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SWARS
operator's
manual
MODEL NO. 143.016502
6.5 HORSEPOWER
12 CUBIC INCH (195 cc)
DISPLACEMENT
SOLID STATE IGNITION
CAUTION:
Read RULES for
Safe OPERATION
and INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully
A,
California Proposition 65 WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., CHICAGO, IL 60684 U.S.A.
and SEARS CANADA, INC., TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA
ENGIN
• Operating
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
I
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MODEL AND
D.0.M. DECAL
AIF
SCREEN
STARTER HANDLE
OIL FILL AND DIPSTICK
FUEL FILL
CAP
COOLING
OIL FILL PLUG
AND DIPSTICK
> (/._77,:7W'_G,<7
AIR CLEANER
SPARK PLUG WlRE
SPARK PLUG
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 AITEMPTING TO OPERATING.
=THESE SYMBOLS ST_OP
MAYAPPEAR ON FAUSTIb_q_"
THE ENG NE: SLOW OFF CHOKE FULL
LEVERS &
LINKAGE
MUFFLER
IGNITION KEY INSERT REMOVE
PRIMER
BoTroM OF ENGINE
TO RUN TO STOP PRIMER
IMPORTANT
NOTE: Engines which are certified to comply with California and U.S. EPA
emission regulations for SORE (Smafl Off Road Equipment), are certified to
operate on rag ular unleaded gasoline, and include the fonowing emission COntrol
systems: Engine Modification (EM), and Three-way Catalyst (TWC) (if so
equipped).
KEEP THIS MANUAL HANDY AT ALL TIMES FOR FUTURE REF-
ERENCE. READ IT CAREFULLY AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF
WITH THE OPERATING, MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY INSTRUC-
TIONS. THIS MANUAL ALSO CONTAINS A COMPLETE PARTS
LISTING.
OIL & FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
TO OPERATE ENGINE, YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING:
(_) A CLEAN, HIGH QUALITY, DETERGENT OIL.
Be sure original container is marked: A.P.I. service "SF" - "SJ".
FOR SUMMER (ABOVE 32°F; 0°C) USE SAE 30 OIL.
Using multigrade oil will increase oil consumption.
FOR WINTER (BELOW 32°F; O°C) USE SAE 5W30 OIL. (SAE 10W is an
acceptable substitute.)
DO NOT USE 10W40 OIL.
OIL SUMP CAPACITY: 21 ounces (1-1/4 U.S. pints)
.62 liters
(_) A FRESH, CLEAN, UNLEADED REGULAR, UN-
LEADED PREMIUM, OR REFORMULATED AUTO-
MOTIVE GASOLINE ONLY. DO NOT USE LEADED _ DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG AND AT-
GASOLINE. _1 TACH IT TO RETAINING POST (see Figure 6 on Page 3).
NOTE: DO NOT USE GASOLINE CONTAINING METHANOL (WOOD
ALCOHOL). Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol or grain alcohol
("Gasohor'), or up to 15% MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether), may be
used but requires special care when engine is unused for extended
periods.
See "STORAGE" instructions of Page 5.
NOTE: Use clean oil arid Iuel and store in epproved, c_ear_covered
containers. Use clean fill funnels.
Never use "stale" gasolineleft overfrom last seasonor stored for long
periods. Page 1
BEFORE STARTING
(9
_. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THE EQUIPMENT ON
WHICH THIS ENGINE IS USED.
THIS ENGINE IS EQUIPPED WITH A FEDERALLY MANDATED MECH*
ANISM WHICH STOPS THE ENGINE. DO NOT INTERFERE WITH OR
BYPASS THIS MECHANISM. PARTS OF THE MECHANISM MAY BE
SUBJECT TO WEAR AND MUST BE CHECKED ONCE A YEAR BY AN
AUTHORIZED SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO. (OR SEARS CANADA,
INC.) SERVICE CENTER. IN THE EVENT THE MECHANISM FAILS
FOR ANY REASON, YOU MUST NOT USE THE ENGINE UNTIL
CORRECTED BY AN AUTHORIZED SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO. (OR
SEARS CANADA_ INC.) SERVICE CENTER.
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EFORE STARTING (Continued)
NSTALL STARTER ROPE:
A. Pull at least 2 feet of starter rope out of starter and tie a slip knot at
starter to prevent starter rope from rewinding back into starter.
