Storage - Craftsman WEEDWACKER 358.798490 Operator's Manual

STORAGE
Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of
the season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
.... _ WARNING:
ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL, AND
SECURE THE UNIT BEFORE STORING
OR TRANSPORTING 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, ETCo
STORE UNIT WITH ALL GUARDS tN
PLACE. POSITION SO THAT ANY SHARP
OBJECT CANNOT ACCIDENTALLY CAUSE
INJURY TO PASSERS BYo
STORETHE UNIT OUT OFTHE REACH OF
CHILDREN.
FUEL SYSTEM
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur to fuel system
components. Follow these instructions:
= Drain the fuel from the unit into an approved fuel con-
tainer.
• Drain the fuel lines and carburetor by starting the
engine and letting it run until it stops
• Allow the engine to cool before storage
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits
from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the
carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage
Also, experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels,
those that use ethano_ or methanol (called gasohol or
oxygenated fuel), can attract moisture and form acidic
gas which will damage your engine .To avoid engine prob-
lems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage
of 30 days or longer.
GAS TRIMMER STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
If your trimmer is to be stored for a period of time, clean
it thoroughly prior to storage. Remove any dirt, _eaves,oil,
grease, etc. Store in a clean dry area.
° Clean the entire unit
° Clean air filter. Refer to "Customer Responsibilities."
° Open the semi-automatic head assembly and clean
any dirt, grass or debris that has collected.
• Inspect the cutting line_Old cutting line may be chalky
or sticky to the touch. Remove and discard old line and
install fresh new line.
, Lightly oil external metal surfaces to prevent rust from
forming
• Re-assemble all loose parts, being sure that all handles
and guards are in place and are securely fastened
Replace any damaged parts_
• The recommended storage position is either vertically
with the fuel cap on top, or horizontally with the fuel cap
up_Do not store unit with the cutting attachment up.
, Hang the unit by the brackets under the motor housing
to avoid fuel leaks..Make sure the unit is positioned so
that the line limiter cannot cause injury
1_ CAUTION: WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES
WHEN HANDLING LINE LIMITER. THE
BLADE IS SHARP AND CAN CUT YOU°
Fue! stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing
the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage
container Always follow the mix instructionsfound on sta-
bilizer containers Run engine at least 5 minutes after
adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the car-
buretor
CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2-cycle engine oil (AIR-COOLED) is
specially blended with fuel stabilizer. If you do not use
this Sears oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer (such as
CRAFTSMAN Noo33500) to your fuei tank.
INTERNAL ENGINE
• Remove spark plug and pour t teaspoon of 40:1 2-
cycle engine oil (AIR*COOLED) through the spark plug
opening. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to
distribute oil to inner engine surfaces
- Replace spark plug with a new one of the recommended
type and heat range Refer to "Product Specifications."
• Clean air filter. Refer to "Customer Responsibilities."
, Re-install all covers and hardware removed for access;
tighten all screws and fasteners_
° Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts
Replace any damaged, broken, or worn parts
• Lightly oil external metal surface to prevent rust from
forming.
• Use fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio at
the beginning of the next season
OTHER
- Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust
and/or dirt in your fuel system will cause problemso
° Store your unit in a well ventilated area and covered, if
possible, to prevent dust and dirt accumulation Do not
cover wilh plastic° Plastic cannot breathe and will
induce condensation and eventual rust or corrosion.
IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER UNIT WHILE ENGINE
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM
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