Using Fuel Additives
WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely flammable, ignited
vapors may explode. Always stop the engine and allow it
to cool before filling the fuel tank. Do not smoke while
filling the tank. Keep sparks and open flames at a distance
from the area.
WARNING:
Add fuel in a clean, well ventilated outdoor
area. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately. Avoid creating
a source of ignition for spilt fuel. Do not start the engine
until fuel vapors dissipate.
The use of fuel additives, such as STA-BIL® Gas Stabilizer or an
equivalent, will inhibitcorrosion and minimize the formation of gum
deposits. Using a fuel additive can keep fuel from forming harmful
deposits in the carburetor for up to six (6) months. Add 0.8 oz. (23 ml.) of
fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the instructions on the fuel
additive container. NEVER add fuel additives directly to the unit's gas tank.
FUELING THE UNIT
WARNING:
Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid injury from I
fuel spray. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap
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securely in place.
WARNING:
Do NOT USE E85 FUEL IN THiS UNIT. it
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has been proven that fuel containing greater than 15%
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ethanol will likely damage this engine and void the warranty.
1.
Remove the fuel cap (Fig. 9).
2.
Place the gas container's
spout into the fill hole on
Gas Can Spout
the fuel tank (Fig. 9) and
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fill the tank.
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NOTE:
Do not overfill the
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tank.
3.
Wipe up any gasoline that _j_
may have spilled.
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4.
Reinstall the fuel cap.
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Fuel
5.
Move the unit at least 30
Fuel Tank/
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Cap
ft. (9.1 m) from the fueling
source and site before
Fig. 9
starting the engine.
WARNING:
Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated
outdoor area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be
lethal in a confined area.
WARNING:
Avoid accidental starting. Make sure you are
in the starting position when pulling the starter rope (Fig. 12).
To avoid serious injury, the operator and unit must be
in a stable position while starting.
NOTE- THIS UNIT IS ELECTRIC START CAPABLE as an alternate
starting method. To utilize this option, an electric starter can
be purchased online only at www.sears.com/craftsman
Please refer to the Electric Starter instructions
when using
this feature.
This unit uses the Incredi-PuIF Mstarting system, which
significantly reduces the effort required to start the engine.
There is no harsh resistance when pulling the starter rope. Be
aware that this starting method is vastly different from (and
much easier than) previous starting techniques.
NOTE:
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
Stop/Off
1.
Check the oil level in
the crankcase.
Refer Start/On
to Checking the Oil
Level.
2.
Fill the fuel tank with
fresh, clean unleaded
gasoline. Refer to
Fueling the Unit.
,Throttle
Control
NOTE:
There is no need
to turn the unit
Fig. 10
on. The On/Off
Primer Bulb
Stop Control is in
Choke Lever
the ON (I)
position at all
times (Fig. 10).
_-3.
Fully press and
release the primer
bulb 10 times, slowly.
Some amount of fuel
should be visible in
the primer bulb and
fuel lines (Fig. 11). if
Fig. 11
you can't see fuel in
Starting
the bulb, press and
Position
release the bulb as
many times as it
takes until you can
see fuel in it.
4.
5.
Place the choke lever
in Position 1 (Fig. 11).
Crouch in the starting
position (Fig. 12).
Throttle Control
Press the throttle
lockout in and fully
Fig. 12
squeeze the throttle control lever. Pull the starter rope 5
times.
6.
Place the choke lever in Position 2 (Fig. 11).
7.
While pressing the throttle lockout in and squeezing the
throttle control, steadily pull the starter rope 1 to 4 times to
start the engine.
8.
Keep the throttle squeezed and allow the engine to warm
up for 30 to 60 seconds.
9.
Place the choke lever in Position
3 (Fig. 11). The unit is
ready for use.
HOT STARTING...
Place the choke lever in Position 2. Pull the
starter rope untill unit starts and run the unit for 2 to 3
minutes. Then move the choke lever to Position 3. The
unit may be used during this "warm up" period.
The engine does not start, go back to step 3.
The engine fails to start after a few attempts, place the
choke lever in Position
3, press the throttle lockout in
and squeeze the throttle control. Pull the starter rope 3 to
8 times. The engine should start, if not, repeat.
STOPPING iNSTRUCTIONS
1.
Release your hand from the throttle control. Allow the
engine to cool down by idling.
2.
Press and hold On/Off Stop Control in the OFF (O) position
until engine comes to a complete stop (Fig. 10).