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Operator's Manual
21" Snowthrower
Model No. C459-52100
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: sears.ca
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
769-07230
06/27/2011

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual ® 21” Snowthrower Model No. C459-52100 • 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 769-07230 Visit our web: sears.ca...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safe Operation Practices ......3 Troubleshooting ....... 18 Safety Symbols .

  • Page 3: Safe Operation Practices

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the safe opera- This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not tion practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious yourself and others.
  • Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safe Handling of Gasoline • Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are •...
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE & STORAGE DO NOT MODIFY ENGINE • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way. regularly. Refer to the maintenance and adjustment sections of Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and this manual.

  • Page 6: Safety Symbols

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 WARNING—...

  • Page 7: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY NOTE: All references to the left or right side of the snow thrower are from the operator’s position. Any exceptions will be noted. UNPACKING THE SNOW THROWER Open the top of the carton. Cut down the corners on the front of the carton and fold down the front side.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY Installing the Recoil Starter Handle Remove the screws in the chute base. See Figure 4. Remove the eye bolt and handle knob from the manual bag. Place the eye bolt and handle knob on the upper handle as shown in Figure 6.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY SET-UP Checking and Adding Oil CAUTION Fuel Recommendations Use automotive gasoline (unleaded or low leaded to minimize combus- The engine is shipped without oil in the engine. You must fill the tion chamber deposits) with a minimum of 87 octane. Gasoline with engine with oil before operating.

  • Page 10: Operation

    The recoil starter handle is used to start the engine. MUFFLER GAS CAP Engine exhaust exits the engine via the muffler. Remove the gas cap to add fuel. Meets ANSI Safety Standards Craftsman Snow Throwers conform to the safety standard of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
  • Page 11 OPERATION CHUTE ASSEMBLY Push the choke lever to the CHOKE position. Rotate the discharge chute to the left or right using the control handle. If the engine is warm, place the choke in the RUN position The pitch of the discharge chute controls the angle at which the snow is thrown.

  • Page 12: Service & Maintenance

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE WARNING Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come service guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of to a complete stop.
  • Page 13 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Drain fuel from the tank by running the engine until the fuel tank is Remove the spark plug boot and use a spark plug wrench to empty. Be sure the fuel fill cap is secure. remove the plug, Figure 12. NOTE: An oil drain extension kit is available separately.
  • Page 14 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ADJUSTMENTS After the spark plug is seated, tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress the washer. Shave Plate NOTE: When installing a new spark plug, tighten 1⁄2-turn after the To check the adjustment of the shave plate, place the machine on a spark plug seats to compress the washer.
  • Page 15 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE AUGER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Control Cable As a result of both the control cable and the auger drive belt stretching Run the snow thrower until the fuel tank is empty. due to wear, periodic adjustments may be necessary. If the auger Pull the recoil starter handle until resistance is felt.
  • Page 16 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE To replace the belt follow these instructions and refer to Figure 18: Drive Pulley Idler Pulley Hex Washer Screw Auger Paddle Belt Keeper Flange Nut Auger Pulley Hex Washer Screw Figure 18 Figure 19 Route the belt around the drive pulley and under the idler pulley. Route the end of the belt around the auger pulley and slide the REVERSING OR REPLACING SHAVE PLATE pulley back on to the auger shaft.

  • Page 17: 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 THE ENGINE PREPARING SNOW THROWER If the snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or longer, follow the...

  • Page 18: 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 19: 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 20: Parts List

    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 21 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES REF. NO./ PART NO./ N o . DE N o . DE DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION RÉF. PIÈCE 710-0451 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .75 Boulon ordinaire 5/16-18 x 0,75 712-04063 Flange Locknut 5/16-18 Gr. F, Nylon Contre-écrou à embase 5/16-18 Qual. F, nylon 720-04122 Wing Knob Écrou à...
  • Page 22 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 23 PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES REF. NO./ PART NO./ N o . DE N o . DE DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION RÉF. PIÈCE 684-04168 Idler Pulley Ass’y Poulie du tendeur 984-04393 Auger Assembly Ensemble de la tarière 753-06469 Complete Rubber Auger Paddle Kit Complet de remplacement des pales (Includes 2 paddles and 12 hex washer screws) en caoutchouc (Comprend les 2 pales en caoutchouc et 12 vis à...

  • Page 24: Emission Control System Warranty Statement

    MTD CONSUMER GROUP INC (MTD), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environment Protection Agency (U. S. EPA) Emission Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM COVERAGE IS APPLICABLE TO CERTIFIED ENGINES PURCHASED IN CALIFORNIA IN 2005 AND THERE- AFTER, WHICH ARE USED IN CALIFORNIA, AND TO CERTIFIED MODEL YEAR 2005 AND LATER ENGINES WHICH ARE PURCHASED AND USED ELSEWHERE IN THE UNITED STATES.
  • Page 25 4. Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions of this article must be performed at no charge to the owner at a warranty station. 5. Notwithstanding the provisions of Subsection (4) above, warranty services or repairs must be provided at all MTD distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject engines.

  • Page 26: Relevant Emissions Durability Period

    Look For Relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index Information On Your Engine Emissions Label Engines that are certified to meet the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Tier 2 Emission Standards must display information regarding the Emissions Durability Period and the Air Index. Sears, Roebuck and Co., U.S.A. makes this information available to the consumer on our emission labels.

  • Page 27: Repair Protection Agreement

    REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENT Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman® Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable opera- takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or tion.
  • Page 28 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...

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