Sears CRAFTSMAN C950-52504-6 User manual

SEARS
owner’s
manual
Models
4 HP.
21
inch
C9—50-52508-6
'
8 HP.
24 inch
A
0 Assembly
"i‘wnrOperating
Instructions
0
Replacement
Parts
0 Warranty
i
CAUTION:
You
must
read
and
understand this owner’s
C950-52504-6
'
manual
before
operating
unit
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Serial No.
SEARS
CRFI
FTSMFIIL
DUAL
STAGE
SNOWILOWER
SEARS CANADA
._ INC“, TonoNTo, QNTARlO M53 238
Part
No. 586409 ‘F
Issue
6104

OWNER’S
INFORMATION
DATE PURCHASED:
MODEL NO:
SERIAL NO:
STORE WHERE PURCHASED:
ADDRESS
CITY PROVINCE
TELEPHONE
Record the following information about your unit
so that you will be able to provide it in case of loss
or theft.
Horse Power 8
'HP 4 HP
Gasoline 4 litre
'2‘
litre
Capacity
Oi
Capacity
.77
litre
.625 litre
(5W 30)
Spark
Plug:
Champion
Champion
(Gap
.030
in.)
J-SC RJ19LM
Tireure 14-17l 14-17l
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
The Craftsman Warranty,
plus
a
Maintenance
Agreement, provide maximum value for Sears prod—
ucts. Contact your nearest Sears store for details
Check Tire Pressure - See side of the tire for
maximum inflation. Do not exceed the maximum
pm on the tie wal.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Read and observe the safety rules.
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for
and using your snowblower.
Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-
ties” and “Storage” sections of this owneI’s manual.
’ Wheeled Snowblower
COMMERCIAL
on
RENTAL'USE:
This warranty does NOT cover:
1. Pre--delivery set-up.
or glass.
4. In home service.
Limited Two
(2)
Year Warranty
on
Craftsman‘Snowblower
For
two (2) years from date of purchase,
Sears
Canada Inc. will repair.
or replaCe
free of charge
at
Sears
option
parts
which are defective
as
a
result of material or workmanship.
Warranty on snowblower will be 90
adays'from
date of purchase if used for’commercial or rental purposes.
2. Expendable items
which become worn during normal use, such as belts, spark plugs, filter, shear pins
as
well
as
damages to the engine resulting from operating the
snowblower
with
insufficient
oil.
3. Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nais, thoms, stumps
Warranty
service is available by returning the Craftsman snowblower to the m Sears Service
Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is 'n use it Canada.
This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty and does NOT exclude or limit legal rights you may
have but shall run concurrently with applicable provincial legislation. Furthermore, some provinces do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty will last so the above limitations may not apply to you.
SEARS CANADA INC., TORONTO, ONTARIO 238

IMPORTANT
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
CAUTION
ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE IT WHERE IT CANNOT MAKE
CONTACT WITH SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING DURING: PREPARTION -
MAINTENANCE - STORAGE OF YOUR SNOWBLOWER.
Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snowblower
DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT BEFORE READING THIS MANUAL
m
1.
Read
the
operating
and
service
instruction
man-
ual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the con-
trols
and
the
proper
use
of
the
equipment.
Know
how to stop
the unit
and disengage
the controls
qrrcldy.
2.
Never
allow children to operate the equipment.
Never
allow adults to
operate
the equipment
without proper instruction.
3.
Keep
the
area
of operation
clear of
all
persons,
particularly small children and pets.
4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling espe-
cially when operating in reverse.
Preparation
1-
Thoroughly
inspect
the
area
where
the equipment
is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds,
boards,
wires, and other foreign objects.
a Disengage all clutches before starting the engine.
a
Do
not operate the equipment without
wearing
adequate winterouter garments. Wear footwear
tat will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
4. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
(a) Use an approved fuel container.
@3) Never add fuel to a running engine or hot en-
g'ne. '
(1:) Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme
care.
Never fill fuel tank indoors.
(a) Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up
spilled fuel.
5.
For
al
units
with
electric
starting
motors
use elec-
Ili: starting extension cords certified CSA/UL.
Use only with a receptacle that has been installed
i'l moordance with local inspection authorities.
6. Mist
the auger
housing
height
to
clear
gravel
or
rushed
rock
surface.
7. lhder
no
circumstances
should
any adjustments
be
made
while the engine
is
running (except
when specifically recommended by manufac-
turer).
8. Let
engine and machine adjust to outdoor tem-
peratures 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 machine.
Operation
1. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear
of the discharge opening at all
times.
2. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert
for
hidden hazards or traffic.
3.
Never discharge snow onto public roads or near
moving traffic.
4. After striking
a foreign object, stop the engine,
remove
the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly
inspect
snowblower
for any damage, and repair
the
damage
before restarting
and operating
the
snowblower.
5. If
the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the
engine and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
6. Stop
the engine
whenever
you leave
the op-
erating position, before unclogging the
auger/impeller
housing
or
discharge
chute
and
when
making
any
repairs,
adjustments,
or
inspections.
7.
When
cleaning,
repairing,
or
inspecting,
make
certain
the
auger/impeller
and
all
moving
parts
have
stopped
and
all
controls
are
disen-
gaged.
Disconnect
the spark
plug
wire
and
keep
the wire away from the spark
plug
to
prevent accidental starting.
8.
Take
all possible precautions
when leaving
the
snowblower
unattended.
Disengage
the auger/
impeller,
shift
to
neutral,
stop
engine,
and remove
key.

