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01ODEL NO. 143.996501
5.0 RESERVE

POWER

6.5 CUBIC INCH(195 cc)
DISPLACEMENT
SOLID STATEIGNITION

ENGINE
CAUTION:
• Operating

Read RULES for
Safe OPERATION
and INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully

• Maintenance
• Repair Parts

WARNING:

a_eenme

alifornia
Proposition
65
from this product
known
to the
State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects orexhaust
other reproductive
harm. contains

chemicals

Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO._ CHICAGO, IL 60684 U.S.A.
and SEARS CANADA, INC., TORONTO, ONTARIO,I CANADA
Printed in U.S.A.

6-1-98

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OIL FILL PLUG AND DIPSTICK

MOOEL AND
D,O.M. DECAL

MUFFLER

PRIMER
STARTER HANDLE

CHOKE

RECOIL STARTER
CONTROL"
LEVER

'_.
Figure 1
THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH IF NOT FOLLOWED COULD
ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND ANY PROVIDED WITH THE EQUIPMENT ON WHICH
THIS ENGINE:IS USED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATING,

THESE SYMBOLS MAY APPEAR ON THE ENGINE:

OFF
FAST

SLOW

STOP

ENGINES WHICH ARE CERTIFIED TO COMPLY WITH CALIFORNIA AND U.S. EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR ULGE
ENGINES: Are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline.
Include the followingemission
control system(s): EM;TWC (if so
equipped); Do not include any usefedjustable features - therefore
no other adjustments are needed.

See "STORAGE" instructions on Page 5.
NOTE: Use clean oil and fuel and store in approved, clean
covered containers. Use clean fill funnels.
Never use "stale" gasoline left over from last season or stored for
long periods.

IMPORTANT

OIL & FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS

KEEP THIS MANUAL HANDY AT ALL TIMES FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
READ IT CAREFULLY AND FAMILIARIZE
YOURSELF WITH THE OPERATING, MAINTENANCE AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. THIS MANUAL ALSO CONTAINS
A COMPLETE PARTS LISTING.

TO OPERATE ENGINE, YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING:

(_) A CLEAN,

HIGH QUALITY,

DETERGENT

FULL
CHOKE

OIL.

Be sure originalcontaineris marked:A.P.L service"SF"-"SJ".
FOR SUMMER (ABOVE 32°F; 0°C)USE SAE 30 OIL.
(SAE 10W30 is an acceptablesubstitute.)
Use SAE30 oilin hightemperature,highloadapplication.Using
multigrade oil may increaseoil consumption.
FOR WINTER (BELOW 32°F; 0°C) USE SAE 5W30 OIL.
(SAE 10W is an acceptablesubstitute.)
DO NOT USE 10W40 OIL.
OIL SUMP CAPACITY: 21 ounces(1-1/4 U.S. pints)

BEFORE STARTING
I_)

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
PROVIDED WITH THE EQUIPMENT ON WHICH THIS ENGINE IS USED.

(_ CHECK

(_) A FRESH, CLEAN, .62
liter
UNLEADED
REGULAR,
UNLEADED PREMIUM, OR REFORMULATED
AUTOMOTIVE GASOLINEONLY.
DO NOT USE LEADED
GASOLINE.
NOTE: DO NOT USE GASOLINE CONTAINING METHANOL
(WOOD ALCOHOL). Gasolinecontaining up to 10% ethanolor
grain alcohol("Gasohol"),or up to 15% MTBE (MethylTertiary
ButylEther), may be used but requiresspecialcarewhenengine
is unused for extenddd periods.
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OIL LEVEL:

JMPORTANT:

NEVER RUN ENGINE UNLESS OIL LEVEL IS
BETWEEN "FULL" AND "ADD" MARK9 ON
DIPSTICK.
CHECK LEVEL OFTEN DURING ENGINE BREAK-IN.
NEVER RUN ENGINE UNLESS OIL FILL PLUG IS TIGHTENED SECURELY INTO OIL FILL HOLE.
A. POSITION EQUIPMENT SO ENGINE IS LEVEL.
B.
C.

Clean area around OIL FILL PLUG (see Figure 1).
Remove OIL FILL PLUG AND DIPSTICK.

Wipe DIPSTICK clean, insert it into oil level and tighten
securely.
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BEFORE STARTING (conunued)
E.

STARTING (Continued)

Remove OIL FILL PLUG and check oil level. If level is not
up to "FULL" mark on DIPSTICK, add recommended oil,
until it is. POUR SLOWLY.
Wipe DIPSTICK clean each time oil level is checked.
NOT FILL ABOVE "FULL" MARK ON DIPSTICK.

Grasp STARTER HANDLE (see Rgure 2), and pull rope out,
slowly, until it pulls slightly harder. Let rope rewind slowly.
Then pull rope with a rapid full arm stroke. Let rope rewind
SLOWLY. Do not let STARTER HANDLE snap back against
starter.

F. Replace OIL FILL PLUG and tighten securely.
See "MAINTENANCE" section for any future oil level and oil
change instructions (see Page 2).

