Craftsman CMXGBAM1054545 User manual

SNOWBLOWER
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
~fe Operation Practices ........•...•.....•...... Page 3. Off-Season Storage ............................. Page 25
Assembiy .. : ..................................•.• Page 7 ~roubleshooting ....•...•...................... Page 26
Operation .•.•......................•....••...•. P~ge 12 Warranty Statement ........ : .. SeeSeparate Supplement
Service &Maintenance
........................ ; .. Page 18 Espanol ........................................ Page 28
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Engine oil:
Fuel:
SparkPlug:
SparkPlug Gap:
5W-30
Unleaded Gasoline
F6RTC (part #951-10292)
.020" to 0.030"
MODEL NUMBER
Model Number ___________ _
Serial Number
____________ _
Date
of Purchase ___________ _
Record
the model number, serial number,
and date
of purchase above.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
AWARNING
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not
followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of
yourself and others. Read and follow ~II 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!
A WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
NOTE: The terms "snow thrower" and "snow blower" may be used interchangeably· .
for this product.
TRAINING
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders. Keep this manual
in a safe place fur future and regular reference and for ordering replacement
parts.
Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop
the machine and disengage them quickly: ..
Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this machine.Children
14 and over should read and understa'nd the instructions and safe operation
. practices ill this manual and on the machine and be trained and supervised
byanadult.
Never allow adults to operatethis machine without proper instruction.
Thrown objects can cause serious personal hljury. Plan your snow-throwing
pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, bystanders and the like.
Keep bystanders, pets and thildr~n at least 75 feet from the machine while it
is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
.' Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in
reverse.
PREPARATION
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all
doormats, newspapers, sleds, boards, wires and .other foreign objects, whi.ch
could be tripped.(lVer or thrown by the .auger/impeller. .
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation and while
performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects
which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer garme~ts. Do not
wear jewelry, long scarves or other loose clothing, which could become
entangled in moving parts. Wear footwear which will improve footing on
slippery surfaces.
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A DANGER
. This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation
practices in this manual.As with any type of power equipment, .
carelessness or error on the part ofthe operator can result in serious injury.
This machine is capable of amputating fingers, hands, ~oes and feet and
throwing debris. Failure to observe the following safety instrlictions could
result in serious injury or death.
AWARNING
Your Re5pon5ibility~Restrict the use of this power machine to'.
persons who read~ understand and follow the warnings and instructions in .
this manual and on the machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Use a grounded three-wire extension cord aridreceptacle fur all machines
with electric start engines.
Disengage allcoritrollevers before ~tarting the engine.
Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or crus,hed rock surfaces.
Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is running, except
where specifically recommended in the operator's manual.
Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature before starting to
clear snow.
Safe Handling of Gasoline:
To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur vihen gasoline is spilled on yourself or your
clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
Use only an approved gasoline container.
. . .
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or lin a truck or trailer bed with a plastic
liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before
filling. . .
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When practical, remove gas-powered equ,ipment fr~m the truck or
trailer and refuel it on the ground.llthis is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline
dispenser nozzle.
Keepthe nozzle in contact with the rim ofthe fuel tank or coritainer opening
at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources Of ignition ..
Neverfuel machine indoors.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow
engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling:
Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than \7. inch below bottom of
filler neck to,allow space for fuel expansion.
Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move unit to
another area. Walt 5 minutes before starting the engine.lffuel is spilled on
clothing, change clothing immediately.
To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.
Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open
flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, fumace, clothes
dryer or other gas appliances.
OPERATION
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/impeller housing
or chute assembly. Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and
feet.
The auger/impeller control lever is a safety device. Never bypass its
operation. Doing so makes the machine unsafe and may cause personal
injury.
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The control levers must operate easily in both directions and automatically
return to the disengaged position when released.
Never operate with a missing or damaged chute assembly. Keep all safety
devices in place and working.
Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
_ Muffler and engine become hotand can cause a burn. Do nottouch. Keep
children away.
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. Do
not operate on steep slopes.
Plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge towards windows,
walls, cars etc. Thus, avoiding possible property damage or personal injury
caused by a ricochet.
Never direct discharge at children, bystanders and pets or allow anyone in
front ofthe machine.
Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to dear snow at too fast of
a rate.
Never operate this machine without good visibility or light. Always be sure of
your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk, never run.
Disengage power to the auger/impeller when transporting or not in use.
Never operate machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look
down and behind and use care when backing up.
