STARTING
A FLOODED
ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by
moving the start lever to the RUN posi-
tion and fully squeezing
the throttle
trigger. Pull the starter handle repeat-
edly while squeezing
throttle trigger
until engine starts and runs. This could
require pulling the starter handle many
times, depending
on how badly the
unit is flooded.
If the unit still doesn't
start, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING
TABLE or call 1-800-235-5878.
CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
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WARNING:
Disconnect
the spark plug before performing
maintenance,
service, or adjustments.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
TASK
Check for loose fasteners and parts
Check for damaged
or worn parts
Inspect and clean unit and labels
Clean air filter
Replace spark plug
Replace fuel filter
Check muffler mounting screws
WARNING:
Avoid touching
muf-
fler unless engine and muffler are cold.
A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
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Stop engine and be
sure the impeller blades have stopped
turning before opening the vacuum
in-
let door or attempting
to insert or re-
move the vacuum
or blower tubes.
The rotating blades can cause serious
injury. Always disconnect
the spark
plug before performing
maintenance
or
accessing
movable
parts.
GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cov-
er items that have been subjected
to
operator abuse or negligence.
To re-
ceive full value from the warranty, the
operator
must maintain
unit as instruct-
ed in this manual. Various adjustments
will need to be made periodically
to
properly maintain your unit.
CHECK
FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS
AND PARTS
• Muffler
• Spark Plug Boot
• Air Filter
• Housing Screws
CHECK
FOR DAMAGED
OR
WORN PARTS
Contact Sears Service Center for re-
placement
of damaged
or worn parts.
• Fuel Tank - Do not use unit if fuel tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
• Vacuum Bag - Do not use vacuum
bag if it is torn or damaged.
WHEN TO PERFORM
Before each use
Before each use
After each use
Every 5 hours of operation
Yearly
Yearly
Yearly
INSPECT
AND CLEAN
UNIT
AND LABELS
• After each use, inspect complete
unit
for loose or damaged
parts.
Clean
the unit using a damp cloth with a
mild detergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN
AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases
engine per-
formance
and increases
fuel consump-
tion and harmful emissions.
Always
clean after every 5 hours of operation.
Button
Air Filter
Cover
/
Air Filter
Cleaning
the air filter:
1. Clean the cover and the area
around it to keep debris from falling
into the carburetor
chamber when
the cover is removed.
NOTE: Move start lever to RUN posi-
tion before opening air filter cover.
2. Open air filter cover by pushing
button (see illustration).
Remove
air filter.
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