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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
944.528117
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Caution:
11 SE
Read and follow
all Safety Rules E G E
and instructions
27" TWO-STAGE
Before Operating
This Equipment
POWE -P LLE
OW TH
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
Sears Canada, inc., Toronto, Ontario MSB 2B8
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iMPORTANT Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers This snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury. WARNING: Snow throwers have ex= Look for this symbol to point out ira= posed rotating parts, which can cause portant safety precautions. It means severe injury from contact, or from ma= CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR & terial thrown from the discharge chute. SAFETY IS I
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6. Whencleaning, repairingorinspectingthesnowthrower, Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute stoptheengineandmakecertainthecollector/impel- Hand contact with the rotating impeller insidethe discharge ler andall movingpartshavestopped.Disconnect chute is the most common cause of injury associated with thesparkplugwireandkeepthewireawayfromthe snow throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the dis- plug. toprevent someone fromaccidentally starting the charge chute. To clear the chute: engine. 1. SHUT
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GENERAL: Craftsman products are warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a specific time period as set-out below (the "Warranty Period"). Warranties extend to the original purchaser of a Craftsman product only. Purchases made through an online auction or through any website other than www.sears.ca are excluded. The relevant Warranty Period commences on the original date of purchase. Within this period, SEARS CANADA, Inc. wilt, at its sole option, repair or replace any pr
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PARTS PACKE E ELY I CARTON (1)MULTi- (1) FUEL STABILIZER PACKET WRENCH (i80684) FRESH (1) POWER CORD SAFTEY IGNmON KEY(S) (193071) (198563) 1111111 (1) AUGER CONTROL ROD (2) FLAT WASHERS (1) DISCHARGE CHUTE EXTRASHF=AR BOLTS ANDNUTS I ÷ (2)SHOULDER (2)LOCKNUTS I (2) CARRIAGE BOLTS BOLT 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 1/4-20 3/8-16 x 2.25 (192090) (73800400) I ROTATOR HEAD MOUN_NG SPRINGS (2) HANDLE KNOBS (169675) (3) RETAINER J (1) WASHER 3/8 (1) LOCKNUT 3/8 (19131316) (73800600) [ r CHUTEDF=FtICTOR REMOTECONTRO
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ASSE BLY/PRE-OPERATION NOTE: The multi-wrench may be used for assembly of the INSTALL TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD chute rotator head to snow thrower and making adjustments (See Figs. 3 and 4) to the skid plates. The traction drive control rod is installed on the snow UNFOLD UPPER HANDLE thrower. . Raise upper handle to the operating position and 1. Remove plastic tie securing rod to lower handle. tighten handle knobs securely. Additional carriage 2. With top end of rod positioned under left side
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ASS LY / P E-OPERATIC INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROTATER INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 5 and 6) HEAD (See Fig. 7) 1. Retrieve vinyl sleeve and spring from bag of parts and retrieve the auger control rod from carton chute tray. NOTE: The multi-wrench provided in your parts bag may Slide straight rod end through the small hole in the be used to install the chute rotater head. vinyl sleeve. Hook spring in hole in rod end. 1. Place discharge chute assembly on top of chute base 2. Hook en
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ASSE BLY/PRE-OPERATION INSTALL CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL (See Figs. 8 and 9) 1. Install remote cable bracket to discharge chute with 5/16-18 carriage bolt and 5/16-18 Iocknut as shown. Tighten securely. 2. Install remote cable eyelet to chute deflector with 1/4-20 shoulder bolt and 1/4-20 Iocknut as shown. Tighten nut securely. Cable eyelet will be loose on shoulder bolt. . Install spring hooks between hex nuts on chute rotater head and into hole in chute deflector as shown. 1/4-20 SPRING C
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PE KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOWTHROWER. Compare the illustrations with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your snow thrower or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. I\1 SLOW CHOKE PRIMER DANGER ENGINE ENGINE FAST OR WARNING ON OFF READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INFORMAT
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OPERATI AUGER DRIVE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR GASOLINE ELECTRIC REMOTE CONTROL SPEED CHUTE FILLER START BUTTON LEVER CONTROL CONTROL CONTROL LEVER LEVER LEVER RECOIL TRACTION _UXlLIAR_ DRIVE STARTER CONTROL HANDLE LEVER CHUTE CHOKE" DEFLECTOR CON- TROL SAFETY IGNITION KEY DISCHARGE ON / OFF SWITCH CHUTE CLEAN-OUT HANDLE TOOL KNOB MUFFLER NOTE: iTEMS ABOVE \ ARE SHOWN iN THEIR TYPICAL TOOLBOX LOCATION ON THE ENGINE. ACTUAL LOCATION MAY VARY WiTH THE ENGINE ON YOUR UNIT. P LATE AUGERS FIG. 10 MEETS A.N.
