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operator's
manual
01ODEL NO. 143.996501
5.0 RESERVE POWER
6.5 CUBIC INCH(195 cc)
DISPLACEMENT
SOLID STATEIGNITION
CAUTION:
Read RULES for
Safe OPERATION
and INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully
ENGINE
•Operating
•Maintenance
•Repair Parts
I_ alifornia Proposition 65 WARNING: a_eenmeexhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. I
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. 6-1-98 181-1167-11
OIL FILLPLUGAND DIPSTICK
MOOEL AND
D,O.M. DECAL
MUFFLER
PRIMER
STARTER HANDLE
CHOKE
RECOIL STARTER
CONTROL"
LEVER
'_. Figure 1 A
THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH IF NOT FOLLOWED COULD A
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 FULL
FAST SLOW STOP CHOKE
ENGINES WHICH ARE CERTIFIED TO COMPLY WITH CALI-
FORNIA 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.
OIL & FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
TO OPERATE ENGINE, YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING:
(_) A CLEAN, HIGH QUALITY, DETERGENT 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 oilinhightemperature,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)
(_) .62 liter
A FRESH, CLEAN, UNLEADED REGULAR, UN-
LEADED PREMIUM, OR REFORMULATED AUTO-
MOTIVE GASOLINEONLY. DO NOT USE LEADED
GASOLINE.
NOTE: DO NOT USE GASOLINE CONTAINING METHANOL
(WOOD ALCOHOL). Gasolinecontaining upto 10%ethanolor
grainalcohol("Gasohol"),or upto 15% MTBE (MethylTertiary
ButylEther), maybe used butrequiresspecialcarewhenengine
is unusedforextendddperiods. Page 1
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 overfrom lastseason orstored for
long periods.
IMPORTANT
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.
BEFORE STARTING
I_) READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THE EQUIP-
MENT ON WHICH THIS ENGINE IS USED.
(_ CHECK 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 TIGHT-
ENED SECURELY INTO OIL FILL HOLE.
A. POSITION EQUIPMENT SO ENGINE IS LEVEL.
B. Clean area around OIL FILL PLUG (see Figure 1).
C. Remove OIL FILL PLUG AND DIPSTICK.
D. Wipe DIPSTICK clean, insert it into oil level and tighten
securely. 181-1167-11
BEFORE STARTING (conunued)
E. 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. DO
NOT FILL ABOVE "FULL" MARK ON DIPSTICK.
F. Replace OIL FILL PLUG and tighten securely.
See "MAINTENANCE" section for any future oil level and oil
change instructions (see Page 2).
FILL FUEL TAN K withgasolineasspecifiedinthepreceding
"OIL & FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS" item 2.
NEVER MIX OIL WITH GASOLINE
Never usa "stale" gasoline left over from last season or stored for
long periods.
,_ NEVER TANK INDOORS. NEVER RLL FUEL
FILL FUEL
TANK WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING OR HOT. DO NOT
ISMOKE WHEN FILL FUEL TANK.
,_ NEVER FILL FUEL TANK COMPLETELY. FILL TANK TO 1/2"
BELOW BOTTOM OF FILLER NECK TO PROVIDE SPACE
IFOR FUEL EXPANSION. WIPE ANY FUEL SPILLAGE FROM
ENGINE AND EQUIPMENT 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. BE SURE EQUIPMENT IS IN NEUTRAL GEAR WITHI
,_ 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.
B. Be sure SPARK PLUG WIRE is attached to SPARK PLUG
(see Figure 1).
C. 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 re-
moved, and an approved air cleaner instalisd. Sea your
nearby Sears Roebuck and co. (or Sears Canada, Inc.)
Service Center.
STARTING
_NEVER RUN ENGINE INDOORS OR IN ENCLOSED, POORLY
VENTILATED AREAS. ENGINE EXHAUST CONTAINS CAR-
BON MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS AND DEADLY GAS (CAR-
BON MONOXIDE IS ALSO PRESENT IN ENGINE EXHAUST
FROM LIQUID PETROLEUM (LPG) AND NATURAL GAS
FIIFI RY_TI=M_._.
