2011/2012 customer cover n/a buying guide2011/2012 customer buying guide snow throwers built for...

2011/2012CUSTOMERBUYING GUIDEsnow throwers

Built for Snow.Specially designed to be easy to start and easy to use, even in the toughest winter conditions.

- Freeze-resistant recoil starter and Magnetron® electronic ignition for sure starts in severe conditions.

- Specially designed cover for protection in cold weather operations.

- Aluminized Lo-Tone™ muffler resists corrosion for longer life and provides quiet operation.

- Oversized controls for easy starting and operation with gloves or mittens.

Sn

ow

tH

ro

wE

r A

CC

ES

So

riE

S**

27" SnAppEr® 250CC* DuAl-StAgE Snow tHrowErTough enough to cut through heavy snow, yet easy to handle. The rugged steel auger makes cutting through hard-packed snow easy. The auto chute rotation and deflection allows you to effortlessly move the chute and deflector with the push of a button.

• Briggs&Stratton® 1150 Snow Series OHV engine • ElectricStart–

quick, easy, no hassle

• 27"clearingwidth• Autochutecontrol

and deflection• Heatedhandgrips

• FreeHand™ control• Multi-speed drive system with 6 forward/ 2reversespeeds• 12"notchedsteel auger• Driftcutters• Headlight • 16"x4.8"tires• 2-yearlimited warranty

29" SnAppEr® 305CC* DuAl-StAgE Snow tHrowErMove snow faster and farther with a larger auger width and more engine power.Easy-to-usecontrolslikeautochute rotation and deflection make quick work of large snowfalls.

• Briggs&Stratton® 1450Snow Series OHV engine • ElectricStart–

quick, easy, no hassle

• 29"clearingwidth• Autochutecontrol

and deflection• Heatedhandgrips

• FreeHand™ control• Multi-speed drive system with 6 forward/ 2reversespeeds• 12"notchedsteel auger• Driftcutters• Headlight • 16"x6.5"tires• 2-yearlimited warranty

**S

elec

t ite

ms

may

be

avai

lab

le o

nlin

e o

nly.

24-

hour

onl

ine

par

ts o

rder

ing

at w

ww

.sears

.com

or w

ww

.sears

part

sdir

ect.

com

.

* As rated by engine manufacturer. Note: See specific model information. Not all features available on all models.

Mo

DE

l #

Au

ger

Belt

Dri

ve B

elt

Sp

ark

plu

gE

ng

ine o

ilM

ain

t. K

itS

he

ar

pin

sS

kid

Sh

oe

sE

ng

ine

Keys

Cab

Cove

r

88

50

2N

/AN

/AN

/AN

/AN

/AN

/AN

/AN

/AN

/AN

/A

8878

033

158

N/A

3396

188

298

3397

3N

/AN

/A33

962

N/A

3339

9

8878

233

158

N/A

3396

188

298

3397

3N

/AN

/A33

962

N/A

3339

9

88

957

3315

833

169

3396

188

298

3397

388

389

3396

733

962

8884

333

399

88

970

3315

833

169

3396

188

298

3397

388

389

3396

733

962

8884

333

399

88

691

3315

833

169

3396

188

298

3397

388

389

3396

733

962

8884

333

399

88

83

033

969

3397

133

961

8829

833

973

8838

933

967

3396

288

843

3339

9

88

83

533

970

3397

233

961

8829

833

973

8899

233

967

3396

288

843

8887

9

88

84

833

970

3397

233

961

8829

833

973

8899

233

967

3396

288

843

8887

9Surface Driveway

Snow Type Snowfalllarge hills & curves, mixed

6" – 9 "

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

Surface Driveway


6" – 9 "

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

moderate to wet &

heavy

moderate to wet &

heavy

www.sears.com

FREE

TAKE ME

PMOS #SC061138

88768**

88774**

** online only.

** online only.

SErviCE: The only mass retailer to offer a nationwide network of trained associates with hands-onexperience.Plus,24/7phoneandonline support.Call1-800-4MY-HOMEorvisit www.managemylife.com.

pArtS DirECt: Youronlineaccesspointforrepairpartsandaccessoriesfromeverymajorbrand–regardlessof whereyouboughtthem–allbackedbytheSears Satisfaction Guarantee. Visit www.searspartsdirect.com.

vAluE:Themostfeaturesforyourmoney–guaranteed–onCraftsmantractors, mowers and snow throwers. All units include a two-year warranty.

SElECtion: The largest power lawn and garden selection among national retailers.

ConvEniEnCE: Visit www.sears.com to find the store that’s closest to you and schedule repairs. Shop the products you want online and pick themupin-store–it’sfastandeasy.

