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Instruction Manual
CRRFTSMRN
4.0 Amp Motor
13 inch Cutting Path/0.065 In. Line
ELECTRIC WEEDWACKER®
Model No.
358.745290
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Español
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of this product.
For answers to your questions about this product:
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Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon-Sat; 10 am-7 pm, Sun
1 -800-235-5878 (Hours listed are Central Time)
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
530164371 11/7/03
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty Statement 2 Parts Available 9
Safety Rules 2
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance 8
Service & Adjustments 9 Parts Ordering Back Cover
Storage 9
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Troubleshooting Table 10
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Spanish 11
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN® ELECTRIC WEEDWACK
ER® LINE TRIMMER
If this Craftsman Electric Weedwacker ® Line Trimmer faiis to perform properly
due to a defect in material or workmanship within (1) one year from the date of
purchase, Sears wili replace it free of charge.
This warranty does not cover the nylon line,
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC
WEEDWACKER®’ LINE TRIMMER TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SERVICE
CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
SAFETY RULES
^WARNING: When using electric
gardening appliances, basic safety
precautions must always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and serious injury. Read and
follow all instructions.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
^WARNING: Trimmer line throws
objects violently. You and others can
be blinded/injured. Wear safety
glasses, boots, and leg protection.
Keep body parts clear of rotating line.
This power unit can be dangerous!
Operator is responsible for following
the warnings and instructions in this
manual and on the unit. Read entire
instruction manual before using unit!
Be thoroughly familiar with the con
trols and the proper use of the unit.
Restrict the use of this unit to persons
who read, understand, and follow unit
and manual warnings and instruc
tions. Never allow children to operate
this unit. Close attention is necesary
when used near children.
^DANGER: Never use blades or
flailing devices. Unit is designed for line
trimmer use only. Use of any other ac
cessories or attachments will increase
the risk of injury.
Keep children, bystanders, and ani
mals 50 feet (15 meters) away. If ap
proached stop unit immediately.
If situations occur which are not cov
ered in this manual, use care and
good judgement. If you need assis
tance, call 1-800-235-5878.
OPERATOR SAFETY
• Dress properly. Always wear safety
glasses or similar eye protection
when operating, or performing main
tenance on your unit. (Safety
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glasses are available.) Always wear
face or dust mask if operation is
dusty. Always wear heavy, long
pants, long sleeves, boots, and
gloves. Do not go barefoot or wear
sandals.
• Secure hair above shoulder length.
Secure or remove loose clothing
and jewelry or clothing with loosely
hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
• Being fully covered also helps pro
tect you from debris and pieces of
toxic plants thrown by spinning line.
• Stay Alert. Do not operate unit when
you are tired, ill, or under influence
of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Watch what you are doing; use com
mon sense.
• Avoid unintentional starting of the
unit. Never carry unit with your fin
ger on the switch. Be sure the
switch is in OFF position when con
necting extension cord.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
^WARNING; Avoid a dangerous
environment. To reduce the risk of
electrical shock, do not use in rain, in
damp or wet locations, or around
swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not
expose to snow, rain, or water to avoid
the possibility of electrical shock,
• Use a voltage supply as shown on
unit.
• Avoid dangerous situations. Do not
use in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases to avoid creating a
fire or explosion and/or causing
damage to unit.
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
this equipment has a polarized plug
{one blade is wider than the other)
and will require the use of a polarized
extension cord. The appliance plug
will fit into a polarized extension cord
only one way. If the plug does not fit
fully into the extension cord, reverse
the plug. If the plug still does not fit,
obtain a correct polarized extension
cord. A polarized extension cord will
require the use of a polarized wall out
let. This plug will fit into the polarized
wall outlet only one way. if plug does
not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse
the plug. If the plug still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install
the proper wall outlet. Do not change
the equipment plug, extension cord
receptacle, or extension cord plug in
any way.
• To reduce risk of electrical shock,
use extension cords specifically
marked as suitable for outdoor ap
pliances having electrical rating not
less than the rating of unit. Cord
must be marked with suffix “W-A” (in
Canada “W”). Make sure your exten
sion cord is in good condition. In
spect extension cord before use and
replace if damaged. Do not use a
damaged cord. Cord insulation
must be intact with no cracks or de
terioration. Plug connectors must be
undamaged. An undersized exten
sion cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power
and overheating. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge. The lower the
gauge number, the heavier the cord
(see SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD
in the OPERATION section).
• Do not use multiple cords.
• Do not abuse cord. Never carry the
unit by the extension cord or yank
extension cord to disconnect unit.
