Craftsman 358.79828 Operator's Manual page 25

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STORAGE
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mmediate!y prepare your unitfor storage at the end of the
eason or If it will not be used for 30 days or more.
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WARNING:
ALLOWTHE ENGINE TO COOL, AND
SECURE THE UNIT BEFORE STORING
ORTRANSPORTING IT IN A VEHICLE.
STORE UNIT AND FUEL IN AN AREA
WHERE FUEL VAPORS CANNOT REACH
SPARKS OR OPEN FLAMES FROM
_/trATER HEATERS, ELECTRIC MOTORS,
OR SWITCHES, FURNACES, ETC.
STORE UNIT WITH ALL GUARDS IN
PLACE, POSITION SO THAT ANY SHARP
OBJECT SUCH AS_BLADES CANNO_,
ACCIDENTALLY C:AUSE_IN_J URY_TO!
PASSER BY.
STORE THE UNIT OUT OF-THE REACH
OF CHILDRENJ .....
AS TRIMMEPJBRUSHCUTTER STORAGE
INSTRUCTIONS
your tdmmer/brushcutter is to be stored for a period of
ne, clean it thoroughly pdo[ to storage. Remove any dirt,
ave, oil, grease, eto. Store in a clean dry area.
Clean the entire unit.
Clean air fiifer. Refer to =CustomerResponsibilities'.
Open the dual line head assembly and clean any dirt,
grass or debris that has collected. Inspect the cutting
line, if old (chalky look and stickyto the touch), remove
and discard. Install fresh newlinethe_me product
is to be used.
Lightly oil external metal surfaces to prevent rust from
forming.
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ENGINE
Never use engine orcarburetorcleaner productsin the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur to fuel system
components.
Followthese instructions:
1. Drain the fuel from the unit into an approved
fuel container.
2. Drain the fuel lines and carburetor by starting
the engine and letting it rununtil it stops.
3. Allow the engine to cool before storage.
IMPORTANT: it is'impodantt0 i_re,ventgum depositsf_:orn
forming in essential fuel system pads such as the carbure-
tor,fuel tilter,fuel line or tank duringstorage. Also, experi-
ence indicates that alcohol blended fuets; those that use
.... #thar_o! or methanol (called gasohol or oxygenated,fuel)i.
:_::, :;can_attract moisture and form acidicgas whichwilldamage
your engine. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system
should 10e emptied before storage of 30 days or longer.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing
the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank Orfuel storage
container. Always follow the mix instructions found on
stabilizer container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after
adding stabnizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the
carburetor.
Craftsman 40:1 2-cycle engine oil isspecially 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 pullthe statter '
rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil to inner engine
surfaces.
• Replace spark plug with a new one of the
recommended type and heat range. Referto=Product ,
If your unit is equipped with a blade, remove it from the
uniL Refer to =Assembly". 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
housing threads, then tighten blade nut for storage.
Reassemble all loose pads, being sure that all handles
and guards are in place and are securely fastened.
Replace any damaged parts.
The recommended storage position is either vertically
wrth the fuel cap on top, or horizontally with the fuel cap
up- Do not store unit with the cutting attachment
up, above the engine.
CAUTION: Wear proteetive:gloves when I , , _n_i._,_ec!f!..cafons-...........
handling blade, 1"he bladeis-;sharp-and ,-{ _r,., .,:, Ulean,_ur ,zer. Herarzo L_us[omer HesponsiDirues.
can cut you even whenit is no,t.movin,q., k_ * Reir_stallall covers and hardware removed for acoess;
tighten all screws and fasteners.
- Check entire un'd for loose screws, nuts, and bolts.
Replace 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 rusL
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 EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.
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