Craftsman 143.014502 User manual

operator's
manual
MODEL NO. 143.014502
SOLID STATE IGNITION
CAUTION:
Read RULES for
Safe OPERATION
and INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully
ENGIN
•Operating
•Maintenance
•Repair Parts
Printed in U.S.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
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MODEL AND
D.D.M. DECAL
RECOIL STARTER
STARTER\
HANDLE
OIL FILL PLUG AND
DIPSTICK
SPARK PLUG WIRE \lINE
CONTROL
LEVER
COOLING FINS SPARK PLUG ,MUFFLER
CARBUERTOR
OIL DRAIN PLUG
BOTrOM OF ENGINE
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 ATTEMPTING TO OPERATING.
THESE SYMBOLS MAY APPEAR ON THE ENGINE:
,-=.,, O
FAST SLOW STOP
I11 I,'-L
OFFI" FULL
CHOKE PRIMER
NOTE: Engines which are certified tocomply with California and U.S.
EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment), are
certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and include the
following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), and
Three-way Catalyst (TWC) (if so equipped).
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 32oF;O°C) USE SAE 30 OIL.
Using multigrade oil will increase oil consumption.
FOR WINTER (BELOW 32°F;0°C) USE SAE 5W30 OIL. (SAE 10W is
an acceptable substitute.)
DO NOT USE 10W40 OIL.
OIL BUMP CAPACITY: 21 ounces (1-1/4 U.S. pints)
.62 liter
(_)A FRESH, CLEAN, UNLEADED REGULAR, UNLEADED
PREMIUM, OR REFORMULATED AUTOMOTIVE GASOLINE
ONLY. DO NOT USE LEADED GASOLINE.
NOTE: DO NOT USE GASOLINE CONTAINING METHANOL (WOOD
ALCOHOL). Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol or grain alcohol
('Gasohol"), 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 and fuel and store in approved, clean covered
containers. Use clean fill funnels.
Never use 'stale" gasoline left over from last season or stored for long
periods. Page !
IMPORTANT
KEEP THIS MANUAL HANDY AT ALL TIMES FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE. READ IT CAREFULLY AND FAMILIARIZE
YOURSELF WITH THE OPERATING, MAINTENANCE AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. THIS MANUAL ALSO CONTAINS A
COMPLETE PARTS LISTING.
BEFORE STARTING
1_ READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THE EQUIPMENT ON
,_WHICH THIS ENGINE IS USED.
THIS ENGINE IS EQUIPPED WITH A FEDERALLY MANDATED
MECHANISM 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 EVENTTHE 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.
_/_ISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG AND
1-rACH IT TO RETAINING POST (see Figure 6 on Page 3).
(_) INSTALL ENGINE BRAKE CABLE AND STARTER ROPE:
BRAKE CABLE (see Figure 2):
Attach engine brake cable to brake mechanism as shown.
STARTER ROPE:
A. Depress mower control bar (see Figure 3) against mower
handle and hold it in this position.
B. Pullat least 2 feet of starter rope out of starter and tie aslip
knot at starter to prevent starter rope from rewinding back into
starter.
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BEFORE STARTING (Continued)
C. Slide rope stop (see Figure 2) onto starter rope and feed
starter rope through rope guide on mower handle (see
Figure 4).
D. Feed starter rope through starter handle (see Figure 5) and
tie a left hand knot, leaving 1/2 inch to 1inch of starter rope
extending beyond left hand knot. DO NOT PULL LEFT HAND
KNOT INTO STARTER HANDLE YET.
E. With starter handle resting on rope guide (see Figure 4),
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.
F. Untie slip knot at starter.
G. Pull left hand knot into starter handle.
H. 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.
I
_, THE ALUMINUM COMPONENTS OF YOUR NEW ENGINE HAVE
BEENTREATED WITHA PRESERVATIVE INTENDED TO MAINTAIN
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 CONSIDERED 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 FILLABOVE "FULL" MAR KON DIPSTICK.
F. Replace oil fill plug and tighten securely. See
"MAINTENANCE" section for any future oil level and oil
change instructions (see Page 3).
ROPE STOP 2 TO 3STARTER
INCHES
STARTER
ROPE
Figure 2 Page 2
BEFORE STARTING (Continued)
(_) FILL FUEL TAN K with gasoline as specified in the preceding
"OIL & FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS," item 2.
