Craftsman 358.791051 User Manual

Operator's Manual

25cc/1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle

17 Inch Cutting Path / 0.095 Inch Line

GASOLINE WEEDWAOKER ®

Model No.

358.791051

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

• Espar_ol, p. 24

WARNING:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product.

For answers to your questions about this product:

Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon.-Sat., or 10 am-7 pm, Sun.

1-800-235-5878 _Hoo_slisted are Centrat Time)

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. 545167684 Rev. 1 1/18/08 BRW

Warranty Statement 2 Storage 18 Identification of Safety Symbols 2 Troubleshooting Table 19

Safety Rules 4 Emissions Statement 20 Assembly 9 Operation 11 Parts List 22 Maintenance 15 Spanish 24

Service & Adjustments 16 Parts and Ordering Back Cover

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GAS WEEDWACKER When used and maintained according to the operator's manual, ifthis product fails due

to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store, Sears Service Center, or other Craftsman outlet in the United States

for free repair (or replacement if repair proves impossible). This warranty excludes cutting line, spark plug and air filter, which are expendable

parts that can wear out from normal use in less than one year. This warranty applies for only 90 days from purchase date if this product is ever used

for commercial or rental purposes. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights

which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

_bDANGER: Use only specified trimmer

head, spool, and 0.095 inch (2.4 mm) recom-

®®®

mended trimmer line. Never use blades, flailing devices, wire, rope, string, etc. This attachment is designed for line trimmer use

only. Failure to follow these instructions may

result in serious injury.

_L,WARNING: This unit can be dangerous! Careless or

mproper use can cause serous n ury=

Read the operator's manual before use. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury. Save operator's

manual.

t#. _ _ Trimmer line can throw objects vio-

_!i_i',!'i_ Always wear hearing protection and

: wear head protection, heavy, long

lently. You can be blinded or injured. safety glasses marked Z87. Always pants, long sleeves, boots and

gloves.

Hazardzoneforthrownobjects.

•Trimmerlinethrowsobjectsviolently.

•Youandotherscanbeblinded/injured.

• Keepchildren,bystanders,andanimals 50feet(15meters)away.

Do not wear jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosing hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc. They can

secureha'rab°vesh°u'der'ength.

be caught in moving parts.

Assist handle to be positioned only below the arrow.

Never allow children to operate this unit.

Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of the reach of children. Store unit and fuel in area where

fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches,

furnaces, etc.

When servicing unit, use only identical replace- ment parts.

"-"_ Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before

o--_ruWeAthReNulnNitGn:eFire ha ZmardorNepVe_sm(iiXciP°_rng rsst ° rleggaScpliene

f ames, or work that can cause sparks).

cleaning or servicing.

Useunleadedgasolineandtwo-strokeoilmixedata

ratioof40:1(2.5%).

Theseattachmentsusedincombinationwiththespecifiedpowerheadhavebeen evaluatedtoANSIB175.3-2003,"GrassTrimmersandBrushcutters- Safety

Requirements".

Powerbeadincludingtrimmerattachment...................... 358.79105

Brushcutterattachment...................................... 358.79244

Theseattachmentsusedincombinationwiththespecifiedpowerheadhavebeen evaluatedtoapplicableISOandENsafetyrequirementstandardsbytheSwedish

MachineryTestingInstitute:

Edgerattachment........................................... 358.79240

Cultivatorattachment........................................ 358.79241

Blowerattachment.......................................... 358.79242

Prunerattachment.......................................... 358.79245

mlWARNING:Whenusinggar- deningappliances,basicsafetypre-

cautionsmustalwaysbefallowedto

reducetheriskoffireandserious injury.Readandfollowallinstructions.

This power unit can be dangerous! Op-

erator is responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and in manual. Read entire operator's manual before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar

with the controls and the proper use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit to

persons who have read, understand, and will follow the instructions and

warnings on the unit and in the manual. Never allow children to operate this unit.

OPERATOR'S SAFETY INFORMATION MANUAL ON THE UNIT

DANGER: Never use blades with line trimmer attachment. Never use flailing devices with any attach- ment. This unit (when used with sup-

plied line trimmer attachment) is de- signed for line trimmer use only. Use

of any other accessories with line trim- mer attachment will increase the risk

of injury.

If situations occur which are not cov- ered in this manual, use care and good judgment. If you need assis-

tance, contact your Sears Service Center or 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 glasses are available). Eye protec-

tion should be marked Z87.