B. Slide rope stop (see Figure 2) onto starter rope and feed starter rope
through rope guide on mower handle (see Figure 3).
C,
Feed starter rope through starter handle (see Figure 4) and tie a left
hand knot, leaving 1/2 inch to 1 inch of starter rope extending
beyond left hand knot. DO NOT PULL LEFT HAND KNOT INTO
STARTER HANDLE YET.
C. With starter handle resting on rope guide (see Figure 3), check
starter rope for slack. If there is any slack, pull more starter rope
through starter handle and relocate left hand knot to eliminate slack.
E. Untie slip knot at starter.
F. Pull left hand knot into starter handle.
G. Position rope stop 2 to 3 inches from starter (see Figure 2) and
fasten it to starter rope by gripping it with pliers and forcing staple
through starter rope until staple is even with outside of rope stop.
BEFORE STARTING (Continued)
@
FILL FUEL TANK withgasoline as specified inthe preceding
"OIL & FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS," item 2.
NEVER MIX OIL WITH GASOLINE.
Never use "stale" gasoline left over from last season or storedfor
long periods,
_ EVER FILL FUEL TAN K INDOORS. NEVER FILL FUEL TANK
WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING OR HOT. DO NOT SMOKE WHEN
FILLING FUEL TANK.
_ NEVER FILL FUEL TANK COMPLETELY. FILL TANK TO 1/2"
BELOW BOTTOM OF FILLER NECK TO PROVIDE SPACE
FOR 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.
,_THE ALUMINUM COMPONENTS OF YOUR NEW ENGINE HAVE I
BEEN TREATED WITH A PRESERVATIVE INTENDED TO MAINTAIN I
THE APPEARANCE OF THE ENGINE, THE PRESERVATIVE WILL [
CURE DURING THE INITIAL USE OF THE ENGINE. A SMALL /
AMOUNT OF SMOKE MAY BE PRESENT DURING THE INITIAL USE
OF THE PRODUCT AND SHOULD BE CONS DERED NORMAL.
(_) CHECK OIL LEVEL:
IMPORTANT: NEVER RUN ENGINE UNLESS OIL LEVEL IS
BETWEEN "FULL" AND "ADD" MARKS ON
DIPSTICK.
CHECK OIL 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. Clean area around oil fill plug (see Figure 1).
C. Remove oil fill plug and dipstick.
D. Wipe dipstick clean, insert it into oil fill hole and tighten securely.
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
3).
2TO3
ROPE STOP INCHES
STARTER
\
(_ CHECK THE FOLLOWING:
A. BE SURE EQUIPMENT IS IN NEUTRAL GEAR WITH
,_ CLUTCHES, BELTS, CHAINS AND SAFETY SWITCHES
DISENGAGED. (FOLLOW EQUIPMENT MANU-
FACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.) THIS SHOULD PLACE
ANY SAFETY SWITCHES IN SAFE STARTING POSITION.
B. Be sure spark plug wire is attached to spark plug (see Figure
1).
STARTER ROPE
HANDLE GUIDE
NO SLACK
PERMISSIBLE
MOWER
HANDLE
Figure 3
LEFT
STARTER
HANDLE
HANDED
KNOT
STARTER
ROPE
BRAKE MECHANISM
1/2 TO 1 INCH
Figure 4
Figure 2
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STARTING MAINTENANCE
_ WARNING TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARBY
,_L. 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 FUEL
SYSTEMS).
,_KEEP HANDS, FEET, HAIR AND LOOSE CLOTHING AWAY
FROM ANY MOVING PARTS ON ENGINE AND EQUIPMENT.
,_WARNING: TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARBY
AREAS MAY EXCEED 150°F (65°C). AVOID THESE AREAS.
(_ Move engine control (see Figure 1) to HI Position.
(_) START ENGINE:
A. The carburetor on your engine has been completely adjusted
at the factory. For each initial start, push primer bulb firmly
with your thumb 3 times, allowing primer bulb to return com-
pletely to original position between pushes. Below 55°F, addi-
tional primes may be needed.
NOTE: DO NOT USE PRIMER TO RESTART A WARM
ENGINE AFTER A SHORT SHUTDOWN.
B. Grasp starter handle (see Figure 3) 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 rope guide (see Figure
3).
C. Repeat instructions B if necessary, until engine starts.
NOTE: If engine does not start, repeat instructions A, B and
C until it starts.
