Craftsman 358795620 Owner’s Manual

IMPORTANT MANUAL

Operator's

Manual

Do Not Throw Away

Model No.

358.795620

WARNING:

Read the Operator's Mandrel and

FoIlow All Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure To Do So

Can Result in Serious Iujur_

Always Wear gye Protection

SE_Ai_-_.._;/__RRFTS.MI:iNo

.GASOLINE HEDGE TRIMMER

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

e Repair Parts

S_rs, Roebuc& and Ce., H_ff'mar_-Es_tes, _ _9!?@4/SA

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN HEDGE TRIMMER

CO. HOFFMAN ESTATES

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARNtNC_SAND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .. 3 USING'fOUR LrNIT......................... 8

KNOW YOUR UNIT ......................... 5 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY --

ENGINE INFORMATION ................ _.. 6 GENERAL MAINTENANCE ............ 10

ACCESSORtES_ENANCE ITEMS.._... 7 PARTS AND SERVICE .............. Back Cover

SPECIFICATIONS

Air

Front Spark Choke Lever Filter Ignition

Throttle Rear

Handle Plug_,_ Switch

L_-Out Haudle

Hand Guard

CuttingBlade

Thro_le

Starter Muf_r Trigger Fuel Ca!_

HanclIe

MODEL: 358.795620

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DISPLAC_,_-_-_: 21cc ENGINE RPM: Operating-- 9000

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SPARK PLUG CHAMPION CY-SY

SPARK PLUG GAP: .024" to .028"

IGNITION: Solid Slate MODULE AIR GAP: .010" to .0t4"

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FU_L MI_ Gasoline/Off :Mixture 40:1. (see Fueling Your _ngine)

I._ER: ........ _.... Lo Tone (SpexkArresfin_)

FUEL TANK CAPACIT_ _ 207 cc (7 ft. oz.)

A WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(See Additional Safety Instructions throughout this Manuvi)

_k DANGER - THIS POWER TOOL CAN BE DANGEROUS! This unit can cm*se serlous

imjm_yiueludiug amputation or blindness to the operator and others. The warnings and sa---_etyinstructions in this mamuaI must be followed to provide reasonable safetyand efl_ciencyinusingthis unit. The operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Read the entire

Operator'sM_ual beforeassemblingandusingthisunit!Restricttheuseofthispowertooltopersonswho read,under- stand,_d followthewarningsandinstructionsinthismamml and onthetu_it.

AlwaysWear Eye Protection

K6ADEMO'_S

AFr_;t __JGG_

IS P,_I2,ASED.

Eye Protection

A WARNING

C_G BLADE CAN THROW

OBJECTS VIOLENTLY.

- YOU C_ BE BLINDED

ORINJURED.

- ALWAYS WEAR EY_ PROTECTION.

A WARNING

HAZARD ZONE FOR

CUTTING BLADE

- THE CUTTING BLADE CAN

SERIOUSLYCUTYOU OR OTHERS.

- OTHERS CAN BE BLINDED

OR INJUEED.

- KEEP PEOPLE AND ANIMALS

15 FEET (5 METE!_) AWAY.

BLADE TO STOP

SEFO_aEMOVZNG BLADE MOVES MOME_NT__J_LY

_o_, _ c_z AFTER TRIGGER IS RELEASED.

- THE CU2_ING BLADE CAN SERIOUSLY CUT YOU OR OTHERS.

- ALLOWCUTTING BLADE TO

STOP BEFORE REMOVING IT FROM THE CUT..

Operator's

l_gnual

Labels

A WARNING

READ OPERATOR "S M_LNUAL:

o- FOU_OWALLWAm_GS

AND INSTRUCTIONS.

- FAtLDI_E TO DO SO CAN

RESULT IN SERIOUS INJUR"L

WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....(Continued)

_k OPERATOR SAFETY

1. DRESS PROPERLY--Always wear eye protec- tion when operating, servicing, or performing

maintenance onyour unit. Always wear heav_, long .pants, boots, and gloves. Do not go barefoot or wear sho_. pants, sandals, jewek3; loose clothing, or clothing With loosely hanging stra_, t_es, tassels,

etc.;theycanbe caughtinmovingparts_Secure hairsoitisaboveshoulderlength.Beingfullycoy.

el_i wilt help protect you from pieces of toxic plants su.cn as poison ivy tkrown by the cutt_mg blade, which could be more of a hazard then touching the

plan_ itsel_

2. STAY ALERT- -Do not operate the unit when you are tired, ill, or under the imCbaence of alcohol,

drugs, or medication.

3. DANGER--RISK OF CUT--KEEP IZ_NDS

AWAY FROM BLADE--Do not a_empt to clear

away cut material when the blade is in motion.

Make suretheswitchisintheSTOP position,the

spark plug wire is disconnected, and the blade has

stopped moving before removing jammed material

fromthecuttiagblad_De notgraborholdtheunit bythecuttingblade.

4. WARNING--blade moves momentarily a_ the

trigger is released.

5_ Wear hearingprotec_ienwhen using fills unit.

A UN/TSAFETY

L I_<pec_entirenilit before eao__use.Always :ma_e

sure all trundles and guards are properly and se_

ctu_lyfastenedwhen usingtheurdt.Have damaged

parts replaced by your SEARS Service CenSer/De- partment. Mnke sure all fastenersareinplace and

securelyfastened.

2. Do not use a cu_t2ng blade that is bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way.

Have partsthatarecracked,ch_pped,broken,or

damaged in any other way replaced byyour SF_A_RS Service Center/Department before using the urdt.

3. Use only SEARS cutting blades.

4. Use only genuine S_ accessories as recom-

m_aded fo_ _ unih

FUEL SAFETY

i. Mix andpour fueloutdoors andwhere there are no

sparks orflames.

2. Use a container approved for fuel.

3. Do no_ smoke or alJow smokingnear fuel or the unit or w_fle using the unit.

4. Wipe up _v_fuel spi!ls before starting engh_e.

5. Move at least 10 feet(3 meters) away from fueling site before sta_ing engine,

6. Stop engine before removingfuet cap. Allowengine

to cool before refue2in_

If situations occur which are not covered in this manua_ rtse care and good judgment.

Contact your SEARS Service Center/Department if you _eed assistance.

7. Empty the fuel tan_ before sgorlngthe uni_. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by startlngthe engine and letting the engine run until it stops.

8. Store unit andfuelin an area where fuel vapors can- ngt reach sparks or openflames from water heaters,

elect_e motors or switches, Parnaces,e_.

A T_G SAFETY

I.Inspect the area tobe trimmed before each use.Re-

move objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, strLug, etc.) which can wrap around or be thrown by

the cutting blade.

2. KEEP CH]I_REN AWAY--Keep others includ-

ing children, animals, bystanders and helpers out-

side the 30 foot (I0 meter) _ Zone. Stop the unit immediately ifyou are approached.

8. Always keep the unit in front of your body.

4.DON'T OVEPJ{EAOH OR STAND ON UNSTA-

BLE SUPPORT--Keep firm footing and balance

atalltimes.

5. Dono_raisetheunltaboveyourshoulders. Thecuf_

ringbladecancome dangerouslyclosetoyourbody.

6. KeepaN partsefyourbody away fromthecutting

blade.

7. USE UNIT PROPERLY--Use only for jobs e_-

phinedinthis manual.

_k MAINTENANCE SAFETY

t. MAINTAl_ UNIT WITH CARE--Maintain the

unit according to r_ommended procedures.

2. Keep the cutting blade and air ve_ts free of debris.

3. DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG before per- forming maintenance.

Use only genuine SEARS replacement parts as rec-

ommende&

Have eli maintenanceand service not exphined in this manual performed by your SEARS Service CenterfDep_ent.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

Hand carry the unit With the engine stopped and the mm_flerandcutting bladeaway from your body.

Allowtheengiaetococ_emp_ Lh_e._ tank,a_d securetheunitbeforestoringortransper_ingitina

vehicle.

Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit. Use up fuel lef_ in the carburetor by star_gthe engine and letting the engine run unti! it stops.

Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water

heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc_

Stere _t so the cutting blade cannot accidenf_lly cause injury. Theunit can be hungby thehandle.

STORE UNIT INDOORS--Stere the unit in a

cool, dry place out of the reach ofch_dren.

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A. INTRODUCTION

"four unit will trim hedges precisely and nea_ly. Special Features Include:

e 21ec (1.28 _a. in.) Engine

i Handgaerd

• Comfortable Front Handle

• Throttle Trigger Lock-out

• Anti-vibration Handles

B. UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

I. After removing 0ae contents from the carton,

check the parts agein_ the adjacent list.

2. Examine the parts for damage. Do not use dam-

_parts.

3. Notify your BEA _S Store immediate2y if a pgrt is missing or damaged.

C. CARTON CONTENTS

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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

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This Operator's M_nualis designed to help you safely operate and maintain your unit. It is important that you read the

entire manual to become familiar with the unit before you begin operation.

A WARNING [ c. Have your SEARS Service Center]Depart-

Review all Warnings and Safety Instructions in] merit _place cutting blades that are bent,

this manual. [ warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any

]Before operating your unit, always:

Inspect the entire unit before each use. Re-

' place damaged parts.

b. Use only the specified cutting blade. See

_Specifications?' Make sure the cuttiug blade is properly installed and securely fas_ened.

