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REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plug each year to ensure
the engine starts easier and runs better.
Set spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Igni-
tion timing is fixed, nonadjustable.
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder
and discard.
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-7Y
spark plug and tighten with a 3/4
inch socket wrench (10-12 ft/Ibs).
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
INSPECT MUFFLERAND
SPARK AR-
RESTING SCREEN
_kWARNING:
The muffler on this
product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer.
_!I_WARNING:
Muffler is very hot
during and after use. Do not touch the
muffler or allow combustible
material
such as dry grass or fuel to do so.
As your unit is used, carbon deposits
build up on the muffler and spark ar-
resting screen and must be removed
to avoid creating a fire hazard or af-
fecting engine performance.
For normal homeowner use, the muf_
tier and spark arresting screen will not
require any service.
After 50 hours of
use, we recommend that your muffler
be serviced or replaced by your Sears
Service Center.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
There is no screw for idle adjustment
on your blower, The throttle lever is
used to control engine speed, The
throttle lever can be placed in one of
four positions:
STOP, IDLE or "_,
FULL THROTTLE or ,t_, and one inter*
mittent position.
If your engine will
not run properly or you require further
assistance, contact your Sears Service
Center or call our customer assistance
help line at 1-800_235-5878.
d_I),WARNING:
Perform the following
steps after each use:
• Allow engine to cool, and secure the
unit before storing or transporting.
• Store unit and fuel in a well venti-
lated 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.
SEASONAL
STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of sea*
son or if it will not be used for 30 days
or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period
of time:
• Clean the entire unit before lengthy
storage.
• Store in a clean dry area.
• Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
FUEL SYSTEM
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TION section of this manual, see mes-
sage labeled IMPORTANT regarding
the use of gasohol in your engine.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alter-
native in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage, Add
stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel
tank or fuel storage container. Follow
the mix instructions
found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 5 min-
utes after adding stabilizer.
Craftsman 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) is already blended with fuel
stabilizer, If you do not use this Sears
oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer to your
fuel tank.
ENGINE
• Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea-
spoon of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) through the spark plug opera
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 sea_
son to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if it starts
to rust.
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