STOPPING
(_) See mower manufacturer's instructions.
(_) AFTER ENGINE IS STOPPED:
,_k.A. DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG
AND ATTACH IT TO RETAINING POST (see Figure 5).
,_B. 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-
ANCE.
SPARK
PLUG
AREAS MAY EXCEED 150°F (65°C). AVOID THESE AREAS. i
CHECK OIL LEVEL:
Check oilleveleveryfive(5) operatinghoursor eachtimeengine
is used. See"3CHECKOIL LEVEL"in "BEFORESTARTING" on
Page 2.
CHANGE OIL:
Change oil after first two (2) operating hours and every 25
operating hours thereafter, more often if operated in extremely
dusty or dirtyconditions. Change oil while engine isstillwarm from
recent running.
A,,k A. DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG ]
4BL
AND AI-rACH IT TO RETAINING POST (see Figure 5).
B. PoeWon equipment so engine oil drain plug is lowest point on
engine.
C. Remove oil drain plug and oil fill plug to drain oil (see Figure
1).
D. Replace oil drain plug and tighten securely.
E. Fill oil sump with recommended oil. See "OIL & FUEL REC-
OMMENDATIONS" and "CHECK OIL LEVEL" on Page 1.
F. Replace oil fill plug and tighten securely.
G. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug.
H. Wipe up any spilled oil and/or gasoline.
NOTE: If it is difficult to reach the oil drain plug, drain fuel.
Remove oil fill plug and tip mower on its side. Drain oil
into a suitable container.
(_ AIR CLEANER (see Figure 6):
,_ NEVER RUN ENGINE WITHOUT COMPLETE AIR CLEANER
INSTALLED ON ENGINE.
Replace filter once a year or more often if used in extremely dusty
or dirty conditions.
DO NOT A'R'EMPT TO CLEAN OR OIL FILTER.
Replacement filters are available at any Sears Roebuck and Co.
(or Sears Canada, Inc.) Service Center. To install new filter,
proceed as follows:
A. Turn cover to the right (clockwise) to remove it and remove
paper filter from flange. Discard filter.
B. Clean cover and flange thoroughly.
C, Insert new paper filter into cover.
D. Line up tabs on cover with slots on flange.
E. Push cover firmly against flange and turn it to the left
(counterclockwise) until cover locks securely in place. Cover
should be in vertical position.
SLOT FLANGE RIGHT (CLOCKWISE)
1
TURN COVER TO THE
FILTER TO REMOVE
PAPER
RETAINING POST
TURN COVER TO THE LEFT k_,_ J
SPARK
PLUG WIRE
Figure 5 Page 3 181-1254-11
(COUNTERCLOCKWISE) TO
TIGHTEN
Figure 6
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MAINTENANCE (Continued)
(_ SPARK PLUG (seeFigure7):
NOTE: Thisspark ignitionsystemmeets all requirementsof the Canadian ,_
Interference-CausingEquipmentRegulations.
NOTE: Thisengine complieswithallcurrentAustralianand NewZealandlimi-
tationsregardingelectromagneticinterference.
NOTE: Thisengine complieswiththe Europeanstandardforsafety ofgarden
equipmentandpoweredlawnmowersEN836,RevisionMarch,1997,andappli-
cablesections ofthe EU MachinerySafetyDirectives.
Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours.
A. Clean area around spark plug.
B. Remove and inspect spark plug.
C. Replace spark plug if electrodes are pitted, burned or porce-
lain is cracked. For replacement use Champion RJ19LM, or
equivalent.
NOTE: A resistor spark plug must be used for replacement.
D. Check electrodes gap with wire feeler gauge and set gap at
.030 if necessary.
E. Install spark plug, tighten securely.
ELECTRODES
.030 GAP
Figure 7
(_) COOLING SYSTEM:
IMPORTANT: Frequently remove any grass clippings, dirt and
debris from cooling fins, air intake screen and levers and linkage
(see Figure 1). This will help ensure adequate cooling and correct
engine speed.
STORAGE
A
NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN TANK INDOORS OR INI
ENCLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREAS, WHERE FUELI
FUMES MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME, SPARK OR PILOT I
LIGHT AS ON A FURNACE, WATER HEATER, CLOTHES
DRYER OR OTHER GAS APPLIANCE.
IF ENGINE IS TO BE UNUSED FOR 30 DAYS OR MORE,
PREPARE AS FOLLOWS:
(_) DRAIN FUEL SYSTEM:
A. Remove all gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent
gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing possi-
ble malfunction of engine.
AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME. BE SURE ENGINE IS COOL.
_h, DRAIN FUEL INTO APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS,
DO NOT SMOKE.
B. Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine stops due to
lack of fuel.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as ULTRA-FRESH TM) is an
acceptable alternative 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.
@
CHANGE OIL:
Changeoilifit has notbeenchangedinthelastthree(3) months.
See "CHANGE OIL"instructions in"MAINTENANCE"section on
Page 3.
®
OIL CYLINDER BORE:
A. Remove spark plug and pour one (1) ounce (30 ml) of engine
oil into spark plug hole.
B. Cover spark plug hole with a rag.
C. Crank engine over, slowly, several times.
®
,_ CHECK ENGINE AND EQUIPMENT OFTEN FOR LOOSE NUTS,
BOLTS AND A'I-I'ACHMENTS, AND KEEP THESE ITEMS
I TIGHTENED.
ADJUSTMENTS
DO NOT MAKE UNNECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS. FACTORY SET-
TINGS ARE SATISFACTORY FOR MOST APPLICATIONS AND
CONDITIONS. IF ADJUSTMENTS ARE NEEDED, PROCEED AS
FOLLOWS:
@ CARBURETOR
If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your nearest
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. (OR SEARS CANADA CENTER).
Engine performance should not be affected at altitudes up to
7,000 feet. For operation at higher elevations, contact your
nearest SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. (OR SEARS CANADA,
INC.) SERVICE CENTER.
(_) ENGINE SPEED
_ NEVER TAMPER WITH ENGINE GOVERNOR WHICH IS FAC-
TORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING
ENGINE ABOVE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE
DANGEROUS.
CHANGING OF ENGINE-GOVERNED SPEED WILL VOID EN-
GINE WARRANTY.
_ AVOID SPRAY FROM SPARK PLUG HOLE WHEN ICRANKING ENGINE OVER SLOWLY.
D. Replace spark plug.
(_ CLEAN ENGINE:
Remove any clippings, dirt, or chaff from exterior of engine.
GENERAL
Justas your automobile needs professional mechanical maintenance
from time to time, so does your Craftsman engine. Replacement of the
spark plug and air cleaner 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-up or tune-up by Sears is a good idea to avoid
breakdowns or delay.., do it at the end of the season, then you're
ready for the next. We even prepare it for storage for you.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
THE FOLLOWING MAY HELP AVOID A DELAY IN YOUR WORK OR
SAVE THE EXPENSE OF A SERVICE CALL.
ENGINE FALLS TO START OR STARTS WITH DIFFICULTY
CAUSE
Controls not in start position.
Spark plug wire disconnected from spark plug.
Spark plug fouled.
Spark plug porcelain cracked.
Insufficient fuel.
Water or dirt in fuel.
Improper carburetor adjustment
ENGINE LACKS POWER
CAUSE
Dirty air cleaner.
REMEDY
Move ENGINE CONTROL or equipment control to "HI" or
START postion. See "STARTING" instructions in this
manual.
Connect SPARK PLUG WIRE to SPARK PLUG.
Remove SPARK PLUG and clean it. See "SPARK
PLUG" instructions in "MAINTENANCE" section in this
manual.
Install new spark plug.
Fill FUEL TANK per "BEFORE STARTING" instructions.
Drain FUEL TANK and re-fill with clean, fresh gasoline.
See "BEFORE STARTING" instructions in this manual.
Adjust carburetor (if applicable). See "ADJUSTMENTS"
section in this manual.
REMEDY
Replace or clean air cleaner per "AIR CLEANER"
instructions in "MAINTENANCE" section in this manual.
Improper carburetor adjustment.
Lack of lubricaiton.
ENGINE MISSES UNDER LOAD
CAUSE REMEDY
Spark plug fouled.
Spark plug porcelain cracked.
Improper spark plug gap.
Improper carburetor adjustment
Adjust carburetor (if applicable). See "ADJUSTMENTS"
section in this manual.
Fill oil sump to proper level. See "BEFORE STARTING"
instructions section in this manual.
Remove SPARK PLUG and clean it. See "SPARK
PLUG" instructions in "MAINTENANCE" section in this
manual.
Install new SPARK PLUG.