NEVER MIX OIL WITH GASOLINE
Never use "stale" gasoline left over from last season or storedfor
long periods.
,_ NEVER FILL FUEL TANK INDOORS. NEVER FILL FUEL TANK
WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING OR HOT. DO NOT SMOKE WHEN
!FILLING FUELTANK.
p
_1_ 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 ENGINEAND EQUIPMENT BEFORE STARTING ENGINE.
,_ANY LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM (LPG)OR NATURAL GAS FUEL
SYSTEM MUST BE LEAKPROOF AND MEETALL APPLICABLE
LCODES AND REGULATIONS.
(_ CHECK THE FOLLOWING:
_LA. BE SURE EQUIPMENT IS IN NEUTRAL GEAR WITH I
CLUTCHES, BELTS, CHAINS AND SAFETY SWITCHES I
DISENGAGED. (FOLLOW EQUIPMENT MANU-/
FACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.) THIS SHOULD PLACE
ANY SAFETY SW TCHES NSAFE START NG POSIT ON.
B. Be sure spark plug wire isattached to spark plug (see Figure
1).
MOWER _ \
CONTROL BAR
MOWER_
HANDLE '_"_
Figure 3
HANDLE ROPE GUIDE
STARTER ROPE
NO SLACK
PERMISSIBLE
MOWER /
HANDLE
Figure 4
STARTER
HANDLE
LEFT HAND
KNOT
I
1/2 TO 1 INCH
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STARTING
,_NEVER RUN ENGINE INDOORS OR IN ENCLOSED, POORLY
VENTILATED AREAS. ENGINE EXHAUST CONTAINS
CARBON MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS AND DEADLY GAS
(CARBON MONOXIDE IS ALSO PRESENT IN ENGINE
EXHAUST FROM LIQUID PETROLEUM (LPG) AND NATU RAL
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.
I
(_) Move engine control (see Figure 1) to HI Position.
(_) START ENGINE:
A. The carburetor on your engine hasbeen completely adjusted
at the factory. When starting a cold engine, push red primer
bulb firmly with your thumb 3 times, allowing primer bulb
to return completely to original position between pushes.
Repeat the above for each starter operation as necessary.
NOTE: DO NOT USE PRIMER TO RESTART A WARM
ENGINE AFTER A SHORT SHUTDOWN.
B. Operate mower control to release engine brake.
C. Grasp starter handle (see Figure 4) and pull rope out, slowly,
untilitpulls slightlyharder. 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 4).
•D. Repeat instructions Band C ifnecessary, untilengine starts.
NOTE: If engine does not start, repeat instructions A, B, C
and D until it starts,
ENGINE SPEED: Engine speed is controlled by the engine control
(see Figure 1). Engine control should be in HI position for high grass
conditions and for most efficient bagging in heavy grass conditions,
and in LOW position for light grass, trimming and for fuel economy.
STOPPING
(_See mower manufacturer's instructions.
(_ AFTER ENGINE IS STOPPED:
,_A. DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG
AND ATTACH IT TO RETAINING POST (see Figure 6).
,_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 APPLIANCE.
PLUG
SPARK PLUG
RETAINING POST WIRE
MAINTENANCE
,_ WARNING TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARBY 1AREAS MAY EXCEED 150°F (65°C). AVOID THESE AREAS.
t
(i)CHECK OIL LEVEL:
Checkoilleveleveryfive(5)operatinghoursoreachtimeengine
isused.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 dirty conditions. Change oil while engine is still warm
from recent runnin_a.
_. DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG
, AND ATTACH IT TO RETA N NG POST (see F gure 6).
B. Hosit_onequipment 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
RECOMMENDATIONS" 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 Figure7): ]
NEVER RUN ENGINE WITHOUT COMPLETE AIR CLEANER
INSTALLED ON ENGINE.
Replace filter once ayear or more often ifused in extremely dusty
or dirty conditions.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN OR OIL FILTER.
Replacement filtersare 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 left (counterclockwise) and remove it and
filter from flange. Discard filter.
B. Clean cover and flange thoroughly•
C. Insert new filter into cover.
D. Position cover and filter against flange with tab on cover
inserted into lower left corner of slot in flange.