10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
. Do not run the engine indoors, except when
starting
the engine
and
for
transporting
the snow-
blower
in
or
out of
the
building.
Ensure
the
out-
side doors are open; exhaust fumes are dan-
gerous.
Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Ex-
ercise extreme caution
when changing
direction
on
slopes.
Do
not
attempt
to
clear
steep
slopes.
Never
operate
the snowblower without proper
guards,
plates or other
safety
protective
devices
in place.
Never
operate the
snowblower
near enclosures,
automobiles,
window
wells,
drop-offs,
and the like
without
proper
adjustment
of
the snow
discharge
angle. Keep children and pets away.
Do not overload the machine capacity by attempt-
ing
to clear snow at too fast a rate.
Never
operate
the machine at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and
use care when backing up.
Never direct discharge
at
bystanders or allow
anyone in front of the unit.
Disengage power
to the
collector/impeller
when
snowblower
is
transported
or
not
in use.
Use only attachments and accessories approved
by the
manufacturer
of
the
snowblower
(such
as
:Nheel weights, counterweights, cabs,
and
the
ike).
18.
Never
operate the
snowblower
without
good
vis-
ibility
or light.
Always
be sure of
your
footing
and
keep
a
firm
hold
on
the handles.
19.
Do
not
over-reach.
Keep
proper
footing
and bal-
ance at all times.
20.
Do
not
attempt
to use
snowblower
on
a
roof.
Maintenance
and
Storage
1. Check
shear
bolts
and
other
bolts
at
frequent
in-
tervals
for
proper
tightness
to
be
sure
the equip-
ment
is in safe
working
condition.
2.
Never
store
the
machine
with
fuel in the tank
in-
side
a
building
where
ignition
sources
are present
such as hot water
and
space
heaters, clothes
dryers, and the like.
Allow
the engine
to cool be-
fore
storing
in any
enclosure.
3.
Always
refer
to
operator’s
guide
instructions
for
important
details
if
the
snowblower
is
to
be
stored
for
an
extended
period.
4. Maintain
or replace
safety
and
instruction
labels,
as necessary.
5. Run the
machine
2
minutes
with
auger
clutch
lever engaged after blowing snow to prevent
freeze-up
of
the
auger/impeller.
DANGER
ll
8%?
AVOID
INJURY
FROM
. ROTATING AUGER -
‘h
KEEP
HANDS,
FEET,
AND CLOTHING AWAY.
AL DANGER
DO NOT USE
HANDS
TO
‘\
glé‘éfliee ‘
'
CHUTE.
(\L[
0
Stop
engine/motor
before
removing
debris.
0
Do
not
walk
in
front
of
running
machine.
0
Do
not
discharge
at
bystanders.
0
Keep
people
and
pets
a
safe
distance
from
the machine.
0
Before
leaving
machine,
shut
off
engine]
motor and remove key.

OWNER’S INFORMATION
DATE PURCHASED: Horse Power 8 HP 4 HP
MODEL NO: Gasoline 4 litre '2, litre
SERIAL NO:
CaPaCW
STORE
WHERE
PURCHASED:
Oi
Capacity
.77
litre
.625
litre
ADDRESS , (5W 30)
CITY PROVINCE
Spark Plug: Champion
Champion
(Gap
mo
in.) J-SC RJ19LM
TELEPHONE
Record
the following
information
about
your
unit Tire
Pressure
14
-
17
lbs 14
- 17 lbs
so that you will be able to provide it in case of loss
or
theft.
Check
Tire
Pressure
—
See
side
of
the
tire
for
maximum inflation. Do not exceed the maximum
pressure on the tie wal.
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
The Craftsman Warranty,
plus
a
Maintenance
Read
and
obsen/e
the
safety
rules.
Agreement, provide maximum value for Sears prod-
ucts. Contact your nearest Sears store for details Follow a regular schedule In malntalnlng, carlng for
and using your snowblower.
Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-
ties” and “Storage” sections of this ownel’s manual.
’ Wheeled Snowblower
Limited Two
(2)
Year Warranty
on
Craftsman‘Snowblower
For
two (2) years from date of purchase,
Sears
Canada Inc. will repair.
or replaCe
free of charge
at
Sears
option
parts
which are defective
as
a
result of material or workmanship.
COMMERCIAL on RENTAL-USE:
Warranty
on snowblower will be QO‘days'from date of purchase if used for'commercial or rental purposes.
This warranty does NOT cover:
1. Pre-delivery set-up.
2. Expendable items
which become worn during normal use, such as belts, spark plugs, fitter, shear pins
as
well
as
damages to the engine resulting from operating the
snowblower
with
insufficient
oil.
3. Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nais, thoms, stumps
or glass. -
4. In home service.
Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman snowblower m the m Sears Service
Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is "I1 use it Canada.
This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty and does NOT exclude or limit legs rights you may
have but shall run concurrently with applicable provincial legislation. Furthermore, some provinces do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty will last so the above limitations may not apply to you.
SEARS} CANADA INC., TORONTO, ONTARIO 288

TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
OWNER’S
INFORMATION
.......................................................................................................
1 .......................
i
Maintenance
Agreement .................... Ii
Craftsman
Warranty
..................................................................................
7 ...................................................
i
Rules
for Safe Operation ................................................................
l .....................................
1
ASSEMBLY
.....................................................................................................................................................
4
Contents
of Shipping Carton
........................................................................................................................
4
Tools
Required for Assembly
.................................................................................. .................
4
Unpacking .................................................................................................................................................... 4
Snow Chute Assembly ................................................................................................................................... 4
Crank Assembly ........................................................................................................................................... 5
Height
Adjust Skid Assembly
......................
'
.................................................................................................
5
OPERATION
....................................................................................................................................................
6
Engine Operating Controls .............................................. . ............................................................................. 6
Snowblower Operating Controls ......................... _ .......................................................... . ................................ 6
Wheel Lockout Pin ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Pre-Use Check of Snowblower .................... 7
Before Starting Engine ................................................................................................................................. 7
To Start Engine ......................................................................... 8
-Recoi| Starter.............................; ............................................................................................................. 8
—Electric Starter......................._. ................................................................................................................... 9
Snowblower Operation .................... ......................................................... 11
MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................................... ' ...................... 12
Lubrication .....
'
...........
1
2
Lubrication Points ...................................................................................................................................... 12
Hex
Shaft
and Gears .................
12
Wheel Drive Axle
.....................................................................................................................................
12
Auger Gear Box .....................
13
Maintenance Check List ....................................
» ......... 14
ADJUSTMENTS/REPAIRS
.....................................................................................
‘.
...................................... 15.
Auger
Housing Height
Adjustment
............................................................................................................. 15
To
Adjust Scraper
Bar
............................................................................................................................. 15
To
Adjust Skid Height ................................................................................................ 15
Belt
Adjustment ............................................................................. 15
Traction
Drive Belt
........
15
Auger Drive Belt
..................................................................................................................................... 15
Belt
Replacement
.......................................... .................... 16
Auger
Drive
Belt
................................................................................................................................. 16
Traction Drive Belt
................... .................................................................................
'
...... 16
Belt
Guide Adjustment
.............................................. ...................... 17
Cable
Adjustment
........................
- ............................................................................................................... 17
Traction Drive/Auger Drive
......
;
..........................................................................
:
................................. 17
Brake Adjustment ................................................................ ' ................................................................... 18
Friction
Wheel Adjustment
......................................................................................................................... 18
Friction
Wheel Replacement ..................................................................................................................... 19
Auger
Shear Bolt Replacement“...
....................................................... ............................................. 20
Spark
Plug Adjustment......................;
......................................................................................................
20
STORAGE
.....................................................................................................................................................
21
Off
Season
Storage
................................................................................................................................... 21’
Operating
Tips .........
21
TROUBLESHOOTING
........
,
...................................................................................................
' ........................
23
INTI
REPAIR PARTS
.........
'
.........................................................................................
' ................................. 24
ENGINE
REPAIR PARTS
............................................................................................................................... 32
W
TO
ORDER REPAIR PARTS
..........................................
-
...................................... ....................
46
Consumer
Comment Form
.........
- ......................................................... ............................................. 47

