Craftsman 358798430 Owner’s Manual
IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
Operator's
Manual
Model No.
358.798430
CUSTOMER
ASSISTANCE
1-800-235-5878
:_ HOURS (CST)
Mort.- SaL7 a.m.- 7 p.m. \ I
_ WARNING:
READ THE OPERATOR'S
MANUAL AND FOLLOW
ALL WARNINGS AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO DO SO CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY.
Always Wear Eye Protection
®
32 cc/2.0 cu. in. 2-CYCLE ENGINE
17 Inch Semi-Automatic Head®
GAS WEEDWACKER®
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
° Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 u.S.A. '
530-O83546-4:O9/20/95
SAFETY RULES
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i_ CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CON-
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, short pants, short
sleeves. Being fully covered helps to protect you from
pieces of toxic plants thrown by the cutting head.
* Secure hair so it is above shoulder length. Secure loose
clothing or jewelry, or clothing with loosely hanging ties,
straps,tassels, etc.;they can be caught in moving parts.
* Do not operate this unitwhen you are tired, ill or under
the influenceof alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Wear hearing protection if youuse this unit for more
than 1-1/2 hours per day.
• Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
* Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
• If situations occur which are not covered in this manu-
al, use care and good judgement.
UNIT MAINTENANCE/SAFETY
• Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before
each use. Look for and repair fuel leaks before use.
Keep the unit in good working condition.
• Replace semi-automatic head parts that are chipped,
cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way before
using the unit.
• Maintain the unit according to recommended proce-
dures. Keep the cutting line at the proper length.
* Use only .080" diameter monofitament line. Never use
wire, rope, string, etc.
• Install the required debris shield properly before using
the unit.
• Use only specified semi-automatic head. Make sure it
is properly installed and securely fastened.
• Disconnect the spark plugs before performing mainte-
nance (except carburetor adjustment).
• Make carburetor adjustments with the lower end sup-
ported to prevent.the trimmer line from contacting any
object. Hold the unit by hand.
• Keep others away when making carburetor adjust-
ments.
. Use only quality SEARS accessories and replace-
ment parts as recommended for this unit.
• Have all maintenance and service not explained in this
manual performed by your SEARS Service Center.
TACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING,
ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS.
FUEL SAFE7_.
• Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
o Keep away from sparks orflames.
* Use a container approved forfuel.
• Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unitc
while using the unit.
o Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.
• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling sit,
before starting engine.
• Stop engine and allow unit tocoot before removing fuc
cap.
CUTTING SAFETY
• inspect the area to be cut before each use. Rem0'_{
objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.
which can be thrownor become entangled in the semi
automatic head.
• Keep others including children, animals, bystander.,
and helpers a minimum of 50 feet (15 meters) away
Stop the engine immediatelyifyou are approached.
• Always keep {he engine on the right-hand side of yot
body.
* Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-reach.
• Keep the semi-automatic head below waist level.
• Do not raise the engine above your waist.
* Keep all parts of your body away from semi-automat!
head and muffler when engine is running.
• Cut from your right to your left.
- Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
• Stop the unitbefore transporting.
• Allow the engine to cool, and secure the unit befor,
storing or transporting in a vehicle.
° Empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting th,
unit. Use up any fuel left in the carburetor by startin!
the engir_and-letting the engine run until it stops.
° Store unit and fue! in an area where fuel vapors cann(
reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, elec
tdc motor or switches, furnaces, etc.
• Store unit so line limiter cannot accidentally caL_s,
injury.
• Store the unit out of the reach of children.
J SAFETY NOTICE ,
Exposure to vibrationsthroughprolongeduseof gasolinepoweredhandunitscouldcausebloodvesselor nervedamageinthefin-
gers, hands,and joints of peopleproneto circulationdisordersor abnormal sweltings. Prolongeduse in cold weather has been
linkedto bloodvesseldamagein otherwisehealthypeople. Ifsymptomsoccursuchas numbness,pain,lossofstrength,change.in
skinti,viC°l°r°rtexture,or lossof feelinginthe fingers, hands orjoints,discontinuethe us_of thisunitandseek medicalattention.
ant'- ibrat'on,system,doesnotguaranteethe avoidance,of theseproblems... Users.whooperatepowertoolsona continualandregu-
liar basis must monitor closely theirphysicalconditlonandthe condft!onof thisunit.
I _b) LOOK FOR TH'S SYMBOl TO PO|NT OUT |MPORTA"T SAFE_ PREOAUT|O"S.
|T MFANS - A_ENT|ON.f.I, BECOME ALI_RTH' YOUR SAFE_ |S 'NVOLVE_.
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DANGER:
THIS POWER UNIT CAN BE DANGEROUS! THIS UNIT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR BLINDNESS
TO THE OPERATOR AND OTHERS. THE WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
MUST BE FOLLOWED TO PROVIDE REASONABLE SAFETY AND EFRCIENCY IN USING THIS UNrl;,
THE OPERATOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR FOLLOWING THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS
MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT. READ THE ENTIRE OPERATOR'S MANUAL BEFORE ASSEMBLING
AND USING THE UNIT! RESTRICT THE USE OF THIS UNIT TO PERSONS WHO READ, UNDERSTAND,
AND FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT. NEVER
ALLOW CHILDREN TO USE THIS TOOL.
THIS UNIT IS DESIGNED FOR LINE
TRIMMER USE ONLY. NEVER USE ANY
OTHER CUTTING ATTACHMENT WITH
THIS UNIT* BLADES AND HEADS WITH
FLAILING DEWCES CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY,
WARNING:
TRIMMER LINE CAN THROW OBJECTS
VIOLENTLY. YOU CAN BE BLINDED OR
INJURED. WEAR EYE AND LEG PROTEC-
TION.
LEG GUARDS
HAZARD ZONE FOR THROWN OBJECTS.
TRIMMER LINE CAN THROW OBJECTS
VIOLENTLY. OTHERS CAN BE BLINDED
OR INJURED. KEEP PEOPLE AND ANI-
MALS 50 FEET (15 METERS) AWAY.
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL. FOLLOW
ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN SERI-
OUS INJURY.
EYE PROTECTION BOOTS
OPERATOR'S SAFETY
MANUAL
HAZARD ZONE
LABEL
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears
Craftsman Gas Weedwacker. It has been designed, engi-
neered and manufactured to give you the best possible
dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problems you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Cen-
ter/Department. Sears has competent, well trained tech-
nicians and the proper tools to service or repairthis unit.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly.
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES,"
MODEL NUMBER: 358.798430
DATE CODE/SERIAL NO.:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER WILL BE
FOUND ON THE PRODUCT.
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER
AND DATE OR PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
MAIkrrENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this
product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules+
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for,
and using your unit.
• Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-
ties" and "Storage" sections of this Operator's Manual.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
CUTTING PATH.................. 17" (43 cm)
TRIMMER LINE ................... 080" Diameter
Monofitament
SEMI-AUTOMATIC
HEAD ROTATIOnal............... Clockwise (for operator)
ENGINE .............................. 32 cc, 2-cycle Air-Cooled
FUEL/OIL MIX RATIO ......... 40:1 (3.2 oz. oil per
gallon gas)
IGNITION ............................ Spark Advance
(air gap .010" to .014")
IGNITION TIMING .............. Non-adjustable, fixed
SPARK PLUG ..................... Champion (RCJ-8Y)
SPARK PLUG GAP .............. 025" (.6mm)
ENGINE RPM ..................... 7,500 RPM Max. :
SPECIAL NOTICE
For userson U.S. ForestLand and in some states, includ_
ing California (Public Resources Codes 442 and 443),
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and
Washington:Certaininternalcombustionenginesoperated
on forest,brush,and/or grass-coveredlandsin the above
areas are requiredto be equippedwith a+sparkarrestor,
maintainedineffectiveworkingorder,orthe enginemustbe
constructed,equipped,and maintainedfor the preventionof
fire.Checkwithyourstateor localauthoritiesfor regulations
pertainingto these requirements.Failure to follow these
requirementsisa violationof the law. This unitisnotfacto-
ry-equippedwitha sparkarrestor;,however,a sparkarrestor
is available as an optional part. If a spark arrestor is
required in your area, contact your SEARS Service
Center/Departmentforthecorrectkit.
