Craftsman 358.795160 User Manual

Instruction Manual

CRAFTSMfl

32cc/1.9 cu.in. 2-Cycle

GASOLINE WEEDWACKER ®

Model No.

358.795160

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

• Espar_ol

For Occasional Use Only [UL)

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.

V

1-800-235-5878 _Ho0_0listed are Central Time)

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

530086199 8/22/01

Warranty Statement 2 Storage 11
Safety Rules 2 TroubIeshooting Table 12

Assembty 4 Emissions Statement 12
Operation 5 Parts List 14

Maintenance 9 Spanish 17
Service & Adjustments 10 Parts and Ordering Back

FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN _sGAS POWERED

WEEDWACKER ® LINE TRIMMER.

For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Gas Powered

Weedwacker Line Trimmer is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to
the operating and maintenance instructions in this manual, Sears will repair, free
of charge, any defect in materials or workmanship.

This warranty excludes nylon line, spark plug, and air filter, which are expendable
parts and become worn during normaI use.

Ifthis Weedwacker tine trimmer is used for commerciaI purposes, this warranty ap-

plies for oniy 90 days from the date of purchase. If this Weedwacker line trimmer is
used for rental purposes, this warranty appties for only 30 days from the date of pur-

chase.
This warranty applies oniy while this product is in use in the United States.

WARRANTY SERV}CEIS AVAILABLEBY RETURNING THE WEEDWACKER UNE TRIMMER
TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER INTHE UNtTED STATES

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may aIso have other rights
which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

4_WARNING: When using gar-
dening appliances, basic safety pre-

cautions must always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire and serious

injury. Read and fotiow alt instructions.

This power unit can be dangerous[ Op-

erator is responsible for following
instructions and warnings on unit and in

manual. Read entire instruction manual
before using unit! Be thoroughly famitiar

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 chitdren to operate this unit.

INSTRUCTION SAFETYINFORMATION
MANUAL ONTHE UNIT

'_ DANGER: Never use blades or
flailing devices. This unit is designed

for line trimmer use only. Use of any
other accessories or attachments wiII

increase the risk of injury.

_k WARNING: Tdmmer line throws
objects violently. You and others can be

blinded/injured. Wear eye and leg
protection. Keep body parts clear of ro-

tating line.

Eye Protection

_" Boots _)_

Keep children, bystanders, and animals
50 feet (15 meters) away. Stop unit im-
mediately if approached.

2

Ifsituationsoccurwhicharenotcov-
eredinthismanual,usecareand
goodjudgment.Ifyouneedassis-

tance,contactyourSearsService
Centerorcal_1-800-235-5878.

OPERATORSAFETY

• Dressproperly.Alwayswearsafety

gtassesorsimilareyeprotection
whenoperating,orperformingmain-
tenance,onyourunit(safety
g}assesareavailable).Eyeprotec-

tionshoutdbemarkedZ87.

• Alwayswearfaceordustmaskifop-

erationisdusty.

• Alwayswearheavy,longpants,tong

sleeves,boots,andgloves.Wearing
safetytegguardsisrecommended.

• Alwayswearfootprotection.Donot

gobarefootorwearsandats.Stay
clearofspinningline.

• Securehairaboveshoulder_ength.

Secureorremovelooseclothingor
clothingwithtoosetyhangingties,

straps,tassels,etc.Theycanbe
caughtinmovingparts.

• Beingfullycoveredatsohetpspro-

tectyoufromdebrisandpiecesof
toxicplantsthrownbyspinningline.

• StayAlert.Donotoperatethisunit

whenyouaretired,ill,upsetorun-
dertheinfluenceofalcohol,drugs,

ormedication.Watchwhatyouare
doing;usecommonsense.

• Wearhearingprotection.

• Neverstartorruninsideaciosed

roomorbuilding.Breathingexhaust

fumescankitt.

• Keephandlesfreeofoilandfuel.

UNIT/ MAINTENANCE SAFETY

• Disconnect the spark ptug before

performing maintenance except car-
buretor adiustments.

• Look for and replace damaged or

toose 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
tine at proper length.

• Use only Craftsman® replacement

tine. Never use wire, rope, string,
etc.

• Instantrequired shield propedy before

using the unit. Use only specified
trimmer head; make sure it is properly
instalIed and securety fastened.

