Craftsman 358.798260-32cc - Manual (Page 26)

STORAGE
Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of the
season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
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WARNING:
ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL, AND SE­
CURE THE UNIT BEFORE STORING OR
TRANSPORTING IT IN A VEHICLE.
STORE UNIT AND FUEL IN AN AREA
WHERE FUEL VAPORS CANNOT REACH
SPARKS OR OPEN FLAMES FROM WA­
TER HEATERS, ELECTRIC MOTORS OR
SWITCHES, FURNACES, ETC.
STORE UNIT WITH ALL GUARDS IN
PLACE. POSITION SO THAT ANY SHARP
OBJECT SUCH AS BLADES CANNOT
ACCIDENTLY CAUSE INJURY TO PASS­
ERS BY.
STORE THE UNIT OUT OF THE REACH
OFCHILDREN.
GAS TRIMMER/BRUSHCUTTER STORAGE
INSTRUCTIONS
If your trimmer/torushcutter Is to be stored for a period of
time, clean it thoroughly prior to storage. Remove any
dirt, sawdust, leaves, oil, grease, etc. Store in a clean dry
area.
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• Clean the entire unit.
• Clean air filter. Refer to “Customer Responsibilities".
• Open the line head assembly and clean any dirt, grass or
debris that has collected. Inspect the cutting line, if old
(chalky look and sticky to the touch), remove and dis­
card. Install fresh new line the next time product is to be
used.
• Lightly oil external metal surfaces to prevent rust from
forming.
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CAUTION; Wear protective gloves when
handling blade. The blade Is sharp and
can cut you even when It Is not moving.
If your unit is equipped with a blade, remove it from the
unit. Refer to “AssembI/'. Apply a coating of oil to the
entire surface of the blade and wrap it in heavy paper,
cloth, or plastic. Also apply a light coat of oil to gear hous­
ing threads, then tighten blade nut securely for storage.
Reassemble all loose parts, being sure that all handles
and guards are in place and are securely fastened. Re­
place any damaged parts.
ENGINE
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur to fuel system com­
ponents.
Follow these instructions:
a. Drain the fuel from the unit into an approved
fuel container.
b. Drain the fuel lines and carburetor by starting
the engine and letting it run until it stops.
. c. Allow the engine to cool before storage.
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from
forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carbure­
tor, fuel filter, fuel line or tank during storage. Also, experi­
ence Indicates that alcohol blended fuels, those that use
ethanol or methanol (called gasohol or oxygenated fuel),
can attract moisture and form acidic gas which will damage
your engine. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system
should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer.
NOTE; Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini­
mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.
Add stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage
container. Always follow the mix instructions found on stabi-
llzer container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the caiburetor.
NOTE: Craftsman 40:1 2-cycle engine oil is specially
blended with fuel stabilizers. If you do not use this SEARS
oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer (such as Craftsman #33500)
to your fuel tank.
• Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of 40:1 oil mix
through the spark plug opening. Slowly pul! the starter
rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil to inner engine sur­
faces. ’ ‘
• Replace spark plug with a new one of the recommended
type and heat range. Refer to “Product Specifications".
• Clean air filter. Refer to "Customer Responsibilities".
• Reinstall all covers-and hardware removed for access:
tighten all screws arid fasteners.
• Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Re­
place any damaged, broken, or worn parts.
• Use fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio at the
beginning of the next season.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust
and/or dirt in your fuel system will cause problems.
• Store your unit in a well ventilated area and covered, if
possible, to prevent dust and dirt accumulation. Do not
cover with plastic. Plastic cannot breathe and will induce
condensation and eventual rust or corrosion.
IMPORTANT; Never cover unit while engine and exhdust
areas are still warm.
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