Storage - Craftsman C944.518240 Operator's Manual

WARNING:
Perform the following
steps after each use:
S Allow engine to cool, and secure the
unit before storing or transporting.
S Store unit and fuel in a well venti-
lated area where fuel vapors cannot
reach sparks or open flames from
water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store unit with all guards in place.
Position unit so that any sharp object
cannot accidentally cause injury.
S Store unit and fuel well out of the
reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of sea-
son or if it will not be used for 30 days
or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period
of time:
S Clean the entire unit before lengthy

storage.

S Store in a clean dry area.
S Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
FUEL SYSTEM
Empty the fuel system before storage for
30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,
start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use
fresh fuel next season. Under
in the section of this
ENGINE OPERATION
manual, see message labeled
regarding the use of gaso-
IMPORTANT
hol in your engine.
STORAGE
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alterna-
tive in minimizing the formation of fuel
gum deposits during storage. Add stabi-
lizer to gasoline in fuel tank or fuel stor-
age container. Follow the mix instruc-
tions found on stabilizer container. Run
engine at least 3 minutes after adding
stabilizer.
Craftsman 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil
(air cooled) is already blended with
fuel stabilizer. If you do not use this
Sears oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer
to your fuel tank.
ENGINE
S Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea-
spoon of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) through the spark plug open-
ing. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to
10 times to distribute oil.
S Replace spark plug with new one of
recommended type and heat range.
S Clean air filter.
S Check entire unit for loose screws,
nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam-
aged, broken, or worn parts.
S At the beginning of the next season,
use only fresh fuel having the proper
gasoline to oil ratio.
OTHER
FUELING
S Do not store gasoline from one sea-
son to another.
S Replace your gasoline can if it starts
to rust.
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