Regap SPARK PLUG electrodes. See "SPARK PLUG"
instructions in "MAtNTENANCE" section in this manual.
Adjust carburetor (if applicable). See "ADJUSTMENTS"
section in this manual.
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SEARS, ROEBUCK ANDCO.
Federal and California Emission Control Systems Limited Warranty
Small Off-Road Engines
CALIFORNIA & US EPA EMISSION CONTROL
The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA"), the California Air
Resources Board ("CARB") and Sears, Roebuck and Co are pleased to
explain the Federa! and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on
your new small off-road engine. In California, new 1995 and later small off=
road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State's
stringent antbsmog 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 EPA regulations for small nomroad engines Sears, Roebuck
and Co will warrant the emission control system on your small off-road
engine for the periods of time listed below, provided there has been no
abuse, neglect, unapproved modification, or _mproper maintenance of your
small off-road engine.
Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor,
ignition system and exhaust system¸ Also included may be the compresston
release system and other emission-related assemblies
Where a warrantable condition exists, Sears, Roebuck and Co. will repair
your small off-road engine at no cost to you for diagnosis, parts and labor.
MANUFACTURER'S EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Emission control systems on 1995 and later model year California small off
road engines are warranted for two years as hereinafter noted. In other
states, 1997 and later model year engines are also warranted for two years.
If, during such warranty period, 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.
As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for the performance
of the required maintenance listed in your Owner's Manual, but Sears,
Roebuck and Co. will not deny warranty solely due to the _ack of receipts or for
your failure to provide written evidence of the performance of all scheduled
maintenance.
As the small off-road engine owner, you should, however, be aware that
Sears, Roebuck and Co. may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-
road engine or a part thereof has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper
maintenance or unapproved modifications.
You are responsible for presenting your small off-road engine to a Sears,
Roebuck and Co. Authorized Service Outlet as soon as a problem exists, The
warranty repairs should be completed 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 Service Outlet, or by contacting Sears, Roebuck and Co. at 1-
800-473-7247
This warranty statement explains your rights and obligations under the
Emission Control 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 only 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. Warrant[y, 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 Warranty and the Sears, Roebuck and Co Warranty describe important
rights and obligations with respect to your new engine
Warranty service carl only be performed by a Sears, Roebuck and Co
Authorized Service Outlet. At the time of requesting warranty service, evidence
must be presented of the date of sate to the original purchaser The
purchaser shall pay any charges for making service calls and/or for
transporting the products to and from the place where the inspection and/or
warranty work is performed. The purchaser shall be responsible for any
damage 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 ("ECS Warranty") for 1995 and later model
year California small off-road engines (for other states, 1997 and later model
year engines):
A APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later model year
California small off-road engines (for other states, t997 and later modet year
engines) The ECS Warranty Period shall begin on the date the new engine
or equipment is delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall
continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter
WARRANTY STATEMENT
WARRANTYCOVERAGE
OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES
IMPORTANTNOTE
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY
B. GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE: Sears, Roebuck and Co.
warrants to the original, end-use purchaser of the new engine or equipment
and to each subsequent purchaser that each of its small off-road engines is:
1. Designed, built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable
regulations adopted by the Air Resources Board pursuant to its
authority in Chapters t and 2, Part 5, Division 96 of the Health and
Safety Code, and
9 Free from defects in materials and workmanship which, at any time
during the ECS Warranty Period, will cause a warranted emissions
related part to fail to be identicar in all material 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:
1 Any warranted, emissions-related 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 part
repaired or replaced under the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for
any remainder of the ECS Warranty Period.
2 Any warranted, emissions-re_ated part which is scheduled only for
regular inspection as specified in the Owner's Manual shall be
warranted for the ECS Warranty Period A statement in such written
instructions to the effect of "repair or replace as necessary", shail not
reduce the ECS Warranty Period Any such part repaired or replaced
under the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for the remainder of the
ECS Warranty Period.
3. Any warranted, emissions-related part which is scheduled for
replacement as required maintenance in the Owner's Manual, shall be
warranted for the period of time prior to the first scheduled replace-
ment 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 Subsection 4 below. Any such emissions-related
part repaired or replaced 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.
4. 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 Jabor which leads to the
determination that a part covered by the ECS Warranty is in fact
defective, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a Sears,
Roebuck and Co. Authorized Service Outlet.