• Always wear face or dust mask if op-

eration is dusty.

• Always wear heavy, long pants, long

sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards is recommended.

• Always wear foot protection. Do not

go barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of spinning line.

• Secure hair above shoulder length.

Secure or remove loose clothing 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 this unit when you are tired, ill, upset or un-

der the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you are doing; use common sense.

• Wearhearingprotection.

• Neverstartorruninsideaclosed roomorbuilding.Breathingexhaust

fumescankill.

• Keephandlesfreeofoilandfuel.

• Alwayskeepengineontheright handsideofyourbody.

• Holdtheunitfirmlywithbothhands.

• Keeptrimmerhead(orotheroption- alattachment)belowwaistleveland

awayfromallpartsofyourbody.Do notraiseengineaboveyourwaist.

• Keepallpartsofyourbodyaway frommufflerandspinningline(or otheroptionalattachment).Ahot

mufflercancauseseriousburns.

• Keepfirmfootingandbalance.Do

notoverreachorusefromunstable surfacessuchasladders,trees, steepslopes,rooftops,etc.

• Useonlyindaylightorgoodartificial light.

• Useonlyforjobsexplainedinthis manual(ormanualsforoptionalat- tachments).

UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY

_WARNING: Stop unit and dis- connect the spark plug before per-

forming maintenance (except carbure- tor adjustments).

• Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before each use. Look for

and repair fuel leaks before use. Keep in good working condition.

• Replace trimmer head parts that are chipped, cracked, broken, or dam-

aged in any other way before using the unit.

• Maintain unit according to recom- mended procedures. Keep cutting line at proper length.

• Use only 0.095 inch (2.4 ram) diame- ter Craftsman brand replacement line.

Never use wire, rope, string, etc.

• Install required shield properly before using the unit. Use only specified trim-

mer head; make sure it is properly installed and securely fastened.

• Make sure unit is assembled cor- rectly as shown in this manual.

• Make carburetor adjustments with lower end supported to prevent line from contacting any object.

• Keep others away when making car- buretor adjustments.

• Use only recommended Craftsman accessories and replacement parts.

• Have all maintenance and service not explained in this manual per-

formed by a Sears Service Center.

FUEL SAFETY

• Mix and pour fuel outdoors.

• Keep away from sparks or flames.

• Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit.

• Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills.

• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before start-

ing engine. Stop engine and allow it to cool before removing fuel cap.

• Empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting the unit. Use up fuel left

in the carburetor by starting the en- gine and letting it run until it stops.

• Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open

flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

• Always store gasoline in a container approved for flammable liquids.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

• Stop tile unit before carrying.

• Allow engine to cool before storing or transporting in vehicle.

• Empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting the unit. Use up fuel left

in the carburetor by starting the en- gine and letting it run until it stops.

• Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open

flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

• Store unit so line limiter blade can- not accidentally cause injury. The

unit can be hung by the shaft.

• Store unit out of reach of children.

This unit is not equipped with an anti- vibration system and is intended for occasional use only.

SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibra- tions through prolonged use of gaso- line powered hand tools could cause

blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people

prone to circulation disorders or ab- normal swellings. Prolonged use in

cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy

people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength,

change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or

joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An anti-

vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Us- ers who operate power tools on a con-

tinual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and

the condition of this tool.

SPECIALNOTICE:Thisunitis equippedwithatemperaturelimiting

mufflerandsparkarrestingscreen whichmeetstherequirementsofCali-

forniaCodes4442and4443.AllU.S. forestlandandthestatesofCalifornia,

Idaho,Maine,Minnesota,NewJersey,

Oregon,andWashingtonrequireby lawthatmanyinternalcombustionen-

ginesbeequippedwithasparkarrest- ingscreen.Ifyouoperateinalocale wheresuchregulationsexist,youare

legallyresponsibleformaintainingthe operatingconditionoftheseparts.

Failuretodosoisaviolationofthe law.Fornormalhomeowneruse,the mufflerandsparkarrestingscreenwill

notrequireanyservice.After50hours ofuse,werecommendthatyourmuf-

flerbeservicedorreplacedbya

SearsServiceCenter.

LINE TRIMMER SAFETY

_,WARNING: Inspect the area to be trimmed before each use. Remove

objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown by or become entangled in line. Hard ob-

jects can damage the trimmer head and be thrown causing serious injury.

