CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
•Spark Plug Boot
•Air Filter
•Housing Screws
•Assist Handle Screw
•Debris Shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact Sears Service Center for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.
• ON/STOP Switch - Ensure ON/STOP |
switch functions properly by pushing |
and releasing the switch. Make sure |
engine stops. Wait 5 seconds be- |
1.Clean the cover and the area
around it to keep dirt from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed.
2.Remove parts by pressing button to release air filter cover.
NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative emissions, do not clean filter in gaso- line or other flammable solvent.
3.Wash the filter in soap and water.
4.Allow filter to dry.
5.Add a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze the filter to distribute oil.
6.Replace parts.
fore attempting to restart unit to al- |
low switch to reset. Restart engine |
and continue |
• Fuel Tank - Discontinue use of unit |
if fuel tank shows signs of damage |
or leaks. |
• Debris Shield - Discontinue use of |
unit if debris shield is damaged. |
Button
Air Filter
Air Filter
Cover
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE- CALS
•After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and decals using a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
•Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine per- formance and increases fuel consump- tion and harmful emissions. Always clean after every 5 hours of operation.
LINE REPLACEMENT
•Always use Craftsman replacement line.
Choose the line size best suited for the job at hand. Red line is designed for cutting grass and small weeds.
The black colored line is designed for cutting larger weeds and light brush. NOTE: Before inserting new line into the holes in the cutting head, identify the proper holes. Follow directions as shown on the line glide plate.
1.Remove the old line and line glide plate from the cutting head.
2.Clean entire surface of cutting head.
3.Reinstall line glide plate (see il- lustration). Align arrow with:
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. Set spark plug gap at 0.025 in. Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable.
1.Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2.Remove spark plug from cylinder and discard.
3.Replace with Champion RCJ*6Y spark plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch socket wrench.
4.Reinstall the spark plug boot.
(_ when using medium (red) or large (black) line
when using lines with diameter (_) smaller than medium (red) line
(optional)
Line glide Arrow
Cutting head
NOTE: Line glide plate must be rein- stalled in cutting head before inserting new line.
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