Craftsman 316.79499 - Manual (Page 14)

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
AIR FILTER
To Clean Air Filter:
1. Loosen knob (A) holding air filter cover in place,
remove cover (B) and lift filter (C) from air box (Figure
20 & Figure 21).
2. Wash filter in soap and water. DO NOT USE GASO-
LINE!
3. Air dry filter.
4. Reinstall filter.
NOTE: Replace filter if frayed, torn, damaged or unable
to be cleaned.
FUEL CAP / FUEL FILTER
NOTE: Keep vent (A) on fuel cap clean of debris (Figure
22).
Fuel Filter:
1. Completely remove fuel cap from fuel tank (B) to be
able to remove fuel filter (C) from tank. Use a piece of
wire (C) with a hook formed at the end to pull filter
out of tank. (Figure 23)
2. Pull filter (D) off with a twisting motion. (Figure 24)
3. Replace fuel filter (D). (Figure 24)
NOTE: Never operate the blower without the fuel filter.
Internal engine damage could result!
IDLE ADJUSTMENT
The carburetor was pre-set at the factory for optimum
performance. If further adjustments are necessary take
your blower to a Sears or other qualified service dealer.
NEVER operate blow-
er without the air fil-
ter. The air filter must be kept clean. If it
becomes damaged, install a new filter.
CAUTION:
Remove fuel from unit
and store in approved
container before starting this procedure. Open
fuel cap slowly to release any pressure which
may have formed in fuel tank.
CAUTION:
Fig. 20
Fig. 21
B
A
C
Fig. 22
Fig. 23
Fig. 24
A
C
B
D
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