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Operator's Manual
22" SNOW THROWER
Model No.
C459-52306
CAUTION: Before using
this product, read this
manual and follow all
safety rules and operating
instructions.
Sears Canada Inc., 290 Yonge Street, Toronto, On M5B 2C3
®
Visit our web site: sears.ca
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
769-09243
8/15/13

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual ® 22” SNOW THROWER Model No. C459-52306 • SAFETY • ASSEMBLY • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE • PARTS LIST CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. Sears Canada Inc., 290 Yonge Street, Toronto, On M5B 2C3 Visit our web site: sears.ca...

  • Page 2: 1-800-4-My-Home

    02488 Trademarks of Sears Brands Management Corp. used under license by Sears Canada Marque déposée / Marque de commerce de Sears Brands Management Corp. utilisée en vertu d’une licence de Sears Canada...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1-800-4-MY-HOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Off-Season Storage .
  • Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for This symbol points out important safety instructions safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, which, if not followed, could endanger the personal carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious safety and/or property of yourself and others.
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust 3. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. the machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage.

  • Page 6: Safety Symbols

    SAFETY SYMBOLS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate.

  • Page 7: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped with the engine full of oil . After assembly, see page 10 for fuel and oil details . Removing From Carton Cut the corners of the carton and lay the sides flat on the ground. Remove all packing inserts.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY Skid Shoe Clean-Out Tool The snow thrower skid shoes are adjusted upward at the factory for shipping This tool and the electric extension cord, if so equipped, may be fastened with a purposes. Adjust them downward, if desired, prior to operating the snow thrower. cable tie to the rear of the auger housing for shipping purposes.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY Fuel Recommendations Checking Oil Level Use automotive gasoline (unleaded or low leaded to minimize combustion chamber CAUTION deposits) with a minimum of 87 octane. Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol or 15% The engine is shipped with oil in the engine. You must, however, check MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) can be used.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY Discharge Chute Auger Control Test Loosen the wing knob on the upper chute, adjust chute and chute control to IMPORTANT: Perform the following test before operating the snow thrower for the desired operating position. first time and at the start of each winter season. Tighten the wing knob on the upper chute making sure the carriage bolt is Check the adjustment of the auger control as follows: correctly positioned.

  • Page 11: Operation

    OPERATION Upper Handle Drive Auger Control Control Upper Chute Chute Handle Fuel Cap Muffler Chute Assembly Recoil Starter Handle Clean-out Tool Oil Cap Primer Throttle Control Electric Starter Choke Button Chute Knob Control Auger Shave Plate Electric Starter Outlet Oil Drain Skid Shoe WARNING Be familiar with all the controls on the snow thrower and their proper operation.
  • Page 12 OPERATION Auger Clean-Out Tool When engaged, the auger rotates and draws snow into the auger housing. WARNING Chute Assembly Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before using the Snow drawn into the auger housing is discharged out the chute assembly.
  • Page 13 OPERATION Gasoline Determine that your home’s wiring is a three-wire grounded system. Ask a licensed electrician if you are not certain. Use automotive gasoline (unleaded or low leaded to minimize combustion chamber If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows. If you do not deposits) with a minimum of 87 octane.
  • Page 14 OPERATION Stopping The Engine WARNING Run engine for a few minutes before stopping to help dry off any moisture on the Do not lift the snow thrower at any time by the chute handle. engine. Move throttle control to STOP position.

  • Page 15: Service & Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE & SERVICE WARNING Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes service guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track Before servicing, repairing, lubricating or inspecting, disengage all controls of completed maintenance tasks. To locate the nearest Sears and stop engine.
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE & SERVICE CAUTION Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose of used oil properly. Do not discard with household waste. Check with your local authorities or Sears Service Center for safe disposal/recycling facilities. Reinstall the drain plug and tighten it securely. Refill with the recommended oil and check the oil level.
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Lubrication NOTE: When installing a new spark plug, tighten 1⁄2-turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer. When reinstalling a used spark plug, tighten 1⁄8- to 1⁄4- For a view of the lubrication points on the snow thrower, see Figure 16. turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer.General Recommendations.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Check V-Belts Auger Belt Follow instructions below to check condition of drive belts every 50 hours of IMPORTANT: Because gas could leak from the carburetor when servicing auger belt, operation. run the engine until the fuel tank is dry, as previously instructed in Replacing Belts. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by removing the Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housing.
  • Page 19 MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Drive Belt Adjusting The Auger Cable NOTE: Replace the drive belt before reassembling the new auger belt. Refer to the “Auger Control Test” in the Assembly Section. Tip the snow thrower up and forward so that it rests on the auger housing. IMPORTANT: Because gas could leak from the carburetor when servicing auger belt, run the engine until the fuel tank is dry, as previously instructed in Replacing Belts.

  • Page 20: Off-Season Storage

    OFF-SEASON STORAGE If the snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or longer, or if it is the end of the snow season when the last possibility of snow is gone, the equipment needs to be stored properly. Follow storage instructions below to ensure top performance from the snow thrower for many more years. Preparing Engine Preparing Snow Thrower Engines stored over 30 days need to be drained of fuel to prevent deterioration and...

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING This section addresses minor service issues. To locate the nearest Sears Service WARNING Center or to schedule service, simply contact Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Remove the key to prevent unintended starting.