After striking a foreign object or ifthe machine should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground
it against the engine. Inspect thoroughly for damage. Repair any damage
before starting and operating.
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Disengage all control levers and stop engine before you leave the operating
position (behind the handles). Wait until the auger/impeller comes to -
a complete stop before unclogging the chute assembly, making any
adjustments, or inspections.
Never put your hand in the discharge or collector openings. Do not unclog
- chute assembly while engine is running. Shut off engine and remain behind
handles until altmoving partshave stopped before unclogging.
Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer (e.g.
wheel weights, tire chains, cabs etc.).
When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull
rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm
toward engine faster than you can let go. Broken bones, fractures, bruises or
sprains could result.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good
judgment.
CLEARING A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE
Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge chute is the most
common cause ofinjury associated with snow throwers. Never use your hand to
clean out the discharge chute.
To dear the chute:
a. SHUTTHE ENGINE OFF!
b. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have stopped
rotating.
c. Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
Nevertamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
Refer to the maintenanq! and adjustment sections ofthis manual.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting machine disengage all control
levers and stop the engine. Wait until the auger/impeller come to a complete
stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to
prevent unintended starting.
Check bolts and screws for proper tightness atfrequent intervals to keep the
machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machirie for any
damage.
Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed the engine. The
governor controls the maximum sate operating speed of the en~ine.
Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes ate subject to wear and damage.
For your safety protection, frequently check all components and replace
with original equipment manufacturer's (OEM) parts only as listed inthe-
Parts pages ofthis operator's manual. Use of parts which do not meetthe
original equipment specifications may lead to -improper performance and
compromise safety!
Check control levers periodically to verify they engage and disengage
properly and adjust, if necessary. Refer to the adjustment section in this
operator's manual for instructions.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the
environment.
Prior to storing, run machine a few minutes to dear snow from machine and
prevent freeze up ofauger/impeller.
Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open
flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace, doth.es dryer etc.
Always refer to the operator's manual for proper instructions on off-season
stprage ..
Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace
if necessary.
• / Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the .
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this product has an Average
UsefulUfe of seven (7) years, or 60 hours of operation. Atthe end of
the Average Useful Ufe have the machine inspected annually by an
authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems
are working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can result in
accidents,injuries or death. .
DO NOT MODIFY ENGINE
To avoid serious injury or death, do.not modify engine in any way. Tampering
with the governor setting can lead to a run.away engine and cause it to
operate at unsafe speeds:Never tamper with factory setting of engine
governor.
NOTICE REGARDING EMISSIONS
Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA
emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified
to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following
emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC),
Secondary Air Injection (SAl) and Three Way Catalyst (TWClif so equipped.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
"'SAFETY SYMBOLS
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before
attempting to assemble and operate.
Symbol Description
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READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and
operate.
WARNING- ROTATING BLADES
Keep hands out of inletand discharge openings while machine is running.There are rotating blades
inside.
WARNING- ROTATING BLADES
Keep hands out of inletand discharge openings while machine is running.There are rotating blades
inside. '
WARNING- ROTATING AUGER
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/impeller housing or chuteassembly.
Contact with the rotating parts can amputate,hands and feet.'
WARNING-THROWN OBJECTS
This machinemay pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury.
WARNING-GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE
Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
WARNING- CARBON MONOXIDE
Never run an engineindoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaustcontains carbon
monoxide,an odorless and deadly
gas.
WARNING- ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Do not use the engine's electric starter in the rain.
WARNING- HOT SURFACE
Engine parts, especially the,muffler,become extremely hot during operation. Allowengineand
muffler to cool before touching.
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WARNING: Your Responsibility-Restrict the use ofthis power machine to persons who read, understand and follow
the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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3. Loosen the top two iock nuts securing the tJpp'rand lower handle an4 J' . ~ , ,<
NOTE: References to right or leftslde Ofttl.\I;S:fII~¥~~tl.u
behind the unit in the operating poslltio~~~ldlng
blower, fadngthehandle panel).
,~ ••. . ,J" , r~move thetw()carriage sc~ews~omtheupperh~ndleand ~~tfsfde: See ~
'~"..;:~lJ!.u!e.2. .., ,'" " f""
UNPACKING: Re"ovjQ9,f,~(n~}s,att:n :~~_~ ...
