Craftsman 358.797310 - Manual (Page 7)

OPERATING TIPS
• While vacuuming or blowing debris,
hold the unit with the muffier side fac­
ing away from your body and clothes
(see OPERATING POSITION).
• To reduce the risk of hearing loss
associated with sound level(s), hear­
ing protection is required,
• To reduce the risk of injury associated
with contacting rotating parts, stop the
engine before installing or removing
attachments. Do not operate without
guard(s) in place.
• Operate power equipment only at rea­
sonable hours-not early in the morn­
ing or late at night when people might
be disturbed. Comply with times listed
in local ordinances. Usual recommen­
dations are 9:00 a.m, to 5:00 p.m.,
Monday though Saturday,
• To reduce noise leveis, limit the num­
ber of pieces of equipment used at
any one lime,
• To reduce noise leveis, operate pow­
er blowers at the lowest possible
throttle speed to do the job.
• Use rakes and brooms to loosen
debris before blowing.
• In dusty conditions, slightly dampen
surfaces or use a mister attachment
when water is available.
• Conserve water by using power blow­
ers instead of hoses for many lawn
and garden applications, including
areas such as gutters, screens, patios,
grills, porches, and gardens.
• Watch out tor children, pets, open
windows, or freshly washed cars.
Slow debris away safely.
• Use the full blower nozzle extension
so the air stream can work close to
the ground.
• After using blowers and other equip­
ment, CLEAN UPl Dispose of debris in
trash receptacles.
OPERATING POSITION
^WARNING: Be sure to read the
fuel information in the safety rules be­
fore you begin. If you do not under­
stand the safety rules, do not attempt
to fuel your unit. Call 1 -800-235-5878.
FUELING ENGINE
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,
gasoline must be mixed with a good
quality 2-cyde air-cooled engine oil.
We recommend Craftsman brand oil.
Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40;1
(A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2
ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded
gasoline). DO NOT USE automotive oil
or boat oil. These oils will cause
engine damage. When mixing fuel,
follow instructions printed on container.
Once oil is added to gasoline, shake
container momentarily to assure that
the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always
read and follow the safety rules
relating to fuel before fueling your unit.
IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels (called gasoho! or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract mois­
ture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel sys­
tem of an engine while in storage.
To avoid engine problems, empty the
fuel system before storage for 30 days
or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh
fuel next season.
Never use engine or carburetor clean­
er products in the fuel tank or perma­
nent damage may occur.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alter­
native in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage.
Craftsman brand oil is already blended
with fuel stabilizer. See the STORAGE
section for additional information.
STOPPING YOUR ENGINE
• To stop the engine, press and hold
the ON/STOP switch until engine
stops.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE