Craftsman C944.514361 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

25cc / 1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle

16 Inch Cutting Path / 0.080 In. Line
GASOLINE WEEDWAOKER ®

Model No.

0944.514361

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

For Occasional Use Only

WARNING:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of this product.

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

530165654 8/17/05

Warranty Statement 2 Storage 11
Safety Rules 2 Troubleshooting Chart 12

Assembly 4

Emissions Statement 13

Operation 5
Maintenance 9 Parts List Center Section

Service & Adjustments 10 Parts and Ordering Back Cover

LIMITED TWO (2_YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® GAS POWERED

WEEDWACKER _ LINE TRIMMER

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, Sears Canada, Inc., will repair or replace

free of charge at Sears option parts which are defective as a result of material or
workmanship.
COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE:

Warranty on Gas Weedwacker will be 90 days from the date of purchase if used for
commercial or rental purposes.This warranty does not cover:

1= Spark plugs, filter, line, spool, starter rope, and blade.

2= Damages to the motor of the unit when operated without the proper fuel

mixture (see manual).
Warranty service is available by returning the Weedwacker to the nearest Sears Ser-
vice Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is in

use in Canada.
This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty and does not exclude or limit

legal rights you may have but shall run concurrently with applicable provincial
legislation. Furthermore, some provinces do NOT allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty will last, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario MSB 2B8

4BIWARNING: When using gar-
dening appliances, basic safety pre-

cautions must always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire and serious

injury. Read and follow all instructions.

This power unit can be dangerous! Op-

erator is responsible for following
instructions and warnings on unit and in

manual. Read entire instruction manual
before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar

with the controls and the proper use of
the unit. Restrict the use of this unit to

persons who have read, understand,
and will follow the instructions and

warnings on the unit and in the manual.
Never allow children to operate this unit.

INSTRUCTION SAFETY INFORMATION
MANUAL ON THE UNIT

A

DANGER: Never use blades or

flailing devices. This unit is designed
for line trimmer use only. Use of any

other accessories or attachments will

increase the risk of injury.

Q©O

A0iWARNING: Trimmer line throws
objects violently. You and others can be

blinded/injured. Wear eye and leg
protection. Keep body parts clear of ro-

tating line.

ye Protection

Keep children, bystanders, and animals

50 feet (15 meters) away. Stop unit im-

mediately if approached.

2

Ifsituationsoccurwhicharenotcov-
eredinthismanual,usecareand
goodjudgment.Ifyouneedassis-

tance,contactyourSearsService

Centre.
OPERATORSAFETY

• Dress properly. Always wear safety

glasses or similar eye protection
when operating, or performing main-

tenance, on your unit (safety
glasses are available). Eye protec-

tion should be marked Z87.

• Always wear face or dust mask if op-

eration is dusty.

• Always wear heavy, long pants, long

sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wear-
ing safety leg guards is recom-

mended.

• Always wear foot protection. Do not

go barefoot or wear sandals. Stay
clear of spinning line.

• Secure hair above shoulder length.

Secure or remove loose clothing or
clothing with loosely hanging ties,

straps, tassels, etc. They can be
caught in moving parts.

• Being fully covered also helps pro-

tect you from debris and pieces of
toxic plants thrown by spinning line.

• Stay Alert. Do not operate this unit

when you are tired, ill, upset or un-
der the influence of alcohol, drugs,
or medication. Watch what you are

doing; use common sense.

• Wear hearing protection.

• Never start or run inside a closed

room or building. Breathing exhaust
fumes can kill.

• Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY

• Disconnect the spark plug before

performing maintenance except car-
buretor adjustments.

• Look for and replace damaged or

loose parts before each use. Look
for and repair fuel leaks before use.

Keep in good working condition.

• Replace trimmer head parts that are

chipped, cracked, broken, or dam-
aged in any other way before using

the unit.

• Maintain unit according to recom-

mended procedures. Keep cutting
line at proper length.

• Use only 0.080 inch (2 mm) diame-

ter Craftsman@ brand line. Never
use wire, rope, string, etc.

• Install required shield properly before

using the unit. Use only specified
trimmer head; make sure it is properly

installed and securely fastened.

• Make sure unit is assembled cor-
rectly as shown in this manual.

• Make carburetor adjustments with
lower end supported to prevent line

from contacting any object.

