Sears Craftsman Weedwacker 358.798520 Operator's Manual

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1.4 cu. in./21cc 2-Cycle / .065 In. Line
16 Inch Cutting Path

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GASOLINE WEEDWACKER

Model No.

358.798520

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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

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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

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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

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Bracket

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_ Wing

Nut

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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

Debris

Rope Choke Shield

Lever

Line

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,

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.
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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andcarburetorareempty.Usefresh
fuelnextseason.

Neveruseengine or carburetor clean-

er products in the fuel tank or perma-
nent damage may occur.

See the STORAGE section for addi-
tional information.

STOPPING YOUR ENGINE

• Press and hold the On/Stop switch in
the STOP position.

• If engine does not stop, move choke
to the Full Choke position.

Choke Lever
Engine
Stoe

STARTING YOUR ENGINE

COLD ENGINE OR WARM ENGINE
AFTER RUNNING OUT OF FUEL

WARNING: The trimmer head will
turn while starting the engine.

Avoid any contact with the muffler. A
hot muffler can cause serious burns.

• Rest engine and shield on ground,
supporting trimmer head off ground.

• Move the choke lever to the Full

Choke position.

• Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.

• Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger.
Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed

until the engine runs smoothly.

Choke Lever

• Pull starter rope sharply 5 times.

NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is
trying to start before the 5 th pull, go to

the next step.

• Move the choke lever to the Half
Choke position.

• Pull stader rope sharply until engine
runs, but no more than 6 pulls.

NOTE: if the engine has not started
after 6 pulls (at half choke), check to

make sure the choke lever is in the
proper position. Then, move the choke

lever to the Full Choke position and
press the primer bulb 6 times; squeeze
and hold the throttle trigger and pull
the starter rope 2 more times. Move

the choke lever to Half Choke and Dull

the starter rope until the engine runs.
but no more than 6 more Dulls. If the

engine still has not started, it is prob-
ably flooded. Proceed to "Starting a
Flooded Engine."

• Allow the engine to run 10 seconds
then move the choke lever to Off

Choke. Allow the unit to run for 30
more seconds at Off Choke before

releasing the throttle trigger.

NOTE: If engine dies with the choke
lever at the Off Choke position, move

the choke lever to Half Choke and pull
the rope until engine runs.

STARTING A WARM ENGINE

• Move the choke lever to the Half

Choke position.

• Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger.
Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed

until the engine runs smoothiy.

• Pull starter rope sharply until engine

runs. but no more than 5 pulls

• Allow engine to run 15 seconds,
then move the choke lever to Off
Choke,

NOTE: if engine has not started, pull
starter rope 5 more pulls. If engine still

does not run. it is probably flooded.

DIFFICULT STARTING OR

STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE

Flooded engines can be started by

placing the choke lever in the Off
Choke position; then, pull the rope to

clear the engine of excess fuel. This
could require pulling the starter handle
many times depending on how badly

the unit is flooded.

Iftheunitstilldoesn'tstart,referto

TROUBLESHOOTINGchartorcall
1-800-235-5878.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Bring the engine to cutting speed be-

fore entering the material to be cut.
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 full throttle. At lower

speeds, there is less engine noise and
vibration. The cutting line will last
longer and will be less likely to "weld"
onto the spool.

If the trimmer head does not turn when

the engine is in operation, make sure
the drive shaft housing is properly
seated in engine shroud.

Always release the throttle trigger and
allow the engine to return to idle speed
when not cutting.

To stop engine:

• Release the throttle trigger.

• Push and hold down the momentary
switch until the engine has stopped
completely.

TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE

The trimmer line will advance approxi-
mately 2 in. (5 cm) each time the bot-

tom of the trimmer head is tapped on

the ground with the engine running at
full throttle.

The most efficient line length is the
maximum length allowed by the line

limiter.

Always keep the shield in place when
the tool is being operated.

To Advance Line:

• Operate the engine at full throttle.

• Hold the trimmer head parallel to and
above the grassy area.

