Sears 247.8867 User's Manual
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1. Stop engine whenever you leave the operating position before unclogging the auger impeller housing or discharge guide and making any repairs adjustments or inspections Take ali possible precautions when leaving the unit un attended Disengage the auger impeller shift into neutral slop the engine and remove the key When cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain auger impeller and all moving parts have stopped Discon neci spark plug wire and keep away from plug to prevent accidental starting Do not run engine indoors except when starting engine and transporting snow thrower in or out of building Open doors Exhaust fumes are dangerous Do not clear snow across the face of slopes Exercise ex treme caution when changing direction on slopes Do at tempt 10 clear steep slopes Never operate snow thrower without guards plates or other safety protection devices in place Never operate snow thrower near glass enclosures automobiles windows wells drop offs etc without proper adjustment snow thrower discharge angle Keep children and pets away Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow al too fast a rate Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slip pery surfaces Look behind and use care when backing Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of unit Disergage power to auger impeller when transporting or not in use Use on2. Keps 8 32 Ya 20 x 5 8 56 650832 Screw Hex Washer Hd 8 135372 Crankshaft Powerlok 14 20 x 1 11 16 9 34552 Piston Pin amp Ring Ass y Incl 57 650833 Screw Hex Washer Hd Nos 9A 10 amp 11 Std Powerlok 14 20 x 1 3 16 9 34553 Piston Pin amp Ring Ass y Incl 58 35555 Dipstick Oil Nos 9A 10 amp 11 59 35499 Ring 010 Oversize 60 35554 Tube Oil Fill 9 34554 Piston Pin amp Ring Ass y Incl 62 35540 Clip Tube Nos 9A 10 amp 11 j 66 27878A Vaive Exhaust Incl No 70 020 Oversize Std 9A 34329A Piston amp Pin Ass y Incl 66 27880A Valve Exhaust Incl No 70 No 10 Std 1 32 Oversize 9A 34330A Piston amp Pin Ass y Incl 67 34035 Valve Intake incl No 70 Std No 10 010 Oversize 67 34036 Valve Intake Incl No 70 9A 34331A Piston amp Pin Ass y Incl 1 32 Oversize No 10 020 Oversize 68 27882 Cap Upper Valve Spring 10 27888 Ring Piston Pin Retaining 68A 34689 Seal Ass y intake Valve 11 134332 Ring Set Piston Std 69 27881 Spring Valve 11 134333 Ring Set Piston 010 Oversize 70 32581 Lower Valve Spring 11 34334 Ring Set Piston 020 Oversize 76 32589 Key Flywheel 17 35373A Rod Ass y Connecting Incl 77 29443 Clip Spring Nos 18 19 amp 19A 78 611093 Flywheel w Ring Gear 18 135374 Dipper Oil 79 650880 Washer Lock 19 650908 Bolt Connecting Rod 80 650881 Nut Fly
3. 33263 Gasket Carburetor 43 650836 Screw Hex Washer Hd Thd 117 33877 Pipe Intake Forming 10 24 x v 118 30088A Screw Fil Hd Sems 12 28 x 1 49 129916 i Clamp Governor Lever i Indicates Parts Included in 27 SEARS CRAFTSMAN 8 H P ENGINE MODEL NO 143 796132 Repair Parts KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION 34586 NO NO DESCRIPTION NO NO 119 650378 Screw Torx Fil Hd Sems 159 35438 Knob Chok 5 16 18 x 1 1 8 160 35593 ignition Key 120 27915 Gasket Intake Pipe 161 135305 Wire Ground 121 134587 Bracket Choke 162 610973 Terminal Ass y 122 28820 Screw Fil Hd Sems 10 32 x v2 168 133272A Cover Cylinder Head 123 33377 Bracket Carburetor Cover 169 650802 Screw Hex Washer Hd Taptite Mounting Va 20 x 5 8 124 650767 Screw Hex Washer Hd Sems 170 34154 Plate Fuel Tank Mounting Taptite 8 36 x 5 8 171 650713 Screw Hex Hd 5 16 18 x 5 8 130 34822A Housing Blower 172 34155 Bracket Fuel Tank 131 570682 Primer Ass y 173 1650561 Screw Hex Washer Hd Durlok 132 32180C Line Primer 20 x 5 8 133 34664 Bracket Ass y Control Incl 174 Kaze Screw Hex Washer Hd Thread Nos 134 135 136 amp 138 Cutting V4 15 x 7 8 1434 31342 Spring Compression 1175 34156A Tank Fuel Incl Nos 176 8 135 650549 Screw Fil Hd 5 40 x 7 16 178 136 1610973 Terminal Ass y 176 35355 Cap Fuel Tank 137 650821 Screw Hex Washe
4. KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 631776 Shaft amp Lever Ass y Throttle 2 631970 Spring Throttle Return 3 631778 Shutter Throttle 4 650506 Screw Throttle amp Choke Shutter 5 630768 Spring Regulating Screw 5A 630738 Spring Main Adjustment Screw 6 650417 Screw Idle Regulating 7 632112 Shaft amp Lever Ass y Choke 8 630735 Spring Choke Positioning 9 632174 Shutter Choke 10 630748 Plug Welch 11 7631027 Plug Welch 12 631021 Inlet Needle Seat amp Clip Ass y Incl No 13 13 631022 Clip Inlet Needle 14 632019 Float Carburetor 15 631024 Shaft Float 16 631867 Bowl Float 20 632239 Adjustment Screw Ass y Main Incl Nos 5A 21 23 amp 27 21 27110 Gasket Bowl to Body 23 630740 O Ring Adjustment Screw 24 630898 Screw Idle Adjustment 25 631028 Gasket Bowl to Body 26 632164 Fitting Fuel Inlet 27 630739 Washer 28 632240 Repair Kit Incl Items Marked 632334 Carburetor Comp PARTS LIST FOR REWIND STARTER REY ion DESCRIPTION 1 590599 Pin Spring Incl No 7 9 2 590600 Washer 3 590598 Spring Brake 4 590627 Retainer EE 5 590641 Dog Starter o 7 6 590617 Spring Dog 6 7 590601 Washer 7 9 8 590628 Pulley 4 2 85 9 590451 Rope Starter 5 10 590629 Spring 8 Keeper Ass y 11 590574 Hand
5. 715 0114 Spring Pin Spiral Dia 67 710 0323 Truss Mach Scr 5 16 18 x 75 1 50 10 S S ez 26 05865A 11 Dia Blower Fan Ass y 1 68 750 0190 Spacer 27 1714 0133 Sq Key 3 16 x 1 5 Lg 69 717 0836A Gear Box Complete 28 741 0493 Flange Brg 75 1 0 x 86 70 732 0550 Extension Spring 4 Lg 29 712 0429 Hex Ins L Nut 5 16 18 711732 0599 Extension Spring 3 3 Lg 30 738 0711 Spiral Axle 72 736 0219 Bell Wash 4 1 0 x 1 13 31 736 0188 Fi Wash 75 1 0 x 1 50 73 738 0281 Shld Bolt 625 Dia 32 741 0300 Flange Brg w Flats 755 1 0 74 738 0347 Shld Spacer 625 1 0 33 05845 Bearing Housing 76 754 0357 V Belt 34 710 0726 Hex Wash Self Tap Scr 77 756 0225 Fl Idler 3 12 O D 5 16 24 x 62 Lg 78 784 5048 Brake Brkt Ass y 35 710 0890 i Shear Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 5 Lg 79 784 5426 Brake Link Ass y 36 05923 26 Spiral Ass y L H 80 710 0459 Hex Bolt 3 8 24 x 1 5 Lg 05924 26 Spiral Ass y R H 81 736 0169 L Wash 3 8 LD Not Shown 82 736 0247 Washer 39 1 0 x 1 25 37 721 0176 O Ring 3 4 1 0 83 756 0533 Engine Pulley 38 717 0456 Bevel Gear Housing Lower Half 84 714 0114 Sq Key va x 2 Lg 39 741 0293 Plastic Flange Brg 755 1 0 85 712 0266 Hex Jam Nut 3 8 16 Thd 40 717 0457B Gear 86 Chute Stop Common Hardware May be purchased locally aA SEARS CRAFTSMAN 26
6. For heavy snow insert the kwik pins into the wheel hubs for power drive to both wheels See figure 13 FIGURE 13 2 Single Wheel Drive Remove the kwik pin from the wheel hub on one side of the unit and place in the outside hole in the axle See figure 14 This posi tion allows power drive to one wheel only making the unit easier to maneuver during transport If traction while throwing snow becomes a problem place kwik pin in Dual Wheel Drive position FIGURE 14 TO SERVICE ENGINE The engine on this snow thrower was shipped without oil in the crankcase Oil must be added before engine is started 1 Position snow thrower so engine is level Remove oil fill cap and dipstick See figure 15 Fili crankcase to FULL mark on dipstick about 1 1 2 pints with SAE 10W30 motor oil or equivalent Do not overfill Tighten fili cap and dipstick securely each time you check oil level If temperature is con sistently 20 F or lower 5W30 motor oil may be substituted Fill fuel tank with clean fresh lead free grade autornotive gasoline Oil Cap Dipstick NOTE Oil level must be between full and add mark FIGURE 15 Caution Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and forma tion of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems t