6 Sears, Roebuck and Co. shall be liable for damages to other original
engine components or approved modifications proximately caused by
a failure under warranty of an emission-related part covered by the
ECS Warranty.
7 Throughout the ECS Warranty Period, Sears, Roebuck and Co shall
maintain a supply of warranted emission-related parts sufficient to
meet the expected demand for such emission-related parts
8. Any Sears, Roebuck and Co. authorized and approved emission-
related replacement part may be used in the performance of any ECS
Warranty maintenance or repair and will be provided without charge to
the owner. Such use shall not reduce Sears, Roebuck and Co. ECS
Warranty obligations.
9 Unapbroved add-on or modified parts may not be used to modifry or
repair a Sears, Roebuck and Co engine. Such use voids this ECS
Warranty and shall be sufficient grounds for disallowing an ECS
Warranty claim. Sears, Roebuck and Co. shall not be liable 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-RELATEDPARTSINCLUDETHEFOLLOWING:
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
c) 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 U.S.A.
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE
MODEL: 143.016502
Ref. Part
No. No. Part Name
1 37266
2 26727
6 33734
7 36557
12 36775
12A 36558
12B 36694
14 28277
15 30589
16 34839A
17 31335
18 651018
19 37329
20 32600
30 37459
40 40027
40 40028
41 40025
41 40026
42 40006
42 40007
43 20381
45 36777
46 32610A
48 27241
50 37460
52 29914
69 *376O9
70 37608
72 37614
72A 28534
75 27897
80 30574A
81 30590A
82 30591
83 30588A
86 650488
89 610961
90 611213
92 650815
93 650816
100 34443C
101 610118
103 651007
104 37480
110 36230
119 *36787
120 36825
125 37288
126 37289
130 6021A
135 37598
150 31672
151 31673
151A 40017
169 *36783
172 36784
Cylinder (Incl. 2,20 & 150) 174 30200
Dowel Pin 178 29752
Breather Element 179 30593
Breather Ass'y. (IncL 6 & 12A) 182 6201
Breather Tube 184 *26756
Breather Cover & Tube (Incl. 12B) 185 36785
Breather Tube Elbow 186 36255
Washer 200 37134
Governor Rod (Incl. 14) 206 610973
Governor Lever 207 36200B
Governor Lever Clamp 209 30200
Screw, Torx T-15, 8-32 x 19/64" 223 650451
Extension Spring 224 *36786
Oil Seal 238 650932
Crankshaft 239 *34338
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.) 241 36919
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.010" OS) 245 36905
Piston & Pin Ass'y, (Std.) (Incl. 43) 250 37122
Piston & Pin Ass'y. (.010" OS) (Incl. 260 36980
43) 261 3O2OO
Ring Set (Std.) 262 650831
Ring Set (.010" OS) 263A 37345
Piston Pin Retaining Ring 278 36790A
Connecting Rod Ass'y. (Incl. 46) 277 650988
Connecting Rod Bolt 285 35000A
Valve Lifter 287 650926
Camshaft Exhaust(MCR) (Inc. ref 290 29774
104) 292 26460
Oil Pump Ass'y. 298 28763
Mounting Flange Gasket 300 36916
Mounting Flange (Incl.72 thru 83, 301 36246
311) 305 35647
Oil Drain Plug 306 *37610
Oil Drain Plug 307 35499
Oil Seal 309 650562
Governor Shaft 309A 650783
Washer 310 35648
Governor Gear Ass'y. (Incl. 81) 311A 37611
Governor Spool 313 34080
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 347 651038
Flywheel Key 370A 36261
Flywheel 370C 37318
Belleville Washer 370E 34387
Flywheel Nut 370R 37317
Solid State Ignition
Spark Plug Cover
Screw, Torx T-15, 10-24 x 15/16"
Cam Bushing
Ground Wire
Cylinder Head Gasket
Cylinder Head
Exhaust Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151 )
Intake Valve (Std.) (Incl. 151)
Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"
Resistor Spark Plug (RJ19LM4)
Valve Spring
Valve Spring Cap
Intake Valve Seal
Valve Cover Gasket
Valve Cover
Ref. Part
No. No.