• Keep others away when making car-
buretor adjustments.

• Use only recommended Craftsman@
accessories and replacement parts.

• Have all maintenance and service
not explained in this manual per-

formed by a Sears Service Centre.

FUEL SAFETY

• Mix and pour fuel outdoors.

• Keep away from sparks or flames.

• Use a container approved for fuel.

• Do not smoke or allow smoking near
fuel or the unit.

• Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all
fuel spills.

• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters)
away from fueling site before start-

ing engine.

• Stop engine and allow to cool before
removing fuel cap.

• Always store gasoline in a container
approved for flammable liquids.

CUTTING SAFETY

_'WARNING: Inspect the area be-
fore each use. Remove objects

(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.)

which can be thrown by or become
entangled in line. Hard objects can

damage the trimmer head and be
thrown causing serious injury.

• Use only for trimming, scalping, mow-
ing, edging and sweeping. Do not use
for pruning or hedge trimming.

• Keep firm footing and balance. Do
not overreach.

• Keep all parts of your body away
from muffler and spinning line. Keep
engine below waist level. A hot muf-
fler can cause serious burns.

• Cut only from your right to your left.
Cutting on left side of the shield will

throw debris away from the operator.

• Use only in daylight or good artificial
light.

• Use only for jobs explained in this
manual.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

• Allow engine to cool; secure unit be-
fore storing or transporting in vehicle.

• Empty the fuel tank before storing or
transporting the unit. Use up fuel left

in the carburetor by starting the en-
gine and letting it run until it stops.

• Storeunitandfuelinareawhere
fuelvaporscannotreachsparksor

openflamesfromwaterheaters,
electricmotorsorswitches,fur-

naces,etc.

• Storeunitsolinelimiterbladecan-
notaccidentallycauseinjury.The

unitcanbehungbytheshaft.

• Storeunitoutofreachofchildren.

SAFETYNOTICE:Exposuretovibra-
tionsthroughprolongeduseofgaso-
linepoweredhandtoolscouldcause
bloodvesselornervedamageinthe

fingers,hands,andjointsofpeople
pronetocirculationdisordersorab-

normalswellings.Prolongedusein

coldweatherhasbeenlinkedtoblood
vesseldamageinotherwisehealthy

people.Ifsymptomsoccursuchas
numbness,pain,lossofstrength,
changeinskincolorortexture,orloss

offeelinginthefingers,hands,or
joints,discontinuetheuseofthistool

andseekmedicalattention.Ananti-
vibrationsystemdoesnotguarantee

theavoidanceoftheseproblems.

Userswhooperatepowertoolsona

continualandregularbasismustmon-

itorcloselytheirphysicalconditionand

theconditionofthistool.
SPECIALNOTICE:Thisunitis
equippedwithatemperaturelimiting

mufflerandsparkarrestingscreen

whichmeetstherequirementsofCali-

forniaCodes4442and4443.AllU.S.
forestlandandthestatesofCalifornia,

Idaho,Maine,Minnesota,NewJersey,
Oregon,andWashingtonrequireby

lawthatmanyinternalcombustionen-

ginesbeequippedwithasparkarrest-

ingscreen.Ifyouoperateinalocale

wheresuchregulationsexist,youare

legallyresponsibleformaintainingthe

operatingconditionoftheseparts.

Failuretodosoisaviolationofthe
law.Fornormalhomeowneruse,the

mufflerandsparkarrestingscreenwill
notrequireanyservice.After50hours

ofuse,werecommendthatyourmuf-
flerbeservicedorreplacedbyyour

SearsServiceCentre.

CARTONCONTENTS
Checkcartoncontentsagainstthefol-

lowinglist.
ModelC944.514361

• Trimmer

• Shield

• WingNut(screwedontoshield)

• ContainerofOil

Examinepartsfordamage.Donot

usedamagedparts.

NOTE:Ifyouneedassistanceorfind

partsmissingordamaged,contact
yourSearsServiceCentre.

Itisnormalforthefuelfiltertorattlein

theemptyfueltank.

Findingfueloroilresidueonmuffleris

normalduetocarburetoradjustments
andtestingdonebythemanufacturer.

ASSEMBLY

,_WARNING: If received as-
sembled, repeat all steps to ensure

your unit is properly assembled and all
fasteners are secure.

ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE
_I, WARNING: When adjusting the

assist handle, be sure it remains
above the safety label and below the

mark or arrow on the shaft.

1. Loosen wing nut on handle.

2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an
upright position; retighten wing nut.

ATTACHING SHIELD

_&WARNING: The shield must be

properly installed. The shield provides
partial protection from the risk of thrown

objects to the operator and others and

is equipped with a line limiter blade

which cuts excess line to the proper

length. The line limiter blade (on under-

side of shield) is sharp and can cut you.

For proper orientation of shield, see
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER illustration in OP-

ERATIONsection.

1. Remove wing nut from shield.

2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.

3= Pivot shield until bolt passes

through hole in bracket.

4= Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.

Slot

Shield /

___ Bracket

v _- Line Limiter _ ) Wing

PIVOT Blade [_

Nut

KNOW YOUR TRIMMER

READ THIS iNSTRUCTiON MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of
the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Assist Handle

Shaft Mark

Shaft or Arrow

Safety Label

Muffler

Trimmer

Head Shield

,/

Line Limiter
Blade

STOP SWITCH
The STOP switch is used to stop the en-

gine. To stop the engine, push and hold
the switch in the STOP position until the
engine stops.

PRIMER BULB

The PRIMER BULB removes air from
the carburetor and fuel lines and fills

them with fuel. This allows you to start
the engine with fewer pulls on the

starter rope. Activate the primer bulb
by pressing it and allowing it to return

to its original form.

Bulb

Starter Handle

CHOKE

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

_WARNING: Be sure to read
the fuel information in the safety rules

before you begin. Ifyou do not
understand the safety rules, do not
attempt to fuel your unit. Contact your

Sears Service Centre.

FUELING ENGINE

A(_WARNING: Remove fuel cap
slowly when refueling.

This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,

gasoline must be mixed with a good
quality synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled
engine oil.

Throttle
Trigger

Choke Lever

Fuel Mix Fill Cap

We recommend Craftsman brand
synthetic oil. Mix gasoline and oil at a

ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by
mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1

gallon (4 litres) of unleaded gasoline.

Included with this trimmer is a 3.2

ounce (95 ml) container of oil. Pour the
entire contents of this container into 1

gallon (4 litres) of gasoline to achieve
the proper fuel mixture. DO NOT USE

automotive oil or marine oil. These oils
will cause engine damage. When

mixing fuel, follow instructions printed on
container. Once oil is added to gasoline,
shake container momentarily to assure

that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always

read and follow the safety rules relating
to fuel before fueling your unit.

5

The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the
engine to aid in cold starting. Activate

the choke by moving the choke lever to
the FULL CHOKE position. After the en-

gine attempts to start, move the choke

lever to the HALF CHOKE position. Once
engine has started, move the choke le-

ver to the RUN position.

IMPORTANT

Experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract mois-

ture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage. To avoid en-
gine problems, empty the fuel system

before storage for 30 days or longer.

Drain the gas tank, start the engine and
let it run until the fuel lines and carbure-

tor are empty. Use fresh fuel next sea-
son. Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or per-

manent damage may occur.
See the STORAGE section for additional

information.

HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT

• To stop the engine, push and hold

the STOP switch in the STOP position
until the engine stops.

• If engine does not stop, move choke

to the FULL CHOKE position.

HOW TO START YOUR UNIT

_WARNING: The trimmer head
will turn while starting the engine.

Avoid any contact with the muffler. A
hot muffler can cause serious burns.

_ _//_ Starting Position

JS:, !

STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of

fuel)

1. Set unit on a flat surface.

2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6

times.

3. Move choke lever to the FULL

CHOKE position.

4. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and

hold through all remaining steps.

Primer

Lever

Starter Handle

5. Pull starter rope handle sharply until
engine sounds as if it is trying to

start, but do not pull rope more than
6 times.

6. As soon as engine sounds as if it is
trying to start, move choke lever to
HALF CHOKE position.

7. Pull starter rope sharply until engine
runs, but no more than 6 pulls.
NOTE: If the engine doesn't start

after 6 pulls (at the HALF CHOKE
position), move the choke lever to
the FULL CHOKE position and

press the primer bulb 6 times.
Squeeze and hold the throttle trig-
ger and pull the starter rope 2

more times. Move the choke lever
to the HALF CHOKE position and

pull the starter rope until the en-
gine runs, but no more than 6
pulls. If the engine still doesn't
start, it is probably flooded. Pro-

ceed to STARTING A FLOODED EN-
GINE.