E. Push cover firmly against flange and turn it to the right
(clockwise) as far as it will go. Be sure retainers are locked
around flange.
FLANGE
FILTER _f
RETAINER
COVER
SLOT
TURN COVER TO THE RIGHT
(CLOCKWISE) TO TIGHTEN
TURN COVER TO
THELEFT(COUN-
TERCLOCKWISE)TO
REMOVE
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MAINTENANCE (Continued)
(_ SPARK PLUG (see Figure8):
This sparkignition system meets all requirements ofthe Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. This engine
complies with all current Australian and New Zealand limitations
regarding electromagnetic interference. Check spark plug yearly
or every 100 operating hours.
A.
B.
C.
D,
E.
Clean area around spark plug.
Remove and inspect spark plug.
Replace spark plug if electrodes are pitted, burned or
porcelain is cracked. For replacement use Champion
RJ19LM.
NOTE: Aresistor spark plug must be used for replacement.
Check electrodes gap with wire feeler gauge and set gap at
.030 if necessary.
Install spark plug, tighten securely.
ELECTRODES\
PORCELAIN
.030 GAP
Figure 8
(_) COOLING SYSTEM:
IMPORTANT: Frequently remove any grass clippings, dirt and
debris from coolingfins, air intake screen and levers and linkage
(see Figure 1). This will help ensure adequate cooling and
correct engine speed.
(_) CHECK ENGINE AND EQUIPMENT OFTEN FOR LOOSE NUTS,
,_BOLTS AND ATTACHMENTS, AND KEEP THESE ITEMS
TIGHTENED.
I
ADJUSTMENTS
DO NOT MAKE UNNECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS. FACTORY
SETTINGS ARE SATISFACTORY FOR MOST APPLICATIONS AN D
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, 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 I
FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. I
I
OVERSPEEDING ENGINE ABOVE FACTORY HIGH SPEED
SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS.
JCHANG NG OF ENGINE-GOVERNED SPEED WILL VOID
lENGINE WARRANTY" I
STORAGE
,_ NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN TANK INDOORS 0RIN_
ENCLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREAS, WHERE FUEL I
FUMES MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME, SPARK OR PILOT I
LIGHT AS ON A FURNACE, WATER HEATER, CLOTHES I
DRYER OR OTHER GAS APPLIANCE.
IF ENGINE IS TO BE UNUSED FOR 30 DAYS OR MORE,
PREPARE AS FOLLOWS:
(_ DRAIN FUEL SYSTEM:
A. Remove allgasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent
gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing
possible malfunction of engine.
,_ DRAIN FUEL INTO APPROVED CONTAINER OUTDOORS,
AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME. BE SURE ENGINE ISCOOL.
IDO NOT SMOKE.
a. Run engine untilfuel 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:
Changeoilifithasnotbeenchangedinthelastthree(3)months.
See "CHANGEOIL" instructionsin"MAINTENANCE"section on
Page 3,
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.
I
_k. AVOID SPRAY FROM SPARK PLUG HOLE WHEN
CRANKING ENGINE OVER SLOWLY.
D. Replace spark plug.
(_) CLEAN ENGINE:
RemoveanycJippings,dirt, or chafffromexteriorofengine.
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 avoid
breakdowns or delay.., do itat 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 FAILS TO START OR STARTS WITH DIFFICULTY
CAUSE REMEDY
:Controls not in start position.
Spark plug wiredisconnected from sparkplug.
Spark plug fouled.
Spark plug porcelain cracked.
Insufficient fuel,
Water or dirt in fuel.
Improper carburetor adjustment
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.
ENGINE LACKS POWER
CAUSE
Dirty air cleaner.
Improper carburetor adjustment.
Lack of lubricaiton.
REMEDY
Replace or clean air cleaner per "AIR CLEANER"
instructions in "MAINTENANCE" section in this manual,
Adjust carburetor (if applicable). See "ADJUSTMENTS"
section in this manual.
Fill oil sump to proper level, See "BEFORE STARTING"
instructions section in this manual.
ENGINE MISSES UNDER LOAD
CAUSE
Spark plug fouled.
Spark plug porcelain cracked.