M_m,_ctuPed under ot_e or more of t_e fo_,_,t_ U,S, patents:. 5,383,427; 54,387,988;
5,345,684: 5,343.831;5276,9_: 5+269,665;5,_z0,_23;4,940,(_8; 4,897,9"23; ,8582_;
4,846,123; 4,841,929; 4,835,667; 4,825,548; 4,823,465; 4.819,742; 4,'/98+185; 4,508, 7 :
4.483o_69; 4,45t+983'. 4o366.622; 4+366,621; 4,352,243; 4,347,666; 4.290,200; 4.286+6 5;
4,236.312; 4,177+561; 4,172,322; 4,167.812; 4,16_+575; 4,16'_,820; 4,122.653; 4,104.79_
Re.32+266; {3344.088; D324+051; D304,19_: D276,t60. Other U.S, _ !oreign p_te_
perKr_g.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GAS-POWERED
WEEDWACKER ®LINE TRIMMER.
For one year'from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Gas-Powered WeedwackeP Line Trimmer is maintained,
lubricated and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructionsin the Operator's Manual, Sears wilt
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 nor-
mal use.
if this Weedwacker _LineTrimmer is used for commercial purposes, this warranty 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
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 rights which vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., DI817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 6.0179
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Safety Rules .................................................................... 2
Product Specifications ............................. _....................... 4
Warranty .......................................................................... 4
Assembly ......................................................................... 7
Operation ......................................................................... 8
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INDEX
A
Accessories ..................................................................... 5
Adjustments
Assist Handle ............................................................. 10
Carburetor .................................................................. 20
Air Filter ......................................................................... 15
Assembly .............................................. :.......................... 7
C
Carburetor Adjustments ................................................. 20
Carton Contents .............................................................. 6
Customer Responsibilities ............................................. 14
Spark Plug .................................................................. 15
Cutting Methods ............................................................ 13
D
.Debris Shield .................... _........ :..................................... 7
Drive Shaft Lubrication .................................................. 15
E
Engine
Fue!/Oil ....................................................................... 11
Spark Plug .................................................................. 15
Starting ....................................................................... 12
Storage ....................................................................... 2t
F
Fueling ........................................................................... 11
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Customer Responsibilities ............................................. 14
Service and Adjustments ............................................... 17
Storage .......................................................................... 21
Trouble Shooting ......... :.......:.......................................... 22
Repair Parts Ordering/Service ........................ Back Cover
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K
Know Your Weedwacker .................................................. 8
L
Line Advancement ......................................................... 10
Line Replacement .......................................................... 18
M
Maintenance Schedule .................................................. 14
Model Number ........... :..................................................... 4
O
Operation ......................................................................... 8
Ordering Repair Parts ................................................... 26
R
Repair Parts ................................................................... 23
Ordering ....................................................... Back Cover
S
Service and Adjustments ................................ ............... 20
Specifications................................................................... 4
Starting ................. ......................................................... 12
Storage .......................................................................... 21
T
Trouble Shooting ............................................................ 22
W
Warranty .......................................................................... 4
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AccEssORIEs
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These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was originally purchased. They are also available at
most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model
number of your unit. _ "
Accessories
SAFETY
GOGGLES
HEARING
PROTECTION
SEMI-
AUTOMATIC
LINE HEAD
SPOOL
WITH UNE
BULK
UNE
80FT.
200 Flr.
400 FT.
SPARK
PLUG
AIR GAS
FILTER CAN
SEARS
2_CYCLE
ENGINE OIL
3-
40:1 i
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CARTON CONTENTS
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Hardware shown full size
(1) Debris Shield Knob
Parts bag contents not shown full size
Long Hex Key
Parts packed separately in carton
Operator's Manual
Plastic Debris Shield Engine Oil
ASSEMBLY
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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
• Torque Wrench (optional)- Reference torque values are
provided throughout this manual for tightening hard-
ware.
• Long Hex Key (included)
' Adjustable wrench or large pliers
TO REMOVE WEEDWACKER
FROM CARTON
• Remove loose parts bag included with Weedwacker.
• Remove the packing material from your Weedwacker,
including the clear protectivecover from the tube.
• You may use the opened packing material as a work
surface.
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NOTE: Model 358.798430 is partially assembled.