8. Once the engine starts, allow it to
run 10 seconds, then move the

choke lever to the RUN position. Al-
low the unit to run for 30 more se-

conds at RUN before releasing the
throttle trigger.
NOTE: If engine dies with the

choke lever in the RUN position,
move the choke lever to the HALF

CHOKE position and pull the rope
until engine runs, but no more than
6 pulls.

STARTINGAWARMENGINE

1. MovethechokelevertotheHALF
CHOKEposition.

2. Squeezeandholdthethrottletrig-
ger.Keepthrottletriggerfully

squeezeduntiltheengineruns
smoothly.

3. Pullstarterropesharplyuntilengine

runs, but no more than 6 pulls.

4. Allow engine to run 15 seconds,

then move the choke lever to RUN.

NOTE: If engine has not started, pull

starter rope 5 more pulls. If engine still
does not run, it is probably flooded.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE

Flooded engines can be started by
placing the choke lever in the RUN
position; then, pull the rope to clear

the engine of excess fuel. This could
require pulling the starter handle many
times depending on how badly the

unit is flooded. If the unit still doesn't
start, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING

TABLE or contact your Sears Service
Centre.

OPERATING POSITION

ALWAYS WEAR_ _ Eye protection

Heavy shoes

Cut from your right to your left.

A_,WARNING: Always wear eye
protection. Never lean over the trimmer

head. Rocks or debris can ricochet or
be thrown into eyes and face and

cause blindness or other serious injury.
When operating unit, stand as shown

and check for the following:

• Wear eye protection and heavy

clothing.

• Hold trigger handle with right hand

and assist handle with left hand.

• Keep unit below waist level.

• Cut only from your right to your left to

ensure debris is thrown away from
you. Without bending over, keep line

near and parallel to the ground and
not crowded into material being cut.

Do not run the engine at a higher

speed than necessary. The cutting
line will cut efficiently when the engine

is run at less than full throttle. At lower
speeds, there is less engine noise and

vibration. The cutting line will last
longer and will be less likely to "weld"

onto the spool.
Always release the throttle trigger and

allow the engine to return to idle
speed when not cutting.

To stop engine:

• Release the throttle trigger.

• Push and hold the STOP switch in the
STOP position until the engine stops.

TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE
The trimmer line will advance approxi-

mately 2 inches (5 cm) each time the
bottom of the trimmer head is tapped

on the ground with the engine running
at full throttle.

The most efficient line length is the

maximum length allowed by the line
limiter.

Always keep the shield in place when
the tool is being operated.

To advance line:

• Operate the engine at full throttle.

• Hold the trimmer head parallel to
and above the grassy area.

• Tap the bottom of the trimmer head
lightly on the ground one time. Ap-

proximately 2 inches (5 cm) of line
will be advanced with each tap.

Always tap the trimmer head on a
grassy area. Tapping on surfaces such

as concrete or asphalt can cause ex-
cessive wear to the trimmer head.

If the line is worn down to 2 inches (5

cm) or less, more than one tap will be

required to obtain the most efficient
line length.

,_,WARNING: Use only 0.080 inch

(2 mm) diameter line. Other sizes of line

will not advance properly and will result

in improper cutting head function or can

cause serious injury. Do not use other

materials such as wire, string, rope, etc.

Wire can break off during cutting and

become a.dangerous missile that can

cause serious Injury,

CUTTING METHODS

,_WARNING: Use minimum

speed and do not crowd the line when
cutting around hard objects (rock,

gravel, fence posts, etc.), which can
damage the trimmer head, become

entangled in the line, or be thrown
causing a serious hazard.

7

• Thetipofthelinedoesthecutting.
Youwillachievethebestperform-

anceandminimumlinewearbynot
crowdingthelineintothecutting

area.Therightandwrongwaysare

shownbelow.

TipoftheLine ILineCrowdedinto
DoesTheCuttingWorkArea

Right " "<_1 Wrong

• The line will easily remove grass
and weeds from around walls,
fences, trees and flower beds, but it
also can cut the tender bark of trees

or shrubs and scar fences. To help
avoid damage especially to delicate

vegetation or trees with tender bark,
shorten line to 4-5 inches (10-13

cm) and use at less than full throttle.