• Use only for trimming, scalping, mow-

ing and sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or hedge trimming.

• Cut only from your left to your right.

Cutting on right side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS _WARNING: For each optional

attachment used, read entire opera- tor's manual before use and follow all

warnings and instructions in manual and on attachment.

_WARNING: Ensure handlebar

is installed when using brushcutter attachments. Attach handlebar above

arrow on safety label on the upper shaft (engine end of unit). If your

brushcutter attachment does not in- clude a handlebar, a handlebar acces- sory kit (#530071451) is available

from your Sears Service Center.

EDGER SAFETY

A_&WARNING: Inspect tile area to

be edged before each use. Remove

objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown by the

blade or can wrap around the shaft.

• Blade rotates momentarily after the trigger is released. The blade can

seriously cut you or others.

• Allow blade to stop before removing it from the cut.

Blade rotates Allowbladeto stop after the fromthe cut. I

relaaseff

triggeris _/

• Throw away blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken or dam-

aged in any other way. Replace parts that are cracked, chipped, or

damaged before using the unit.

• Do not attempt to remove cut materi- al nor hold material to be cut when

the engine is running or when cut- ting blade is moving.

• Always keep the wheel and depth adjusting skid in contact with the ground.

• Always push the unit slowly over the ground. Stay alert for uneven side- walks, holes in the terrain, large

roots, etc.

BLOWER/VACUUM SAFETY

'_,WARNING: Inspect area before starting unit. Remove all debris and

hard objects such as rocks, glass,

wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage

during operation.

• Do not set unit on any surface ex- cept a clean, hard area while engine

is running. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc., could be

picked up by the air intake and thrown out through discharge open- ing, damaging unit, property, or

causing serious injury to bystanders or operator.

before removingitI

• Neverplaceobjectsinsidetheblow- ertubes,vacuumtubesorblower

outlet.Alwaysdirecttheblowingde- brisawayfrompeople,animals,

glass,andsolidobjectssuchas trees,automobiles,walls,etc.The forceofaircancauserocks,dirt,or stickstobethrownortoricochet

whichcanhurtpeopleoranimals, breakglass,orcauseotherdamage.

• Neverrununitwithouttheproper equipmentattached.Whenusing yourunitasablower,alwaysinstall blowertubes.

• Checkairintakeopening,blower tubesorvacuumtubesfrequently,

alwayswithenginestoppedand sparkplugdisconnected.Keep

ventsanddischargetubesfreeof

debriswhichcanaccumulateand restrictproperairflow.

• Neverplaceanyobjectinairintake openingasthiscouldrestrictproper

airflowandcausedamagetothe

unit.

• Neveruseforspreadingchemicals, fertilizers,orothersubstanceswhich

maycontaintoxicmaterials.

• Toavoidspreadingfire,donotuse nearleaforbrushfires,fireplaces,

barbecuepits,ashtrays,etc.

BRUSHCUTTER SAFETY

_DANGER: Blade can thrust vio- lently away from material it does not cut.

Blade thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs.

,_WARNING: Do not use trimmer bead as a fastening device for the

blade.

Stop coasting blade by contact

with cut material.

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_I=WARNING: Inspect the area to

be cut before each use. Remove ob-

jects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown or become

entangled in the blade or trimmer line.

• Throw away and replace blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken

or damaged in any other way.

• Install required shield properly be- fore using the unit. Use the metal

shield for all metal blade use.

,40&WARNING: Only use brushcut- ter attachments that provide a metal

shield with protruding nose.

Pr°truding

• Use only specified blade and make sure it is properly installed and se-

curely fastened.

• Cut from your left to your right.

• Always use the handlebar and a properly adjusted shoulder strap with blade (see ASSEMBLY instruc-

tions in brushcutter attachment oper- ator's manual).

CULTIVATOR SAFETY ,_WARNING: Rotating tines can

cause serious injury. Keep away from

rotating tines. Stop the engine and

disconnect the spark plug before un- clogging tines or making repairs.

_WARNING: The blade contin- ues to spin after the throttle is re-

leased or engine is turned off. The coasting blade can throw objects or seriously cut you if accidentally

touched. Stop the blade by contacting the right hand side of the coasting blade with material already cut.

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_WARNING: Inspect the area to

be cultivated before starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard and sharp

objectssuchasrocks,vines,branch- es,rope,string,etc.