• After removing the contents from the carton, chec
parts against the Carton Contents list.
• Examine the parts for damage. Do not use damage,
parts.
° Notify your SEARS store immediately if a part is miss
ing or damaged.
NOTE: It is normal to hear the fuel filter rattle in an empt
fuel tank.
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ASSEMBLY
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HOW TO ASSEMBLE YOUR • Insert the debris shield bracket, attached to the tube,
WEEDWACKER
intothe slot in the debris shield.
• Turn debris shield while aligning and inserting debris
shield screw into hole located in debris shield bracket.
- Assemble the debds"shield knob onto the debris shield
screw.Tighten securely.
NOTE: It is possible that a small space will be left
between the debris shield and the debds shield bracket
when the shield screwsare fully tightened.
ASSIST HANDLE ASSEMBLY (Fig. 1)
CAUTION: WHEN ADJUSTING THE
ASSIST HANDLE FOR COMFORT, BE
SURE THAT THE ASSIST HANDLE
REMAINS BETWEEN THE TRIGGER
HOUSING AND THE SAFETY LABEL.
FIGURE 1.
NOTE: For pre-assembled units, simply loosen assist
handle knob and rotate assist handle to the operating
position, being sure to align between safety label and
throttle trigger housing.
• Rotate assist handle from left to rightto tiltthe angle of
the semi-automatic head when cutting a large, slopes
area such as a ditch bank.
• Tighten assist handle knob securely.
TUBE
ASSIST
KNOB
ASSmT
SQUARE HEAD
SCREW
TUBE
DEBRIS SHIELD
SLOT
DEBRIS SHIELD DEBRIS SHIELD
SCREW
(INSTALLED) BRACKET
DEBRIS SHIELD
KNOB
SHOULDER
Figure 2
SEMI-AUTOMATIC HEAD ASSEMBLY (Fig. 3)
• Place the dust cup over the hex nut on the bottom of the
tube. The hex nut should fit completely inside the dust
cup.
• Hold the dust cup with a wrench to keep the arbor shaft
from turning
• Thread the semi-automatic head onto the arbor shaft
against the dust cup and tighten firmly with your hand.
NOTE: Unless semi-automatic head is tightened ade-
quately, it can unthread when engine is started or stopped.
If the situation occurs, reinstall the semi-automatic head
and tighten more securely.
Figure1
INSTALUNG THE DEBRIS SHIELD (Fig. 2)
WARNING:
THE UNE UMITER IS SHARP AND CAN
CUT YOU. BE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES
WHILE WORKING WITH THE LINE MMITER.
THE DEBRIS SHIELD MUST BE PROPERLY
INSTALLED FOR ALL LINE TRIMMER
USAGE. THE DEBRIS SHIELD PROVIDES
PARTIAL PROTECTION FROM THE RISK
OF THROWN OBJECTS TO THE OPERA-
TOR AND OTHERS.
DO NOT ALTER OR REMOVE THE
TAB ON THE SHIELD BRACKET. WHEN
INSTALLED CORRECTLY, THE BRACKET
TAB ENSURES PROPER DEBRIS SHIELD
AUGNMENT. FAILURE TO INSTALL THE
DEBRIS SHIELD IN POSITION SHOWN IN
ILLUSTRATION CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY TO THE OPERATOR.
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TUBI
HEX.---"P
NUT J
ARBOR
SHAFT
, Figure 3
CHECK LIST
° Check all fasteners, make sure they are tight and there
are no loose parts.
• Check to make sure the throttle cable is positioned cor-
rectly.
• With the unit held in the operating position, adjust the
assist handle up or down the tube for best comfort and
balance before first use. -
USEA WRENCHTOHOLDTHE
DUSTCUPWHILESPINNING
THE SEMI-AUTOMATICHEAD
ONTHE UNIT
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OPERATION
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KNOW YOUR WEEDWACKER (Fig. 4)
READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR WEEDWACKER. Compar
the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save thi
manual for future reference.
