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Craftsman C459-527860 Operator's Manual

Craftsman C459-527860 Operator's Manual

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26" TRACK SNOW THROWER
Model No. C459-527860
CAUTION: READ
SAFETY RULES AND
INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE
OPERATING THIS
EQUIPMENT.
SEARS CANADA, 222 Jarvis St., Toronto, On M5B 2B8
®
Visit our website: sears.ca
• SAFETY
• SET-UP
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
FORM NO. 769-03336
10/23/2007

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual ® 26” TRACK SNOW THROWER Model No. C459-527860 • SAFETY • SET-UP CAUTION: READ • OPERATION SAFETY RULES AND • MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS • PARTS LIST CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. SEARS CANADA, 222 Jarvis St., Toronto, On M5B 2B8 FORM NO.

  • Page 2: Sears Service

    02488 199260 07.21.05 BY Printed in U.S.A.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps or glass. 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 4: Safe Operation Practices

    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 OPERATION MAINTENANCE & STORAgE 1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger/impeller housing 1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. or chute assembly. Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands Refer to the maintenance and adjustment sections of this manual.

  • Page 6: Safety Labels

    SAFETY LABELS A chute clean-out tool is fastened to the top Chute Clean-out of the auger housing with a mounting clip. The Tool tool is designed to clear a chute assembly of ice and snow. This item is fastened with a cable tie at the factory.

  • Page 7: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY NOTE: References to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position. LOOSE PARTS The augers are secured to the auger shaft with shear pins and bow tie cotter pins. If you hit a foreign object or ice jam, the snow thrower is designed so that the pins may shear.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY Figure 5 Figure 6 ATTACHINg CHuTE CRANk • Remove the flat washer and hairpin clip from the end of the chute directional control. See Figure 5. • Insert the end of the chute directional control into the lower bracket and secure with the flat washer and hairpin clip just removed.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY Chute Clean-out Tool Figure 8 Figure 9 CHuTE CLEAN-OuT TOOL WARNING: Never use your hands to clear a clogged chute assembly. Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts have stopped before unclogging. The clean-out tool is mounted to the rear of the auger housing and is designed to clear a clogged chute.

  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION Drive Control Track Lock Lever Shift Lever Two-Way Chute Control™ Auger Control Packed Snow Headlight Steering Control Electric Start Button Gas Cap Normal Transport Oil Fill Snow Chute Directional Chute Control Assembly Clean-Out Engine Controls Tool Recoil Starter Handle Electric Starter Outlet Primer Ignition...
  • Page 11 OPERATION OIL FILL Engine oil level can be checked and oil added through the oil fill. AugER CONTROL The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the control grip to engage the augers. Release to stop the snow throwing action. The drive control must also be released in order to stop auger.
  • Page 12 OPERATION WARNING: The electric starter is equipped with 5. Re-fasten the clean-out tool to the mounting clip on the rear of the a grounded three-wire power cord and plug, and auger housing and restart engine. is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household 6.
  • Page 13 OPERATION AugER CONTROL TEST 4. Pull the starter handle with a firm, rapid stroke. Do not release the handle and allow it to snap back. Keep a firm hold on the starter IMPORTANT: Perform the following test before operating your snow handle and allow it to slowly recoil.

  • Page 14: Adjustments

    ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: NEVER attempt to make any adjust- Frame Cover ments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator’s manual. CHuTE ASSEMbLY • The distance snow is thrown can be adjusted by adjusting the angle of the chute assembly. Refer to Figure 12. •...
  • Page 15 ADJUSTMENTS SHIFT ROD ADjuSTMENT SkID SHOE • Remove the hairpin clip and flat washer from the shift handle The space between the skid shoes and the ground can be adjusted. under the handle panel. See Figure 16. • For close snow removal on a smooth surface, raise skid shoes higher on the auger housing.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspect- Vent Plug Shear Pin ing, disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE Friction Wheel Frame Drive Plate Support Drive Bracket Belt Stop Bolt Auger Belt Figure 21 - Tracks removed for clarity. Auger Pulley Idler Spring Figure 23 Figure 22 Roll the auger belt off the engine pulley. See Figure 22. Unhook the idler spring from the hex bolt on the auger housing.

