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Ifengineperformanceisacceptableat
thepresetpositions,nofurtheradjust-
mentsarenecessary.
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Mixture Screw
(with Limiter Cap)
ADJUSTING PROCEDURE
Idle Speed "IDLE"
Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until
engine runs without stalling.
• Turn clockwise to increase engine
speed if engine stalls or dies.
• Turn counterclockwise to decrease
speed.
No further adjustments are necessary if
performance is satisfactory.
Mixture "MIX"
Allow engine to idle, Then accelerate the
engine and note performance. If engine
hesitates, bogs down, or smokes during
acceleration, turn mixture screw clock-
wise in 1/16-turn increments until perfor-
mance is satisfactory. Repeat this proce-
dure as necessary for proper adjust-
ment. After completing adjustments,
check for acceleration. Reset if neces-
sary.
Acceleration Check
If engine dies or hesitates instead of ac-
celerating, turn low speed mixture ad-
justment counterclockwise until you
have smooth acceleration. Recheck and
adjust as necessary for acceptable per-
formance.
Prepare unit for storage at end of sea-
son or if it will not be used for 30 days or
more.
,_ WARNING:
• Allow engine to cool, and secure tile
unit before storing or transporting.
• Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated
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.
EXTERNAL SURFACES
• If your unit is to be stored for a period
of time, clean it thoroughly before stor-
age. Store in a clean dry area.
• Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
FUEL SYSTEM
Under Fueling Engine in the Operating
Section of this manual, see message
labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of
gasohol in your engine.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alterna-
tive in minimizing the formation of fuel
gum deposits during storage. Add stabi-
lizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or
fuel storage container. Follow the mix
instructions found on stabilizer container.
Run engine at least 5 minutes after ad-
ding stabilizer.
CRAFTSMAN 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) is already blended with fuel sta-
bilizer. If you do not use this Sears oil,
you can add a fuel stabilizer to your fuel
tank.
INTERNAL ENGINE
• Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea-
spoon of 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) through the spark plug open-
ing. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10
times to distribute oil.
• Replace spark plug with new one of
recommended type and heat range.
• Clean air filter.
• Check entire unit for loose screws,
nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam-
aged, broken, or worn parts.
• At the beginning of the next season,
use only fresh fuel having the proper
gasoline to oil ratio.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if it starts to
rust.
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