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'SPECIFICATIONS ... ....... _: ..:..... :(.._=_..?:.. ............ 1
STEERING HANDLE INSTALLATION ::_::.i_.i. i_:_!::::_. _ 4
!MAINTENANCE ........... ,..!._i...i:..!:i_ i. 4
MUFFLER :INSPECTION .................... _ "__:_i;_;" " 4
:PROLONGED :STORAGE ";:t:" =:;::_!i_ _ ..................... 4
OPERATIONS .. ............. _. .,_: _::_.. ;, ..... -:i.__. ............ 5
_BOAT MOUNTING ...... .................. .:.. 5
il2-CYCLE EI_GINE FUEL MIXTURE ?i::_:fi:;:.:i_. :2:_!:, 6
STARTING ,PROCEDURES .. ..... :..... ....:,,.. .... . 6
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FLOODING_'_ :.., .. ..... _. _,7
CARBuRETOR ADJUSTMENTS ..'. _i_:_ ' 7
PROPELLER SHEAR PIN ............ _.=,.. ................ 7
IGNITION SYSTEM ..... ................................. 8
REMOVING MOTOR FROM BOAT ............... ,:. ........ 8
SALT WATER OPERATIONS .. ............................. 8
TROUBLE S[IOOTING CIIECK LIST .......................... 9
REPLACEMENT PARTS ....................................... 10
ORDERING PROCEDURES ...................... Outside Back Cover
PRODUCT WARRANTY ........................ Outside Back Cover
:: SPECIFICATION .......
Type of Engine: : i, .i_. i..:-' i::i:i:::;:............. Air Cooled 2-Cycle
,o,,0pow0rii :"/" ;/!:!................... ......
Maximum RPM . ..... _..; ;.i'.:t t........... "...... .... : 7500
Weight ........ .., ;.....:.. (6 kg) ........ 13-1/2 Lbs. Approx.
8ore and Stroke i _;.'.._ :.... (30mmx30mm) .... .1-19"x1.19'"
Displacement . ._. "'i::"" " "" " " (22cc) ' ...1.39cu.in.
Fuel Capacity-Engine Tank ... . (0.7 liters) 3/4 qt.
ignition ....... F _/wheel Magneto with Transisterized Electronic Ignitor.
Spark Plug NGK BMR6A or Champion RCJ-8
Spark Plug Gap Setting ....... (0.6 mm) ................. 025"
Bearings (Engine} ...... .. ............................. Ball
Bearings {Gear Hsg.) .... i .: .................. Ball & Oilite Bronze
Starter Recoil
Propeller Dia. and Pitch (150 mm x 72 mm) 5-29/32" x 2-13/16"
Lub. {Gear Hsg.) ................ SAE 90
i!: Fuel Mixture ...50 to ] ratio of regular grade gasoline to 2-cycle outboard
lubricant or its equivalent BIA certified TC-W 2-cycM outboard lubricant.
Steering 130 ° Pivot steerin6 ii'

.......... IMPORTANT
Owner's Responsibility and Operating Safety Check List
BE SURE TO READ.AND DO THE-FOLLOWING BEFORE
OPERATING YOUR.OUTBOARD MOTOR
:SAFETY CHECK LIST " '" :- .............
t. Learn and observe the boating laws of the U.S. Coast, Guard, state, local author-
ities.
2. U.S, Coast Guard regulations require the following:
a. Provide an approved life-vest, type 1,2 or 3, Personal Flotation Device for each
person in boat. (Encourage passengers to wear them.)
b. If the boat exceeds 16 feet, also carry atype 4, throwable Personal Flotation
Device.
3. Do not fill fuet tank wlth motor running or near any flame or lighted smoking
material.
4. When loading boat distribute the toad evenly, keep the load low; don't overload;
don't stand in a small boat. Take weather and water conditions intoaccOunt.
5. Do not permit persons to ride on parts of the boat not designed for such use.
Standing, bow riding and seat back or gunwale riding can be especially dangerous,
"OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY . • ....., ,:/
6. Read owner's manual before running your new outboard motor.
71. Before starting, make sure your motor is securely mounted to boat transom with a
;i' " : safety chain, Tighten clamp stud handles securely by hand, :. . _.
