Background
The Gas Snow Thrower Model 536.885211, made by Western Tool & Stamping for Sears under the Craftsman brand, is a device designed for snow removal. The snow thrower is equipped with an electric start, a primer button for fast starts in cold weather, and a recoil starter handle for manual engine starting. It includes a choke control for starting a cold engine and an ignition switch key that needs to be inserted and turned to the ON position to start the engine. The snow thrower also features an auger control bar that starts and stops the auger, which propels the machine, and a chute control rod that adjusts the direction of snow discharge.
In terms of its operation, the snow thrower uses a mixture of oil and fuel. It also possesses a spark plug access panel to aid in spark plug removal. The machine requires regular maintenance, which includes tightening screws and nuts, checking the spark plug and drive belts, lubricating the chute control flange, and checking the fuel. A discharge chute in the snow thrower changes the direction the snow is thrown, making it a useful tool for managing snow on sidewalks, driveways, and other ground-level surfaces.
Technical Specifications
- Engine Power: 5.0 Horsepower
- Auger Size: 21 Inch single stage
- Propulsion: Auger propelled
- Start Method: Electric start
- Auger Control: Controlled by a bar which starts and stops the auger
- Snow Discharge Direction: Adjustable via chute control rod
- Snow Throw Distance: Adjustable via chute deflector
- Discharge Chute: Changes the direction the snow is thrown
- Ignition: Requires switch key to be inserted and turned to ON
- Cold Start Method: Choke control
- Fast Start in Cold Weather: Primer button injects fuel directly into the carburetor manifold
- Manual Start: Recoil starter handle
- Electric Start: 120V electric starter button
- Spark Plug Access: Via access panel
Warranty
The Craftsman Gas Snow Thrower 536.885211 comes with a limited two-year warranty. This warranty covers any defects in material or workmanship, and Sears will repair the snow thrower free of charge if it is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual. However, if the snow thrower is used for commercial or rental purposes, the warranty only applies for 90 days from the date of purchase. It is important to note that the warranty does not cover items that become worn during normal use, such as spark plugs, drive belts, and shear pins, or repairs necessary due to operator abuse or negligence. To claim the warranty, customers need to return the Craftsman Snow Thrower to the nearest Sears Service Center/Department in the United States. This warranty is only applicable while the product is in use in the United States. It is recommended to read the owner's manual carefully and follow the instructions for maintenance in order to receive full value from the warranty.