Summary of Contents for Craftsman SEARS 944.528398
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OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 944.528398 Caution: Read and follow all Safety Rules and instructions Before Operating This Equipment Sears Canada, SE IES 27" TWO-STAGE POWE OW TH • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts inc., Toronto, Ontario ELLE...
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Safe Operation 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. & Look for this symbol to point out ira= portant safety precautions. CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
6. Whencleaning, repairingorinspectingthesnowthrower, stoptheengine andmakecertain thecollector/impel- ler andall moving parts havestopped.Disconnect thesparkplugwireandkeepthewireaway fromthe plug. toprevent someone f romaccidentally starting the engine. 7. Donot runthe engine indoors, e xcept w henstarting theengine andfortransporting thesnowthrower i nor outof thebuilding. O pentheoutside doors; e xhaust fumes aredangerous.
CONGRATULATIONS on yourpurchase of a newsnow thrower. I t hasbeendesigned, engineered a ndmanufac- tured togivebestpossible d ependability andperformance. Shouldyouexperience any problem you cannoteasily remedy, p leasecontact y ournearestauthorized s ervice center.Wehavecompetent, well-trained technicians a nd theproper t oolstoservice or repair thisunit. Please readandretain thismanual.Theinstructions will enable youto assemble a ndmaintain yoursnowthrower properly.
PARTS PACKE (1) POWER CORD (198s63) (1) DISCHARGE CHUTE SHEARBOLTS ANDNUTS (2) SHOULDER BOLT 1/4-20 × 1-3/4 (192090) ROTATORHF=AD MOUNTING (1) WASHER (19131316) CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE CONTROL (1) LOCKNUT (1) CARRIAGE 5/16-18 5/16-18 x 5/8 (751153) (72250505) Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new snow thrower.
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ASSE NOTE: The multi-wrench may be used for assembly of the chute rotator head to snow thrower and making adjustments to the skid plates. UNFOLD UPPER HANDLE Raise upper handle to the operating tighten handle knobs securely. bolts, washers and handle knobs are in bag of parts. Use to secure upper handle to lower handle.
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INSTALL AUGER CONTROL ROD (See Figs. 5 and 6) Retrieve vinyl sleeve and spring from bag of parts and retrieve the auger control rod from carton chute tray. Slide straight rod end through the small hole in the vinyl sleeve. Hook spring in hole in rod end. Hook end of spring into control arm with loop opening up as shown.
ASSE iNSTALL CHUTE DEFLECTOR (See Figs. 8 and 9) Install remote cable bracket to discharge chute with 5/16-18 carriage bolt and 5/16-18 Iocknut as shown. Tighten securely. Install remote cable eyelet to chute deflector with 1/4-20 shoulder bolt and 1/4-20 Iocknut as shown. Tighten nut securely.
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KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND the illustrations with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your snow thrower or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
GASOLINE FILLER CAP MUFFLER CHOKE CONTROL PRIMER SAFETY IGNiTiON THROTTLE NOTE: iTEMS ABOVE ARE SHOWN iN THEIR TYPICAL LOCATION ON THE ENGINE. ACTUAL LOCATION MAY VARY WiTH THE ENGINE ON YOUR UNIT. AUGERS MEETS A.N.S.I. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our snow throwers conform to the standards of the American National Standards Institute. Toolbox = used to store spare shear bolts, Iocknuts and wrench.
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The operation of any snow thrower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which 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. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
USING THE CLEAN=OUT TOOL (See Fig. 15) In certain snow conditions, the discharge chute may be- come clogged with ice and snow. Use the clean-out tool to dislodge this blockage. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain all controls are disengaged get/impeller and all moving parts have stopped.
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TO ADJUST SKID PLATES (See Fig. 18) NOTE: The wrench provided in your parts bag may be used to adjust the skid plates. Skid plates are located on each side of the auger housing and adjust the clearance between the scraper bar and the ground surface.
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TO START ENGINE Your snow thrower engine is equipped with both a 120 Volt A.C. electric starter and a recoil starter. The electric starter is equipped with a three-wire power cord and plug and is designed to operate on 120 Volt A.C. household current. •...
MAINTENANCE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Snow Thrower Check / Replace V=Belts RE Lubrication Chart Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Inspect Muffler Check / Replace Spark Plug Empty Fuel Tank GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this snow thrower does not cover items...
AUGER GEAR CASE The gear case was filled with lubricant to the proper level at the factory. The only time the lubricant needs attention is if service has been performed on the gear case. • If lubricant is required, use only grease.
WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service or adjustments: Be sure the on/off switch Make sure the augers and all moving parts have completely stopped. Remove safety ignition key. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
TO REPLACE BELTS (See Fig. 22) The auger and traction drive belts are not adjustable. If the belts are damaged or begin to slip from wear, they should be replaced. It is recommended that the belt(s) be replaced by a Sears service center/department. NOTE: It is recommended that both the auger and traction drive belt be replaced at the same time.
