Craftsman 225581498 Owner’s Manual

SEARS

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

225.581508

15" TRANSOM

225.581498

20" TRANSOM

CAUTION: Read and Follow

all Safety Rules and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

GAMEFISHER

15 HORSEPOWER

OUTBOARD MOTOR

WITH 6 GALLON REMOTE TANK

• Installation

• Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

• Service Adjustments

• Repair Parts

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

BOATER'S RESPONSIBILITIES

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SAFETY RULES

The operator (driver) is responsible for the correct and

safe operation of the boat and safety of its occupants and general public. It is strongly recommended that

each operator (driver) read and understand this entire

manual before operating the outboard.

Be sure at least one additional person on board is

instructed in the basics of starting and operating the outboard and boat handling in case the driver is unable

to operate the boat.

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR OUTBOARD

Read this manual carefully. Learn how to operate your outboard properly. If you have any questions, contact your nearest Sears Store which sells Gamefisher out-

board motors. Safety and operating information that is practiced along

with using good common sense can help prevent per- sonal injury and product damage.

This manual as well as safety labels posted on the out- board use the following safety alerts to draw your atten- tion to special safety instructions that should be fol-

lowed.

USING AN OUTBOARD THAT EXCEEDS THE MAXI- MUM HORSEPOWER LIMIT OF A BOAT CAN:

1. CAUSE LOSS OF BOAT CONTROL, 2. PLACE TOO MUCH WE|GHT AT THE TRANSOM ALTERING THE

DESIGNED FLOTATION CHARACTERISTICS OF THE BOAT OR 3. CAUSE THE BOAT TO BREAK

APART PARTICULARLY AROUND THE TRANSOM AREA. OVERPOWERING A BOAT CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH OR BOAT DAMAGE.

DO NOT attempt to make repairs or adjustments not specifically covered in this manual. Should you ever need technical assistance, please contact your Sears

Service Center.

NEVER OPERATE your motor at full throttle when the engine isoverloaded. This can occur under conditions when a planing boat is loaded so it does not plane or when towing another boat.

• Some boats are extremely unstable in the water, even when secured to a dock. Do not stand erect. Stay as

close as possible to centerline of boat while installing

motor.

• DO NOT store your motor or gasoline where fumes may reach an open flame and cause a fire.

IMMEDIATE HAZARDS WHICH WILL RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD

RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

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HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD RESULT IN MINOR INJURY OR PRODUCT OR PRO-

PERTY DAMAGE.

ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRES AND PLACE WIRES WHERE THEY CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUGS TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL START-

ING WHEN WORKI_IG ON YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR.

• DO NOT use a motor with a horsepower rating higher than what is listed (_nthe certification plate on your boat.

DRAIN THE GASOLINE from your motor before

transporting your motor inside your car or other vehicle.

GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE AND HIGHLY EXPLOSIVE UNDER

CERTAIN CONDITIONS. ALWAYS STOP THE EN- GINE AND DO NOT SMOKE OR ALLOW OPEN

FLAMES OR SPARKS IN THE AREA WHILE FILLING FUEL TANKS.

• DO NOT fill the gas tank when the engine is running. Do not fill the gas tank indoors.

• REMOVE portable fuel tank from boat when refueling

to prevent spilling fuel in boat. Always mix fuel in a

well ventilated area.

CONGRATULATIONS...

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

You are to be congratulated on your selection of this

Outboard Motor which will give you years of satisfactory

service. Your Gamefisher is the end product of years of

research, engineering and development. It has been

assembled by Craftsmen who take pride in their work.

This Owner's Guide will help you to receive all the

trouble-free performance built into your motor. READ

THROUGH THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE MOTOR. It contains complete operat-

ing instructions and recommendations for the care and protection of your motor. Following these recommenda-

tions and instructions will assure you of years of boating pleasure.

Outboarding is a great _port. Always remember, how- ever, that you have friends on the water. Extend to them the courtesy of thoughtful, safe operation of your motor and boat and you will increase your own enjoyment.