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PE The DIRECTION in which snow is to be thrown is controlled The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which by the discharge chute control lever. can result insevere eye damage. Always wear • To change the discharge chute position, press downward safety glasses or eye shields while operating on discharge chute control lever and move lever left your snow thrower or performing any adjust- or right until chute is in desired position. Be sure lever ments
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OPERATION USING THE CLEAN=OUT TOOL (See Fig. 14) CAUTION: Do not move speed control lever in certain snow conditions, the discharge chute may be- when traction drive control lever is engaged. come clogged with ice and snow. Use the clean-out tool Damage to the snow thrower can result. to dislodge this blockage. • Slower speeds are for heavier snow and faster speeds When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make are for light snow and transporting the snow thrower. It certain all controls are dise
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OPERATION HiGH CHOKE ENGINE OIL GASOLINE (LOW GROUND CONTROL FILL CAP / DIPSTICK FILLER CAP AUGER II HOUSING STARTER '1 .- SCRAPER BAR BUTTON -_-_ NUTS PLATE / LOW POSiTiON (HIGH GROUND CLEARANCE) FIG. 16 SCRAPER BAR (See Fig. 16) The scraper bar is not adjustable, but is reversible. After considerable use it may become worn. When it has worn almost to the edge of the housing, it can be reversed, PRIMER RECOIL providing additional service before requiring replacement. STARTER Replace a damaged o
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OPERATION Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. Engine will SNOW THROWING TiPS not develop full power until it has reached normal operat- • Go slower in deep, freezing or heavy wet snow. Use ing temperature. the drive speed control, NOT the ON / OFF switch, to WARM START - ELECTRIC STARTER adjust speed. Follow the steps above, keeping the choke control in the • It is easier and more efficient to remove snow imme- "OFF" position. diately after it falls. COLD START - RECOIL STARTER • The
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E A CE MAINTENANCE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE v' v' Check for Loose Fasteners v' V R Clean/Inspect Snow Thrower O V W Check / Replace V=Belts RE Lubrication Chart v' v' Check Engine Oil Level V E N Change Engine Oil Inspect Muffler N Check / Replace Spark Plug v' E Empty Fuel Tank GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRiCATiON CHART The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items (_ SAE 5W=30 Motor Oil that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value
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NTE A CE AUGER GEAR CASE NOTE: The left side wheel may be removed from snow thrower for easier access to the oil drain plug and place- The gear case was filled with lubricant to the proper ment of a suitable container. The unit tilted, resting on the level at the factory. The only time the lubricant needs frame with the left wheel removed, will help drain any oil attention is if service has been performed on the gear trapped inside the engine. (See "TO REMOVE WHEELS" case. in the Service and Adj
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SE ADJ ENTS WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service or adjustments: 1. Be sure the on/off switch is in the OFF position. 2.. Remove Make sure safety the augers ignitionand key. all moving parts have completely stopped. 4. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. SNOW THROWER 2. Remove safety ignition key and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Place wire where it cannot come TO ADJUST SNOW THROWER HEIGHT
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SE ADJ 8. RELIEVE TENSION ON TRACTION DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 20) IDLER and remove traction drive belt from around The auger and traction drive belts are not adjustable. If the pulleys. belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear, they should be replaced. It is recommended that the belt(s) be replaced HINT: Insert a 3/8" drive ratchet (in the "ON" position) into the square hole in idler arm and rotate ratchet clockwise by a Sears service center/department. to relieve tension. NOTE
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SE iCE ADJ ENTS TO REMOVE WHEELS (See Fig. 21) ENGINE Remove the klik pin and remove wheel from axle. See engine manual. iMPORTANT: When installingwheel, be sure to use the in- CARBURETOR nermost hole inaxle and the wheel hub hole. To disengage Your carburetor is not adjustable. Engine performance drive system from the wheels (for pushing or transporting should not be affected at altitudes up to 7,000 feet (2,134 the snow thrower), remove klik pin from wheel hub and meters). If your engine does
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STORAGE FUEL SYSTEM Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, WARNING: Never store the snow fuel hose, or tank during storage. Also, alcohol blended thrower with gasoline in the tank inside fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can a building where fumes may reach an attract moisture which le