• Make sure unit is assembled cor-

rectly as shown in this manual.

• Make carburetor adjustments with
_ower end supported to prevent Iine

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 inthis manua$ per-

formed by a Sears Service Center.

FUEL SAFETY

• Mix and pour fueI outdoors.

• Keep away from sparks or flames.

• Use a container approved for fuel

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

• Avoid spilling fue_ or oil, Wipe up aIt
fuet spi}ts.

• Move at least "_0feet (3 meters)
away from fueting site before start-

ing engine.

• Stop engine and allow to cool before
removing fuet cap.

• Always store gasoline in a container
approved for flammable iiquids,

CUTTING SAFETY
,I_, 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 Sine. Hard objects can

damage the trimmer head and be
thrown causing serious injury.

• Use onty for trimming, scaIping, mow-
ing and sweeping. Do not use for edg-

ing, pruning or hedge trimming.

• Keep firm footing and baIance. Do not
overreach.

• Keep aHparts of your body away from
muffler and spinning line. Keep engine

below waist level. A hot muffler can
cause serious burns.

• Cut from your _eftto your right. Cutting
on right side of the shietd will throw de-
bns away from the operator,

• Use on}y in daylight or good artificial
_ight.

• Use onty for jobs explained in this

manual.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

• Allow engine to coo} before storing or
transporting in vehicle.

• Empty the fuel tank before storing or
transporting the unit. Use up fuet left in
the carburetor by starting the engine

and tetting it run until it stops.

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

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

• Storeunitsolinetimiterbladecannot
accidentallycauseinjury.Theunitcan

behungbythetube.

• Storeunitoutofreachofchildren.

SAFETYNOTICE:Exposuretovibra-
tionsthroughprolongeduseofgaso-

linepoweredhandtoolscouldcause
btoodvesselornervedamageinthe

fingers,hands,andjointsofpeople
pronetocirculationdisordersorab-
normalswellings.Prolongedusein

coldweatherhasbeenlinkedtoblood
vesseldamageinotherwisehealthy

people.Ifsymptomsoccursuchas
numbness,pain,tossofstrength,

changeinskincolorortexture,ortoss
offeelinginthefingers,hands,or

joints,discontinuetheuseofthistool

andseekmedicalattention.Ananti-
vibrationsystemdoesnotguarantee
theavoidanceoftheseproblems.Us-

erswhooperatepowertoolsonacon-
tinualandregularbasismustmonitor

closelytheirphysicalconditionand

theconditionofthistool
SPECIALNOTICE: This unit is

equipped with a temperature limiting
muffler and spark arresting screen

which meets the requirements of Cali-
fornia Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S.

forest Iand and the states of California,

Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey,
Oregon, and Washington require by
Iaw that many internal combustion en-

gines be equipped with a spark arrest-
ing screen. Ifyou operate in a locale
where such regulations exist, you are

Iegally responsible for maintaining the
operating condition of these parts.

Failure to do so is a violation of the
Iaw. For normal homeowner use, the
muffler and spark arresting screen wilt

not require any service. After 50
hours of use, we recommend that your

muffler be serviced or replaced by a
Sears Service Center.

CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol-

lowing list.
Model 358.798160

• 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 for 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

_IIWARNING: If received as-
sembled, repeat all steps to ensure

your unit is properly assembled and all
fasteners are secure,

ADJUSTING THE HANDLE
_ WARNING: When adjusting the

handle, be sure it remains between
the trigger and the safety decal.

1. Loosen wing nut on handle.

2. Rotate the handle on the tube to an

upright position; retighten wing nut.

INSTALLATION OF CUTTING HEAD
(if not already installed)

1. Push in locking lever and hold.

2. Rotate dust cup until the locking
lever fails into one of the grooves,

Locking Lever

3. Continue to hold in locking lever.
This wilt keep the shaft from turn-

ing while tightening the hex nut.

4. Slide the trimmer head onto the
shaft of the gearbox.

Cutting Heed _-

"_ Alignment

"_ Washer

Hex Nut _

5. Place the alignment washer over
the hex nut.

6. install alignment washer and hex
nut by threading nut onto the shaft

counterclockwise.

NOTE:Itwiltbenecessarytousea

deepsockettotightenthehexnut.

Thehexnutmustbecenteredinthe
hoIeofthecuttingheadbeforetight-
ening.

7.Tightennutsecurely(10-12ft-lbs).

8. ReleaseIockinglever.
ATTACHINGSHIELD

,I_WARNING: The shield must be
property installed. The shield provides

partiaI protection from the risk of thrown
objects to the operator and others and
is equipped with a line Iimiter blade

which cuts excess line to the proper
length, The Iine limiter blade (on under-

side of shield) is sharp and can cut you.

KNOW YOUR TRIMMER
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULESBEFORE OPERATING YOUR

UNiT Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourseff with the location
of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Tube%,

Trimmer

Head

e_ad_ r Handle

" _ ON/STOP Switch

For proper orientation of shietd, see
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER illustration in OP-

ERATION section.

1. Remove wing nut from shield.

2. Insert bracket into siot as shown.

3. Pivot shietd until bolt passes
through hote in bracket.

4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bott.

Shield

/ Throttle

Line Limiter Trigger

Blade

ON/STOP SWITCH
The ON/STOP switch 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 fitis

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.

Muffler

CHOKE
The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the

engine to aid in cold starting. Activate
the choke by moving the choke lever to

the FULL CHOKE position. After the en-
gine attempts to start, move the choke
Iever to the HALF CHOKE position. Once
engine has started, move the choke le-

ver to the OFF CHOKE position.

BEFORESTARTINGENGINE

WARNING: Be sure to read

the fuet 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

_[L WARNING: Remove fuel cap
slowly when refueling.

This engine is certified to operate on
unIeaded gasoline. Before operation,
gasotine must be mixed with a good

quaIity 2-cycIe air-cooIed engine oil.
We recommend Craftsman brand oit.

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 gation of unleaded
gasotine). DO NOT USE automotive oil

or boat oil These oits will cause
engine damage.
When mixing fuel, follow instructions

printed on container.
Once oi_is added to gasoline, shake

container momentafiIy to assure that
the fuet is thoroughly mixed. Always

read and follow the safety rules
relating to fuel before fueting your unit.

IMPORTANT

Experience indicates that alcohol
Mended fuels (caIted gasohol or using

ethanol or methanoI) can attract mois-
ture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel sys-
tem of an engine while in storage.

To avoid engine proMems, empty the
fuel system before storage for 30 days
or tonger. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fueI tines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh

fuel next season,

Never use engine or carburetor clean-
er products in the fuel tank or perma-

nent damage may occur.
See the STORAGE section for addition-
aI information,

HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT

• To stop the engine, push and re-

tease the engine ON/STOP switch,
The switch will automatically return

to the ON position. Wait 5 seconds
before attempting to restart unit to

attow switch to reset.

• If engine does not stop, move choke

tever to FULL CHOKE position.

\\'_,L _ ON/STOP

Throttie Trigger _X "_" "

\

HOW TO START YOUR UNIT

,I_ WARNING: The tdmmer head

wilt turn while starting the engine.
Avoid any contact with the muffler. A

hot muffler can cause serious burns.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a

warm engine after running out of
fuel)

Position

Choke

. Lever

Primer Bulb

Muffler

1. Set unit on a flat surface.

2. Stowly press the primer bulb 6
times.

3. Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE
by aligning arrow with position
shown on decal (see illustration

below).

Ar(ow ON
choke

Choke
position

decaI

lever

4. Squeeze the throttte trigger fuiIy and
hold through all remaining steps.

5. Puti starter rope handle sharply
until engine sounds as if it is trying

to start, but do not putt rope more
than 6 times.

6. As soon as engine sounds as if it
is trying to start, move choke lever
to HALF CHOKE by aiigning arrow

with position shown on decal (see

following illustration).

Arrowon

-choke

Choke lever
position

7. Pullstarterropesharplyuntilengine
runs,butnomorethan6putls.Ifthe

enginedoesn'tstartafter6pulls(at
theHALFCHOKEposition),movethe

chokelevertotheFULLCHOKE
positionandpresstheprimerbutb6

times.Squeezeandholdthethrottle
triggerandputtthestarterrope2

moretimes.Movethechoketever
totheHALFCHOKEpositionandpull

thestarterropeuntiltheengine
rdns,butnomorethan6pulls,tfthe

enginedoesn'tstart,repeatproce-

dure2additionaltimes.
NOTE:Ifenginestilldoesn'tstart,it

isprobablyflooded.Proceedto

STARTINGAFLOODEDENGINE

8. Oncetheenginestarts,allowitto
run10seconds,thenmovethe

chokelevertoOFFCHOKEby
aligningarrowwithpositionshown
ondecal(seeillustrationbelow).
Allowtheunittorunfor30more
secondsatOFFCHOKEbeforere-

leasingthethrotttetrigger.NOTE:
tfenginedieswiththechokelever
intheOFFCHOKEposition,move

thechokelevertotheHALF
CHOKEpositionandputtherope

untilengineruns,butnomorethan
6pulls.

