6. Tighten the fill cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.
7. Install the oil fill cap/dipstick access panel.
NOTE:
Synthetic oil can assist with starting in extreme cold temperatures.
Synthetic 5W30 is acceptable for all temperatures.
DO NOT mix oil with gasoline.
NOTE: Oil level must be at FULL mark.
To Add Gas
This engine is certified to operate on gasoline. Exhaust Emission Control System: EM (Engine Modifications).
WARNING: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or those using ethanol or methanol) can
attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.
NOTE:
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system must be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer. Start
the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See the
Storage
section in this manual for additional information.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
Fill the fuel tank only with a fresh, clean, unleaded regular, unleaded premium, or reformulated automotive
gasoline with a minimum of 85 octane.
DO NOT
use leaded gasoline. We recommend that you add fuel
stabilizer to the gasoline. Use the fuel stabilizer supplied with the unit or purchase Craftsman Fuel Stabilizer No.
3550. Make sure that the container you pour the gasoline from is clean and free from rust or other foreign
particles. Never use gasoline that may be stale from long periods of storage in the container.
WARNING: Gasoline is flammable. Always use caution when handling or storing gasoline.
1. Turn engine off and let engine cool at least two minutes before removing the gas cap.
2. Do not fill fuel tank while snow thrower is running, when it is hot, or when snow thrower is in an
enclosed area.
3. Keep away from open flame or an electrical spark and do not smoke while filling the fuel tank.
4.Never fill the tank completely. Fill the tank to approximately 1-1/2” below the top of the tank opening
to provide space for expansion of fuel.
5. Always fill fuel tank outdoors and use a funnel or spout to prevent spilling.
6. Make sure to wipe up any spilled fuel before stating the engine.
7. Store gasoline in a clean, approved container and keep the cap in place on the container.
HOW TO STOP ENGINE
CAUTION: To stop the engine, do not move the choke control
to CHOKE position. Backfire or engine damage can occur.
1. To stop the engine, push the stop switch to the OFF position,
turn the
key
to the OFF position
（
Red Mark
）
.
Figure 10
1
1