• Avoidheavycontactwithsolidobjects thatmightstopthetines.Ifheavycon-

tactoccurs,stoptheengineandin- specttheunitfordamage.

• Neveroperatethecultivatorwithout thetinecoverinplaceandproperly

secured.

• Keepthetinesandguardclearof

debris.

• Afterstrikingaforeignobject,stop theengine,disconnectthespark plugandinspectthecultivatorfor

damage.Repairbeforerestarting.

• Disconnectattachmentfromthe driveenginebeforecleaningthe

tineswithahoseandwatertore- moveanybuild-up.Oilthetinesto

preventrust.

• Alwaysweargloveswhenservicing orcleaningthetines.Thetinesbe- comeverysharpfromuse.

• Donotrununitathighspeedunless cultivating.

HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY

dt_ DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE - Blade

moves momentarily after the trigger is released. Do not attempt to clear

away cut material when the blade is in motion. Make sure engine is stopped,

the spark plug wire is disconnected, and the blade has stopped moving before removing jammed material

from the cutting blade. Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting blade.

Blades move

momentarily

after the

trigger is

leased.

Allow blades to stop before removing them from the cut.

• Keep the cutting blade and air vents clear of debris.

POLE PRUNER SAFETY

_:_,WARNING: The reciprocating

blade/rotating chain can cause severe injury. Inspect the unit before use. Do

not operate unit with a bent, cracked or dull blade or dull chain. Keep away from the blade/chain.

WARNING: The reciprocating

blade/rotating chain is sharp. Do not touch. To prevent serious injury, always

stop engine and ensure blade/chain

has stopped moving, disconnect spark

plug, and wear gloves when changing or handling the blade or chain.

A0&WARNING: A coasting blade/ro- tating chain can cause injury while it

continues to move after the engine is stopped. Maintain proper control of the

unit until the blade/chain has completely stopped moving. Keep hands, face and feet at a distance from all moving parts.

Do not attempt to touch or stop the

blade or chain when it is moving.

_WARNING: Falling objects can cause severe head injury. Wear head

protection when operating this unit with a pole pruner attachment.

_,WARNING: Inspect the area be- fore starting the unit. Remove all de-

bris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or

damage during operation.

• Do not use a cutting blade that is bent, warped, cracked, broken or

damaged in any other way. Have worn or damaged parts replaced by

your Sears Service Center.

• Always keep unit in front of your body. Keep all parts of your body

away from the cutting blade.

_I=WARNING: To prevent serious

injury, do not use more than one boom

extension with a pole pruner attach-

ment.

A0&WARNING: Keep the pruner away from power lines or electrical

wires.

• Only use for pruning limbs or branches up to 6 inches (15 cm) in

diameter.

• Donotoperatetheunitfasterthan thespeedneededtoprune.Donot

runtheunitathighspeedwhennot pruning.

• Alwaysstoptheunitwhenworkis delayedorwhenwalkingfromone

cuttinglocationtoanother.

• Ifyoustrikeorbecomeentangled withaforeignobject,stoptheengine

immediatelyandcheckfordamage. Haveanydamagerepairedbya

SearsServiceCenterbeforeat- temptingfurtheroperations.Discard bladesthatarebent,warped,

crackedorbroken.

• Stoptheunitimmediatelyifyoufeel

excessivevibration.Vibrationisa signoftrouble.Inspectthoroughly

forloosenuts,boltsordamagebe- forecontinuing.ContactSearsSer-

viceforrepairorreplacementofaf- fectedpartsasnecessary.

SNOW THROWER SAFETY

_L'WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the rotor when starting

or running the engine. Never attempt to clear the rotor with the engine/motor running. Stop engine and disconnect

spark plug before unclogging snow or debris from discharge chute or when

adjusting vanes.

dUIWARNING: Never lean over dis- charge chute. Rocks or debris could

be thrown into the eyes and face and cause serious injury or blindness.

_i WARNING: Inspect the area where the unit is to be used. Remove

objects that could be thrown or dam-

age the unit. Some objects may be

hidden by fallen snow -- be alert for

the possibility.

• Direct material discharge away from glass enclosures, automobiles, etc.

• Do not run engine at high speed while not removing snow.

• Be attentive when using the snow- thrower, and stay alert for holes in

the terrain and other hidden haz- ards.

• Make sure the rotor will spin freely before attaching the snowthrower to

the powerhead.