Arrowon
choke

lever

Choke
position

decal

STARTING A WARM ENGINE

1. Move the choke _ever to the HALF
CHOKE position.

2. Squeeze and hold the throttle trig-
ger. Keep throttte tdgger fully

squeezed until the engine runs
smoothly.

3. Pull starter rope sharply untit engine
runs, but no more than 5 putls.

4. Allow engine to run 15 seconds,
then move the choke tever to the

OFF CHOKE position.

NOTE: tf engine has not started, pu_t

starter rope 5 more pulls, tf engine still
does not run, it is probably flooded.

STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE

Flooded engines can be started by

placing the choke lever in the OFF
CHOKE position; then, pull the rope to

c_ear the engine of excess fuel. This
could require pulling the starter handle

many times depending on how badly
the unit is flooded.

If the unit still doesn't start, refer to

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or ca_I

1-800-235-5878.

OPERATING POSITION

ALWAYS WEAR:

Cut from your left to your right.

_WARNING: Always wear eye
protection. Never lean over the trimmer

head. Rocks or debris can dcochet or
be thrown into eyes and face and

cause btindness or other serious injury.

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 futI throttle. At Iower speeds, there

is less engine noise and vibration.
Always release the throttle trigger and

allow the engine to return to idte
speed when not cutting.

To stop engine:

• Release the throttte trigger.

• Push and release the engine ON/
STOP switch.

CUTTING METHODS
_WARNING: Use minimum

speed and do not crowd the _ine 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.

Eye PrOlection

• Thetipofthelinedoesthecutting.
Youwillachievethebestperform-

anceandminimumlinewearbynot
crowdingthelineintothecutting

area.Therightandwrongwaysare

shownbelow.

Tipoflinedoesthe Linecrowdedinto

Scalping

Right Wrong

• The line witl easily remove grass
and weeds from around waits,
fences, trees and flower beds, but it

also can cut the tender bark of trees
or shrubs and scar fences.

• For trimming or scaIping, 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 ctean job,

TRIMMING - Hold the bottom of the
trimmer head about 3 in. (8 cm) above
the ground and at an angle. Allow only

the tip of the tine to make contact. Do
not force trimmer tine into work area.

Trimming

SCALPtNG - The scatping technique
removes unwanted vegetation down
to the ground. Hold the bottom of the
trimmer head about 3 in. (8 cm) above

the ground and at an angIe. Atlow the
tip of the line to strike the ground

around trees, posts, monuments, etc.
This technique increases line wear.

MOWING - Your trimmer is ideal for

mowing in places conventiona_ lawn
mowers cannot reach, tn the mowing

position, keep the line parallel to the
ground. Avoid pressing the head into

the ground as this can scaIp the
ground and damage the tool.

Mowing

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 toot 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 decals

Clean air filter
Inspect muffler and spark arresting screen

Replace spark plug

WHEN TO PERFORM

Before each use
Before each use
After each use

Every 5 hours of operation
Every 50 hours of operation

"Yearly

G EN ERAL R ECOMMENDATIONS

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 wilt need to be made peri-

odically to properly maintain your unit.
CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

• Spark Plug Boot

• Air Fiiter

• Housing Screws

• Assist Handle Screw

• Debris Shield

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR

WORN PARTS

Contact Sears Service Center for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.

• ON/STOP Switch - Ensure ON/STOP
switch functions properly by pushing

and releasing the switch. Make sure
engine stops. Wait 5 seconds be-

fore attempting to restart unit to al-
low switch to reset. Restart engine

and continue

• Fuel Tank - Discontinue use of unit
if fuel tank shows signs of damage

or leaks.

• Debris Shield - Discontinue use of
unit if debris shield is damaged.

