gasoline that may be stale from tong penods of storage in the container. NOTE: S A E 5W-30...
Page 14 - WARM START
OPERATION WARM START If restarting a wamr engine after a short shutdown, rotate choketo OFF instead of FULL and do no! push the primer button. FROZEN STARTER If the starter is frozen and will not turn engine: • Pull as much rope out of the starter as possible • Release the starter handle and let It ...
Page 15 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; AFTER FIRST USE; SNOW THROWER; LUBRICATION - EVERY TEN HOURS
MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items that have been subiected to operator abuse or negligence, To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain snowthroweras instaicted in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodic...
Page 16 - ENGINE; LUBRICATION
MAINTENANCE ENGINE LUBRICATION Check the crankcase oit level {See Rg. 18) before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Add S,A, E. 10 W-30 motor oil or equ iva- lent. Tighten fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. S.A .E. 5W-30 motor oil may be u...
Page 17 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; TO ADJUST SKID HEIGHT; TO ADJUST CHUTE
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS A CAUTtON: ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE AND TIE BACK AWAY FROM THE PLUG BEFORE MAK ING ANY ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS. TO ADJUST SKID HEIGHT TTiis snovi? thrower is equipped with two height adjust ment skids, located on the outside of the auger housing (See Rg. 20). Th...
Page 18 - TO ADJUST THE CLUTCH CONTROL; TRACTION DRIVE BELT; m Check the clutch control cable
TRACTION DRIVE IRVER "Z"FrmNC CONTROL LEVER MUST BE IN FULL FORWARD RJSf- RON (Jua< Contaci- Ing Plaatie Bumper) WHEN CHECKING PLASRC BUMPER FIG. 22 TO ADJUST THE CLUTCH CONTROL CABLES Periodic adiustmem of the cables may be required due to normal stretch and wearonthebelts.Tocheckfor cor...
Page 19 - TO REPLACE BELTS; AUGER DRIVE BELT; H Handf
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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 SEARS Store or Service Center.You will need the assistance of a second person while replacing the belts. Drain th...
Page 20 - TO ADJUST THE FRICTION WHEEL
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRACTION DRIVE BELT If your snow thrower will not move forward, check the traction drive belt for wear. If the traction drive bell needs to be replaced, proceed as follows: Disconnect the spark plug wire. Remove the belt cover (See Fig. 26). Loosen belt guides (See Fig 27) an...
Page 21 - TO REPLACE FRICTION WHEEL
TO REPLACE FRICTION WHEEL I! the snow thrower will not move forward, and the friction wheel is worn or damaged, you need to replace it, as follows: (First allow the engine to cool). SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: DRAIN GASOLINE OUTDOORS AWAY FROM FIRE OR FLAME. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tan...
Page 22 - TO REPLACE AUGER SHEAR BOLT; TO ADJUST TRACK
TO REPLACE AUGER SHEAR BOLT The augers are secured to the auger shaft with special iMits (See Rg. 35) that are designed to break (to protect the machine) if an object becomes lodged in the auger housing. Use of a harder bolt wilt destroy the protection provided by the shear bolt. IMPORTANT: TO INSUR...
Page 23 - TO ADJUST CARBURETOR; TO ADJUST OR REPLACE
RG.37 TO ADJUST: TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor (See Rg. 37 and Bg 39) has been pre-set at the factory and readjustment should not be necessary.However, if the carburetor does need to be adjusted,proceed as follows:© Close the high speed adjusting screw by hand. ® Do not overtighten. © Then ope...
Page 24 - STORAGE; ENGINE STORAGE
STORAGE A CAUTION: NEVER STORE YOUR SNOW THROWER INDOORS OR IN AN EN CLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREA IF GASOLINE REMAINS IN THE TANK. FUMES MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME, SPARK OH PI LO T UGHT FROM A FURNACE, WATER HEATER, CLOTHES DRYER, CIGARETTE, ETC. To prevent engine damage (if snow thrower is not us...
Page 25 - SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS SERVICE RECORDS Fill In dates as you com plete regular service SCHEDULE SERVICE DATES After Firsts houra SafomEachUsa Often Every10Hours Every 25Hours EachSeason Before Storage Check Engine OH level 1^ Change Engme Oil Tighten All Screws and Nuts Check Tractjon ClLRch Cable ...
