Craftsman 536.886140 - Manual (Page 11)

For ease of maneuverability in light snow
conditions, disconnect the klick pin from
the wheel locked position and push into
the single wheel drive (klick pin through
axle hole only) position (see figure
below). .
Make sure that the klick pin is in the
single wheel drive position of the axle
only and not through the locked position.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
FILL OIL
NOTE: Engine may already contain some
residual oil. Check frequently when filling
the crankcase. Do not over fill. This snow
thrower was shipped with a container of
5W30 motor oil. This oil must be added to
the engine before operating. Remove the
oil fill cap/dipstick and fill the crank case to
(FULL) line on dipstick (20 ounces) (see
next figure).
Tighten the fill cap/dipstick securely each
time you check the oil level.
For extreme cold operating conditions of
0°F and below, use a partial synthetic
0W30 motor oil for easier starting.
NOTE: S.A.E. 5W30 motor oil may be used
to make starting easier in areas where the
temperature is 20® F. or lower.
Oil Fill/Dipstick
NOTE: Oil level must be
between full and add
mark.
FILL GAS
NOTICE: ENGINES WHICH ARE CERTI­
FIED TO COMPLY WITH CALIFORNIA
AND US EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS
FOR ULGE ENGINES: Are certified to op­
erate on regular unleaded gasoline. Include
the following emission control system(s):
EM, TWC (if so equipped). Include any user
adjustable features • therefore no other ad­
justments are needed.
WARNING; Experience indicates that alco­
hol blended fuels (called gasohol or those
using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and for­
mation of acids during storage. Acidic 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. Start the engine and let it
mn until the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use the carburetor bowl drain to
empty residual gasoline from the float
chamber. Use fresh fuel next season (see
Storage instructions on page 22 for addi­
tional information).
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
Fill the fuel tank with a fresh, clean, un­
leaded regular, unleaded premium, or
reformulated automotive gasoline only. DO
NOT use leaded gasoline. Be sure that the
container you pour the gasoline from is
clean and free from rust or other foreign
particles. Never use gasoline that may be
stale from long periods of storage in the
container.
^ CAUTION: Gasoline is flammable and
caution must be used when handling or stor­
ing it.
Do not fill fuel tank while snow thrower is
running, when it is hot, or when snow
thrower is in an enclosed area.
Keep away ffom open flame or an electrical
spark and DO NOT SMOKE while filling the
fuel tank.
NEVER fill the tank completely. FILL THE
TANK to within 1/4" -1/2" from the top to
provide space for expansion of fuel.
Always fill fuel tank outdoors and use a fun­
nel or spout to prevent spilling.
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