7. Lg 70 710 0188 Set Scr 14 28 18 22 710 0603 Hex Wash Hd B Tap Scr 71 710 0237 Hex Bolt 5 16 24 x 62 5 16 18 x 5 Lg 73 710 0502A Hex L Wash TT Tap Scr 3 8 16 23 710 0459 Hex Bolt 3 8 24 x 1 5 Lg 74 710 0938 Set Scr 4 28 x 25 24 710 0874 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 25 Lg 75 711 0769 Stud 3 8 16 x 3 37 Lg 25 711 0640 Stud 3 8 16 x 2 75 Lg 76 712 0123 Hex Nut 5 16 24 Thd 26 712 0241 Hex Nut 3 8 24 Thd 78 714 0131 Key 3 32 x 5 8 Dia 27 712 0267 Hex Nut 5 16 18 Thd 80 725 1377 Plastic Key Craftsman 28 712 0333 Nut v2 20 Thd 81 736 0105 Bell Wash 38 1 0 x 88 29 712 0342 Hex Jam Nut 3 8 16 Thd 82 736 0119 L Wash 5 16 I D 30 717 0944 Transmission Comp 86 747 0716 Belt Guard Scr 31 732 0429 Extension Spring 3 97 Lg 88 756 0538 Auxiliary PTO Pulley 32 736 0119 L Wash 5 16 1 0 89 784 5396 Engine Plate Ass y i 33 736 0169 L Wash 3 8 1 07 90 713 0394 Chain 420 1 2 Pitch x 41 Links 34 736 0921 L Wash 12 1 0 713 0723 41 Master Link 35 738 0689 Shld Bolt Dia x 175 911 715 0143 Spring Spiral Pin 36 750 0539 Spacer 315 1 0 92 731 0973 Slide Washer 37 754 0356 V Belt 93 738 0766 Free Wheeling Axle 38 756 0536 Flat Idler 1 88 Dia 94 741 0490 Flange Brg w Flats 752 1 0 39 756 0537 Trans Pulley 7 O D x 3L 95 784 5393 30 T Sprocket Hub Ass y 40 784 5314 Trans Idler Arm 96 710 0603 Hex B Tap Scr 5 16 18 x 5 41 784 5315 Trans Support Plat
8. REGULAR SERVICE The Maintenance Check List is supplied to assist the operator in proper maintenance of the snow thrower This is only a check l st instructions for adjustments will be found in the Adjustments Repairs section of this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your snow thrower All adjustments in Adjustments Repairs section of this manual should be checked at least once a season The foliowing should be performed more than once each season All Bolts and Nuts Should be checked often to make certain they are tight preferably after each use Engine and Snow Thrower Lubricate as instructed in the following section LUBRICATION Engine Lubrication Check Oil Level before starting engine and every 5 hours of operation Oil level must be maintained between the and Add marks on dipstick Refer to To Service Engine instructions on page 8 Change Oil after first 2 hours of operation and every 25 hours thereafter Change at least once a year if the snow thrower is not used for 25 hours To drain oil position snow thrower so the oil drain plug is the lowest point on the engine Remove oil drain plug and oil fill cap See figure 17 Drain oil into a suitable container Oil will drain more freely when warm Replace oil drain plug and tighten securely Refill crankcase with SAE 10W30 motor oil SAE 5W30 motor oil may be substituted when temp
9. 4 Remove the hairpin clip shown in figure 23 Unhook the brake spring from the weld pin on the idler bracket vor Figure 23 is show with the chute assembly removed for clarity only lt is not necessary to remove the chute when replacing the belts 5 Using a 1 2 wrench loosen upper left hand belt guard and pivot out of the way Remove the right hand belt guard and cupped washer A 9 16 wrench is required Transfer 6 Roll belt off the engine pulley Lever 7 Unhook the cable from the weld pin on the idler bracket See figure 23 Right Upper Left Do Not Remove Bett Guard Belt Guard FIGURE 24 map NOTE Be certain to check the condition of the drive belt when the two halves of the unit are separated Replace if necessary 9 Using a 15 16 wrench remove the four shoulder bolts and cupped washers which act as belt keepers See figure 25 10 Rol belt off the auger pulley 11 Remove the second hairpin clip from the weld pin on the idler bracket 12 Push the idler to the right to extend the spring Remove belt from between idler pulley and weld pin See figure 25 Weld Pin on Idier Bracket 13 Reassemble new belt in reverse order FIGURE 23 8 Separate the snow thrower into two halves as follows a Move weight transfer lever to the Packed Snow position b Using a 9 16 wrench remove the top bolts which attach the auger housing to the frame assembly Loosen do not remove the bottom
10. CONTROLS Primer The engine operating controls and their functions are Knob Button as follows see figure 9 Tronis Throttle Control Lever Used to control speed of Contro engine FIGURE 9 Choke Knob Use FULL choke position to start a cold engine Primer Button Used to inject fuel directly into the car buretor to insure fast starts in cold weather Ignition Key Must be inserted into ignition key slot lo start engine Pull out to stop Do not turn ignition key Starter Handle Used to manually start the engine An Electric Starter kit is available See Engine Repair Parts section of this manual for kit number SNOW THROWER OPERATING CONTROLS The snow thrower operating controls and their functions are as follows see figure 10 Speed Select Lever Located on the handle panel The speed select lever allows the operator to use one of the six 6 forward speeds neutral or reverse To shift move the speed select lever to desired position NOTE Release the traction drive clutch lever before shifting gears Traction Drive Clutch Lever Located on the right handle the traction drive clutch lever is used to propel the snow thrower forward or in reverse Push tever down to engage release lever to disengage Auger Drive Ciutch Lever Located on the left han dle the auger drive clutch iever is used to engage and disengage the auger and impeller Push down to engage release to disengage Auger Driv
11. SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 247 886700 Repair Parts Drive Mechanism Details SEARS CRAFTSMAN 26 SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 247 886700 Repair Parts L a Zei DESCRIPTION K P ioe DESCRIPTION 1 784 5384 Frame Ass y 47 748 0327 Shit Arm Extension 2 784 5386 Shift Support 48 736 0256 Fl Wash 63 1 0 x 93 O D 3 784 5382 Back Plate Ass y 49 710 0289 Hex Bolt 14 20 x 5 Lg 4 736 0329 L Wash 1 0 50 710 0152 Hex Bolt 3 8 24 x 1 Lg 5 712 0287 Hex Nut 20 Thd 51 710 0603 Hex Wash Hd B Tap Scr 6 710 0599 Hex Scr 14 20 x 5 Lg 5 16 18 x 5 7 710 0623 Hex Self Tap Scr 3 B 16 x 75 53 712 0241 Hex Nut 3 8 24 Thd Lg 54 712 0267 Hex Nut 5 16 18 Thd 8j 736 0217 L Wash 3 8 1 0 55 712 0116 Hex L Nut 3 8 24 Thd Gr 5 10 714 0143 Kwick Pin 56 720 0223 Grip 11 734 1417 Wheel Ass y Comp 57 736 0119 L Wash 5 16 I D 734 1375 Tire Only 58 736 0169 L Wash 3 8 1 0 12 734 0255 Air Valve 59 738 0372 Shoulder Spacer 13 734 1145 Rim Only 60 784 5318 Side Arm Ass y R H 15 741 0401 Sleeve Brg 755 1 0 61 784 5319 Side Arm Ass y L H 16 736 0287 Fl Wash 793 1 0 62 784 5321 Pivot Handle Ass y 17 736 0315 Fl Wash 75 1 0 63i 784 5389 Position Selector Plate 18 750 0442 Spacer 75 1 0 64 746 0692 Clutch Cable 25 5 Lg 201 710 0118 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 75 Lg 65 746 0693 Auger Cable 25 5 Lg 21 710 0442 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 5
