Instruction Manual
25cc / 1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle
GASOLINE HEDGE TRIMMER
Model No.
C944.514321 - 22" Blade
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
WARNING:Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of this product.
Sears Canada, inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
530165302-01 6/1/04
Warranty Statement 2 Storage 9
Safety Rules 2 Treubleshooting Chart 10
Assembly 4 Emissions Statement 11
Operation 5
Maintenance 7 Parts List Center Section
Service &Adjustments 8 Parts and Ordering Back Cover
LIMITED "1_/O(2) YEAR WARRANTY FOR CRAFTSMAN®GAS POWERED HEDGE
TRIMMER
For two (2)years from the date of purchase Sears Canada, Inc.,willrepair or replace
tree of charge, at Sears option, parts which are detect{re as a resultof materials or
workmanship.
COMMERCIALOR RENTALUSE:
Ifthis Gas Hedge Trimmer is used for commercial application the warranty is void.
This warranty does NOT cover:
1. Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades,
starter rope, spark plugs, and filter.
2. Pre-delivery setup.
3. Customer negleot; operating Hedge Trimmer without proper fuel mixture.
Warranty service is available by returning the Gas Hedge Trimmer to the nearest
Sears Service Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this
product is in use in Canada.
This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty _nd does not exclude or limit
legal rights you may have but shall runconcurrently with applicable provincial legisla-
tion. Furthermore, some provinces DO NOTallow limitation on how long an implied
warranty will last so the above ]imitations may not apply to you.
Sears Canada, Ino,, Toronto, Ontario MSB2B8
_LDANGER: THISPOWERTOOLCAN
BEDANGEROUS/This unit can cause se-
dous injury including amputation or blind-
ness to the operatorand others. The
warnings and safety instructions in this
manual must be follewed to provide rea-
sonable safety and efficiency in using
this unit. The operator is responsible for
following the warnings and instruclJons in
this manual and on the unit. Never allow
childrento usa this tool.
_WARN|NG: Faitureto fettow all
Safety Rules and Precautions can ra-
salt in serious injury.
KNOW YOUR UNIT
• Read your instruction manual care-
tullyuntilyou completely understand
and can follow all warnings and
safety rules before operating the unit.
• Restrictunitto users who understand
and willfollow allwarnings and safety
rules in this manual and on the unit,
PLAN AHF.AD
,_ WARNING: Inspectthe area be-
fore startingthe unit. Remove all debris
and hard objects such as rocks,glass,
wire, etc. thatcan ricochet, be thrown,
or otherwise cause injuryor damage
duringoperation.
• Alwayswear eye protec_onwhen op-
erating,servicing,orperformingmain-
tenance on unit.Wearingeye protec-
tionwillhelp to preventbrushor dabris
frombeingthrownorricochetinginto
eyesand facewhichcan resultin
blindness and!orserious injury.Eye
protection should be marked Z87.
• Wear hearing protec_onwhen usk_
this unit.
* Secure hairabove shoulderlength.Se-
cure or remove jewelry, looseclothing,
or clothing w_ _oose_ hanging straps,
ties, tassels, etc.They can be caught
inmoving parts.
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sa_f_e_ B_o_s _ _IL WARNING:
Bladescanthrowobjectsviolently.
. ,_ • Youcan beblindedor injured.
• Wearsafety glasses.
Glasses
_, WARNING:
Hazardzoneforthrownobjects
Bladescanthrowobjectsviolently.
i Otherscan beblindedor inured.
Keeppeopeandan mas 30feet
(10m) away.
Bladesmove Allow bladestostop _& WARNING:
_=._:momentarily beforeremoving Bladesmovemomentarilyafterthe
after the them fromthecut. triggeris released.
triggeris _ ..-.,,_Jt • The bladescan seriouslycutyou or
others,
• Allowbladesto stopbefore
removingthemfrom thecut.
• Stay alert. Do not operate unit when
you are tired, ill, upset, or ff you are
under the influence of alcohol, drugs,
or medication.
• Keep children, bystanders, and ani-
mals away from work area a mini-
mum of 30 feet (10 meters) when
starting or operating unit.
If situations occur which are not cov-
ered in this manual, use care and good
judgment. Ifyou need assistance, con-
tact your Seers Service Centre.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
• Eliminate all sources of sparks or
flame (including smoking, open
flames, or work that can cause
sparks) in the areas where fuel is
mixed, poured, or stored.
• Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area;
store fuel in a cool, dry, well ver_lated
place; use an approved, marked con-
tainer for all fuel purposes.
• Do not smoke while handling fuel or
while operating the unit.
• Do not fill fuel tank while engine is
running.
• Make sure the unitis properlyas-
sembled and in goodoperating con-
dition,
• Avoid spillingfuel or oil. Wipe up fuel
spillsbefore starting the engine.
• Move at least t0 feet (3 meters)
away from fuel and fueling site before
starting engine.
• Always store gasolinein a container
approved forflammable liquids.
OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
_' DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP
HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE - Blade
moves momentarily alter the trigger is
released. Do not attempt to clear away
cut matedal when the blade is in mo-
tion. Make sure the ON/OFFswitch is in
the OFF position, the spark plug wire is
disconnected, and the blade has
stopped moving before removing
jammed material from the cutting
blade. Do not grab or hold the unit by
the cutting blade.
• Inspect unitbefore each use for
worn, loose, missing, or damaged
parts. Do not use until unit is in
proper working order.
• Keep outside surfaces free from oil
and fuel.
• Never start or run engine inside a
closed room or building, Breathing
exhaust fumes can kill.
• Avoid dangerous environments. Do
not use in unventilated areas or
where explosive vapors or carbon
monoxide build up could be present.
• DO not overreach or use from unsta-
ble surfaces such as ladders, trees,
steep slopes, rooftops,etc. Keep firm
footing and balance at all times.
• Do not raise unit above your shoul-
ders;the cuttingblade can come
dangerously close to your body,
• Always keep unit in front of yourbody.
Keep all partsofyour body away from
the curing blade.
• Keep the cuttingblade and airvents
free fTomdebris.
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• Use only for jobs explained in this
manual.
MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
• Have ait maintenance and service
not explained inthis manual per-
formed by a Sears Service Centre.
• Disconnect spark plug before per-
forming maintenance except for car-
buretor adjustments.
• Do not use a cuttingblade that is
bent, warped, cracked, broken, or
damaged in any other way. Have
worn or damaged parts replaced by
your Sears Service Centre.
• Use only recommended Craftsman®
cutting blades and replacement
parts; use of any other parts may
void your warranty and cause dam-
age to your unit.
• Empty fue_tank before storing the unit.
Use up fuel left in carburetor by starting
engine and letting it run unf_litstops.
• Hand carry the unit with the engine
stopped and the muffler and cutting
blade away from your body.
• Allow engine to cool, empty the fuel
tank, and secure the unit before stor-
ing or transporting it in a vehicts.
• Do not store the unit or fuel in a
closed area where fuel vapors can
reach sparks or an open flame from
hot water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
• Store the unit so the cutting blade
cannot accidentally cause injury.
• Store in a dry area out of reach of
children.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gaso-
line powered hand tools could cause
blood vessel or nerve damage in the
fingers, hands, and joints of people
prone tocirculation disorders or abnor-
mal swelling. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked toblood ves-
sel damage in otherwise healthy
people, if symptoms occur such as
numbness, pain, loss ofstrength,
change in skin coloror texture, or loss
offeeling in the fingers, hands, or
joints, discontinuethe use of thistool
and seek medical attention. An
antivibration system does not guaran-
tee the avoidance of these problems.
Users who operate power tools on a
continualand regular basis must moni-
torclosely their physical conditionand
the conditionof thistool.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Your hedge trim-
met is equippedwith a temperature
limitingmuffler and spark arresting
screen which meets the requirements
ofCalifornia Codes 4442 and 4443. All
U.S. forest land and the states of Cali-
fornia, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New
Jersey, Oregon, and Washington re-
quire by law that many internalcom-
bustionengines be equipped with a
spark arresting screen, Ifyou operate
a hedge trimmer in a state or locale
where such regulations exist,you are
legally responsible formaintaining the
operating conditionofthese parts.