  • Page 22: Parts List-Snowthrower

    PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES NOTE: For a proper working machine, use Factory Approved Parts . V-belts are designed to engage and disengage safely . A substitute (non OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely . REMARQUE: N’utilisez que des courroies homologuées par l’usine.
  • Page 23 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 984-04037 Chute Assembly Goulotte 710-04071 Carriage Screw 5/16-18 x 1 .0 Vis ordinaire 5/16-18 x 1,0 710-0451 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .75 Boulon ordinaire 5/16-18 x 0,75 710-04606A Screw 5/16-18 x .43 Vis 5/16-18 x 0,43...
  • Page 24 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES NOTE: Snow thrower features/components vary by model. NOT all parts listed above and pictured on the previous page are standard equipment. REMARQUE: Les caractéristiques/composants des souffleuses varient d’un modèle à un autre. Les pièces énumérées ci-dessus et illustrées sur la page précédente ne sont pas TOUTES fournies en série.
  • Page 25 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 710-0572 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.5 Gr. 1 Boulon ordinaire 5/16-18 x 2,5 Qual 710-0606 Hex. Hd. Cap Screw 1/4-20 x 1.5” Lg. Vis à tête hex. 1/4-20 x 1,5 po de lg 710-04484 Hex Wash.

  • Page 26: Parts List-Engine

    PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Engine/Moteur 179 cc ZS 265-SUA Ref. Part No./ No./ No. de Description Désignation N o . de pièce réf. 951-11282 Muffler Assembly Silencieux 710-05001 Muffler Stud Clou de silencieux 951-14190 Muffler Stud Kit Trousse de clou de silencieux 951-11289 Muffler Gasket Joint de silencieux...
  • Page 27 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Engine/Moteur 179 cc ZS 265-SUA Ref. Part No./ No./ No. de Description Désignation N o . de pièce réf. 951-10634 Shroud-Engine Capot - moteur 712-04213 Écrou 951-11284 Choke Knob Bouton de volet 951-10757 Throttle Knob Bouton de gaz 951-10637 Switch-Ignition Interrupteur...
  • Page 28 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Engine/Moteur 179 cc ZS 265-SUA 131 - Gasket Kit-Complete 132 - Gasket Kit-External 133 - Complete Engine 77 78...
  • Page 29 Ref. No./ Part No./ N o . de N o . de Description Désignation réf. pièce 951-11688 Piston Ring Set Segments de piston 951-11632 Piston Pin Snap Ring Jonc d’arrêt, piston d’axe 951-11900 Piston Piston 951-11901 Piston Pin Piston d’axe 710-04915 Bolt M6×12 Boulon M6×12...
  • Page 30 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Engine/Moteur 179 cc ZS 265-SUA 131 - Gasket Kit-Complete 132 -Gasket Kit-External 133 - Complete Engine...
  • Page 31 Ref. No./ Part No./ N o . de No. de Description Désignation réf. pièce 710-04968 Flange Bolt M6 Boulon M6 951-11054A Valve Cover Couvercle du soupape 731-07059 Breather Hose Boyau de reniflard 726-04101 Hose Clamp Collier de serrage de reniflard 951-11565 Valve Cover Gasket Joint de la couvercle du soupape...
  • Page 32 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Engine/Moteur 179 cc ZS 265-SUA 135 - Carburetor Kit Ref. No./ Part No./ Description Désignation N o . de réf. N o . de pièce 710-04939 Stud M6×117 Clou M6x117 710-04910 Stud M6×105 Clou M6x117 951-11567 Carburetor Insulator Gasket Joint d’isolateur du carburateur 951-11896 Carburetor Insulator...
  • Page 33 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Engine/Moteur 179 cc ZS 265-SUA Ref. No./ Part No./ N o . de N o . de Description Désignation réf. pièce 710-04914 Bolt M6×10 Boulon M6 x 10 951-11680 Wire Clip Attache fil 951-11114 Switch Housing Mounting Bracket Support 712-05015 Écrou...
  • Page 34 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Engine/Moteur 179 cc ZS 265-SUA Ref. No./ Part No./ N o . de No. de Description Désignation réf. pièce 951-10646 Ignition Coil Assembly Bobine d’allumage 951-11110 Air Flow Shield Protecteur 710-04940 Bolt M6×10 Boulon M6x10 710-04919 Bolt M6×25 Boulon M6x25 951-12416 Flywheel...
  • Page 35 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Engine/Moteur 179 cc ZS 265-SUA Ref. No./ Part No./ N o . de No. de Description Désignation réf. pièce 951-10758 Primer Bracket Support de l’amorçeur 710-05103 Bolt M6×12 Boulon M6x12 951-11108 Governor System Shield Protecteur de régulateur 951-11935 Governor Spring Ressort de régulateur...
  • Page 36 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Engine/Moteur 179 cc ZS 265-SUA 777S33610 777I22991 777I23026 For Household and Commercial Use. Pour utilisations résidentielle et commerciale. For Household and Commercial Use. Pour utilisations résidentielle et commerciale. WARNING - Risk of electric shock. Connect to a properly grounded WARNING - Risk of electric shock.

  • Page 37: Labels

    LABELS Snow Thrower Model C459-52306/Modèle souffleuse à neige C459-52306 777I22164 777I22358 777D16512 777S33641 777D16340 OHV / S. E.T. S33641 777D19157...

  • Page 38: Warranty Statement

    WARRANTY STATEMENT 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.
  • Page 39 NOTES...

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