12. bolts See figure 24 C Lift up on the auger drive belt to pull the auger housing off the frame assembly The snow thrower will separate into two halves Belt Keepers d Tip the auger housing forward so it rests on the front of the housing FIGURE 25 14 Drive Beit 1 Follow steps 1 through 8 of the previous section 2 Disconnect the drive cable from the traction drive Clutch lever on right side of handle by removing the hex nut and slipping the cable off the weld pin 3 Unhook the spring from the idler bracket See figure 26 FIGURE 26 4 Slip belt from between belt guard and fixed idler pulley as shown in figure 27 5 Usinga 1 8 Allen wrench loosen do not remove the two set screws in the groove of the fixed idler pulley NOTE The two set screws are on opposite sides of the pulley It may be necessary to pull the starter rope slightly to rotate the pulley which will allow access to the set screws Be certain spark plug wire is discon nected 6 Remove the fixed idler pulley and belt Remove belt from around idler pulley 7 Using a 3 4 socket wrench remove the center nut from the drive pulley Slide pulley out and remove the belt 8 Reassemble the new belt following instructions in reverse order 15 FIGURE 27 AUGER SHEAR BOLT REPLACEMENT The augers are secured to the auger shaft with two special shear bolts and hex lock nuts If you hit a foreign object or ice jarn
13. shorten the rod Retighten the hex nuts when the correct adjustment is reached Loosen Hex Nut Left Hand Thread pt FIGURE 20 CABLE ADJUSTMENT Periodic adjustment of the cables may be required due to normal stretch and wear on the belts Adjustment is necessary if there is excess slack in either cable with the clutch lever released To adjust loosen the hex nuts at the cable bracket See figure 21A Place a nickel on top of the rubber stop on the upper handie Raise the clutch lever so it is just touching the nickel See figure 21B Adjust the hex nuts at the cable bracket so the clutch cable s straight without putting any pressure on the rubber stop on the handle Move the hex nuts up toward the end of the cable casing to tighten the cable move the hex nuts down to loosen the cable When correct adjustment is reached retighten the hex nuts at the cable bracket Make certain to slide the rubber cap over the threaded end of the cable casing NOTE There must not be any tension on either cable with the clutch levers in the released position Bracket FIGURE 21 BELT REPLACEMENT Auger Drive Belt 1 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug 2 Disconnect chute crank assembly at the discharge chute by removing the cotter pin and flat washer 3 Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing three self tapping screws See figure 22 A 1 2 wrench is required FIGURE 22
14. snow thrower is designed so the bolts will break to protect the snow thrower Refer to figure 19 If the augers will not turn check to see if the hex bolts have sheared Two spare bolts and hex lock nuts have been provided with the snow thrower Use only original equipment shear bolts and nuts part numbers 710 0890 shear bolt and 712 0429 hex lock nut SPARK PLUG Clean spark plug and reset gap periodically Clean area around spark plug base before removing to prevent dirt from entering engine Replace spark plug if electrodes are pitted or burned or if porcelain is cracked Spark plug replacement is recommended at beginning of each season Refer to Engine Repair Parts section of this manual for proper replacement piug If reusing spark Plug clean by carefully scraping electrodes do not sand blast or use wire brush Be certain entire spark plug is clean Cleck electrodes gap with a wire feeler gauge and reset gap to 0 030 if necessary See figure 2B Install spark plug in engine and tighten securely If tor que wrench is available torque plug to between 18 and 23 foot pounds FIGURE 28 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Go d 8 5 WARNING 9 e If any adjustments are made to the engine while the engine is running e g carburetor keep clear of all moving parts Be careful of heated surfaces and muffler The carburetor has been pre set at the factory and Should not require adjustment However if the car buretor
15. the eyebolt on the chute crank assembly Insert the eyebolt into the lower hole in the left hand side of upper and lower handles and handie panel Secure with 5 16 cupped washer cupped side of washer goes against the handle panel and hex nut Do not tighten at this time 4 Rotate the discharge chute so the opening is fac ing the front of the snow thrower 5 Attach chute crank bracket to the extension on the left side of the chute opening bracket goes beneath the extension as shown in figure 4 Secure with two 34 long carriage bolts 5 16 cupped washers cupped side of washers go against the chute bracket and hex nuts Do not tighten at this time 6 Place one 3 8 flat washer on the end of the chute crank assembly Insert the end of the crank into the plastic bushing in the chute crank bracket See figure 5 NOTE If necessary adjust the hex nuts on the eyebolt so the chute crank does not touch the engine Place the other 3 8 flat washer on the end of the chute crank and insert the cotter pin into the hole in the end of crank Secure by bending the ends of the cotter pin in opposite directions 8 Adjust the chute crank bracket so the spirals on the chute crank fully engage the notches on the chute Tighten the hex nuts to secure the bracket in this position 9 Tighten the hex nuts on the eyebolt at the handle panel 10 Tighten the hand knobs which secure the upper and lower handles CHECK ADJU
16. 0 0201A Chute Crank Knob 20 749 0783 Upper Handle Ass y 54 726 0100 Pushnut 3 8 Rod 21 784 5394 Cable Bracket R H 55 741 0475 Plastic Bushing 38 1 0 22 784 5395 Cable Bracket L H 56 747 0416A Eyebolt 23 784 5431 Clutch Grip Ass y L H i 57 784 5386 Shift Support 24 784 5432 Clutch Grip Ass y R H 58 736 0119 L Wash 5 16 I D 25 784 5433 Handle Panel Ass y 59 710 0116 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 2 0 Lg 26 736 0142 FI Wash 1 4 1 0 x 1 2 O D 60 13359 Lamp Mounting Brkt 31 712 0181 Hex Ins L Nut 3 8 16 Thd 61 725 1300 Headlight 32 712 0241 Hex Nut 3 8 24 Thd 62 725 0586 Headlight Housing 33 712 0312 Hex Nut 3 8 24 L H Thd 770 6675D Owner s Manual Common Hardware May be purchased locally 19 SEARS CRAFTSMAN 26 SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 247 886700 Repair Parts Auger Housing Details D VE RJ de 25 S Se 993 ce oa hy lt 20 4 D SEARS CRAFTSMAN 26 SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 247 886700 Repair Parts 784 0273 AAT DESCRIPTION pex PART DESCRIPTION 1 731 0848 Upper Chute i 41 712 0237 Hex Cent L Nut 5 16 24 Thd 2 710 0276 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 0 42 736 0264 FI Wash 34 1 0 x B n 3 710 0166 Truss Mach Scr 74 20 x 1 43 748 0237 Pinion Gear 4 731 0844 Lower Chute 44 736 0287 FI Wash 75 D x 1 25 51714 0507 Cotter Pin 45 748 0171 Flange Brg 755 1 0 6 710