• Use cord retainer to prevent discon
nection of extension cord from unit
and possible damage to the unit due
to plug movement. See ATTACH THE
EXTENSION CORD TO YOUR TRIM
MER in the OPERATION section.
• Do not use the unit if the switch
does not turn the unit on and off
properly. Repairs to the switch must
be made by your Sears Service
Center,
• Keep the extension cord clear of op
erator and obstacles at all times. Do
not expose cords to heat, oil, water,
or sharp edges.
• To avoid the possibility of electric
shock, avoid body contact with any
grounded conductor, such as metal
fences or pipes.
• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) protection should be pro
vided on circuit or outlet to be used.
Receptacles are available having
built-in GFCI protection and may be
used for this measure of safety
UNIT SAFETY
• Inspect unit before use. Replace
damaged parts. Make sure all han
dles, guards, and fasteners are in
place and securely fastened. Parts
that are damaged must be repaired
or replaced by a Sears Service Cen
ter. These include head parts that
are cracked, or chipped, guards,
and any other part that is damaged.
• Do not repair unit yourself.
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• Use only 0.065" {1.65 mm) diame
ter recommended trimmer iine. (See
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS). Nev
er use wire, rope, string etc,
• Use specified trimmer spool. Make
sure spool is properly installed and
all parts are securely fastened.
• Use only recommended replace
ment parts and accessories.
CUTTING SAFETY
• inspect area to be cut. Remove ob
jects (rocks, broken glass, nails,
wire, string, etc.) which can be
thrown or become entangled in cut
ting head.
• Do not overreach or stand on unsta
ble support. Keep firm footing and
balance.
• Keep the cutting head below waist
levei. Do not raise handles above
your waist. Cutting head can come
dangerously close to your body.
• Keep away from cutting head and
spinning line,
• Use unit properly. Use only for trim
ming, edging, scalping, and mow
ing. Do not force unit. It will do the
job better and with [ess risk of injury
at the rate for which it was designed.
• Use only in daylight or in good artifi
cial light.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
^WARNING; Disconnect unit
from the power supply before perform
ing maintenance, or when changing
trimmer line.
• Maintain unit according to recom
mended procedures. Keep cutting
line at proper length. Follow instruc
tions for changing trimmer line.
• Have all service and maintenance
not explained in this manual per
formed by a Sears Service Center to
avoid creating a hazard.
• Never douse or squirt the unit with
water or any other liquid. Clean unit
and labels with a damp sponge.
Keep handles dry, clean, and free
from oil and grease.
• Keep the air vents clean and free of
debris to avoid overheating the mo
tor, Clean after each use.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
• Stop the unit and disconnect the
power source when not in use.
• Carry the unit with motor stopped.
• Store the unit so the line limiter
blade (on underside of shield) can
not cause injury.
• Store unit indoors in a high, dry
place out of the reach of children.
Store unit unplugged.
• Do not hang unit so that the trigger
switch is depressed.
DOUBLE INSULATION CONSTRUC
TION
This unit is double insulated to help
protect against electric shock. Double
insulation construction consists of two
separate “iayers” of electrical insula
tion instead of grounding.
Tools built with this insulation system
are not intended to be grounded. No
grounding means is provided on this
unit, nor should a means of grounding
be added to this unit. As a result, the
extension cord used with your unit can
be plugged into any polarized t20 volt
electrica! outlet.
Safety precautions must be observed
when operating any electrical tool.
The double insulation system only
provides added protection against in
jury resulting from an interna! eiectrical
insulation failure.
^WARNING: All electrical repairs
to this unit, including housing, switch,
motor, etc., must be diagnosed and
repaired by qualified service person
nel, Replacement parts for a double
insulated appliance must be recom
mended by the manufacturer. A
double insulated appliance is marked
with the words “double insuiation” or
“double insulated.” The symbol
(square within a square) 0 may also
be marked on the appliance. Failure
to have the unit repaired by qualified
service personnel can cause the
double insulation construction to be
come ineffective and result in serious
injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ASSEMBLY
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol
lowing list.
Model 358.745290
• Trimmer
• Shield
• Cutting line dispenser with extra line
Examine parts for damage. Do not
use damaged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find
parts missing or damaged, call
1-800-235-5878.
ASSEMBLY
A WARNING: If received as
sembled, review all assembly steps to
ensure your unit is properly as
sembled and ali fasteners are secure.
• Extend the tube until it snaps into
place.
ADJUSTING UPPER HANDLE
• Press button located on the under
side of the upper handle and extend
handle to a comfortable position.
ATTACHING THE SHIELD
^WARNING: The shield must be
properly installed. The shield provides
partial protection from the risk of
thrown objects to the operator and
others. Your unit is equipped with a
line limiter blade, which cuts excess
line to the proper length while running.