• Tap the bottom of the trimmer head
lightly on the ground one time. Ap-

proximately 2 in. (5 cm) of line will be
advanced with each tap.

Toadvance line. tap bottom of tdmmer
headon groundone time.

proper length.

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Always tap the trimmer head on a
grassy area. Tapping on surfaces such

as concrete or asphalt can cause ex-
cessive wear to the trimmer head.

If the line is worn down to 2 in. (5 cm)

or less, more than one tap will be re-
quired to obtain the most efficient line
length.

WARNING: Use only .065" (1.6 mm)
diameter line. Other sizes of line will

not advance properly and can cause
serious injury. Do not use other materi-

als such as wire, string, rope, etc. Wire

can break off during cutting and be-
come a dangerous missile that can

cause serious injury.
CUTTING METHODS

WARNING: Use minimum speed and
do not crowd the line 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 seri-

ous hazard.

• The tip of the line does the cutting.
You will achieve the best perform-

ance and minimum line wear by not
crowding the line into the cutting
area. The right and wrong ways are

shown below.

Tip of the Line Line Crowded Into

DoesThe Cutting Work Area

Right "_'-"_"." Wrong -'

• The line will easily remove grass and
weeds from around walls, fences,

trees and flower beds. but it also can
cut the tender bark of trees or shrubs

and scar fences. To help avoid dam-

age especially to delicate vegetation
or trees with tender bark. shorten line

to 4-5 in. (10-13 cm] and use at less
than full throttle.

• For trimming or scalping, 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 clean job.

WARNING;Alwaysweareyeprotec-

tion.Neverleanoverthetrimmerhead.

Rocksordebriscanricochetorbe

thrownintoeyesandfaceandcause
blindnessorotherseriousinjury.

TRIMMING- Holdthebottomofthe
trimmerheadabout3in.(8cm)above

thegroundandatan angle. Allow only

the tip of the line to make contact. Do

not force trimmer line into work area.

Trimm ._

3 in. (8 cm) _"_'_Ql_\
Above Ground _ "'_

SCALPING - The scalping technique
removes unwanted vegetation. Hold

the bottom of the trimmer head about 3
in. (8 cm) above the ground and at an

angle. Allow the tip of the line to strike
the ground around trees, posts, monu-

ments, etc. This technique increases
line wear,

Scalping ........... ,

MAINTENANCESCHEDULE

MOWING - Your trimmer isideal for
mowing in places conventional lawn
mowers cannot reach. In the mowing

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

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

Mowing I_

SWEEPING - The fanning action of
the rotating line can be used for a

quick and easy clean up. Keep the line
parallel to and above the surfaces be-
ing swept and move the tool from side

to side.

Sweeping

CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK

Check for Loose fasteners and parts
Check for damaged or worn parts

Clean unit and labels
Clean air filter

Inspect and clean spark arrestor
Replace spark plug

WHEN TO PERFORM

Before each use
Before each use

After each use

Every 5 hours of operation
Every 25 hours of operation

Yearly

GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this unit does not cov-

er items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To re-
ceive full value from the warranty, the

operator must maintain unit as instruct-
ed in this manual. Various adjustments

wil! need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

• Spark Plug Boot

• Air Filter

• Housing Screws

• Assist Handle Screws

• Debris Shield

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CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS

Refer replacement of damaged/worn
parrs to your Sears Service Center.

• On/Stop Switch - Ensure On/Stop
switch functions properly by moving
the switch to the "Stop" position.
Make sure engine stops; then 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.

CLEAN UNIT & LABELS

• Clean the unit using a damp cloth
with a mild detergent.

• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.

CLEAN AIR FILTER
Do not clean filter in gasoline or other

flammable solvent to avoid creating a
fire hazard or producing harmful evap-

orative emissions.

Cleaning the air filter:
A didy air filter decreases engine per-

formance and increases fuel consump-
tion and harmful emissions. Always

clean after every 5 hours of operation,

• Clean the cover and the area around
it to keep dirt and debris from falling

inte the carburetor chamber when
the cover is removed.

• Remove parts as illustrated.

• Wash the filter in soap and water,

• Allow filter to dry.