Sears.com/layaway Requires down and biweekly payments. All fees nonrefundable. Cancellation fees apply. Not available at all Sears stores. Twelve week layaway option availableonpurchaseofmorethan$400. Exclusionsapply.Seestoreforfurtherdetails.

MAnAgE MY lifE – tHE EASY wAY to gEt EvErYtHing DonE

www.managemylife.com

Find your product manuals online

Getanswersfromourteamofhomeexperts

Get a personalized maintenance plan for your home

Find information and tools to help with home projects

unMAtCHED Support AnD SErviCE onlY froM SEArS

lAYAwAY plAn

SHop Your wAY rEwArDS join now. EArn toDAY. it’S frEE.

SEArS MoBilE

SEArS2go:Afast,easywaytoShopYourWay–onthego.Search, browse and buy everything that’s available on www.sears.com or find a nearbystore.Plusweeklyspecials,productreviewsandcustomerratings.

General Maintenance:

- Check oil level before each use and add as needed

-Changeoilafterfirst5-8hours,thenevery50hoursoroncea season (see owner’s manual for recommended change interval)

- Check shear pins and other bolts frequently for proper tightness

- Change spark plug every 100 hours or once a season

- After use, run the auger on a dry surface for a few moments to eliminate moisture on the unit

- Clean and dry the unit prior to storage

SEASonAl MAintEnAnCE:

- Change oil at the beginning of each season

- Tighten all nuts and bolts

- Replace spark plug

- Check tire pressure

-Filltankwithfreshgasolinemixedwithfuelstabilizer

EnD-of-SEASon MAintEnAnCE:

-Drainthefueltankandallowtheenginetorununtilitisoutofgasoline

- Lubricate all lubrication points

- Thoroughly clean the snow thrower

CArE AnD MAintEnAnCE tipS

BecomeaShop Your Way RewardsSMBonusMemberbysigningupwithavalid email address and opt in to receive email offers and … - Earn10pointsforevery$1spentinqualifyingpurchases* - Receive bonus offers in store, online and in circular

EarnyourwaytoVIPmembership

EverytimeyoufillaprescriptionatKmart Pharmacyyouearn500pointsand$50towardyourVIPstatus

BecomeaShop Your Way RewardsSMBaseMemberbysigningupwithanemail address or mobile phone number … - Earn10pointsper$1spentonqualifyingpurchases* - Receiveoffersviatext

*MembersearnPointsonQualifyingPurchases.Subjecttofullprogramtermsavailableatshopyourwayrewards.com.OffersareavailableonlytoShopYourWayRewardsMemberswithvalidemailaddressesormobilephonenumbersintheirMemberProfiles.Itmaytakeupto7daysforpointstoappearonyouraccount.QualifyingPurchasesexcludesalestaxesandotherfees.Tobeeligible to earn bonus points, you must maintain a valid email address in your account and remain opted-in to receiving promotional emails from Sears Holdings and its affiliates.

-OHVDesignwithCross-FlowCylinderHead:more efficient, cleaner burning engine provides powerful performance

-110VoltPush-ButtonElectricStarter: starts up easily without pulling the starter rope.Plugitin,pushabuttonandyou'reready to go.

-20WattAC/DCAlternator:forfeatures such as headlights and heated hand grips, where applicable

-Low-ToneMufflerwithHeatShield:significantlyreducesexhaustnoisetotheappreciation of the user and their neighbors

-InductionDischargeIgnition:deliverslongersparkdurationforeasy,dependablestartinginfrigid,subzerotemperatures–aslowas20degreesbelowzero!

-MechanicalGovernor:providesprecisecontrolofenginespeedforfasterresponse during sudden load changes. Results in smooth, consistent and trouble-free clearing power.

In a single move, the paddle pulls snow into the thrower and pushes it out the discharge chute. These units are lightweight, maneuverable, easy to use and best for: - Clearing small driveways, walkways and patios

- Paved surfaces

- Powdery, light to moderate snow

- Less than 6" of snowfall (per clearing)

These units perform two moves: 1) the auger breaks up snow, churning it into the impeller; 2) the impeller pushes it out of the discharge chute. They provide quick removal of large amounts of snow and are best for:

- Clearing medium to extra-large driveways, walkways and patios

- Paved or gravel surfaces

- Powdery to moderate and wet to heavy snow

- More than 6" of snowfall (per clearing)

SINGLE-STAGE

DUAL-STAGE

wAnt to SEE tHE DiffErEnCE BEtwEEn SinglE-StAgE

AnD DuAl-StAgE?Scan the code to watch a video now.