MODEL NUMBER

SERIAL

NUMBER DATE OF

PURCHASE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE PORT STERN BRACKET.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE

PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Engine 15 HP Horsepower Rating @ 6000 RPM

Recommended

5500 - 6500 RPM

Operating Range Engine Type Two Cycle, Two Cylinder

Bore and Stroke

Alternate Firing

2.25" x 1.94"

57.1 mm x 49.2 mm)

Cubic Inch 15.41 Cubic Inches Displacement (252.5 cc)

Water Cooled - Displacement

Cooling Type Water Pump

Propeller Right Hand Rotation,

Spline Drive

Spark Plug - Champion 33-328 Spark Plug Gap 0.040 in. (1.0 mm)

Fuel Tank Remote 6.0 gal. (23 L)

Gear Ratio 14:22

15" Leg = 62 Ibs. (28.1 Kg)

Weight (approx.) 20" Leg = 64 Ibs. (29.0 Kg)

Fuel:Oil Ratio

25:1 Break-In

50:1 Normal

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your outboard motor.

• Followthe instructions under"Cus.tomer Responsibil-

ities" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's Manual.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON GAMEFISHER OUTBOARD MOTOR

Foroneyearfrom the date of purchase, when this Gamefisher Outboard Motor ismaintained, lubricated and tuned- up according to the instructions inthe owner's manual, Sears will repair,free ofcharge, any defect in material and workmanship.

Ifthis Gamefisher Outboard Motor is used for commercial orrentalpurposes, thiswarranty applies foronly 90 days

from the date of purchase. This warranty does notcover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as sparkplugs, water pump impeller, oil seals,

propellers and tune-ups.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, includingbutnot limited to strikingan underwater object and failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscontained in the owner's manual.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE GAMEFISHER OUTBOARD MOTOR TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rightswhich may vary from state to state.

._ SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. Department 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ................................. 2

MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS ...................... 3

WARRANTY ..................................... 3

MOTOR ACCESSORIES ......................... 5

INSTALLATION ................................. 7

MOTOR NOMENCLATURE ...................... 8

OPERATION ................................. 8-16

INDEX

Before Starting Engine ....... 12

Index ........................ 4

Boat Transom ................ 7

Break-In Procedure .......... 13

Know Your Outboard Motor . .. 8

Carburetor .................. 25

Cooling System ............. 15

Customer Responsibilities .... 17

Lanyard Stop Switch .......... 6

Lubrication Schedule ........ 17

Lubrication Code ............ 22

Draining/Refilling Gear

Housing Lubricant ......... 23

Maintenance Schedule ....... 17

Mounting Motor .............. 7

Exterior Care ................ 27

Motor Tilt Angle ............. 11

Motor Speed (RPM) and

Propeller ................. 15

Motor Tilt .................... 9

Fuel Pump Filter ............. 19

Fuel Ratio Conversion Table .o 12

Fuel System ................ 11

Fuel Tank Filter ............. 19

Oil Selection ................ 12

Operating Checks ........... 15

Operating In Freezing

Gasoline Selection .......... 12

General Recommendations... 17

Temperatures ............. 16

Pre-Operation Checklist ..... 16

Product Specifications ........ 3

Propeller ................... 11

Propeller Removal ........... 21

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ............. 17-24

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ................. 25

STORAGE .................................. 26-27

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS .................. 28

REPAIR PARTS ................................ 29

PARTS ORDERING .................. REAR COVER

Removing Motor ............. 7

Remove Motor Cover ........ 18

Salt Water Operation ........ 16

Shakedown Checklist ........ 16

Shallow Water Drive Bar ..... 10

Spark Plug .................. 20

Start Engine ................ 14

Steering Friction ............. 9

Storage ..................... 26

Submerged Motor

Fresh Water ............... 24

Submerged Motor

Salt Water ................ 24

Tiller Handle Position ........ 10

Throttle Stop ................ 25

Troubleshooting Chart ....... 28

Warranty .................... 3

OUTBOARD MOTOR ACCESSORIES

These accessories were available when the outboard motor was purchased. They are also available at most Sears retail

outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your outboard motor.

SPARK PLUG

PROPELLER

OUTBOARD OIL

TC-W3 or TC-W !1

APPLICATION

opuonal- Veryug_ Loads

Optional- Ught Loads

Optional - Light Loads

FUEL STABILIZER GEAR LUBE

NO. OF DIA.

