Craftsman 358.798260-32cc manual GAS TRIMMER/BRUSHCUTTER Storage Instructions

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Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of the

season or if it witl not be used for 30 days or more.

WARNING:

ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL, AND SE-

CURE THE UNIT BEFORE STORING OR

TRANSPORTING IT IN A VEHICLE.

STORE UNIT AND FUEL IN AN AREA

WHERE FUEL VAPORS CANNOT REACH

SPARKS OR OPEN FLAMES FROM WA-

TER HEATERS, ELECTRIC MOTORS OR

SWITCHES, FURNACES, ETC.

STORE UNIT WITH ALL GUARDS IN

P LACE. POSITION SO THAT ANY SHARP

OBJECT SUCH AS BLADES CANNOT

ACCIDENTLY CAUSE INJURY TO PASS-

ERS BY.

STORE THE UNIT OUT OF THE REACH

OFCHILDREN.

GAS TRIMMER/BRUSHCUTTER STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

if your tdmmedbrushcutter is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly prior to storage. Remove any

dirt, sawdust, leaves, oil, grease, etc. Store in aclean dry area.

0 ° Clean theentire unit.

Clean air filter. Refer to ,Customer Responsibilities".

Open the line head assembly and clean any dirt, grass or

debris that has collected. Inspect the cutting line, if old (chalky look and sticky to the touch), remove and dis- card. Install fresh new line the next time product is to be used.

Lightly oil external metal surfaces to prevent rust from forming.

-handlingAUTION:bladeWear. Theprotectiveblade isglovessharp whenand can cut you even when it is not moving.

If your unit is equipped with a blade, remove it from the unit. Refer to "Assembly". Apply a coating of oil to the entire surface of the blade and wrap it in heavy paper, cloth, or plastic. Also apply a light coat of oilto gear hous- ing threads, then tighten blade nut securely for storage.

Reassemble all loose parts, being sure that all handles

andgu=rdsareinp!a_eandaresecurelyfastened,Ra-

pla0eanydamagedparts.

ENGINE

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur to fuel system com- ponents,

Follow these instructions:

a.Drain the fuel from the unit into an approved fuel container.

b.Drain the fuel lines and carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.

c.Allow the engine to cool before storage.

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from' forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carbure- tor, fuel filter, fuel I{ne or tank during storage. Also, experi- ence indicates that alcohol blended fuels, those that use ethanol or methanol (called gasohol or oxygenated fuel), can attract moisture and form acidic gas which will damage your engine. To avoid engine problems, the fuel =system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini- mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.

Add stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage container. Always follow the mix instructions found on stabi-

lizer container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor.

NOTE." Craftsman 40:1 2-cycle engine oil is specially blended with fuel stabilizers. If you do not use this SEARS oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer (such as Craftsman #33500) to your fuel tank.

•Remove spark plug and pour I teaspoon of 40:1 oil mix through the spark plug opening. ,Slowly pul! the starter

rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil to inner engine sur- faces.

•Replace spark plug with a new one of the recommended type and heat range, Refer to "Product Specifications".

•Clean air filter. Refer to."Customer Respo_n_sibilities".

•Reinstall all covers_nd hardware removed for access; tighten al! screws arrcl fasteners.

•Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Re- place any damaged, broken, or worn parts.

•Use fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio at the beginning of the next season.

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

•Replace your gasoline can ifyour can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your fuel system will cause problems.

•Store your unit in a welt ventilated area and covered, if

possible, to prevent dust and dirt accumulation. Do not cover with plastic. Plastic cannot breathe and will induce

condensationand eventualrustorcorms!on.

[M.P_QJ_T._!_ Never cover unit while engine and exhdust

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