ASSEMBLY
CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON
1 - Snowblower completely assembled except for the
crank assembly and the upper handle
assembly.
1 -
Parts
Bag Containing:
1
-
Owner’s
Manual
1 - 5/16 - 18 x 1-3/4 Hex Head
bolt
3
- 5/16 - Flat Washer
2
-
5/16 - 18 Nylock Nut
1
-
3/8
Flat
Washer
1
-
3/8
- 16 Nylock Nut
2
-
Spare
Shear Bolts (1/4 - 20 x 1.75 Hex Head
Bolt)
2 - Spare 1/4 Locknuts
2
—
Spare
Shear
Bolt
Spacers
2 - Keys
1 - Power Cord
(some
models
only)
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
1 - 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 - Pair Pliers or Screwdriver (to spread cotter pin)
A
DANGER
A
Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields
while assembling snowblower.
Figure 1A
shows the snowblower in the shipping po-
sition.
Figure 1B shows the snowblower completely as-
sembled.
Reference
to
right
and
left
hand
side
of
the
snowblower
is from the operator’s
position
at
the
handle.
UNPACKING
1.
Cut
four corners of
carton
from top to
bottom
and
lay
panels
flat on ground.
2.
Remove
packing
inserts
located
at
four corners
of
carton.
3.
Remove upper handle assembly from
carton.
4.
You
will now be able to remove snowblower from
carton.
5. Remove crank assembly from lower
handle
and
place
assembly
aside.
6.
Cut
and
discard
plastic
ties
securing clutch
cables
to lower handle
(Figure
1A).
7.
Place
lower holes
on
upper
handle
ends
on
mount-
ing bolts on
lower
handle.
Secure with 5/16
flat
wash-
ers
and
5/16 - 18 nylock nut on the right side of
unit.
Then secure left
side
with
a
3/8
flat
washer
and
3/8
-
16 nylock nut.
CRANK ASSEMBLY
CLUTCH
CABLE
FIGURE 1A
V\FORWARD
CONTROL LEVER
MUST BE IN FULL
FORWARD POSITION
(Just Contacting
Plastic
Bum er
WHEN CHE Kl G
PLASTIC CABLE LENGTH
BUMPER
SNOW CHUTE
DEFLECTOR
AUGER
HOUSING
UPPER
HANDLE .
AUGER
DRIVE 3:
CLUTCH
LEVER
TRACTION DRIVE
CLUTCH LEVER
MIT
_V_
_
I"
5MB U a
WASIB'I mun use:
-1

a.
Secure
upper
right
hole by passing
a
5/16 - 18
x
1-34
bolt
and 5/16
flat
washer
from
the
inside
through
hadle.
Then fasten with
a
5/16
flat washer and
5/16
-
fl nylock nut. Figure 2.
9. Tighten bolts securely.
CHUTE
CRANK ROD ASSEMBLY
1. Remove one 3/ ” nut, lockwasher, and flatwash-
erfrom “EYE” bolt assembly. Leave remaining 3/ ”
Ins
and flatwasher on “EYE” bolt about half way up
head.
2. Install “EYE” bolt through upper hole on left hand
a'de
of handle (Figure 3A).
3 Install the 3/8” nut, lockwasher and flat washer
removed in Step 1 on “EYE” bolt and tighten securely.
4.
Carefully
remove
cotter
pin, clevis
pin and drilled
[in
from
yoke
end of
crank
rod
assembly
(Figure
3B).
5
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).
6. Place yoke end of crank rod around universal joint,
fling up openings. Insert clevis pin through assembly
and secure with cotter pin. Spread ends of cotter pin
I) lock in place.
7. Check chute crank rod assembly for proper oper-
aion. Rotate chute crank fully clockwise and fully
oounter-clock-wise. Discharge chute should rotate ful-
b the left and fully to the right without the chute crank
binding.
IDTE : Be sure crank does not touch carburetor cover.
SKID HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Tlis snowblower is equipped with two height adjust
skids, secured to the outside
of the auger housing.
Thwe elevate the front of the snowblower.
For
packing purposes, the height skids (figure 1B) are
i1 shipping position and must be adjusted before oper-
a‘mg
your snowblower.
When removing snow from a hard surface area such
as a paved driveway or walk, adjust the skids up to
ting the front of the snowblower down.
When
removing snow from rock or uneven construc-
bn, raise the front of the snowblower by moving the
skids down. This will help to prevent rocks and other
debris from being picked up and thrown by the
algae
To acfiust skids, proceed as follows:
1. Place a block (equal to height from ground de-
sired)
under scraper bar near but not under skid.
2. Loosen skid mounting nuts (Figure 4) and push
the skid down until it touches the ground. Re-
tighten mounting
nuts.
3. Set skid on other side at same height. NOTE: Be
sure that
snowblower is set at same height on
both
sides.
LEFT ‘
HANDLE
\
3/8
‘WASHERS
’// CRANK
EYE BOLT
3/8 JAM NUTS
r
ADJUST NUTS
TO MOVE EYE
U
BOLT IN OR OUT
FIGURE 3A
CLEVIS
PIN
COTTER
PIN
CRANK Rob
ASSEMBLY
DRILLED
PIN
FIGURE
33
\ \ / I
\\ SKID
MOUNTING
NUTS
NNN
HEIGHT ADJUST SKID
FIGURE 4
A DANGER A
Be certain to maintain proper ground clearance for your
particular area to be cleared. Objects such as gravel,
rocks or other debris, if struck by the impeller, may be
thrown with sufficient force to cause personal injury,
property damage or damage to the snowblower.

