Craftsman 358.745511 - Manual (Page 10)

8. Push the line into the notch, leaving
3 to 5 inches ( 7 - 1 2 cm) unwound.
9. Insert the line into the exit hole in
the hub as shown in the illustration.
10. Align the notch with the line exit
hole.
11. Push spool into hub until it snaps
into place.
12. Pull the line extending outside of the
hub to release it from the notch.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: Keep others away
when making idle speed adjustments.
The trimmer head will be spinning dur­
ing this procedure. Wear your protec­
tive equipment and observe all safety
precautions.
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.
Make adjustments with the unit sup­
ported so the cutting attachment is off
the ground and will not make contact
with any object. Hold the unit by hand
while running and making adjust­
ments. Keep all parts of your body
away from the cutting attachment and
muffler.
Idle Speed Adjustment
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until
engine runs without stalling (idle
speed too slow).
• 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
Air Filter
Cover
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.
^WARNING: Perform the follow­
ing 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 ob­
ject 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
Under
FUELING ENGINE in the OPEFiA-
TION section of this manual, see mes­
sage 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
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 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.
INTERNAL ENGINE
• Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea­
spoon of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) through the spark plug
opening. 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.
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