NOTE: If RECOIL STARTER is frozen and won't crank
engine, proceed as follows:
1. Pull as much rope out of starter as possible.

FILL FUEL TAN K withgasolineas specifiedin thepreceding

,_
I
,_

"OIL & FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS" item 2.
NEVER MIX OIL WITH GASOLINE

Never usa "stale" gasoline left over from last season or stored for
long periods.
FILL FUEL
NEVER
TANK INDOORS.
NEVER RLL FUEL
TANK
WHEN
ENGINE
IS
RUNNING
OR
HOT. DO NOT
SMOKE WHEN FILL FUEL TANK.

NOTE: The preceding should be done only when necessary to free a frozen starter.
If engine fails to start after 3 pulls, repeat preceding instructions C - E, until engine starts.
When engine starts, move CHOKE gradually "OFF'.

E.
F.

NEVER FILL FUEL TANK COMPLETELY. FILL TANK TO 1/2"
BELOW BOTTOM OF FILLER NECK TO PROVIDE SPACE
I

Release STARTER
against starter.

HANDLE and let it snap beck

If engine falters, move CHOKE immediately to "FULL" and
then gradually to "OFF'.

FOR
FUEL
EXPANSION.
ANY FUEL
SPILLAGE
FROM
ENGINE
AND
EQUIPMENTWIPE
BEFORE
STARTING
ENGINE.
ANY LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM (LPG) OR NATURAL GAS
FUEL SYSTEM MUST BE LEAKPROOF AND MEET ALL
APPLICABLE CODES AND REGULATIONS.
CHECK
THE FOLLOWING:
A.
,_

B.
C.

BE SURE EQUIPMENT

IS IN NEUTRAL

GEAR

WITHI
PRIMER-_

CLUTCHES, BELTS, CHAINS AND SAFETY SWITCHES I
DISENGAGED. (FOLLOW EQUIPMENT MANUFACTUR- 1
ER'S INSTRUCTIONS.)
THIS SHOULD PLACE ANY
SAFETY SW TCHES N SAFE START NG POSIT ON.
Be sure SPARK PLUG WIRE is attached to SPARK PLUG
(see Figure 1).
Insert ignition key into ignition keyslot in carburetor sever
(sea Figures 2 and 3).
NOTE: If engine is used for anything except snow removal,
the CARBURETOR COVER (sea Figure 1) must be removed, and an approved air cleaner instalisd. Sea your
nearby Sears Roebuck and co. (or Sears Canada, Inc.)
Service Center.

PRIMER

HANDLE

CONTROL LEVER
ENGINEWILLNOTSTARTUNLESS
IGNITIONKEYIS INSERTED
INTO
IGNITIONKEYSLOT
IN CARBURETOR
COVER.

STARTING

DONOTTURNIGNITIONKEY.

VENTILATED AREAS. ENGINE EXHAUST CONTAINS CARBON MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS AND DEADLY GAS (CARBON MONOXIDE IS ALSO PRESENT IN ENGINE EXHAUST
NEVER RUN ENGINE INDOORS OR IN ENCLOSED, POORLY
FROM LIQUID PETROLEUM (LPG) AND NATURAL GAS
FIIFI RY_TI=M_._.

Figure 2

(_) ELECTRIC
•
I

A.
B.

STARTER

(see Figure 3):

WHEN CONNECTING 120 VOLT AC "POWER CORD', ALWAYS CONNECTCORDTO
SWlTCHBOX
ONENGINEFIRST, ANDTHENPLUG
THE OTHER ENO INTO THREE-HOLE GROUNDED RECEPTACLE,

END IN DISCONNE_rlNG
THE TREE-HOLE
WHEN

(see Figure 1):

Push PRIMER three (3) times (see Figure 2). Always cover
vent hole when pushing primer.

A.C.

_1_[

UNA'I'FENDED WHEN ENGINE

Move engine CONTROL LEVER (see Figure 2) to "FAST'.
Move engine CHOKE (see Figure 2) to "FULL'.
NOTE: IF RESTARTING A WARM ENGINE AFTER A
SHORT SHUTDOWN:
1. MOVE CHOKE TO?OFF" INSTEAD OF "FULL'.
2. DO NOT USE PRIMER.

- 120 VOLT

WARNINGTHIS STARTER IS EQUIPPED WITH A THREE-WIRE
POWER CORD AND PLUG AND IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE ON 120
VOLTAC HOUSEHOLD CURRENT. rr MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNOED AT ALLTIMES TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
WHICH MAY BE INJURIOUS TO THE OPERATOR.
FOLLOW ALL
INSTRUCTION CAREFULLY AS SET FORTH BELOW. DETERMINE
THAT YOUR HOUSE WIRING IS A THREE-WIRE GROUNDED SYSTEM. ASK A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN IF YOUR ARE NOT SURE. IF
YOUR HOUSE WIRING SYSTEM IS NOT A THREE-WIRE GROUNDED
SYSTEM, DO NOT USE THIS ELECTRIC STARTER UNDER ANY
CONDmON.
IF YOUR SYSTEM IS GROUNDED AND A THREE-HOLE
RECEPTACLE IS NOT AVAILABLE AT THE POINT YOUR STARTER
WILL NORMALLY BE USED, ONE SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY
LICENSED ELECTRICIAN.

_IL WARNING - TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARB_
ARFA.q MAY FX_FFn I_OOF (_5o(::)_ AVOI]3 THE_F AREARI

(_ RECOIL

STARTER

•

_KEEP
FEET, PARTR
HAIR AND
LOOSE ANrl
CLOTHING
AWAY
FRNM HANDS,
ANY Mt3VINP.
(3N FNP.INF:
I=t'3111PMFNT
_IL ISEVER
LEAVE EQUIPMENT
OPERATING.

IGNmON KEY

Page 2

GROUNDED
RECEPTACLE
"POWER CORD',
ALWAYS RRST.
UNPLUG THE

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STOPPING (Continued)

STARTING (Continued)

ELECTRIC STARTER:
1. Connect powercordto switchbox,then to 120 Volt AC
receptacle.
2. With engine running, push starter button and spin
starterfor several seconds.

ELECTRIC STARTER (Continued - see Figure 3):.
NOTE: THIS ELECTRIC STARTER IS THERMALLY PROTECTED. IF
OVERHEATED IT WILL STOP AUTOMATICALLY,AND CAN BE RESTARTEDONLYWHEN IT HASCOOLEDTO A SAFETEMPERATURE.
(AWAIT OF ABOUT5 TO 10 MINUTES IS REQUIRED,)
NOTE: DO NOT USE PRIMERWHEN USING 120 VOLT ELECTRIC
STARTER.
A.
B.
C.

Move engine CONTROL LEVER (see Figure 3) to "FAST".
Move engine CHOKE (see Figure 3) to "OFF";
ConneCt POWER CORD to SWITCHBOX (see Figure 3).

Plugother endof POWER CORDinto athree-hole, GROUNDED 120V, AC receptacle. (See "WARNING" at beginning of
these instructions.)

E.
F.
G.
H.
I.

Push STARTER BUTTON (see Figure 3) to crank engine.
Move engine CHOKE to "FULL" while cranking engine.
When engine starts, release STARTER BUTrON and move
CHOKE gradually to "OFF".
If engine falters, move CHOKE immediataly to "FULL", and
then gradually to "OFF'.
Disconnect POWER CORD from receptacle first, and then
from SWlTCHBOX.

(_) STOP ENGINE (seeFigure3):
A.

Move control lever to "STOP" OR "OFF'.

Remove ignition key (see Figure 2 or 3) from carburetor
cover.
DONOT

(_) AFTER
A.

If, after following the preceding instructions, your engine
fails to start, have it checked by your nearby Sears Roebuck
and Co. (of Sears Canada, Inc.) Service Center.

PRIMER

SWlTCHBOX

Wipe all snow and moisture from engine in vicinity of
control lever and choke.

Move equipment control (see equipment manufacturer's instructions) or engine control lever back and forth
several times and leave in the "STOP" or "OFF" position.

Move engine choke back and forth several times and
leave in the "FULL" position.

MAINTENANCE
_

WARNING - TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARB'_ 1
AREAS MAY EXCEED 150°F (65°C). AVOID THESE AREAS_

IGNmON KEY

(_) ENGINE

OIL LEVEL:

Check oil level every five (5) operating hours or each time engine
is used. See '2 CHECK OIL LEVEL" on Page 1.

STOPPING
BEFORE

(see Figure 3):

REMOVE
CARBURETOR
COVER.
THIS
WILLIGNITION
REDUCEKEY
THEFROM
POSSIBILITY
OF BNABTHORIZED STARTING OF ENGINE WHILE EQUIPMENT IS
NOT IN USE.
..
'
NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN TANK INDOORS
OR IN ENCLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREAS,
WHERE FUEL FUMES MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME,
SPARK OR PILOT LIGHT AS ON A FURNACE, WATER
HEATER, CLOTHES DRYER OR OTHER GAS APPLIANCF,

POWER
CORD

. . Figure 3

IS STOPPED

To help avoid pussible freeze-up of engine controls, proceed
as follows:

_kC.

ENGINEWILL NOTSTART UNLESS
IGNITION KEYiS INSERTEDINT0
IGNIT]0N KEYSLOTIN CARBURETOR
COVER•
DO NOTTURN IGNITION KEY,

ENGINE

KEY.

DISCONNECT
SPARK FROM
PLUG SPARK
WIRE FROM
SPARK PLUG
AND KEEP IT AWAY
PLUG.

CHOKE

LEVER

TURN IGNmON

_lkB.

l
STARTER
BUT[ON

NOTE: The unusualsound madeby spinningstarter
willnot harm engine or starter.
Disconnectpowercord from receptaclefirst,and then
from switchbox.

STOPPING

(_) CHANGE

(see Figure3):

Runenginefor a few minutesto helpdry offany moistureon
engine.
B. To help avoid possible freeze-up of starter, proceed as
follows:
RECOIL sTARTER:
Withenginerunning,pullstarterropewitha rapidcontinuous
full arm stroke three (3) or four (4) times.
NOTE: The unusualsoundmadeby pullingstarterropewill
• not harm engine or starter.

