Craftsman 316.794791 Operator's Manual page 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Rules ....................................... 2
Warranty .......................................... 4
Know Your Unit ..................................... 5
Assembly Instructions ................................ 6
Oil and Fuel Information .............................. 8
Starting/Stopping Instructions ......................... 9
Operating Instructions ............................... 10
Maintenance and Repair Instructions ................... 11
Cleaning and Storage ............................... 13
Troubleshooting Chart ............................... 14
Specifications ..................................... 15
Parts List ........................................ E17
Service Numbers ........................... Back Cover
SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE
NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of
California, Maine, Oregon and Washington. All U.S. Forest Land
and the state of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and
4443), Oregon and Washington require, by law that certain internal
combustion engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-covered
areas be equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective
working order, or the engine be constructed, equipped and
maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or local
authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure
to follow these requirements could subject you to liability or a fine.
This unit is factory equipped with a spark arrestor. If it requires
replacement, ask your Sears or other qualified service dealer to
install the Accessory Part #753-05631 Muffler Assembly.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS
CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO
CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER
REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible
dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your
careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by
themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they
give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT:
Indicates danger, warning or
caution. Attention is required in order to avoid serious
personal injury. May be used in conjunction with other
symbols or pictographs.
DANGER:
Failure to obey a safety warning will result
in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow
the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock and personal injury.
WARNING:
Failure to obey a safety warning can
result in injury to yourself and others. Always follow the
safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock and personal injury.
CAUTION:
Failure to obey a safety warning may
result in property damage or personal injury to yourself
or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the
operation or maintenance of the equipment.
Read the Operator's Manual and follow all warnings and safety
instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the
operator and/or bystanders.
FOR QUESTIONS, CALL
1-800-659-5917
* IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS *
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING
WARNING:
When using the unit, you must follow the
safety rules. Please read these instructions before operating
the unit in order to ensure the safety of the operator and any
bystanders. Please keep these instructions for later use.
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and
proper use of the unit.
• Read this operating instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow
adults unfamiliar with the instructions to use the unit. Never allow
adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.
• All blower tubes must be installed properly before operating the unit.
SPECIAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS ENGINES
WARNING:
Gasoline is highly flammable, and its I
vapors can explode if ignited. Take the following
I
precautions:
• Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and approved
for the storage of such materials.
• Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank.
Never remove the cap of the fuel tank, or add fuel, when the engine
is hot. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank.
• Add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated area outdoors where there are
no sparks or flames. Slowly remove the fuel cap only after
stopping engine. Do not smoke while fueling. Wipe up any spilled
fuel from the unit immediately.
• Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do not start
the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
• Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling source and site
before starting the engine. Do not smoke. Keep sparks and open
flames away from the area while adding fuel or operating the unit.
WHILE OPERATING
• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building.
Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this unit only in a well-
ventilated outdoor area.
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI
Z87.1 standards and are marked as such. Wear ear/hearing
protection when operating this unit.
• Never run the unit without the the proper equipment attached.
• To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s),
always wear ear/hearing protection when operating this unit.
• Wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves, and a long sleeve shirt. Do
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