which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.
•Never place any object in air intake opening as this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage to the unit.
•Never use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers, or other substances which
may contain toxic materials.
•To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.
•Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
,_WARNING: Disconnect spark
plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.
•Have all maintenance other than the
recommended procedures described in the instruction manual performed by a Sears Service Center.
•Use only recommended Craftsman replacement parts; use of any other parts may void your warranty and cause damage to your unit.
•Empty fuel tank before storing the unit. Use up fuel left in carburetor by starting engine and letting it run until it stops.
•Do not use any accessory or attach- ment other than those recommended
by manufacturer for use with your unit.
•Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed
area where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an open flame from hot water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
•Store in a dry area out of reach of children.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibra- tions through prolonged use of gaso- line powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnor-
mal swelling. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood ves-
sel damage in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An antivibration system does not guaran- tee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must moni-
tor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen
which meets the requirements of Cali- fornia Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S.
forest land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by law that many internal combustion en- gines be equipped with a spark arrest- ing screen. If you operate in a locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for maintaining the operating condition of these parts. Fail- ure to do so is a violation of the law. Refer to the MAINTENANCE section for information on maintenance of the
muffler and spark arresting screen.