8. Be sure to have pliers, screwdriver, spare spark plugs, wrench, shear pins and cotter
pins in boat whenever leaving shore, _ --
- i; 9, :Be sure to have an adequate supply of_fuel (carry onty in an aPproved'container} on
board. Use agood grade of regular gasoline w th proper mixture, as c ted n the
Specifications. ._._ . ......... ' ': .
tO. Occasionally check to be sure clamp stud handles on transom mounting bracket are
tight.
11. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY, THE ENGINE CAN BE STOPPED BYOEPRES_
SING THE STOP BUTTON (IF SO EQUIPPED) OR PLACING CHOKE KNOB IN
FULL CHOKE POSITION.
t2. Keep an alert lookout, Serious accidents have resulted from failure to use eyes.
t3. Keep firef{ghting and lifesaving equipment in good condition and readily accessible
at all times.
14. Good housekeeping is even more important afloat than ashore. Cleanliness dimin-
ishes the probability of fire and tripping hazards.
TIPS FOR TRAILERING OR AUXILIARY USE
15. When launching or loading boat on a trailer, place your outboard motor in the
=:i!.... i tilted" storage position, Also when trailering your boat and outboard motor, keep
motor, in upright (vertical) position on the boat transom. Outboard
3orted.acrOss rough roads in the "tilt" position couid_cause transom
or mounting brackets to break off, losing your motor. If motor must be
_-traile[ed. in :'tiit'_ p0sition, ashort length of 2 x4 should be placed between the
_t and t!_e motor leg. The motor leg should the n be firm y ted down
to prevent any possible damage, Similar precauti0ns shoul dbe
if using the motor as an auxillary power source for asailboat or power boat.
;°When u sit_g:m0t0r asan aux liary power source, the use of an auxiliary adjustable
-:position motor brac_ket is recommended, "

MAJOR PARTS
Spark Plug
ChokeLever
Eever
._ SteeringHandle
Fue! Shul-offValve
Tilt Pin Adjuslrnent
MolllerPipe.
ExhaustOuttel \ \\
CoUerPin \\
Fill and l]rain Plu_
Propeller_
GearHousingCover
Figure 2.............
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Transom8rackel
.."ClampSled Handles
. DriveShall Pipe
ilalion Plale
. . GearHousing
Figure 3

MAINTENANCE
1. FEATURE INFORMATION
a. This outboard motor has speciaJ design
features as shown in Figure 1.
b. Your selection of our Marine Products wilt
provide you with many hours of enjoyable co
boating, To assure your complete satisfac-
tion on the investment you have just made,
we ask you to read this manual thoroughly
before going afloat. Acquaint yourself with
the particular areas of operation on your
outboard motor as you read the step-by-step
procedures. Keep in mind maximum per-
formance is achieved only when the owner
or operator is completely familiar with the
operating instructions.
c. Periodic servicing win be required. It is
recommended that you consult your Sears
Service Center when service _s necessary,
We witl be happy to extend our facilities
and assure prompt service.
5.
2. STEERING HANDLE INSTALLATION a.
Remove snap pin and washer 5.from 'steering
handle, screw handle mounting: bolt in joint
pipe holder and stop steering handle, Then push
groove, at tip of steering handle against handle
stopper.
Put washer 5 in over handle mounting bolt and
insert snap pin.
3. LUBRICATION _GEAR HOUSING
a. The Gear Housing has been pre-lubricated at
the factory; however, the grease level should
be checked as follows using SAE 90 out-
board motor grease. (See Figure2). -....
{1) Prior to initial operation.
(2) After first four (4) hourSof use.
{3) Recheck after every Jiity (50) hours
running time,
{4} Replace with new lubricant at the end
of your outboard motor season. This
is important, as-it removes any water
from the gear housing and prevents
possible corrosion to internal parts,
b. To Check, Drain 0r Fill gear housing, follow
these steps:
('1:) Position outboard motor upright, b.
(2) Remove drain plug and washer, then
insert nozzle of gear lubricant tube
into here.
(3) Squeeze tube until lubricant is forced
out around tube. co
{4) Replace plug and washer. Be sure plug
.is.tightened securely;
(5) To achieve complete drainage of lubri-
cant, remove cotter pin, propeller and
shear pin from propeller shaft, also,
gear housing cover by unscrewing 2
bolts.
{6| Wilen lubricant has completely drained,
replace parts and refill gear housing
using filling procedure abov e, ..
