Craftsman C944.514321 Instruction Manual page 7

tion. m ove t hechoke l ever t othe
HALF
CHOKE position and pull the
rope until engine runs, but no more
than 6 pulls.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move the ON/OFFswitch to the ON
position.
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6
times.
3. Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
4. Engage the throttle lock as directed
in STARTINGA COLD ENGINE,
NOTE: Keep the throttle lock engaged
until the engine starts.
5. Pull starter rope sharply until engine
runs, but no more than 5 pulls.
6. Allow the engine to run 10 seconds,
then move choke lever to the OFF
CHOKE position.
7. Release the throttle lock by squeez-
ing and releasing the throttle trigger.
NOTE: ff engine has not started, pull
starter rope 5 more pulis. If engine still
does not run, it is probably flooded. Pro-
ceed to STARTING A FLOODEDENGINE.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by
placing the ON/OFFswitch in the ON
position and the choke lever in the OFF
CHOKE position and engaging the
throttle lock as directed in the START-
INGA COLD ENGINEsection; then, pull
the rope to clear the engine of excess
fuel, Starting could require pulling the
starter rope many times depending on
how bedly the unit is flooded.
If the unit still doesn't start, refer to the
TROUBLESHOOTINGTABLEor call
1-800-235-5878.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
WARNING: Ensure ON/OFFswitch is in the OFF position and disconnect
the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjust-
ments.
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK
Check for loose fasteners and parts
Check for damaged or worn parts
Inspect and clean unit and labels
Clean air filter
Inspect muffler and spark arresting screen
Replace spark plug
Replace fuel filter
WHEN TO PERFORM
Before each use
Before each use
After each use
Every 5 hours of operation
Every 50 hours of operation
Yearly
Yearly
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 Fitter
• Housing Screws
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact your Sears Service Centre for
replacement of damaged or worn parts.
• ON/OFFSwitch - Ensure ON/OFF
switch functions properly by moving
the switchto the OFF position.Make
sure engine stops; then restart engine
and continue.
• Fuel Tank - Do not use unit If fuel tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS
• Before and after each use, inspect
complete unitfor loose or damaged
parts.
• After each use, clean the unit and la-
bels using a damp cloth with a mild
detergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
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