Poulan 358.351080 User Manual - Page 27

STORAGE Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of the season or ff it will 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 -I 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. IMPORTANT: It is importantto prevent gum deposits from formingin essentialfuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage. Also, expedence indicatesthat alcohol blended fuels, those that use ethanol or methanol (called gasohol or oxygenated fuel), can attract moistureand form acidic gas which willdamage your engine. To avoid engine problems, the fuet system should be emptied beforestorage of 30 days or longer. Fue! stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasolinein the fuel tank or fuel storage container.Always follow the mix instructionsfound on stabilizer containers.Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizerto reach the carburetor. CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2-cycle engine oil (AIR-COOLED) is specially blended with fuel stabilizer.If you do not use this Sears oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer to your fuel tank. GAS CHAIN SAW STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS if your chain is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly pdor to storage. Remove any dirt, sawdust, leaves, oi!, grease, etc. Store in a clean dry area. • Clean the entire unit. • Clean air filter.Refer to =Customer Responsibilities." • Inspectthe bar clamp area and clean any dirt, sawdust, grass,or debris that has collected. Inspect the guide bar and chain; replace a guide bar that is bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way. Replace a damaged or worn chain. • Lightly oil external metal surfaces to prevent rust from forming. _h hCaAnUdTliInOgN:chaWine.arTheprochteacintiveis sghlaorvpesandwhceann cut you even when it is not moving. INTERNAL ENGINE • Remove spark plug and pour t teaspoon of 40:1 2-cycle engine oil (AIR-COOLED) through the spark ptugopening.Slowly pullthe starter rope 8 to 10 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 filter.Refer to =CustomerResponsibilities." • Re-install all covers and hardware removed for access; tighten all screwsand fasteners. • Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts- Replace any damaged, broken, or worn pads. • Lightly oil external metal surface to prevent rust from forming. • Use fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio at the beginningof the next season. OTHER • Apply a coating of oil to the entire surface of the guide • Do not store gasolinefrom one season to another. bar and chain; wrap it in heavy paper or cloth. • Replace your gasolinecan if your can starts to rust.Rust • Be sure all handles and guards are in place and are and/or dirt in yourfuelsystem will cause problems. securely fastened. Replace any damaged parts. - ._.j • Store your unit i_a well ventilated area and covered, if FUEL SYSTEM possible, to prevent dust and dirt accumulation. Do not cover with plastic.Plastic cannot breathe and will induce Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel condensationand eventual rust or corrosion. tank or permanent damage may occur to fuel system com- ponents.Follow these instructions: IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER UNIT WHILE ENGINE ° Drain the fuel from the unit into an approved fuet container. AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. • Drain the fuel lines and carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops. • Allow the engine to cool before storage. •c -27-