Craftsman 358.797750 Operator's Manual page 13

open f lames from water heaters, elec-
tricmotors orswitches, furnaces, etc.
• Store unit w ithallguards i nplace.
Position unit s othatanysharp object
cannot accidentally cause injury.
• Store unit w ell o utofthereach o f
children.
• Wear protective gloves w hen h andling
blade. The blade issharp a nd can cut
you even when itisnotmoving.
EDGER STORAGE
• Clean the entire unit.
• Clean air filter (see instructions).
CAUTION: Wear protective gloves
when handling the blade. The blade is
sharp and can cut you even when it is
not moving.
• Inspect the guard area and clean
any dirt, grass, leaves, or debris that
has collected. Inspect the blade and
blade guard; replace a blade that is
bent, warped, cracked, broken, or
damaged in any other way.
• Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
• Apply a coating of oil to the entire
surface of the blade; wrap it in heavy
paper or cloth.
• Be sure all handles and guards are
in place and are securely fastened.
Replace any damaged parts.
• Check entire unit for loose screws,
nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam-
aged, worn, or broken parts.
• Do not cover with plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe and will induce con-
densation and eventual rust or corro-
sion.
FUEL SYSTEM
Never use engine or carburetor clean-
er products in the fue! tank or perma-
nent damage may occur to fuel system
components. Follow these instructions.
• Drain the fuel from the unit into an
approved fuel container.
• Drain the fuel lines and carburetor by
starting the engine and letting it run
until it stops.
• Allow 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 hose, or tank during
storage. Also, experience indicates
that alcohol blended fuels, those that
use ethanol or methanol (called
gasohol or oxygenated fuel), can at-
tract moisture and form acidic gas
which will damage your engine. To
avoid engine problems, the fuel sys-
tem should be emptied before storage
for 30 days or longer.
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. Always
follow the mix instructions found on
stabilizer containers. Run engine at
least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer
to allow the stabilizer to reach the cap
buretor.
CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2-cycle engine oil
(AIR COOLED) is blended with fuel sta-
bilizer, if you do not use this Sears oil,
you can add a fuel stabilizer (such as
Craftsman No. 33500) to you fuel tank.
INTERNAL ENGINE
• Remove spark plug and pour I tea-
spoon of 40:1 2-cycle engine oil (AIR
COOLED) through the spark plug
opening. Slowly pull the starter rope
8 to t0 times to distribute oil to inner
engine surfaces.
• Replace spark plug with a new one of
recommended type and heat range.
• Clean air filter. Refer to Customer
Responsibilities.
• Re-insta!l all covers and hardware
removed for access; tighten all
screws and fasteners.
• Check entire unit for loose screws,
nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam-
aged, broken, or worn parts.
• User fresh fuel next season.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one sea-
son to another.
° Replace your gasoline can if your
can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in
your fuel system wilt cause prob-
lems.
° Store your unit in a well ventilated
area and covered, if possible, to pre-
vent dust and dirt accumulation. Do
not cover with plastic. Plastic cannot
breathe and wilt induce condensa-
tion and eventual rust or corrosion.
IMPORTANT: Never cover unit while
engine and exhaust areas are still
warm.
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