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SPECIAL NOTICE

For users on U.S. Forest Land and in some states, including California(Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington: Certain internal combus-

tion enginez operated on forest, brush, and/or grass -covered tands, in the above areas, must be equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective working order, or the engine muss be constructed, equipped, and main- tained for the prevention of fire. Check vcith your state or local authorizes for regulations pertaining to these

requirements. Failure to follow these requirements is a violation of the law. This unit is factory-equlpped with a spark a_'Testor. If a spark arre_r is r_u_ed in your area, you are legally responsible for _ain_h_ug

the operating condition of these parts.

other way before using the uniL

Use only SEARS cutting blades. Use only_nuine SEARS accessories or z_o

tachnmrLts _ recommended for this unit.

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ENGINE INFORMATION

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A.BEFORE STARTING YOUR ENGINE

WARNING:

BE SURE TO READ THE FUEL SAFETY INFORMATION IN THE SAFETY RULES SECTION ON PAGE 4 OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE YOU BEGIN.

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increased fuel stability (extends fuel life up to 5 times longer) and reduced _moke.

I£ CRAFTSMAN 2 cycle oil is not available, use a good

quality 2 cycle AIR-COOLED engine oil that has a

recommended fuel mix 40:1.

IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND THE FUEL SAFETY SECTION DO NOT AT-

TEMPT TO FUEL YOUR UNIT; SEEK HELP FROM SOMEONE THAT DOES UN-

DERSTANDTHE FUEL SAFETY SECTION OR CALL THE CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HOTLINE AT 1-800-235-5878.

GASOLINE

The two-cycle engiue on this preduct requires a fuel

mixture of regular unleaded gasoline and a high quality 2-cycte engine off (AIR-COOI_D) for lubrication of the bearings and other moving parts. The correct fuel]

oll _e is 40:I (see Fuel Mixture Chart). Tootlttle off or the incorrect oil type wi]] caUse poorperformance and

may cause the engine to overheat and seize. Ga_line and o_ must be premixed in a clean approved

fuel container. Always use fresh regular unleeded gaso-

line.

IMPORTANT: Experience indicetes that alcohol blended fuelscalledgasoho! (orusingethanolormetha- nol) can attract moisture, which leads to oi!/gassepara-

tion and formation of aoids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine whilein stor-

age. To avoid engine problems, thefuet system should

be emptied before storagefor 30 days or longer. Drain the gastank, then runthe fuel outofthe carburetor and fuel lines bystarting the eng{neand letting itrununtilit

sL,'_s, Use fresh f,_ ne_ se,_-',s_'_.8Be STOF_AGE

instructionsforadditbnal information. Neveruseengine orca,.'buretorcleaner p_oductsin thefuel tankorperma-

nent damage may occur.

]34PORTAN_ Do not use:

• AUTOMOTIVE OIL

• BOAT OILS (NMMA, BI& etc.)

These oils do net have proper edditives for 2-cyate0 AIR-COOLED engines and can cause engine dam-

age.

GASOLINEANDOIL_

Mix g_oRne and offas fellow_

• Con_:l%cha_t for cc,rre_ _:ti_es.

* Do not mix gasoline and o2 directly in the fuet

tank.

FOR ON_ GALLON:

- Pour 3.2 ounces ofbSgh qual_W,2- cycle engine oil

into an erupt., approvedonegaJloneasolinecon-

_iue=

Add one gallon of regular un]ead edgasoline to the galIon container, then securely _eptace the cap.

Shake the confiner mo_en_;_,_:

The mixture is now ready for us_-. Fuel stabilizer can be added at _his time ff desir.ed;foltow mixing

_zsffz'uc_J.onsonthe label.

FUEL ST._IIJZER

Fuel stabilizeris an acceptable alternative in

n_nimizing the formation of fuelgum deposits during storage.Add stabilizerto_asolineinfee!tankorstorage containen A_ways follow _hefuel mix ratiofoundon the

stabilizer container.Run engineat least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the

c_rbureter. You do not have to drain the fuel tank for

storage if you are using fuel stabilizer.

CP_FTSMAN 40:I2 cycle engineoilis specially blended with fuel stabilizers. If you do not use this Sears oil, you

toyourfueltank. CRAFTSMAN 40:12cycie oil_sstronglyrecommended.

This oilis specially blended with fuelstabilizers for

FUEL MIXTURE CHART

40:1 Fuel:Oil Mix _a_o

1 gallon 3,2 1_ gallons -4.0

2,'5 gallons 8_ ..... J

One gallon fuel containers cm_ hold more than

one gat!o_L

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