17. 0451 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 75 46 748 0106 Sleeve Brg 755 1 0 7 741 0475 Bushing 47 738 0649 Blower Axle 8 736 0140 FI Wash 385 1 0 x 62 O D 48 717 0455 Bevel Gear Housing Upper Half 9 05980 Chute Crank Ass y 49 710 0588 Hex Wash Hd Self Tap 10 741 0155 Brg 62 1 0 x 1 38 Scr 20 x 1 00 Lg 11 1750 0118 Spacer 63 D x 88 O D 50 712 0267 Hex Nut 5 16 18 Thd 12 784 5123 Chute Crank Brkt 52 710 0260 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 62 Lg 13 756 0418 5 8 V Pulley 625 1 0 x 53 710 0427 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 2 Lg 7 5 O D 54 1 736 0169 L Wash 3 8 D 14 714 0388 61 Hi Pro Key 3 16 x 5 8 Dia 55 05895 Auger Clutch Idler Brkt 15 738 0154A Shid Bolt 50 Dia x 2 11 56 710 0723 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 25 Lg 16 736 0105 Bell Wash 40 D x 88 57 09966 Knob 17 736 0242 Bell Wash 34 D x 88 58 714 0104 Int Cotter Pin 5 16 Dia 18 710 0255 Truss Mach Scr 20 x 75 60 736 0142 FI Wash Ys 1 0 19 784 5398 26 Blower Housing Ass y 61 712 0107 Hex L Nut 14 20 Thd 20 710 0790 Carriage Bolt 3 8 16 x 62 62 731 0851 Chute Flange Keeper 21 05002 Slide Shoe 63 736 0116 Fi Wash 64 1 0 x 94 22 736 0105 Bell Wash 3 8 1 0 64 712 0923 Hex Jam Nut 5 8 18 Thd 23 712 0342 Hex Jam Nut 3 8 16 Thd 65 736 0231 Fl Wash 344 1 0 x 1 125 24 784 5244 26 Shave Plate 66 712 0158 Hex L Nut 5 16 18 Thd 25
18. S TOWER CHICAGO iL 50684 OWNER S INFORMATION Record the following information about your unit so that you will be able to provide it in case of loss or theft DATE PURCHASED MODEL NO CODE 247 886700 STORE WHERE PURCHASED ADDRESS STATE TELEPHONE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT A SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS PRODUCT CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SEARS STORE FOR DETAILS TABLE OF CONTENTS CRAFTSMAN WARRANTY To Stop Engine OWNER S INFORMATION Operating the Snow Thrower 9 10 MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT Se de MAINTENANCE 10 11 SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2 44 Lubrication Tools Required for Assembly dedi seta STORAGE Contents of Shipping Carton Unpacking pore Installing the Chute Crank Checking Adjustment of Clutch Cables Installing the Headlight Assembly Tire Pressure Final Adjustments OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Engine Operating Controls Snow Thrower Operating Controls To Service Engine To Start Engine ADJUSTMENT REPAIRS Skid Shoe Adjustment Speed Select Lever Adjustment Cable Adjustment Belt Replacement Auger Shear Bolt Replacement Spark Plug Carburetor Adjustment TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE SNOW THROWER REPAIR PARTS ENGINE REPAIR PARTS HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR WALK BEHIND SNOW THROWERS THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
19. SEARS owner s manual MODEL NO 247 886700 CAUTION SEARS CRAFTSMAN Read 26 8 H P DUAL STAGE INSTRUCTIONS SNOW THROWER carefully Optional Electric Starter Available eAssembly Operation Maintenance Repair Parts Sold by Sears Roebuck and Co Chicago IL 60684 Part No 770 65750 R860802 8 38 CRAFTSMAN WARRANTY LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER For two years from the date of purchase when this Craftsman Snow Thrower is maintained lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner s manual Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material and workmanship If this Craftsman Snow Thrower is used for commercial or rental purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty does not cover Expendable items which become worn during normal use such as spark plugs tire chains and shear pins Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence including bent crank shatts and the failure to main tain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner s manual WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty applies only while thts product is in use in the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to stale SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO DEPT 698 731A SEAR
20. STMENT OF CLUTCH CABLES The clutch cables have been adjusted at the factory However check the adjustment before operating the snow thrower Working on one side of the unit proceed as follows Bracket Place a nickel on top of the rubber stop on the upper Flat ER handle See figure 6A Raise the clutch lever so it is Washers just touching the nickel The clutch cable should be straight without putting FIGURE 5 any pressure on the rubber stop beneath the nickel figure 6B There should be no tension on the cable If adjustment is necessary adjust the hex nuts at the cable bracket as instructed in the Adjustment section on page 13 Check the adjustment for the other clutch cable in the same manner C wans There must not be any tension on either of the cables with the clutch levers in the released position Make certain the rubber cap is in place over the threaded end of the cable casing This rubber cap prevents water from seeping into the casing which could freeze and cause the controls not to FIGURE 6 operate correctly Cable is Straight INSTALLING THE HEADLIGHT ASSSEMBLY 1 Insert the carriage bolt on the bottom of the headlight assembly through the hole provided on right hand side of upper handle See figure 7 2 Secure with 5 16 lock washer and hex nut pro vided in the headlight kit 3 Pivot the headlight so it will illuminate the path to be cleared Tighten the cross bolt to hol
21. WHICH IF NOT FOLLOWED COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR SNOW THROWER To reduce the potential for any injury comply with the following safety instructions Failure to comply with the instructions may result in personal injury TRAINING E Read this owner s guide carelully Be thoroughly tamitiar with the controls and proper use of the equipment Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly 2 Never allow children to operate equipment Never allow adults io operate equipment without proper instructions 3 No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or while taking medication that impairs the senses or reactions 4 Keep the area of operation clear of all persons especially small children and pets 5 Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating in reverse PREPARATION 1 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used ang remove all door mats sleds boards wires and other foreign objects 2 Disengage all clutches and shitt into neutral betore starting engine 3 Do not operate equipment without wearing adequate winter outer garments Wear footwear which will improve footing on slippery surtaces 4 Check the fue before starting the engine Gasoline is an ex tremely tlammaole fuel Do not fill the gasoline tank indoors while the
22. box which contains 1 Headlight Assembly 1 Lock Washer 5 16 I D 1 Hex Nut 5 16 18 Thread 2 Cable Ties Hardware Pack plastic bag which contains the plus one chute crank bracket which is not shown 4 hardware shown in figure 1 shown actual size UNPACKING Handle 1 FIGURE 2 Eyebolt Hex Nut FIGURE 3 1 5 2 3 Cut the four corners the carton from top to bot tom Lay the panels flat on the ground 2 Remove all packing inserts Make certain all loose parts and literature have been removed before discarding the inserts or carton The control cables may be taped to the handles for shipping purposes only Remove any tape that is present Loosen the hand knobs on each side of the unit See figure 2 Raise the upper handle into operating position Do not tighten the hand knobs at this time Pull the snow thrower out of the carton by the handle INSTALLING THE CHUTE CRANK NoTE Reference to right and left hand side of the snow thrower is from the operator s position at the handle Secure the right hand side of upper and lower handles and handle panel with 2 long carriage bolt 5 16 cupped washer and hex nut See figure 3 Install the carriage bolt into the lower hole with the head of the carriage bolt to the outside Cupped side of washer goes against the handle panel Tighten securely Thread one 5 16 hex nut about halfway into