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DE-
CALS

• After each use, inspect complete
unit for loose or damaged parts.
Clean the unit and decals using a

damp cloth with a mitd detergent.

• Wipe off unit with a cIean dry cloth.

CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine per-

formance and increases fuel con-
sumption and harmful emissions. Al-

ways clean after every 5 hours of
operation.

1. Clean the cover and the area
around it to keep dirt from failing

into the carburetor chamber when
the cover is removed.

2. Remove parts by pressing button
to release air filter cover.

NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard

or producing harmful evaporative
emissions, do not clean filter in gaso-

line or other flammable solvent.

3. Wash the filter in soap and water.

4. Allow filter to dry.

5. Add a few drops of oil to the filter;
squeeze the filter to distribute oil.

6. Replace parts.

Button _f.... -_

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Reptace the spark plug each year to
ensure the engine starts easier and
runs better. Set spark plug gap at

0.025 in. Ignition timing is fixed and
nonadjustable.

1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.

2. Remove spark plug from cylinder

and discard.

3. Replace with Champion RCJ-8Y

spark plug and tighten with a 3/4
in. socket wrench (10-12 ft.-tbs).

4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.

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_-_ A F e

LINE REPLACEMENT

• Always use Craftsman replacement
tine.

Choose the line size best suited for
the job at hand. Green colored line is

designed for cutting grass, red line for
grass and small weeds. The black cot-

ored tine is designed for cutting larger
weeds and light brush.

• Before inserting the line into the holes
in the cutting head, identify the proper

holes, When using Green, or Red, in-
sert line into the holes marked small

on the cutting head. Black line should
be inserted in the holes marked large.

• Insert both ends of your line through
the proper holes in the side of the cut-

ting head,

TPositioning Small

• Insert ends of the line one at a time
through the positioning tunnels.

Line against

• Pull the line and make sure the tine is
against the hub and extended fully
through the positioning tunnels.

• Correctly installed tine witl be the
same length on both ends.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

_ WARNING: The trimmer head
witt be spinning during most of this

procedure. Wear your protective
equipment and observe all safety pre-

cautions. After making mixture adjust-
ments, recheck idle speed.

Carburetor adjustment is critical and if
done improperly can permanently
damage the engine as welt as the car-
buretor, tf you require further assis-

tance or are unsure about performing
this procedure, caIt our customer as-
sistance help tine at 1-800-235-5878.

Old fuel, a dirty air filter, a dirty fuel fil-
ter, or flooding may give the impres-
sion of an improperly adjusted carbu-

retor. Check these conditions before
adjusting the carburetor.

The carburetor has been carefully set
at the factory. Adjustments may be

necessary if you notice any of the fol-
lowing conditions:

• Engine wilt not idle. See IDLE
SPEED-T under adjusting procedure.

• Engine dies or hesitates instead of
accelerating. See ACCELERATION

CHECK under adjusting procedure.

• Loss of cutting power. See MIXTURE
ADJUSTMENT (L or H) under adjust-
ing procedure.

There are two adjustment screws on
the carburetor, a mixture screw and an

idle speed screw.

lie Speed

Screw

(with Umiter Air Filter
Cap)

ADJUSTING PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Do not force plastic limiter

caps on screws beyond the built-in
stops or damage will occur. Be sure

trimmer line is extended to the maxi-
mum length allowed by the line limiter

blade.

Initial Settings:

1. Turn mixture screw counterclock-
wise until it stops.

2. Turn the idle speed screw clockwise
until itstops. Now turn counterclock-
wise 4 1/2 turns.

3. Start engine, cut grass for 3 min-
utes, then proceed to adjust screws
according to the instructions below.

tf engine performance at initial set-
tings is acceptable, no further ad-

justments are necessary. If engine

does not start, refer to TROUBLE-
SHOOTING TABLE. If still unable to

remedy situation, calt

1-800-235-5878.

Idle Speed
Allow engine to idle, Adjust speed until

engine runs without stalling.

• Turn idle speed screw clockwise to in-

crease engine speed if engine stalls
or dies.

10

• Turn idle speed screw counterclock-
wise to decrease engine speed.

No further adjustments are necessary

if performance is satisfactory.

Mixture Adjustment
CAUTION: Do not operate engine at

full throttle for prolonged periods while
making adjustments as damage to the

engine can occur. Adjust the mixture
screw 1/16 of a turn at a time. A 1/t6

turn is about the width of the slot in the
top of the screw.

