Carburetor Adjustment, Seasonal Storage

3.Remove the muffler hood and spark arresting screen.

4.Install new spark arresting screen.

5.Reinstall muffler hood and 4 screws. Tighten screws securely.

6.Reinstall muffler cover and 3 screws. Tighten securely.

NOTE: If any part of the muffler is cracked, broken or damaged, we rec- ommend that the muffler be replaced.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

•Turn idle speed screw clockwise to increase engine speed if engine stalls or dies.

•Turn idle speed screw counterclock- wise to decrease engine speed. Idle Speed Screw

The carburetor has been carefully set at the factory. Adjustments may be necessary if you notice any of the fol- lowing conditions:

•Engine will not idle when the throttle is released.

Idle Speed Adjustment

Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine runs without stalling (idle speed too slow).

WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use:

•Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit before storing or transporting.

•Store unit and fuel in a well venti-

lated 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 unit so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury.

•Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of children.

SEASONAL STORAGE

Prepare unit for storage at end of sea-

son or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.

If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:

•Clean the entire unit before lengthy storage.

•Store in a clean dry area.

•Lightly oil external metal surfaces.

FUEL SYSTEM

Empty the fuel system before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERATION section of this

manual, see message labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of gaso- hol in your engine.

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If you require further assistance or are unsure about performing this proce- dure, contact your Sears Service Cen- ter or call our customer assistance

help line at 1-800-235-5878.

Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alterna- tive in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabi- lizer to gasoline in fuel tank or fuel stor- age container. Follow the mix instruc- tions found on stabilizer container. Run

engine at least 3 minutes after adding stabilizer.

Craftsman 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) is already blended with fuel stabilizer. If you do not use this Sears oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer to your fuel tank.

ENGINE

•Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea- spoon of 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through the spark plug open- ing. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.

•Replace spark plug with new one of recommended type and heat range.

•Clean air filter.

•Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam- aged, broken, or worn parts.

•At the beginning of the next season, use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio.

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one sea- son to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.