Improper spark plug gap.
Improper carburetor adjustment
REMEDY
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 "MAINTENANCE" section in this manual.
Adjust carburetor (if applicable). See "ADJUSTMENTS"
section in this manual,
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SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.
Federal and California Emission Control Systems Limited Warranty
Small Off-Road Engines
CALIFORNIA & US EPA EMISSION CONTROL
WARRANTYSTATEMENT
The U, S Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA"), the California Air
Resources Board ("CARB") and Sears, Roebuck and Co are pleased to explain
the Federal 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 anti-smog
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 US EPA
regulations for small non-road 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 improper maintenance of your small off-road engine.
Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor, ignition
system and exhaust system AIso included may be the compression 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
WARRANTY COVERAGE
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 eng4ne is defective in
materials or workmanship, the part will be repaired or replaced by Sears,
Roebuck and Co.
OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES
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 lack of receipts o o you a u e o
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,
IMPORTANTNOTE
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 rs any conflict in terms between the ECS
Warranty and the Sears, Roebuck and Co, Warranty, 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 can 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 sale 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
Emission Control System Warranty ("ECS Warranty") for !995 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 mode! year
California small off-road engines (for other states, 1997 and later model 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
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 b the Air Resources Board pursuant to i s au he y
_nChap ers and 2, _art 5, Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code,
2 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 identical 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:
2.
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
Any warranted, emissions-related 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", shall 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 replacement 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 emiss=ons-
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 labor which leads to the
determination that apart 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
g. Unapproved add-on or modified parts may not be used to modify 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-RELATED PARTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
1. Carburetor Assembly and its Internal Components
a) Fuel filter
b) Carburetor gaskets
c) Intake ptpe
2. Air Cleaner Assembly
a) Air filter element
3. Ignition System, including:
a) Spark plug
b) Ignition module
c) Flywhee! 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
10/22_9 EPA/CARB
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL:143.014502
O-- 370K
400 135
130
120
416
182185
?
178
900
_261
126
119
125
370R370C
I
12--
101
3O
7
46
298
,300
195
241
<. 245
/_ 250
238
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL:143.014502
Ref.
No.
1
2
6
7
12
12A
12B
14
15
16
17
18
19
2O
3O
4O
4O
4O
41
41
41
42
42
42
43
45
46
48
50
52
69
70
72
75
80
81
82
83
86
89
9O
92
93
100
101
103
104
110
119
120
125
126
130
135
150
151
151A
Part
No.
37280
26727
33734
36557
36775
36558
36694
28277
30589
34839A
31335
651018
36281
32600
36793
35544A
35545A
35546
35541
35542
35543
35547A
35548A
35549
20381
36777
32610A
27241
37575
29914
*37130
34311E
36083
27897
30574A
30590A
30591
30588A
650488
611004
611112
650815
650816
34443C
610118
651007
37480
37047
*37028
36825
37288
37289
6021A
37598
31672
31673
40017
Ref. Part
Pad Name No. No.
Cylinder (Incl. 2,20 & 150) 169
Dowel Pin 172
Breather Element 174
Breather Ass'y. (Incl. 6 & 12A) 178
Breather Tube 182
Breather Cover & Tube (Incl. 12B) 184
Breather Tube Elbow 185
Washer 186
Governor Rod (Incl. 14) 189
Governor Lever 191
Governor Lever Clamp 195
Screw, Torx T-15, 8-32 x 19/64" 207
Extension Spring 216
Oil Seal 223
