Craftsman 316.292650 Operator's Manual page 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Service Information ................................. 1
Rules for Safe Operation ............................. 2
Warranty information ................................ 4
Know Your Unit .................................... 5
Assembly instructions ............................... 6
Oil and Gas Information .............................. 7
Starting/Stopping Instructions ......................... 8
Operating instructions ............................... 9
Maintenance and Repair Instructions ................... 9
Cleaning and Storage .............................. 13
Troubleshooting Chart .............................. 14
Specifications .................................... 15
Parts List ....................................... E17
Service Information ............................... E20
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 LOCAL SERVICE DEALER to install the
Accessory Part #753-05297 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
,_ erious 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
Before beginning, locate the unit's model plate. It lists the model and serial numbers of your unit. Refer to the sample plate below and
copy the information for future reference.
Model Number
Parent Part Number
\MODEL: /
ITEM : l
Copy the model and parent part number here:
Copy the serial number here:
= 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.
* Do not operate this unit when tired, i11, o r under the influence
of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
* Children and teens under the age of 15 must not use the unit,
except for teens guided by an adult.
• All guards and safety attachments must be installed properly
before operating the unit.
Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts. Check
for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure.
Replace parts that are cracked, chipped, or damaged in any
way. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit. Remove all
debris and hard or sharp objects such as glass, wire, etc.
Be aware of the risk of injury to the head, hands and feet.
Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets. At a
minimum, keep all children, bystanders, and pets outside a 50
feet (15 m) radius; there still may be a risk to bystanders from
thrown objects. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear