Craftsman 358.351080 - Manual (Page 10)

OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
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WARNING:
BE SURE TO READ THE FUEL HANDLING
INFORMATION
IN THE SAFETY RULES
SECTION ON PAGE 2 OF "mis MANUAL
BEFORE YOU BEGIN.
IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND THE FUEL
HANDLING SECTION DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
FUEL YOUR UNIT; SEEK HELP FROM
SOMEONE THAT DOES UNDERSTAND THE
FUEL HANDLING SECTION OR CALL THE
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HOTLINE AT
1-800-235-5878.
FUEL STABIUZER
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the
formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabiliz­
er to gasoline in fuel lank or storage container. Always fol­
low the fuel mix ratio found on the staMlizer container. Run
eni^ne at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the
stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Y ju do not have to drain
the fuel tank for storage if you are using fuel stabilizer.
GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL
For maximum guide bar and chain life, we recommend you
use Craftsman chain saw bar oil. If Craftsman bar oil is hot
available, you may use a good grade SAE30 oil until you are
able to obtain Craftsman brand. The oil output is automati­
cally metered during operation. Your saw wifi use approxF
rnately one tank of bar oil for every tank of fuel mix. Always
fill the bar oil lank when you fill the fuel tank.
GASOLINE
The two-cycle engine on this product requires a fuel mixture
of regular unleaded gasoline and a quality 40:1
2-cycle engine oil (AIR-COOLED) for lubrication of the bear­
ings and other moving parts. The correct fuel/oit mixture is
40:1 (see Fuel Mixture Chart).Too little oil or the irxxjtrect oil
ti^e will cause poor performance and may cause the engine
to overheat and seize.
Gasoline and oil must be piemixed in a clean approved fuel
container. Always use fresh regular unleaded gasoline.
This engine is certified to operate on unieaded gasoline.
IMPORTANT: Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels called gasohol (or using ethanol or methanol) can
attract moisture, which leads to oil/gas separation and for­
mation of acids during storage. Actdfc gas can damage the
fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage
for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, then run the fuel
out of the carburetor and fuel lines by starling the engine
and letting it run until it stops. Use fresh fuel next season.
CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2-cycte engine oil (AIR-COOLED) is
specially blended with fuel stabilizers. It you do not use this
Sears oil,
can add a fuel stabilizer to your fuel tank.
40:1 2-CYCLE AIR-COOLED ENGINE OIL
CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2-cycle engine oil (AIR-COOLED) is
strongly recommended. This oil is specificaily blended vwth
fuel stabilizers for increased fuel stability (extends fuel life
up to 5 times longer) and reduced smoke.
If CRAFTSMAN 40.T 2-cyde engine oil (AIR-COOLED) is
not available, use a good quality 2-cyc!e engine oil (AIR­
COOLED) that has a recommended fuel mix ratio of 40:1.
IMPORTANT! Do not use:
• AUTOMOTIVE OIL
• BOAT OILS (NMMA, BIA, etc.)
These oils do not have proper additives for 2-cycle
(AIR-COOLED) engines and can cause engine damage.
GASOLINE AND OIL MIXTURE
MIX GASOLINE AND OIL AS FOLLOWS:
• Consult chart for correct quantities,
• Do not mix gasoline and oil directly in the unit’s fuel tank.
FOR ONE GALLON:
• Ffour 3.2 ounces of high quality, 40:1 2-cycie engine oil
(AIR-COOLED) into an empty, approved one gallon
gasoline rxjntainer.
• Add one gallon of regular unleaded gasoline to the gallon
container, then securely replace the cap.
• Shake the contalnerrmmentarily.
• The mixture is now ready for use. Fuel stabilizer can be
added at this tforre if desired; follow mixing instructions on
the label.
FUEL MIXTURE CHART
use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or
permanent damage may occur. G.8Sfllioe Oil ffl.oz.f
1 gallon 3.2
2.5 gallons 8.0
NOTE: Fuel containers may hold more than the ^Mcrfted
amount. If too muc^ gasoline is in the container, the result­
ing gas-to-ofl fuel mixture will not be correct for proper
engine operation.
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