23. d Use clutch lever Release the auger drive clutch lever to stop a slower ground speed for wet heavy or deep the snow throwing action snow Reduce speed if the wheels slip Operate the engine at full throttle for maximum efficiency Operating Tips 7 2 2 9 9 5 5 5 0 1 For most efficient snow removal remove snow im t WARNING mediately after it falls Be certain the traction drive clutch 2 Discharge snow downwind whenever possible lever is released before moving the speed Slightly overlap each previous swath Select lever 3 Set the skid shoes 1 4 below the scraper bar for 5 Making certain no bystanders or obstacles are in normal usage The skid shoes may be adjusted up front of the unit engage the auger drive clutch ward for hard packed snow Adjust downward rais lever located on lett handle ing the scraper bar when using on gravel or uneven surfaces 6 Engage the traction drive clutch lever located on the right handle As the snow thrower starts to 4 Be certain to follow the precautions listed under move maintain a firm hold on the handle and Stop Engine on page 9 to prevent possible guide the snow thrower along the path to be freeze up cleared Do not attempt the push the snow thrower 5 Clean the snow thrower thoroughly after each use MAINTENANCE A Uc Disconnect the spark plug wire before performing any repairs or maintenance SERVICE RECORD FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE
24. d the headlight in this position See figure 7 4 Route the wire behind the handle panel and to the inside of the handle as shown in figure 8 Route it to the inside of the fuel line Plug the wire from the headlight into the wire lead on the engine located beneath the fuel tank FIGURE 7 5 Secure the wire to the upper handle using one cable tie as shown in figure 8 Loop any excess wire and attach it to the lower handle with the other cable tie as shown TIRE PRESSURE The tires are overinflated for shipping purposes Check the tire pressure and reduce to 15 to 20 psi The tire pressure must be equal in both tires FINAL ADJUSTMENTS Before operating the snow thrower adjust the skid shoes to accomodate the type of surface to be cleared and check the adjustment of the speed select lever Refer to Skid Shoe Adjustment and Speed Select Lever Adjustment in Adjustments Repairs section on page 12 FIGURE 8 Line OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DANGER STOP ENGINE BEFORE REMOVING DEBRIS AND SERVICING UNIT KEEP CLEAR OF IMPELLER WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE AT BYSTANDERS OR WINDOWS OR ALLOW ANYONE IN FRONT OF UNIT 4 THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE AREA WHERE THE EQUIPMENT IS TO BE USED AND REMOVE ALL DOOR MATS SLEDS BOARDS WIRES AND OTHER FOREIGN OBJECTS 5 REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR FULL INSTRUCTIONS Starter Handle Ignition Key ENGINE OPERATING
25. e Clutch Lever Traction Drive Clutch Lever FIGURE 10 Discharge Chute The direction snow is thrown can be changed by turning the chute crank See figure 10 Turn clockwise to discharge to the left Turn counterclockwise to discharge to the right The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by raising the discharge chute for greater distance or lowering for less distance See figure 11 Loosen the hand knob on the side of the discharge chute to adjust Pivot the chute to desired position and retighten hand knob Hand Knob FIGURE 11 Weight Transfer Lever Located on the right side of the snow thrower Move the lever away from the engine then forward or backward to select one of three posi tions for operation See figure 12 1 Packed Snow Shifts additional weight to the snow thrower housing to keep the front end down to the ground for hard packed or icy snow con ditions 2 Normal Snow Weight is distributed more evenly for norma snow removal 3 Light Snow Weight is shifted toward the back of the snow thrower Use this position when clearing alight snowfall especially on gravel or uneven sur faces This is also the best position for transport Weight Transfer Lever FIGURE 12 Drive Wheels The wheels may be adjusted for two different methods of operation The adjustment is made by moving the pin on the ends of the axle to one of two different positions 1 Dual Wheel Drive
26. e Lg 42 714 0129 Key 97 731 1042 Belt Cover 43 143 796132 Engine 98 723 0396 Tire Chains 44 710 0559 Hex Bolt 28 x 1 75 Lg 99 726 0175 Clamp 45 736 0270 Bell Wash 1 4 1 0 100 725 0157 Cable Tie 46 784 5390 Shift Arm Common Hardware May be purchased locally Early Production Uses 710 0781 Hex Wash Hd B Tap Scr 3 8 16 x 875 Lg 23 SEARS CRAFTSMAN 26 SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 247 886700 Repair Parts Transmission Model No 143 700031 27 P N ae SS i fon bo fe de 7 0 d Net e i a d j 2 11 E a 2 22 8 5 NOTE Lubricate with 12 oz of ea Benalene Grease Part Number 737 0223 10 o2 tube Se 32 SEARS CRAFTSMAN 26 SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 247 886700 Repair Parts Transmissio n Model No 143 700031 PART EY NO JE DESCRIPTION Aot NOS DESCRIPTION 1 770061 Case Transmission 20 786077 Sprocket 7 Teeth 2 772083 Cover Transmission 27 780105 Bushing Flanged 3 776238 Shaft Output 28 786062A Chain Roller No 41 Chain 4 778209 Gear Spur 19 Teeth 22 Links 5 778190 Gear Spur 22 Teeth 29 780072 Washer Thrust 6 778187 Gear Spur 25 Teeth 30 780086 Bearing Needle 7 778185 Gear Spur 30 Teeth 31 792072 Ring Retaining 8 778183 Gear Spur 35 Teeth 32 792035 Ring Retaining 778191 Gear Spur 37 Teeth 33 780139 Washer Thr
27. each an open flame spark or pilot light such as on a furnace water heater clothes dryer etc it is important to prevent gun deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor fuel hose or fuel tank during storage Also experience in dicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasoho or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during Storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Follow these instructions 1 Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine Stops due to lack of fuel 2 Disconnect fuel line at carburetor or fuel tank Be careful not to damage fuel line fittings or fuel tank Drain any remaining fuel from the system A Cc Drain fuel into approved container outdoors away from open flame sp NOTE If gasohol has been used complete the preceding instructions Then put a small amount of unleaded or regular grade gasoline into fuel tank and repeat steps 1 and 2 3 Change oil if it has not been changed recently Refer to Maintenance section 4 Remove the spark plug and squirt one ounce of clean engine oil into spark plug hole Cover the spark plug hole with a clean rag Pull the starter rope slowly to allow the piston to coat the internal engine parts Reinstall the spark plug Do not con nect s