  • Page 18: Off-Season Storage

    MAINTENANCE REPLACINg FRICTION WHEEL RubbER Friction Wheel The rubber on the friction wheel is subject to wear and should be Assembly checked after 25 hours of operation, and periodically thereafter. Replace the friction wheel rubber if any signs of wear or cracking are found.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING WARNINg 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. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
  • Page 20 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Ground to engine./Mettre à la masse contre le moteur. Connect to alternator lead on engine./ Reliez au fil conducteur de l'alternateur. 42 47...
  • Page 21 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 684-0008A Shift Arm As sembly Bras de commande 746-0950A Steer ing Trig ger Câble à chenilles de di rection 710-0449 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.25 Boulon ordi naire 5/16-18 x 2,25 710-0262 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 X 1.5"...
  • Page 22 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES 12 11...
  • Page 23 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 714-04040 Bow-Tie Cotter Pin Goupille fendue 756-0981B Flat Idler Pul ley Poulie de tendeur plate 790-00080A Auger Idler Bracket Support du tendeur 710-0347 Hex Screw 3/8-16 x 1.75 Vis à...
  • Page 24 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES...
  • Page 25 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 684-04169 Idler Pul ley As sembly 1.917 OD Poulie tendeur 1,917 DE 710-0191 Hex Screw 3/8-24 x 1.25 Vis à tête hexagonale 3/8-24 x 1,25 710-0502A Hex Washer Scr 3/8-16 x 1.25 Vis à...
  • Page 26 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES 30 31...
  • Page 27 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 784-5648A Frame Cover Track Couvercle de bâti 710-1652 Hex Wash Hd TT Scr. 1/4-20 x .625 Vis taraudée 1/4-20 x 0,625 750-04748 Spacer .525 ID x .75 Entretoise 0,525 DI x 0,75 732-0264 Extension Spring 3/8 OD x 2.50...
  • Page 28 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES...
  • Page 29 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 720-0223 Grip Poignée 710-0604A Self-tapping Screw 5/16-18 x .625 Vis autotaraudeuse 5/16-18 x 0,625 po 784-5642 Track Po si tion Plate Plaque po sition de la che nille 710-0157 Hex Screw 5/16-24 x .75 Vis à...

  • Page 30: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model LH318SA-156554 For Snow Thrower Model C459-527860...
  • Page 31 PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model LH318SA-156554 For Snow Thrower Model C459-527860 Ref. No. Part No. Description Ref. No. Part No. Description 37587 Governor Shaft 35385 Cylinder 651080 Washer 27652 Dowel Pin 37588 Governor Gear Ass’y. (Incl. 81) 650820 Screw, 1/4-20 x 0.5”...
  • Page 32 PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model LH318SA-156554 For Snow Thrower Model C459-527860 Ref. No. Part No. Description Ref. No. Part No. Description 182. 30088A Screw, 1/4-28 x 1” 300. 34186A Fuel Tank (Incl. 292 & 301) 183. 34587A Choke Bracket 301.

  • Page 33: Engine Parts List

    PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model LH318SA-156554 For Snow Thrower Model C459-527860 Ref. No. Part No. Description 640349 Carburetor 1 Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List 631776A Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 631970 Throttle Return Spring 640109 Throttle Shutter 650506 *...
  • Page 34 PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model LH318SA-156554 For Snow Thrower Model C459-527860 Ref. No. Part No. Description 590749 Rewind Starter 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4) 590600 Washer 590679 Retainer 590601 Washer 590678 Brake Spring 590680 Starter Dog 590412 Dog Spring 590682 Pulley &...
  • Page 35 PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model LH318SA-156554 For Snow Thrower Model C459-527860 16 26 Ref. No. Part No. Description 33329E Electric Starter 110 Volt (optional) 33451 Dust Cover 33842 Retainer Ring 33430 Spring Retainer 33431 Anti-Drift Spring 37050 Gear & Nut (Incl. 2)

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