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SWARS owner's manual Model C950-52935-1 [RAFTSMRN 5.0 Horsepower 21 Inch Single Stage Auger Propelled Electric Start SNOW THROWER CAUTION: You must read and • Assembly understand this owner's • Operation manual before operating unit. • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustment Serial No.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION IMPORTANT spark plug to prevent accidental starting during: Preparation, Maintenance, or Storage of your WARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire and place it where it cannot make contact with snow blower. SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR WALK-BEHIND SNOW BLOWER DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT BEFORE READING...
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Take all possible precautions when leaving the snow blower unattended. Disengage the auger/impeller, shift Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for to neutral, stop engine, and remove key. proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe work- ing condition.
3. Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps or glass. 4. In home service. Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman snow blower to the nearest Sears Service Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in Canada.
TABLE OF CONTENTS RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ........OWNER'S INFORMATION ........ASSEMBLY ............ PARTS BAGS CONTENTS: ........TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY ......HOW TO REMOVE FROM THE CARTON ......HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE HANDLE ......N CHECKLIST ..........OPERATION ............ ENGINE AND SNOW THROWER OPERATING CONTROLS ..
1-Knife the unit. TO REMOVE FROM CARTON Locate and remove container of Craftsman 2-cycle oil. Locate all parts packed separately and remove from the carton. Remove and discard the packing material from around the snow thrower. Cut down all four corners of the carton and lay the panels flat.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOW THROWER. Compare the illustrations with your SNOW THROWER to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Auger Drive Lever Chute Deflector Ignition...
OPERATION The operation of any snow blower 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 snow blower Operation. We recommend standard safety glasses or Wide Vision Safety Mask for over spectacles. SNOW BLOWER OPERATION NOTE: If the snow thrower continues to slowly move...
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OPERATION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Mix gasoline and oil as follows: Pour one (1) U.S. quart of fresh, clean, unleaded auto- blended fuels (called gasohol or those using d_lb WARNING: Experiences indicates that alcohol motive gasoline into a one gallon size gasoline con- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tainer.
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OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE • Do not prime if temperafure above 50 ° F (10 ° C). Before you service or start the engine, familiarize yourself • Push twice if temperafure is 50 ° F (10 ° C) to with the snow thrower.
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OPERATION SNOW THROWING TIPS When the handle is raised, the auger blades will engage 10. After each snow throwing job, allow the engine to run for a few minutes. The snow and accumulated ice will melt off the ground and the snow thrower will move forward. When the auger drive lever is released, the auger blades will the engine.
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS FIRST BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY BEGINNING EACH EACH BEFORE PROCEDURE HOUR OFTEN HOURS HOURS HOURS SEASON STORAGE Lubricate Chute Control Flange Check Drive Belt Fuel, Drain The warranty on this snow blower does not cover items that LUBRICATION have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES HOW TO REMOVE THE TOP COVER Top Cover 1. Remove the discharge chute. 2. Remove the fuel cap. 3. Remove the two bolts and nuts (A) from the front of the top cover. 4. Remove the two bolts (B) from the left and right side of the top cover.
ADJUSTMENT/REPAIR making any adjustments or repairs, always dis- WARNING: To prevent accidental starting when connect the spark plug wire and place it where it cannot make contact with the spark plug. HOW TO ADJUST THE CHUTE CRANK Crank Adjusting Bracket If the chute crank will not rotate fully to the left or right, adjust as follows.
ADJUSTMENT/REPAIR HOW TO SET THE DRIVE BELT TENSION The tension of the drive is set at the factory. If the distance Idler Pulley Belt Guide Engine Pulley of the discharged snow decreases, then set the drive belt tension as follows: Loosen Nut, Do Not Remove 1.
ADJUSTMENT/REPAIR HOW TO REPLACE THE AUGER 1. Remove the belt cover. See "How To Remove The Belt Cover". 2. Remove the drive belt. See "How To Replace The Drive Belt". 3. Remove the auger pulley from the auger shaft (threads are left hand; turn clockwise to remove). (See Figure 14).
ADJUSTMENT/REPAIR TO ADJUST THE CARBURETOR The carburetor is not adjustable. Engine performance should not be affected at altitudes up to 7,000 feet. For operation at higher elevations, contact your nearest Sears Store. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Over-speed- ing the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous.
