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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
944.524593
CRRFT$1VlRH °
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
9.5 HP
27" TWO-STAGE
POWER-PROPELLED
SNOW THROWER
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario
M5B 2B8
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- Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 944.524593 CRRFT$1VlRH ° Caution: 9.5 HP Read and follow 27" TWO-STAGE all Safety Rules and Instructions POWER-PROPELLED Before Operating SNOW THROWER This Equipment • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8...
- Page 2 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 im- &...
- Page 3 6. Whencleaning,repairing or inspecting the snow Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute thrower, stop theengine andmake certain thecollector/ Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge impeller andallmoving p arts have stopped. Disconnect chute is the most common cause of injury associated with thesparkplugwireandkeepthewireawayfromthe snow throwers.
- Page 4 Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Snow Thrower to the nearest Sears Service Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in Canada.
- Page 5 PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON (1) MULTi= (1) FUEL STABiLiZER PACKET WRENCH START (1) POWER CORD (2) SAFETY iGNiTiON KEYS (1) AUGER CONTROL (1) TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL (1) DISCHARGE CHUTE EXTRA SHEAR BOLTS AND NUTS © (2) SHOULDER BOLTS (2) LOCKNUTS 1/4-20 1/4=20 ×...
- Page 6 ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety INSTALL SPEED CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 1 and 2) before you attempt to assemble or operate your new Remove plastic tie securing rod to lower handle. snowthrower. Reading the entire manual will familiar- Insert rod into speed control bracket and secure with ize you with the unit, which will assist you in assembly, retainer spring.
- Page 7 ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL TRACTION DRIVE CONTROL ROD INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 5 and 6) (See Figs. 3 and 4) The auger control rod has the short loop on the end of the spring as shown. The traction drive control rod has the long loop on the end of the spring as shown.
- Page 8 ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION INSTALL DISCHARGE CHUTE / CHUTE ROTATOR INSTALL CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL HEAD (See Fig. 7) (See Figs. 8 and 9) Install remote cable bracket to discharge chute with NOTE: The multi-wrench provided in your parts bag may 5/16-18 carriage bolt and 5/16-18 Iocknut as shown.
- Page 9 OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL 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. These symbols may appear on your snow thrower or in literature supplied with the product.
- Page 10 OPERATION GASOLINE ELECTRIC AUGER DISCHARGE CHUTE CONTROL LEVER START CONTROL BUTTON LEVER DRIVE SPEED DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL LEVER (AUXILIARY) STARTER RECOIL X_ONTROL LEVER HANDLE 'TRACTION CHUTE DRIVE CHOKE DEFLECTOR CONTROL CON- LEVER TROL .H TURN TRIGGER SAFETY IGNITION LIGHT CHUTE FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE...
- Page 11 OPERATION The operation of any snow thrower can result • To engage choke, turn knob counterclockwise. Slowly in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which turn knob clockwise to disengage. can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your snow thrower or performing any adjust- ments or repairs.
- Page 12 OPERATION TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 13) TO THROW SNOW (See Fig. 15) The choke control is located on the engine. Use the choke The auger rotation is controlled by the auger control lever located on the right side handle. control whenever you are starting a cold engine.
- Page 13 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 19) NOTE: The wrench provided in your parts bag may be used CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 21) to adjust the skid plates. The engine on your snow thrower has been shipped, from Skid plates are located on each side of the auger housing the factory, already filled with oil.
- Page 14 OPERATION TO START ENGINE Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes. Engine will not develop full power until it has reached normal operat- • Be sure fuel shut-off valve is in the OPEN position. ing temperature. Your snow thrower engine is equipped with both a 120 Volt WARM START - RECOIL STARTER A.C.
- Page 15 during a heavy, windy snowstorm can blind you and be hazardous to the safe operation of the WARNING: snow thrower. Do not operate snow thrower if weather conditions impair visibility. Throwing snow MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE o TES ..SERVICE AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE f_y_C,._._#v...
- Page 16 MAINTENANCE V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after every 50 Determine temperature range anticipated before next oil hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts change. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. are not adjustable.
- Page 17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Disengage all controls and move throttle control to WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before STOP position. Wait for all moving parts to stop. performing any service or adjustments: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place 1.
- Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 24) The auger and traction drive belts are not adjustable. If the HINT: Insert a 3/8" drive ratchet (in the "ON" position) into belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear, they should the square hole in idler arm and rotate ratchet clockwise be replaced.
- Page 19 TO REMOVE WHEELS (See Fig. 25) NOTE: To seal punctures or prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts • Remove the klik pin and remove wheel from axle. dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion. IMPORTANT: When installing wheel, be sure to use the axle hole closest to the end of the shaft - do not use the...