V
OPERATION
The
operation of
any
snowblower
can result in foreign
objects
being thrown into the eyes, which can result
in
severe
eye
damage.
Always
wear
safety
glasses
or
eye
shields
before
beginning snowblower operation. < WHY WNW
We “recommend standard safety
/__//\
glasses or Wide Vision Safety Mask
for over spectacles, available at
SEARS Retail or Catalog Stores.
Get to know your snowblower and its controls. Be sure
you
(or any other operator) have read and understood
the Operational Precautions listed
on page 1 of this
manual.
A
DANGER
A
Read Owner’s Manual before operating machine.
This
machine can
be
dangerous if used carelessly.
Never
operate the snowblower
without all guards, covers,
and
shields in place.
Never
direct discharge towards windows or allow bystan-
ders near machine while engine is running.
Stop the
engine
whenever leaving
the
operating
position.
Disconnect spark plug before unclogging impeller hous-
ing or discharge chute and before making repairs or ad-
justments. When leaving machine remove the key.
To reduce risk of fire, keep machine clean and free from
spilled
gas, oil and other debris.
Engine
Operating
Controls
The engine operating controls(Figure 5)and their func-
tions
are as follows:
0 Throttle
Control Lever
-
This snowblower is equip-
ped with an engine mounted throttle control lever
used to control
speed of engine.
-
Choke
Lever
- Set
choke
lever
to
ON
CHOKE
posi-
tion to start
a
cold engine.
0 Primer Button - Used
to
inject
fuel
directly
into
car-
buretor manifold to insure fast starts in cool weather.
0
Ignition
Key
-
must
be
inserted
into
ignition
key
slot
to start
engine. Pull out to stop. Do
not
turn
igni-
tion key.
0
Starter
Handle
- This
snowblower
is
equipped
with
a recoil starter.
PRIMER
BUTTON
STARTER
HANDLE
THROTTLE CONTROL
LEVER
FIGURE 5
Snowblower Operating Controls
Refer to: Figure
6
0
Speed
select
lever
allows
the
operator
to use one
of five (5) forward and two (2) reverse speeds. To shift,
move
speed select lever to desired position.
NOTE: Do not move speed select lever while
traction drive clutch is engaged.
0 Auger drive clutch lever - used to engage and
disengage the auger and impeller. To
engage push
down, to disengage release.
0 Traction drive clutch lever - used to propel snow-
blower forward or reverse. Push down to engage,
release to disengage.
0 Crank
- used
to
change
direction
of
snow
discharge.
Turn
handle
clockwise
to
turn
chute
to
right.
Turn
han-
dle
counter
clockwise
to turn chute to left.
0 Height adjust
skid
-
used
to
adjust
ground
clearance
of
auger
housing
(See auger
housing
height
adjust-
ment, page 15).
AUGER DRIVE
TRACTION
DRIVE
CLUTCH
LEVER
CLUTCH
LEVER
AUGER DRIVE CABLE
SPEED
SELECT
LEVER
‘/
TRACTION
‘ DRIVE
SNOW
CH
DEFLECTOR
AUGER
HOUSING
FIGURE
6
0 Snowchute
deflector
-
the
distance
snow
will
be
dis-
charged
can be
adjusted
by
raising
chute
deflector
(Figure 7) for more distance, or lowering
for less
distance.
/
WING
NUT
M
°
FIGURE 7
Loosen wing nut on the side of the snow chute
deflector
to adjust. Tighten wing nut.
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.
4..

Wheel Lock Out Pin
The left hand wheel is secured to the axle with
a
klick
pin. This unit was shipped with this klick pin in the
locked position. (Figure 8A).
For
ease of maneuverability
when
lighter snow
condi-
tions prevail, remove klick pin from wheel locked posi-
tion and insert into single wheel drive (unlocked)
position.
(Figure
88).
Make sure
that
the klick pin
is
in
the
single
wheel drive
position
of
the
axle
only
and
not
through the locked position.
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\
KLICK PIN
\\
LOCKED POSITION .
Vi
K
\4-
FIGURE 8A
SINGLE
WI-IEEL DRIVE
POSITION
\V
FIGURE BB
Pre-Use Check of Snowblower
If the snowblower must be moved without the aide of
the engine, it will be easier to pull the snowblower by
the handles rather than pushing.
On start up, the drive system may be tight and will loo-
sen up as the snowblower is used.
Before servicing or
starting
the
engine,
familiarize
your-
self with the snowblower. Be sure you understand the
function and location of all controls.
Ensure that all fasteners are tight.
Before
Starting
Engine
Your snowblower was shipped with oil in the engine,
however, oil level should be checked before
starting.
1. Position the snowblower
on
a
level surface and
re-
move the oil fill cap. (Figure 9A).
OIL
FILL
CAP/DIPSTICK
\ _ .
FIGURE 9A ~ FIGURE 98
2. After the oil has been checked for proper level
(Figure
QB), replace oil fill cap. Oil level must be be-
tween ”Full" and “Add" marked on dipstick.
3. Initially change
oil after the first two (2) hours of oper-
ation. Use a clean, high quality detergent oil. Be
sure original container is marked: A.P.l. service
“SF”, “SE”, ”SD”
or “SC”. Do not use SAE1OW4O
oil. (As it may not provide proper lubrication).
(Below 32°F or 0°C) use SAE5W30 oil. (SAE10W "
is an acceptable substitute).
(Below 0°F
or-18°C) SAEOW30 is an acceptable
substitution. ‘
4. Subsequently, change
oil after twenty—five (25) oper-
ating hours. If less than 25 hours. change oil every
year.
NOTE: Check
oil
level
every
five
(5) operating
hours
. or
each
time
the
snowblower is used. Over-filling
the
engine
may affect performance. Tighten oil'fill cap
securely to prevent leakage.
Fill the snowblower fuel tank with a fresh supply of
clean, regular or unleaded gasoline. (See engine
manual).
NOTE: Winter grade gasoline has higher volatility
to
improve starting. Be certain container is clean and
free from rust or other foreign particles. Never use
gasoline that may be stale from long periods of
storage in the container. CAUTION:
DO NOT use
gasoline containing any amount of alcohol as it can
cause serious
damage or significantly reduce per-
formance.