• If the rotor will not rotate freely due to frozen ice, thaw the unit thorough-

ly before attempting to operate under power.

• Keep the rotor clear of debris.

• Do not throw snow near other people. The snow thrower could

propel small objects at high speed causing injury.

• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect spark plug

and inspect the snowthrower for damage and repair if necessary be-

fore restarting unit.

• Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclosures, automobiles and

trucks.

• Never attempt to use the snow- thrower on a roof.

• Never operate the snowthrower near window wells, dropoffs, etc.

• Never discharge snow onto public roads or near moving traffic.

• Clear snow from slopes by going up and down; never across. Use cau-

tion when changing directions. Nev- er clear snow from steep slopes.

• Let snowthrower run for a few min- utes after clearing snow so moving

parts do not freeze.

• Look behind and use care when backing up. Exercise caution to

avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in reverse.

• Know how to stop quickly.

CARTON CONTENTS

Check carton contents against tile fol- lowing list.

Model 358.791051

• Powerhead

• Trimmer attachment

• Shield

• Wing nut (screwed onto shield)

• Container of oil

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. It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in

the empty fuel tank.

Findingfueloroilresidueonmuffleris

normalduetocarburetoradjustments andtestingdonebythemanufacturer.

ASSEMBLY

_WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before per- forming any assembly procedures.

WARNING" If received as-

sembled, repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all

fasteners are secure. INSTALLING TRIMMER ATTACH-

MENT CAUTION: When installing trimmer

attachment, place the unit on a flat surface for stability.

1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise.

Coupler

Shipping protector

TIGHTEN

2. Remove shipping protector from coupler.

3. Remove the shaft cap from the

trimmer attachment (if present).

4. Position locking/release button of attachment into guide recess of

coupler.

5. Push the attachment into the cou- pler until the locking/release button

snaps into the primary hole.

6. Before using the unit, tighten the knob securely by turning clock-

wise.

Coupler Primary Hole

Locking/

Upper Release Attachment

Shaft

_WARNING: Make sure the lock- ing/release button is locked in the pri-

mary hole and the knob is securely tightened before operating the unit. All

Button

Knob

Guide Recess

attachments are designed to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise

stated in the applicable attachment op- erator's manual. Using the wrong hole

could lead to serious injury or damage to the unit.

Secondary Hole

Locking/Release Button in Primary Hole

For optional attachments, see the AS- SEMBLY section of the applicable at- tachment operator's manual.

ATTACHING SHIELD

,_WARNING: The shield must be

properly installed. The shield provides

partial protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others and

is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the proper

length. The line limiter blade (on under- side of shield) is sharp and can cut you.

For proper orientation of shield, see

KNOW YOUR TRIMMER illustration in OP-

ERATION section.

1. Remove wing nut from shield.

2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.

3. Pivot shield until bolt passes

through hole in bracket.

4. Securely tighten wing nut onto

bolt.

Bracket _/

Slot

Shield

ADJUSTING THE HANDLE

,_WARNING: When adjusting the

handle, be sure it remains above the safety label and below the mark or ar-

row on the shaft.

1. Loosen wing nut on handle.

2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an

Gearbox

upright position; retighten wing nut.

Wing Nut

KNOW YOUR TRIMMER

READ THiS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

_luffler

Assist Handle

Trimmer Shaft

Head N_ Throttle Trigger

_ _,_j_ Primer Bulb

__. Shield

Coupler

Line Limiter Start Blade Lever

ON/STOP Switch

Starter Handle

ON/STOP SWITCH The ON/STOP switch is located on the

trigger handle and is used to stop the engine. To stop the engine, push and

release the engine ON/STOP switch=

PRIMER BULB The PRIMER BULB removes air from

the carburetor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel. This allows you to start the engine with fewer pulls on the

starter rope. Activate the primer bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return

to its original form=

START LEVER

The START LEVER helps to supply fuel to the engine to aid in starting. Acti-

vate the starting system by moving the start lever to the START position. DO

NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine has started and runs. After the engine starts, allow the engine to

warm-up 10-15 seconds, then fully squeeze the throttle trigger to deacti- vate the starting system (start lever

returns to RUN position).

COUPLER

The COUPLER enables optional at- tachments to be installed on the unit=

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

_,WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules

before you begin. If you do not under- stand the safety rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call 1-800-235-5878.

FUELING ENGINE

_WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling.