For best results, lubricate propeller shaft
with lithium grease every 30 to 60 days,
4, MUFFLER INSPECTION
a. Periodically remove muffler cover bv un.
screw,ng screws and inspect for carbon
build-up inside the muffler inlet and outleI,
the exhaust port and the combustion
chamber of the cylinder. Excessive carbon
will prevent drawing the maximum power
out of the engine. ISee Figure 3),
b. Care should be exercised white cleaning
away carbon to prevent scratches to tile
surface of the engine components and drop-
ping carbon insideof crankcase.
PROLONGED STORAGE
To store your outboard motor for pro*
longed storage, prepare outboard as fol-
lows:
(lJ See paragraph on'stopping procedures.
{Ref, I0]
{2) When removing outboard motor from
boat, allow all water to drain from
unit.
(3| The outboard motor should be
mounted on a stand vertically with
power head up for sto(age.
(4j Pull starter handle slowly until resist-
ance is felt due to compression pres-
sure, then stop. Release starter tension
slowly to prevent engine from revers*
mg rotation due to compression
pressure, This position will close both
the intake and exhaust ports for
storage.
{5) Drain and fill gear housing as outlined
under Lubrication of Gear Housing.
(Ref. 3)
(6} Wipe exterior completely with fresh
water cloth and then apply light Coat-
ing of oil.
When starting a new season, always use fresh
gasoline. Lasl year's gasoline may have
varnish deposits that will plug the carbu-
retor jets, thus requiring a c0mpiete over-
haul.
To plan for the comingseason,we recom-
mend you contact your Sears Service
Center before the new season for any service
repair work required,

OPERATION
6. BOAT MOUNTING
a. Mount the motor on the center of the boat
transom (stern), (See Figure 4).
CAUTION
Hand ti9hten xransom bracket and ctarnp
stud handles simultaneously. Do not use a
wrench or any other device that would
cause damage to brackets. Occasionally
check to be sure lamp stud handles on
transom mounting bracket are tight.
{See Figure 5).
b, To obtain the best performance from your
outboard, the following boat transom speci _
fzcations are recommended: (See Figure4).
Transom Angle (See View 3):
........... 12 to 15 degrees
Transom Height (See View 4):
............... 20 inches
e. The at}ote of Ihe motor column is-ea,_ily
adjusted by removing the Hitch Pin and
changing the THt Lock Bracket Pin in the
Five (5) different angle position holes
located on either side of the right or left
Transom Mounting Brackets. Each angle
position elevates five (5) degrees. Try
,:Center hole position first. (See Figure 6),
d, To find the correct angle position, make a
test run at full throttle with your usual
loading in the boat. Always'stop motor to
change the Tilt Lock Bracket Pin; The cor-
rect m_gle position will have your boat
traveling whh the bow slightly higher than
ithe stern, but should not porpoise (bow
i irises and falls rapidly and continlJously). Be
, sure Tilt Lock Bracket Pin is always pushed
completely through both Transom Mount-
ing Brackets and Hitch Pin is secured,
WARNING
I| the motor column is tilted too far out-
ward, I;he boat is likely to porpoise or
cavitate at full thro_tle, which can,be
dangerous because across wind or a wave
could suddenly deflect the boat,into a
dangerous turn, A|so,. if the motor
column is tilted too far inward; the bow
of the boat wiJl dig in. which can be
dangerous when crossing a wake or in
rough water, 13o not run motor in the
storage position, (See View 1 and 12.
Figure 4),
View 1oowoow.
Figure 4
View :3
View 4
Figure 5 :.
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TRANSOM
BRACKET
CLAMP STUD _!:
HANDLES :!
•.PIN AND HITCH PIN
Figure 6
7. STEERING ADJUSTMENT
Tighten steering tension bob using a spanner
-for desired steering effort. (See Figure 6).
t
.... CAUTION
•II
Secure motor to boat with Safety Chaim There is a possibility of losing bolt if ,:::
backed out too far,
Chain not included with motor.

OPERATION
8_ 2-CYCLE ENGINE FUEL MIXTURE
Use agood grade of regular gasoline. (See mix-
ing table below,)
CAUTION
Always use BIA certified TC-W oil in the
50:1 ratio. Failure to do so m_y result in
excessive spark plug fouling, piston
scoring, or hearing failure. Do not under
any circumstances, use muitigrade, such as
10W-30, or other automobile nits.
tf BIA certified oil is not available, use
an SAE 30 or 40 2-cycle or outboard nit.
We reserve the right to refuse warranty on
parts which are damaged when using
improper fuels or lubricants.
