Storage; Gas Chain Saw Storage Instructions - Craftsman 358.356242 Operator's Manual

STORAGE
immediately prepare your unfffor storage atthe end of the
season or if it will not be used for 30 days or mere,
WARNING
ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL, AND
SECURE THE UNIT BEFORE STORING
OR TRANSPORTING IT IN A VEHICLE.
STORE UNIT AND FUEL IN AN 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 SO THAT ANY SHARP
OBJECT SUCH AS THE CHAIN CANNOT
•ACCIDENTLY CAUSE INJURY TO
PASSERS BY.
STORE THE UNIT OUT OF THE REACH
OF CHILDREN.
GAS CHAIN SAW STORAGE
INSTRUCTIONS
If yourchain saw is to be stored for a period of time, clean it
thoroughly prior to storage. Remove any dirt, sawdust,
leaves, oil, grease, etc. Store in a clean dry area.
• Clean the entire unit.
• Clean air filter. Refer to "Customer ResponstbiFdies".
inspect the barclamp area and clean any dirt, sawdust,
grass, or debris that has collected. Inspect the guide
bar and chain; replace a guide bar that is bent, warped,
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way. Re-
place a damaged or worn chain.
Ughtly oil external metal surfaces to prevent rust from
forming.
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CAUTION: Wear protective gloves when
handling chain. The chain is sharp and
can cut you even when it is not moving.
• Apply a coating of oil to the entire surface of the guide
bar and chain; wrap it in heavy paper, cloth, or plastic.
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ENGINE
Never useengine orcerburetor cleanerproductsin thefuel
tank or permanent damage may occurto fuel systemcom-
ponents.
Follow these instructions:
1. Drain the fuel from the unitinto an approved
fuel container.
2. Drain the fuel lines and carburetor by starting
the engine and lettJngit run until it stops.
3. Allow the engine to cool before storage.
IMPORTANT: It is importantto prevent gum deposits
from formingin essentialfuel system partssuch as the car-
buretor, fuel filter, fuel line, or tank during storage. Also,
experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called
gasohcl (or using ethanol or methanol) can attract tools-
.... ture" whichteade to:oil/gas-separation and formation of
acids during storage which wil! damage your engine. To
:_ _ avoid engineproblems, thefuel system shouldbe emptied
before storage of 30 days Or|0nger.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in rrdntmizing
the formation of fuel gum deposits dudng storage. Add
stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage
container. Always followthe mix instructionstouna on sta-
bilizer container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after ad-
ding stabilizer to allow stabilizer to reach the carburetor.
Craftsman 40:1 2-cycle engine oilis speciallyblended with
fuel stabilizers. If you do not use this SEARS oil,you can
add a fuel stabilizer (such as Craftsman #33500) to your
fuel tank.
• Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of 40:1 oil mix
through the spark plugopening. Slowly puUthe.starter
rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oi! to inner engine sur-
faces.
• Replace spark plug with a new one of the rectum-
mended type and heat range. Referto =ProductSpeci-
fications".
• Clean air filter. Refer to =Customer Responsibilities'.
• Reinstall all covers and hardware removed for access;
: tightenall screws and fasteners.
• Checkentire unitforlcosescrews, nuts, andbolts. Re-
place any damaged, broken, or wornparts.
• Use fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio at
the beginning of the next season.
OTHER
• Do not store gasolinefrom one season to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if your can startsto rusL
Rust and/or dirt in your fuel system will cause prob-
lems.
• Store your unitin a well ventilated area and covered, if
possible, to prevent dust and dirt accumulation. Do not
cover with plastic. Plastic cannot breathe and will in-
duce condensation and eventual rust or corrosion.
•
Be sure _l ha_dJesoandggaZds are,in place.and are.s_: IMPORTANT: Never cover uoitwhile engine and exhaust
curety fastened. Replace any damaged parts, areas are stillwarm.
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