• Turn the mixture screw clockwise until
the engine has good power w_th no

hesitation while cutting. Do not adjust
by sound or speed, but judge by how

well the engine performs while cutting.

• Turn the mixture screw counterclock-
wise if the engine has speed but dies

or lacks power while cutting.

After completing adjustments, check
for acceleration. Reset if necessary.
Acceleration Check

If engine dies or hesitates instead of
accelerating, turn the mixture screw
counterclockwise until you have

smooth acceleration.

WARNING: Perform the follow-

ing steps after each use:

• Allow engine to cool before storing
or transporting.

• Store unit and fuel in a well venti-
lated area where fuel vapors cannot

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

• Store unit with all guards in place.

Position unit so that any sharp ob-

ject cannot accidenta;ly cause injury.

• Store unit and fuel well out of the
reach of children.

SEASONAL STORAGE

Prepare unit for storage at end of sea-

son or if it wilt not be used for 30 days
or more.

If your unit is to be stored for a period

of time:

• Clean the entire unit before lengthy
storage.

• Store in a clean dry area.

• Lightly oil external meta_ surfaces.

FUEL SYSTEM

Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TION section of this manual, see mes-
sage Iabeted IMPORTANT regarding
the use of gasohot in your engine.

Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable aIter-

native in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel
tank or fuel storage container. FolIow
the mix instructions found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 5 min-
utes after adding stabilizer.

Craftsman 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) is already btended with fuel
stabilizer, tf you do not use this Sears
oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer to

your fuel tank.

ENGINE

• Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea-
spoon of 40:1,2-cycle engine oit (air

cooled) through the spark plug
opening. Slowly pull the starter rope

8 to 10 times to distribute oil.

• Replace spark plug with new one of
recommended type and heat range.

• Clean air filter.

• Check entire unit for loose screws,
nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam-

aged, broken, or worn parts.

• At the beginning of the next season,
use only fresh fuel having the proper
gasoline to oil ratio.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one sea-
son to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if it starts
to rust.

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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

WARNING: Atways stop unit and disconnect spark plug before perform-
ing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require

operation of the unit.

TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Engine will not 1. Engine flooded 1. See "Starting a Flooded Engine" in
start. Operation Section.

Engine will 1. Carburetor requires t See "Carburetor Adjustment" in
not idle adjustment. Service and Adjustments Section.
properly 2 Crankshaft seals worn. 2. Contact Sears Service Center.

Engine witl not 1. Air filter dirty t. Clean or replace air filter
accelerate, 2 Spark plug fouled 2 Clean or replace plug

lacks power, and regap.
or dies under 3. Carburetor requires 3 See "Carburetor Adjustment" in

a load adjustment. Service and Adjustments Section.

Engine 1. Choke partially on 1. Adjust choke.
smokes 2 Fuel mixture incorrect 2. Empty fuel tank and refiII with

excessively, correct fue_ mixture.

Engine runs t. Fuel mixture incorrect. 1. See "Fueling Engine" in Operation
hot section.

2 Fuel tank empty. 2. FilI tank with correct fuel mixture.

3. Spark plug not firing. 3. Install new spark plug

4. Fuel not reaching 4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
carburetor. Check for kinked or split fuel line;

5. Carburetor requires 5. See "Carburetor Adjustment '_in
adjustment. Service and Adjustments Section

3. Compression low. 3 Contact Sears Service Center.

4. Carbon build-up on 4 Contact Sears Service Center.
muffler outlet screen.

5. Compression low. 5 Contact Sears Service Center.

3. Air filter dirty. 3. Clean or replaceair filter.

4. Carburetor requires 4. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in
adjustment. Service and Adjustments Section

2. Spark pIug incorrect 2. Replace with correct spark plug.

3. Carburetor requires 3. See 'Carburetor Adjustment" in

adjustment Service and Adjustments Section

4. Carbon build-up on 4. Contact Sears Service Center.

muffler outlet screen

repair or replace.