The line limiter blade (on underside of
shield) is sharp and can cut you.
NOTE: If shield is not properly
installed, damage to unit (including
motor failure) will result.
1. Align the installation arrow on the
shield with the installation arrow on
the motor housing (see illustration
below).
2. Insert the shield onto the motor
housing. Ensure cutting line re
mains free to rotate and is not
caught between the shield and the
motor housing.
3. Twist the shield as illustrated until
it snaps securely into place. Make
sure the shield is facing the back
of the unit as shown on the front
cover of this manual.
ALIGN INSTALLATION ARROWS
Button
ADJUSTING ASSIST HANDLE
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.
2. Rotate the handle on the tube to
an upright position; place in a
comfortable position and retighten
wing nut.
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
UNIT. ComparG the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourseif with the loca
tion of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future refer
ence.
Recessed r ,
Plug ■’
Assist Handle
Trigger button
Switch
Twist and Edge Button
Handle
Air Vents
Debris Shield
RECESSED PLUG
The RECESSED PLUG is where you at
tach your extension cord to the unit.
TRIGGER SWITCH
The TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn
on the unit. Squeeze the trigger switch
to operate the unit.
LINE LIMITER
The LINE LIMITER cuts the cutting line
to the proper cutting length.
ASSIST HANDLE
The ASSIST HANDLE is used to help
hold and guide the unit.
HANDLE BUTTON
The HANDLE BUTTON is used to adjust
the upper handle to a comfortable op
erating position.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Use only a voltage supply as specified
on your unit.
SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD
Extension Cord Gauge Chart
Length of Cord Gauge
25 Ft. (7.5 m)
50 Ft. (15 m)
100 Ft. (30 m)
Extension cords are available for this
unit at Sears.
Extension Cord
(16 Guage) ....................... 71-85708
18 Gauge
16 Gauge
16 Gauge
Motor Housing
Semi-automatic
__ Head with
0.065" line
'^Tap Button
Line Limiter Blade
SEMI-AUTOMATIC HEAD
The SEMI-AUTOMATIC HEAD holds the
cutting line and rotates during opera
tion.
TWIST AND EDGE BUTTON
The TWIST AND EDGE BUTTON is used
to twist the lower portion of the unit
into an edging position.
EDGE GUIDE
The EDGE GUIDE protects the unit
from contacting the ground during
edging.
TAP BUTTON
The TAP BUTTON is used to advance
the cutting line during operation and to
remove the spool during line replace
ment.
ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO YOUR TRIMMER
Loop your extension cord through the
handle and around the hook. Insure
the plug and cord are firmly and fully
engaged.
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CORRECT OPERATING POSITION
Trimming
Á WARNING: Always wear eye
protection. Never lean over the trim
mer head. Rocks or debris can rico
chet or be thrown into eyes and face
and cause blindness or other serious
injury.
When operating unit, stand as shown
and check for the following:
• Wear eye protection and heavy
clothing.
• Hold trigger handle with right hand
and assist handle with left hand.
• Keep unit below waist level.
• Cut only from your right to your left
to ensure debris is thrown away
from you. Without bending over,
keep line near and parallel to the
ground (perpendicular when edging)
and not crowded into material being
cut.
ADVANCING THE CUTTING LINE
Advance line by tapping bottom of cut
ting head lightly on the ground while
unit is running at full speed. A metal
blade attached to the shield will cut
the line to the proper length.
EDGING POSITION
You can press this button and twist
the lower portion 180° into an edging
position.
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EDGING
While edging allow the tip of the line to
make contact. Do not force the line.
The edge guard helps protect the unit
and keeps the unit from contacting the
ground. Take extra caution while edg
ing as objects can be thrown from the
trimmer line.
A
Button
Á WARNING; Use only 0.065 inch
(1.65 mm) diameter line. Other sizes of
line will not advance properly and will
result in improper cutting head function
or can cause serious injury. Do not use
other materials such as wire, string,
rope, etc. Wire can break off during cut
ting and become a dangerous missile
that can cause serious injury. See page
2 for warning concerning other cutting
devices.
TRIMMING
Hold the bottom of the trimmer head
about 3 inches (8 cm) above the
ground and at an angie. Allow only the
tip of the line to make contact. Do not
force trimmer line into work area.
The scalping technique removes un
wanted vegetation. Hold the bottom of
the trimmer head about 3 inches (8
cm) above the ground and at an an
gle. Allow the tip of the line to strike
the ground around trees, posts, monu
ments, etc. This technique increases
line wear.
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MOWING
Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in
places conventional lawn mowers
cannot reach. In the mowing position,
keep the line parallel to the ground.
