Operation - Craftsman 358.799240 Operator's Manual

OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE: 2-CYCLE OIL:
WARNING
BE SURE TO READ THE FUEL SAFETY
INFORMATION IN THE WARNINGS
AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SEC-
TION ON PAGE 4 OF THIS MANUAL
BEFORE YOU BEGIN.
IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND THE
FUEL SAFETY SECTION DO NOT AT-
TEMPT TO FUEL YOUR UNIT;, SEEK
HELP FROM SOMEONE THAT DOES
UNDERSTAND THE FUEL SAFETY
SECTION OR CALL THE CUSTOMER
ASSISTANCE HOTLINE AT
1-800-235-5878.
GASOLINE
The two-cycle engine on this product requires a fuel mix-
ture of regular unleaded gasoline and a high quality en-
gine off for lubrication of the bearings and other moving
parts. The correct fue!!oil mixtureis 40:1 (see FuelMix-
furs Chart). Too little oil or the incon'ect oil type _ll
cause poor performance and may cause the engine to over-
heat and seize.
Gasoline and oil must be premixed in a clean approved fuel
container. Always use fresh regular unleaded gasoline.
IMPORTANt. Experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels called gasohol (or using ethanol or metha-
nol) can attract moisture, which leads to oil]gas separa-
tion and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To
avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied
before storage for 30 days or longer° Drain the gas tank,
then run the fuel out of the carburetor and fuel lines by
starting the engine and letting it run until it stops. Use
fresh fuel next season. See STORAGE instructions for
additional information. Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage
may occur.
FUEL STABILIZER
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing
the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabRizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Always follow the fuel mix ratio found on the stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor.
You do not have to drain the fuel tank for storage ifyan are
using fuel stabilizer.
CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2 cycle engine oil is speciany blended
with fuel stabi_ers. If you do not use this Sears off, you
can add a fuel stabilizer (such as Craftsman No. 33500) to
your fuel tank.
CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2 cycle off is strongly recommended.
This oil is specially blended with fuel stabilizers for
increased fuel stability (extends fuel life up to 5 times
longer) and reduced smoke.
If CRAFTSMAN 2 cycle oil is not available, use a good
quality 2 cycle AIR-COOLED engine oil that has a
recommended fuel mix ratio of 40:l.
IMPORTANTI Do not use:
• AUTOMOTIVE OIL
• BOAT OILS (NMMA, BIA. etc.)
These oils do not have proper additives for 2-cycle,
AIR-COOLED engines and can cause engine damage.
GASOLINE AND OIL MIXTURE
Mix gasoline and oil as follows:
° Consult chart for correct quantities.
• Do not mix gasoline and oil directly in the fuel tank.
FOR ONE GALLON:
• Pour 3.2 ounces of high quality, 2-cycle engine oil
into an empty, approved one gallon gasoline con-
tainer.
• Add one gallon of regular unleaded gasoline to the
gallon container, then securely replace the cap_
Shake the container momentarily.
• The mixture is now ready for use. Fuel stabilizer
can be added at this time if desired; follow mixing
instructions on the label,
FUEL MIXTURE CHART
40:1 Fuel:Oil Mix Ratio
1 gallon 3.2
1.25 gallons 4.0
2.5 gallons 8.0