BLADES (IN.)

3 8

2 8 1/4

PITCH

(IN.)

8 1/4

MATERIAL

Aluminum

Nylon

Aluminum

PARTNO.

P-472

P-6430

P-286-3

Standard - Average Loads

Optional - Average Loads

Optional - Medium/Heavy Loads

Optional - Heavy Loads

Optional - Heavy Loads/Sailboat

3 8

2 8 1/4

3 8 3/8

3 8 1/4

9 1/4

8 3/4

4 1/2

Nylon

Aluminum

P-6477

P-70

P-715

P-395

P-396

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GENERAL INFORMATION

LANYARD STOP SWITCH

1 The purpose of the lanyard stop switch is to turn off

the engine ignition whenever the operator (when at- tached to the lanyard) moves far enough away from the operator's position to activate the switch.

2 The lanyard is a cord usually between 4 and 5 feet in

length when stretched out with an element on one end

made to be inserted into the switch and a metal snap on

the other end for attaching to the operator. It is coiled to

make its at-rest condition as short as possible so as to minimize the likelihood of the lanyard entanglement with nearby objects. It is made as long as it is in its

stretched condition to minimize the likelihood of acci- dental activation should the operator choose to move

around in an area close to the normal operator's posi- tion. If for any reason it is desired to have a shorter

functional lanyard, this may be accomplished by using

up length in the way the lanyard and clip are attached to the operator (such as wrapping the lanyard around the

operator's wrist or leg) or by tying a simple knot in the

lanyard.

Read the Safety Warning following before electing to

use or not to use such a switch.

THE FOLLOWING ADVANTAGES AND DISADVAN-

TAGES OF A LANYARD STOP SWITCH SHOULD BE

CONSIDERED BEFORE ELECTING TO USE, OR NOT TO USE, SUCH A SWITCH.

ADVANTAGES: THE PURPOSE OF A LANYARD STOP SWITCH IS TO STOP THE ENGINE IGNITION WHEN-

EVER THE OPERATOR (WHEN ATTACHED TO THE LANYARD) MOVES FAR ENOUGH AWAY FROM THE OPERATOR'S POSITION TO ACTIVATE THE

SWITCH. THIS WOULD OCCUR IF THE OPERATOR FALLS OR MOVES WITHIN THE BOAT A SUFFI-

CIENT DISTANCE FROM THE OPERATOR'S POSI- TION. THIS TYPE OF ACCIDENT IS MOST LIKELY IN

CERTAIN TYPES OF BOATS SUCH AS LOW-SIDED BASS BOATS, HIGH-PERFORMANCE BOATS AND LIGHT, SENSITIVE-HANDLING FISHING BOATS

OPERATED BY HAND-TILLER. IT IS ALSO LIKELY AS A RESULT OF POOR OPERATING PRACTICES SUCH

AS SITTING ON THE BACK OF THE SEAT AT PLAN-

ING SPEEDS, STANDING AT PLANING SPEEDS, OPERATING AT HIGH SPEEDS IN SHALLOW OR

OBSTACLE-INFESTED WATERS, RELEASING YOUR

GRIP ON A STEERING WHEEL THAT IS PULLING IN ONE DIRECTION, DRINKING AND DRIVING OR DARING, HIGH-SPEED BOAT MANEUVERS.

DISADVANTAGES: INADVERTENT ACTIVATION OF

THE SWITCH IS ALSO A POSSIBILITY. THIS COULD

CAUSE ANY, OR ALL, OF THE FOLLOWING POTEN-

TIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS:

1, LOSS OF BALANCE AND FALLING FORWARD OF

UNSTABLE BOAT PASSENGERS- A PARTICULAR CONCERN IN BOW RIDER TYPE BOATS.

2. LOSS OF POWER AND DIRECTIONAL CONTROL

IN HEAVY SEAS, STRONG CURRENT OR HIGH WINDS.

