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STORAGE
Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of the
season or itwill not be used for 30 days or more,
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 SWITCH-.
ES, 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.
GAS BLOWER STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
If your blower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it
thoroughly prior to storage.. Remove any dirt, leaves, oil,
grease, etc. Store in a clean dry are&
• 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 handles
and guards are in place and are securely fastened.
• Replace any damaged parts.
ENGINE
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products inthe fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur to fuel system com-
ponents,. Follow these instructions:
° Drain the fuel from the unit into an approved fuel con-
tainer:
° Drain the fuel lines and carburetor by starting the engine
and letting it run until it stops.
° Allow the engine to cool before storage
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing
the formation of fuel 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
carburetor:
CRAFTSMAN 40:1 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 CRAFTS-
MAN No. 33500) to your fuel tank.
° Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of 40:1 2-cycle
engine oil (AIR-COOLED) through the spark plug open-
ing.Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to t0 times to distribute
oil to inner engine surfaces,
° Replace spark plug with a new one of the recommended
type and heat range. Refer to "Product Specifications_'
° Clean air _ter, Refer to "Customer Responsibilities?
° Re-install all covers and hardware removed for access;
tighten aUscrews and fasteners.
° Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolt&
Replace any damaged, broken, or worn parts.
° Lightly oil external metal surface to prevent rust from
forming
° Use fresh fuel having the proper' gasoline to oil ratio at
the beginning of the next season.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
° Replace your gasoline can ifyour can starts to rust Rust
and/or dirt in your fuel system will cause problems.
° Store your unit in a well ventilated area and covered, if
possible, to prevent dust and dirt accumulation,. Do not
cover with plastic. Plastic cannot breathe and will induce
condensation and eventual rust or corrosion.,
IMPORTANT: Never cover unit while engine and exhaust
areas are still warm_
IMPORTANT: It is importantto prevent gum deposits from
forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carbure-
tor,fuel filter, fuel line or tank during storage, Also, experi-
ence indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol
(or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture and
leads to oil/gas separation and formation of acids during
storage which will damage your engine. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-
age of 30 days or tonger.
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