This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Before operation,

gasoline must be mixed with a good quality synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled

engine oil. We recommend Craftsman

brand synthetic oil. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is

obtained by mixing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline=

Included with this trimmer is a 3.2 ounce container of oil. Pour the entire contents of this container into 1 gallon of gasoline to achieve the proper fuel

mixture. DO NOT USE automotive oil or

marine oil. These oils will cause engine

damage.Whenmixingfuel,follow instructionsprintedoncontainer. Onceoilisaddedtogasoline,shake containermomentarilytoassurethatthe

fuelisthoroughlymixed.Alwaysread andfollowthesafetyrulesrelatingto

fuelbeforefuelingyourunit. IMPORTANT

Experienceindicatesthatalcohol blendedfuels(calledgasoholorusing ethanolormethanol)canattractmois-

turewhichleadstoseparationand formationofacidsduringstorage.

Acidicgascandamagethefuelsys- temofanenginewhileinstorage.To

avoidengineproblems,emptythefuel systembeforestoragefor30daysor longer.Drainthegastank,starttheen-

gineandletitrununtilthefuellinesand carburetorareempty.Usefreshfuel nextseason.Neveruseengineorcar-

buretorcleanerproductsinthefuel tankorpermanentdamagemayoc-

cur.SeetheSTORAGEsectionfor additionalinformation.

HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT

• Release the throttle trigger.

• Push and release the engine ON/

STOP switch. The switch will auto- matically return to the ON position.

Wait 5 seconds before attempting to restart unit to allow switch to reset.

,,!p$ fj

ON/STOP swl,oh

HOW TO START YOUR UNIT

_WARNING: Avoid any contact with the muffler. A hot muffler can

cause serious burns.

Starting position

STARTING A COLD ENGINE

NOTE: DO NOT squeeze the throttle

trigger until the engine has started and runs.

1. Set unit on a flat surface.

2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6

times.

3. Move the start lever to the START

position.

Primer Bulb

Start Lever

Starter Handle

4. This unit has the Sim-pul '" starting system. You do not have to pull the

starter rope handle sharply or brisk- ly. Pull starter rope handle with a controlled and steady motion until

engine starts and runs.

5. Allow unit to run for 5 seconds, then fully squeeze the throttle trigger to

disengage the starting system (start lever returns to RUN position).

STARTING A WARM ENGINE

1. Squeeze and hold tile throttle trig- ger.

2. Pull starter rope handle with a con- trolled and steady motion while

squeezing throttle trigger until en- gine starts and runs.

NOTE: Normally, the warm starting procedure can be used within 5-10

minutes after the unit is turned off. If

the unit sits for more than 10 minutes without being used, it will be neces-

sary to start the unit by following the steps under STARTING A COLD EN-

GINE or following the starting instruc- tion steps shown on the unit.

STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE

Flooded engines can be started by placing the start lever to the RUN posi-

tion.Fully squeeze throttle trigger.

Pull the starter handle repeatedly while squeezing throttle trigger until engine starts and runs. This could re-

quire pulling the starter handle many times, depending on how badly the

unit is flooded.

Iftheunitstilldoesn'tstart,refertothe

TROUBLESHOOTINGTABLEorcall

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CRAFTSMAN®

CONVERTIBLE TM FEATURE

This model is equipped with a coupler which enables optional attachments to

be installed. The optional attachments are:

Edger ................. 358.79240

Cultivator .............. 358.79241

Blower ................ 358.79242

Brushcutter ............ 358.79244

Pruner ................ 358.79245

&WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before re- moving or installing attachments.

REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACH-

MENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL AT- TACHMENTS)

CAUTION: When removing or instal-

ling attachments, place the unit on a flat surface for stability.

1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise.

Upper Shaft

Coupler

LOOSEN

Attachment

TIGHTEN Knob

2. Press and hold the locking/release button.

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3. Push the attachment into the cou- pler until the locking/release button

snaps into the primary hole.

4. Before using the unit, tighten the knob securely by turning clock-

wise.

couple r Primary Hole

Upper Locking/ Attachment

Shaft Release

A"LWARNING: Make sure the lock-

ing/release button is locked in the pri- mary hole and the knob is securely

tightened before operating the unit. All attachments are designed to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise

stated in the applicable attachment op- erator's manual. Using the wrong hole

could lead to serious injury or damage to the unit.