Crankshaft 224
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Std.) 236
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.010" OS) 239
Piston, Pin & Ring Set (.020" GS) 241
Piston & Pin Ass'y. (Std.) (Incl, 43) 245
Piston & Pin Ass'y. (.010" OS) (Incl. 250
43) 260
Piston & Pin Ass'y. (.020" OS) (Incl. 261
43) 262
Ring Set (Std.) 275
Ring Set (.010" OS) 277
Ring Set (.020 OS) 285
Piston Pin Retaining Ring 287
Connecting Rod Ass'y. (Incl. 46) 290
Connecting Rod Bolt 292
Valve Lifter 298
Camshaft (NCR) 300
Oil Pump Ass'y. 301
Mounting Flange Gasket 305
Mounting Flange (Incl. 72 thru 83, 306
306) 307
Oil Drain Plug 309
Oil Seal 310
Governor Shaft 313
Washer 370A
Governor Gear Ass'y. (Incl. 81) 370C
Governor Spoof 370K
Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 370R
Flywheel Key 380
Flywheel 390
Belleville Washer
Flywheel Nut
Solid State Ignition 400
Spark Plug Cover 416
Screw, Torx T-15, 10-24 x 15/16"
Cam Bushing 417
Ground Wire 900
Cylinder Head Gasket
Cylinder Head 900
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
*36783
36784
30200
29752
6201
*26756
36785
32653
650839
36559A
610973
34336
33086
650451
*36786
650932
*34338
35797
35066
35065
36980
30200
650831
36790A
650988
35000A
650926
29774
26460
28763
36916
36246
35647
*36996
35499
650562
35648
34080
36261
37318
36695
37317
640262
590737
37029A
36085
650821
Part Name
Valve Cover Gasket
Valve Cover
Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"
Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28
Screw, 1/4-28 x 7/8"
Carburetor To Intake Pipe Gasket
Intake Pipe
Governor Link
Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/8"
S.E. Brake Bracket (Incl. 195)
Terminal
Throttle Link
R.P.M Adjusting Lever
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"
Muffler
Screw, 1/4-20 x 2-5/16"
Starter Cup
Screw, 8-32 x 21/64"
Fuel Line
Fuel Line Clam#
Screw, 10-32 x 35/64"
Fuel Tank (Incl. 292 & 301)
Fuel Cap
Oil Fill Tube
"O"-Ring
"O"-Ring
Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"
Dipstick
Spacer
Lubrication Decal
Primer Decal
Starter Decal
Warning Decal
Carburetor (Incl. 184)
Rewind Starter
(NOTE: This engine could have
been built with 590694 starter).
Gasket Set (Incl. Items Marked *)
! Spark Arrestor Kit (Incl. 417)
(Optional)
Screw, 10-32 x 1/2" (Optional)
Replacement Engine 750830C,
order from 71-999
Replacement Short Block 750806B,
order from 71-999
*Indicates Parts Included in
Gasket Set, Ref. No. 400.
RPM High 2900 to 3200
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CARBURETOR NO. 640262
\20A
Ref. _Ref.
No. No. Part Name
640262
1 631615
2 631767
4 *631184
5 !'631183
6 640070
7 *650506
16 631807
17 651025
18 630766
20 640018
20/ 640200
25 631867
27 *631024
28 632019
29 *631028
30 *631021
31 631022
35 640259
38 640080
36_ 632766
37 *632547
40 640175
44 "27110A
47 *630748
48 *631027
60 632760B
Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts Lie:
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)
SpringClip
Primer Bulb/Retainer Ring
Main Nozzle Tube
Carburetor Tube
"O" Ring, Main Nozzle Tube
High Speed Bowl Nut
Bowl Nut Washer
!Welch Plug, Idle Mixture Well
Welch Plug, Atmospheric Vent
Repair kit (Incl. Items Marked *)
_EWIND STARTER NO. 590737
12
/
13 _ --8
!i 11--7
Ref. Part
No. No. Part Name
3
6
7
8
11
12
13
14
590737
59O74O
59O616
590617
590618A
590687A
590535
590701
590760
Rewind Starter
Retainer
Starter Dog
Dog Spring
Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y
Starter Housing Ass'y (40 degree
grommet)
Starter Rope (Length 98" x 9/64"
clia.)
Starter Handle
Spring Clip
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STARTER NO. 590694
12
/
13
\
=;--7
O 4
Bb 5
11
Ref. PaN
No. No. PaN Name
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
11
12
13
590694
590599A
590600
590696
590601
590697
590698
590699
590700
590695
590535
590701
Recoil Starter
Spring Pin (Incl. 4)
Washer
Retainer
Washer
Brake Spring
Starter Dog
Dog Spring
Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y,
Starter Housing Ass'y. (40 degree
grommet)
Starter Rope ( 98" x 9/64" dia.)
Starter Handle
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SEARS
operator's
manual
MODEL NO. 143.014502
SOLID STATE IGNITION
CAUTION:
Read RULES for
Safe OPERATION
and INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully
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.
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
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