Part Name
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"
Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28
Retainer Clip
Screw, 1/4-28 x 7/8"
Carburetor To Intake Pipe Gasket
Intake Pipe
Governor Link
Control Bracket (Incl. 206)
Terminal
Throttle Link
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1"
Intake Pipe Gasket
Screw, 10-32 x 49/64"
Air Cleaner Gasket
Air Cleaner Collar
Air Cleaner Filter
Air Cleaner Cover
Blower Housing
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2"
Starter Grill
Muffler
Screw, 1/4-20 x 2-9/32"
Starter Cup
Screw, 8-32 x 21/64"
Fuel Line
Fuel Line Clamp
Screw, 10-32 x 35/64"
Fuel Tank (Incl. 292 & 301)
Fuel Cap
Oil Fill Tube
"O"-Ring
"O"-Ring
Screw, 10-32 x 3/8"
Screw, 10-24 x 3/4"
Dipstick
Hold Down Bracket
Spacer
Screw, 10-32 x 27/32"
Lubrication Decal
Primer Decal (3X)
Air Cleaner Decal
Warning Decal
! *Indicates Parts Included in
Gasket Set, Ref. No. 400.
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE
MODEL: 143.016502
Ref. Part
No. No. Part Name
380 640262
390 590739
Carburetor (Incl. 184)
Rewind Starter
(NOTE: This engine could have
been built with 590702 starter).
400 36792B
416 36O85
Gasket Set (Incl. Items Marked *)
Spark Arrestor Kit (Incl. 417)
(Optional)
417 650821
Screw, 10-32 x 1/2" (Optional)
Ref. Part
No. No.
900
9OO
Part Name
Replacement Engine 750848C (Not
Available In California) order from
71-999
Replacement Short Block 750837A,
order from 71-999
*Indicates parts Included in
Gasket Set. Ref. No. 400.
RPM High 3450 to 3750
RPM Low 2000 to 2300
CARBURETOR NO. 640262
48 36A
Raf Ref.
No. No. Part Name
640262
1 631615
2 631767
4 *631184
5 *631183
6 640070
7 *650506
16 631807
17 651025
18 630766
26 640018
20A 640200
.4
/
/
40
25 631867
27 *631024
26 632019
29 *631028
30 *631021
31 631022
36 640259
36 640080
36P 632766
37 *632547
40 640175
44 "27110A
47 *630748
48 *631027
60 632760B
Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List
Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly
Throttle Return Spring
Dust Seal Washer
Dust Seal (Throttle)
Throttle Shutter
Shutter Screw
Fuel Fitting
Throttle Crack Screw/Idle Speed Screw
Tension Spring
Idle Restrictor Screw
Idle Restrictor Scrwe Cap (Black)
Float Bowl
Float Shaft
Float
Float Bowl "O" Ring
Inlet Needle, Seat, & Clip (Incl. 31 )
Spring Clip
Primer Bulb/Retainer Ring
Main Nozzle Tube
Carburetor Tube
"O" Ring, Main Nozzle Tube
High Speed 6owl Nut
Bowl Nut Washer
Welch Plug, Idle Mixture Well
Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent
Repair kit (Incl Items Marked *)
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REWIND STARTER NO. 590739
12
13
Ref. Part
No. No. Part Name
3
6
7
8
11
590739
590740
590616
590617
590618A
590638
Rewind Starter
Retainer
Starter Dog
Dog Spring
Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y
Starter Housing Ass'y (40 degree
grommet)
12 590535
Starter Rope (Length 98" x 9/64"
dia.)
13 590701
14 590760
Starter Handle
SprLng Clip
STARTER NO. 590702
13
O 4
5
Ref. Part
No. No, Part Name
590702
1 590599A
2 590600
3 590696
4 590661
8
5 596697
6 590698
7 590699
8 1590700
11 590703
grom et)
12 590535
13 590701
Recoil Starter
Spring Pin (Incl. 4)
Washer
Retainer
Washer
Srake Spring
Starter Dog
Dog Spring
Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y.
Starter Housing Ass'y. (40 degree
Starter Rope ( 98" x 9/64" dia.)
Starter Handle
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SEARS
operator's
How to ORDER Repair Parts
The Model Number can be found on a decal on the blower housing
(See Figure 1). Always mention the Model Number when
requesting service or repair parts for your Craftsman Engine.
All parts 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.
manual
MODEL NO. 143.016502
6,5 HORSEPOWER
12 CUBIC INCH (195 cc)
DISPLACEMENT
SOLID STATE IGNITION
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
CAUTION:
Read RULES for
Safe OPERATION
and INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully
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and SEARS CANADA, INC., TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA
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