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STORAGE
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Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of
the season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
I_ WARNING:ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL, AND
SECURE THE UNIT BEFORE STORING
OR TRANSPORTING IN A VEHICLE.
STORE UNIT AND FUEL IN AN 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 SO THAT ANY SHARP
OBJECT CANNOT ACCIDENTALLY
CAUSE INJURY TO PASSERS BY.
STORE THE UNIT OUT OF THE REACH
OF CHILDREN.
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INTERNAL ENGINE
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur to fuet system
components. Follow these instructions:
• Drain the fuel from the unit into an approved fuel con-
tainer.
• Drain the fuet lines and carburetor by starting the
engine and letting it run until it stops.
• Allow the engine to cool before storage.
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits
from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the
carburetor, fuel fitter, fuel hose or tank during storage.
Also, experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels,
those that use ethanof or methanol (called gasohol or
oxygenated fuel), can attract moisture and form acidic
gas which will damage your engine. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-
age of 30 days or longer.
GAS TRIMMER STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
If your trimmer isto be stored for a period oftime, clean it
thoroughly prior to storage. Remove any dirt, leaves, oil,
grease, etc. Store in a clean dry area.
• Clean the entire unit.
• Clean air filter. Refer to "Customer Responsibilities."
• Lightly oil external metal surfaces to prevent rust from
forming.
• Re-assemble all loose parts, being sure that all han-
dles and guards are in ptace and are securely fas-
tened. Reptace any damaged parts.
• The recommended storage position is either vertically
with the fuel cap on top, or horizontally with the fuel
cap up. Do not store unit with the cutting attach-
ment up, above the engine.
I& CAUTION: Wear protective gloves when
handling. The blade is sharp and can cut
you,
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing
the formation of fuei gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage
container. Always follow the mix instructions found on
stabilizer containers. Run engine at least 5 minutes after
adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the car-
buretor.
CRAFTSMAN 40:! 2-cycte engine oil (AIR-COOLED) is
specially blended with fuel stabilizer. If you do not use
this Sears oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer (such as
CRAFTSMAN No. 33500) to your fuel tank.
FUEL SYSTEM
• Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of 40:1
2-cycte engine oil (AIR-COOLED) through the spark
piug opening.Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times
to distribute oilto inner engine surfaces.
• Replacespark plug with a new one ofthe recommended
typeand heat range. Refer to"Product Specifications:
• Clean air filter. Refer to "Customer Responsibilities"
• Re-install all covers and hardware removedfor access;
tighten all screws and fasteners,
• Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts.
Replace any damaged, broken, or worn parts.
• Lightly oil external metal surface to prevent rust from
forming.
= Use fresh fuel having the proper gasofine to oil ratioat
the beginning of the next season.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
° Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.
Rust and/or dirt in your fuel system willcause problem&
• Store your unit in a well ventilated area and covered, if
possible, to prevent dust and dirt accumulation.Donot
cover with plastic. Plastic cannot breathe and will
inducecondensation and eventual rust or corrosion.
IMPORTANT: Never cover unit while engine and exhaust
areas are stitl warm.
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