3. LOSS OF CONTROL WHEN DOCKING. IN ADDITION, THERE ARE LIMITATIONS TO WHAT

THE LANYARD STOP SWITCH CAN DO. THE BOAT

CAN CONTINUE TO COAST FOR A CONSIDERABLE DISTANCE DEPENDING ON THE VELOCITY AT

SHUTDOWN AND THE DEGREE OF ANY TURN. HOWEVER, THE BOAT WILL NOT COMPLETE A FULL CIRCLE. WHILE THE BOAT IS COASTING, IT

CAN CAUSE INJURY TO ANYONE IN THE BOAT'S PATH AS SERIOUSLY AS THE BOAT WOULD WHEN

UNDER POWER. AS WE CANNOT POSSIBLY KNOW OF AND ADVISE

THE BOATING PUBLIC OF ALL CONCEIVABLE

BOAT/MOTOR TYPES AND/OR POOR OPERATING PRACTICES, THE FINAL DECISION OF WHETHER

TO USE A LANYARD STOP SWITCH RESTS WITH

YOU, THE OWNER/DRIVER.

WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT OTHER OCCU-

PANTS BE INSTRUCTED ON PROPER STARTING

AND OPERATING PROCEDURES SHOULD THEY BE

REQUIRED TO OPERATE THE OUTBOARD AND BOAT IN AN EMERGENCY.

INSTALLATION

BOATTRANSOM

TRANSOM TYPE

• Make sure the transom of your boat is designed for mounting an outboard motor. (Figure 1) The keel

should be tapered from a point about 30" (76.2cm)

ahead of the transom so that it is no more than 1/2" (1.27cm) thick at the transom.

MOUNTING MOTOR

• Mark the vertical centerline (exact middle) of the stern of the boat.

• Center the motor on the transom.

IMPORTANT: IF THE MOTOR IS NOT CENTERED ON THE TRANSOM, THE TORQUE OF THE PROPELLER

WILL TEND TO CAUSE THE BOAT TO RUN OFF COURSE AND CREATE HARD STEERING AND CON-

TROL.

SOME BOATS ARE UNSTABLE IN THE WATER, EVEN WHEN SECURED TO A DOCK. DO NOT STAND

ERECT. STAY AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE TO CENTER- LINE OF BOAT WHILE INSTALLING MOTOR.

OK OK

NOT SUITABLE NOT SUITABLE

FIGURE 1

ANTI-CAVITATION

• Raise or lower the motor until the anti-cavitation

plate is 1/2" to 1" below the bottom of the boat.

(Figure 2)

• Tighten stern bracket clamp screws alternately by hand until tight. (Figure 3)

IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE WRENCH TO TIGHTEN

CLAMP SCREWS.

REMOVING MOTOR

• To remove the motor from the boat, simply reverse

the installation procedure.

IMPORTANT: WHEN REMOVING, MAINTAIN MOTOR IN AN UPRIGHT POSITION RESTING ON IT'S SKEG

UNTIL ALL WATER HAS DRAINED FROM THE MOTOR LEG.

(1.27 crn) -- (2.54

FIGURE 2

FIGURE 3

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR

Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your outboard motor. Compare the illustrations (Figures 4

and 5) with your outboard motor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this

manual for future reference.

FIGURE 4

1 MotorCover 2 MotorCoverLatch 3 IdleReliefHolesfThermostat

4 MotorLeg 5 Anti-CavitationPlate

6 Propeller 7 Skeg 8 WaterInlet

9 GearHousing

10 Stem Brackets

11. "131tReleaseLever 12 ShiftLever

13 StopSwitch 14 ThrotUe/SteedngArm

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FIGURE 5

15 StartingDecal:Explains howtostartyourmotor.

16 Warm-Up Knob:Puffingthewarm-upknoboutrichensthe fuel/

airmixture whenstartingacoldmotor.

17 "ritltreleaseLever:Rotatingthe tiltreleaseleverenables the

motorto be tiltedup.

18 ShallowWaterDriveBar:The shallowwaterdrivebarallows

operatingat lowspeedsinshallowwater.

19 MotorLockBar:Movingthe motorlockbarchangesthe tilt

angleof themotor.

20 GearShiftLever:Allowsshiftinginand outof neutral,forward

andreversegear.

21 LanyardSwitch:Pullingthecordshutsthe motoroffinan emer-

gencysituation.

