Craftsman 358.794780 Operator's Manual page 13

NOTE: Do not clean filter in gasoline
or other flammable solvent. Doing so
can create a fire hazard or produce
harmful evaporative emissions.
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.
4. Allow filter to dry.
5. Apply a few drops of oil to the filter;
squeeze filter to distribute oil.
6. Replace parts.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plug each year to ensure
the engine starts easier and runs better.
Set spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Igni-
tion timing is fixed, nonadjustable.
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder
and discard.
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y
spark plug and tighten securely
with a 3/4 inch socket wrench.
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
REPLACE FUEL FILTER
To replace fuel filter, drain unit by run-
ning it dry of fuel, then remove fuel
cap/retainer assembly from tank. Pull
filter from tank and remove it from the
fuel line. Install new fuel filter on fuel
line; reinstall parts.
Fuel Filter_,\_, Fuel Line
CHECK MUFFLER MOUNTING
SCREWS
Once each year, ensure muffler
mounting screws are secure and tight-
ened properly to prevent damage.
MUFFLER AND SPARK ARRESTING
SCREEN
,_WARNING: The muffler on this
product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer.
NOTE: THE SPARK ARRESTING SCREEN
ON THIS UNIT IS NOT SERVICEABLE.
For normal homeowner use, the muf-
fler and spark arresting screen will not
require replacement. After 50 hours of
use, we recommend that your muffler
be replaced by your Sears Service
Center.
CARBURETOR IDLE SPEED
ADJUSTMENT
The carburetor has been carefully set
at the factory. Adjustments may be
necessary if you notice any of the fol-
lowing conditions:
• Engine will not idle when the throttle is
released.
To adjust idle speed:
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until
engine runs without stalling (idle speed
too slow).
• Turn idle speed screw clockwise to
increase engine speed if engine
stalls or dies.
• Turn idle speed screw counterclock-
wise to decrease engine speed.
Idle Speed Screw
Air
Filter
Cover
Muffler
Mounting
Screw
If you require further assistance or are
unsure about performing this proce-
dure, contact your Sears Service Cen-
ter or call our customer assistance
help line at 1-800-235-5878.
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