• For trimming or scalping, use less
than full throttle to increase line life

and decrease head wear, especially:

• During light duty cutting.

• Near objects around which the line

can wrap such as small posts,

trees or fence wire.

• For mowing or sweeping, use full
throttle for a good clean job.

TRIMMING - Hold the bottom of the
trimmer head about 3 inches (8 cm)

above the ground and at an angle. Al-
low only the tip of the line to make

contact. Do not force trimmer line into
work area.

Trimming . : .

incnes (8 sin) ," _\

above ground ,_ = _'

SCALPING - The scalping technique

removes unwanted vegetation down
to the ground. Hold the bottom of the
trimmer head about 3 inches (8 cm)

above the ground and at an angle. Al-

low the tip of the line to strike the
ground around trees, posts, monu-

ments, etc. This technique increases

line wear.

Scalping .....

MOWING - Your trimmer is ideal for

mowing in places conventional lawn

mowers cannot reach. In the mowing

position, keep the line parallel to the
ground. Avoid pressing the head into

the ground as this can scalp the
ground and damage the tool.

Mowing I_

SWEEPING - The fanning action of
the rotating line can be used for a

quick and easy clean up. Keep the

line parallel to and above the surfaces

being swept and move the tool from
side to side.

Swe_.. .....

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

,_ WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug

except for carburetor adjustments.

CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK
Check for loose fasteners and parts

Check for damaged or worn parts
Inspect and clean unit and labels

Clean air filter
Inspect muffler and spark arresting screen
Replace spark plug

before performing maintenance

WHEN TO PERFORM

Before each use
Before each use
After each use

Every 5 hours of operation

Every 50 hours of operation

Yearly

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this unit does not
cover items that have been subjected

to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty,
the operator must maintain unit as

instructed in this manual. Various ad-
justments will need to be made peri-

odically to properly maintain your unit.
CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

• Spark Plug Boot

• Air Filter

• Housing Screws

• Assist Handle Screws

• Debris Shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR

WORN PARTS

Contact your Sears Service Centre for
replacement of damaged or worn
parts.

• STOP Switch - Ensure STOP switch
functions properly by pushing and

holding the switch in the STOP posi-
tion. Make sure engine stops. Re-

start engine and continue.

• Fuel Tank - Discontinue use of unit
if fuel tank shows signs of damage

or leaks.

• Debris Shield - Discontinue use of
unit if debris shield is damaged.

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND

LABELS

• After each use, inspect complete
unit for loose or damaged parts.
Clean the unit and labels using a

damp cloth with a mild detergent.

• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.

CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine per-

formance and increases fuel con-
sumption and harmful emissions. Al-

ways clean after every 5 hours of
operation.

1. Clean the cover and the area
around it to keep dirt from falling into

the carburetor chamber when the
cover is removed.

2. Open air filter cover by pushing
button (see illustration). Remove

air filter.

NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard

or producing harmful evaporative
emissions, do not clean filter in gaso-

line or other flammable solvent.

3. Wash the filter in soap and water.

4. Allow filter to dry.

5. Replace air filter and close cover.

Button

Air Filter

Air Filter Cover

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Replace the spark plug each year to

ensure the engine starts easier and

runs better. Set spark plug gap at

0.025 inch (0.6 mm). Ignition timing is

fixed and nonadjustable.

1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.

2. Remove spark plug from cylinder
and discard.

3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y
spark plug and tighten securely with

a 3/4 inch (19 mm) socket wrench.

4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.

LINEREPLACEMENT

1. Removespoolbyfirmlypullingon
tapbutton.

2. Cleanentiresurfaceofhuband
spool.

3. Replacewithapre-woundspool,or
cuttwolengthsof12-1/2feet(3.8
meters)of0.080"(2mm)diameter

Craftsman_brandline.

_I_WARNING: Never use wire,
rope, string, etc., which can break off

and become a dangerous missile.

4. Insert ends of the lines about 1/2
inch (1 cm) into the small holes on

the inside of spool.

oes

Line exit holes

\

Line in Notch

Line in Notch

Hub

5. Wind the line evenly and tightly
onto the spool. Wind in the direc-

tion of the arrows found on the

spool.

6. Push the lines into the notches,
leaving 3 to 5 inches (7 - 12 cm)

unwound.

7. Insert the lines into the the exit
holes in the hub as shown in the

illustration.