28. engine is running or while the engine is still hot Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilled gasoline betore starting the engine as it may cause a fire or explosion 5 Use a grounded three wire plug in for all units witn electric drive motors or electric starting motors 6 Adjust auger housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surface 7 Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is run ning except where specifically recommended by manutacturer 8 Lelengine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature before starting to clear snow 9 Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an adjustment repair to 1 eyes irom foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine any direction OPERATION 1 Do not put hands or teet near rotaling parts Keep clear of 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 Do not carry passengers 3 Aher sinking a foreign object stop the engine remove wire from spark plug and thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower 4 If the snow thrower should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine and check immediately for the cause Vibralion is generally a warning of trouble 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 M 1
29. er 17 SEARS CRAFTSMAN 26 SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 247 886700 Repair Parts Handle Details SEARS CRAFTSMAN 26 SNOW THROWER MODEL NO 247 886700 Repair Parts ec SPART DESCRIPTION Mat DESCRIPTION 1 09966 Hand Knob 34 712 0711 Hex Jam Nut 3 8 24 Thd 2 1710 0136 Hex Bolt 20 x 1 75 Lg 35 723 0156 Ball Joint Ass y 3 8 24 Thd 3 710 0216 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 75 Lg 36 723 0351 Ball Joint Ass y 3 8 24 L H Thd 5 710 0572 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 2 5 Lg 37 736 0169 L Wash 3 8 1 0 6 712 0291 Hex L Nut 20 Thd 39 736 0185 Fi Wash 406 1 0 7 712 0798 Hex Nut 318 16 Thd 40 736 0256 FI Wash 635 1 0 8 712 0392 Hex Lock Stop Nut 92 28 Thd 41 736 0219 Bell Wash 39 1 0 9 712 0267 Hex Nut 5 16 18 Thd 42 738 0372 Shoulder Spacer 10 731 0496 Plastic Plug 43 747 0577 Shift Rod 11 735 0199 Rubber Bumper 45 784 5390 Shift Arm 12 736 0169 L Wash 3 8 1 0 46 784 5392 Shift Lever Ass y 13 736 0242 Bell Wash 345 1 0 47 720 0218 Shift Knob 14 738 0560 Shld Bolt 374 Dia 48 710 0487 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 2 Lg 15 738 0561 Shid Nut 20 Thd 49 784 5388 Bottom Cover 16 746 0692 Clutch Cable 25 5 Lg 50 710 0599 Hex TT Tap Scr 14 20 x 5 Lg 17 746 0693 Auger Cable 25 5 Lg 51 05980 Chute Crank Ass y 18 749 0779 Lower Handle R H 52 715 0138 Roll Pin 1 8 Dia 19 749 0780 Lower Handle L H 53 72
30. erature is consistently 20 F or lower Oil Dipstick i NOTE Oil level must be between Plug full and add mark FIGURE 17 11 Drive Chain Using engine oil lubricate the drive chain after each 10 hours of operation and before Storage as follows 1 Make certain the speed select lever is in Neutral Tip the snow thrower forward so it rests on the housing 2 There are two openings in the bottom cover The drive chain can be oiled through the left opening Turn the left wheel by hand to rotate the chain so the entire chain can be lubricated Pivot Points Grease pivot slots and pivot arms both sides of unit before each season before storage and after each 10 hours of operation using a multi purpose automotive grease See figure 18 After applying grease work the weight transfer lever back and forth to distribute the grease NOTE Figure 18 is shown with the wheel removed for clarity only It is not necessary to remove the wheel to lubricate the pivot slots and pivot arms FIGURE 18 Transmission The transmission is lubricated at the factory and does require not additiona lubrication the transmission is disassembled for service lubricate with 12 ounces of Benalene grease Order part number 737 0223 10 ounce tube through your nearest Sears Service Center STORAGE 7 Never store engine with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated enclosures where fumes may r
31. gainst the ground to avoid uneven wear Uneven or Rocky Surfaces When removing snow from uneven rocky or gravel sur faces raise the scraper bar by moving the skid shoes down to avoid throwing gravel Adjust as instructed above using thicker objects under the scraper bar to act as spacers NOTE Both the skid shoes and the shave plate are subject to wear and should be replaced when necessary Shear Bolts Normal Hard Skid Surfaces Shoe FIGURE 19 SPEED SELECT LEVER ADJUSTMENT To check the neutral adjustment for the speed select lever proceed as follows Place the speed select lever in the Neutral position With the traction drive ciutch lever right hand clutch grip engaged roll the unit back and forth It should move freely Move the shift lever to Reverse position Engage the traction drive clutch lever and the unit back and forth The wheels should lock up If adjustment is needed loosen the hex nuts near the top and bottom of the speed select rod bottom nut has left hand threads See figure 20 Place the unit in neutral unit will roll freely with the traction drive clutch lever engaged Check to see that the speed select lever lines up with the on the handle panel If the indicator on the lever is to the left of the N turn the rod clockwise to lengthen the rod as shown in figure 20 If the indicator on the lever is to the right of the N turn the rod counterclockwise to
32. he fuel system should be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See Storage section of this manual for additional infor mation Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur eo 9999 99 9 t WARNING Never fill fuet tank indoors when engine is running or while engine is still hot Never fill fuel tank completely Fill tank to within 1 4 to 1 2 inch from the top to provide space for expansion of fuel Wipe up any spilled fuel before Starting engine Store gasoline in a clean approved container 3 Make certain the spark plug is tightened securely into engine and spark plug wire is attached to spark plug H torque wrench is available torque plug to between 18 and 23 foot pounds TO START ENGINE 1 Make certain the auger and traction drive clutch levers are in the disengaged released position 2 Move throttle control up to FAST postion Insert ig nition key into slot See figure 16 Be certain it snaps into place Do not turn key Rotate choke knob to FULL choke position cold engine start engine is warm place choke in OFF position in stead of FULL 16 If engine is warm push primer button once only 4 Push primer button two or three times See figure 99 9 9 9 0 0 WARNING EN Temperature of muffler and surround
