Sears 143.996706 - Manual (Page 5)

MAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE
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COOLING SYSTEM (see Figure 9):
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.
COOLING FINS
AIR INTAKE
SCREEN
Figure 9
LEVERS AND
LINKAGE
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CHECK ENGINE AND EQUIPMENTOFTEN FOR LOOSE NUTS,
BOLTS AND ATTACHMENTS, AND KEEP THESE ITEMS
1GHTENED.
ADJUSTMENTS
DO NOT MAKE UNNECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS. FACTORY
SETTINGS ARE SATISFACTORY FOR MOST APPLICATIONS AND
CONDITIONS. IF ADJUSTMENTS ARE NEEDED, PROCEED AS
FOLLOWS:
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CARBURETOR
If you think your carburetor needs adjusting, see your nearest
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. (OR SEARS CANADA, INC.)
SERVICE CENTER. Engine performance should not be affected
at altitudes up to 7,000 feet. For operation at higher elevations,
contact your nearest SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. (OR SEARS
CANADA, INC.) SERVICE CENTER.
ENGINE SPEED
NEVER TAMPER WITH 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
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NEVER STORE ENGIN E WITH FUELINTANK INDOORS 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.
B.
DRAIN FUEL INTO APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS,
AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME. BE SURE ENGINE IS COOL.
DO NOT SMOKE.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as STA-Bi L) 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.
0 DRAIN CARBURETOR:
Drain carburetor by removing bowl drain screw (see Figure
in), which i.cj Incatfiri helnw carhiiretnr---------------------------------
IF ENGINE IS TO BE UNUSED FOR 30 DAYS OR MORE,
PREPARE AS FOLLOWS:
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DRAIN FUEL SYSTEM:
A. Remove all gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent
gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing
possible malfunction of engine.
Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine stops due to
lack of fuel.
NOTE:
If 'Gasohol' has been used, complete above
instructions and №en put 1/2 pint of gasoline into fuel tank
and repeat above instructions.
DRAIN FUEL INTO APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS,
AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME. BE SURE ENGINE IS COOL.
DO NOT SMOKE.
Change oil if it has not been changed in the last three (3) months.
See “CHANGE OIL” instructions in “MAINTENANCE" section on
Page 3.
0 OIL CYLINDER BORE:
A. Remove spark plug and pour one (1) ounce (30 mi) of engine
oil into spark plug hole.
B. Cover spark plug hole with a rag.
C. Crank engine over, slowly, several times.________________
AVOID SPRAY FROM SPARK PLUG HOLE WHEN
CRANKING ENGINE OVER SLOWLY.
D. Replace spark plug.
CLEAN ENGINE:
Remove any clippings, dirt, or chaff from exterior of engine.
© BATTERY (if so equipped):
See equipment manufacturer’s instructions for proper storage of
battery.
GENERAL
Just as 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 avod
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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