_KEEP HANDS, FEET, HAIR AND LOOSE CLOTHING AWAY
FRNM ANY Mt3VINP. PARTR (3N FNP.INF: ANrl I=t'3111PMFNT
_IL EVER LEAVE EQUIPMENT UNA'I'FENDED WHEN ENGINE
IS OPERATING.
_IL WARNING -TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARB_
ARFA.q MAY FX_FFn I_OOF(_5o(::)_ AVOI]3 THE_F AREARI
(_ RECOIL STARTER (see Figure 1):
A. Move engine CONTROL LEVER (see Figure 2) to "FAST'.
B. 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.
C. Push PRIMER three (3) times (see Figure 2). Always cover
vent hole when pushing primer.
STARTING (Continued)
D. 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.
NOTE: If RECOIL STARTER is frozen and won't crank
engine, proceed as follows:
1. Pull as much rope out of starter as possible.
2. Release STARTER HANDLE and let it snap beck
against starter.
NOTE: The preceding should be done only when neces-
sary to free a frozen starter.
E. Ifengine fails to start after 3 pulls, repeat preceding instruc-
tions C -E, until engine starts.
F. When engine starts, move CHOKE gradually "OFF'.
G. If engine falters, move CHOKE immediately to "FULL" and
then gradually to "OFF'.
PRIMER-_
PRIMER
HANDLE
CONTROL LEVER
ENGINEWILLNOTSTARTUNLESS
IGNITIONKEYIS INSERTEDINTO
IGNITIONKEYSLOTINCARBURETOR
COVER.
DONOTTURNIGNITIONKEY. IGNmON KEY
Figure 2
(_) ELECTRIC STARTER - 120 VOLT A.C. (see Figure 3):
• • WARNING- THIS STARTER IS EQUIPPED WITH A THREE-WIRE
IPOWER CORD AND PLUG AND IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE ON 120
VOLTAC HOUSEHOLD CURRENT. rr MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNO-
ED 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 SYS-
TEM. 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.
_1_[ WHEN CONNECTING 120 VOLT AC "POWER CORD', ALWAYS CON-
NECTCORDTO SWlTCHBOX ONENGINEFIRST, ANDTHENPLUG
THE OTHER ENO INTO THREE-HOLE GROUNDED RECEPTACLE,
i_ WHEN DISCONNE_rlNG "POWER CORD', ALWAYS UNPLUG THE
END IN THE TREE-HOLE GROUNDED RECEPTACLE RRST.
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STARTING (Continued)
ELECTRIC STARTER (Continued - see Figure 3):.
NOTE: THIS ELECTRIC STARTER IS THERMALLY PROTECTED. IF
OVERHEATED IT WILL STOP AUTOMATICALLY,AND CAN BE RE-
STARTEDONLYWHEN IT HASCOOLEDTOASAFETEMPERATURE.
(AWAIT OF ABOUT5 TO 10 MINUTES IS REQUIRED,)
NOTE: DO NOT USE PRIMERWHEN USING 120 VOLT ELECTRIC
STARTER.
A. Move engine CONTROL LEVER (see Figure 3) to "FAST".
B. Move engine CHOKE (see Figure 3) to "OFF";
C. ConneCt POWER CORD to SWITCHBOX (see Figure 3).
D. Plugotherendof POWER CORDinto athree-hole, GROUND-
ED 120V, AC receptacle. (See "WARNING" at beginning of
these instructions.)
E. Push STARTER BUTTON (see Figure 3) to crank engine.
F. Move engine CHOKE to "FULL" while cranking engine.
G. When engine starts, release STARTER BUTrON and move
CHOKE gradually to "OFF".
H. If engine falters, move CHOKE immediataly to "FULL", and
then gradually to "OFF'.