OIL"

Chang e oil after first two (2) operating hours and every 25
operating hours thereafter, more often if operated in extremely
dusty or dirty conditions. Change oil while engine is still Warm
from recent running.
A. Clean area around oil drain plug.
B. Position e(luipment so engine oildrain ;)lugis lowest point on
engine (see Figure 1).
C. Remove oil drain plug and oil fill plug to drain oil.
D. Replace oil drain plug and tighten securely.
E. Fill oil sump with recommended oil. See "OIL & FUEL
RECOMMENDATIONS" and "CHECK OIL LEVEL" on Page
1.-

Page 3

F.
G.

Replace oil till plug and tighten securely.
Wipe up any spilJedOIL

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'(_) SPARK

PLUG (see Figure4):

STORAGE

(C_ntinued)

This spark ignition system meets all requirements of the Cana,dianlnterferense-Causing Equipme*ntRnguletions. Thiseng. ine :: IFENEilNEISTOBEUNUSEDFOR30DAYSORMORE,

PREPARE

complieswith all currentAustralianend New Zealandlimitations AS FOLLOWS:
regardingelectromagneticinterference.Checksparkplugyearly
or every 100 operatinghours.
(_ DRAIN FUEL SYSTEM:
A. Clean area aroundspark plugbase.
Remove all gasoline from CARBURETOR and FUEL TANK to
B. Remove and inspectspark plug.
preventgum depositsfrom formingon these partsand causing
C. Replace spark plug if electrodes are pitted, burned or
possiblemalfunctionof engine,
pomelainiscracked. ForreplacementuseChampionRN4C
DRAIN FUEL INTO APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS;
or equivalent.
RIAWAY
FROM OPEN FLAME. BE SURE ENGINE IS COOL
NOTE: A resistorsparkplugmustbe usedfor replacement.
J DO NOT SMOKE.
D. Check electrodesgap with wire feeler gauge. Set gap at
Run engine until FUEL TANK is empty and engine stops due to
lack of fuel.
.030 if necessary.
E. Installspark plugin engine and tightensecurely.
NOTE:
Fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL) is an acceptable
altemative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum
deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in
fuel tank or storage container. Always follow mix ratio
found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10
minutes"after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach
carburetor.

ELECTRODES

DRAIN CARBURETOR:
Drain carburetor by pressing upward on bowl drain(see Figure
5), which is located below carburetor cover (see Figure 1).

.030 GAP

_k
Figure4
I_CHECK

ENGINE

AND EQUIPMENT

DRAIN FROM
FUEL OPEN
INTO FLAME.
APPROVED
CONTAINER
AWAY
BE SURE
ENGINE OUTDOORS
IS COOL DO
I

OFTEN

NOT SMOKE.
NOTE: Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer:

FOR LOOSE

,_TNUTS, BOLTSANDATrACHMENTSANDKEEPTHESEITEMS
IGHTENED.

CARBURETOR

ADJUSTMENTS
DO NOT MAKE UNNECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.
FACTORY
SETTINGS ARE SATISFACTORY FOR MOST APPLICATIONS
AND CONDITIONS. IF ADJUSTMENTS ARE NEEDED, PROCEED
_) FOLLOWS:

BOWLD_

CARBURETOR

If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your nearest
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. (OR SEARS CANADA, INC.)
SERVICE CENTER. Engine performance should not be affected
at altitudes up to 7,000 feet. For operation at higher elevations,
contact your nearest SEAR S, ROEBUCK AND CO. (OR SEARS
CANADA, INC.) SERVICE CENTER.

ENGINE

Figure 5

(_) CHANGE

....

OIL:

If oil has not been changed recently, this may be a good time to
do it. See "CHANGE OIL" instructions in "MAINTENANCE-"
section.

SPEED
l

,_NEVER
TAMPER WITH ENGINE GOVERNOR WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING
ENGINE ABOVE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN. BE
DANGEROUS.
CHANGING OF ENGINE-GOVERNED
SPEED WILL VOID
ENGINE WARRANTY.

I
J
I
J

(_) OIL CYLINDER
A.
B.

Remove spark plug. Squirt one (1) oz. (30 ml) of clean
engine oil into spark plug hole.
Cover spark plug hole with a rag.

Crank engine over, slowly, several times.

_lb

STORAGE

AVOID
SPRAY
FROM
SPARK
PLUG
CRANKING
ENGINE
OVER
SLOWLY.
D.

_1'_ NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN TANK INDOORS OR J
'meLIN ENCLOSED, POORLY VEN_LATED AREAS, WHERE FUEL
FUMES MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME SPARK OR PILOT I
LIGHT AS ON A FURNACE, WATER HEATER, CLOTHES I
I DRYEROROTHERGASAPPLIANCE.

BORE:

HOLE WHEN

install spark plug, Do not connect spark plug wire.

CLEAN

ENGINE:

Remove any clippings,dirt, or chafffrom exteriorof engine.

