Craftsman 358.794772 - Manual (Page 11)

5.
system. You do not have to pull the
starter rope handle sharply or
briskly. Pull starter rope handle 5
times with a controlled and steady
motion (no more than 3 times
above 90°F). If engine starts and
runs prior to 5 pulls, allow engine to
run for 5 seconds; then, fully
squeeze the throttle trigger to dis­
engage the starting system (start
lever returns to RUN position).
Steps 5 and 6 are not necessary.
Fully squeeze the throttle trigger to
disengage the starting system (start
lever returns to RUN position).
6, Puli starter rope handle with a con­
trolled and steady motion while
squeezing throttle trigger until
engine starts and runs.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. Squeeze and hold the throttfe trigger.
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
prooedure 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 throttle 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 still 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
AyI WARNING; Avoid touching muf­
fler unless engine and muffler are cold,
A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
AyI 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.
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