Craftsman 636.796670 - Manual (Page 4)

PREP4B1MG FOR OPERATIOM
Fuai and oil mixture
inspect the fuel tank and fill with clean, fresh fuel of
the proper mixture This engine requires a mixture of
16 parts gasoline to 1 part oil |1 gal gasoline to 8 oz
oil) Use 71-36555 Craftsman Engine Oil or a high grade
two cycle engine oil.
WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels
(called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) cart attract
moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids
during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied
before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start
the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor
are empty,- Use fresh fuel next season See Storage Instructions
for additional information
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.
DO NOT MIX GASOLINE AND OIL DIRECT­
LY IN THE ENGINE FUEL TANK.
IMPORTANT: Failure to follow proper fuel mix
instructions could result in serious damage to
the engine
CAUTION:
When preparing fuel mixture, mix only the amount needed
for the job you are to do Do not use fuel mixture that has
been stored longer than two (2) months Fuel mixture
stored longer than this will cause hard starting and poor
performance If fuel mix has been stored longer thart this
time it should be replaced and filled with a fresh mixture.
CAUTION! NEVER over Fill Fuel Tank
NEVER add fuel to the tank in a closed un-ventilated area,
00 NOT add fuel to this unit near an open fire or sparks.
BE SURE to wipe off spilled fuel before attempting to start
the engine,
DO NOT attempt to refuel an extremely hot engine.
Check paints before operation
CHECK for loose bolts, nuts and fittings
Clean the air filter of all dirt, etc before the operation.
PRECAyTIOMS I3UR1MG OPERATIOIS
1. if the blades have stopped orr account of a branch
caught during the trimming, be sure to stop the engine
and eliminate the branch. Refrain from cutting too
hard or too thick a branch lover X" in diameter),
2 .
When the machine is running, never touch the blades
Never point the blades toward a person.
3 Hold BUSHWACKER firmly with both hands.
4, The engine speed must not be excessive but just enough
to do the cutting
5, To avoid a burn, do not touch the engine during the
operation or immediately after stopping, the engine.
Handle the engine after it is completely cooled.
6, Never operate BUSHWACKER on unstable ground or
standing on tiptoe Never use it while climbing a ladder,
7, Do not use the BUSHWACKER continuously for a long
time. It is normal to take a break of 10 to 20 minutes
after every 50-minute operation.
8, Never leave the BUSHWACKER running unattended,
9, if there is any trouble during operation, be sure to stop
the engine first, (Move the switch to STOP )
STARTIMCi AUD STOPPING
1, When starting the engine, set the switch to START.
(Figure 1)
2 The choke control is a "Lever" type, (See. Figure 2). To
choke the engine, push the choke lever to "Close"
position, NOTE: If the engine is warm, it may be
started with the choke lever mid-way between "OPEN"
and "CLOSE", depending on the individual engine.