Craftsman 358.79474 manual Starting a Flooded Engine, Care & Maintenance Task

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3.Pull starter rope 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.

_WARNING:

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.

GENERAL RECOMMEN DATIONS

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.

WHEN TO PERFORM

Before each use

Before each use

After each use

Every 5 hours of operation

Yearly

Yearly

Yearly

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

Muffler

Spark Plug Boot

Air Filter

Housing Screws

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS

Contact Sears Service Center for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.

Throttle Lever - Ensure throttle lever functions properly by moving the throttle lever to the STOP position. Make sure engine stops; then restart engine and continue.

Fuel Tank - Do not use unit if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks.

Vacuum Bag - Do not use vacuum

bag if it is torn or damaged.

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LABELS

After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a mild detergent.

Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.

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Contents Jcrfiftsmiini Iwarning TWO Year Full Warranty on CRAFTSMAN@ GAS BlowerSears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL Know Your Unit @@1Operate Your Unit Safely Plan AheadHandle Fuel with CAUTION, IT is Highly Flammable Maintain Your Unit Properly HIGH-SPEED Nozzle Assembly Carton ContentsAssembly Blower Assembly Blower Tube AssemblyHOW to Convert Unit from Vacuum USE to Blower USE Vacuum Tube AssemblyChoke Lever Shoulder Strap AdjustmentStop Switch Fueling Engine Operating TipsOperating Position Before Starting EngineEngine HOW to Stop Your EngineHOW to Start Your Engine Starting a Cold EngineCheck for Loose Fasteners and Parts Care & Maintenance TaskStarting a Flooded Engine Replace Fuel Filter Clean AIR FilterCheck Muffler Mounting Screws Replace Spark PlugEngine Carburetor AdjustmentSeasonal Storage Fuel SystemCause Troubleshooting TableYour Warranty Rights and OB El I 81 MAINTENANCE, Replacement and Repair of Emission RESears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL Conozca SU Aparato Haga USO Seguro DE SU Aparato Piense Antes DE ProcederAviso DE Seguridad El estar ex Haga EL Mantenimiento DEL Aparato EN LA Forma DebidaMontaje DE LA Boquilla DE Alta Velocidad Contenido DE LA CajaModelo MontajeMontaje DE LOS Tubos DE Aspirador Montaje DE LA Bolsa DEL AspiradorDE USO DE Aspirador a USO DE Soplador Como Convertir EL AparatoPalanca DEL Cebador Sugerencias UtilesAdvertencia Remueva la POSlCION DE USOAntes DE Poner EL Motor EN Marcha Abastecimiento DEL MotorHalf Choke Para Detener EL MotorPara Poner EN Marcha EL Motor Para Arrancar CON Motor FrioAdvertencia Para Arrancar CON EL Motor CalienteArranque DE Motor Ahogado Responsabilidad DEL UsuarioCambie LA Bujia Verificar QUE no Haya Piezas Daiiadas NI GastadasInspeccione Y Limpie EL Apara To Y SUS Placas Limpie EL Filtro be AireMareha Lenta Ajuste AL CarburadorOtros Estacional AlmacenajeSistema DE Combustible MotorCausa Tabla DiagnosticaPeriodo DE Garantia Cualquier Garantia DE ResponsabilidadPlazo DE PIEZAS. La reparaci6n o el 41 I 61 I 81 I Piezas Anadidas O ModificadasMANTENIMIENTO, Reemplazo Y Reparacion DE Trol DE Emision Garantizadas