Single-Stage Models: 88502, 88780, 88782

Dual-Stage Models: 88957, 88970, 88691, 88830, 88835, 88848,

88768, 88774

TRUST. IN YOUR HANDS.

Craftsman tests snow throwers in the most demanding

conditions. We do this to make sure every unit can back

what it claims to do and even things it doesn’t claim –

like exceeding your expectations.

ChOOSING A SNOw ThROwER? hERE’S whAT YOU NEED TO KNOw.To make it easy to find the right snow thrower for your specific needs, we’ve included these icons to guide you.

Look for them throughout this brochure.

Small Small driveway and/or walkways and patio, 1 car wide x 3 cars long. A single-stage unit is ideal.

Extra Large Large driveway or gravel surface, 3 cars wide x 4 cars long. A dual-stage unit has added power, a larger clearing path and skid shoes for gravel surfaces.

Large Medium to large driveway, 2 cars wide x 4 cars long. A more powerful dual-stage unit is recommended.

Medium Small to medium driveway, 2 cars wide x 3 cars long. Choose either a single- or dual-stage unit.

6" – 9"

3" – 6"Less than 3"

More than 9"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

PavedSingle-stage or dual-stage

Hills and Curves, Paved and GravelConsider a dual-stage unit with a more powerful engine or power steering.

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

Powdery to LightA lightweight, easy-to-maneuver single-stage unit is ideal for quick snow clearing.

Moderate to Wet & Heavy A dual-stage unit is recommended, with serrated augers to break up ice and snow.

Craftsman units offer several extra features like 4-way chute control and EZ Steer power steering to make the job easier.

Go to sears.com/snow to use our online Snow Thrower Finder!

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

Light to ModerateTake your choice of either a single- or dual-stage unit to get the job done.

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

What driveWay size Will you be clearing?1 What type of snoW do

you typically get?3

What type of surface Will you be clearing?2 about hoW much snoW do you

need to clear per snoWfall?4

Flip the page to see a few options for snow throwers that match your needs. Turn to the end of this brochure to compare all of our snow throwers side by side.

extra features to considersee more online

21" CrAftSMAn® 179CC* SinglE-StAgE Snow tHrowErWhenyouhavealotoflightsnowto clear, this unit will make quick work of it. Witharecoilstartanda179ccengine to throw more snow faster, you can clear snow quickly and easily.

• 4-cycle,179cc*CraftsmanOHVengine • 21" clearing width • 13" intake height • SnowClaw™ auger grips ground to clear more snow • Auger-propelleddrive • Push-buttonelectricstart • Simplechuteoperation • Ergonomichandle • 8"x1.5" tires • 2-yearwarranty

4-CYClE oHv EnginES

Nomixingofoilandgas.Overheadvalveenginesrunmore efficiently, with fewer emissions and more power.

2-wAY rEMotE CHutE Control

Easilyadjuststochangethrowingdirection.

Snow ClAwtM AugEr tECHnologY

Reduces clogs and throws snow farther.

21" CrAftSMAn® 208CC* SinglE-StAgE Snow tHrowErBuilttoperform,thissnowthrowermakes it easy to clear snow with a built-in headlight for increased visibility and safety.Its2-wayjoystickchutecontrolmakes it easy to change direction from the operator position.

• 4-cycle,208cc*CraftsmanOHVengine • 21"clearingwidth • 13"intakeheight • Auger-propelleddrive • Push-buttonelectricstart • SnowClaw™ auger grips ground to clear more snow • Headlightforaddedvisibility • 2-wayremotechutecontrol • Ergonomichandle • 8"x1.5" tires • 2-yearwarranty

14" MtD 11 AMp ElECtriC SinglE-StAgE Snow tHrowErA few inches of powdery snow? Simply push the button and go. This unit’s auger-propelled drive makes it quick and easy to clear snow from driveways, patios and walkways.

• 11ampelectricmotor • 14" clearing width • 9.5" intake height • Auger-propelleddrive • Push-buttonelectricstart • 2.5"x.375" tires • 2-yearwarranty

Surface Driveway

Snow Type Snowfallsmall paved

less than 3"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

Surface Driveway

Snow Type Snowfallmedium paved

6" – 9"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

Surface Driveway

Snow Type Snowfallmedium paved

3" – 6"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"


88502

88782

88780

HEADligHt

A built-in headlight ensures safer operation at night and in low visibility conditions.

light to moderate

light to moderate

powdery to light

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

single-stage snoW throWersThese snow throwers are ideal for milderconditions and lighter snowfall. These lightweight, compact machines are easy to use and make snow throwing simple.

4-wAY CHutE AnD pitCH Control

Advanced gearing and a solid shaft rotate the chute side to side and keep it in place with a new lockout feature.

gliDE-tECH™ rEvErSiBlE SKiD SHoES

Protectyourdrivewayandsidewalkwitheasilyadjustable and reversible skid shoes.

EXtEnDED CHutE

Innovativedesignreducesclogsinthechuteandincreases the distance the unit can throw snow.

12" SErrAtED AugEr

The auger breaks up and pulls in snow. The impeller throws snow out of the discharge chute.


24" CrAftSMAn® 179CC* DuAl-StAgE Snow tHrowErThe more it snows, the more you’ll want the power and performance to plow through it all. Single-handedly, you can ease through the biggest jobs with the traction needed for all conditions and terrain.

• 4-cycle,179cc*CraftsmanOHVengine • 24"clearingwidth • 21"intakeheight • Push-buttonelectricstart • 12"serratedauger/12"impeller • 6forward/2reversespeeds • Single-handoperation • Crank/remotechutecontrol • 13"x4"X-Trac™ tires • Glide-Tech™ reversible skid shoes • 2-yearwarranty

26" CrAftSMAn® 208CC* DuAl-StAgE Snow tHrowErClearsmoresnowwithawide26"clearingwidthandpowerful208ccCraftsman engine, while easily adjusting the chute and pitch with the joystick control.

• 4-cycle,208cc*CraftsmanOHVengine • 26"clearingwidth • 21"intakeheight • 6forward/2reversespeeds • Push-buttonelectricstart • Glide-Tech™ reversible skid shoes • 15"x5"X-Trac™ tires • Single-handoperation • 4-wayjoystickchuteandpitchcontrol • Extendedchute • 2-yearwarranty

26" CrAftSMAn® 208CC* DuAl-StAgE Snow tHrowEr witH powEr StEEringLet this snow thrower do the hard work for you. This unit has power steering to makeyourjobeasier.Italsohasdeluxeskid shoes to protect your driveway.

• 4-cycle,208cc*CraftsmanOHVengine • 26"clearingwidth • 21"intakeheight • Fingertip-controlledpowersteering • 6forward/2reversespeeds • Push-buttonelectricstart • DeluxeGlide-Tech™ reversible skid shoes • 15"x5"X-Trac™ tires • Single-handoperation • 4-wayjoystickchuteandpitchcontrol • Extendedchute • 2-yearwarranty

Surface Driveway

Snow Type Snowfallmedium hills & curves, mixed

6" – 9 "

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

Surface Driveway


6" – 9 "

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

Surface Driveway


6" – 9 "

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

88957

88691

88970

dual-stage snoW throWersThese units have larger engines and more helpful features like Glide-Tech™ reversible skid shoes, Electric Start and wheel drive. They also have heavy duty features like power steering and 12" augers to handle serious winter weather.

light to moderate

light to moderate

light to moderate

45" CrAftSMAn® profESSionAl 420CC* DuAl-StAgE Snow tHrowErShow winter snow that you mean business with the ultimate snow thrower from Craftsman.Asuper-wide45"clearingwidthand420ccenginecanchewuptheheaviestsnowfalls and never lose traction with dual 16"x6.5"X-Trac™ tires. • 4-cycle,420cc*CraftsmanOHVengine • 45"clearingwidth • 22"intakeheight • Fingertip-controlledpowersteering • 6forward/2reversespeeds • Push-buttonelectricstart • Deluxereversiblesteelskidshoes • Dual16"x6.5"X-Trac™ tires • Single-handoperation • Remotechuterotationandpitchcontrol • Extremecapacitychute • Driftcutters • In-dashheadlight

Surface Driveway

Snow Type Snowfallhills & curves, mixed

more than 9 "

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

Surface Driveway

Snow Type Snowfallhills & curves, mixed

more than 9 "

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

up to 45" ClEAring wiDtH

Larger clearing widths and intake heights can remove more snow faster.

powEr StEEring

Changes direction by using the left or right handle trigger.

Drift CuttErS

Cut into higher snowbanks to loosen and clear extrasnow.

HEADligHt

Worksafelyandconvenientlydayornight with built-in light.

Surface Driveway


more than 9 "

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

S

M

L

XL

< 3"

3"-6"

6"-9"

> 9"

dual-stage professional series snoW throWersProfessional Series engines have 357cc’s of power

(or more) to handle heavy, wet or even icy snowfall.

These units are all dual-stage with power steering,

X-Trac™ tires for ultimate traction and headlights

to power through any condition.


