Craftsman INCREDI.PULL 316.794000 Operator's Manual page 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Rules for Safe Operation ................................................ 2
Warranty ............................................................. 4
Know Your Unit ....................................................... 4
Assembly Instructions .................................................. 5
Oil and Fuel Information ................................................. 6
Starting/Stopping Instructions ............................................ 6
Operating Instructions .................................................. 7
Maintenance and Repair Instructions ...................................... 8
Cleaning and Storage .................................................. 9
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 1 O
Specifications ....................................................... 11
Parts List ........................................................... 25
Service Information ............................................ 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 #753-06418 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.
purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety I
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symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The I
safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings
they g ve are not subst tutes for proper acc dent prevent on 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.
NOTE: Advises of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance
of the equipment.
I _IIL I DANG ER: 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.
I _hb, I 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.
I _L, I 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: This Unit Can Use a Plug-In Power Start or Power Bit Start Optional
Accessory!
Please refer to the Plug-in Power Start or Power Bit Start operator's manual for
proper use of these features. (Items Sold Separately! Please refer to page 9 of
this manual for more information about purchasing these accessories.)
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 1-8OO-4-MY-HOME®
All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest
product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes
at any time without notice.
" IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS "
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING
I_, I WARNING:
When using the unit, you must follow the safety rules. Please I
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read these instructions before operating the unit in order to ensure the safety of
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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 net 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.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS UNITS
I ,_ I WARNING: Gas°line is highly flammable, and its vap°rs can expl°de if I
ignited. Take the following 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 fuel tank cap or add fuel when the engine is hot. Always loosen the fuel tank cap
slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank before fueling. Do net smoke.
• Always mix and add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated outdoor area where there are no
sparks or flames. De not smoke.
• Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
• Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel from the
unit immediately before starting the engine. Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m)
from the fueling source and site before starting the engine. Do net smoke.
• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes
can kill. Only operate this unit in a well-ventilated outdoor area.
WHILE OPERATING
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as meeting ANSI Z87.1-198g standards
and are marked as such. Wear ear/hearing protection when operating this unit.
• Never run the unit without 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 hea W long pants, boots, gloves, and a long sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose
clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.
• To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear rubber gloves or any other insulated
gloves while operating this unit.
• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Keep outside surfaces free from oil and fuel.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position whenever pulling the starter
rope. The operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. Refer to
Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard area while engine is running.
Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by the air intake
and thrown out by the discharge opening, damaging unit, property, or causing
serious injury to bystanders or operator.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for its intended purpose.
• Do not force unit. It will do the job better and with less likelihood of injury at a rate for
which it was designed.
• Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes,
rooftops, etc. Always keep proper footing and balance.
• Always hold the unit with a firm grip when operating.
• Keep hands, face, and feet away from all moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop
the impeller when it is rotating. Do not operate without guards in place.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free
of dirt, debris, and anything that may reduce the air flow.
• Do not touch the engine or muffler. These parts get extremely hot from operation,
even after the unit is turned off.
• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to do the job. Do not run
the engine at high speed when not in use.
• Always stop the engine when operation is delayed or when walking from one location
to another.
• Stop the engine for maintenance, repair, to install or remove the blower tubes. The
unit must be stopped and the impeller no longer turning to avoid contact with the
rotating blades.
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