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND
OBLIGATIONS: The U. S. Environ-
mental Protection Agency and Sears,

Roebuck and Co., U.S.A., are pieased
to explain the emissions control sys-
tem warranty on your lawn and garden

equipment engine. Ait new utility and
Iawn and garden equipment engines
must be designed, built, and equipped

to meet the stringent anti-smog stan-
dards, Sears must warrant the emis-

sion control system on your lawn and
garden equipment engine for the peri-
ods of time ]isted below provided there
has been no abuse, neglect, or im-

proper maintenance of your lawn and
garden equipment engine. Your emis-
sion control system includes parts

such as the carburetor and the ignition
system. Where a warrantable condi-
tion exits, Sears will repair your Iawn

and garden equipment engine at no
cost to you. Expenses covered under
warranty include diagnosis, parts and

labor, MANUFACTURER'S WAR-

RANTY COVERAGE: if any emis-
sions related part on your engine (as
]isted under Emissions Control War-

ranty Parts List) is defective or a de-
fect in the materials or workmanship of

the engine causes the faiiure of such
an emission related part, the part wi]I
be repaired or replaced by Sears,
OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSI-

BILITIES: As the lawn and garden
equipment engine owner, you are re-

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sponsiblefortheperformanceofthe
requiredmaintenancelistedinyour

instructionmanualSearsrecom-
mendsthatyouretainattreceiptscov-
eringmaintenanceonyourIawnand

gardenequipmentengine,butSears
cannotdenywarrantysoIeIyforthe

Iackofreceiptsorforyourfailureto
ensuretheperformanceofaitsched-

uledmaintenance.Asthelawnand
gardenequipment engine owner, you

shoutd be aware that Sears may deny
you warranty coverage if your tawn

and garden equipment engine or a
part of it has failed due to abuse, ne-
glect, improper maintenance, unap-

proved modifications, or the use of
parts not made or approved by the

original equipment manufacturer. You
are responsible for presenting your
tawn and garden equipment engine to
a Sears authorized repair center as

soon as a problem exists. Warranty
repairs should be completed in a rea-
sonable amount of time, not to exceed

30 days. tf you have any questions
regarding your warranty rights and re-
sponsibilities, you should contact your

nearest authorized service center or
catt Sears at 1-800-469-4663. WAR-

RANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE:

The warranty period begins on the
date the lawn and garden equipment

engine is purchased. LENGTH OF
COVERAGE: This warranty shaI{ be
for a period of two years from the ini-
tial date of purchase. WHAT IS COV-

ERED: REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT
OF PARTS. Repair or replacement of
any warranted part witl be performed

at no charge to the owner at an ap-
proved Sears servicing center. If you
have any questions regarding your

warranty rights and responsibilities,
you should contact your nearest au-

thorized service center or catt Sears at

1-800-469-4663. WARRANTY PE-

RIOD: Any warranted part which is not
scheduled for replacement as re-

quired maintenance, or which is
scheduled only for regular inspection

to the effect of "repair or replace as

necessary" shall be warranted for 2
years. Any warranted part which is

scheduled for replacement as re-
quired maintenance shalt be war-

ranted for the period of time up to the
first scheduled replacement point for
that part, DIAGNOSIS: The owner

shall not be charged for diagnostic ta-
bor which leads to the determination

that a warranted part is defective if the
diagnostic work is performed at an ap-
proved Sears servicing center. CON-

SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: Sears
may be liable for damages to other

engine components caused by the
failure of a warranted part still under

warranty. WHAT IS NOT COVERED:
All faitures caused by abuse, neglect,

or improper maintenance are not cov-
ered. ADD-ON OR MODIFIED

PARTS: The use of add-on or modified
parts can be grounds for disallowing a
warranty claim. Sears is not tiabte to

cover failures of warranted parts
caused by the use of add-on or modi-

fied parts. HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If
you have any questions regarding
your warranty rights and responsibili-

ties, you should contact your nearest
authorized service center or caIt Sears

at 1-800-469-4663. WHERE TO GET
WARRANTY SERVICE: Warranty ser-

vices or repairs shall be provided at all
Sears service centers, cat{:

1-800-489-4663. MAINTENANCE,

REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF

EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any
Sears approved replacement part

used in the performance of any war-
ranty maintenance or repair on emis-

sion related parts wilt be provided
without charge to the owner if the part
is under warranty. EMISSION CON-
TROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST:

Carburetor, Ignition System: Spark

Plug (covered up to maintenance
schedule), Ignition Module. MAINTE-

NANCE STATEMENT: The owner is
responsible for the performance of all

required maintenance as defined in
the instruction manual,

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