Secondary Hole

Locking/Release Button in Primary Hole

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

To maximize operating efficiency, do

not run the engine for longer than 1 minute at a time at full throttle.

OPERATING POSITION

ALWAYS USE: Hearing

Guide Recess

Button

Eye Protection

Attachment

3. While securely holding the engine and upper shaft, pull the attach-

ment straight out of the coupler.

INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH-

MENTS

1. Remove the shaft cap from tile at- tachment (if present).

2. Position locking/release button of attachment into guide recess of

coupler=

Long Pants

Heavy

Cut from your left to your right,

4_WARNING: Always wear eye protection. Always use hearing protec-

tion. Never lean over the trimmer head.

Rocks or debris can ricochet 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.

• Hold unit so that engine is below

waist level.

• Out only from your left to your right to

ensure debris is thrown away from you. Without bending over, keep line

near and parallel to the ground and not crowded into material being cut.

Do not run the engine at a higher speed than necessary. The cutting line will cut efficiently when the engine is run at less than full throttle. At lower speeds, there

is less engine noise and vibration. The cutting line will last longer and will

be less likely to "weld" onto the spool. Always release the throttle trigger and allow the engine to return to idle

speed when not cutting.

HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT

• Release the throttle trigger.

• Push and release the engine ON/

STOP switch.

TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE

The trimmer line will advance approxi- mately 2 inches (5 cm) each time the

bottom of the trimmer head is tapped on the ground with the engine running

at full throttle. The most efficient line length is the

maximum length allowed by the line limiter. Always keep the shield in place

when the tool is being operated. To advance line:

• Operate the engine at full throttle.

• Hold the trimmer head parallel to

and above the grassy area.

• Tap the bottom of the trimmer head

lightly on the ground one time. Ap- proximately 2 inches (5 cm) of line will be advanced with each tap.

Always tap the trimmer head on a grassy area. Tapping on surfaces such

as concrete or asphalt can cause ex- cessive wear to the trimmer head.

If the line is worn down to 2 inches (5 cm) or less, more than one tap will be

required to obtain the most efficient line length.

_I=WARNING: Use only 0.095 inch

(2.4 ram) diameter line. Other sizes of line will not advance properly and will

result in improper cutting head func-

tion or can cause serious injury. Do

not use other materials such as wire,

string, rope, etc. Wire can break off during cutting and become a danger-

ous missile that can cause serious in- jury. CUTTING METHODS

A_,WARNING: Use minimum speed and do not crowd the line when

cutting around hard objects (rock, gravel, fence posts, etc.), which can

damage the trimmer head, become entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a serious hazard.

• The tip of the line does the cutting. You will achieve the best perform-

ance and minimum line wear by not crowding the line into the cutting

area. The right and wrong ways are shown below=

Tip of the line Line crowded into does the cutting, work area,

Right Wrong

• The line will easily remove grass and weeds from around walls, fences, trees and flower beds, but it also can cut the tender bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences.

• For trimming or scalping, use less than full throttle to increase line life

and decrease head wear, especially:

• During light duty cutting.

• Near objects around which the line

can wrap such as small posts, trees or fence wire.

• For mowing or sweeping, use full throttle for a good clean job.

TRIMMING - Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches (8 cm)

above the ground and at an angle. Al- low only the tip of the line to make

contact with vegetation. Do not force trimmer line into work area.

Trimming

3 inches (8 cm above ground

SCALPING - The scalping technique removes unwanted vegetation down to the ground. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches (8 cm)

above the ground and at an angle. Al- low the tip of the line to strike the

ground around trees, posts, monu- ments, etc= This technique increases

line wear.

Scalping

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.

Mowing

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SWEEPING - The fanning action of the rotating line can be used to blow away loose debris from an area. Keep the line

parallel to and above the area surface

and swing the tool from side to side.

'_ Sweeping

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

_, WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance

except for carburetor adjustments.

CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK Check for loose fasteners and parts

Check for damaged or worn parts Inspect and clean unit and labels

Clean air filter Inspect muffler and spark arresting screen

Replace spark plug

GENERAL RECOMMEN DATIONS

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-

WHEN TO PERFORM

Before each use Before each use

After each use Every 5 hours of operation

Every 50 hours of operation

Yearly

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

• Spark Plug Boot

• Air Filter

• Housing Screws

• Assist Handle Screw

• Debris Shield

justments will need to be made peri- odically to properly maintain your unit.

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