22 Twist-GripThrottle:Tumingthethrottleallowsyou toincrease

anddecreasespeed.Italsohastwopositiod_:(1) Start - used whenstartingmotor;and (2)Shift -usedbeforeshiftingmotor toforward orreversegear.

23 Primer:Pushingtheprimerbuttonsuppliesa smallamountof

fueltothecarburetorforstarting.

24 StarterRopeHandle:Pullingthe starterropeturns the motor

overforstarting.

25 StopButton:Pushingthestopbuttonstopsthe motor.

OPERATION

HOW TO USE YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR MOTOR TILT

• To tilt the motor up out of the water push tilt release

lever down to "Release" position. (Figure 6)

• Grasp handle on back of motor cover and pull forward until end of travel of tilt stop. Push tilt stop down to

lock motor in tilt position. (Figure 7)

• Return motor to operating position. Grasp handle on

back of motor cover and pull slightly forward. Pull the

tilt stop up to release motor. (Figure 8)

• Push the tilt release lever up to engage position.

(Figure 9)

RELEASE

FIGURE 6

TILTSTOP

FIGURE 8

ENGAGE

FIGURE 9

STEERING FRICTION

STEERING FRICTION ADJUSTMENT IS NOT IN- TENDED TO ALLOW "HANDS OFF" STEERING.

LOSS OF CONTROL AND SERIOUS INJURY COULD RESULT.

• Adjust screw for steering friction desired. (Figure 10)

FIGURE 7

TILT STOP

FIGURE 10

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OPERATION

SHALLOW WATER DRIVE BAR

The shallow water drive bar allows the motor to operate

at low speeds in shallow water.

• Tilt the motor and lock it in the up position. (See Motor Tilt, page 9).

• Lift the shallow water drive bar up until it clicks into its "up" position. (Figure 11)

• Pull the tilt stop up and slowly lower the motor making sure that the shallow drive bar rests against the motor

lock bar. (Figure 12)

TILLER HANDLE POSITIONS

The motor is equipped with a throttle arm that drops down for convenient handling during transportation or

storage. To drop the handle, lift the arm up slightly, push and hold the lock lever down. (Figure 13) Drop the

handle until it clears the lock lever. (Figure 14)

SHALLOW WATER BAR/

FIGURE 11

LOCK BAR

FIGURE 12

FIGURE 13

f\\

FIGURE 14

OPERATION

MOTOR TILT ANGLE

IMPORTANT: ADJUST MOTOR TILT ANGLE, IF NECESSARY, BY CHANGING THE POSITION OF THE LOCK

BAR SO THAT THE PROPELLER SHAFT IS PARALLEL TO THE SURFACE OF THE WATER WHEN THE BOAT IS PLANING. SEE FIGURE 15 TO DETERMINE CORRECT MOTOR ANGLE.

• Adjust motor angle if motor is too close to transom or bow will dig in or plow.

LOCK BAR TOO LOW, MOTOR TOO CLOSE

-2

CORRECT

LOCK BAR TOO HIGH,

MOTOR TOO FAR OUT

FIGURE 15

• Adjust motor angle, if motor is too far away from transom the bow may ride high, the boat may "porpoise," and the motor may race.

PROPELLER

• Your engine is equipped with a general duty propeller which should give you good all around Operating charac-

teristics on a typical boat for this size engine.

• CJ_eck that motor is not over-revving (RPM too high) or lugging (RPM too low) at wide open throttle. Optional

propellers may be ordered from Sears.

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OIL SELECTION

• Use NMMA certified TC-W3 or TC-W II outboard oil.

GASOLINE SELECTION

• 87 pump octane minimum, premium not needed.

• 10% ethanol maximum.

• 3% methanol maximum.

• Use a major fuel supplier.

IMPORTANT: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separa-

tion and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in stor-

age. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should

be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain

the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel

lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next

season. See Storage Instructions for additional infor-

mation. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner pro-

ducts in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

FOR A PROPER FUEL MIX

Recommended lubricant and gasoline must be properly mixed or serious damage will result to the engine.

• Maintain a clean fuel tank.

• Strain fuel through a fine mesh strainer.

• Pour one (1) gallon (38.1 cm) of fresh gasoline intoan empty fuel tank. Add proper amount of outboard mo-

tor oil. Add balance of gasoline, mix thoroughly.

