Craftsman
Gas Snowblower

Model #536886260 Official Craftsman snow thrower

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Snowblower Ground Drive Belt, 3/8 x 33-1/16-in (replaces 1733324, 579932, 579932MA)#57

Frame assembly Diagram

Snowblower drive belt

Part #579932
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Snowblower Friction Wheel Assembly (replaces 1501435, 313883, 53830, 53830MA, 722185, MT1501435MA)#246

Drive components Diagram

Disc wheel

Part #53830
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Snowblower Auger Drive Belt, 7/16 x 35-1/2-in (replaces 37X120, 581264MA)#63

Frame assembly Diagram

Auger belt

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Snowblower Chute Retainer Ring, Outer (replaces 585193)#611

Discharge chute assembly Diagram

Snowblower chute retainer ring, outer

Part #585193
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Snowblower Auger Worm Gear (replaces 51405, 724379, MT51405MA)#315

Gearcase assembly Diagram

Worm gear

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Snowblower Auger Clutch Cable Spring (replaces 1673, MT1673MA)#744

Handle assembly Diagram

Auger clutch spacer

Part #1673
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Snowblower Nut

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1/4-20 hex n

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Snowblower Gearbox Housing Gasket#314

Gearcase assembly Diagram

Gasket

Part #51279
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Snowblower Clutch Cable (replaces 1579)#740

Handle assembly Diagram

Clutch cable

Part #1579
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Snowblower Drive Cable Spring Boot (replaces 308146, 308146, 723154)#746

Handle assembly Diagram

Boot spring

Part #308146
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Symptoms for gas snowblowers

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Main causes: dirty carburetor, clogged fuel filter, dirty spark plug, incorrect valve lash, leaky engine gaskets
Main causes: dirty carburetor, stale fuel
Main causes: loose drive clutch cable, damaged drive clutch cable, worn friction disc, scraper blade scraping the ground, engine problems
Main causes: punctured tire, damaged rim
Main causes: broken shear pins, worn or loose auger drive belt, auger drive cable failure, damaged auger, bad gear case
Main causes: stale gas, clogged carburetor, clogged or broken fuel line, dirty spark plug, bad rewind starter, incorrect valve lash
Main causes: clogged chute, snow build-up in auger housing, broken auger shear pins, auger drive belt needs adjustment, auger cable problems
Things to do: replace the spark plug, change the oil, rebuild the carburetor, adjust valve lash, adjust or replace the belts
Main causes: clogged chute, damaged auger blades, broken shear pins, worn auger belt, damaged gear case, engine problems

Repair guides for gas snowblowers

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your snowblower.

How to replace a snowblower fuel filter

Replace the fuel filter on your snowblower if it's clogged or damaged.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to adjust snowblower skid shoes

To prevent snowblower auger and shave plate damage, adjust the skid shoes regularly to keep the shave plate ¼-inch high. It's an easy adjustment that you can handle yourself.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to rebuild a snowblower carburetor

Rebuild the carburetor on your snowblower if the engine isn't getting fuel.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 45 minutes or less

Articles and videos common to all snowblowers

Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your snowblower.

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