ADJUSTING PROCEDURE
Idle Speed
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine runs without stalling.
•Turn clockwise to increase engine speed if engine stalls or dies.
•Turn counterclockwise to decrease
speed.
No further adjustments are necessary if performance is satisfactory.
Mixture Adjustment "H"
DO NOT operate engine at full throttle for prolonged periods while making ad- justments. Damage to the engine can occur. Extend line to the length allow by the line limiter and cut some grass. Based on performance while cutting, turn the mixture adjustment in
Prepare unit for storage at end of sea- son or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
WARNING:
•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.
EXTERNAL SURFACES
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly before stor- age. Store in a clean dry area.
• Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
FUEL SYSTEM
Under Fueling Engine in the Operating Section of this manual, see message labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of gasohol in your engine.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alter- native in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
•Clockwise until the engine has good power while cutting with no hesita- tion.
Do not adjust by sound or speed, but judge by how well the engine per- forms while cutting.
•Counterclockwise if the engine has speed but dies or lacks power while
cutting.
After completing adjustments, check for acceleration. Reset if necessary.
Acceleration Check
If engine dies or hesitates instead of accelerating, turn mixture adjustment
counterclockwise until you have smooth acceleration. Recheck and ad-
just as necessary for acceptable per- formance.
stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage container. Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 5 min- utes after adding stabilizer. CRAFTSMAN
INTERNAL ENGINE
•Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea- spoon of
•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.
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