TO PREVENT SPILLING FUEL IN BOAT, REMOVE

PORTABLE FUEL TANK WHEN REFUELING. GASO- LINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE -- ALWAYS MIX IN

WELL VENTILATED AREA.

• Observe safety rules - mix fuel in a well ventilated

area (preferably outdoors). Avoid sparks and open flames.

• Repeated use of additive compounds such as "break-in" oils, "tune-up" compounds, "tonics", "fric- tion reducing" compounds, etc. is not recommended.

USE OR

SERVICE FUEL RATIO CONVERSION TABLE

RATIO GASOLINE QTY. OIL QTY.

Break-in 1Gallon

25:1 3.8 Liters 1/3 Pint 5.3 oz, .158 Liters

or 3 Gallons (2.5 Imp. Gal.)

4% Oil 6 Gallons (5 Imp. Gal.)

Normal 1 Gallon

50:1 3.8 Liters 1/6 Pint 2.6 oz. .079 Liters

or 3 Gallons (2.5 Imp. Gal.) 1/2 Pint 8 oz. .236 Liters

2% Oil 6 Gallons (5 Imp. Gal.)

NOTE: Regular use of a fuel stabilizer can help avoid fuel problems during short storage periods. Mix stabilizer according

to bottle instructions during each fill up to be sure it will be present during unplanned storage.

11.5 Liters 1Pint 16 oz. .473 Liters

5 Liters 2 Pints 32 oz. .946 Liters

11.5 Liters

23 Liters 1 Pint 16 oz. .473 "Citers

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OPERATION

BREAK-IN PROCEDURE -- USE 25:1 MIX

I ,A CAUTION ]

SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE CAN RESULT BY NOT COMPLYING WITH THE FOLLOWING

BREAK-IN PROCEDURE.

• Mix correct amount of outboard motor oil with each gallon of gasoline (see gasoline -- oil mixture require-

ments and fuel ratio conversion table).

• Run engine at moderate speed (approximately 1/2

throttle) for ten minutes. Check operation of the water pump and cooling system. (Refer to "Checking

Water Pump Operation.")

• Advance to full throttle for a few seconds.

• Return to moderate speed for several minutes.

• Repeat steps 2 and 3 gradually increasing time of full throttle operation until 5 minutes of full throttle oper-

ation has been reached. This break-in operation will

require approximately one (1) hour running time.

• Use the 25:1 gasoline-oil for an additional two (2) hours before changing to the 50:1 mixture for normal

use.

• AVOID CONTINUOUS FULL THROTTLE OPERA- TION FOR AN ADDITIONAL TWO (2) HOURS.

• Your outboard motor may now be operated at any throttle setting desired using the proper fuel ratio as

specified in the gasoline-oil chart.

DISCONNECT FUEL LINE IF MOTOR IS NOT USED FOR ANY LENGTH OF TIME. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE INTO THE

BOAT.

• Observe required maintenance and operating in-

structions.

FUEL SYSTEM

I _ CAUTION 1

CHECK WITH YOUR SEARS STORE BEFORE USING ANY FUEL TANK; TO MAKE SURE THE LINE, VENT

AND CHECK VALVE ARE SAFE, AND ARE THE CORRECT SIZE.

• Place fuel tank in asecure level place out of the way.

• Connect fuel line to quick-disconnect fitting in front

of motor. (Figure 16)

FIGURE 16

• Carburetor.

Your motor's carburetor is preset at tll_ factory for normal operation. If you are operating at varying alti-

tudes or temperature conditions you may need to readjust the carburetor for best operation. See Car-

buretor (page 25) in Service and Adjustments section.

• Slide back sleeve in coupler.

• Place sleeve on bushing and release to lock in place.

OPERATION

TO STOP Retard throttle control to "slow" position, shift engine into

"neutral." Depress "stop" button (E) and hold until motor stops.

• Shift lever (A) must be in neutral position, when starting. The motor has a lock out device that pre-

vents the motor from starting when in gear.

• Pull warm-up knob (B) out.

• Push prime bulb (I) onetime. Do not prime more than once.