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CAP
CHOKE LEVER
FUEL CAP
FOAM
GRIP
THROTTLE
TRIGGER
STARTER
ROPE
4ANDLE
ASSIST
HANDLE
SAFETY
TUBE
DEBRIS SHIELD
AIR RLTER COVER
PRIMER
MUFFLER
AND GUARD
SPARK PLUG
UNE
UMITER
SEMI-AUTOMAT
HEAD
Figure 4
The ON/OFF SWITCH is used to stop the engine, The LINE LIMITER cuts trimmer line automatically to th_
correct length,
The STARTER ROPE HANDLE is used for starting the
engine, The CHOKE LEVER is used for starting cold engine.
The PRIMER BULB circulates fuef to the carburetor. • The THROTTLE TRIGGER cbntrots engine speed.
The ASSIST HANDLE aids in the control of the unit. The SEMI-AUTOMATIC HEAD contains spool of lin_
which advances when head is tapped on the ground.
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LINE TRIMMER SAFETY
OPERATION SAFETY
_ WARNING: LeGGUARDS THROWN
BE THROWN VIOLENTLY.THE DEBRIS SHIELD WILL |
NOT PROVIDE COMPLETE PROTECTION TO THE
OPERATOR OR OTHERS.THE OPERATOR MUST
WEAR A SAFETY FACE SHIELD OR GOGGLES.
ALWAYS WEAR HEAVY, LONG PANTS AND BOOTS.
KEEP OTHERS AT LEAST 50 FEET (15 METERS) FACE
AWAY. SHIELD
THIS UNIT WILL THROW OBJECTS AND CUT. KEEP
OTHERS INCLUDING CHILDREN, ANIMALS, BY-
STANDERS AND HELPERS AT LEAST 50 FEET (15
METERS) AWAY FROM THE OPERATOR AND UNIT.
STOP THE ENGINE IF YOU ARE APPROACHED. IN
AREAS WHERE OTHER PEOPLE AND ANIMALS
ARE PRESENT SUCH AS NEAR SIDEWALKS,
STREETS, HOUSES, ETC., IT IS STRONGLY REC-
OMMENDEDTHATTHE OPERATOR USE THE BUDDY
SYS_M;THAT IS, HAVE ANOTHER PERSON SERVE
AS A "LOOK-OUT", KEEPING HIMSELF AND OTH-
ERS AT LEAST 50 FEET (15 METERS) AWAY FROM
THE OPERATOR.
SEMI-AUTOMATIC HEAD PARTS THAT ARE
CHIPPED, CRACKED OR DAMAGED IN ANY OTHER
WAY CAN FLY APART AND CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY. DO NOT USE. REPLACE DAMAGED PARTS
BEFORE USING THE UNIT.
OPERATOR SAFETY
• Always wear eye protection when operating, servicing,
or performing maintenance on your unit. Refer to
"Accessodes."
• Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots and
gloves. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals, short pants.
Loose clothing or jewelry, or clothing with loosely hang-
ing straps, ties, tassels, etc. can be caught in moving
parts. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length. Being
fully covered will help protect you from pieces of toxic
plants such as p6ison ivy thrown by the semi-automatic
head, which could be more of a hazard than touching
the plant itself.
• Do not swing the unit with such force that you are in
danger of losing your balance.
• Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
• Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
SEMI'AUTOMATIC HEAD
USE ONLY GOOD QUALITY
REPLACEMENT PARTS
UNIT SAFETY
• Inspect the entire unit before each use. Replace dam-
aged parts. Check for fuel leaks and make sure all fas-
teners are in place and securely fastened.
• Use only .080" diameter good quality monofilament
line. Never use wire or rope, string, etc.
• Be sure the debris shield is propedy attached.
• Make sure semi-automatic head is propedy installed
and securely fastened. Refer to =Assembly."
• Make carburetor adjustments with the drive shaft hous-
ing supportedTo pr,tvent the semi-automatic head from
contacting any object.
° Keep others away when making carburetor adjust-
ments.
• Use only good quality Sears accessories or attachments.
CUTTING SAFETY
• Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove
objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.)
which can be thrown or become entangled in the semi-
automatic head.
• Always keep the ,engine on the right-hand side of your
body,
• Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-reach.
• Keep the semi-automatic head below waist level,
• Do not raise the engine above your waist,
• Keep all parts of your body away=from the semi-auto-
matic head and mufflerwhen engine is running.
• Use only for jobs explained in [his manua!.
• Cut at full throttle.
• Cut from your right to your left.
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