Starting a warm engine, Starting a flooded engine, Maintenance – Craftsman 358.794760 User Manual
Page 11: Customer responsibilities, Check for loose, Fasteners and parts, Check for damaged or, Worn parts, Inspect and clean unit, And labels
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STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Squeeze and hold the throttle trig
ger.
2. Pull starter rope handle with a con
trolled and steady motion while
squeezing throttle trigger until en
gine starts and runs.
NOTE; Normally, the warm starting
procedure can be used within 5-10
minutes after the unit is turned off. If
the unit sits for more than 10 minutes
without being used, it will be necessary
to start the unit by following the steps
under
STARTING A COLD ENGINE
or fol
lowing the starting instruction steps
shown on the unit.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by mov
ing the start lever to the
RUN
position
and fully squeezing the throttle trigger.
Pull the starter handle repeatedly while
squeezing throttie trigger until engine
starts and runs. This could require pull
ing the starter handle many times, de
pending on how badly the unit is
flooded, if the unit stili doesn't start, re
fer to the
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or
call 1-800-235-5878.
MAINTENANCE
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
A.
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance,
service, or adjustments.
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK
WHEN TO PERFORM
Check for loose fasteners and parts
Before each use
Check for damaged or worn parts
Before each use
Inspect and clean unit and labels
After each use
Clean air filter
Every 5 hours of operation
Replace spark plug
Yearly
Replace fuel filter
Yearly
Check muffler mounting screws
Yearly
H WARNING: Avoid touching muf
fler unless engine and muffler are cold.
A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
A WARNING: Stop engine and be
sure the impeller blades have stopped
turning before opening the vacuum in
let door or attempting to insert or re
move the vacuum or blower tubes.
The rotating blades can cause serious
injury. Always disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance or
accessing movable parts.
GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cov
er items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To re
ceive full value from the warranty, the
operator must maintain unit as instruct
ed in this manual. Various adjustments
will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Muffler
• Spark Plug Boot
• Air Filter
• Housing Screws
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact Sears Service Center for re
placement of damaged or worn parts.
• Throttle Lever - Ensure throttle lever
functions properly by moving the
throttle lever to the STOP position.
Make sure engine stops; then restart
engine and continue.
• Fuei Tank - Do not use unit if fuel tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
• Vacuum Bag - Do not use vacuum
bag if it is torn or damaged.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT
AND LABELS
• After each use, inspect complete unit
for loose or damaged parts. Clean
the unit using a damp cloth with a
mild detergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
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