Craftsman 358798520 Owner’s Manual

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1.4 cu. in./21cc 2-Cycle / .065 In. Line

16 Inch Cutting Path

GASOLINE WEEDWACKER

Model No.

358.798520

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; Sun, 10 am-7 pm

1-800-235-5878

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

530..084025 3/13/96

Warranty Statement 2 Service & Adjustments 9 Safety Rules 2 Storage 11

Assembly 4 Troubleshooting Chart 12 Operation 5 Spanish 16

Maintenance 8 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 material 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 warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. If this Weedwacker® Line Trim- mer 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 rights which vary from state to state.

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

WARNING: When using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury Read and

follow all instructions

This power unit can be dangerous!

Ooeretor is responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and

in manual. Read entire Operator's Manual before using unit! Be thorough- ly familiar 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 instruc- tions and warnings on the unit and in

lhe manual. Never allow children to

operate this unit.

Safety information on the unit

DANGER: Never use blades or flailing

devices. This unit is designed for line

trimmer use only. Use of any other ac- cessories or attachments will increase

the risk of injury.

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WARNING: Trimmerlinethrowsob- jects violently. Youand otherscan be

blinded/injured.Wear eyeand leg

• If situations occur which are not cov- ered in this manual, use care and

good judgement, ff you need assis- tance, contact Sears Service or call

f-800-235-5878.

OPERATOR SAFETY

• Always wear safety eye protection.

• Always wear long pants, long

sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearing safety tog 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, or under the influence of alcohol,

drugs, or medication.

• Wear hearing 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 trimmer head parts that are

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

the unit.

• Make sure unit is assembled correct- ly as shown in this manual.

• Make carburetor adjustments with rower 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 fue! spills.

• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before starting

engine.

• Stop engine and allow to cool before removing fue] 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 pads 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 vehicle.

• Empty the fuel tank before storing or

transporting the unit. Use up fuel left

in the carburetor by starling 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, furnaces, 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 situations occur which are not cov- ered in this manual, use care and

good judgment. 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 ofCali-

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

legallyresponsible 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 inthis 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 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 of these 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.

CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents against the fol-

lowing list.

Model 358.798520

• Trimmer

• Shield

• Container of Oil Examine parts for damage. Do not use

damaged parts. NOTE: II 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

WARNING: If received assembled,

repeat all steps to ensure your unit is

properly assembled and all fasteners are secure.

ADJUSTING THE HANDLE

WARNING: When adjusting the han- dle, be sure if remains between the trigger and the safety label.

• Loosen wing nutor knob on handle.

• Rotate the handle on the tube to an

uprightposition; retighten wing nut.

ATTACHING SHIELD WARNING: The shield mustbe properly

instalred.The shield provides partia!

protection from the risk of thrown objects to the operator and others and is equipped with a line limiter which cuts excess line to the proper length. The line limiter {on underside of shield) is sharp and can cut you. For proper orientation.

see illustration in Operation section.

• Remove wing nut from shield

• Insert bracket into slot as shown.

• Pivot shield until bolt Dasses through hole in bracket.

• Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.

Slot

Bracket

_ Wing

Nut

KNOW YOUR TRIMMER

READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULESBEFORE OPERATINGYOUR UNIT,Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the loca-

tion of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future refer- ence.

Assist Handle

Tube

On/Stop _Thro_le Trimmer Switch Head

Starter Rope Choke Shield

Primer Fuel Mix _r,......._._ Limiter

Bulb Fill Cap Blade

ON/STOP SWITCH

The On/Stopswitch is used to stop the engine. Press and hold the switch to

stop the unit.

PRIMER BULB

The primer bulb removes air from the

fuel lines and fills them with fuel. This allows you to start the engine with few-

er pulls on the starter rope. Activate

the primer bulb by pressing it and al-

Powing it to return to its original form.

CHOKE

The choke helps to supply fuel to the

carburetor during starting. This allows you to start a cold engine. Activate the choke by moving the choke lever to

the Full position. After the engine has started, move the choke to the Off

position.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before

you begin. If you do not understand

the safety rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call 1-800-235-5878,

Lever

FUELING ENGINE

This engine is certified to operate on

unleaded gasoline. Before operation,

gasoline must be mixed with a good quality 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil

We recommend Craftsman brand oil. Mix gasoline and oilat a ratio of 40:1

{A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline). DO NOT USE automotive oil

or boat oil. These oils will cause

engine damage. When mixing fuel. follow instructions printed on container.

Once oil is added to gasoline, shake

container momentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit. IMPORTANT

Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanoil can attract mois-

ture which leads to separation and

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

Debris

To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel system before storage for 30 days

or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines

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