Avoid pressing the head into the
ground as this can scalp the ground
and damage the tool.
SWEEPING
The fanning action of the rotating iine
can be used for a quick and easy
clean up. Keep the line parallel to and
above the surfaces being swept and
move the tool from side to side.
MAINTENANCE
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
^ WARNING: Disconnect power source before performing maintenance.
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK WHEN TO PERFORM
Check for loose fasteners and parts Before each use
Check for damaged or worn parts Before each use
Inspect and clean unit and labels After each use
GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not
cover items that have been subjected
to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty,
the operator must maintain unit as
instructed in this manual. Various ad
justments will need to be made peri
odically to properly maintain your unit.
BEFORE EACH USE
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Housing Screws
• Assist Handle Screws
• Debris Shield
• Edge Guide
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact Sears Service Center for re
placement of damaged or worn parts.
• Trigger Switch - Ensure switch func
tions properly by pressing and re
leasing the trigger switch. Make sure
motor stops.
• Debris Shield - Discontinue use of
unit if debris shield is damaged.
AFTER EACH USE
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LA
BELS
• 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 dean dry cloth.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
REPLACING THE LINE
1. Remove the spool by firmly pulling
on the tap button.
2. Clean entire surface of hub and
spool.
3. Replace with a pre-wound spool
(#71 -85837), or cut a length of 30
feet of 0.065" (1.65 mm) diameter
Craftsman® Pro Trimmer line. Use
of heavier lines could overload the
unit and damage unit.
A WARNING: Never use wire,
rope, string, etc., which can break off
and become a dangerous missile,
4. insert one end of the line about 1/2
inch (1 cm) into the small hole in
side the spool.
5. Wind the line evenly and tightly
onto the spool. Wind in the direc
tion of the arrow found on the
spool.
6. Push the line into the notch, leav
ing 3 to 5 inches (7-12 cm) un
wound.
7. insert the line into the exit hole in
USER REPLACEABLE SERVICE PARTS
REPLACEMENT PART PART NUMBER
Spool with 0.065" Pro Trimmer Line 71-85837
Assist Handle 530402657
Bolt, Assist Handle, 1/4-20 530401989
Wing Nut, Assist Handle 530016152
Shield Assembly 530402672
Edge Guide 530402663
Screw, Edge Guide Retaining 530015815
the hub as shown in the illustra
tion.
8. Align the notch with the line exit
hole.
9. Push the spool into the hub until it
snaps into place.
10. Pull on the line extending outside
the hub to release it from the
notch; otherwise, the unit will not
function properly.
STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage after each
use by performing the following steps:
A WARNING;
• Stop the unit and disconnect the
power source when not in use.
• Carry the unit with motor stopped.
• Store the unit so the line limiter
blade cannot cause injury.
Store unit and extension cord in
doors in a high, dry place out of the
reach of children. Store unit un
plugged.
Store unit with all guards in place.
Position unit so that any sharp ob
ject cannot accidentally cause injury.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
A WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source before
performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that re
quire unit to be operating.
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Trimmer head
stops under a
load or does not
turn when switch
is pressed.
Line does not
advance or
breaks while
cutting.
Line welds onto
spoo!.
Line releases
continuously.
Line usage is
excessive.
Line pulls back
into head.
1. Crowding trimmer line
against material being
cut.
2. Electrical failure.
3. Thrown circuit breaker.
4. Debris stopping head.
1. Line improperly routed
in head.
2. Line improperly
wound into spool.
3. Incorrect line size
4. Not enough line
outside of head.
5. Dirt buildup on unit
1. Line size is incorrect.
2. Incorrect spool.
3. Line is being crowded
against material being
cut.
1. Line improperly
routed in head.
2. Spool damaged.
1. Line improperly routed
in head.
2. Line size is incorrect
3. Crowding line against
materia! being cut.
4. Spool worn or damaged.
1- Too little line outside
of head.
2. Line size incorrect
1. Allow tip of line to do the cutting.
2. Contact Sears Service (see back
cover).
3. Check Breaker Box.
4. Remove debris.
1. Check line routing.
2. Rewind line tightly and evenly.
3. Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) dia. line.
4. Remove cover and pull 4 inches
(10 cm) of line out of head.
5. Clean unit.
1. Use only 0.065 inch (1.65 mm) dia. line.
2. Replace with correct spool.
3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.
1. Check line routing.
2. Replace spool.
1. Check line routing.
2. Replace spool.
3. Cut with tip of line fully extended.
4. Replace spool.
1 - Remove cover and pull 4 inches
(10 cm) of line outside of head.
2. Use only 0.065 inch f1.65 mm) dia. line.
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