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Operator’s Manual ® 26” Snowthrower Model No. C459-52890 • SAFETY • ASSEMBLY • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE • PARTS LIST CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. SEARS CANADA, 222 Jarvis St., Toronto, On M5B 2B8 FORM NO.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
ASSEMBLY NOTE: References to right or left side of the snow thrower are determined from behind the unit in the operating position. IMPORTANT: The snow thrower is shipped with oil and WITHOUT GASOLINE. After assembly, refer to separate engine manual for proper fuel and engine oil recommendations.
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ASSEMBLY Figure 5 Figure 7 WARNING: Never use your hands to clean snow and ice from the chute assembly or auger housing. Fig- Skid Shoes Position the skid shoes based on surface conditions. Adjust upward for hard-packed snow. Adjust downward when operating on gravel or crushed rock surfaces.
OPERATION Shift Lever Drive Control Four-Way Chute Control™ Auger Control Chute Assembly Clean-Out Tool Engine Controls Oil Filler Cap/Dipstick Primer Fuel Fill Cap Ignition Key Throttle Choke Starter Handle Oil Drain Electric start button* Electric Switch Box* Augers * Optional Skid Shoe Figure 8 Now that you have set up your snow thrower for operation, get acquainted with its controls and features.
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OPERATION Auger Control Four-Way Chute Control™ The auger control is located on the left handle. Squeeze the control The chute directional control is located on the left side of the dash grip against the handle to engage the augers and start snow throwing panel.
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OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions and Determine that your home’s wiring is a three-wire grounded warnings on the machine and in this manual before system. Ask a licensed electrician if you are unsure. If you have operating. a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows. If you do not have the proper house wiring, DO NOT use the electric starter gas &...
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OPERATION To Engage Drive 1. With the engine running near top speed, move shift lever to one of six FORWARD positions or two REVERSE positions. Select a speed appropriate for the snow conditions that exist. Do not shift speeds while the drive is engaged. 2.
ADJUSTMENTS Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in operator’s manual. Shift Cable If the full range of speeds (forward and reverse) cannot be achieved, refer to the figure to the left and adjust the shift cable as follows: 1.
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ADJUSTMENTS You can also check the adjustment as follows: 1. With the snow thrower tipped forward, remove the frame cover underneath the snow thrower by removing the self-tapping screws. See Figure 18. 2. With the drive control released, there must be 1/8” clearance between the friction wheel and the drive pulley in all positions of the shift lever.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: Before lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, 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. Engine Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your unit for all engine maintenance.
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MAINTENANCE To remove skid shoes: 1. Remove the four carriage bolts and hex flange nuts which secure them to the snow thrower. 2. Reassemble new skid shoes with the four carriage bolts (two on each side) and hex flange nuts. Refer to Figure 16. To remove shave plate: 1.
MAINTENANCE Drive Belt Replacement WARNING: Run the engine completely dry of gasoline before tipping snowthrower. To remove and replace your snow thrower’s auger belt, proceed as follows: 1. Remove the plastic belt cover on the front of the engine by remov- ing the two self-tapping screws.
TROUBLESHOOTING This section addresses minor service issues. To locate the nearest Sears Service Center or to schedule service, simply contact Sears at www.sears.ca. Problem Cause Remedy 1. Choke not in ON position. 1. Move choke to ON position. Engine fails to start 2.
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PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 684-04106B En gage ment Han dle As sem bly RH Poignée d’entraînement CD 738-04194 Shoul der Screw .312 x 1.7:1/4-20 Vis épaulement 0,312 x 1,7:1/4-20 731-04894D Lock Plate Palastre de serrure...
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PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES NOTE: Housing may not be exactly as shown. REMARQUE : L'habitacle peut être légèrement différent. 30 in/po...
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PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 731-2643 Clean-Out Tool Outil de dégagement de la goulotte 684-04057A Im pel ler Ass'y 12 po Ventilateur 710-0347 Hex Screw 3/8-16 x 1.75 Vis à tête hex 3/8-16 x 1,75 710-0451 Car riage Bolt 5/16-18 x .75 Boulon ordi naire 5/16-18 x 0,75...
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PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES Optional/en option 24 30...
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PARTS LIST/PIÈCES DÉTACHÉES PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DE SCRIP TION DE SCRIP TION 656-04025A Fric tion Wheel Disc As sem bly Disque de roue du fric tion 684-04153 Fric tion Wheel Ass’y, Bear ing 5.5 OD Roue du fric tion, roulement 5,5 DE 684-04154 Fric tion Wheel Sup port Brkt Ass’y Sup port de la roue du fric tion...
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NOTES: For parts and/or accessories refer to customer support on page 2. Adressez-vous au «Service après-vente» à la page 2 pour ce qui concerne les pièces et/ou accessoires.
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NOTES: For parts and/or accessories refer to customer support on page 2. Adressez-vous au «Service après-vente» à la page 2 pour ce qui concerne les pièces et/ou accessoires.