Craftsman 358.791031 - Manual (Page 18)

STORAGE
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WARNING: Perform the follow­
ing steps after each use:
• Allow engine to coo! before storing
or transporting,
• Store unit and fuel in a well venti­
lated 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 ob­
ject cannot accidentally cause injury.
• Store unit and fuel well out of the
reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of sea­
son or if it will not be used for 30 days
or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period
of time:
• Clean the entire unit before lengthy
storage,
• Store in a clean dry area.
• Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
FUEL SYSTEM
Empty the fuel system before storage
for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas
tank, start the engine and let it run un­
til the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season.
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA­
TION section of this manual, see mes­
sage labeled IMPORTANT regarding
the use of gasohol in your engine.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alter­
native in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel
tank or fuel storage container. Follow
the mix instructions found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 3 min­
utes after adding stabilizer.
Craftsman 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) is already blended with fuel
stabilizer. If you do not use this Sears
oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer to
your fuel tank,
ENGINE
• Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea­
spoon of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) through the spark plug
opening. Slowly puli the starter rope
8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
• Replace spark plug with new one of
recommended type and heat range.
• Clean air filter.
• Check 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 if it starts
to rust.
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