A
DANGER
A
Gasoline is flammable and caution must be used when
handling or storing it. Do not fill fuel tank while snow-
blower is running, hot, or when snowblower is in an enclo-
sed area. Keep away from open flame, electrical spark,
and DO NOT SMOKE while filling the fuel tank. Never fill
fuel tank completely; but fill the tank to within 1/4-1/2 inch
from top to provide space for expansion of fuel. Always
fill fuel tank outdoors and use a funnel or spout to
pre-
vent spilling. 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. Keep gasoline in a cool
well
ventilated place; never in the house. Never buy more
than a 30 day supply of gasoline to assure volatility. Gaso-
line
is
intended to be
used as a fuel for internal combus-
tion engines; therefore, do not use gasoline for any other
purpose. Since many children like the smell of gasoline,
keep it out of
their reach because the fumes are dange-
rous to inhale, as well as being explosive.
5. Check to make sure that spark plug is tightened
securely into engine and spark plug wire is attached
to spark plug. If torque wrench is available, torque
plug to
18-23
ft-lbs.
To Start Engine
Be sure that engine has sufficient oil.
The
snowblower engine is equipped with a recoil start-
er. The speed of this engine is controlled by the throt-
tle
control lever (Figure 10). Before starting engine, be
certain that you have read and followed all instructions
on the preceding
pages.~
Cold
Engine Start (Recoil Starter)
(Engine has not been run recently.)
1. Be sure
auger drive clutch lever and traction drive
clutch lever are in the disengaged position,
“RELEASED”
2. Move
throttle control (UP) to “FAST” position. insert
key into
ignition slot. Be sure it snaps into place
(Figure 10). Do not turn key.
3.
Rotate choke knob to “ON" choke position. NOTE:
Do not choke
a
warm engine (See Warm
Engine
Start).
4. Push
primer
button
(Figure 10)
2
times.
NOTE: Do
not
prime
a
warm
engine
(See
warm
Engine
Start).
5. Pull
starter
handle
(Figure 10) rapidly.
NOTE: Do
not
allow
handle
to
snap
back,
but
allow
it
to
rewind
slowly while keeping a firm hold on the starter
handle.
6. As
engine warms up and begins to operate evenly,
rotate
choke
knob
slowly
to
“OFF"
position.
If
en-
gine falters, return to 1/2 choke until it runs smooth-
ly, then move to
“OFF"
choke position.
NOTE:
‘53:.“9': ', W'
Allow
the engine
to warm
up
for
a
few minutes
as
the
engine
will
not
develop
full
power
until
it
reaches
operating temperature.
7. Run engine at or near top speed.
8. To
stop
engine, move
throttle
control
lever
to stop
position and remove key. Do not turn key.
Warm
Engine
Start
(Recoil
Starter)
(Engine still'warm from recent running.)
1. Be sure
auger
drive
clutch
lever
and
traction
dive
clutch lever are in the disengaged
posiion.
“RELEASED”
2.
Move throttle control (UP) to “FAST" position. Insert
key into ignition slot. Be sure it snaps
into
place.
(Figure 10). Do not turn key.
3. CHOKE
KNOB
should
be in “OFF"
position.
Do
not
push
primer button.
4. Pull starter handle (Figure 10) rapidly. NOTE:
Do
not allow handle to snap back, but allow it to rewind
slowly while keeping a-firm hold on the starter
handle.
OIL
FILL
CAP/DIPSTICK
PRIMER BUTTON
STARTER
HANDLE
OIL
/ DRAIN
PLUG
THROTTLE CONTROL
LEVER
FIGURE 10
5. if engine fails to start after a reasonable number of
starting attempts rotate choke knob to “ON” posi-
tion and repeat instruction number 4.
When
engine
starts,
rotate
choke
knob
gradually
to
“OFF” position.
6. Run engine at or near top speed.
7. To
stop
engine, move
throttle
control
lever
to stop
position and remove key. Do not turn key.
IMPORTANT: To help prevent possible freeze-up of
rewind
starter
and
engine
controls,
proceed
as
follows
after each snow
removal
job.
1. With
engine
running,
pull
starter
rope
hard
with
a
continuous
full
arm
stroke
three
or
four
times.
Pul-
ling of starter rope will produce
a
loud clattering
sound.
This is not
harmful
to
the engine
or
starter.

F
2. With
engine
not running wipe all snow and
moisture
from carburetor cover (Figure 10) in area
of
control
levers. Also move
control levers backward
and forward several times.
IMPORTANT: After
each
use
of
the
snowblower,
stop
the
engine, remove the ignition key, remove all accu-
mulated snow from the snowblower and wipe clean.
Store the snowblower in
a
protected area.
Never
cover
snowblower
while
engine
and exhaust
area are still warm.
DO NOT LOSE IGNITION KEY. KEEP IT IN A
SAFE PLACE. ENGINE WILL NOT START
WITHOUT IGNITION KEY.
USE OF ELECTRIC STARTER
-
On models so equipped
WARNING: 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 ELECTRIC SHOCK WHICH
MAY BE INJURIOUS TO
THE OPERATOR. FOLLOW
ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AS SET FORTH
BELOW. DETERMINE THAT YOUR HOUSE WIRING
IS A THREE-WIRE GROUNDED SYSTEM. ASK A
LICENSED ELECTRICIAN IF YOU ARE NOT SURE.
IF
YOUR HOUSE WIRING SYSTEM IS NOT A THREE-
WIRE GROUNDED SYSTEM, DO NOT USE THIS
ELECTRIC STARTER UNDER ANY CONDITION. IF
YOUR SYSTEM IS GROUNDED AND A THREE-HOLE
RECEPTACLE IS NOT AVAILABLE AT THE POINT
YOUR STARTER WILL NORMALLY BE USED, ONE
SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY A LICENSED ELEC-
TRICIAN.
WARNING: WHEN CONNECTING 120 VOLT
“POWER CORD”, ALWAYS
CONNECT
CORD
TO
“SWITCH
BOX” ON
ENGINE FIRST, AND THEN
PLUG THE OTHER END INTO THREE-HOLE
GROUNDED RECEPTACLE.
WARNING: WHEN DISCONNECTING
“POWER CORD", ALWAYS
UNPLUG
THE
END
IN THE THREE-HOLE
GROUNDED
RECEPTA-
CLE FIRST.
Cold
Engine
Start
(Electric
Starter)
(See figures 11 and 11A)
(Engine has not been run recently.)
NOTE:
DO
NOT
PUSH
PRIMER
BUTTON
WHEN
US-
ING
120
VOLT
ELECTRIC
STARTER.
1. Be
sure
auger
drive clutch
lever
and traction
drive
clutch lever are in the
disengaged
position,
“RELEASED”.
2. Move Throttle
Control
(UP)
to “FAST”
position.
In-
sert
key
into
ignition
slot.
Be
sure it
snaps
into
place
(Figure 11). Do not turn key.
3.
CHOKE
KNOB
should
be
in
“OFF"
position
(Figure 11).
4. Connect POWER
CORD
to SWITCHBOX
(Figure
11A).
OIL
FILL
CAP/DIPSTICK
PRIMER BUTTON
CARBURETOR , .
COVER
STARTER
HANDLE
THROTTLE
CONTROL
LEVER
FIGURE 11
ELECTRIC STARTER
FIGURE
1 1A
5. Plug
other end of POWER CORD into a three hole,
GROUNDED 120V, AC receptacle. (See “WARN~
ING” at beginning of these instructions).
6. START ENGINE:
A. Push STARTER BUTTON (Figure 11A) to
engage starter motor and crank engine.
B. Rotate CHOKE KNOB to “ON" while cranking
engine.
‘