- Page 20 TROUBLESHOOTING See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears service centre/department. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start Fuel shut-off valve (if so Turn fuel shut-off valve to OPEN position. equipped) in OFF position. Safety ignition switch OUT. Push safety ignition switch IN. Out of fuel.
- Page 21 SERVICE NOTES...
- Page 22 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER -- MODEL NUMBER 944.524593 AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 38 /...
- Page 23 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.524593 AUGER HOUSING / IMPELLER ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 191079 Pulley, Impeller 188909 Bearing Assembly, Flange 155377 Nut, Hex Flange 5/16-18 180355 Bolt, Flat Head, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 72250505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 199879 Bolt, Hex Head...
- Page 24 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER -- MODEL NUMBER 944.524593 CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE -..-...
- Page 25 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.524593 CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE CHUTE PART DESCRIPTION 183334 Knob, Lever 17501010 Screw #10-24 x 5/8 198475 Control Assembly, Deflector 73800600 Nut, Lock 3/8-16 19131316 Washer, Flat 3/8 198473 Control Assembly, Chute Rotater 405784X479 Support, Pivot 150078...
- Page 26 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER -- MODEL NUMBER 944.524593 HANDLES . 13...
- Page 27 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.524593 HANDLES PART DESCRIPTION 405783X479 Lever, Auger Control, RH 405999X479 Lever, Traction Drive Control, LH 178888 Bushing, Flange 169675 Retainer, Hairpin 17060408 Screw, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 178652 Rod, Interlock 196333X008 Arm, Impeller Rod 196334X008 Arm, Traction Rod...
- Page 28 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER -- MODEL NUMBER 944.524593 DRIVE ,5_-/_...
- Page 29 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.524593 DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION 198584 Screw, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4 751153 Nut, Lock 5/16-18 198584 Screw, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1/2 180017 Bearing, Flange 180134 Shaft, Auxiliary 179270 Spacer, Plate 192616X479 Plate, Auxiliary 180082 Gear, Intermediate (12/58)
- Page 30 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER -- MODEL NUMBER 944.524593 CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS 18 2O 43 42 _i>...
- Page 31 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.524593 CHASSIS / ENGINE / PULLEYS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 181044 Spring, Traction Idler 851084 Screw, Hex Head 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 180522 Pulley, Idler (2-1/4) 155452 Guide, Belt - - - Engine, Briggs & Stratton, 192213 Belt Cover Assembly Model Number 20B414-0369-E1...
- Page 32 REPAIR PARTS SNOW THROWER -- MODEL NUMBER 944.524593 WHEELS / DECALS • ..26 18 30 "\!
- Page 33 700279 Clip, Retainer 12000045 Ring, Retaining 146315 Screw, Hex Head, Tapping 5/16-18 x 5/8 PART DESCRIPTION 181037 Decal, Danger 192177 Decal, Craftsman, 9.5HP/27" 181035 Decal, Danger, Deflector 181042 Decal, Danger 183876 Decal, Craftsman 181033 Decal, Instruction 155798 Decal, Traction Lever...
- Page 34 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 20B414-O369-E1 1019 LABEL KIT 48 SHORT BLOCK 1351 24<_ 552_718 718A 742 _'_Y 1330 REPAIR MANUAL _329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE_ 21 _ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 2o @ 883(_ 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 51A_ ®...
- Page 35 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 20B414-O369-E1 1171 13 _ 1278 51A_ 383_ 1352 1298 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 108_ 105 I_ 51A,x 633 @ 51A_ 117 '_ 369 _ 977 CARBURETOR GASKET 51A_ 633@ 137 (_ 137 (_ 1127 ?
- Page 36 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 20B414-O369-E1 1288A 1196 1288 1036 EMISSION LABEL 48688;80S 1224 1252_) 1251 1211 592 ,_ 972_ 1119 334 ,_ 190 _ 1230 663A 562-'___J_ 616_ 892 _990_...
- Page 37 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 20B414-O369-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 696772 696736 Valve-Choke Cylinder Assembly 698340 696735 Shaft-Choke Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 391086 696134 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 0 Jet-Main (Standard) 697233 696135 Head-Cylinder 0 Jet-Main (High Altitude) 694872...
- Page 38 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 20B414-O369-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 695755 Knob-Control 695737 Cap-Fuel 695383 Washer Set-Friction 698180 Valve-Fuel Shut Off 695728 Tank-Fuel 691251 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 696138 Bowl-Float 695344 Dipstick 790221 Primer-Carburetor 691876...
- Page 39 SERVICE NOTES...
- Page 40 Just Call: 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® (1-800-469-4663) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week For the repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For your nearest Sears Parts and Service location, to bring in products like vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics.