Craftsman 358.798260-32cc - Manual (Page 11)

FUELING YOUR ENGINE
BEFORE FUELING ENGINE:
AWARNESTG
Be sure to read the fuel safety information in the Warn­
ings and Safety Instructions section on page 4 of this
manual before you begin.
If you do not understand the fuel safety section DO NOT
attempt to fuel your unit; seek help from someone that
does understand the fuel safety section or call the Cus­
tomer Assistance Hotline at 1-800—235-5878,
GASOLINE
The two—Qfcle engine on this product requires a fuel mix­
ture of regular unleaded gasoline and a high quality en­
gine oil for lubrication of the bearings and other moving
parts. The correct fuel/oil mixture is 40:1 (see Fuel Mix­
ture Chart). Too little oil or the incorrect oil type will
cause poor performance and may cause the engine to over­
heat and seize.
Gasoline and oil must be premixed in a clean approved fuel
container. Always use fresh regular unleaded gasoline.
IMPORTANT! Experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels called gasohol (or using ethanol or metha­
nol) can attract moisture, which leads to oil/gas separa­
tion 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, then run the fuel out of the carburetor and fuel
Knes by starting the engine and letting it run until it
stops. Use fresh fuel next season. See STORAGE
instructions for additional information. Never use en­
gine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or
permanent damage may occur.
FUEL STABILIZER ,
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing
the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Always follow the fuel mix ratio found on the stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor.
You do not have to drain the fuel tank for storage if you are
using fuel stabilizer.
CRAFTSMAN 40; 12 cycle engine oil ii specially Wended
with fUel stabilizers. If you do not use this Sears oil, you
can add a fuel stabilizer (such as Craftsman No. 33500) to
your fuel tank.
2-CYCLE OIL:
CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2 cycle oil is strongly recommended.
This oil is specially blended with fuel stabilizers for
increased fuel stability (extends fuel life up to 5 times
longer) and reduced smoke. ■
If CRAFTSMAN 2 cycle oil is not available, use a good
quality
2 cycle AIR-COOLED engine oil that has a
recommended fuel mix 40:1.
IMPORTANT! Do not use:
• AUTOMOTIVE OIL
• BOAT OILS (NMMA, BIA. etc.)
These oils do not have proper additives for 2—cycle,
AIR-COOLED engines and can cause engine damage.
GASOLINE AND OIL MIXTURE
Mix gasoline and oil as follows:
• Consult chart for correct quantities.
• Do not mix gasoline and oil directly in the fuel tank.
FOR ONE GALLON:
• Pour 3.2 ounces of high quality, 2-qycle engine oil
into an empty, approved one gallon gasoline con­
tainer.
• Add one gallon of regular unleaded gasoline to the
gallon container, then securely replace the cap.
Shake the container momentarily. ^
• The mixture is now ready for use. Fuel stabilizer
can be added at this time if desired; follow mixing
instructions orn^he label.
FUEL MIXTURE CHART
40:1 FuehOil Mix Ratio
Gasoline Oil (fl. oz.)
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1 gallon 3.2
1.25 gallons 4.0
2.5 gallons 8.0