Maintenance And Repair Instructions - Craftsman INCREDI-PULL 316.794830 Operator's Manual

WARNING:
To prevent serious injury, never perform
maintenance or repairs with unit running. Always service
and repair a cool unit. Disconnect the spark plug wire to
ensure that the unit cannot start.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Perform these required maintenance procedures at the frequency
stated in the table. These procedures should also be a part of any
seasonal tune-up.
NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require special tools or
skills. If you are unsure about these procedures take your unit
to a Sears or other qualified service dealer.
FREQUENCY
Before starting engine
Every 10 hours
1st change at 10 hours
2nd change at 40 hours
Every 40 hours after
10 hours on new engine
Every 40 hours
Every 40 hours
200 hours
CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL
WARNING:
Wear gloves to prevent injury when
handling unit.
The importance of checking and
maintaining the proper oil level in the
crankcase cannot be
overemphasized. Check oil before
each use:
1. Stop the engine and allow
oil to drain into the
crankcase.
2. Place the engine on a level
surface (Fig. 16).
3. Clean the area around the oil
plug before removing it. Keep
dirt, grass clippings, and other
debris out of the engine.
4. Remove the oil fill plug.
5. Look into the oil fill hole (use a
flashlight if needed). The oil
should be just touching the
innermost thread (Fig. 17).
6. If the oil level is not touching the
innermost thread on the oil fill hole,
add a small amount of oil to the oil
fill hole and recheck (Fig. 17).
Repeat this procedure until the oil
level reaches the innermost thread
on the oil fill hole.
NOTE: Do not overfill the unit.
NOTE: Make sure the O-ring is in place
on the oil fill plug when checking
and changing the oil (Fig. 18).
CHANGING THE OIL
For a new engine, change the oil after the first 10 hours of operation.
Change the oil while the engine is still warm. The oil will flow freely
and carry away more impurities.
1. Remove the oil fill plug.
2. Pour the oil out of the oil fill hole and into a container by tipping
the unit to a vertical position (Fig. 19). Allow ample time for

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel
Check oil
Clean and re-oil air filter
Change oil
Change oil
Clean spark arrestor and change oil
Check rocker arm to valve clearance and adjust
Check rocker arm to valve clearance and adjust
Check spark plug condition and gap
Take unit to a Sears or other qualified service center for service
Fig. 16
Oil Fill
Innermost
Hole
Thread
Fig. 17
NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control
devices and system may be performed by a Sears or other
qualified service dealer.
In order to assure peak performance of your engine, inspection of
the engine exhaust port may be necessary after 50 hours of
operation. If you notice lost RPM, poor performance or general lack
of acceleration, this service may be required. If you feel your engine
is in need of this inspection, refer service to a Sears or other
qualified service dealer for repair. DO NOT attempt to perform this
process yourself as engine damage may result from contaminants
involved in the cleaning process for the port.
complete drainage.
3. Wipe up any oil residue on
the unit and clean up any oil
that may have spilled.
Dispose of the oil according
to Federal, State and local
regulations.
4. Refill the crankcase with 2.03
fluid ounce (60 ml) of SAE 30
SF, SG, SH oil.
NOTE: Use the bottle and spout
saved from initial use to
measure the correct
amount of oil. The fill line
on the label on the bottle
measures approximately
2.03 ounces (60 ml) (Fig.
20). Check the level, See
Checking the Oil Level. If
the level is low, add a
small amount of oil and
recheck. Do not overfill
(Fig. 17).
5. Replace the oil fill plug.
6. Reconnect the spark plug
boot.
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SEE
p. 7
p. 10
p. 11
p. 10
p. 10
p. 13 & 10
p. 12
p. 12
p. 13
Oil Fill Plug
O-Ring
Oil Fill Hole
Fig. 18
Fig. 19
Fill Level
Fig. 20
Fill Line