Craftsman 536.886140 22-Inch Snow Blower Owners Manual

CRAFTSMAN 5 Horsepower 22 Inch Dual Stage 120V. Electric Start SNOWTHROWER MODEL NO. 536.886140 Caution: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use , of this product. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. 760996 09/17/97 Table of Contents Warranty Safety Rules Contents of Shipping Carton Assembly Operation Maintenance 2 2 2-4 4-5 5-8 8-14 14-16 Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Repair Parts Engine Repair Parts Spanish(EspaSol) Parts Ordering/Service 17-21 22 23 24-32 33-37 38-63 Back Cover 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 operating and maintenance instructions in the owner’s manual, Craftsman will repair, free of charge, any defect in material or 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 the following: · · Items which become wom during normal use, such as spark plugs, drive belts and shear pins. Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner’s manual. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN SNOW THROWER TO THE NEAREST CRAFTSMAN SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 /_ Z_ Look for this symbol to point out Important safety precauUons. ATTENTION!I! Become alertll! Your safety is involved, CAUTION: Always disconnect spark It means– TRAINING 1. Read the operator’s manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the snow throws Know how to stop the snow thrower ar disengage the controls quickly. 2. Never allow children to operate the sr thrower and keep them away while it operating. Never allow adults to oper the snow thrower without proper inst_ tion. Do not carry passengers. 3. Keep the area of operation clear of f persons, particularly small children pets. ° 4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping c falling, especially when operating I, reverse. plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug to prevent accidental starting when setting-up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs. IMPORTANT: Safety standards require operator presence controls to minimize the risk of injury. Your snow thrower is equipped with such controls. Do not attempt to defeat the function of the operator presence control under any circumstances. California Proposition 65 WARNING:Tho PREPARATION. Thoroughly inspect the area whw snow thrower is to be used an_ all doormats, sleds, boards, wit other foreign objects.