8. Align the notches with the line exit
holes.

9. Push spool into hub until it snaps
into place.

10. Pull the lines extending outside of
the hub to release the lines from

the notches.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
_,WARNING: Keep others away

when making idle speed adjustments.
The trimmer head will be spinning dur-

ing this procedure. Wear your protec-

tive equipment and observe all safety

precautions.
The carburetor has been carefully set
at the factory. Adjustments may be

necessary if you notice any of the fol-

lowing conditions:

• Engine will not idle when the throttle is

released.

Make adjustments with the unit sup-

ported so the cutting attachment is off
the ground and will not make contact

with any object. Hold the unit by hand
while running and making adjustments.

Keep all parts of your body away from
the cutting attachment and muffler.

Idle Speed Adjustment

Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until
engine runs without stalling (idle

speed too slow).

• Turn idle speed screw clockwise to
increase engine speed if engine

stalls or dies.

• Turn idle speed screw counterclock-
wise to decrease engine speed.

idle Speed Screw

Air Filter Cover

If you require further assistance or are
unsure about performing this proce-

dure, contact your Sears Service
Centre.

lO

all.WARNING: Perform the follow-
ing steps after each use:

• Allow engine to cool, and secure the
unit before storing or transporting.

• Store unit and fuel in a well venti-
lated area where fuel vapors cannot

reach sparks or open flames from
water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.

• Store unit with all guards in place.
Position unit so that any sharp ob-

ject cannot accidentally cause injury.

• Store unit and fuel well out of the
reach of children.

SEASONAL STORAGE

Prepare unit for storage at end of sea-
son or if it will not be used for 30 days
or more.

If your unit is to be stored for a period
of time:

• Clean the entire unit before lengthy

storage.

• Store in a clean dry area.

• Lightly oil external metal surfaces.

FUEL SYSTEM

Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TION section of this manual, see mes-
sage labeled IMPORTANT regarding
the use of gasohol in your engine.

Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alter-
native in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel
tank or fuel storage container. Follow

the mix instructions found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 5 min-

utes after adding stabilizer.

Craftsman 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) is already blended with fuel

stabilizer. If you do not use this Sears
oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer to
your fuel tank.

INTERNAL ENGINE

• Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea-
spoon of 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air

cooled) through the spark plug
opening. Slowly pull the starter rope

8 to 10 times to distribute oil.

• Replace spark plug with new one of
recommended type and heat range.

• Clean air filter.

• Check entire unit for loose screws,
nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam-

aged, broken, or worn parts.

• At the beginning of the next season,
use only fresh fuel having the proper
gasoline to oil ratio.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one sea-
son to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if it starts
to rust.

11

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

_,WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before perform-

ing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require

TROUBLE

Engine will not
start.

Engine will
not idle

properly.

operation of the unit.

CAUSE

1. Engh_eflooded.

Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power.

or dies under
a load.

Engine
smokes

excessively.

Engine runs
hot.

2. Fuel tank empty.

3. Spark plug not firing.

4. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.

5. Carburetor requires
adjustment,

1. Carburetor requires
adjustment,

2. Crankshaft seals worn.

3. Compression low.

1. Air filter dirty.

2. Spark plug fouled.

3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.

4. Carbon build-up on
muffler outlet screen.

5. Compression low.

1. Fuel mixture incorrect.

2. Air filter dirty.

3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.

1. Fuel mixture incorrect.

2. Spark plug incorrect.

3. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

4. Carbon build-up on

muffler outtet screen.

REMEDY

1. See "Starting a Flooded Engine" in
Operation Section.

2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.

3. Install new spark plug.

4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;

repair or replace.

5. Contact Sears Service (see back
cover).

1. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in
Service and Adjustments Section.

2. Contact Sears Service (see back

cover).

3. Contact Sears Service (see back

cover).

1. Clean or replace air filter.

2. Clean or replace plug
and regap.

3. Contact Sears Service (see back
cover).

4. Contact Sears Service (see back
cover).

5. Contact Sears Service (see back
cover).

1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.

2. Clean or reptace air filter.

3. Contact Sears Service (see back

cover).

1. See "Fueling Engine" in Operation
section.

2. Replace with correct spark plug.

3. Contact Sears Service (see back
cover).

4. Contact Sears Service (see back

cover).