GENERAL
Just as your automobile needs professional mechanical maintenance from ti.me to time, so does your Craftsman engine.
Replacement of the spark plug and ignition points is made
necessary by NORMAL use. Professional Air-Cooled Engine
Service is as close as your nearest Sears Roebuck and Co. (or
Sears Canada,. Inc.) Service Center.

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A yearly check-_upor tune-up by Sears is a good idea to avoid
breakdowns or deJay.., do it at the end of the season, then you're
ready for the n6xt. We even prepare it for storage for you.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

THE FOLLOWING MAY HELP AVOID A DELAY IN YOUR WORK
SAVE THE EXPENSE OF A SERVICE CALL.

ENGINE FAILS TO START OR STARTS WITH DIFFICULTY
CAUSE

REMEDY

Controls not in start position.

Move ENGINE CONTROL or equipmentcontrolto "Hi"or
START postion. See "STARTING"instructionsin this
manual.

Sparkplug wire disconnectedfrom sparkplug.

Connect SPARK PLUG WIRE to SPARK PLUG.

Spark plug fouled.

Remove SPARK PLUG and clean it. See "SPARK
PLUG" instructions in "MAINTENANCE" section in this
manual.

Spark plug porcelain cracked.

Install new spark plug.

Insufficient fuel.

Fill FUEL TANK per "BEFORE STARTING" instructions.

Water or dirt in fuel.

Drain FUEL TANK and re-fillwithclean,fresh gasoline.
See "BEFORE STARTING"instructions
in thismanual.

impropercarburetoradjustment

Adjustcarburetor (ifapplicable).See "ADJUSTMENTS"
sectionin this manual.

ENGINE LACKS POWER
CAUSE

REMEDY

Dirty air cleaner.

Replace or clean air cleaner per "AIR CLEANER"
instructions in "MAINTENANCE" section in this manual.

Impropercarburetor adjustment.

Adjust carburetor (if applicable). See "ADJUSTMENTS"
section in this manual.

Lack of lubricaiton.

Fill oilsump to properlevel. See "BEFORESTARTING"
instructionssectionin this manual.

ENGINE MISSES UNDER LOAD

CAUSE

REMEDY

Spark plug fouled.

Remove SPARK PLUG and clean it. See "SPARK
PLUG" instructions In "MAINTENANCE" section in this
manual,

Spark plugpomelalncracked.

Installnew SPARK PLUG;

Improperspark pluggap.

Regap SPARK PLUG electrodes. See "SPARK PLUG"
instructions in "MAINTENANCE" section in this manual.

Impropercarburetor adjustment

Adjust carburetor (if applicable). See "ADJUSTMENTS"
section in this manual.

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SEARS, ROEBUCK

AND Co.-

Fexleral and California Emission Control Systems Limited Warranty
.Utility and Lawn and Garden Engines
CAUFORNIA
& US EPA EMISSION CONTROL
WARRANTY STATEMENT
The U. S, Environmental Protection Agency (=EPA'), the California Air Resources
Board ('CARB') and Sears, Roebuck and Co. are pleased to expla!n the Federal
and California Erais_on Control Systems Warranty on your new utility or lawn and
garden equipment engine, In California, new 1995 andlster uUl_Ullty
and lawn and
garden equipment engines must be designed, bui9 and equipped to meet the
State's stringnnt anti-smo_ standards. In other states, new 1997 and later model
year engines must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale, to meet
the U.S. EP_A regulations for small non-read engines. Sears, Roebuck and Co.
will warrant the emission control system on your utility or lawn and garden
equipment engine for the periods of time listed below, provided there has been no
abuse, neglect, unapproved modification, or improper maintenance of your utility
or lawn and garden equipment engine.

B. GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE:
Sears, Roebuck and CO.
warrants to the odginel, end-use purchaser of the new engine or equipment and to
each subsequent purchaser that each of its utility and lawn and garden equipment
engines is:
1. Designed, built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable
regulations adopted by the Air Resources Beard pursuant to its authority in
Chapters I and 2, Part 5, Division 2(_of the Health and Safety Code, and
2.

C. The ECS Warranty only pertains to emissions-related
follows:

Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor, IgnRion
system and exhaust system. Also incroded may be the compression release
system and other emission-related assemblies.

SYSTEM
2.

Emission control systems on 1995 and later model year Califomis utilility;andlawn
and garden equipment engines are warranted for two years as hereinafter noted.
_nother states, 1997 and later model year engines are also warranted for two
years. If, during such warranty pedod, any emission-related part on your engine is
defective in materials or workmanship, the part will be repaired or replaced by
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
OWNER'S

WARRANTY

parts on your engine, as

Any warranted, emissions-relatsd parts which are not scheduled for
replacement as required maintenance in the Owner's Manual shall be
warranted for the ECS Warranty Period. If any such part fails during the
ECS Warranty Period, it shall be repaired or replaced by Sears, Roebuck
and Co, according to Subsection 4 below. Any such pert repaired or
replaced under the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for any remainder of
the ECS Warranty Period.