33. ing NOTE areas may exceed 150 F Avoid these areas Always cover vent hole in primer button with finger while pushing Additional priming may be necessary for the first Start if temperature is below 15 F 5 Grasp starter handle see figure 16 and pull rope out slowly until it pulls slightly harder Let rope re wind slowly AVOID INJURY FROM STOP THE ENGINE ROTATING AUGER BEFORE UNCLOGGING KEEP HANDS FEET DISCHARGE CHUTE AND CLOTHING AWAY Starter Handle TO STOP ENGINE Ignition Primer 1 Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to Key Button help dry off any moisture on the engine Choke Throttle 2 To prevent possible freeze up of starter pro Knob Control ceed as follows With engine running pull starter FIGURE 16 rope with a rapid continuous full arm stroke three or four times Pulling the starter rope will produce 6 Pull starter handle rapidly Do not allow handle to a loud clattering sound which is not harmful to the snap back Allow it to rewind slowly while keeping engine or starter rter handle 2 PCT Ihe Sianer nande 3 To stop engine remove the ignition key Do not turn key Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting while If recoil starter is frozen and will not equipment is unattended crank the engine proceed as follows a Pull as much rope out of the starter as NOTE possible b Release starter handle a
34. l not shift Unit fails to propel itself Unit fails to discharge snow TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Fuel tank empty or stale tuel Biocked fuel line Key not in switch on engine Spark plug wire disconnected Faulty spark plug CORRECTIVE ACTION Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline Clean fuel line insert key Connect wire to spark plug Clean adjust gap or replace Unit running on CHOKE Blocked fuel line or stale fuel Water or dirt in fuel system Carburetor out of adjustment Spark plug wire loose Gas cap vent hole plugged Carburetor not adjusted properly Engine oi level low Loose parts or damaged 1mpeller Speed select rod misadjusted Unit in neutral Kwik pins not in proper position Incorrect adjustment of traction drive cable Drive belt loose or damaged Transmission problem Shear boit broken Discharge chute clogged Foreign object lodged in auger Incorrect adjustment of auger drive cable Auger drive bell loose or damaged Turn choke knob to OFF position Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline Remove carburetor bowl to drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel Adjust carburetor see Carburetor Adjustment in Adjustments Repairs section of this manual Connect and tighten spark plug wire Remove ice and snow from cap Be certain vent hole is clear Adjust ca
35. le Mitten Grip Not 4 Included w Starter 3 12 590631 Housing Ass y Starter 2 590630 3 Rewind Starter Comp SEARS CRAFTSMAN OPTIONAL 120 VOLT ELECTRIC STARTER KIT NO 143 88924 650819 um 32450B HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS Each SNOW THROWER has its own MODEL NUMBER Each ENGINE has its own MODEL NUMBER The MODEL NUMBER for the ENGINE will be found on the ENGINE BLOWER HOUSING SEAIRS owner s manual Always mention these MODEL NUMBERS when requesting service or Repair Parts for your SNOW THROWER All parts listed herein may be ordered through any Sears Service Center Departments and most Sears Stores WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOW ING INFORMATION PART NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION MODEL NUMBER 247 886700 NAME OF THE ITEM SNOW THROWER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143 796132 MODEL NO 247 886700 SEARS SERVICE Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider that is at Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained techni cians professional technicians specifically trained on Sears products YO U R having the parts tools and equipment to insure that we meet our pledge 5 to you we service what we sell 1 SERVICE Sold by Sears Roebuck and Co Chicago IL 60684 Part 770 66750 8880802 8 08 Printed in U S A
36. ly attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of snow thrower such as wheel weights counterweights cabs etc Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility light Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles Walk never run AINTENANCE AND STORAGE Check shear bolts engine mounting bolts etc at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure equipment is in safe working condition Never store the machine with fuel in the tuel lank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot waler and space heaters clothes dryers and the like Allow engine to before storing in any enclosure Always reter to owner s manual instructions for important details if snow thrower is to be stored for an extended penod Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Run machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze up of auger impeller ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS gt Carriage Bolt 2 Long 2 LZ a 3 e uc 5 16 Cupped Washers TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 1 Knife to cut carton 2 V Wrenches or Adjustable Wrenches 1 Pair of Pliers 1 9 16 Wrench or Adjustable Wrench CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON Snow Thrower completely assembled except for the chute crank assembly headlight and upper handle which has been folded down for shipping Chute Crank Assembly Headlight Kit small
37. nd let it snap Do not lose ignition key Keep it in a back against the starter safe place Engine will not start Only use the above procedure when without the ignition key necessary to free a frozen starter 4 Wipe all snow and moisture from the carburetor Cover in the area of the control levers Also move control levers back and forth several times Move throttle control lever to FAST and leave in this posi tion Move choke control to FULL choke position OPERATING THE SNOW THROWER 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 until engine starts If engine fails to start repeat steps 4 5 and 6 until engine starts 8 As engine warms up and begins to operate even ly rotate choke knob slowly to OFF position If engine falters return to FULL choke then slowly 1 Start the engine as instructed previously move to OFF position 2 Adjust the discharge chute up or down as desired Then use the chute crank to position the discharge NOTE to discharge snow with the wind Do not throw Allow the engine to warm up for a few snow toward a building as hidden objects could be minutes as the engine will not develop discharged with enough force to cause damage full power until it reaches operating 3 Make certain the weight transfer lever is position temperature ed as necessary for current snow conditions 4 With the traction drive clutch lever released use To stop the forward motion release the traction drive the speed select lever to set desired spee
38. needs adjustment proceed as follows See figure 29 1 Close high speed adjusting screw by hand Do not overtighten Then open it 1 1 4 to 1 1 2 turns 2 Close idie adjusting screw by hand Do not over lighten Then open it 1 1 4 to 1 1 2 turns 3 Start the engine and allow it to warm up 4 Setthe throttle control to FAST Adjust high speed adjusting screw in or out until the engine runs smoothly at full throttle If the engine has a tenden cy to stall under load open high speed adjusting screw slightly to obtain a richer fuel mixture 5 Set the throttle control to SLOW Adjust idle ad justing screw in or out until the engine runs smoothly at idle 16 Allow the engine to run undisturbed for a few seconds between each new setting so that the engine can react to each setting ape be dr dp ede e warninc 9 9 9 9 a Never tamper with the engine governor which is set at the factory for proper engine speed Overspeeding the engine above factory high speed setting is dangerous If you think the engine governed high speed needs adjusting contact your nearest SEARS Service Center who has the proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments Idle Adjustment Needie Close Finger Tight Only High Speed Adjustment Needle Close Finger Tight Only FIGURE 29 Engine fails to start Engine runs erratic Loss of power Engine overheats Excessive vibration Hard 10 shift or wil