........ WARNING'
Gasoline ishighly flammable, Always mix
in well ventilated area. Do not fill tank
with motOr running, nor near any f|ai'ne
or white smoking, Be sure vent screws
and filler caps on tanks are finger tighte-
ned .when transporting igaso!ine fin. the
tru'nk of your automobile to prevent
explosion.
FUEL
MIXING 6 0.96 15.d:. :.
TABLE : ,:;"' ....... . .............
50: i ..... Metric MeasO re .... .........
MIXTURE Regular Amount of oil '''
Gasoline to be added
in Liters In Liters
I 0.02
5 0.10
10 0,20
20 0,40
9. STARTING PROCEDURE (See Figure7).
a. Open air vent screw located on fuel fitter
cap by turning €ounterc!ockwise,
b. Open'fuel shut-off valve,
c. Open throttle-ever to half throttle.
d. Move choke lever to '*On" position.
L
'; WARNING : :i
When Starting outboard, the boat will I
move with a sudden burst of speed. Make I
sure You are well Seated so as not to lose I
your balance with a fast start., t
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:'AIR
RUN
:LEVER
:::Figure 8 , "
e. Pull starter handle slowly until you feel"
"' starter engage. Then pull with _'apid
motion and allow the starter cord to
.:U.S. Meast_re: _i '" :::'; i :i 're'tract slowiy. (See Figure 8)..
I Regular AmountofoH ::
I 'Gasol.... ne : I to be:added :.... :>: f :After engine has started; gradua Iy move
-in Gallons I in.PintS In Oz i choke lever to "Off" position While
I ." :::-.: warming Up the engine. :
• 0:16 12.6 ::: :: g. Let engine idle for approximately 3
30.4B : 7.7 !' minutes before moving throttle lever to
5 0.80 12.8 '"Fast" position.
10. STOPPING PROCEDURE
To stop engine, move throttle lever to fuli
"'Slop" posilion. {See Figure 7),
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WARNING
In case of an Emergency, the engine can
be stopped by moving the Choke Lever to
Full Choke Position.
If the motor wiil not be operated for a
period of time, if it is to be removed from
the boat, or if it is to be tilted up, we
recommend the following practice to
prevent spillage from the carburetor
throat and howl and to prevent gum
formations in the carburetor during
storage:
1, Close fuel shut-off valve and air
vent screw at fuet filler cap.
2. Allow motor to run at idling speed
until it stops of its own accord,
indicating the carburetor has run
dry.
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OPERATION
11. FLOODING
To dear engine of excess fu el, move choke lever
to "Off_' position and throttle ]ever to half
throttle position: Pu|l recoil :starter= handte
until engine starts andcontinues to,run; _,
12, CARBURETOR--ADJUSTMENTS
a, Your motor has:a:fixedhigh speed jet. The
Idte Adjustment has been:'p_eset =at the
factory. (SeeFigure 9).
b, ',Peribdica|iY_checkfilzerfor=dJrt by unscrew°
:in'g Sediment Bow _;1:i"
13. PROPELLER SHEAR PIN & COTTER
PIN HOLDER
a. The Sheer Pin is used for the purpose of
protecting the Drive Train and Gears. The
Sheer Pin witl no,, prevent the propeller :_Figure9
from becoming..damaged when:_striking an .
under_ ._ater object,: When shear. pin .is ....
"broken. the engine:: will:_€0n_in_e'i tO run, !:_
however, the propelte? WiiJ_n0t be r0'tating.: ::
CAUTION ]
Stop engine immediately after shearing l
pin _o avoid possible damage.to lhe engine. I
b_ To replace shear pin, shut off motor,
remove cotter pin with needle nose pliers
an d slip off propeller. (See Figure 10 & 11 ).
e. Reptace with new shear pin located in shear
_in and cotter pin holder on steering handle.
CARBURETOR
NLET 8OLT
Figure 10
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OPERATION
14, FLYWHEEL MAGNETO IGNITION
SYSTEM WITH TRANSISTERIZED
ELECTRONIC IGNITOR • " ":
a. The magneto ignition system consists ol the
following component Parts: Flywheel, Tran-
sisterized Electronic Ignitor and ignition Coil.
b. Inspect the following if engine fails or =iS
hard to start:
[lJ Spark plug as often as necessary, Be
sure spark plug gap setting is ;025 '°
{0.6mm 1.
(2) Gasoline fuel supply and fuel shut-
off valve should be open.