Page 26 - TROUBLE SHOOTING POINTS; TROUBLE
TROUBLE SHOOTING POINTS TROUBLE CAUSE CORRECTION OWlcuH Itanlng Dotectivs spaifc plug Water or cfirt in fuel system Replace defective plug. Use carbumtof bowl drain to flush and refill with fresh fuel. Engin« runa amitié Blocked fuel lino or tow on hiel Clean fuel line; check hrë supply; add fresh f...
Page 28 - HANDLE ASSEMBLY REPAIR PARTS
CRAFTSMAN 24 " SNOW THROWER 536.884821 HANDLE ASSEMBLY REPAIR PARTS 21 A il# I_ aawanK»M»nB» \/ f\ Ref. Demt, Page 32 ' REF. NO. PART NO. PART NAME REF. NO, PAHtNO. PARTNAME 1 3184S7 Handle, Upper 12 11261 Slop, Red Plastic, 5/16 In. 2 4049 Bumper 13 12619 Screw. HHC, 5/16-18 X 2 In 3 307978 Aug...
Page 29 - CHUTE CONTROL ROD REPAIR PARTS; DISCHARGE CHUTE REPAIR PARTS
C R A F T S M A N 2 4 " S N O W T H R O W E R 5 3 6 .8 8 4 8 2 1 CHUTE CONTROL ROD REPAIR PARTS Ref. Ileifi No* i f Rage 28 / 2 Rel, (t«n No, 17, PsgoZB F€F. NO. PART NO, PART NAME RER NO. PART NO. PART NAME 1 581621 Crank & Worm Assembly 12 309344 Adapter, Boot to Handle 2 71072 Flaiwasher,...
Page 30 - AUGER HOUSING REPAIR PARTS
C R A F T S M A N 2 4 " S N O W T H R O W E R 5 3 6 .8 8 4 8 2 1 AUGER HOUSING REPAIR PARTS 10-S REF. NO. PART NO. PART NAME REE NO. PART NO. PART NAME 1 580296 ftiltey, Traction Drive 14 9524 Screw, HHC, 1/4-20 X 1-3/4 In. 2 577399 Screw, Set, 5/1fr18 x 1/2 Irt, 15 73826 * LocktUit, 1/4-20 Tlid...
Page 31 - BEIT COVER RERWR RARTS
wri«r I OMiMiM aiWBr I rirp-nrscn oao.omo^c i BEIT COVER RERWR RARTS REF. NO. PART NO. PART NAME 1 580773 Cover, Belt 2 70978 Screw, WaTap, 1/4-20x1/2 In. 3 71067 * Ratwasher, 5/8 In. * Indicates Standard Hardware Items. 31S77B.314018A 31
Page 32 - FRAME COMPONENTS REPAIR PARTS
C R A F T S M A N 2 4 ” S N O W T H R O W E R 5 3 6 .8 8 4 8 2 1 FRAME COMPONENTS REPAIR PARTS Ref. Ilora No. i, Page 33 y REF. NO. PART NO. PARTNAME 1 580928 Frame 2 71393 Screw, HHC, 5/16-24 X 1 tn. 3 71100 Locknut, HexWdFI, 5/16-24 Thd 4 70984 Screw.WaTap, 5/16*18 x 3/4 In. 5 318453 Panel, Bottom...
Page 33 - ENGINE COMPONENTS REPAIR PARTS
C R A F T S M A N 2 4 " S N O W T H R O W E R 5 3 6 .8 8 4 8 2 1 ENGINE COMPONENTS REPAIR PARTS Ref. lient No. 1,' Pago 32 Ref. item No. 1, Pegs 30 Ref. Item No. 17, Pegs 34 REF. NO. PART NO. PARTNAME 1 318551 Engine, CraKsman, Model No HS50-67326K (See Engine Repair Parts list) 2 302636 Screw, ...
Page 34 - DRIVE COMPONENTS REPAIR PARTS
C R A F T S M A N 2 4 " S N O W T H R O W E R 5 3 6 .8 8 4 8 2 1 DRIVE COMPONENTS REPAIR PARTS ftEF.NO. PART NO. PART NAME REF.NO. PART NO. ........ ........................ ........ .— PART NAME ! 1 579941 Lever Assembly, Traction Clutch 16 580970 Key, Square ; 2 53703 Bearing, Range 17 £80961 ...