Failure todo so is a violationof the law.
For normal homeowner use, the muffler
and spark arresting screen will not re-
quire any service. After 50 hours of
use, we recommend that your muffler
and spark arresting screen be replaced
by your Sears Service Centre.
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol-
lowing list.
Model C944.514321
• Hedge Trimmer
• Scabbard
• 2-Cycle Engine Oil
Examine parts for damage. Do not use
damaged parts.
NOTE: Ifyou need assistance orfind
parts missing or damaged, contact
your Sears Service Centre.
It is normalfor the fuel filter to rattle in
the empty fuel tank.
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is
normaldue to carburetor adjustments
and testing done by the manufacturer.
ASSEMBLY
Your hedge trimmer is fully assembled;
noassembly is required.
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KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER
READTHISINSTRUCTIONMANUALAND SAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERATINGYOUR
UNIT Compare the illustrationswithyour unitto familiarize youreeffwiththe location
ofthe variouscontrols and adjustments.Save this manual forfuture reference.
Muffler
ON/OFF
Switch
Spark Plug _.
_. Throttle Lock
Hand Guard -_.
Lock-out
Primer
ON/OFF SWITCH
The ON/OFFSWITCHis used to stop the
engine, To stop the engine, move the
switchto the OFFposition.
CHOKE
The CHOKEhelpsto supplyfuel to the
engine to aid in cold starling.Activate the
choke by movingchoke liver to the de-
sired position.See STARTINGYOUR EN-
GINEforcomplete startinginformation.
Trigger
Bulb
Choke Lever Fuel Mix FillCap
PRIMER BULB
The PRIMERBULBremoves air from the
fuel lines and fills them with fuel. This
allowsyou to startthe engine with few-
er pullson the starter rope, Activate the
primer bulbby pressing itand allowing
itto returnto its originalform,
THROTTLE TRIGGER
The THRO3-1LETRIGGERcontrolsengine
speed. Squeeze the triggerfor fullspeed
operatiea;release it for idlespeed.
_IL WARNING; Muffler is very hot
during and after use. Do not touch the
muffler or allow combustJbtematerial
such as dry grass orfuel to do so.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
WARNING: Be sure to read the
fuel informationinthe safety rules
before you begin. Ifyou do not
understand the safety rules, do not
attempt tofuel your unit, Contact your
Sears Service Centre.
FUELING ENGINE
_I=WARNING: Remove fuel cap
slowlywhen refueling.
This engineis certifiedto operateon
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,
gasolinemust bemixed witha good
qualitysynthetic2_'ycli air-cooled
engineoil.We recommendCraftsman
brandsyntheticoil.Mix gasolineand oil
at a ratioof40:1, A 40:1 ratioisobtained
by mixing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) ofoilwith 1
gallon(4 litres)of unleadedgasoline,
Includedwiththis bimmeris a 3.2 ounce
(95 ml)containerof oil.Pourthe ent#e
contents of this containerinto 1 gallon (4
I_es) of gasoline to achieve the proper
fuel mixture. DONOTUSEautomotive oil
or boat oil. These oils wi]lcause engine
damage. When mixing fuel, follow
instructions printedon container.
Once oil is added to gasoline, shake
container momentarily to assure that the
fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read
and follow the safety rules relalJngto fuel
before fueling your unit.
IMPORTANT
Experienceindicatesthat alcohol
blendedfuels (calledgasoholor using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to separationand formation
of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of an engine
white in storage. To avoid engine prob-
lims, empty the fuel system before stor-
age for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas
tank,startthe engine and let it run until
thefuel lines and carburetorare empty.
Use fresh fuel nextseason.Never use
engine or carburetorcleaner productsin
thefuel tank or permanentdamage may
occur. See the STORAGEsection for
eddiitonal information.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT POINTS
• Use the minimum throttle speed nec-
essary to effectively cut hedges for
optimal hedge trimmer performance.
• Never attempt to use this hedge trim-
mer to cut hedges that have any
branches with a diameter larger than
7/16" (1 cm).
OPERATING POSITION
Hearing_'_
Protection _- EYo_ection
t2._.
STOPPING YOUR ENGINE
• To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF
switch to the OFFposition,
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
• Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3
meters) away from the fueling site.
• Hold the unit on the ground in the
starting position as shown. Support
unit so the blade is off of the ground
and away from trees, bushes, on-
lookers, etc.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
Throttle_/_
Trigger
!
1. Move the ON
position.
ThrottleLock
/ Throttle
OFFswitchto the ON
2, Engage the throttle lock as follows:
• press the throttle lock-out;
• squeeze and hold throttle trigger;
• press and hold throttle lock;
• release the throttle trigger
NOTE: Keep the throttle lock engaged
unlJlthe engine starts.
ON OFF
_,, // Switch
3. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
4. Move the choke lever to the FULL
CHOKEposition.
PrimerBulb Choke
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5, Pull starter rope handle sharply until
engine sounds as ifit is trying to run,
but do not pull rope more than 6
times.
6. Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKEposition.
7. Pull starter rope sharply until the en-
gine runs, but no more than 6 pulls.
NOTE: Ifthe engine doesn't start af-
ter 6 pulls (atthe HALF CHOKEposi-
tion), check to make sure the ON/
OFF switch is in the ON position.
Move the choke lever to the FULL
CHOKEposition and press the prim-
er bulb 6 times; pullthe starter rope
2 more times. Move the choke lever
to the HALFCHOKEposition and pull
the starter rope until the engine
runs, but no more than 6 more pulls.
ffthe engine stilldoesn't start, itis
probably flooded. Proceed to
STARTINGA FLOODEDENGINE.
8. Once the engine starts, allow itto
run 10 seconds, then move the
choke lever to the OFFCHOKEposi-
tion.Allow the unit to run for 30 more
seconds at the OFFCHOKE position
before squeezing and releasing the
throttle trigger to release the throttle
lock. NOTE: If engine dies with the
choke lever in the OFF CHOKEposi-
tion.movethechokelevertothe
HALFCHOKE position and pull the
rope until engine runs, but no more
than 6 pulls.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move the ON/OFFswitch tothe ON
position.
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6
times.
3. Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKEposition.
4. Engage the throttle lock as directed
in STARTINGACOLDENGINE,
NOTE: Keep the throttle lock engaged
until the engine starts.
5. Pull starter rope sharply until engine
runs, but no more than 5 pulls.
6. Allow the engine to run 10 seconds,
then move choke leverto the OFF
CHOKEposition.
7. Release the throttle lock by squeez-
ing and releasing the throttle trigger.
NOTE: ff engine has not started, pull
starter rope 5 more pulis. Ifengine still
does not run, it isprobably flooded. Pro-
ceed to STARTINGA FLOODEDENGINE.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by
placing the ON/OFFswitch in the ON
position and the choke lever inthe OFF
CHOKEposition and engaging the
throttle lock as directed in the START-
INGA COLD ENGINEsection; then, pull
the rope to clear the engine of excess
fuel, Starting could require pulling the
starter rope many times depending on
how bedly the unit isflooded.
Ifthe unit still doesn't start, refer to the
TROUBLESHOOTINGTABLEor call
1-800-235-5878.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
WARNING: Ensure ON/OFFswitch isin the OFFposition and disconnect
the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjust-
ments.
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK
Check for loose fasteners and parts
Check for damaged or worn parts
Inspect and clean unit and labels
Clean air filter
Inspect muffler and spark arresting screen
Replace spark plug
Replace fuel filter
WHEN TO PERFORM
Before each use
Before each use
After each use
Every 5 hours of operation
Every 50 hours of operation
Yearly
Yearly
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cov-
er items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence, To re-
ceive full value from the warranty, the
operator must maintain unit as instruct-
ed in this manual. Various adjustments
will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Spark Plug Boot
• Air Fitter
• Housing Screws
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact your Sears Service Centre for
replacement of damaged orworn parts.
• ON/OFFSwitch - Ensure ON/OFF
switch functions properly by moving
the switchto the OFFposition.Make
sure engine stops; then restart engine
and continue.
• FuelTank - Do notuse unit Iffuel tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS
• Before and after each use, inspect
complete unitfor loose or damaged
parts.
• After each use, clean the unitand la-
bels usinga damp cloth with a mild
detergent.
• Wipe off unitwith a clean dry cloth.
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CLEAN AIR FILTER
Air Filter
Cover
Air Filter
Screw
A dirty airfilter decreases engine per-
formance and increases fuel consump-
tionand harmful emissions. Always
clean after every 5 hours of operation.
1. Clean the cover and the area
around itto keep debris from falling
intothe carburetor chamber when
the cover isremoved.
2. Remove partsas illustrated.
NOTE: To avoid creating afire hazard
or producing harmful evaporative emis-
sions, do notclean filter in gasoline or
other flammable solvent.
3. Wash the tilter in soap and water.
4. Allow tiltarto dry.
5. Add a few drops of oil tothe tilter;
squeeze filterto distributeoil.
6. Replace parts.
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK
ARRESTING SCREEN
NOTE: THESPARKARRESTINGSCREEN
ONTHIS UNITISNOTSERVlCF_ABLE.
As the unit isused, carbon deposits
build up on the muffler and spark ar-
resting screen. For normal homeowner
use, however, the muffler and spark ar-
resting screen will not require any ser-
vice. After 50 hours of use, we recom-
mend that your muffler and spark ar-
resting screen be replaced by a Sears
Service Centre.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plugeach year to en-
sure the engine startseasier and runs
better.Set spark plug gap at 0,025 inch
(0.6 mm). Ignition timing is fixed, non-
adjustable.
1. Twist,then pulloff spark plug boot.
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder
and discard.
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y
spark plug and tighten securely with
a 3/4 inch (19 ram) socket wrench.
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
REPLACE FUEL FILTER
To replace fuel filter, drain unit by run-
ningit dryoffuel, then remove fuel cap/
retainer assembly from tank. Pullfilter
from tank and remove it from the fuel
line. Installnew fuel fitter on fuel line;
reinstallparts.
Fuel Filter
_iI Line
_WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance,
service or adjustments except forcar-
buretor adjustments.
We recommend all service and adjust-
merits not listed in this manual be per-
formed by your Sears Service Centre.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: Keep otbers away
when making idle speed adjustments.
The blade willbe moving during most
ofthis procedure. Wear your protective
equipment and observe all safety pre-
cautions. When making adjustments,
use a screwdriver short enough to
keep your hands behind the hand-
guard and away from the blade. After
making adjustments, the blade must
not move at idle speed.
The carburetor has been carefully set
at the factory. Adjustments may be
necessary if you notice any of the fol-
lowing conditions:
• Engine will not idle when the throttle
is released.
• The blade moves at idle.
Keep others away when making idle
speed adjustments. Make adjustments
with the unitrestingon a level surface
free of debris that can be caught in the
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hedge trimmer blade. Serious injury to
the operator and others can occur if the
carburetor is not properly adjusted.
Keep all parts of your body away from
the blade and muffler.
Idle Speed Adjustment
Allow engine to idle.Adjust speed until
engine runs without blade moving (idle
toofast) or engine stalling(idle speed
too slow).
• Turn idle speed screw clockwise to
increase engine speed if engine
stalls or dies.
•Tum idle speed screw counterclock-
wise to decrease engine speed if the
blade moves at idle.
_WARNING: Recheck the idle
speed after each adjustment. The
blade must not move at idle speed to
avoid sedous injury to the operator or
others,
SpeedScrew
If you require further assistance or are
unsure about performing this proce-
dure, contact your Sears Service
Centre or call our customer assistance
help line at 1-800-235-5878.
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4_WARNING: Perform the following
steps aftereach use:
• Allow engine to cool, and secure the
unit before storing or transporting.
• Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated
area where fuel vapors cannot reach
sparks or open flames from water
heaters, electric motors or switches,
furnaces, etc.
• Store unit with all guards in place.
Position unit so that any sharp object
cannot accidentally cause injury.
• Store unit and fuel well out of the
reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storageat end ofsea-
son or if itwillnot be used for30 days
or more.
Ifyour unitisto be stored for a period
of time:
• Clean the entire unit,
• Store in a clean dry area.
• Clean allparts and checkfor damage.
Have damaged parts repaired or re-
placed by yourSears Service Centre.
• Lightly oil external metal surfaces, in-
cludingthe blade.
To oil the blade:
• Stop the engine and allow blade to
come to a complete stop.
• Ensure ON/OFFswitch is inthe OFF
position.
• Disconnect the spark plugwire.
• Apply a light machine oil along the
edge of the top strap as shown.
OIL
FUEL SYSTEM
Under FUELINGENGINEinthe OPERA-
TIONsection ofthis manual, see mes-
sage labeled IMPORTANT regarding
the use of gasohol in yourengine.
Fuelstabilizerisan acceptablealterna-
tivein minimizing the formation of fuel
gum depositsduringstorage.Add stabi-
lizer to gasolinein fuel tank or fuel stor-
age container.Followthe mix instructions
found on stabilizercontainer.Run engine
at least5 minutes afteradding stabilizer,
Craftsman 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) isalready blended with fuel
stabilizer.If you do not use this Seers
oil, you can add a fuel stabilizerto your
fuel tank.
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ENGINE
• Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea-
spoon of 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) through the spark plug open-
ing. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to
10 times to distribute oil.
• Replace spark plugwith new one of
recommended type and heat range
(see REPLACESPARKPLUGsection).
• Clean air filter.
• Cheek entire unit for loose screws,
nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam-
aged, broken, or worn parts.
• At the beginning of the next season,
use only fresh fuel having the proper
gasoline to oil ratio.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one sea-
son to another.
• Replace your gasoline can ifit starts
to rust,
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before perform-
ing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require
operation of the unit.
TROUBLE
Engine will not
start.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
Engine willnot
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
Engine
smokes
excessively.
Engine runs
hot,
CAUSE
1. ON/OFF switch in the OFF
position.
2, Engine flooded.
3, Fuel tank empty.
4, Spark plug notfiring,
5. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
6. Compression low.
1. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
2, Crankshaft seals worn,
3, Compression low.
1. Air filterdirty,
2, Spark plug fouled.
3, Carburetor requires
adjustment,
4. Carbon build*up on
muffleroutlet screen.
5. Compression low.
I. Choke partially on.
2. Fuel mixture incorrect.
!3. Air filter dirty.
I4. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Spark plug incorrect.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on
mLitflar outlet screen.
REMEDY
1. Move ON/OFF switchto the ON
position.
2. See "Starting a Flooded Engine"
in Operation Section.
3, Filltank with correct fuel mixture.
4. Install new spark plug.
5. Check for dirtyfuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or splitfuel line;
repair or replace.
6. Contact Sears Service (see back
cover).
1. See "Carburetor Adjustment"in
Service and Adjustments Section,
2, Contact Sears Service (see back
cover).
3, Contact Sears Service (see back
cover).
t. Clean or replace air filter.
2, Clean or replace plug
and regal}.
13. Contact Sears Service (see back
cover).
!4. Contact Sears Service (see back
I cover).
5. Contact Sears Service (see back
cover).
1. Adjust choke,
2, Empty fuel tank and refillwith
correct fuel mixture,
3. Clean or replace air filter.
4, Contact Sears Service (see back
cover).
1. See "Fueling Engine" in Operation
seclJon.
2. Replace withcorrect spark plug.
3. Contact Sears Service (see back
cover).
4. Contact Sears Service (see back
cover).
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YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND
OBLIGATIONS: The U. S. Environ-
mental Protection Agency/Environment
Canada and Sears Canada, Inc., are
pleased to explainthe emissionscontrol
systemwarranty onyour year
2002-2004 smalloff-read engine.
Sears Canada mustwarrantthe emla-
sioncontrolsystem on your small off-
read engine forthe periodsoftime listed
below providedthere has been no
abuse, neglect,or impropermaintenance
ofyour small off-read engine.Your emis-
sioncontrolsystemincludes partssuch
as the carburetorand the ignitionsys-
tem.Where a warrantableconditionex-
ists,Sears Canada willrepairyour small
off-read engineat no cost toyou. Ex-
ponees covered underwarrantyinclude
diagnosis,portsand labor. MANUFAC-
TURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE: if
any emissionsrelated parton your en-
gine (as listedunder Emissions Control
WarrantyParts List)isdefective or a de-
fect in the materials orworkmanshipof
the engine causes the failure ofsuch an
emissionrelated part, the partwillbe re-
pairedor replacedby Sears Canada.
OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSI-
BILITIES: As the smalloff-reed engine
owner,you are responsibleforthe per-
formance of the required maintenance
listed in your instruction manual. Sears
Canada recommends that you retain all
receipts coveting maintenance on your
small off-road engine, but Sears Canada
cannot deny warranty solely for the lack
of receiptsorfor your failure to ensure
the performance of allscheduledmainta-
nance. As the small off-read engine
owner, you should be aware that Sears
Canada may deny you warranty cover-
age if your smalloff-reed engine or a
port of it has failed due to abuse, ne-
glect, improper maintenance, unap-
proved modifications, or the use of parts
notmade or approved by the original
equipment manufacturer. You are re-
sponsible for presenting your small off-
road engine to a Sears Canada autho-
rized repair centre as soon as a problem
exists. Warranty repairsshould be com-
pleted ina reasonable amount of time,
not to exceed 30 days. ffyou have any
questions regarding your warranty rights
and responeibilities, you should contact
your nearest authorized service centre or
call Sears Canada at 1-800-469-4663.
WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT
BATE: The warranty periodbegins on
the date the smalloff-reed engine is par-
chased. LENGTH OF COVERAGE:
Thiswarrantyshallbe for a periodof two
years from the initialdate of purchase.
WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR RE-
PLACEMENT OF PARTS. Repairor re-
placementof any warranted partwillbe
performedat no chargeto the owner at
an approvedSears Canada servicing
centre. Ifyou have any questJansregard-
ingyour warranty rightsandresponsibili-
ties,you shouldcontact yournearest au-
thorized service cenf_e or call Sears
Canada at 1-800-469-4663. WAR-
RANTY PERIOD: Any warranted port
which is not scheduled for replacement
as required maintenance, or which is
scheduled only for regular lespection to
the effect of "repair or replace as neces-
sary" shall be warranted for 2 years. Any
warranted part which is scheduled for
replacementas required maintenance
shall be warrantedfor the period of time
up to the first scheduled replacement
point for that part DIAGNOSIS: The
owner shall not be charged for diagnos-
tic laborwhich leads to the determination
that a warranted part is def_etive if the
diagnostic work is performed at an ap-
proved Sears Canada servicingcenlre.
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: Sears
Canada may be liablefor damages to
otherenginecomponentscaused by the
failureofa warranted port still underwar-
ranty. WHAT IS NOT COVERED: All
failures caused by abuse, neglect, or im-
properreaintananceare not covered.
ADD-ON OR MODIFIED PARTS: The
useof add-on or modified partscan be
groundsfordisellewinga warrantyclaim.
Sears Canada isnot liabletocover fail-
ares of warranted padscaused by the
useof add-on or modifiedparts. HOW
TO RLE A CLAIM: If you have any
questionsregardingyour warrantyrights
and responsibilities, you should contact
your nearest authorized service centre or
call Sears Canada at 1-800-469-4663.
WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SER-
VICE: Warranty servicesor repairsshall
be previded at all Sears Canada service
centres, Call 1-800-469-4663.
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MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND
REPAIR OF EMISSION RELATED
PARTS: Any Sears Canada approved
replacement partused inthe perfor-
mance of any warranty maintenance or
repair on emission related partswill be
provided without charge to the owner if
the part is under warranty.
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
PARTS LIST: Carburetor, IgnitionSys-
tem:Spark Plug (coveredup tomainte-
nance schedule), Ignition Module.
MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The
owner is responsible for the performance
of all required maintenance as defined
in the instruction manual.
The informationon the product label indicates whichstandard your engine is certified.
Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALIFORNIA,
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant forthe fo]lawing use:
[] Moderate (50 hours)
[] Intermediate (125 hours)
[] Extended (300 hours)
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