Craftsman 358.794772 - Manual (Page 13)

Replace the spark arresting screen ev­
ery 50 hours of operation or if any dam­
age or breaks in the screen are noted.
NOTE; Do not attempt to clean the
spark arresting screen.
1. Remove 3 screws from muffler cov­
er. Remove muffler cover.
Loosen and remove 4 screws from
the muffler hood.
Remove the muffler hood and spark
arresting screen.
Install new spark arresting screen.
Reinstall muffler hood and 4
sorews. Tighten screws securely.
Reinstall muffler cover and 3
sorews. Tighten seourely.
NOTE; If any part of the muffler is
cracked, broken or damaged, we rec­
ommend that the muffler be replaced.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
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.
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 deorease engine speed.
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.
STORAGE
A WARNING; Perform the following
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 object
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
Empty the fuel system before storage for
30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,
start the engine and let it run until the
tuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use
fresh fuel next season. Under FUELING
ENGINE in the OPERATION section of this
manual, see message labeled
IMPORTANT regarding the use of gaso-
hoi in your engine.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alterna­
tive in minimizing the formation of fuel
gum deposits during storage. Add stabi­
lizer to gasoline in fuel tank or fuel stor­
age container. Follow the mix instruc­
tions found on stabilizer container. Run
engine at least 3 minutes 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.
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