Craftsman WEEDWACKER 358.796160 Operator's Manual page 18

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Adjusting the carburetor is a compli-
cated task. Carburetor adjustment is
critical and if done improperly can per-
manently damage the engine as well as
the carburetor. We recommend that you
take your unit to a Sears Service Center
for any necessary adjustments.
mlWARNING: Perform the follow-
ing steps after each use:
• Allow engine to cool before storing
or transporting.
• Store unit and fuel in a well venti-
lated area where fuel vapors cannot
reach sparks or open flames from
water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
• Store unit with all guards in place.
Position unit so that any sharp ob-
ject cannot accidentally cause injury.
• Store unit and fuel well out of the
reach of children.
• Store the unit in a horizontal position
with the spark plug facing up.
• DO NOT store or transport the unit
with the spark plug facing down.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of sea-
son or if it will not be used for 30 days
or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period
of time:
• Clean the entire unit before lengthy
storage.
• Store in a clean dry area.
• Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
• We highly recommend that you drain
the fuel tank prior to lengthy storage
(30 days or more). Drain all fuel from
the fuel tank into the proper recep-
tacles for storage.
• Press purge bulb 15 times to re-
move all fuel from carburetor and
fuel line. Drain this fuel into proper
receptacles. If fuel is to be disposed,
please refer to local rules for proper
disposal.
• Remove spark plug.
• Place 5cc of oil into spark plug hole.
Do not overfill.
• Pull the starter rope slowly 8 - 10
times to properly coat the cylinder
bore and piston for storage. Replace
plug and tighten. Any residual oil
may burn off in subsequent starts
which may result in white smoke
from the muffler.
• Store the unit in a horizontal position
with the spark plug up. DO NOT store
or transport the unit with the spark
plug down.
CAUTION: Storing unit in
over 10 degrees
NOTE: Storing or transporting the unit
with the spark plug down may result in
white smoke coming from the muffler
or difficult starting.
• When removing the unit from storage,
only use fresh gasoline. Perform the
routine operation checks as described
in this manual before any start.
FUEL SYSTEM
Empty tile fuel system before storage
for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas
tank, start the engine and let it run un-
til the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Under ADD GASOLINE in the
OPERATION section of this manual,
see message labeled IMPORTANT
regarding the use of gasohol in your
engine.
• Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or
permanent damage may occur.
• Use fresh fuel next season.
ENGINE OIL
• Drain engine oil (with engine warm)
and replace with clean oil. See
CHANGE ENGINE OIL in the MAINTE-
NANCE section.
CYLINDER
• Replace spark plug with new one of
recommended type and heat range.
OTHER
• Clean air filter.
• Check entire unit for loose screws,
nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam-
aged, broken, or worn parts.
• Do not store gasoline from one sea-
son to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if it starts
to rust.
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