I. Disconnect POWER CORD from receptacle first, and then
from SWlTCHBOX.
If, after following the preceding instructions, your engine
fails to start, have itchecked by your nearby Sears Roebuck
and Co. (of Sears Canada, Inc.) Service Center.
PRIMER SWlTCHBOX
CHOKE
LEVER
POWER
STARTER CORD
BUT[ON
ENGINEWILL NOTSTART UNLESS
IGNITIONKEYiS INSERTEDINT0
IGNIT]0N KEYSLOTIN CARBURETOR
COVER•
DO NOTTURN IGNITIONKEY, IGNmON KEY
. . Figure 3
STOPPING
(_ BEFORE STOPPING (see Figure3):
A. Runenginefor a fewminutesto helpdryoffany moistureon
engine.
B. To help avoid possible freeze-up of starter, proceedas
follows:
RECOIL sTARTER:
Withenginerunning,pullstarterropewitharapidcontinuous
full arm stroke three (3) or four (4) times.
NOTE: The unusualsoundmadeby pullingstarterropewill
•not harmengineor starter.
Page 3
STOPPING (Continued)
ELECTRIC STARTER:
1. Connect powercordto switchbox,thento 120 VoltAC
receptacle.
2. With engine running, push starter button and spin
starterfor several seconds.
NOTE: The unusualsoundmadeby spinningstarter
willnot harmengineorstarter.
3. Disconnectpowercord from receptaclefirst,andthen
from switchbox.
(_) STOP ENGINE (seeFigure3):
A. Move control lever to "STOP" OR "OFF'.
B. Remove ignition key (see Figure 2 or 3) from carburetor
cover.
DONOT TURN IGNmON KEY.
(_) AFTER ENGINE IS STOPPED (see Figure 3):
A. To help avoid pussible freeze-up of engine controls, proceed
as follows:
1. Wipe all snow and moisture from engine in vicinity of
control lever and choke.
2. Move equipment control (see equipment manufactur-
er's instructions) or engine control lever back and forth
several times and leave in the "STOP" or "OFF" posi-
tion.
3. Move engine choke back and forth several times and
leave in the "FULL" position.
_lkB. DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG
AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM SPARK PLUG.
_kC. REMOVE IGNITION KEY FROM CARBURETOR COVER.
THIS WILL REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF BNABTHO-
l
A
RIZED 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 APPLI-
ANCF,
MAINTENANCE
_WARNING - TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARB'_ 1
AREAS MAY EXCEED 150°F (65°C). AVOID THESE AREAS_
(_) ENGINE OIL LEVEL:
Check oil level every five (5) operating hours oreach time engine
is used. See '2 CHECK OIL LEVEL" on Page 1.
(_) CHANGE OIL"
Change 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.-
F. Replace oil till plug and tighten securely.
G. Wipe up any spilJedOIL 181-1167-11
'(_) 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
complieswithallcurrentAustralianendNew Zealandlimitations
regardingelectromagneticinterference.Checksparkplugyearly
or every 100 operatinghours.
A. Clean area aroundspark plugbase.
B. Removeand inspectsparkplug.
C. Replace spark plug if electrodes are pitted, burned or
pomelainiscracked. ForreplacementuseChampionRN4C
or equivalent.
NOTE: A resistorsparkplugmustbe usedfor replacement.
D. Check electrodesgap withwirefeeler gauge. Set gap at
.030 if necessary.
E. Installsparkplugin engineandtightensecurely.
ELECTRODES
.030 GAP
Figure4
I_CHECK ENGINE AND EQUIPMENT OFTEN FOR LOOSE
,_TNUTS, BOLTSANDATrACHMENTSANDKEEPTHESEITEMS
IGHTENED.
ADJUSTMENTS
DO NOT MAKE UNNECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS. FACTORY
SETTINGS ARE SATISFACTORY FOR MOST APPLICATIONS
AND CONDITIONS. IF ADJUSTMENTS ARE NEEDED, PROCEED
_) FOLLOWS:
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 SPEED
,_NEVER TAMPER WITH ENGINE GOVERNOR WHICH IS FAC- I
l
TORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING J
ENGINE ABOVE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN. BE I
DANGEROUS. J
CHANGING OF ENGINE-GOVERNED SPEED WILL VOID
ENGINE WARRANTY.
AS FOLLOWS:
(_ DRAIN FUEL SYSTEM:
Removeall gasoline from CARBURETORand FUEL TANK to
preventgum depositsfromformingon these partsand causing
possiblemalfunctionof engine,
DRAIN FUEL INTO APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS;
RIAWAY FROM OPEN FLAME. BE SURE ENGINE IS COOL
J DO NOT SMOKE.
Run engine until FUEL TANK is empty and engine stops due to
lack of fuel.
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.
_) DRAIN CARBURETOR:
Drain carburetor by pressing upward on bowl drain(see Figure
5), which is located below carburetor cover (see Figure 1).
_k DRAIN FUEL INTO APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS
AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME. BE SURE ENGINE IS COOL DO
INOT SMOKE.
NOTE: Do not drain carburetor if using fuel stabilizer:
CARBURETOR
BOWLD_
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.
(_) OIL CYLINDER BORE:
STORAGE
A. Remove spark plug. Squirt one (1) oz. (30 ml) of clean
engine oil into spark plug hole.
B. Cover spark plug hole with a rag.
C. Crank engine over, slowly, several times.
_lb AVOID SPRAY FROM SPARK PLUG HOLE WHEN
CRANKING ENGINE OVER SLOWLY.
D. install spark plug, Do not connect spark plug wire. I
_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. I
Page 4
(_ CLEAN ENGINE:
Removeany clippings,dirt,or chafffromexteriorof engine.
GENERAL
Just as your automobile needs professional mechanical mainte-
nance 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.
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.
181-1167-11
TROUBLESHOOTING
THE FOLLOWING MAY HELP AVOID A DELAY IN YOUR WORK OR
SAVE THE EXPENSE OF A SERVICE CALL.
ENGINE FAILS TO START OR STARTS WITH DIFFICULTY
CAUSE REMEDY
Controls not in start position.
Sparkplug wiredisconnectedfromsparkplug.
Spark plugfouled.
Spark plug porcelain cracked.
Insufficient fuel.
Water or dirt in fuel.
impropercarburetoradjustment
Move ENGINE CONTROL orequipmentcontrolto "Hi"or
START postion. See "STARTING"instructionsinthis
manual.
Connect SPARK PLUG WIRE to SPARK PLUG.
Remove SPARK PLUG and clean it. See "SPARK
PLUG" instructionsin "MAINTENANCE" section in this
manual.
Install new spark plug.
Fill FUEL TANK per "BEFORE STARTING" instructions.
DrainFUEL TANKand re-fillwithclean,freshgasoline.
See "BEFORESTARTING"instructionsin thismanual.
Adjustcarburetor (ifapplicable).See "ADJUSTMENTS"
sectioninthismanual.
ENGINE LACKS POWER
CAUSE
Dirty air cleaner.
Impropercarburetor adjustment.
Lack of lubricaiton.
REMEDY
Replace or clean air cleaner per "AIR CLEANER"
instructions in "MAINTENANCE" section in this manual.
Adjust carburetor (if applicable). See "ADJUSTMENTS"
section in this manual.
Filloilsumpto properlevel. See "BEFORESTARTING"
instructionssectioninthismanual.
ENGINE MISSES UNDER LOAD
CAUSE
Sparkplugfouled.
Spark plugpomelalncracked.
Impropersparkpluggap.
Impropercarburetor adjustment
REMEDY
Remove SPARK PLUG and clean it. See "SPARK
PLUG" instructions In "MAINTENANCE" section in this
manual,
Installnew SPARK PLUG;
Regap SPARK PLUG electrodes. See "SPARK PLUG"
instructions in "MAINTENANCE" section in this manual.