Where a warrantable condition exists, Sears, Roebuck and Co. will repair your
utill
or lawn and garden equipment engine at no cost to you for diagnosis, parts
an_jt_£boL
MANUFACTURER'S
EMISSION CONTROL
WARRANTY COVERAGE

Free f torn defents In materials and workmanship which, at any t;me duit ng
the ECS WarranzntyPeriod, will cause a warranted emissions-related part to
fail to be identical in all matedal respects to the part as described in the
engine manufacturer's application for certification.

Any warranted, emissions-related part wftich is scheduled only for regular
inspection as specified in the Owner's Manual shall he warranted for the
ECS Warranty Period. A statement in such written instructions to the
effect Of*repair or replace as necessary', shall not reduce the ECS
warranty Period. Any such part repaired or replaced under the ECS
Warranty shell be warranted for the remainder of the ECS Warranty
Period.
Any warranted, emissions-relsted pert which is scheduled for replacement
as reequired maintenance in the Owner's Manual, shell be warranted for the
padod of time pdor to the first scheduled re_acement point for that part. If
the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement, the part shall be
repaired or replaced by Sears, Roebuck and CO. according to SubsestJon 4
below. Any such emissions-related pert repaired or re,placed under the
ECS Warranty, shall be warranted for the remainder of the ECS Warranty
Period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for such emissionsrelated part.

RESPONSIBILITIES

, AS the utility or lawn and garden equipment engine owner, you are responsible for
the performance of the required maintenance listed _n your Owner's Manual, but
Sears, Roebuck and Co. will not denny warranty soialry due to the lack of receipts or
for your failure to provide written evidence of the performance of all scheduled
maintenance.
As the utility or lawn and _arden equipment engine owner, you should, however,
be aware that Sears, Roeouck and Co. may deny you warranty coverage if your
utility or lawn and garden equipment or a part thereof has failed due to abuse,
neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.

Repair or replacement of any warranted, emissions-related part under this
ECS Warranty shall be performed at no charge to the owner at a Sears,
Roebuck and Co. Authorized Service Outlet.

You are responsible for presenting your utility or lawn and garden equipment
engine to a Sears. Roebuck and CO. Authodsed Service Outlet as soon as a
problem exists. The warranzntyrepairs should be complnted in a reasonable
amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.

5. The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the
determination that a part covered b_/the ECS Warranty is in fact defective,
provided that such diagnostic work =sperformed at a Sears, Roebuck and
Co. Authorized Service Outlet.

Warranty service can be arranged by contacting either a Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Authorized Servioe Outlet, or by contacting Sears, Roebuck and Co. at 1-800-4737247.

6. Sears, Roebuckand Co. shall be liablefor damagesto otheroriginal
engine components or approved modificationsproximatelycaused by a
failure underwarrantyof an emission-relatedpart coveredby the ECS
Warranty.

IMPORTANT

NOTE
7. Throughout the ECS Warranty Pedod, Sears, Roebuck and Co. shall
maintain a suppty of warranted emission-related parts sufficient to meet
the expected demand for such emission-relsted parts.

This warranty statement explains your dghts and obligations under the Emission
Contrel System Warranty ('ECS Warranty') which is provided to you by Sears,
Roebuck and Co. pursuant to California law. See also the Sears, Roebuck and
Co. Limited Warranties for Sears, Roebuck and Co. which is enclosed therewith
on a separate sheet and also is provided to you by Sears, Roebuck and Co. The
ECS Warranty applies oely to the emission control system of your new engine.
TO the extent that there is any conflict in terms between the ECS Warranty and the
Sears, Roebuck and Co. Warranty, the ECS Warranty shall apply except in any
circumstances in which the Sears, Roebuck and Co. Warranty may provide a
longer warranty period. Both the ECS Warran_ and the Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Warranty descdbe important rights and obligattons with respect to your new
engine.
Warranty service can only be performed by a Sears, Roebuck and Co. Authorized
Service Outlet. At the time of requesting warranty service, evidence must he
presented of the date of sele to the origmel purchaser. The pumhaser shall gamey
any charges for making service calls and/or for transporting} the predunts to and
from the place where the inspection and!or warranty work =spenormed. The
purchaser shall be responaible for any damatge or loss incurred in connection with
the transportation of any engine or any part(s) thereof submitted for inspection
and/or warranty work.
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you
should contact Sears, Roebuck and Co. at 1-800-473-7247.
EMISSION

CONTROL

SYSTEM

WARRANTY

Emission Control System Warrant'/ "ECS Warranty')
year California utility and lawn an(l garden equipment
1997 and later model year engines):

for 1995 and later model
engines {for other states,

A. APPLICABILITY:
This warranlty shall apply to 1995 and later model year
California utility and lawn and garden equipment engines for other states, 1997
and later model year engines). The ECS Warrant./Period
shall begin on the date
the new engine or equipment is delivered to its onginal, end-use purchaser, and
shell continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.

8. Any Sears, Roebuck and CO. authorized add approved emlsaion.related
replacement part me;/be used in the performance of any ECS Warranty
maintenance or repair add will be provided without cha rge to tbe owner.
Such use shall not reduce Sears, Roebuck and Co. ECSWarranty
obligations.
9. Ur_approved edd-on or modifiad parts may not be used to modify or rebeir
a Seers, Roebuck and Co. engine. Such use voids this ECS Warranty and
shall be sufficient grounds for disa,owing an ECS Warranty cisim. Sears,
Roebuck and Co. shall not be }ieqia hereunder for failures of any warranted
parts of a Sears, Roebuck and Co. engine caused by the use of such an
unapproved add-on or modified part.
EMISSION-RELATED

PARTS INCLUDE

THE FOLLOWING:

1. Carburetor Assembly and its Internal Components
a) Fuel filter
b) Carburetor gaskets
c) Intake pipe
2. Air Cleaner Assembly
a) Air filter element
3. Ignition System, including:
a) Spark plug
b) Ignition module
€) Flywheel assembly
4, Catalytic Muffler (if so equipped)
a) Muffler gasket (if so equipped)
b) Exhaust manifold (if so equipped)
5. Crankcase Breather Assembly and its Components
a) Breather connection tube

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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U.S.A.
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CRAFTSMAN

4-CYCLE ENGINE

_MODEL:i43.9§6501

161

173
310 --

3O7

159
4O
130

153

135

75_.

120
86

126
125
119

/
72

186B

222

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CRAFTSMAN

4,-CYCLE ENGINE

MODEL:

143,996501

30i

298

341

313

26o

287

370K

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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE
Ref.
No.

Pad
No.

1
2
4
5
14
15
16
19
20
25
25A
26
30
35
37
38
40
4O
41
41
42
42
43
45
46
48
49
50
60
64
65
69
70
72
75
80
81
82
83
86
89
90
92
93
100
161
103
110
110B
119
120
125
125
126
126
130
130A
135
150
151
153
154
155
157
158
159
160
161
173
178
182
183

37120A
26727
31857
3O969
651052
37108
37110
37111
32600
36621
36869
30200
34740
651053
29216
37109
40004
4OOO5
36070
36071
4OOO6
40007
20381
32875A
32610A
35616
36611
37040
36623A
651027
30200
*36624
36625
27642
27897
30574A
30590A
30591
36057
650488
610961
611216
650815
650816
34443B
610118
651007
36230
36874
"36719
36721
36471
36472
29314C
29315C
650912
650999
34645
37039
31673
36649
650913
35624A
650914
36629
*35626
36630A
651008
36675A
650852
650451
36867

Pad Name

Ref.
No.

MODEL:143.996501
Pad
No.

Cylinder (Ind. 2, 20 & 72)
Dowel Pin
Oil Drain Extension
Extension Cap
Washer
Governor Rod
Governor Lever
Extension Spdng
Oil Seal
Air Baffle (Left)
Air Baffle (Right)
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"
Crankshaft
Screw, 10-32 x 63/64"
Lock Nut, 10-32
Retaining Ring
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.)
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.010" OS)
Piston & Pin Ass'y. (Std.) (Incl. 43)
Piston & Pin Ass'),. (.010" OS) (Incl. 43)
Ring Set (Std.)
Ring Set (.010" OS)
Piston Pin Retaining Ring
Connecting Rod Ass'y. (Incl. 46 & 49)
Connecting Rod Bolt
Valve Lifter

184
185
186
1868
200
206
207
209
215
219
220
222
223
224
253
254
260
261
261A
262
275
277
281
282
285
287

"26756
36631
36711
36652
36824A
610973
36632
650821
32410
36868
35438
28820
650451
*36581
36701
36702
36871A
651008
650821
651008
36722
650988
36907
651035
35985S
651008

Oil Dipper
Camshaft (Ind. 253 & 254)
Blower Housing Extension
Screw, 114-20 x 27/32"
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"
Cylinder Cover Gasket
Cylinder Cover (IncL 75 thru 83 & 311)
Oil Drain Plug
Oil Seal
Governor Shaft
Washer
Governor Gear Ass'),. (Incl. 81 )

290
292
298
300
301
305
307
308
310
311
313
325
328
329
335
338
340
341
342
342A
350
351
355
364
365
370A
370B
370C
370G
3701
370K
370P
380
390

30705
26460
650665
36875
35355
36877
35499
37079
36878
27625
34080
29443
35593
610973
36873
650821
37071
36644
651010
650738
570682A
32180C
590574
36872
650821
36261
36899
36501
36906
34414
36695
35878
640058
590749

400
416
417
600
900

36720
36085
650760
651013

Govemor Spool
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4"
Flywheel Key
Flywheel
Balleville Washer
Flywheel Nut
Solid State Ignition
Spark Plug Cover
Screw, Torx T-15, 10-24 x 15/16"
Ground Wire
Ground Wire
Cylinder Head Gasket
Cylinder Head
Exhaust Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151)
Exhaust Valve (1/32" OS) (Incl. 151)
Intake Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151)
Intake Valve (1/32" OS) (Incl. 151)
Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"
Screw, 5/16-18 x 2-41/64"
Resistor Spark Plug (RN4C)
Valve Spring
Valve Spdng Cap
Push Rod Guide
Rocker Arm Stud
Rocker Arm
Nut, 1/4-28
Push ROd
Rocker Arm Cover Gasket
Rocker Arm Cover
Screw, 1/4-20 x 31/64"
Breather Tube
NUt, 1/4-20
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"
Choke Bracket