Page 35 - TRACK ASSEliBLy REPAIR PARTS
C R A F T S M A N 2 4 " S N O W T H R O W E R 5 3 6 .8 8 4 8 2 1 TRACK ASSEliBLy REPAIR PARTS REF. NO. PART NO. PART NAME REE NO. PART NO. PART NAME 1 580658 Pedal, Weight Transfer 19 70974 Screw, HHC, 1/4-20 X 3/4 In. 2 6001 Bolt, Shoulder. 5/16-18 Thd. 20 316863 Bearing, Track 3 71037 ■ Nut, H...
Page 36 - GEAR BOX REPAIR PARTS
C R A F T S M A N 2 4 " S N O W T H R O W E R 5 3 6 .8 8 4 8 2 1 GEAR BOX REPAIR PARTS BfF. NO. PART NO. PARTNAMf 1 SI 278 Case, Gear Box R,H. 2 51277 Case, Gear Box L.H, 3 302628 * Screw, HHC, 1/4-20x3/4 In. 4 302635 Locknut, Wd FI. 5/16-24 Thd. 5 303008 Nut. Hex Keps, 1/4-20 Thd. 6 302630 Scre...
Page 37 - CRAFTSMAN; DECALS
CRAFTSMAN 2 4 " S N O W T H R O W E R 5 3 6 .8 8 4 8 2 1 DECALS REF. NO. PART NO. PART NAME 1 302487 Decal, 9* Impeller 2 70141 Decal, Danger Auger 3 70142 Decal, Danger Chute 4 302922 Decal, Danger Instruction 5 308766 DecaJ, Craftsman 6 318509 Decal, 5/24 Auger Housing 7 308768 Decal, Danger S...
Page 38 - SHIFT YOKE REPAIR PARTS
C R A F T S M A N 2 4 " S N O W T H R O W E R 5 3 6 .8 8 4 8 2 1 SHIFT YOKE REPAIR PARTS REP. NO- PART NO. PART NAME 1 318463 Rod, Shift 2 302638 Screw, WdFI. 1/4-20x5/8 In. 3 73826 * Locknut, Hex. 1/4-20 Thd. 4 318486 Nut, HexJam, 1/2-13 Thd. 5 304438 Knob, Shift, 1/2-13 Thd. 6 318460 Plate, Sh...
Page 39 - Kis в
CARBURETOR NO. 632107A Kis в 1 1 1 Гч, i! > J' 16j 1 14 t ¥ i Я. i 28 ^ ' '21^01 I as-'ViV 3lf^. •30 B*f. No. Poit No. Pnrt NFftKcus 1 631615 ThrotOe Shaft & Laver Assy 2 631767 Throttle Return Spring 6 631038 Throttle Shutter 7 №0506 Throttle & Choke Shutter Screw ID 632108 Choke Shaft &...
Page 40 - CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE
CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL: HS50 - 67326K 64A^; 70-^ . 53 VJfL >1 ^277 182 \ m 18S »17 'i^ i ' 200^1^ 123 ^ iu-e. I ^ -t r*^'1® ■act/’' Xhd ^''i^ /rv5 3S2 ^--yv "^V m MODEL and SaWAL « - x ^ m 2 S B > 2 i NUMBERS HERE / ' Mf “ 33Svx^ i ” L 3j3^i '■->?) / /T m 32/ 33 22D 421' 40
Page 42 - Part Name
CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE M O D E L : H S 5 0 -6 7 3 2 6 K Ref- No. Part No. Part Name 3^ 3S072 Cover, Carburetor 338 ssaffi? Screw, Pan hd. Sems, 8-32 x 5/16 340 28371B Plate, Fuel tank mounting 341 34182 Bracket, Fuel tank 342 650805 Screw, Hex hd. w/belleviile washer, 1/4-20 X 11/16 342A 65067S Wa...
Page 43 - NOTES
Page 44 - HOW TO ORDER; DCPAID PARTQ; CRRFTSMflH«; Each SNOW THBOWEfi has Its own MODEL; NUMBER found on the motor mount frame.; WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS
OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. 536.884821 HOW TO ORDER DCPAID PARTQ ll EiMt ir\l ■' I I ÍI# CRRFTSMflH« 5 HORSEPOWER 24" DUAL STAGE TRAC-PLUS OPTIONAL ELECTRIC STARTSNOW THROWER Each SNOW THBOWEfi has Its own MODEL NUMBER found on the motor mount frame. Each ENGINE has its own MODEL NUMBER found on th...