Craftsman 358.791980 User Manual
Operator's Manual
_ P R 0 F E S S I 0 N A L_
28cc/1.7 cu.in. 2-Cycle
GASOLINE WEEDWACKER ®
Model No.
358.791980
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
• Espa_ol, p. 19
WARNING:
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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 pro, Mon.-Sat., or 10 am-7 pro, Sun.
1-800-235-5878 (HourslistedareCentr_31me)
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
545167661 Rev. 3 6/19/08 BRW
Warranty Statement 2 Storage 13
Identification of Safety Symbols 2 Troubleshooting Table 14
Safety Rules 4 Emissions Statement 15
Assembly 6
Operation 7 Parts List 17
Maintenance 10 Spanish 19
Service & Adjus_nents 11 Parts and Ordering Sack Cover
CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL FULL WARRANTY
When used and maintained according to the operator's manual, ifthis product fails
due to a defect in material or workmanship within three (3) years from the date of
purchase, retum it to any Sears store, Sears Service Center, or other Craftsman out-
let in the United States for flee repair (or replacement if repair proves impossible).
This warranty applies for only 1 year from purchase date if this product is ever
used for commercial or rental purposes.
This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship. Sears will
NOT pay for:
• Expendable items that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period,
such as cutting line, filters or spark plugs=
• Repairs necessary because of accident or failure to operate or maintain the
product according to all supplied instructions.
• Preventive maintenance, or repairs necessary due to improper fuel mixture,
contaminated or stale fuel.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other tights
which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co=, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
_DANGER: Use only specified trimmer
head, spool, and recommended trimmer line.
Never use blades, flailing devices, wire,
rope, string, eto. This unit is designed for line
trimmer use only. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious injury.
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I_ ]_WARNING: This unit can be dangerous! Careless or
_1 Read the operator's manual before use. Failure to follow
improper use can cause serious injury.
instructions could result in serious injury. Save operator's
manual.
Hazard zone for thrown objects.
• Trimmer line throws objects violently.
• You and others can be blinded/injured.
• Keep children, bystanders, and animals
50 feet (15 meters) away.
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Assist handle to be positioned only below
the arrow.
Never allow children to operate this unit.
Trimmerlinecanthrowobjectsvio-
lently.Youcanbeblindedorinjured.
Always wear hearing protection and
safety glasses marked Z87. Always
wear heavy, long pants, long
sleeves, boots and gloves.
Secure hair above shoulder length.
Do not wear jewelry, loose clothing,
or clothing with loosing hanging
straps, ties, tassels, etc. They can
be caught in moving parts.
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reach of children. Store unit and fuel in area where
fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames
__ i Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of the
__ When sen/icing unit, use only identical replace-
from water heaters, elecl_ic motors or switches,
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furnaces, etc.
ment parts.
Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before
cleaning or servicing.
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_IWARNING: Fire hazard. Never mix, pour, or store gasoline
or use the unit near a flame or sparks (including smoking, open
flames, or work that can cause sparks).
Use unleadedgasoline and two-strokeoil mixed at a
ratio of 40:1 (2.5%).
_ WARNING: When using gar-
dening appliances, basic safety pre-
cautions must always be followed to
reduce the nsk of fire and serious
injury. Read and fellow all instructions.
Th,_ power unit can be dangerous! Op-
erator is responsible for following
instructions and warnings on unitand in
manual. Read entire operator's manual
before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar
with the consols and the proper use of
the unit. Rester 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 ONTHE UNIT
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DANGER: Never use blades or
flailing devices. This unit is designed
for line trimmer use only. Use of any
other accessories or attachments 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_00-235_._78.
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
operation 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.
• Wear hearing protection.
• Never start or run inside a closed
room or building. Breathing exhaust
fumes can kill.
• Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
_WARNING: Disconnect the
spark plug before performing mainte-
nance except carburetor adjustments.
• Look for and replace damaged or
loose parts before each use. Look
for and repair feel leaks before use.
Keep in good working condiiton.
• Replace t_mmer head parts thst 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 Craftsman@ 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 propedy
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 unitor while using the unit.
• Avoid spilling fuel or oil.Wipe up all
fuel spills before staring engine.
• 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
ftanspordng the unit. Use up fuel left
in the carburetor by starting the en-
gine and let_ng it run until it stops.
• Store unit and fuel in area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open
flames from water heaters, alectdc
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
• Always store gasoline in a container
approved for flammable liquids.
CUTTING SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area be-
fore each use. Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.)
which can be thrown by or become
entangled in line. Hard objects can
damage the trimmer head and be
thrown causing serious injury.
• Use only for tnmming, scalping, mow-
ing, edging and sweeping. Do not use
for pruning or hedge trimming.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do
not overreach.
• Keep all parts of your body away
from muffler and spinning line. Keep
engine below waist level. A hot mot-
fieF can cause serious burns.
• Cut only from your right to your left.
Cutting on left side of the shield will
throw debris away from the operator.
• Use only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Use only for jobs explained in this
manual.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
• Stop the 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, elec_aic
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
• Store unit so line limitsr 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 ofthese 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.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is
equipped with a temperature limiting
muffler and spark arresting screen
which meets the requirements of Cali-
fernia Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S.
forest land and the states of California,
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey,
Oregon, and Washington require by
law that many internal combustion en-
gines be equipped with a spark arrest-
ing screen. If you operate in a locale
where such regulations exist, you are
legally responsible for maintaining the
operating condition of these parts.
Failure to do so is a violation of the
law. For normal homeowner use, the
muffler and spark arresting screen will
not require any service. After 50 hours
of use, we recommend that your muf-
fler be serviced or replaced by a
Sears Service Center.
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol-
lowing list.
Model 358.791980
• Trimmer
• Shield
• Wing Nut (screwed onto shield)
• Container of line
• 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 fur the fuel filter to rattle in
the empty fuel tank.
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is
normal due to carburetor adjustments
and testing done by the manufacturer.
ASSEMBLY
_WARNING: IfreceNed as-
sembled, repeat all steps to ensure
your unti is properly assembled and all
fasteners are secure.
ADJUSTING THE HANDLE
the safety label and below the mark or
arrow on the sha_.
f. Loosen wing nut on handle.
2. Rotate the handle on the shaR to an
upright position; retighten wing nut.
A'I-rAC HING SHIELD
_' WARNING: The shield must be
properly installed. The shield provides
par_al 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
leng_. The line limiter blade (on under-
side of shield) is sharp and can cut you.
For proper orienta_on of shield, see
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER illustrationin
OPERATION section.
1. Remove wing nut,Tom shield.
2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.
3. Pivot shield until bolt passes
through hole in bracket.
4. Securely tighten wing nut onto pelt_
Bracket _ng Nut
Shield
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