Craftsman 358.797290 Operator's Manual page 9

DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a
flooded engine)
Flooded engines can be started by plac-
ing the choke lever in the RUN position.
Move throttle lever to the fast position
; then, pull rope until engine starts.
After engine starts, move the throttle le-
ver to the slow position — to allow en-
gine to idle.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK
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Check for damaged or worn a
Clean unit and labels
Clean air filter
Re lace spark plu
Replace fuel filter
Check muffler bolts
A WARNING: Stop engine and be
sure the impeller blades have stopped
turning before opening the vacuum in-
let door or attempting to insert or re-
move the vacuum or blower tubes.
The rotating blades can cause serious
injury. Always disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance or
accessing movable parts.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cov-
er items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To re-
ceive full value from the warranty, the
operator must maintain unit as instruct-
ed in this manual. Various adjustments
will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Spark Plug Boot
• Air Filter
• Housing Screws
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact Sears Service Center for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
• ON/STOP Switch - Ensure ON/STOP
switch functions properly. To stop en-
gine, push and hold switch in the
STOP position until engine comes to
complete stop. Make sure engine
Starting could require pulling the starter
rope many times depending on how
badly the unit is flooded. If the unit still
doesn't start, refer to the
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800-235-5878.
WHEN TO PERFORM
Before each use
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After each use
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stops; then restart engine and contin-
ue.
• Fuel Tank - Do not use unit if fuel tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
• Vacuum Bag - Do not use vacuum
bag if it is torn or damaged.
CLEAN UNIT & LABELS
• Clean the unit using a damp cloth
with a mild detergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
Air Filter
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Cleaning the air filter:
A dirty air filter decreases engine per-
formance and increases fuel consump-
tion and harmful emissions. Always
clean after every 5 hours of operation.
1. Clean the cover and the area
around it to keep debris from falling
into the carburetor chamber when
the cover is removed.
2. Remove parts as illustrated.
a NOTE: Do not clean filter in gasoline
or other flammable solvent. Doing so
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Air Filter
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