• Replace parrs.
Air Fi_ter

crews

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INSPECT AND CLEAN SPARK
ARRESTOR (if equipped)

As the unit is used, carbon deposits
build up on the muffler and spark

arrestor screen, and must be removed
to avoid creating a fire hazard or af-
fecting engine performance.

Remove the spark arrestor screen
from the muffler and clean. Replace

spark arrestor screen if breaks occur.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace the spark plug each year to

ensure the engine starts easier and

runs better. Set spark plug gap at
.025 in. Ignition timing is fixed and
nonadjustable.

• Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.

• Remove spark plug from cylinder

and discard.

• Replace with Champion RCJ-8Y

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

• Reinstall the spark plug boot.

OPERATING POSITION

ALWAYSWEAR: "_

EyeProtection

Long Pan_

Heavy Shoes

Cut from your right to yourleft.

ADVANCING THE CUTTING LINE
Advance line by tapping bottom of cut-

ting head lightly on the groundwhile en-
gine is running at full speed. A metal

blade attached to the shield wilt cut the

line to the proper length.

REPLACING THE LINE

• Remove the spool by firmly pulling on
the tap button.

• Clean entire surface of hub and spool.

• Replace with a preowound spool, or
cut a length of 20 feet of.065" (1.6 mm)

diameter Craftsman ®brand line. Nev-

er use wire, rope, stdng, etc., which
can break off and become a danger-
ous missile.

• Insert one end of the line about 1/2
inch (1 cm) into the small hole inside

the spool

• Wind the line evenly and tightly onto
the spool. Wind in the direction of the

arrow found on the spool.

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• Push the line into the notch, leaving 3
to 5 inches (7 - 12 cm) unwound.

• Insert the line into the exit hole in the
hub as shown in the irlustration.

• Align the notch with the line exit hole.

• Push the spool into the hub until it
snaps into place.

• Pull the line extending outside the hub
to release it from the notch.

Small

.e,° sped,

'°nte

Hub

Line exit hole

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

WARNING: The trimmer head will be

spinning during most of this procedure
Wear your protective equipment and
observe all safety precautions. After
making mixture adjustments, recheck

idle speed.
Carburetor adjustment is critical and if

done impropeny can permanently
damage the engine as well as the car-
buretor. If you reqmre further assrs-
tance or are unsure about pedorming
this procedure, carl our customer as-

sistance help line at 1-800-235-5878.
Old fuel. a dirty air tilter, 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.

]'he carburetor has been carefully set
at the factory. Adjustments may be
necessary if you notice any of the fol-
lowing conditions:

• Engine will not idle. See "Idle Speed"
under adjusting procedure.

• Engine dies or hesitates instead of

accelerating. See "Acceleration
Check" under adjusting procedure

• Loss of cutting power. See "Mixture
Adjustment" under adjusting
procedure.

There are two adjustment screws on
the carburetor. They are located in the
area just above the primer bulb.

CARBURETOR PRESETS

When making carburetor preset adjust-
ments, de not force plastic limiter caps
beyond stops or damage will occur.

If carburetor presets are not needed,
proceed to "Adjusting Procedure, Idle

Speed."
To adjust presets:

• Turn mixture screw counterclockwise
until it stops.

• Turn the idlespeed screw clockwise
until it stops. Now turn counterclock-

wise 4-1/2 turns.

• Start motor, cut grass for 3 minutes,
and proceed to the adjustment

section. If engine does net start,

refer to troubleshooting chart or call
1-800-235-5878,

• If engine performance is acceptable
at the preset positions, no further

adjustment is necessary.

ADJUSTING PROCEDURE
Idle Speed

Allow engine to idle.Adjust speed until
engine runs without stalling.

• Turn clockwise to increase engine
speed if engine stalls or dies.

• Turn counterclockwise to decrease
speed.

No further adjustments are necessary

if performance is satisfactory.
Mixture Adjustment "H"

DONOT operate engine at full throttle

for prolonged periods while making ad-
justments. Damage to the engine can
occur. Extend line to the length allow
by the line limiter and cut some grass.
Based on performance while cutting,
turn the mixture adjustment in

t/16-turn increments as follows:

• Clockwise until the engine has good

cower while cutting with no hesita-

tion.