39. park plug wire 5 Thoroughly clean the snow thrower If unit is to be Stored in an unventilated or metal storage shed coat any metal parts with a light oil or silicone to prevent rust 6 Store in a clean dry area ADJUSTMENTS REPAIRS WARNING Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before performing any adjustments or repairs SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT The snow thrower is equipped with two adjustable skid shoes located on each side of the auger housing The Skid shoes determine the distance between the scraper bar and the ground which varies according to the type of surface to be cleared Normal Hard Surfaces When removing snow from a normal hard surface such as a paved driveway or walk the skid shoes should be adjusted to be approximately 1 4 lower than the scraper bar To adjust proceed as follows 1 Place the weight transfer lever in the Normal Snow middle position 2 certain both tires are inflated equaily 15 to 20 psi and that neither tire is resting on a link of the tire chains 3 Place the threaded ends of the spare shear bolts provided in hardware pack under the scraper bar one at each end See figure 19 4 Loosen the four hex nuts on the skid shoes Push each skid shoe up or down until it touches the ground Retighten the hex nuts securely Make certain the snow thrower is set at the same height on both sides and the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is a
40. r Hd Thread 177 30705 Line Fue Cutting 10 32 1 2 1178 26460 Clamp Fuel Line 138 34663 Spring Speed Control 1187 35056 Muffler 139 34667 Link Governor 188 31588 Plate Lock 140 33878 Link Governor to Throttle 189 1792093 Screw Flanged Hex Hd 143 650788 Screw Hex Hd Spinlock 5 16 18 x 4 3 16 Thread Forming 5 16 18 x 194 35287 Hub Starter 144 29747B Screw Phil Hex Hd Sems 195 35446 Screen Starter 5 16 24 x 21 32 196 29752 Nut amp Lock Washer 28 145 33013 Cover Starter Hole 197 590574 Starter Handle Mitten Grip 146 650760 Screw Pan Hd Taptite 8 32 198 650168 Washer Flat x 3 8 199 35392 Plug Starter 147 35440 Knob Control 210 34346 Decal Instruction 152 34126 Bracket Grommet Mounting 210B 35077 Decal Choke 153 28545 Grommet Plastic 210C 34144 Decal Primer 154 650760 Screw Pan Hd Taptite 8 32 210D 34414 Decal Warning Bilingual x 3 8 212 632334 Carburetor Incl No 115 155 35057 Cover Carburetor 213 590630 Starter Rewind 156 28942 Screw Hex Washer Hd Sems 215 33279F Gasket Set Incl Items i 10 32 x 3 8 Marked 157 650765 Screw Hex Washer Hd Self 216 Electric Start Kit No 143 88924 Drilling 10 32 x v2 Optional Order as an 158 Rod Choke accessory Indicates Parts Included in Gasket Set Ref No 215 28 SEARS CRAFTSMAN 8 H P ENGINE MODEL NO 143 796132 Repair Parts PARTS LIST FOR CARBURETOR
41. rburetor see Carburetor Adjustment in Adjustments Repairs section of this manual Fill crankcase with the proper oil Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire Tighten all bolis and nuts Make all necessary repairs If vibration continues have unit serviced by a SEARS Service Center Readjust speed select rod see Speed Select Lever Adjustment in Adjustments Repairs section of this manual Move speed select lever to one of the 6 forward speeds or reverse readjust speed select lever if needed Place kwik pins in wheel hub Adjust traction drive cable Refer to Cable Adjustment in Adjustments Repairs section of this manual Replace drive belt Refer to Belt Replacement in Adjustments Repairs section of this manual Have unit serviced by a SEARS Service Center Replace shear bolt Refer to Auger Shear Bolt Replacement in Adjustments Repairs section of this manual Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire Clean discharge chute and inside of auger housing Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire Remove object from auger Adjust auger drive cable Refer to Cable Adjustment in Adjustments Repairs section of this manual Replace auger drive belt Reter to Belt Replacement in Adjusiments Repairs section this manual NOTE For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above please contact your nearest SEARS Service Cent
42. ust 9 784266 Collar Shift 34 788040 Ring Retaining 10 786060 Sprocket 14 Teeth 35 784347 Rod and Fork Ass y Shift 11 786061 Sprocket 10 Teeth 36 792073 Screw Flanged Hex Hd Thd 12 776134 Shaft Counter Forming 20 x 174 13 778137 Gear Bevel 42 Teeth 37 792089A Key 13A 778192 Gear Spur 12 Teeth 40 792077 Ball Steel 5 16 14 778193 Gear Spur 15 Teeth 41 792078 Screw Set 3 8 16 x 3 8 14A 778184 Gear Spur 20 Teeth 42 792079 Spring 15 778186 Gear Spur 25 Teeth 43 780108 Wash Thrust 16 778189 Gear Spur 28 Teeth 44 792074 Plug 17 778163 Gear Spur 31 Teeth 45 792001 Q Ring 18 776140 Shaft Input 461788054 Gasket 19 778113A Bevel Pinion Input 143 700031 Transmission 25 SEARS CRAFTSMAN 8 H P ENGINE MODEL NO 143 796132 Repair Parts Model and Serial 131 Numbers Here SEARS CRAFTSMAN 8 H P ENGINE MODEL NO 143 796132 Repair Parts KEY PART KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 35385 Cylinder Incl Nos 3 4 amp 5 50 29826 Screw Hex Washer Hd 2 650820 Screw Hex Hd Shoulder 10 32 x Va 20 Vo 51 29216 Locknut Hex Keps 10 32 3 27642 Plug Pipe 52 33454 Lever Governor 4 135319 Seal Oil 53 29918 Washer E T Lock 5 27652 Pin Dowel 54 650548 Screw Hex Washer Hd 6 135326 Baffle Blower Housing 8 32 x 5 16 7 650561 Screw Hex Wash HD Durlok 55 30322 Locknut Hex
43. wheel 19 650882 Bolt Connecting Rod 81 650872 Stud Solid State Mounting 20 34034 Lifter Valve 82 35135 Solid State Ass y 21 35444 Camshaft Mechanical 82A 610118 Cover Spark Plug Compression Release 83 650814 Screw Hex Hd Sems 10 24 x 1 22 33273A Extension Blower Housing 85 650873 Screw Hex Hd Sems 14 20 x 34 23 650128 Screw Hd Sems 10 24 x 1 2 86 611111 Coil Ass y Alternator 18 Watt 24 35262 Gasket Cylinder Cover 95 35253 Wire Ground 25 135445 Cover Ass y Cylinder Incl 96 34041 Gasket Cylinder Head Nos 26 27 amp 37 97 1 34030 Head Cylinder 26 35377 Bushing Crankshaft 98 6021A j 9crew Hex Flange Hd 5 16 18 27 35319 Seal Oil 1 28 28926 Seal Oil Camshaft 99 33636 Spark Plug Champion J 8C or 33 30699C Rod Ass y Governor Incl Equivalent Nos 34 amp 35 100 650691 Washer Flat 34 30700 Yoke Governor 101 650727 Screw Special Hex Hd 35 650494 Screw Fil Hd Sems 6 40 x Tapped 5 16 18 x 134 5 16 104 27896 Gasket Breather 36 29642 Ring Retaining 105 28423 Body Breather 37 31845 Shaft Governor 106 28424 Element Breather 38 30588A Spool Governor 107 28425 Cover Breather 39 30590A Washer Flat 108 35350 Tube Breather 40 29193 Ring Retaining 1109 650128 Screw Hex Hd Sems 10 24 x 41 135378 Gear Governor Incl No 39 114 29752 Nut amp Lock Washer 4 28 42 33369 Bracket Governor Gear 115
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