NOTE:
THIS
ELECTRIC
STARTER IS
THER-
MALLY
PROTECTED.
IF
OVERHEATED
IT
WILL STOP AUTOMATICALLY, AND CAN BE
RESTARTED ONLY WHEN IT HAS
COOLED
TO A SAFE TEMPERATURE. (A WAIT OF
ABOUT
5
TO 10 MINUTES IS REQUIRED.)
C.
When
engine
starts,
release
STARTER BUT-
TON
and
rotate CHOKE KNOB gradually to
“OFF”.
D. If
engine falters, rotate CHOKE KNOB immedi-
ately
to “ON”
and
then
gradually
to “OFF”.
E. Disconnect POWER CORD from receptacle,
first, and then from SWITCHBOX.
7. As engine warms up and begins to operate evenly,
rotate choke knob slowly to “OFF” postion. If en-
gine falters, return to 1/2 choke until it runs smooth-
ly, then rotatei to “OFF" choke position. NOTE:
Allow the engine to warm up for
a few minutes as
the engine will not develop full power until it reaches
operating temperature.
8. Run engine at or near top speed.
9. To stop engine, move throttle control lever to stop
position and remove key. Do not turn key.
If, after following the preceding instructions, your en-
gine fails to start, have it checked by your nearby Autho-
rized Sears Service Outlet.
Warm Engine Start (Electric Starter)
(Engine still warm from recent running). Proceed with
the following instructions.
NOTE:
Warm engine may start without choking.
NOTE: “WARNING” PERTAINING TO SAFE USE OF
3-WIRE GROUNDED ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ON
PAGE 9. ELECTRIC STARTER - 120 VOLT “AC” ALSO
APPLIES
TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS. REVIEW THIS
“WARNING” BEFORE PROCEEDING.
NOTE: DO NOT USE PRIMER BUTTON WHEN US—
ING 120 VOLT ELECTRIC STARTER.
1. Be sure auger drive clutch lever and traction drive
clutch lever are in the disengaged position,
“RELEASED”. .
2. Move
Throttle Control (UP) to “FAST” position. In-
sert key into ignition slot. Be sure it snaps into place
(Figure 11). Do not turn key.
3.
CHOKEKNOB
should be in “OFF” position
(Figure 11).
4.
Connect
POWER
CORD
to
SWITCHBOX.
(Figure
11A)
5. Plug other end of POWER CORD into a three hole,
GROUNDED 120V, AC receptacle. (See “WARN-
ING”
at beginning of these instructions).
10
6. START ENGINE:
A.
Push
STARTER
BUTTON
(Figure
11A)
to
en-
gage
starter
motor
and crank
engine.
B. Rotate CHOKE KNOB
on
engine
to
“ON”
while
cranking engine.
NOTE: THIS ELECTRIC STARTER
IS
THER-
MALLY PROTECTED.
IF
OVERHEATED IT
WILL
STOP AUTOMATICALLY, AND
CAN
BE
RESTARTED ONLY WHEN IT HAS COOLED
TO
A
SAFE TEMPERATURE. (A WAIT
OF
ABOUT 5 TO 10 MINUTES IS REQUIRED.)
C. When engine starts, release STARTER BUT-
TON and rotate CHOKE KNOB gradually to
IIOFFI’.
D. If engine falters, rotate CHOKE KNOB
immedi-
ately to “ON” and then gradually to “OFF”.
E. Disconnect POWER CORD from receptacle,
first, and then from SWITCHBOX.
7. Run engine at or near top speed.
8. To
stop
engine, move
throttle control lever to stop
position and remove key. Do not turn key.
If, after following the preceding instructions, your en-
gine
fails to start, have it checked by your nearby Autho-
rized Sears Service Outlet.
DO NOT LOSE IGNITION KEY. KEEP IT IN A
SAFE PLACE. ENGINE WILL
NOT
START
WITHOUT IGNITION KEY.
To
prevent
freeze-up
of starter, follow
instructions
on»
page 22, item number 11.

Snowblower
Operation
The most effective use of the snowblower will be es-
tablished by experience, taking into consideration the
terrain, wind
conditions
and
building
location which
will
determine the direction of ‘the discharge chute.
NOTE: Do not blow snow towards a building as hid-
den objects could be blown with sufficient force to
cause damage.
1 . Start the engine as described in paragraph To Start
Engine.
ENGINE WILL NOT START
UNLESS IGNITION KEY Is
lNSERTED
INTO
IGNITION
—
SLOT IN CARBURETOR
COVER. DO NOT TURN
IGNITION KEY.
IGNITION
KEY
2. ,Adjust snow chute deflector.
3. Using crank, position the discharge chute to
discharge snow with the wind.
4. Select proper
speed
for
snow
conditions
as
outlined
below and set speed select lever
to desired position.
NOTE: Always release traction drive clutch lever
before moving speed select lever.
Ground speed is
determined by
snow
conditions. Select
the speed you desire by moving the speed selector into
the appropriate coloured area on the control panel.
Red - Wet, Heavy, Slushy, Extra Deep
Amber - Moderate
White - Very Light
Green - Transport Only
NOTE: When clearing wet, heavy snow, it is recom-
mended that the ground speed Of the unit be
reduced, maintain full throttle and do not attempt
to clear the full width of the unit.
For
additional
operating
instructions
see
“OPERATING
TIPS” page 21.
5. Engage auger drive clutch lever (right hand).
IMPORTANT:
Be sure front Of unit is clear of
bystanders or obstacles before operating.
(Figure 12)
AUGER DRIVE TRACTION DRIVE
CLUTCH
LEVER CLUTCH
LEVER
DISENGAGED DISENGAGED
CLUTCH CLUTCH
ENGAGED
FIGURE 12
ENGAGED
11
. Engage traction drive clutch lever (left hand). As the
snowblower
starts
to
moVe,
maintain
a
firm
hold
on
the handles and guide the snowblower along the
cutting _ path. Do not attempt to push the
snowblower.
(Figure 12)
.
To
stop
fonivard
motion,
release
traction
drive
clutch
lever (left hand). (Figure 12)
. To stop auger, release auger drive clutch lever (right
hand). (Figure 12)
. To move the snowblower backwards, move speed
select lever into first or second reverse and engage
traction drive clutch lever (left hand). To stop,
release traction drive clutch lever.
A
DANGER
A
Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated
areas.
Engine
exhaust
contains
CARBON
MONOXIDE,
an
ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS.
Keep hands, feet, hair
and loose clothing away from any,
moving parts on engine and snowblower.
WARNING —
Temperature of muffler and
nearby
areas
may exceed 150°F. Avoid these areas.
DO NOT allow
children
or
young
teenagers
to operate
or
be near snowblower while it is operating.
A DANGER A
Do not attempt to remove any item that may become
lodged in auger without taking the following precautions:
1. Release auger and drive clutch levers.
2. Move throttle lever to STOP position.
3. Remove ignition key.
4. Disconnect spark plug wire.
5. DO not place your hands in the auger or
discharge
chute. Use a pry bar.

