Craftsman 358.796200 User Manual

Operator's Manual

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24cc/1.3 cu.in. 2-Cycle

17 Inch Cutting Path

GASOLINE WEEDWACKER _

Model No.

358.796200

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating

WARNING:

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 /,ou_ listed are central Time)

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

530087875 2/25/00

Warranty Statement 2 Storage 11 Safety Rules 2 Troubleshooting Chart 12 Assembly 4 Emissions Statement 12

Operation 5 Illustrated Parts List 14 Maintenance 9 Spanish 17

Service & Adjustments 10 Parts and Ordering Back

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GAS POWERED

WEEDWACKER ® LINE TRIMMER

For one year 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 the Operator's 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 normal use. If this Weedwacker® Line Trimmer is used for commercial purposes, this warran-

ty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. If this Weedwacker® Line Trimmer is used for rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 30 days from the date of purchase. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the

United States.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE WEEDWACKER® LINE TRIMMER TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.

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

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

_WARNING: When using garden- ing appliances, basic safety precau-

tions must always be followed to re- duce the risk of fire and serious injury.

Read and follow all instructions.

Thispower unit can be dangerous!

Operator is responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and

in manual. Read entire Operator's

"_ety information onthe unit

_li 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.

Manual before using unit!Be thor- oughly familiar with the controls and

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the proper use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unitto persons who have

read, understand, and will follow the instructionsand warnings on the unit

and inthe manual. Never allow chil- dren to operate this unit.

_WARNING: Trimmer line throws objects violently. You and others can

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

rotatingline.Keepchildren,bystand- ers,andanimals50feet(15meters) away.If approachedstopunitimmedi- ately.

EyeProtection

Ifsituationsoccurwhichare not coveredinthis manual,usecareand goodjudgement.If youneed

assistance,contactyourSears ServiceCenterorcall

1-800-235-5878.

OPERATOR SAFETY

• Always wear safety eye protection.

• Always wear long pants, long

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

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.

• Do not operate when you are tired,

ill, upset, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

• Wear headng protection if you use

unit for more than 1-1/2 hours per day.

• 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

• Disconnect the spark plug before

performing maintenance except car- buretor 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 tdmmer head parts that are

chipped, cracked, broken, or dam- aged in any other way before using

the unit.

• 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.

FUEL SAFETY

• Mix and pour fuel outdoors.

• Keep away from sparks or flames.

• Use a container approved for fuel.

• Do not smoke or allow smoking near

fuel or the unit.

• Wipe up all fuel spills.

• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters)

away from fueling site before start-

ing engine.

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

CUTTING SAFETY

• Use only for trimming, mowing, edg- ing, and sweeping. Do not use for

pruning or hedge trimming.

• Inspect the area before 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.

• 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 muf-

fler can cause serious burns.

• Cutting on left side of the shield will

throw debris away from the operator.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

• Allow engine to cool; secure unit be-

fore storing or transporting in ve-

hicle.

• 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, fur-

naces, etc.

• Store unit so line limiter cannot acci- dentally cause injury. The unit can

be hung by the tube.

* Store unit out of reach of children.

• If situationsoccurwhicharenotcov- ered in this manual, use care and goodjudgment. If you need assis-

tance,call 1-800-235-5878.

SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is not 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 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 arres- tor screen. If you operate in a locale where such regulations exist, you are

legally responsible for installing and maintaining the operating condition of

these parts. Failure to do so is a viola- tion of the law. Refer to the MAINTE-

NANCE section in this manual.

SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of

gasoline powered hand tools could

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

people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal 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 tex- ture, 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. Users who operate power

tools on a continual and regular basis

must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool.

CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents against the fol-

lowing list.

Model 358.796200

• Trimmer

• Shield

• 2-cycle engine 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

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

your unit is properly assembled and all

fasteners are secure.

• Rotate the handle on the tube to an

upright position; retighten wing nut.

ATTACHING THE SHIELD

_ILWARNING: 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 lim- iter which cuts excess line to the prop- er length. The line limiter (on under-

side of shield) is sharp and can cut you.

• Assemble parts as shown.

• Tighten parts securely.

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ADJUSTING THE HANDLE

_tLWARNING: When adjusting the handle, be sure it remains between

the trigger and the safety label.

• Loosen wing nut or knob on handle.

NOTE: Remove _k Wing Nut

washer and wing Washer nut from this bolt;

use for assembling shield.

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