{3) Carburetor being starved of fue!,
c. The correct spark plug for this motor is
NGK BMR6A or Champion RCJ-8,
d, To lest ignition system, remove spark
Plug and place against bare spot on metal
part of motor away from cylinder spark
plug hole an_ then pull starter cord several
times. If a spark bridges the plug gap. the
magneto is in good operating condition,
The high tensio_ lead wire must be con-
nected to the plug for this check. If there
is no spark, have the ignition checked at
your Sears Service Center.
t'
CENT£R BOLT
Figure 13
WARNING
If the motor will not be operated for a
period of time, if it is to be removed
from the boat, or if it iS to be tilted up,
we recommend ihe following practice to
prevent s|)dlage from tl_e carburetor
throat and bowl and to prevent gum
formations in the carburetor during
storage:
1. Close fiJe] shut-eli valve and air vent
screw at fu_l liller cap,
2. Atfow motor to run at idling speed
until it stops of its own accord, indi-
cating the carburetor has run dry.
15. REMOVING MOTOR FROM BOAT
a, Always titt motor by lifting on rear of
shroud, DO NOT PUSH DOWN ON THE
STEERING HANDLE. When removing the
motor from the boat. raise the outboard in
upward direction until the propeller clears
the transom, Hold the motor Uprig!_t long
enough to allow all water to drain from the
exhaust Pipe. When VOU find it difficult to
hold the motor upright, tighten the Center
Bolt increasingly for desired efiori, (See
Figure 13L
WARNING
Although the engine is air cooled, it is
possible to burn your hands on the engine
block and upper portion of the column.
Do not touch.
b. It may be necessary to rotate the motor to
one side before tilting the motor on the
transom to remove leg from the water when
installed on boats with thick transoms.
16. SALT WATER OPERATION
To materiaNy increase Ihe life of all exposed
parts and decorative finishes, follow the steps
indicated below.
a. Always tilt your motor out of the water
when not in use. -, ..... ,.-
b. Never leave tha lower unit in salt. wate_
overnight,
c. Wipe exterior completely with fresh water
Cloth and then apply light coating of oil.
d, Lubricate propeller shaft occasionally with
a waterproof type of lubricanl tLithium
Grease}, thus enablihg the propeller to be
removed easilv_
e. It is good practice when operating in sail
water to inspect your motor daily and to
apply a light coating of grease to any
part or area that shows evidence, of cor-
rosion or rust.
1, Always remove motor from boat ver-
iically, allowing water to drain from column
before tilting the motor .....
c. Always carry outboard with the engine i....
above the lower unit to prevent moisture --
from entering the engine through the
exhaust ports.

TROUBLE SHOOTING CHECK LIST
_Take your outboard motor into any one of over
2000 Sears Service Units.
XXFuel Tank Empty _-_ _ : .....
X X Fuel Shut.Off Valve Closed
XX X X Fuel Line Kinked orl;inched
X X X X Vent Screw on Fuel Tank Filter Cap Closed : :
XX X X Carburetor PassagesClogged or Dirty •,. "
"-X X X X X Incorrect Fuel*Oil Mixture
XXXXXCarburetor Out of Adj_u_ment
X X Engine Flooded
x _ x ! x J x tx! WrongTypeSparkP,ug ....
X , =X ,X .... X .....X , Defective or Fouled Spark Plug
X X Defective Magneto "
X Spark Does Not Jump SparkPlug Gap *
.X Engine Out of Time "
XXX X Transistorized Electronic=Ignitor out Of order
X X X X X Weak ign lion Coil ' *
XX Spark Plug Lead Wire Not Secured ....
XX Frayed or Cracked Lead Wire Insulation "
X X Disconnected. Grounded or Loose Wiring in Electrical System
X Propeller Bound by Foreign Objects (Fishing Line. Weeds. Eto.)
X High Tension Lead-Salt Water Build Up
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
MODEL NUMBER: 298.586130
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
INSURE YOUR ENGINE
Many insurance companies including Allstate
Insurance offer protection contracts for your
boat and outboard engine. Insurance covering
your own equipmen!_ against damage, theft.
etc.. as well as liability insurance for property
damage and personal injury to others is availa-
ble. It would be wise to contact your insurance
agent for further information about adequate
protection:
IDENTIFICATION PLATE
\
DATE NO. HRS. USED
OPERATING LOG
GALS. FUEL USED DATE NO. HRS. USED GALS. FUEL USED