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_Ulltyand 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_Aregulations 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.
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.
Where awarrantable 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 SYSTEM
WARRANTY COVERAGE
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 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 dennywarranty 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.
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.
Warranty service can be arranged by contacting either a Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Authorized Servioe Outlet, or by contacting Sears, Roebuck and Co. at 1-800-473-
7247.
IMPORTANT NOTE
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') for 1995 and later model
year California utility and lawn an(l garden equipment engines {for other states,
1997 and later model year engines):
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.
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. Free f torn defents In materials and workmanship which, at any t;me duit ng
the ECS WarranzntyPeriod, will cause awarranted 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.
C. The ECS Warranty only pertains to emissions-related parts on your engine, as
follows:
2.
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.
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 reequiredmaintenance 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 emissions-
related part.
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.
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 aSears, Roebuck and
Co. Authorized Service Outlet.
6. Sears, Roebuckand Co. shall be liablefor damagesto otheroriginal
engine components orapproved modificationsproximatelycausedby a
failureunderwarrantyof an emission-relatedpartcoveredby the ECS
Warranty.
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.
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
"7.22.97 EPA/CARB
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE _MODEL:i43.9§6501
310 --
75_.
_3O7
161
159
4O
173
153 130
135
86
120
126
125
186B
222
38 2
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72
119
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CRAFTSMAN 4,-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL: 143,996501
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298
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370K
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL:143.996501
Ref. Pad
No. No.
1 37120A
2 26727
4 31857
5 3O969
14 651052
15 37108
16 37110
19 37111
20 32600
25 36621
25A 36869
26 30200
30 34740
35 651053
37 29216
38 37109
40 40004
4O 4OOO5
41 36070
41 36071
42 4OOO6
42 40007
43 20381
45 32875A
46 32610A
48 35616
49 36611
50 37040
60 36623A
64 651027
65 30200
69 *36624
70 36625
72 27642
75 27897
80 30574A
81 30590A
82 30591
83 36057
86 650488
89 610961
90 611216
92 650815
93 650816
100 34443B
161 610118
103 651007
110 36230
110B 36874
119 "36719
120 36721
125 36471
125 36472
126 29314C
126 29315C
130 650912
130A 650999
135 34645
150 37039
151 31673
153 36649
154 650913
155 35624A
157 650914
158 36629
159 *35626
160 36630A
161 651008
173 36675A
178 650852
182 650451
183 36867
Ref. Pad
Pad Name No. No.
Cylinder (Ind. 2, 20 & 72) 184 "26756
Dowel Pin 185 36631
Oil Drain Extension 186 36711
Extension Cap 1868 36652
Washer 200 36824A
Governor Rod 206 610973
Governor Lever 207 36632
Extension Spdng 209 650821
Oil Seal 215 32410
Air Baffle (Left) 219 36868
Air Baffle (Right) 220 35438
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16" 222 28820
Crankshaft 223 650451
Screw, 10-32 x 63/64" 224 *36581
Lock Nut, 10-32 253 36701
Retaining Ring 254 36702
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.) 260 36871A
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.010" OS) 261 651008
Piston & Pin Ass'y. (Std.) (Incl. 43) 261A 650821