1. . Cutthe coroersofth~t8rfurraridiay tI)~sides:ff~t oi1fheg~oilnd. Remove
and dlseardall ~cklng Inserts. . ~". 'ir . ,
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1. Move the snow blower out o(the carton . ....::..~ --'- .
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3.
Make certain the~.rt(lnflasbeen completely emptied befo~ discarding it.
. Handle, Assembly
". Cut cable ties securing.chute control rod or upper handleto the lower handle,
set aside the chute control rod and remove the wrap around the handles.
NOTE: Do not cut the cable tie sec~ring the cables tQthe engine for units equipped.
NOTE: Remove rubber bands securing cables to carriage screws and cut cable tie
securing shift rod to lower lTandle. . '
2. Observethe lowerrear area of the snow blower to be sure both cables are
al1gned with roller guides before pivoting the handle upward. See Figure 1.
Figure 1
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Figure 2
4. Place shift lever In Forward-6 position or fastest forward speed (if equipped).
S. Pull up and back on upper handle as shown In Figure 3. As you are raising the
handle upward, make sure that both ends ofthe ceiitercable are pOsitioned
properly in the brackets, Align upper handle with the lower ~andle.
NOTE: On select units with steel rod speed selectors, you may need to.lower shift
rod to the side slightly to maneuver handle pa~el over it when pivoting handle
upward.
Flgure3

ASSEMBLY""
{' ",~~ch the two carriag@screws and lock nuts removed in, Step 2. !~ni~h 2
se~~ ~e handle by tightening the top two lock nuts oosene In tep"
See Figure' 4. -". .
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Figure 4
7, Remove and discard any rubber bands, if present They are for packaging
purposes only.
8. On units equipped with cable guides on top ofthe engine, check that all
cables are properly routed through the cable guide. Then pull the cables
towards the chute and pull the cable tie on the engine snug on the cables to
secure in place.
NOTE: For smoothest operation, cables should all be to the left of the chute
directional control rod.
, f '., 'Remove cotterpiil, Wing nut, and hex screw from chute control head and
clevis pin and bow:ti,!!;fOtter pin from chute support bracket. See Figure 5.
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NOTE: For smoothest operation, !he cables should all be to the left of the chute
control rod.
2. Insert the round end of the chute control rod into input of chute control
head. Push rod as far into the chute control head as poSSible, keeping the
holes in the rod pOinting upward. See Figure 6.
Figure 6

ASSEMBLY
3. Place chute onto chute base and ensure chute conit61rod is positioned under 5.
handle panel. Sec~re. chute control head to chute support bracket with clevis
Insert the other end of the chute control rod into the input shaft below the
handle panel. Make sure to line up the flat end of the rod and the flat end
of the input shaft. You may need to rotate the rod around until these two
surfaces line up. See Figure 9.
pin and bow-tie cotter pin removed ,in Step 1. SeeFigure 7.
FIgure 7
4. Finish securing .chute control head by installing hex screw and wing nut
removed in Step 2. See Figure 8.
Figure 8
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Figure 9
6. Push the chute control rod toward the control panel until the hole in the rod
lines up with the middle hole in the chute control input and insert the cotter
pin removed in Step 1. See Figure '10.
Figure 10
NOTE: There is a reference hole provided at rear end of control rod to help
know when holes are vertical.
NOTE: The hole furthest from the chute control head is used to achieve
further engagement of the chute control rod into the input shaft if required.
Refer to Page 31 of the Maintenance & Adjustments section for Chute Control
Rod adjustment. .'

ASSEMBLY
Set-Up ...
Chute Control Cable Routing (If Equipped)
NOll: For smoothest operation, cables should all be to the left of the chute
directional control rod.
NOTE: The number of cables routed through the wire guides will depend on unit
model.
1. Locate cable guide on top of engine and ensure cable(s) are properly routed
through the cable gUide. See Figure 11.
Figure 11
Shear Pins
Holes are located in the plastic dash panel for convenient shear pin storage. See
Figure 12. Refer to page 17 in the Operation section for more Information regarding
shear pin replacement.
NOll: If the extra shear pins are not already assembled in the handle panel, they
can be found in the manual bag.
Figure 12
Chute Clean-Out Tool
A chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top of the auger housing with a mounting
clip. See Figure 13. The tool is designed to clear a chute assembly of ice and
snow. This item is fastened With a cable tie at the factory. Cut the cable tie before
operating the snow blower. '
, AWARNING
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Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut OFF engine
and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before
using the clean-outtool to dear the chute assembly.
Figure 13