Craftsman 536.773600 Operating Instructions Manual page 10

OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
Oil Recommendation
Only use highqualitydetergentoil rated with
API serviceclassification SG, Selectthe oil's
SAE viscositygrade according to your ex-
pected operatingtemperature:
32°F I
Colder _,-_ m.--, Dmm_ Warmer
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NOTE: Although multi-vlscastty oils
(5W30, lOW30, etc.) Improve starting In
cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils
will result in Increased oil consumption
when used above 32°F. To avoid possible
engine damage from running low on oil,
frequently check your engine oil level.
Check The Engine Oil
Before each use, check the engine oil as
follows:
1. Put the trimmeron a level surface.
2. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstickshownin
Figure8.
3. Make surethe oilreachesthe FULL mark
on the oiltillcap/dipstick.
4. If necessary,add oil untilthe FULL mark
on the oilfill cap/dipstick is reached. DO
NOT OVERFILL. See "Oi!Recommenda-
tion"for the grade andtype of oilto use.
How To Fill With Gasoline
NOTICE: ENGINES WHICH ARE CERTI-
FIED TO COMPLY WITH CALIFORNIA AND
US EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR
ULGE ENGINES: Are certified to operate on
regular unleaded gasoline. Include the follow-
ing emission control system(s): EM, TWC (if
so equipped). Include any user adjustable
features-therefore no other adjustments are
needed.
WARNING: Never fig the gas tank
whlle the engine Is running or
hot. Allow the engine to cool
before adding gasoline. Immedl-
atsty wipe off any spilled gaso-
line before you start the engine.
WARNING: Gasoline Is flam-
mable. Use caution when han-
dling or storing gasoline. Keep
away from an open flame or an
electrical spark. Do not smoke
while filling the fuel tank. Store
gasoline In a clean, approved
container In a cool well ventilated
place; never In the house.
Fillthe fuel tank witha fresh,clean, unleaded
regular,unleaded premium, or reformulated
automotive gasoline only. DO NOT use
leaded gasoline. Be sure that the gasoline
containeris clean and free from dustor other
foreign particles.Never use gasolinethat is
stalefrom long periodsof storage, Reinstall
fuelcap.
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called
gasohol or using methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an en-
glna while In storage. To avoid engine
problems, empty the fuel system before
storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the fuel
tank. Start the engine and let It run until the
fuel lines end carburetor are empty. Never
use engine or carburetor cleaner products
In the fuel tank or permanent damage may
occur. See "Storage Instructions" for addi-
tional Information.
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