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MAINTENANCE (Continued)
(_) COOLING SYSTEM (see Figure9):
IMPORTANT: Frequently remove any gross 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.
COOLING FINS
AIR INTAKE
SCREEN
LEVERS AND
LINKAGE
Figure 9
(_ CHECKENGINEANDEQUIPMENTOFTENFORLOOSENUTS, I
_kBOLTS AND ATTACHMENTS, AND KEEP THESE n"EMS
'_IGHTENED.
ADJUSTMENTS
DO NOT MAKE UNNECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS. FACTORY
S ETTINGS ARE SATISFACTORY FOR MOST APPLICATIONS AND
CONDITIONS. IF ADJUSTMENTS ARE NEEDED, PROCEED AS
FOLLOWS:
(_CARBURETOR
If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, sea your nearest
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. (OR SEARS CANADA, INC.)
SERVICE CENTER. Engine performance should not be affected
at altitudes up to 7,000 feet. For operation at higher elevations,
contact your nearest SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. (OR SEARS
CANADA, INC.) SERVICE CENTER.
(_ ENGINE SPEED
_INEVER TAMPER WlTM ENGINE GOVERNOR WHICH IS
ACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED.
OVERSPEEDING ENGINE ABOVE FACTORY HIGH SPEED
SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS.
CHANGING OF ENGINE-GOVERNED SPEED WILL VOID
ENGINE WARRANTY.
STORAGE
INDOORS
SEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN TANK OR IN
NCLOSED, 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 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 toprevent
gum deposits from forming on these pads and causing
possible malfunction of engine.
DRAIN FUEL INTO APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS,
AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME. BE SURE ENGINE IS COOL
DO NOT SMOKE.
B. Run engine untilfuel tank is empty and engine stops due to
lack of fuel.
NOTE: If "Gosohol" has been used, complete above
instructions and then put 1/2 pint of gasoline into fuel tank
and repeat above instructions.
MAINTENANCE (Continued)
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as STA-BIL) isan 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 ratiofound onstabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow it to reach carburetor.
(_) DRAIN CARBURETOR:
Drain carburetor by removing bowl drain screw (sea Figure
1N'l whiP.hi_ Inr.,_t_d h_lnw r_rhHrAtnr
_k DRAIN FUEL INTO APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS,
AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME. BE SURE ENGINE IS COOL.
I DO NOT SMOKE.
BOWL DRAIN
,SCREW
CARBURETOR CARSU RETOR-_-
Figure10
_)CHANGE OIL:
Change oilifit has not been changed inthe last three (3) months.
See "CHANGE OIL" instructions in =MAINTENANCE" section on
Page3.
(_OIL CYLINDER BORE:
A. Removesparkplugandpourone(1)ounce(30ml)ofengine
oilinto sparkplughole.
B. Cover sparkplughole witha rag.
C. Crank engineover, slowly,severaltimes.
_k AVOID SPRAY FROM SPARK PLUG HOLE WHEN
CRANKING ENGINE OVER SLOWLY.
D. Replace spark plug.
(_) CLEAN ENGINE:
Removeany clippings,dirt,or chafffromextedorof engine.
I
(_ BATTERY (if so equipped):
See equipment manufacturer's instructionsfor proper storage of
battery.
GENERAL
Just as your automobile needs professional mechanical maintenance
fromtime to time, sodoes 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 yeady check-up or tune-up by Sears is a good idea to avoid
breakdowns ordelay.., do itat the end ofthe season, then you're ready
for the next. We even prepare itfor storage for you.
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