88830

88848

88835

30" CrAftSMAn® profESSionAl 357CC* DuAl-StAgE Snow tHrowEr Throw big mounds of heavy, wet snow with357cc’sofpowerandhelpfulfeatures to make serious snow throwing a simple task. • 4-cycle,357cc*CraftsmanOHVengine • 30"clearingwidth • 21"intakeheight • Fingertip-controlledpowersteering • 6forward/2reversespeeds • Push-buttonelectricstart • Deluxereversiblesteelskidshoes • 16"x6.5"X-Trac™ tires • Single-handoperation • 4-wayjoystickchuteand pitch control • Extendedchute • Driftcutters • Heatedhandgrips

• In-dashheadlight • 2-yearwarranty/ 1-year commercial

33" CrAftSMAn® profESSionAl 357CC* DuAl-StAgE Snow tHrowErThrowupto22"ofanykindofsnow.The33"clearingwidthmakesshortworkofthe longest driveways or parking lots. Features like heated hand grips and power steering cut big tasks down to size.

• 4-cycle,357cc*CraftsmanOHVengine • 33"clearingwidth • 22"intakeheight • Fingertip-controlledpowersteering • 6forward/2reversespeeds • Push-buttonelectricstart • Deluxereversiblesteelskidshoes • 16"x6.5"X-Trac™ tires • Single-handoperation • Remotechuterotationandpitchcontrol • Extremecapacitychute • Driftcutters • Heatedhandgrips

• In-dashheadlight • 2-yearwarranty/ 1-year commercial

extra large

extra large

moderate to wet &

heavy

moderate to wet &

heavy

moderate to wet &

heavy

• Heated hand grips • 2-yearwarranty/ 1-year commercial

SinglE-StAgE DuAl-StAgE DuAl-StAgE profESSionAl SEriES

MoDEl 88780 88782 88957 88970 88691 88830 88835 88848

BrAnD Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Craftsman® Professional Craftsman® Professional Craftsman® Professional

EnginE 4-cycle 179cc*OHV

4-cycle 208cc*OHV

4-cycle179cc*OHV

4-cycle 208cc*OHV

4-cycle 208cc*OHV

4-cycle 357cc*OHV

4-cycle 357cc*OHV

4-cycle 420cc*OHV

EnginE BrAnD Craftsman Craftsman Craftsman Craftsman Craftsman Craftsman Craftsman Craftsman

StArtEr tYpE Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil Electric/recoil

fuEl CApACitY 2quarts 2quarts 2quarts 2quarts 2quarts 5 quarts 5 quarts 5 quarts

ClEAring wiDtH 21" 21" 24" 26" 26" 30" 33" 45"

intAKE HEigHt 13" 13" 21" 21" 21" 21" 22" 22"

AugEr/iMpEllEr Snow Claw™ Snow Claw™ 12"serratedauger/

12"impeller12"serratedauger/





16"impeller

SKiD SHoES N/A N/A Glide-Tech™ Glide-Tech™ DeluxeGlide-Tech™ Deluxereversiblesteel Deluxereversiblesteel Deluxereversiblesteel

Drift CuttErS No No No No No Yes Yes Yes

DrivE tYpE Auger-propelled Auger-propelled Wheel-driven Wheel-driven Fingertip-controlled power steering

Fingertip-controlled power steering



SpEED Control Auger-propelled Auger-propelled 6forward/2reverse 6forward/2reverse 6forward/2reverse 6forward/2reverse 6forward/2reverse 6forward/2reverse

univErSAl CAB CApABlE No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

tirES 8"x1.5" 8"x1.5" 13"x4"X-Trac™ 15"x5"X-Trac™ 15"x5"X-Trac™ 16"x6.5"X-Trac™ 16"x6.5"X-Trac™ Dual16" x6.5"X-Trac™

opErAtion Control Single-hand control Single-hand control Single-hand control Single-hand control Single-hand control Single-hand control

CHutE Control Manual 2-wayremotedirection Crank/remote 4-wayjoystick 4-wayjoystick 4-wayjoystick Crank/remote Crank/remote

CHutE HEigHt Standard Standard Standard Extended Extended Extended Extremecapacity Extremecapacity

HEAtED HAnD gripS N/A N/A No No No Yes Yes Yes

HEADligHt No Yes No No No Yes Yes Yes

wArrAntY 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year 2-year/1-yearcommercial 2-year/1-yearcommercial 2-year/1-yearcommercial

/> denotes step-up feature

/>

/>

/>

/>/> />/>

/>

/>

/>/>

/> />

/>

/>

/>

/>/>

/>

/> />

/> />/>/>/>

/>

/>

/>

/>

/>

/> /> />


linE up

2011/2012

2011/2012 customer cover n/a buying guide2011/2012 customer buying guide snow throwers built for...

Documents