MAINTENANCE
Some
adjustments
will need to be made periodically
tO properly maintain your snowblower.
All adjustments in ADJUSTMENTS/REPAIRS section
of this manual should be checked at least once each
season. The following adjustments should be per-
formed more than once each season.
Auger and Traction Drive Belts - After first 2 to 4 hours
of use and again about mid-season. Twice each sea-
son thereafter. See Belt Adjustment page 15.
All Screws and Nuts
- Should be checked often to
ensure tightness. preferably after each use.
Engine and Snowblower — Lubricate as instructed
in following lubrication paragraph and lubrication
points.
Lubrication
For
lubrication
points,
frequency
of lubrication
and
type
of lubricant, see Lubrication Points following.
1. Check
crankcase
oil level before
starting
engine
and
after each 5 hours of continuous use. Add proper
motor oil as required. Tighten fill cap/dipstick se-
curely each time you check oil level.
NOTE:
Oil level
must be
between
full and
add
mark.
Change
Oil
-
After
first
two hours
of
operation and every
twenty-five hours
Of
operation
thereafter
or
at
least
once
a
year even if the snowblower is not used for twenty-
five hours.
To
Drain
Oil
- Position snowblower so that
the
oil drain
plug
is
lowest point on engine. Remove oil drain plug
and oil fill cap and
drain oil into
a
suitable container
(Figure 13).
NOTE:
Oil
will
drain
more
freely
when
warm.
Replace
oil
drain
plug
and
tighten securely. Refill crank
case with proper motor oil or as indicated in Before
Starting
Engine
section, page
7.
OIL FILL CAP/DIPSTICK
PRIMER
BUTTON
88523"\
a}
\STARTER
HANDLE
OIL
CHOKE l \ / BRA."
/ \ PLUG
IGNITION
KEY -
THROTTLE
CONTROL
LEVER
FIGURE 13
Lubrication Points
Hex Shaft and Gears
FIGURE 14
Hex shafts ‘and chains require no lubrication. All bear-
ings and bushings are lifetime lubricated
and
require
no maintenance. NOTE: Any greasing or oiling of
the
above
mentioned components can cause contamina-
tion of the rubber friction wheel. If the disc drive plate
or friction wheel come in contact with grease or oil
damage
to rubber
friction wheel will result. (Figure
14).
Should
grease
or oil
come
in
contact
with the
disc
drive
plate
or
friction
wheel
be
sure
to
clean
plate
and
wheel
thoroughly.
NOTE:
For
storage
hex
shaft
and
chains
should
be
wiped
with
a
cloth
light/y
moistened
with
motor
oil
to
prevent
rusting.
(See
figure
14).
Wheel Drive Axle
Remove Gas from Gas Tank.
Stand unit on end.
Remove both wheels, grease both axles and replace
wheels - any automotive type grease. (Figure 15). This
should be
performed at
least
once
a
year
and/or
prior
to storage.
0 o
7‘ \3
GREASE GREASE
O
12
«2‘;
'

AugerGear Box
The auger gear box is lubricated
at
the factory and
should not require additional lubrication. If for some
reason
the lubricant should leak out, or if the auger gear
box has been serviced, add Benalene #372 Grease or
equivalent. Maximum 2.5 ounces,
(70 grams) should
be used. Remove filler plug
D
(Figure 16), once
a
year. If grease is visible, do not add. if grease is not
visible, use
a
piece
of
fine
wire, like
a
dipstick
to
check
if
there is
grease
in
the gear
box.
Shell
Darina
1,
Texaco
Thermatex EP1, and Mobiltem 78 are suitable
equivalents.
IFILLERV PLUG
FIGURE 16
13

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\
MAINTENANCE
CHECK
LIST
The warranty on
this
snowblower does not cover items
that have been subjected to operator abuse or
negligence. To receive full value from the warranty,
operator
must
maintain
snowblower
as
instructed
in
this
manual.
The
following
Maintenance
Check List is supplied to
assist operator to properly maintain snowblower. This
is
a
check list
only. Adjustments referred to
will be found
in Adjustments/Repairs section of this manual.
§
§= q. 45"
Service Record
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Fill in dates
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as
as you complete
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$6
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Check Engine Oil Level 0 o 0
Change Engine Oil 0 o o
Tighten All Screws and Nuts 0 0
Check Traction Clutch Cable Adjustment
(See
Cable
Adjustment)
0 0
Check Auger Clutch Cable Adjustment
(See Cable Adjustment) 0 0
Check Spark Plug o 0
Adjust Drive Belts 0 o o
Lubricate All Pivot Points 0 o
14.