• Turn twist-grip throttle (C) to start position.

• Pull starter rope (D) out until resistance isfelt on rope, then give the rope a smooth, rapid, even pull. The en-

gine should start on the second or third pull. However, when starting for the first time, several additional pulls on the starter may be required inorder to initially prime

the engine.

• After engine has started, push warm-up knob in until

engine warms up.

• Turn throttle control to "Shift" position on decal.

• Move shift lever to right for forward operation and to

the left for reverse operation.

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS SHIFT WITH A QUICK SNAP- PING MOTION, NEVER EASE MOTOR INTO GEAR

OR CLUTCH COULD BE DAMAGED.

FIGURE 17

TO START ENGINE

LANYARD SWITCH

The motor is equipped with a lanyard type switch (F).

Prior to starting, make sure the lanyard cord is attached

to switch. The motor will not start if lanyard is not connected to switch.

FUEL/FUEL LINE

• Make sure that fuel tank has a sufficient supply of properly mixed fuel and that vent screw on fuel tank

filler cap or gauge is open.

• Check that fuel line is securely connected to fitting at engine (G).

• Squeeze fuel line prime bulb (H) several times until bulb becomes firm.

STARTING (COLD)

OPERATE SLOWLY IN REVERSE TO AVOID TAKING

WATER INTO THE BOAT OVER THE TRANSOM.

STARTING (WARM)

• Turn twist-grip throttle (C) to start position.

• Pullstarter rope (D) out until resistance isfelt on rope,

then give the rope a smooth, rapid, even pull. The en- gine shouldstart on the second or third pull. However, when startingfor the firsttime, several additional pulls on the starter may be required in order to initiallyprime

the engine.

• After engine has started, push warm-up knob in to middle position until engine warms up.

• Turn throttle control to "Shift" position on decal.

• Move shift lever to right for forward operation and to

the left for reverse operation.

Follow the cold start procedure, starting with step 4. STARTING (FLOODED)

• If engine is flooded (over primed), make sure warm- up button is in, advance throttle control to start posi-

tion and continue to pull starter rope.

[ A, CAUTION

DO NOT START YOUR OUTBOARD OUT OF WATER.

THE WATER PUMP HAS A RUBBER IMPELLER

• WJblICH CAN BE DAMAGED BY RUNNING DRY.

OPERATION

OPERATING CHECKS

COOLING SYSTEM Cooling water ispicked up on the side ofthe gear housing

just ahead of the propeller, goes through the powerhead,

and then goes out with the exhaust gases.

IMPORTANT: NEVER RUN MOTOR OUT OF THE WA- TER, AND NEVER RUN MOTOR UNLESS WATER PUMP

IS WORKING NORMALLY OR OVERHEATING AND MO-

TOR DAMAGE MAY RESULT.

• Check that a spray of water is coming out of the idle relief holes when the motor is idling. (Figure 18)

AND CHECK

FIGURE 19

MOTOR SPEED (R.RM.) AND PROPELLER

IMPORTANT:. TO AVOID MOTOR DAMAGE, THE MO-

TOR MUST BE RUNNING IN THE RIGHT OPERATING

RANGE AND THE PROPELLER MUST BE CORRECT FOR

THE BOAT.(SEE SPECIRCATIONS).

• Atwide open throttlecheck that motor R.P.M. iswithin

specifications.

• Ifyour motorseems to be runningwell but is not in the

correct R.RM. range, you may need a propeller with a different pitch (a smaller pitch increases R.P.M.

while a larger pitch decreases R.RM.). Consult your Sears Store.

FIGURE 18

OPERATING PRECAUTIONS

Avoid striking underwater objects especially in re- verse, since both the motor and the transom may be

damaged. (Figure 19)

If an object is hit, stop and check for damage.

While operating in reverse or in forward, faster than trolling speed, engage tilt release/reverse lock.

If you operate in very shallow water, you may plug the water inlet with mud or debris which will cause your

motor to overheat.

Avoid shallow water. If you must operate in shallow water or in an area where there are known obstruc-

tions, use shallow water driver" bar (page 10).

If while operating your boat the propeller comes in

contact with fishing line, stop motor. Visually inspect and remove any line that is wrapped around prop. As soon as possible, remove engine from water and check gear housing for water which would indicate a da_naged seal.

PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST

13 Operator knows safe navigation, boating and operat-

ing procedures.

[] All needed safety equipment is on board, in good

condition and easy to reach.

[] Motor isoperatingnormally.Ifthemotorishard tostart

or is not runningwell, have repairs made before leav-

ing dockside.

[] Fuel supply is O.K. [] Use only recommended gasoline and oil and use

only the correct mixture.

[] There are no fuel leaks. [] Propeller is not fouled or damaged.

[] A spare propeller is on board. [] The correct anchor and lines are on board.

[] All anchor andmooring lines are neatly coiled out of

the way.

[] Recreational equipment and fishing gear is stowed

securely.

F__]Bilge is pumped and there are no water leaks.

[] Passengers are safely on board. [] The area is clear for operation. Operator is aware of

other boats, skiers, divers, swimmers, etc.

OPERATION

SHAKEDOWN CHECKLIST

[] Operator has read and understood the entire opera-

tor's manual. [] Operator has carried out pre-operation checklist. [] Operate cautiously and get to know how your boat

handles. [] If the motor is new, follow all break-in procedures. [] Follow all operating procedures. [] Check tightness of mounting clamps.

[] Adjust motor angle if necessary. [] Adjust idle if necessary.

[] Adjust carburetor if necessary. [] Check that propeller is correct for boat.

OPERATING IN FREEZING

TEMPERATURES

• When usingthe motor infreezing or nearfreezing tem-

peratures, keep the gear housing inthe water. When

launching the boat/motor in near freezing"tempera-

tures, let the rig soak for 20 to 30 minutes before start-

ing to allow water in the water pick-up, water pump, or water tube to thaw.

IMPORTANT: IF THE MOTOR IS TILTED OUT OF THE

WATER, WATER REMAINING IN THE COOLING SYSTEM AND GEAR HOUSING MAYFREEZE AND CAUSE PARTS

TO BREAK.

• Do not starta motor that might be frozen.

SALT WATER OPERATION

Although all motor parts that contact water have been chemically treated to resist salt water corrosion, you

should take some special steps after runningyour motor in salt water.

• Always tilt the motor out of thewater when not inuse.

• From time to time run the motor infresh water to flush out salt deposits.

• Wash motor down with fresh water and soap; rinse. Apply a marine-type wax to protect the finish.

• Periodically remove propeller and lubricatepropeller

shaft.

• Replace water pump impeller every year. Apply anti- seize compound to the driveshaft/crankshaft spline.

i ,A CAUTION

IF OUTBOARD IS STORED TILTED UP IN FREEZING TEMPERATURE, TRAPPED COOLING WATER OR

RAIN WATER THAT MAY HAVE ENTERED THE EXHAUST OUTLET IN THE GEAR CASE COULD FREEZE AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE OUTBOARD.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

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Check for loose fasteners • Check fuel pump filter •

Check fuel tank filter • Check spark plug •

Check propeller condition •

Lubrication Chart

Shift Linkage

Carb Linkage • • Swivel Bracket

Clamp Screws • •

Propeller Shaft • •

Check level •

Gear Housing

Replace grease •

SERVICE DATES

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this outboard motor does not cover

items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty,

operator must maintain the outboard as instructed in

this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each

season.

NEGLECTED INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SERVICE OF YOUR OUTBOARD OR ATTEMPTING TO PERFORM MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR ON YOUR OUTBOARD IF YOU ARE NOT FAMILIAR WITH THE CORRECT SERVICE AND SAFETY PROCEDURES COULD CAUSE PERSGNAL INJURY, DEATH OR

PRODUCT FAILURE.

USING A REPLACEMENT PART THAT IS INFERIOR TO THE ORIGINAL PART COULD RESULT IN PER- SONAL INJURY, DEATH OR PRODUCT FAILURE.

• As needed, but at least annually you should replace the spark plugs, fuel filters, and water pump impeller.

• Routinely check all fasteners for tightness.

• Follow the Lubrication Schedule on page 22.

• Check gear housing lube every thirty (30) hours. Replace every one hundred (100) hours of use or six

(6) months.

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