Craftsman 358.794700 Operator's Manual page 12

Starter
Handle
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Start
Lever
Primer
Bulb
4. This unit has the Sim-pulTM starting
system. You do not have to pull the
starter rope handle sharply or
briskly. Pull starter rope handle 5
times with a controlled and steady
motion (no more than 3 times
above 90°F). If engine starts and
runs prior to 5 pulls, allow engine to
run for 5 seconds; then, fully
squeeze the throttle trigger to dis-
engage the starting system (start
lever returns to RUN position).
Steps 5 and 6 are not necessary.
5. Fully squeeze the throttle trigger to
disengage the starting system (start
lever returns to RUN position).
6. Pull starter rope handle with a con-
trolled and steady motion while
squeezing throttle trigger until
engine starts and runs.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Squeeze and hold the throttle trig-
ger.
2. Pull starter rope handle with a con-
trolled and steady motion while
squeezing throttle trigger until en-
gine starts and runs.
NOTE: Normally, the warm starting
procedure can be used within 5-10
minutes after the unit is turned off. If
the unit sits for more than 10 minutes
without being used, it will be necessary
to start the unit by following the steps
under STARTING A COLD ENGINE or fol-
lowing the starting instruction steps
shown on the unit.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by
moving the start lever to the RUN posi-
tion and fully squeezing the throttle
trigger. Pull the starter handle repeat-
edly while squeezing throttle trigger
until engine starts and runs. This could
require pulling the starter handle 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.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
,_ WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance,
service, or adjustments.
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK
Check for loose fasteners and parts
Check for damaged or worn parts
Inspect and clean unit and labels
Clean air filter
Replace spark plug
Replace fuel filter
Check muffler mounting screws
,_ WARNING: Avoid touching muf-
fler unless engine and muffler are cold.
A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
,_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
WHEN TO PERFORM
Before each use
Before each use
After each use
Every 5 hours of operation
Yearly
Yearly
Yearly
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.
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