Craftsman 917.38919 owner manual Maintenancej, Storage

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MAINTENANCE_J_

AiR FILTER (R)

Your engine wtil not run property and may be dBmaged by using a dirty air tiger,

Replace the aL__]ter evely year, more often if you mow in very dusty, dim/condtaons. DO not wash air filler=

1_Turn cover to the left (counterclockwise) and remove It and tiger fu:)m flange. DIsr.ard fllta,',

2, Clean coverand flange lhomughiy.

3.fusert new filter into cova_,

4.Position cover and ftitar ag_nst flange wtih tz_bon

cover i_ _'fiolowerleticomer of s{st th flange.

S. Push cover firmly against flange and fum it to the fight (clockwise) as far as It wig go. Be sure retainers are locked around flange,

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire haz.ard and/or damage

•PARK PLUG

Change your spark plug each year to make your engine start easier and run better Set spark plug gap at .030 inch

Storage

Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will net be

u_ed for 30 days or mote_

When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove alldlr_, grease, leaves, stc, Store in a clean, dry area.

. Clean estlre lawn mower (See "Cleaning" In the Maintenance section of this manual)

-L.ubdc_ta as shown In toe Matotenance section of

this manual.

•Be sure lhat all nuts, be fls. screws, and pins are securcly fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace tf necessary

•Touchupagrustadorchlppedpalntsudacas; sand tighfly before paint]ng_

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: it Is Jmportont to prevent gum

deposits from Iormtng in essential fuel system parts such as c_rburstor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank

during storage. Also, experience ]ndic_tas that alcohol blended fuels (catied gasohcl o_"using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separaUon and formation of acids dudng storage. Addlc gas can damage the fuel system of

an engine while in Storage.

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•Start the engine and let It run unfii the fucl ]_nes and carburclor are empty,

•Never use engine or carburetar cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur

= Use flesh fuel nest season

NOTE." Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable agemative

in minimizing the formation OFfuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage costalna_, Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer costa_ne_. Run engine at least 1 O minutes a_teradding stabilizer to atiow the Stabt]lzer to _eech _hef"carburetor. Do not drai_ the

gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stsbg[zer_

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil, (See =To Change Engine Oil" In the Maintenance section of this manua, t)_

CYLINDER

•Remove spark plug.

•Pour one ounce (29 ml) pf cll through spad{ plug

hcle into cylinder.

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=Replace wfth new spark plug

•Do nat store gasorlne from one season ta anolher. o Rep_ce your gasoline can if yeur can sleds t0 rusL

Rust and/or d_rtin your gasci[ne will c_use problems

•If po_Ible, stsre yout unit indoors and cover ft to give protection from dust and dirt.

oCover your uclt with a sutiable protective cover test does not retain rfiolsfum, DO not use p_astJa, plastic cannst breathe which afiows condensation to form

and wilt cause your unit to rust,

IMPORTANT.* Never cover mowe_ while engk_e and exhaust areas are still warm.

CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline In the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. AltsW the engine to cool before stadng in any enclosure,.