Craftsman 358.794600 Operator's Manual page 12

7. Pull starter rope handle with a con-
trolled and steady motion until en-
gine runs, but no more than 6 pulls.
NOTE: If the engine doesn't start
after 6 pulls (at the HALF CHOKE
position), move the choke lever to
the FULL CHOKE position and press
the primer bulb 6 times. Squeeze
and hold the throttle trigger and pull
the starter rope 2 more times.
Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position and pull the starter
rope until the engine runs, but no
more than 6 pulls. If the engine still
doesn't start, it is probably flooded.
Proceed to STARTING A FLOODED
ENGINE.
8. Once the engine starts, allow it to
run 10 seconds, then move the
choke lever to the RUN position.
Allow the unit to run for 30 more se-
conds at RUN before releasing the
throttle trigger. NOTE: If engine dies
with the choke lever in the RUN po-
sition, move the choke lever to the
HALF CHOKE position and pull the
rope until engine runs, but no more
than 6 pulls.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
2. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and
hold through all remaining steps.
3. Pull starter rope handle with a
controlled and steady motion until
engine runs, but no more than 6
pulls.
4. Allow engine to run 15 seconds,
then move the choke lever to RUN.
NOTE: If engine has not started, pull
starter rope 5 more pulls. If engine still
does not run, it is probably flooded.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by plac-
ing the choke lever in the RUN position;
then, pull the rope to clear the engine of
excess fuel. This could require pulling
the starter handle many times depend-
ing on how badly the unit is flooded. If
the unit still doesn't start, refer to
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.
_ILWARNING: 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
plug before performing maintenance or
accessing movable parts.
WHEN TO PERFORM
Before each use
Before each use
After each use
Every 5 hours of operation
Yearly
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
• Muffler
• Spark Plug Boot
• Air Filter
• Housing Screws
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