Craftsman 536.881121 Operations Instructions

12.5 Horsepower33 Inch Dual Stage120V. Electric StartSNOW THROWERMODEL NO.536.881121Caution:Read and follow all Safety Rulesand Operating Instructions

How To InstallThe Speed Control Rod1, Put the speed select lever into thesixth gear position,2, Attach the speed control rod (endwith 90 ° bend) to th

Check The Cables1, Check the traction drive cable andthe auger drive cable. If the bottomof the cables have become discon-nected, reinstall the cable

How To Set The Drift CuttersDrift cutters are used to cut a paththrough snow deeper than the augerhousing.1. Loosen the wingnuts that securethe drift

[i]-.]_l;ralil[l_jKNOW YOUR SNOW THROWERREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR SNOW THROWER. Compare the illustrations wi

[i]-.]_l;rz_lil[i]_lThe operation of any snow thrower canresult in foreign objects being throwninto the eyes, which can result in se-vere eye damage.

[I]'.]_dz_lil[d_lHOW TO USETHE WHEEL LOCKOUTThe left wheel is secured to the axlewith a lockout pin. See Figure 19. Theunit was shipped with the

[i]-.]_l;rz_lil[i]_l_lb ARNING: Experiences in-dicates that alcohol blendedfuels (called gasohol orthose using ethanol or methanol)can attract moistur

[i]-.]_l;rz_lil[i]_lstarter and recoil starter. Before start-ing the engine, be certain that you haveread the following information._lb ARNING: The st

[i]-.]_l;rz_lil[i]_lCOLD START1. Be sure auger drive and tractiondrive levers are in the disengaged(RELEASED) position.2. Move throttle control to&quo

[i]-.]_l;rz_lil[i]_l,_lb WARNING: Do not attemptto remove any item that maybecome lodged in augerwithout taking the following precau*tions:Release aug

WARRANTY STATEMENT ...SAFETY RULES ...INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS ...ASSEMBLY ...OPERATION ...MAINTENANCE ...

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESSERVICE RECORDSFill in dates as you Before Every Every Everycomplete regular Each 5 10 25 Each Before SERVICEservice. Use Oft

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSHORSEPOWER 12.5 HPDISPLACEMENT 21.82 cu. in.GASOLINE 4 quartsCAPACITY (unleaded)OIL CAPACITY 5W30(20 oz capacity)SPARK PLUG: Cha

NOTE: Clean all excess grease foundon friction disc hub.Hex Shaft and SprocketsWheel Assembly Point at whichCoin or Shim grease shouldGap Between be v

_]_ P'_1_lm]f_._m]qlll_"]ad_VAl_ld_lb ARNING: Always discon-nect the spark plug wire andplace it where it cannotmake contact with spark plug

_]_ P'_1_lm]W._m]qlll_"]ad_VAl_ldHOW TO CHECK AND ADJUSTTHE CABLESThe cables are adjusted at the factoryand no adjustment should be neces-sa

_]_ P'_1_lm]W._m]qlll_"]ad_VAl_ldraction Drive BeltAuger DriveBeltDriveIdler Pulleg PulleyLoosenthis nutFigure 293, Loosen the nut on the id

_]_ P'D_Im]W._m]qlll_"]ad_VAl_ldframe will separate, hinged by thebolts.BottomPanelMoto_Frame AugerHousingRemove topbolt (eachside).(Each Si

_]_ r_.1_lm]W._m]qlll_"]ld_VAl_ldger Drive Belt" in the Service AndAdjustment section.9. Adjust the belt guide. See "How ToAdjust The B

_]_ P'_1_lm]f_._m]qlll_"]ad_VAl_ldFigure 35). In the correct position,the right outer side of the disc driveplate must be three inches(7.62c

_]_ P'_1_lm]W._m]qlll_"]ad_VAl_ld8, Remove the four bolts that hold thebearing plates on each side of thehex shaft. See Figure 38.NOTE: Take

TRAINING1. Read the operating and service instructionmanual carefully. Be thoroughly familiarwith the controls and the proper use of theequipmenb Know

_]_ P'_1_lm]W._m]qlll_"]ad_VAl_ld3. Align the hole in the auger with thehole in the auger shaft. Install thenew shear pin and spacer. SeeFig

_ ARNING: Never store yoursnow thrower indoors or inan enclosed, poorly venti-lated area. If gasoline remains in thetank, fumes may reach an openflame

I I ;t;oll:litI t l.'tI[olol i 11TROUBLE CORRECTIONDifficult startingCAUSEDefective spark plug.Water or dirt in fuel system.Replace spark plug.Us

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121FRAME ASSEMBLYENGINEMOUNTSTO FRONTHOLESONTHEFRAME1253 59F_)01162JKey No.10121341424344455354575859606

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121ELECTRIC START ASSEMBLY@319051Key No.6789DescriptionMOTOR, STARTERSCREWSCREWCORD, STARTERPart No.7623

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121FRAME ASSEMBLY108111lO98o9t90140F_)01162J88 110148149Key No. Description Part No.80 FRAME ASSY 761705

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121DRIVE COMPONENTS192 191191 198\\ 195217196 193215223221222256277246235230249244245243240223222_226275

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121DRIVE COMPONENTSF_)01162JKey No. Description Part No.190 LEVER, ASSY TRACTION CLUTCH 761820191 BEARIN

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121AUGER HOUSING ASSEMBLY536514514KeyNo. Description Part No.460 PULLEY 583146462 KEY+SQUARE 2001022483

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY34035O358_ 351_306310_303324820Key KeyNo. Description Part No. No. Description Part

13.Neveroperatethesnowthrowernearen-closures,automobiles,windowwells,drop-offs,andthelikewithoutproperad-justmentofthesnowdischargeangle.Keepchildrena

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121DISCHARGE CHUTE ASSEMBLY582608607F_)OlI62J 40

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121DISCHARGE CHUTE ASSEMBLYKey No. Description Part No.580 ASSY., UPPER CHUTE 761168-853582 SCREW, 5/18-

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121HANDLE ASSEMBLY@@337139 JF_)OlI62J 42

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121HANDLE ASSEMBLYKey PartNo. Description No.720 ASSEMBLY, HANDLE 579264723 SCREW, 3/8-16×2.00 71007724

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121WHEEL ASSEMBLY678673676671673675677675655Key No.65065265365465565867167367567667767868168268368468568

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLYF_)OlI62JKey No. Description Part No.730 CLUTCH HANDLE LH 578992731 CLUTCH HAND

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121CHUTE CONTROL ROD ASSEMBLY856855854855850860862867866863864874F_)01162JKey No. Description Part No.85

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121HEADLIGHT621Key No. Description Part No.621 LIGHT, HALOGEN 762343622 HARNESS, HEADLIGHT 1501036625 TI

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121REMOTE CHUTE CONTROL ASSEMBLY\@342858F_)OlI62J 48

CRAFTSMAN 33" 12.5HP SNOW THROWER 536.881121REMOTE CHUTE CONTROL ASSEMBLYKey No. Description Part No.965 SPRING, TENSION RETURN 318468966 WASHER,

Drive Clutch Forward ReversePush TO Engage FuelElectric StarterAuger Clutch Auger Collector EngageOil Fuel Oil MixturefODischarge DOWN Discharge UP Di

CRAFTSMAN 33" _2,SHP SNOW THROWER 536,881121DRIFT CUTTER ASSEMBLYNOTE: THIS UNiT IS USED FOR REFERENCEPURPOSE ONLY.F-0011_2JKey No, Description P

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.011201396336_3_8 370H370CF-OO1162J 51

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.011201KEY PART KEY PARTN0. NO. DESCRIPTION N0. NO. DESCRIPTION0 RPM High 3550 to 3850 41 35775A Piston &

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.011201102 651024 Solid State Mounting Stud 184 33263 Carburetor To Intake PipeGasket103 651007 Screw, Torx T

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.011201282 650760 Screw, 8-32 x 3/8" 342 792028 Screw, 5/16-18 x 7/8"285 35985B Starter Cu 343 3507

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.011201, Ir"_o il_2gJ_3 031,P_ .,J28_ _I_--37i0--37F-OO1162J 55

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLEKEY PARTNO. NO.O 6401051 6327871A 362882 6319706 6401077 65050610 63251314 632429A15 63073516 63252717 65102518 63076620 6400162OA 64

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.01120129 ,J\16 26\102322\7F-OO1162J 57

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.011201KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION0 37105 Electric Starter (110 Volt)1 33451 Dust Cover2 33842 Retainer Ring3

CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.01120112 13KEY PARTNO. NO.0 5907491 590599A2 5906003 5906794 5906015 5906786 5906807 5904128 59068211 590750

Contents of Parts Bag (actual size)1 - Owner's Manual (not shown)1 - Packet of Fuel Stabilizer (not shown)1 - Warranty Card (not shown)2 - Parts

For the repair or replacement parts youneed delivered directly to your homeCall 7am-7pm, 7days a week1-800-366-PART(1-800-366-7278)Para ordenar piezas

Read and follow the assembly and ad-justment instructions for your snowthrower. All fasteners are in the partsbag. Do not discard any parts or materi-

4, Removetheplasticbagthatcoverstheunit.5. Locateandremovethefuelstabiliz-erandthepartsbag.NOTE:Putfuelstabilizerinasafeplaceuntilneededforstorage.6.

3. Locate the crank assembly re-moved earlier. Remove the Iocknutand flatwasher from the eye boltassembly.4. Install the eye bolt through the low-er h