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TO REMOVE WHEELS (See Fig. 23) Remove the klik pin and remove wheel from axle. iMPORTANT: When installing wheel, be sure to use the axle hole closest to the end of the shaft - do not use the hole in the wheel hub (if equipped). hole in wheel hub are not used for your model snow thrower.
Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never thrower with gasoline in the tank inside & a building where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer or gas appliance.
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See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears service center/department. PROBLEM CAUSE Does not start Fuel shut-off valve (if so equipped) in OFF position. Safety ignition key is not inserted. Out of fuel. Throttle in STOP position (or ON/OFF switch is OFF). Choke in OFF position.
REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING / iMPELLER ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. iMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER 944,528398 _.i37...
REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING /iMPELLER NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. iMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER ASSEMBLY PART DESCRiPTiON...
REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING / iMPELLER ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. iMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER (5x) _(5x)
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REPAIR PARTS AUGER HOUSING /iMPELLER 01.11.001 01.07.024-B NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER ASSEMBLY 944,528398...
REPAIR PARTS CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE PART DESCRiPTiON CHUTE WELDMENT 420315X815 DEFLECTOR WELDMENT 178833X815 DEFLECTOR CONTROL ASSEMBLY 420873 DEFLECTOR SEAL 420325 KNOB BLACK 414280 POP RIVET 128415 SCREW 10-24 X .625 17501010 SHOULDER SCREW 179829 191730 NUT 1/4-20 "10 72250505 CARRIAGE BOLT 5/16-18 X .50 "11 751153...
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REPAIR PARTS CONTROL PANEL / DISCHARGE PART DESCRIPTION 428272 LEVER/CABLE SCREW 10-24 X .625 17501010 ROTATOR HEAD 420678 ROTATOR PIVOT BRACKET 405932 PULLEY PIVOT 420675 CABLE ASSEMBLY ADJUSTABLE 428273 CABLE ASSEMBLY HEAT SHIELD 428310 NOTES: 1. ITEMS INDICATED WITH AN * ARE LISTED AS REFERENCE FOR SERVICE PARTS ONLY. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
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REPAIR PARTS HANDLES 01.08.004-B NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. iMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER PART 419798X479 419799X479...
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REPAIR PARTS HANDLES 01.08.002-F NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION 412683X479...
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REPAIR PARTS HANDLES NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. iMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER PART 180480 405740...
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REPAIR PARTS HANDLES 01.05.004-C NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER PART 419797X479 418313X479...
REPAIR PARTS DRIVE SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER 944,528398 "34 01.02.013-A...
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REPAIR PARTS DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION SPEED SELECTOR 198875 ASSEMBLY SCREW 10-24 X .625 17501010 END PLATE 402685X615 17490508 SCREW 5/16-18 X .50 WASHER 57079 CONTROL ARM 405485 CLEVIS PIN 198580 SHIFTER PLATE 403097X004 SHOULDER BOLT 402881 SHIFTER BRACKET 403096X004 191730 NUT 1/4-20 CLUTCH PLATE 402856X004...
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REPAIR PARTS DRIVE 01.03.002-A NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. iMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER 944,528398 PART 404923 404307...
REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS / PULLEYS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER PART 01.00.034-A 418894X815...
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REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS / PULLEYS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER 01.21.013-B PART DESCRIPTION...
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REPAIR PARTS CHASSIS / PULLEYS PART DESCRIPTION IMPELLER BELT 408007 TRACTION BELT 419744 IDLER ARM BRACKET 423723X479 IDLER PULLEY 180523 NUT 5/16-18 426589 SCREW 5/16-18 X 1 .50 74780524 IDLER BRACKET 423990X479 SCREW 5/16-18 X .625 428867 SHOULDER BOLT 5/16-18 X .500 424297 NUT 5/16-18 NYLOCK 751153...
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REPAIR PARTS WHEELS _,-2 Ol. 15.OOl - A PART DESCRIPTION 405161 COVER 184471 SHOULDER SCREW 12000045 RETAINER RING 192126 WHEEL DRIVER 182466 RETAINER RING 187622 WHEEL LOBE 194941 CLUTCH SLIDE 179139 SPRING 189282 SQUARE KEY 194940 AXLE LOBE 174697 THRUST WASHER 193506X479 STEERING YOKE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
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REPAIR PARTS WHEELS 01,06,006-A NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER PART 196752X417 196753X417...
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REPAIR PARTS BAG OF PARTS 01.14.003-B 01.14.007-A NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. iMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER PART 198563...
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REPAIR PARTS DECALS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. iMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your snow thrower and void your warranty. SNOW THROWER - - MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRiPTiON 181037...
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