STORAGE OFF SEASON STORAGE Lubricating the piston/cylinder area. This can be done by the tank, indoors or in a poor ventilated enclo- WARNING: Never store the engine, with fuel in first removing the spark plug and squirting clean engine sure where fuel fumes could reach an open oil into the spark plug hole.
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY Difficult starting Defective spark plug. Replace defective spark plug. Engine runs erratically Blocked fuel line. Clean fuel line. Empty gas tank. Check fuel supply, Stale gasoline. Add fresh gasoline. Water or dirt in fuel system. Remove carburetor bowl to drain fuel tank.
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CRAFTSMAN 21" SNOWBLOWERC950-52935-1 REPAIRPARTS PII_CES DE RECHANGE CRAFTSMAN 21" CHASSE-NEIGEC950-52935-1 ENGINE/ MOTEUR 342481 Key No. Nosur le Part schema Description Description pibce N ° de ENGINE (SEE ENGINE MANUAL) _VOIR MANUEL DU MOTEUR) SCREW. 5f16-18 X.75 VlS 511_18 X0,75 180077...
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CRAFTSMAN 21" SNOWBLOWERC950-52935-1 REPAIR PARTS PII_CES DERECHANGE CRAFTSMAN 21" CHASSE-NEIGEC950-52935-1 FRAME COMPONENTS/ BATI 342434 Key No. N Osur le Part schema Description Description piece N ° de BATI DROIT FRAME, RIGHT 760272-853 BATI GAUCHE 760271-853 FRAME, LEFT ROD SUPPORT TRINGLE DE SUPPORT...
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CRAFTSMAN 21" SNOWBLOWERC950-52935-1 REPAIRPARTS CRAFTSMAN 21" CHASSE-NEIGE0950-52935-1 PII CESDE RECHANGE TOP COVER ASSEMBLY/CARTER SUPERIEUR Key No. NOsur le Part No. schema Description Description N° de piece COVER, BOTTOM CARTER VENTRAL 340097 SCREW, lf4 14X .75 VlS, 11,4 14X 9,75 313685...
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TECUMSEH5 HP 2 CYCLEENGINEHSK850-8330C REPAIRPARTS MOTEUR5 HP 2 TEMPSTECUMSEHHSK850-8330CPII_CES DE RECHANGE _"_ 285 9 3go / 370K F-OO1155M...
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TECUMSEH5 HP 2 CYCLEENGINEHSK850-83300 REPAIRPARTS MOTEUR5 HP 2 TEMPSTECUMSEHHSK850-8330CPII CESDE RECHANGE Key No. NOsur le Part No. schema Description Description N° de piece RPM High 3700 to 4000 R_'girTle rl]aximal 3700 "_4000 tr/mi_t 250296A Cylind er Ass'y, (Incl, 75A, 105, 106 & 138) Cylindre (comprend ref.
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TECUMSEH5 HP 2 CYCLEENGINEHSK850-83300 REPAIRPARTS MOTEUR5 HP 2 TEMPSTECUMSEHHSK850-8330CPII_CES DE RECHANGE Key No. Nosur le Part schema Description Description piece N ° de Ca++bu_ete+ +(Irlc]. 184 of Brlghe Parts Us{) Cat+burateur (cornprerld _ef. 184 de la Iiste de piL_es du rnotear) 640086 Throttle Shaft &...
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TECUMSEH5 HP 2 CYCLEENGINEHSK850-83300 REPAIRPARTS MOTEUR5 HP 2 TEMPSTECUMSEHHSK850-8330CPII_CES DE RECHANGE _--7 Key No. Nosur le Part schema Description Description piece N ° de Rewind Starter D{_rnarreur _ _orde 590743 Retainer Fi×al:ion 590740 590616 Starter Dog Doigt de d6marreur 590617 Dog Spring Resse_t de doigt 590645A...
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HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS SWARS Each SNOW BLOWER has its own MODEL NUMBER Each ENGINE has its own MODEL NUMBER. The MODEL NUMBER for the ENGINE will be found on the BLOWER HOUSING. owner's Always mention the MODEL NUMBERS when requesting service manual...