Craftsman 919.679470 User manual

MANUAL
IVtodel No,
919,679470
Read the Safety Guidelines
and All instructions Carefully
Before Operating -SAFETY GUUDELUNES
-ASSEMBLY
-OPERATUON
o MNNTENANCE
oTROUBLESHOOTUNG
oREPNR PARTS
SoBd by Sears Canada, into, Terente, Oat, MSB2B8
MGP°679,_70A 1/20/00

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Storage ................................................... 14
Troubleshooting Guide ........................... 15
Parts .................................................. 16=22
EPA Codes ........................................ 23=24
How To Order Parts ................. Back Cover
Fran_2ais
DATE PURCHASED:
MODEL NO:
SERIAL NO:
STORE WHERE PURCHASED:
ADDRESS
CITY
TELEPHONE:
Record the above information about your unit
so that you wiii be able to provide it in case
of loss or theft.
HORSE POWER 10 HP
GASOLINE CAPACITY 7 GALLON
OiL CAPACITY 26 OZ. 1
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
The Craftsman Warranty, pUusa Maintenance Agreement, pro-
vide maximum vaUuefor your Sears products, Contact your
nearest Sears store for details,
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBtLmES
Read and observe the safety rubs,
Follow a reguUarschedub in maintaining, caring for and using
your generator,
Follow the instructions under "Customer ResponsibHitbs"
and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GENERATORS
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman generator is maintained and operated according to the
instructions in this owner's manual, Sears wHI repair, free of charge, any defect in material and workmanship.
mfyour Craftsman Generator is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the
original date of purchase.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ENGINE
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman engine is maintained and operated according to the
instructions in this owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material and workmanship.
if your Craftsman engine is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies only for 90 days form the
date of purchase. This warranty does not cover: Expendable items such as spark plugs and air filters, which become
worn during normal use.
Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including damage resulting from no oil being supplied to
the engine or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in this owner's manual, are not
covered under warranty.
WARRANTY SERVICE mSAVAILABLE BY RETURNmNG THE GENERATOR TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVmCECENTER.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from PROWNCE TO
PROWNCE.
Sekl by Sears Oanada_ |nc,_ Teronto_ Ont.
2 -- ENG

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
This manual contains information
that is important for you to know
and understand. This information
relates to protecting YOUR
SAFETY and PREVENTmNG
EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS= To help
you recognize this information, we
use the symbols to the right,
Please read the manual and pay
attention to these sections.
I A DANGER ]
URGENT SAFETY INFORMATmON = A HAZ-
ARD THAT WiLL CAUSE SERIOUS mNJURY
OR LOSS OF LIFE.
AWARNtNG ]
iMPORTANT SAFETY iNFORMATION - A
HAZARD THAT MIGHT CAUSE SERIOUS
mNJURY OR LOSS OF UFE,
I _.CAUTJON ]
information for preventing damage to
equipment.
I NOTE J
information that you shouM pay special
attention to.
iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
,, SAV |= TH|=S |= INSTRUCTIONS ,,
When using this product basic precautions should aJways be foltowed
including the following:
F_RSKOF ELECTF_OCUTRON AND FRF_E
HAZARD
Attempting to connect generator directly
to the electrical system of any building
structure,
inadequate electrical grounding of gen=
erator,
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Back feeding electricity through a
building's electrical system to the
outside utility feed lines could en-
danger repair persons attempting to
restore service,
Attempting to connect to the incoming
utility service could result in electrocu=
tion,
Restoration of electrical service while
the generator is connected to the in=
coming utility could result in a fire or
serious damage if an isolator switch is
not installed,
The failure of one of the generator's
electrical devices, a broken wire, wet
surfaces, etc, could result in the entire
unit becoming electrically charged,
Contact with electrically charged
surfaces could result in electrocution,
HOW TO PREVENTIT
Never back feed electricity through a
structure's electrical system,
To connect to a structure's electrical
system in a safe manner and always
have a Double=Throw Transfer Switch
installed by a qualified electrician, in
compliance with local ordinances,
(When installing a Double-Throw
Transfer Switch, a minimum of 10
gauge wiring must be used.)
Make sure that the unit is connected
to an appropriate electrical ground, in
accordance with the requirement of
the National Electric Code, See page
8 for grounding instructions,
3 -- ENG

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTmNG TO OPERATE GENERATOR.
RBSK OF ELECTROCUTBON AND FBRE.{cGnt'd}
HAZARD
Operation of generator in rain, wet, icy,
or flooded conditions,
Use of worn damaged, undersized or un-
grounded extension cords,
Placing generator on or against highly
conductive surface, such as a steel walk-
way or metal roof,
improper connection of items togenera-
tor.
Operation of unit when damaged, or with
guards or panels removed.
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Water is an excellent conductor of
electricity! Water which comes in
contact with electricity charged
components can transmit electricity to
the frame and other surfaces, resulting
in electrical shock to anyone contact-
ing them,
Contact with worn or damaged extension
cords could result in electrocution.
Use of undersize extension cords could
result in overheating of the wires or at-
tached items, resulting in fire,
Use of ungrounded cordsets could pre-
vent operation of circuit breakers and re-
sult in electrical shock.
Accidental leakage of electrical current
could charge conductive surfaces in con-
tact with the generator,
Exceeding the load capacity of the gen-
erator by attaching too many items, or
items with very high load ratings to it
could result in overheating of some items
or their attachment wiring resulting in fire
or electrical shock.
Attempting to use the unit when it has
been damaged, or when it is not func-
tioning normally could result in fire or
electrocution,
Removal of guarding could expose elec-
trically charged components and result
in electrocution,
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Operate generator ina clean, dry, well
ventilated area. Make sure hands are
Inspect extension cords before use
and replace with new if required.
Use proper size (wire gauge) cordset
Always use electrically grounded
cordset.
Place generator on low conductivity
surface such as a concrete slab,
Read the load rating chart and instruc-
tions on page 9, 10 and 11,Make sure
that the sum of electrical loads for all
attachments does not exceed the
load rating of the generator,
Do not operate generator with me-
chanical or electrical problem. Have
unit repaired by an Authorized Ser-
vice Center.
Do not operate generator with protec-
tive guarding removed.
4 -- ENG

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNmNGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTBNG TO OPERATE GENERATOR°
RISK OF FiRE
HAZARD
Attempting to fill the fuel tank whib the
engine is running,
Sparks, fire, hot objects
improper storage of fuel
inadequate ventilation for generator
Tampering with factory set engine speed
settings,
Overfilling the fuel tank- fuel spillage,
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Gasoline and gasoline vapors can
become ignited by coming in contact
with hot components such as the
muffler, engine exhaust gases, or from
an electrical spark,
Cigarettes, sparks, fires, or other hot
objects can cause gasoline or gasoline
vapors to ignite,
Improperly stored fuel could lead to ac=
cidental ignition, Fuel improperly secured
could get into the hands of children or
other unqualified persons,
Materials placed against or near the gen=
erator or operating the generator in ar=
eas where the temperature exceeds 104°
R ambient can interfere with its proper
ventilation features causing overheating
and possible ignition of the materials,
Engine speed has been factory set to
provide safe operation, Tampering with the
engine speed adjustment could result in
overheating of attachments and could
cause a fire,
Spilled fuel and its vapors can become
ignited from hot surfaces or sparks,
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Turn engine off and allow it to cool
before adding fuel to the tank, Equip
area of operation with a fire extin-
guisher certified to handle gasoline
or fuel fires,
Add fuelto tank in well ventilated area,
Make sure there are no sources of
ignition near the generator,
Store fuel in a container designed to
hold gasoline, Store container in se=
cure location to prevent use by oth=
ers,
Operate generator in a clean, dry, well
ventilated area a minimum of four feet
from any objects or wall, DO NOT
OPERATE UNIT INDOORS OR IN
ANY CONFINED AREA.
Never attempt to "speedup" the en=
gine to obtain more performance,
Both the output voltage and frequency
will be thrown out of standard by this
practice, endangering attachments
and the user,
Use care in filling the tank to avoid
spilling fuel, Make sure fuel cap is
secured tightly and check engine
for fuel leaks before starting engine,
Move generator away from refueling
area or any spillage before starting
engine, Allow for fuel expansion,
Keep maximum fuel level ¼ inch
below the tip of the fuel tank, Never
refuel with the engine running,
5 -- ENG

READ AN{) UNDERSTAND ALL VARNmNG$ BEFORE
ATTEMPTBNG TO OPERATE GENERATOR°
Risk of injury and
Trans_ Generator
HAZARD
Fire, InhaHafion, Damage to Vehicle
Surfaces
Property Damage When
WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT iT
FueHor oiHcan Heakor spill and couHd
resuHtin fire or breathing hazard, seri-
ous injury or death can resuHt.FueHoroil
leaks will damage carpet, paint or other
surfaces in vehicles or trailers.
If generator is equipped with a fuel
shut-off valve, turn the valve to the
off position before transporting to
avoid fuel leaks. If generator is not
equipped with a fuel shut-off valve,
drain the fuel from tank before trans-
porting. Only transport fuel in an CSA
approved container. Always place
generator on a protective mat when
transporting to protect against dam-
age to vehicle from leaks. Remove
generator from vehicle immediately
upon arrival at your destination
RiSK OF BREATHING -iNHALATiON NAZAR{)
HAZARD
Gasoline engines produce toxic carbon
monoxide exhaust fumes,
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Breathing exhaust fumes will cause se=
HOW TO PREVENT iT
Operate generator in clean, dry, well
ventilated area. Avoid enclosed areas
like garages, basements, storage
sheds, etc., which lack a steady ex-
change of air. Never operate unit in a
location occupied by humans or ani-
mals. Keep children, pets and others
away from area of operating unit.
6 -- ENG

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNmNG$ BEFORE
ATTEMPTBNG TO OPERATE GENERATOR,
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
HAZARD
Operation of generator in careless man=
net.
Operation of voltage sensitive appliances
without a voltage surge protector.
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
All sources of energy include the poten=
tial for injury. Unsafe operation or main=
tenance of your generator could lead to
serious injury or death to you or others.
Any gasoline operated household gen=
erator wiii incur voltage variations caus=
ing damage to voltage sensitive appli=
ances or result in fire.
HOW TO PREVENT iT
o Review and understand all of the
operating instructions and warn=
ings in this manual.
Become familiar with the operation
and controls of the generator.
Know how to shut it off quickly.
o Equip area of operation with a fire
extinguisher certified to handle
gasoline or fuel fires.
Keep children or others away from
the generator at all times.
Always use U.L. listed voltage pro=
tector to connect voltage sensitive
appliances (TV, computer, stereo,
etc.). Failure to use a U.L. listed volt=
age surge protector will void the war=
ranty on your generator.
Notice: A multiple outlet strip is not
a surge protector make sure you use
a U.L. listed voltage surge protector.
RISK OF HOT SURFACES
HAZARD
Contact with hot engine and generator
components.
HAZARD
Contact with moving parts can result in
serious injury.
WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT iT
Contact with hot surfaces, such as en=
gines exhaust components, could result
in serious burns.
During operation, touch only the con=
trol surfaces of the generator. Keep
children away from the generator at
all times. They may not be able to
recognize the hazards of this prod=
uct.
RiSK OF MOVING PARTS
WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT iT
The generator contains parts which ro=
tate at high speed during operation.
These parts are covered by guarding to
Never operate generator with guard=
ing or cover plates removed. Avoid
wearing loose fitting clothing or jew=
elry which could be caught by mov=
ing parts.
7 -- ENG

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNmNG$ BEFORE
ATTEMPTBNG TO OPERATE GENERATOR°
RiSK FROM LiFTiNG
HAZARD
Lifting a very heavy object,
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Serious injury can resuUtfrom attempt-
ing to Hfttoo heavy an object,
HOW TO PREVENT iT
The generator is too heavy to be Hfted
by one person, Obtain assistance
from others before you try to move it,
_Read Owner's Manual. Do not operate equipment until you have read Owner's Manual for
Safet_ _ and Maintenance Instructions°
This product is not equipped with a spark arresting muffler. Ifthe product wiii be used around flammable materials, or on
land covered with materials such as agricultural crops, forest, brush, grass, or other similar items, then an approved spark
attester must be installed and is legally required in the state of California. It is a violation of California statutes section
130050 and/or sections 4442 and 4448 of the California Public Resources Code, unless the engine is equipped with a spark
attester, as defined in section 4442, and maintained in effective working order. Spark attesters are also required on some
U.S. Forest Service land and may also be legally required under other statutes and ordinances.
Engine exhaust contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
CARTON CONTENTS
*Main Unit
Owner's Manual
OwnerBs ManuaJ
REMOVE GENERATOR FROM CARTON
*Open carton from top.
*Cut carton along dotted lines,
*Remove all carton inserts,
*Remove generator through opening in carton,
Remove shipping block from under the gen head
by unscrewing the bolt and remove the wood block.
It is very important that this is removed before starting
your generator.
CAUTION: Read owner's manual. Do not attemptto
operate equipment until you have read Owner's
Manual for Safety, Operation, and Maintenance In-
structions.
8 -- ENG

iMPORTANT: Before any attempt to start your generator
be sure to check engine oil (See OPERATION under
Adding Engine Oil on page 11)
GROUNDRNG THE GENERATOR
This generator should be grounded to help prevent
accidental electrical shock. Shown below is a picture of
the grounding lug supplied on your generator. First, drive
a 3/4" or 1" diameter copper pipe or rod into the ground
close to the generator seL The pipe must penetrate moist
earth. Using #10 gauge wire, connect one end of the wire
into the grounding lug. Next, connect the other end of the
wire to the copper pipe or rod using an approved ground
clamp.
Grounding Lug
KNOW YOUR GENERATOR
Read this Owner's ManuaJ and Safety RuJes be-
fore operation of your Generater, Compare this
illustration with your generator to familiarize yourself
with the location of various controls and adjustments.
Save the manual for future references.
FUEL TANK- Capacity of 7 US gallons.
OHOKE SWITCH- Lever used to start cold engine.
ENGINE RUN/STOP SWITCH- Sets engine in starting
mode for recoil starter - Stops running engine.
ENGINE OiL FILL- Place where engine oil is poured.
OIROUIT BREAKER= Each receptacle has a circuit
breaker to protect the generator from overloading.
120 VOLT REOEPTAOLES- Used to supply 2350 watts of
electrical power per receptacle for operations. Protected
by 15 amp circuit breaker.
240 VOLT RECEPTACLES- Used to supply 4700 watts
of electrical power per receptacle for operations. Wiii
only supply 2350 watts each if both receptacles are
being used. Protected by 20 amp circuit breaker.
AiR CLEANER- Includes filter element and foam
pre-cleaner that limits the amount of dirt that enters
FUELCAP
120 VOLT RECEPTACLES
240 VOLT RECEPTACLES
ENGINE O_LF_LL
ENGINE RUN/STOP
SWITCH
9 -- ENG

Your generator isequipped with dupbx 120 voit receptacbs
and dupbx 240 voit receptacbs.
The unit is aiso equipped with a 15 amp circuit breaker for
the 120 voit receptacbs and a 20 amp circuit breaker for
the 240 voit receptacbs which are provided to protect the
generator against ebctrbai overioad. Ifthe circuit breaker
trips, unpiug ebctricai ioad from receptacb. Let circuit
breaker cooi down and then push circuit breaker button to
reset.
@ @
CD@ e
GENERATOR CAPACITY
Exceeding the rated capacity of your generator can
result in serious damage to your generator and connected
electrical devices. You should observe the following to
prevent overloading the unit:
Starting and running wattage requirements must be
calculated to match your generator wattage capacity.
Resistive load appliances such as light bulbs, TV's
and microwaves, have the same starting and running
wattage. The wattage used for calculating the capacity
can usually be found on each of these appliances.
Some inductive appliances and tools wiii list on the motor
name plate, the starting and running voltage and amperage
requirements. Use the following formula to convert voltage
and amperage to wattage:
(Volts X Amp =Watts}
Inductive load appliances and tools such as refrigerators,
air compressors and washers require approximately 2 to
4 times the listed running wattage for starting the equip-
menL This initial load onUylasts for a few seconds on
start-up but is very important when figuring your total
wattage to be used.
NOTE: Always start your largest electric motor first, and
then plug in other items, one at a time.
The guide below is provided to assist you in determining
the appliances and tools that can be run with the wattage
capacity of your generator.
OBTAINING _L_CTRICITY FRO_
There are basically two ways to obtain electricity form a
generator:
Use of extension cords directly form the generator
to the appliance, lights, tools, etc.
Use of a double-throw transfer switch installed
directly to the main electrical supply outside of the
house.
_=xtensicn Ccrd
When using an appliance or tool at a considerable distance
from the generator, a 3-wire extension cord that has a
3-blade grounding plug and 3-slot receptacle that accepts
the tool's plug should be used. A cord of adequate size
must be used. A minimum of 12 gauge wire size with at
least a 20 amp draw can be used. When amperage
exceeds 20 amps a 10 gauge wire size should be used.
10 -- ENG

Connecting Generator To Main Electricam
Supply
Potenfiai hazards exist when an ebctrbai generator iscon-
nected to the main ebctricai suppiy coming into the house.
It is at that point that the generator couid feed back into the
ufiiity company's system causing possibb ebctrocution of
workers who are repairing ebctrbai Hines.To avoid back
feeding of ebctrbity into utiiity systems, a double4hrow
transfer switch shouid be installed between the genera-
tor and utility power. This device should be installed by a
licensed electrician and in compliance with all local ebctri-
cal codes.
NOTE: When installing a Doubb-Throw Transfer Switch,
a minimum of 10 gauge wiring must be used.
BEFORE STARTBNG ENGBNE
t
CAUTION: Always check engine oil level before
every start. Running engine low of oil or out of oil 1
could result in serious damage to the engine.
Adding Engine Oim
Your generator has been shipped without oil in the
engine. Begin by removing the oil dipstick and plug. Start
pouring the oil in slowly.
The engine will hold approximately 26 ounces of oil. To
check the oil, clean and replace the dipstick. Do not
screw the dip stick in when checking the oil level. Next,
remove the dipstick to check the level. The oil dipstick is
clearly marked with lines that tell you when the engine
has enough oil. Do not fill above this point,
NOTE: When adding oil to the engine crankcase, use a
high quality detergent oil classified "For Service
SESG,SH" rated SAE 30 weight. Use no special
additives. Select the oil's viscosity grade according to
your expected operating temperature&
SAE VJscesity Grades
Low Oil Shutdown
Your Craftsman generator engine is equipped with Low
Oil Shutdown. Low Oil Shutdown is a safety device
designed to protect your engine from damage in the
event the oil level in the crankcase is low.
If while the engine is running, the oii gets iow, it wiii
automatically shut itself down and wiii not restart until the
oil is added. If the oil is low before start-up, the genera-
tor wiii not start until oil is added.
NOTE: The Low Oil Shutdown mechanism is very sensi-
tive. You must fill the engine to the full mark on the dipstick
to inactivate this safety device.
GasoJine
Your generator engine is 4 cycle. Use unleaded fuel only.
Never mix oil with gasoline.
CAUTION: Never fill fuel tank completely. Fill tank to
1/2" below the bottom of the filler neck to provide
space for fuel expansion. Wipe any fuel spillage from
engine and equipment before starting engine.
IWARNING: Never fiii fuel tank indoors. Never fiii fuel |
1
tank when engine is running or hot. Do not smoke 1
when filling fuel tank.
Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a mini-
mum of 85 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline. If unleaded
fuel is not available, leaded fuel may be used.
To Start Your Generator
I CAUTION: Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, ]
poor ventilated areas, engine exhaust contains car- lbon monoxide, an ordorbss and deadly gas.
Make sure the fuel shutoff valve is turned to the open
position.
CLOSE
Remove gas cap.
Add unleaded gasoline, slowly, to fuel tank.
Do not overfiiL
o On the engine there is a start/off switch located
on the front panel of the engine. Place this switch to
11 -- ENG

On the engine there is a choke/run bver. Hace this _ Hug in the desired 120 or 240 voRs toob.
bver to the choke position. @
FULL CHOKE POSITION
_CHOKE LEVER
.o _,*_ _,-'_l!lP_ _%L
Grasp the starter handb and pull rope out showily
untii it pulls harder. Let the rope rewind showily.
Then pull rope with a rapid full arm stroke. Let rope
return to starter sbwiy.
When engine starts, gradually move choke Hoverto
"Choke Position".
If the engine fails to start after (3) pulls, move the
choke lever to the beginning choke position and pull
start rope again.
For hot engine starts make sure choke lever is in the
choke position.
Connecting EJectrieaJ Loads
Let engine run and warm up for about five minutes
after starting.
DO NOT connect 240 volt equipment to the 120 volt
duplex receptacbs.
DO NOT connect 3-phase loads to the panel
receptacbs.
|MPORTANT: You should always add up the rated
watts of all lights, tools and appliances you are power-
ing at one time. This total should not exceed the rated
capacity of your generator or circuit breaker rating of
the receptacle supplying power.
Stopping The Pngine
Disconnect all electrical loads.
Switch the start/off switch to the off position.
_ToP \
|MPORTANT: Never store engine with fuel in tank,
indoors, or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas or where
fuel fumes may reach an open flame.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE
i
Every 25 Every 50 Hours
Before each Hours of of Every Every 100 Hours of
use Every Season Every Season
MAINTENANCE TASK Season
i
X See Note 2
See Note 1
X
X
Check oil level
Change oil
Clean Air Filter Assembly
Check Spark Plug
Prepare Unit for Storage
X
Prepare unit for storage if it is to remain idle for more than 30 days.
Note 1: Change oil after first two (2) operating hours and every 50 operating hours thereafter, more often if operated in
extreme dusty or dirty conditions.
Note 2: Check oii after 5 hours of operation (See page 13 - Oii Maintenance.)
12 JENG

GENERAL RECO!IMENI)ATBON$
The warranty of the generator does not cover items that
have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain
the generator as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
maintain your generator.
GENERATOR MAINTANANCE
Your generator should be kept clean and dry at all times.
The generator should not be stored or operated in environ-
ments that includes excessive moisture, dust or any corro-
sive vapors. Bfthese sustances are on the generator, clean
with a cloth or soft bristle brush. Do not use a garden hose
or anything with water pressure to clean the generator. Water
may enter the cooling air slots and could possibly damage
the rotor, starer and the internal windings of the gen head.
All adjustments in the Maintenance section of this manual
should be made at bast once each season.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Oil
Oii bvei shouid be checked prior to each use and at
bast every 5 hours of operation. To check oii see
Adding Engine Oil on page 11.
Changing Engine Oim
For a new engine, change oii after the first 2 operating
hours. Thereafter, change oil after every 50 heurs of
operation.
Change the oil while the engine is still warm. The oil will
flow freely and carry away more impurities. Make sure the
engine is level when filling, checking or changing oil.
Change the oil as follows:
To keep dirt, grass clippings, etc. out of the engine,
clean the area around the drain plug and dipstick
before removing them.
Remove the oil drain plug and dipstick. Tilt the
engine slightly towards the oil drain to obtain better
drainage. Be sure to allow ample time for complete
drainage.
Reinstall the drain plug. Make sure it is tightened
securely.
Fill the crankcase with new oil of the proper type (See
Adding Oil Section), to the Full mark on the dipstick.
Always check the level with the dipstick before adding
more oil.
Reinstall the oil fiii cap or plug and tighten securely.
Service Air Cleaner
NO'Ill: Do not use petroleum solvents, e.g., kerosene,
which will cause the cartridge to deteriorate. Do not use
pressurized air to clean cartridge. Pressurized air can
damage the cartridge.
To service air cleaner follow these steps:
1. Unscrew wing nut. Remove cover and air cleaner
cartridge.
2. Remove cartridge from cover.
To service cartridge, clean by tapping gently on a fiat
service. Do not oil cartridge. Replace if dirty or damaged.
3. Replace air cleaner cartridge. Place cover over
cartridge and tighten nut finger tight and then turn it
PAPER FILTER
WroNG NUT
AltR CLEANI==R
Clean Guard/IViuffler
Do not clean with a forceful spray of water because
water could contaminate fuel system. With a brush
or cloth clean finger guard after every use to prevent
engine damage caused by overheating.
OIL DRAIN
PLUG
OUL FULL
_CLEAN
13 -- ENG

Before running engine, clean muffler area to remove
all combustible debris. Clean and Replace Spark Ptug
Change the spark plug every 100 hours of operation or
once each year, whichever comes first. This will help
your engine to start easier and run better.
.030" (0.76MM)
WIRE GAUGE
CLEAN
RESISTOR
Carbureter
The carburetor of your generator is pre-set at the factory.
The carburetor should not be tampered with. if your gen-
erator is used at an altitude in excess of 4000 feet perfor-
mance may be affected. If so consult with your nearest
Sears Service Center regarding high altitude set changes.
GovePnoP
Your engine governor maintains the constant operating
speed of your generator. DO NOT tamper with the engine
governor which is factory set for proper engine speed.
Over-speeding your engine above factory high speed set-
ting can be dangerous and could possibly cause personal
injury or property damage. If you believe the engine is run-
ning too fast or slow, take your generator to an Authorized
Sears Service Center for repair and adjustmenL
CAUT|ON: Low engine speeds impose a heavy load
on the engine and when sufficient power is not avaiP
able the engine life could be shortened.
If you are going to store your generator for more than 30
days, use the following information as a guide to prepare
the generator for storage.
STORAGE BNSTRUCTRONS
CAUTION: Never store generator with fuel in the
tank, indoors, or in enclosed, poorly ventilated
areas, where fumes can reach an open flame, spark
or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes
dryer or other gas appliances.
Engine Preparation
Add fuel stabilizer to fuel tank to minimize the
formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.
*Run engine at bast 10 minutes after adding stabilizer
to allow it to enter the fuel system.
Next shut off engine.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and remove the
spark plug.
Add one teaspoon of oil through the spark plug hole.
Place rag over spark plug hole and pull the recoil a
few times to lubricate the combustion chamber.
*Replace the spark plug, but do not connect the spark
plug wire.
NOTE: If a fuel stabilizer is not used, all gasoline must
be drained from the tank and carburetor to prevent gum
deposits from forming on these parts and causing
possible malfunction of the engine.
Gene_ato_
*Clean the generator as outlined on Page 13 (Generator
Maintenanc@
Check that cooling air slots and openings on generator
are open and unobstructed.
14 -- ENG

Engine will not start
No electrical output
Repeated circu# breaker tripping
Generator overheating
No auto idle
DC does not have power with the
circuit breaker depressed
1. Low on fuel or oil.
2. Ignition switch in "Off" position.
3. Faulty spark plug.
4. Chokein wrong position.
5. Fuel shut-off valve in closed
position.
6. Unit loaded during start-up.
7. Spark plug wireloose.
1. Faulty receptacle.
2. Circuit breaker kicked out.
3. Defective capacitor.
4. Faulty powercord.
5. GFCI switch breaker kicked out (if
equipped)
1. Overload
2. Faulty cords or equipment.
1. Generator overloaded.
2. Insufficient ventilation.
1. Faulty solenoid
2. Faulty idle control switch
3. Faulty windings in stator
4. Faulty circuit board
5. Faulty wire harness
1. Faulty rectifier
2. Faulty windings in stator
3. Faulty wire harness
CORRECTION
1. Add fuel or oii.
2. Turn to "ON" position
3. Replace spark plug.
4. Adjust chokeaccordingiy.
5. Open fuel shut-off valve.
6, Removeload from unit,
7, Attach wire to spark plug,
1, Have Service Center replace,
2, Depress and reset,
3, Have Service Center replace
capacitor,
4, Repair or replace cord,
5, Depress and reset
,
2. Reduce load.
Check for damaged, bare, or
frayed wires on equipment.
Replace.
1. Reduce load.
2. Move to adequate supply of
fresh air.
1, Have Service Center replace,
2, Have Service Center replace,
3, Have Service Center replace,
4, Have Service Center replace,
5, Have Service Center replace
1, Have Service Center replace,
2, Have Service Center replace,
3, Have Service Center replace,
15 -- ENG

CRAFTSMAN 4700 GENERATOR 919o679470
TORQUE 20-25 IN.-LBS.
27_
(NOT SHOWN)
9UE 20-25 IN.-LBS.
16
TOQUE 120-144 IN.-LBS.
KEY
NO,
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
2O
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
1 2O
TORQUE 60-70 IN.-LBS. TORQUE 96-120 IN.-LBS.
12
TORQUE 120-144 IN.-LBS.
DESCRmPTmON
FUEL TANK SCREWS
FUELTANK
FUEL CAP
FUEL HOSE
FUEL LiNE CLAMP
DRAINCOCK GROMMET
TANK DRA! NCOCK
ENDCOVER
SCREW #10-24 x 9/16
iSOLATOR
WAS HER 3/8
LOCK NUT 3/8-16
GROUND LUG
SCREW 5/16-18 x 3/4
SCREW 3/8-16 x 1
LOCK NUT 5/16-18
SCREW, HEX HEAD 5/16-18
LOCK WASH ER
GROUND STRAP
HEX SCREW 3/8-16X2.5
ENGINE
FRAME ASSEM BLY
HEAT SHIELD
SCREW 5/16-18 X 3/4
WAS HER
SPACER
WASHER .8750D .3751D .083THK
PART NUMBER
91895680
GS-0444
GS-0443
GS-0225
GS-0227
GS-0446
GS-0437
GS-0077
SSF-553
GS-0033
SSN-1014-ZN
SSF-8111 -ZN
GS-0117
SS-12-CD
SSFo3140-ZN
SSFo8150
SSF-999-1
SSN-1619-ZN
GS-0118
SSF-628
GS-0501
GS-0798
GS-0432-1
SSF-3152
SSN-60-ZN
GS-0746
SSNo632
16 -- ENG

CRAFTSMAN 4700 GENERATOR 919=679470
i
29
38 39 TORQUE TO 60=70 IN=LBS
/
SHOWN FOR
REFERENCE ONLY
TORQUE TO 30=401N=LBS 42
CAPACITOR WiRiNG
SCALE 1:t
SHOWN FOR
REFERENCE ON_
KEY
NO,
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
41
42
DESCRiPTiON
DRIVE END ADAPTER
LOCK WASH ER3/8
CAP SCREW 5/16 -24×L
ROTOR ASSEMBLY
STATOR THRU BOLT
STATORASSEMBLY
WASHER 11/16OD x 11/32
NUT 5/16-24
ROTOR THRU BOLT
BEARING SUPPORT
HE)( NUT 1/4-20
CAPACITOR
CAPACITOR BRACKET
SCREW 10 °24 x 9/16
ITEM NOT SHOWN
*DIODES
PART NUMBm=R
GS-0511
SS-1503-CD
SSF-616-ZN
GS-0410-1
GS-0415
GS-0601
SS-6506-CD
SSF-576
GS-0419-1
GS-0521
SSF-575
GS-0592
GS-0595
SSF°553-1
GS-0082
17 -- ENG

CRAFTSMAN 4700 GENERATGR 919=679470
49
51
4i 48
47 50
KEY
NO.
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
5O
51
52
DESCRiPTiON
SCREW #6 o32 x.5 TORX
SPEED NUT#6 - 32
CIRCUIT BREAKER 20A
240W20 DUPLEX RECEPTACLE
120W20A DUPLEX RECEPTACLE
SWITCH FACE PLATE RESET
NUT, HEX JAM 7/16
WAS HER 3/8
SCREW, 10 - 9 X .50 PLASTITE
CIRCUIT BREAKER 15A
PART NUMBER
SSFo583
SSF-584
GS-0025
GS-0805
GS-0804
GS-207
SSFo595
SS-1525-CD
SSF-3156
GS-0024
18 -- ENG

CRAFTSMAN 4700 GENERATOR 919=679470 TECUMSEH 4=CYCLE ENGmNE MODEL #HMtGG=t59409P
86
75_
71
82
/
87
223
182
240 242 /
245
3700
65
X416
25 /20
26
100
103
/
_110
370L
/
<_
/261282
281\,p
285
262
370K
"-. /
/287
390
19 -- ENG

CRAFTSMAN 4700 GENERATOR 919°67947G TECUMSEH 4=CYCLE ENGmNE MODEL #HMtO¢=tsg4GgP
RE£ NO. PARTNO,
1 35988A
2 27652
15 306990
15A 30700
15B 850494
18 33454A
17 29916
18 851028
20 35319
25 36460
25A 36244
25B 851059
26 850561
28 30322
30 37302
35 29826
36 29918
37 29218
38 29642
40 35776A
40 35777A
40 35778A
41 35773A
41 35774A
41 35775A
42 35779
42 35780
42 35781
43 35772
45 36898
47 851033
48 34034
49 38896
50 35375
60 33273A
65 850128
69 35282A
70 35378
71 35377
72 27642
75 35319
80 31845
81 30590A
82 35378
83 30588A
84 29893
86 850833
87 850832
89 32589
90 811090
92 850880
93 850881
94 851018
95 30888A
96 30845A
100 35135
101 810118
102 851024
103 851007
110 35589
110A 36993
111 811220
111B 811228
112 35967
113 850950
119 36451
120 36449
125 27878A
DE$ORIPTION
CYLINDER (iNCL. #2, 20 & 72)
DOWELPIN
GOVERNORROD (INCL. #15A & 15B)
GOVERNOR YOKE
SCREW,6-40 X 5/16"
GOVERNOR LEVER
GOVERNOR LEVER CLAMP
SCREW,TORX 1"-15,8-32 X 3/8"
OIL SEAL
BLOWER HOUSING BAFFLE
NR BAFFLE
SCREW,3/8-16 X 47/84"
SCREW,1/4-20 X 5/8"
LOCK NUT,8-32
CRANKSHAFT
SCREW,10o32 X 3/4"
LOCK WASHER
LOCK NUT, 10-32
RETAINING RING
PISTON, PiN & RING SET (STD.)
PISTON, PIN& RiNG SET (.010" OS}
PISTON, PIN& RING SET (.020" OS)
PISTON, PmN& ASS'Y (STD.)(INCL. #43)
PISTON, PIN & ASS'Y (.010" OS) (INCL. #43)
PISTON, PIN & ASS'Y (.020" OS) (INCL. #43)
RING SET (STD.)
RiNG SET (.010" OS)
RING SET (.020" OS)
PISTON PIN RETAININGSET
CONNECTING ROD ASS'Y. (INCL. #47 & 49
CONNECTING ROD BOLT
VALVE LIFTER
OIL DIPPER
CAMSHAFT (MCR}
BLOWER HOUSING EXTENSION
SCREW,10-24 X 1/2"
CYLINDER COVER GASKET (KIT)
CYLINDER COVER(INCL. #71, 75 & 80)
CRANKSHAFT BUSHING
OIL DRAIN PLUG
OIL SEAL
GOVERNOR SHAFT
WASHER
GOVERNORGEARASS'Y (INCL. #81)
GOVERNORSPOOL
RETAINING RING
SCREW,1/4-20 X 1-3/16"
SCREW,1/4-20 X 1-11/16"
FLYWHEEL KEY
FLYWHEEL
LOCK WASHER
FLYWHEEL NUT
LOCK NUT, 10-32
EXTENSION SPRING
R.RM. ADJUSTING BOLT
SOLID STATEIGNITION
SPARK PLUG COVER
SOLID STATEMOUNTING STUD
SCREW,TORX 1"-15,10-24 X 15/18"
GROUND SCREW
OIL SHUT-DOWNWIRE & TERMINAL
LOW OIL SHUT-DOWN SWITCH (INCL. #11
ROCKER ON/OFF SWITCH
LOW OIL SHUT-DOWN GASKET (KIT)
SCREW,TORX T-25, 10-24 X 5/8"
CYLINDER HEAD GASKET (KIT)
CYLINDER HEAD
EXHAUSTVALVE (STD.}(JNCUL.#151)
REENO,
125
128
126
127
128
130
13OA
135
139
140
149
149A
150
151
169
170
171
172
173
174
178
182
184
185
2O7
223
224
238
239
240
242
245
250
251
260
261
262
284A
265
275
276
277
281
282
285
287
290
292
296
311A
312
325
342
370G
370K
370L
380
390
4OO
418
417
42O
PARTNO,
27880A
34035
34036
650891
650690
650894A
651031
33638
33369
650838
27882
35862
27881
32581
27898A
28423
28424
28425
35350
650128
29752
30088A
33263
33877
33878
650378
27915A
28820
27272A
33268
33267
33268
33289A
650513
36488A
650788
29747B
650802
33272B
34185B
31588
650729
33013
650760
35985B
29752
30962
26460
34279B
35941
29673
29443
30063
35274
36695
36990
640152
590748
36452B
34479A
650896
730225
DESCRIPTION
EXHAUST VALVE(1/32" OS)(INCL. #151)
INTAKE VALVE(STD.)(INCL. #151)
INTAKEVALVE(1/32" OS) (INCL. #151)
WASHER
BELLEVlLLE WASHER
SCREW,5/18-18 X 2"
SCREW, 1/4-20 X 9/16"
RESISTOR SPARK PLUG (RJ17LM)
GOVERNOR GEAR BRACKET
SCREW, 10o24X 1/2"
VALVESPRING CAP
VALVESPRING CAP
VALVESPRING
VALVESPRING KEEPER
BREATHER GASKET (KIT)
BREATHER BODY
BREATHER ELEMENT
VALVECOVER
BREATHER TUBE
SCREW, 10-24 X 1/2"
NUT & LOCK WASHER 1/4-28
SCREW, 1/4-28 X 1"
CARBURETOR TO INTAKE PIPE GASKET (KIT)
INTAKE PIPE
THROTTLE LINK
SCREW,TORX %30, 5/16-18 X 1-1/8"
INTAKE PiPE GASKET (KIT)
SCREW, 10-31 X 1/2"
AIR CLEANER GASKET (KIT)
AIR CLEANER BRACKET
AIR CLEANER BRACKET
AIR CLEANER FILTER
AIR CLEANER COVER
WiNG NUT,1/4-20
BLOWER HOUSING
SCREW,5/18-18 X 3/4"
SCREW,TORX %40, 5/16 - 24 X 21/32"
SCREW, 1/4-20 X 5/8"
CYLINDER HEAD COVER
MUFFLER
LOCKING PLATE
SCREW,5/16 - 18 X3 - 3/16"
STARTER BUBBLE COVER
SCREW, 10 -32 X 3/8"
STARTER CUP
NUT & LOCK WASHER, 1/4 - 28
FUEL LINE
FUEL LINE CLAMP
FUEL FILTER(INCL. 292)
O_LFiLL RING
"O" RING
WIRE CLIP
SCREW,TORX %30, 1/4 - 20 X 1/2"
INSTRUCTION DECAL
STARTER DECAL
LOW OIL DECAL
CARBURETOR (INCL. 184}
REWIND STARTER
(NOTE: THIS ENGINECOULD HAVEBEEN
BUILT WITH 590704 STARTER).
GASKET SET
(INCL. ITEMS MARKED PK IN NOTES)
INCL. PART# 27272A, 27898A, 27915A,
29673, 33263, 33829, 34898A, 35282A,
35317, 36451
SPARK ARRESTOR KIT (INCL. 417} (OPTIONAL)
SCREW,5/16 ° 18 X 2 - 45/84"
SAE 30 4-CYCLE ENGINEOiL (QUART)
20 -- ENG