Do not adjust by sound or soeed, but

judge by how well the engine per-

forms while cutting.

• Counterclockwise if the engine has
speed but dies or lacks power while

cutting.

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

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Acceleration Check
If engine dies or hesitates instead of

aecererating, turn mixture adjustment
counterclockwise until you have
smooth acceleration. Recheck and ad-

just as necessary for acceptable per-

formance.

Mixture Screw (with
Limiter Cap)

I___ldle Speed

"_lr_:__--. Screw

Air Filter
Cover -_-_

Prepare unit for storage at end of sea-

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

WARNING:

• Allow engine to cool, and secure the
unit 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 object

cannot accidentally cause injury.

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

EXTERNAL SURFACES

If your unit is to be stored for a period

of time, clean it thoroughly before stor-
age. Store in a clean dry area.

• Lightly oil external metal surfaces.

FUEL SYSTEM
Under Fueling Engine in the Operating

Section of this manual, see message
labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use
of gasohol in your engine.

Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alter-
native in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel

tank or fuel storage container. Follow
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 blended with
fuel stabilizer. If you do notuse this
Sears oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer
to your fuel tank.

INTERNAL ENGINE

• Remove spark plug and pour 1tea-

spoon of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) through the spark plug open-
ing. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to

10 times to distribute oil.

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

• Clean air filter.

• Check entire unit for loose screws,
nuts, and botts. 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.

• Reolace your gasoline can if it starts
to rust.

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

TROUBLE

Engine will not

start.

Engine will not

idle properly,

Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,

or dies under

a load.

Engine smokes
excessively.

Engine runs hot.

CAUSE

• Engine flooded.

• Fuel tank empty.

• Spark plug not firing.

• Fuel not reaching
carburetor,

Compression low.

• idle speed set too low.

• Idle speed set too high.

• Carburetorrequires
adjustment,

• Crankshaftseals worn.

• Compressionlow.

• Airfilter didy.

• Spark plug fouled.

Carburetor requires
adjustment.
Carbon build up.

Compression low.
Choke partially on.

Fuel mixture incorrect.

• Air filter dirEy.

• Carburetor requires
adjustment.

• Fuel mixture incorrect.

• Spark plug incorrect.

• Carburetor requires
adjustment

• Carbon build up.

REMEDY

• See "Starting Instructions."

• Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.

• Install newspark plug.

• Check for dirty fuel filter; clean.
Check for kinked or split fuel line
repair or replace.

• Contact Sears Service.

• Adjust idle speed screw
clockwise to increase speed.

• Adjust idle speed screw counter-
clockwise to reduce speed.

I• See "Carburetor Adjustments."

Contact Sears Service.
Contact Sears Service.

• Clean or replace air filter.

• Clean or replace spark plug
and re-gap.

• See "Carburetor Adjustments."

• Contact Sears Service.

• Contact Sears Service.
Ad ust choke.

Empty fue tank and refill with

correct fuel mixture.

• Clean or replace air filter.

• See "Carburetor Adjustments,"

• See "Fueling Your Unit."

• Replace with correct spark plug.

• See "Carburetor Adjustments."

' • Contact Sears Service.

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REPAIR PARTS

WARNING SEARS MODEL 356,79852g

All repairs, adjustments and
maintenance not described 5

must be performed by quali-
fied service personnel

2. t "

_7. _

go. I

_-- 10.

Ref. Part NO.

1. 530-402473

2. 530_)15880

3. 530-049107

4. 530_)385g 1

5. 530-038580
6, 530-038708

7. 530-015820
S. 530-094742

9. 530092062

10. 530-016152
11* 530-069691

12. 530-095238

13. 530015814

14. 530--069686

45. 71-85839

Description

Drive Shaft
Screw-Throttle Hsg.