ADJ USTMENTS/REPAIRS
A; DANGER Al
Always turn unit off, remove key and disconnect the
' spark plug wire and tie back away from plug before
making any repairs or adjustments.
AUGER
HOUSING
HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
To Adjust Scraper Bar
After considerable use, the metal scraper bar will
have
a definite wear pattern. The scraper bar in con-
junction with the skids should always be adjusted to
allow one-eighth of an inch (3 mm) between the
scraper bar and the sidewalk or area to be cleaned.
To
adjust the scraper bar, proceed as follows:
1.
Position the snowblower on a level surface.
2. Loosen
the carriage bolts and nuts securing the
scraper bar to the auger housing.
3. Adjust the scraper bar to the proper position.
Tighten
the carriage bolts and nuts, insuring that
the scraper
bar is parallel with the working sur-
face.
4. For extended
operation, the scraper bar may be
reversed.
if the scraper bar must be replaced be-
cause of wear, remove the carriage bolts and
nuts and install a new scraper bar.
To Adjust Skid Height
This snowblower is equipped with two height adjust
skids, secured to the outside of the auger
housing.
These elevate the front of the snowblower.
When
removing snow from a hard surface area such
as
a paved driveway or walk, adjust the skids up to
bring the front of the snowblower down.
When
removing
snow
from rock
or uneven construc-
tion, raise the front of the snowblower by moving the
skids down. This will help to prevent rocks and other
debris from being picked up and thrown by the
augers.
To
adjust skids, proceed as follows:
1. Place
a block (equal to height from ground de-
sired) under scraper bar near but not under skid.
2. Loosen
skid mounting nuts (Figure 17) and push
the skid down until it touches the ground. Re-
tighten mounting
nuts.
3.
Set
skid
on
other
side
at
same
height.
NOTE:
Be
sure that
snowblower
is set at same height on
both sides.
It DANGER It
Be
certain
to
maintain
proper ground
clearance
for
your
particular
area to be
cleared.
Objects such as gravel,
rocks
or
other
debris, it
struck by the
impeller,
may
be
thrown with sufficient force to cause personal injury,
property
damage
or
damage
to
the
snowblower.
15
//
SKID
MOUNTIN\G NUTS
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HEIG\HT ADJUST SKID
FIGURE 17
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fifi?
stems
FIGURE 18
Belt Adjustment
Whenever belts are adjusted or
replaced, the
cables will need to be adjusted. (See Cable
Adjustment page 17).
Belts conform to the shape of the pulley during normal
use. If adjustment becomes necessary proceed as
follows.
Traction Drive Belt
Traction
drive belt has
constant
spring
pressure
and
does not require adjustment. Replace belt if it
is
slipping
(See Belt Replacement, page 16).
Auger Drive Belt
Whenever belts are adjusted or replaced, the
cables will need to be adjusted.
(See Cable
Adjustment page 17).
Disconnect spark plug wire.
Remove
belt cover.
Loosen nut on auger idler pulley and move auger idler
pulley towards belt about 1/8 inch (3 mm) (see figure
18). '
Tighten nut.

Have
someone
engage auger drive clutch. Check
tension
on belt
(opposite
idler
pulley).
Belt
should
de-
flect
about
1/2 inch
(12.5 mm)
with
moderate
pressure
(Figure 19).
You may have
to move
idler
pulley
more
than
once
to
obtain the correct tension.
Replace
belt cover.
Reconnect
spark
plug
wire.
BELT
REPLACEMENT
Whenever belts are adjusted or replaced, the
cables will need to be adjusted. (See Cable
Adjustment page 17).
Auger Drive Belt
(see
figure
20)
Disconnect spark plug wire.
Remove
belt cover.
Loosen belt guides
and pull away from engine drive
pulley. '
Loosen nut
on idler
pulley
and pull idler
pulley
away
from belt.
Remove
engine
drive
pulley
and belt.
Position new belt on auger pulley.
Position
belt
onto
engine
drive
pulley
and install
pul-
ley.
Adjust
auger belt. (see Belt
Adjustment,
page
15).
Adjust
belt guides
(see
Belt Guide
Adjustment,
page
17).
Reinstall
belt cover.
Reconnect spark plug wire.
Traction Drive Belt
(see figure 20)
Traction
drive
belt
has
constant
spring
pressure
and
does
not
require
adjustment.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
Remove
belt cover.
Loosen belt guides
and pull away from engine drive
pulley.
Loosen nut
on auger
idler
and pull auger idler
pulley
away from belt.
Remove
auger
drive
belt
from
engine
pulley.
Pull
drive
belt
idler
pulley
away
from
drive
belt.
Remove drive belt.
Position new drive belt onto traction pulley.
Pull idler pulley away from belt, allowing
belt to be
positioned onto engine pulley.
‘ Release idler pulley. Ensure idler pulley is properly
engaged with belt.
Reinstall auger drive belt.
Adjust
belt
guides
(see
Belt
Guide
Adjustment).
Reinstall belt cover.
Reconnect
spark
plug.
16
AUGER DRIVE
ENGINE PULLEY
1/2"
(12.5 mm)
g’ULEL'ZY
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DEFLECTION
ENGAGED
‘— IMPELLER PULLEY
FIGURE
19
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"
GEL?
.
5;
“

Belt Guide Adjustment
(see figure 21)
Remove spark plug wire.
Have someone engage auger drive.
Measure the distance between the belt guides and
belt. The distance should be 3/32 inch (2 mm) for L.H.
guide and 1/4 inch (6 mm) for R.H. guide (see figure
21).
if adjustment is necessary, loosen belt guide mounting
bolts. Move belt guides to the correct position. Tighten
mounting
bolts.
-.
Replace belt cover.
Reconnect spark plug wire.
Cable Adjustment - Traction Drive
and Auger Drive
(see figure 22)
Whenever belts are adjusted or replaced, the
cables will need to be adjusted.
To
check
for correct
adjustment
unhook
“2’
fitting
at
clutch
lever,
move
clutch
lever
to
the
full
forward
posi-
tion (just contacting plastic bumper).
Holding
cable taut,
note
position
of fitting to
hole
in
clutch lever (See Figure 22).
The centre of the “Z” fitting
should
be between the
centre
and
top
of
the
hole
in
the
clutch
lever.
If
Adjustment is
Necessary
‘
(see
figure
23)
Remove gas from gas tank.
Stand blower on end.
Push
cable
through
spring
to
expose
the
threaded
portion of the cable.
Hold
square
end
of
threaded
portion
with
pliers
and
adjust
locknut
in or out until correct
adjustment
is
reached.
Pull
cable
back
through
spring
and
connect
cable.
17
1I4
INCH (6
mm)
R.H. BELT GUIDE
e
L.H.
BELT
GUIDE
’0 0:31:32
INCH
(2 mm)
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AUGER
IDLER
PULLEY
ENGAGED
FIGURE 21
FORWARD
“z"
FITTING
\
CABLE PLASTIC
BUMPER
Control lever must
be in full forward
position Oust
contacting plastic
bumper) when
checking cable
length.
FIGURE 22