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YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND
OBLIGATIONS: The U. S. Environ-

mental Protection Agency/Environ-
ment Canada and Sears Canada,

Inc., are pleased to explain the emis-

sions control system warranty on your
year 2005 and later small off-road

engine. Sears Canada must 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, or improper mainte-
nance of your small off-road engine.

Your emission control system includes
parts such as the carburetor and the

ignition system. Where a warrantable
condition exists, Sears Canada will re-

pair your small off-road engine at no
cost to you. Expenses covered under

warranty include diagnosis, parts and
labor. MANUFACTURER'S WARRAN-

TY COVERAGE: If any emissions re-
lated part on your engine (as listed un-
der Emissions Control Warranty Parts

List) is defective or a defect in the mate-

rials or workmanship of the engine
causes the failure of such an emission

related part, the part will be repaired or
replaced by Sears Canada. OWNER'S

WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: As
the small off-road engine owner, you

are responsible for the performance of
the required maintenance listed in your

instruction manual. Sears Canada rec-
ommends that you retain all receipts

covering maintenance on your small
off-road engine, but Sears Canada

cannot deny warranty solely for the lack
of receipts or for your failure to ensure

the performance of all scheduled main-
tenance. As the small off-road engine

owner, you should be aware that Sears
Canada may deny you warranty cover-
age if your small off-road engine or a

part of it has failed due to abuse, ne-
glect, improper maintenance, unap-

proved modifications, or the use of parts
not made or approved by the original

equipment manufacturer. You are re-
sponsible for presenting your small off-

road engine to a Sears Canada autho-
rized repair centre as soon as a
problem exists. Warranty repairs should

be completed in a reasonable amount
of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you
have any questions regarding your war-

ranty rights and responsibilities, you

should contact your nearest authorized
service centre or call Sears Canada at

1-800-469-4663. WARRANTY COM-
MENCEMENT DATE: The warranty pe-

riod begins on the date the small off-
road engine is purchased. LENGTH

OF COVERAGE: This warranty shall be
for a period of two years from the initial

date of purchase. WHAT IS COV-

ERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT

OF PARTS. Repair or replacement of
any warranted part will be performed at

no charge to the owner at an approved
Sears Canada servicing centre. If you

have any questions regarding your war-
ranty rights and responsibilities, you

should contact your nearest authorized
service centre or call Sears Canada at

1-800-469-4663. WARRANTY PE-
RIOD: Any warranted part which is not

scheduled for replacement as required

maintenance, or which is scheduled

only for regular inspection to the effect
of "repair or replace as necessary" shall

be warranted for 2 years. Any war-
ranted part which is scheduled for re-

placement as required maintenance

shall be warranted for the period of time

up to the first scheduled replacement

point for that part. DIAGNOSIS: The
owner shall not be charged for diagnos-
tic labor which leads to the determina-

tion that a warranted part is defective if
the diagnostic work is performed at an

approved Sears Canada servicing
centre. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES:

Sears Canada may be liable for dam-
ages to other engine components

caused by the failure of a warranted

part still under warranty. WHAT IS NOT
COVERED: All failures caused by

abuse, neglect, or improper mainte-

nance are not covered. ADD-ON OR

MODIFIED PARTS: The use of add-on
or modified parts can be grounds for

disallowing a warranty claim. Sears

Canada is not liable to cover failures of
warranted parts caused by the use of

add-on or modified parts. HOW TO

FILE A CLAIM: If you have any ques-
tions regarding your warranty rights and

responsibilities, you should contact your

nearest authorized service centre or call
Sears Canada at 1-800-469-4663.

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WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SER-
VICE: Warranty services or repairs shall

be provided at all Sears Canada service
centres. Call 1-800-469-4663. MAIN-

TENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND RE-

PAIR OF EMISSION RELATED
PARTS: Any Sears Canada approved

replacement part used in the perfor-
mance of any warranty maintenance or

repair on emission related parts will be

provided without charge to the owner if
the part is under warranty.

EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY

PARTS LIST: Carburetor, Ignition Sys-
tem: Spark Plug (covered up to mainte-

nance schedule), Ignition Module.

MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The
owner is responsible for the perfor-

mance of all required maintenance as
defined in the instruction manual.

The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified,

Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA.

This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:
[] Moderate (50 hours)

[] Intermediate (125 hours)
[] Extended (300 hours)

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