Craftsman PRO Series Operator's Manual page 16

Gasoline
Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the
engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
Use automotive gasoline (unleaded or low leaded to minimize combustion chamber
deposits) with a minimum of 87 octane. Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol or 15%
MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) can be used. Never use an oil/gasoline mixture
or dirty gasoline. Avoid getting dirt, dust, or water in the fuel tank. DO NOT use E85
gasoline.
• Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or
allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where
gasoline is stored.
• Do not overfill the fuel tank. After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed
properly and securely.
• Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may
ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the
engine.
• Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor.
1. Clean around fuel fill before removing cap to fuel to prevent debris from
entering fuel tank.
2. Fill tank until fuel reaches 1⁄2 inch below the bottom of the filler neck to
allow space for fuel expansion. Be careful not to overfill.
Starting Engine
Always keep hands and feet clear of moving parts. Do not use a pressurized
starting fluid. Vapors are flammable.
NOTE: Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes after starting. The
engine will not develop full power until it reaches operating temperatures.
1. Make certain both the auger control and wheel drive control are in the
disengaged (released) position.
2. Insert safety key into slot. Make sure it snaps into place. Do not attempt to
turn the safety key.
NOTE: The engine cannot start without the safety key fully inserted into the
ignition switch.
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Electric Starter
The optional electric starter is equipped with a grounded three-wire power
plug, and is designed to operate on 120V AC household current. It must be
used with a properly grounded three-prong extension cord and receptacle
at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock. Follow all instructions
carefully prior to operating the electric starter. DO NOT use electric starter in
the rain.
Determine that your home's wiring is a three-wire grounded system. Ask a licensed
electrician if you are not certain.
If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, proceed as follows:
1. Plug an extension cord into the outlet located on the engine's surface. Plug
the other end of extension cord into a three-prong 120V, grounded, AC outlet
in a well-ventilated area.
The extension cord can be any length, but
grounded and rated for outdoor use.
2. Move throttle control to FAST (rabbit)
3. Move choke to the CHOKE position
NOTE: If the engine is already warm, place choke control in the RUN position
instead of CHOKE
4. Push primer three times (3x), making sure to cover vent hole in primer bulb
when pushing. If engine is warm, push primer only once. Always cover vent
hole when pushing. Cool weather may require priming to be repeated.
5. Push starter button to start engine. Once the engine starts, immediately
release starter button. Electric starter is equipped with thermal overload
protection; system will temporarily shut down to allow starter to cool if
electric starter becomes overloaded.
To prolong starter life, use short starting cycles (5 seconds maximum, then
wait one minute).
6. As the engine warms, slowly rotate the choke control to the RUN position. If
the engine falters, restart engine and run with choke at half-choke position
for a short period of time, and then slowly rotate the choke into the RUN
position.
7. After engine is running, disconnect power cord from electric starter. When
disconnecting, always unplug the end at the wall outlet before unplugging
the opposite end from the engine.
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