900
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Pad Name
Carburetor To Intake Pipe Gasket
Intake Pipe
Governor Link
Choke Spdng
Control Bracket (Incl. 206)
Terminal
Throttle Unk
Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"
Control Knob
Choke ROd
Choke Knob
Screw, 10-,32 x 1/2"
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"
Intake Pipe Gasket
Compression Release Weight
Compression Release Spdng
Blower Housing
Screw, 1/4-20 x 31/_o4"
Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"
Screw, 1/4-20 x 31/64"
Muffler
Screw, 1/4-20 x 2÷9/32"
Starter Bubble Cover
Screw, 6-32 x 25/64"
Starter Cup
Screw, 1/4-20 x 31/64"
Fuel Une
Fuel Une Clamp
Screw, 1/4-15 x 3/4"
Fuel Tank (IncL 292 & 301)
Fuel Cap
Oil Fill Tube
"O" Ring
Fill Tube Clip
Dipstick
Oil Fill Plug
_V_acer
re Clip
Ignition Key
Terminal
Carburetor Cover
Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"
Fuel Tank Bracket Upper)
Fuel Tank Bracket Lower)
Screw, 1/4-20 x 7/t '
Screw, 1/4-20 x 5/8"
Prirner Assembly
Primer Une
Starter Handle (Mitten Grip)
Carburetor Cover Bracket
Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"
Lubrication Decal
Control Decal
Primer Decal
Instruction Decal
WarningDecal
Starter Denal
Heat Warning Decal
Carburetor (Incl. 184)
Rewind Starter
b(NOTE: This engine could have been
uilt with 590733 starter.)
Gasket Set (Incl. Items Marked ")
Spark Arrestor Kit (Incl. 417) (Optional)
Screw, 6-32 x 3/8"
Washer
Replacement Engine 754319 order from
71-999
Replacement S/B 754302, order from
71-999
Operator's Manual
"lndicetas Parts Included in
Gasket Set, Ref. No. 400.
RPM High 355_ to 3850
RPM Low 1850 to 2150

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;ARBURETOR

NO. 640058
Ref.
No.

Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts Uct)
Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly
Throttle Return Spdng
Duct Seal Washer
Duct Seal (Throttle)
Throttle Shutter
Shutter Screw

10
14

632118
631890

Choke Shaft & Lever Assembly
Choke Shutter

15
16
17
18
20

630735
632164
650417
630766
640018

Choke Positioning Spring
Fuel Fitting
Throttle Crack Screw/Idle Speed Screw
Tension Spring
Idle Rectdct0r Screw "

20A
25
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
36
37
40
44
47
48

640053
631951
631024
632019
631028
631021
631022
27136A
27554
640019
632547
640059
27110
630748
631027

Idle Rectdctor Screw Cap
Roar Bowl Ass'y (Incl. 32 & 33)
Float Shaft
Float
Float Bowl "O" Ring
Inlet Needle, Seat & Clip (loci. 31)
Spdng Clip
Bowl Drain Assembly
Drain Plunger Gasket
Main Nozzle Tube
"O" Ring, Main Nozzle Tube
High Speed Bowl Nut
Bowl Nut Washer
Welch Plug, Idle Mixture Well
Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent

R_.
No.

Pa_
No,

.2
4
5
-6
7

12"

STARTER

Part Name

640058
631615
631767
631184
631183
631036
650506

REWIND

Pert
No.

NO. 590749

Part Nam.e

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
11
12

590749
Rewind Starter
590599A Spring Pin (Incl: 4)
590600
Washer
590679
Retainer
590601
Washer
590678
Brake Spring
59O680 Starter Dog
590412
Dog Spdng
590682
Pulley & Rewind Spdng Assembly
590750
Starter Housing Assembly
590535
Starter Rope (Length 98" x 9/64"

1590574

idia.)
Mitten Grip Handle(Not

included

with starter)

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How to ORDER Repair Parts
The Model Number will be found stamped into the blower housing
(See Figure 1). Always mention the Model Number when requesting service or repair parts for your Craftsman Engine.

operator's
manual

All pads listed herein may be ordered from any SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. or SEARS CANADA, INC. retail or catalog
store. If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order
will be electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for expedited handling.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION AS SHOWN IN THIS LIST.
1.

The PART NUMBER

The PART DESCRIPTION

The MODEL NUMBER

The NAME OF ITEM - ENGINE

MODEL NO. 143.996501
5.0 RESERVE POWER
6.5 CUBIC INCH (195cc)
DISPLACEMENT
SOLID STATE IGNITION

CAUTION:
Read RULES for

Safe OPERATION
and INSTRUCTIONS

"Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider that Sears has
service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians.., professional
technicians specifically trained on Sears products, having the parts, tools and
equipment to insure that we meet our pledge to you.., we service what we sell."

Carefully

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