Piston & Pin Ass'),. (.010" OS) (Incl. 43) 262 651008
Ring Set (Std.) 275 36722
Ring Set (.010" OS) 277 650988
Piston Pin Retaining Ring 281 36907
Connecting Rod Ass'y. (Incl. 46 & 49) 282 651035
Connecting Rod Bolt 285 35985S
Valve Lifter 287 651008
Oil Dipper 290 30705
Camshaft (Ind. 253 & 254) 292 26460
Blower Housing Extension 298 650665
Screw, 114-20 x 27/32" 300 36875
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16" 301 35355
Cylinder Cover Gasket 305 36877
Cylinder Cover (IncL 75 thru 83 & 311) 307 35499
Oil Drain Plug 308 37079
Oil Seal 310 36878
Governor Shaft 311 27625
Washer 313 34080
Governor Gear Ass'),. (Incl. 81 ) 325 29443
328 35593
Govemor Spool 329 610973
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 335 36873
Flywheel Key 338 650821
Flywheel 340 37071
Balleville Washer 341 36644
Flywheel Nut 342 651010
Solid State Ignition 342A 650738
Spark Plug Cover 350 570682A
Screw, Torx T-15, 10-24 x 15/16" 351 32180C
355 590574
Ground Wire 364 36872
Ground Wire 365 650821
Cylinder Head Gasket 370A 36261
Cylinder Head 370B 36899
Exhaust Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151) 370C 36501
Exhaust Valve (1/32" OS) (Incl. 151) 370G 36906
Intake Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151) 3701 34414
370K 36695
Intake Valve (1/32" OS) (Incl. 151) 370P 35878
Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2" 380 640058
Screw, 5/16-18 x 2-41/64" 390 590749
Resistor Spark Plug (RN4C)
Valve Spring
Valve Spdng Cap 400 36720
Push Rod Guide 416 36085
Rocker Arm Stud 417 650760
600 651013
Rocker Arm 900
Nut, 1/4-28
Push ROd 900
Rocker Arm Cover Gasket
Rocker Arm Cover 181-1167-11
Screw, 1/4-20 x 31/64"
Breather Tube
NUt, 1/4-20
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"
Choke Bracket
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. Pert
No. No. Part Name
640058 Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts Uct)
1 631615 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly
.2 631767 Throttle Return Spdng
4 631184 Duct Seal Washer
5 631183 Duct Seal (Throttle)
-6 631036 Throttle Shutter
7 650506 Shutter Screw
10 632118 Choke Shaft & Lever Assembly
14 631890 Choke Shutter
15 630735 Choke Positioning Spring
16 632164 Fuel Fitting
17 650417 Throttle Crack Screw/Idle Speed Screw
18 630766 Tension Spring
20 640018 Idle Rectdct0r Screw "
20A 640053 Idle Rectdctor Screw Cap
25 631951 Roar Bowl Ass'y (Incl. 32 & 33)
27 631024 Float Shaft
28 632019 Float
29 631028 Float Bowl "O" Ring
30 631021 Inlet Needle, Seat & Clip (loci. 31)
31 631022 Spdng Clip
32 27136A Bowl Drain Assembly
33 27554 Drain Plunger Gasket
36 640019 Main Nozzle Tube
37 632547 "O" Ring, Main Nozzle Tube
40 640059 High Speed Bowl Nut
44 27110 Bowl Nut Washer
47 630748 Welch Plug, Idle Mixture Well
48 631027 Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent
REWIND STARTER NO. 590749
12" 13
R_. Pa_
No. No,
590749
1 590599A
2 590600
3 590679
4590601
5 590678
6 59O680
7 590412
8 590682
11 590750
12 590535
13 1590574
Part Nam.e
Rewind Starter
Spring Pin (Incl: 4)
Washer
Retainer
Washer
Brake Spring
Starter Dog
Dog Spdng
Pulley & Rewind Spdng Assembly
Starter Housing Assembly
Starter Rope (Length 98" x 9/64"
idia.)
Mitten Grip Handle(Not included
with starter)
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operator's
manual
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
Carefully
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 re-
questing service or repair parts for your Craftsman Engine.
All pads listed herein may be ordered from any SEARS, ROE-
BUCK 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 Distribu-
tion Center for expedited handling.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION AS SHOWN IN THIS LIST.
1. The PART NUMBER
2. The PART DESCRIPTION
3. The MODEL NUMBER
4. The NAME OF ITEM -ENGINE
"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."
Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., CHICAGO, IL 60684 U.S.A.
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