Trigge_
33_rottle Hsg. (Right)

Threfge Hsg, (Left)
Assist Handle

Bolt-Handle/Shield
Clamp-Handle

Washer-Handle
Wingn ut-Handle/Shield
Drive Shaft Hsg. Ass'y

Line Limiter

Screw-Line Limger
Shield Kit Ass'y.

(Incl. 7, 10, 12& iS)

Cutting Head Ass'y.

(Incl. 16-20)

Ref. Part'No,

16. 530_369690

17. 530-401464

18, 53(_401466

19. 530-401467

20. 71-85822

Not ShoWn

530-084025

530-047467

530-849125
530-049365

Descripfton

Hub ASS_

Spring
Clip_Retainer-Head

Screw w/Washer-Head

Spcefw/Line

Operator Manual
Shaft Warning Decal

Shroud Decal
Starling Instruction Decal

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REPAIR PARTS

73.

8

I

41.

40. 45. 44 46. 47 48

38. 39. 43.

59.

71.

3. 66.

1.

60

57.

67

ReE PaR No.

I 530-02939!
2, 530-0_ 577!

3. 530-02752_

4. 530-01593z

5. 530-o2756_

6. ! 530=01581(

7. 530-01923_:

8. Champion

9. 530JJ_9194

10. 530-015945

11. 530-014663

12. 53C_014662

• 13. 530-039149

14. 530-039163

15. 530-036145

16. 530-015954
f7. 30-015828

18. 30-038604

19. 530-014532

20. 530-069615

21._ 53C'_T3640_

22 530-01486"

DescdpSon

Starter Spring
Screw-Pulley

:tetainer-Putley

Screw-Shrd/Fan Hsg.

'Starter Handle

Screw

Gasket -Cylinder/Car b.
Spark Plug (RCJ_gY)

Gasket_arb.
Retainer Ring-C'case

Lead Wire
GrOund Wire
Flywheel
Ignition Module

Spacer--tgnit. Module

Screw-lgnit, Moduio
Washer-Thrust

Drive Coupling
Crankshaft Ass'}/

_onnecting Rod Assy.
Piston Ring
grankcase ASS_

{tncl. 23-26)

23 530_3212_ nnerBearing
24 530-03212z guterSearing

25 5ff0-01917_ iC'caseSeal
26 ! 530-015941 Ret. Ring/C'shaff
27 530_)3657_ Muffler Eody

Ref, PaH No,

28, 53O-O36577

29. 530-038602

30. 530-036579

! 3f. 530-029930

32,1 530-047991

33 530-019181

34, 530_)69619

35. 530_69769

36. 5304116014

37. 530-019223

38.'530_}69642

39. 530-038582

40. 530-038747

41. 530-049118
42, 530-015254

43. 530_15852

44. 530-015887

45. 530-036569

46. 530-036575
47, 530,*036568

48. 530-015966

49. 530-936744

50. 530-049296

i 51. 530015953

52,_ 530-015814
53 5ffl_016131

Description

Muffler Cover
Muffler Baffle-Exg

Muffler Seffio-Firffl
Muffler Spring

Rear ShrOud

Gasket,'case

Cyliuffer Kit
Garb, Adaptor Kit

Screw-Carb Adptr.
Gasket_gylioder

Carb. Kit-WA 223

(Incl• Limiter Cap

&Primer Bulb)

Air Box

Choke Rate
Choke Shulter
Wave Washer
Choke Spacer

Serew_garburetor

Filter PJate
Air Fitter Foam

Air Filter Cover
Screw-Air Box
Throttle Cable Assy
Fuel Tank Ass'y.

Se_elt_-Cyit nder
Screw-Fuffl Tank

Washer_:uel Tank

Ref. Pa_ No.

54. 530=069389

55. 530-014347

56. 530-014362

57. 530-0696t6

58. 530_t4729

59. 530_0381f4

60. 53(T-069766

61, 530-016126

62._530-015875

163. 530-016124
_64. 530-069232

65. 530-016080

66. 53(_069400

67. 530-069380

68. 530-015162

69.530-069621

70, 530-015882
71: 530-929939

72. 530-047570

73. 530.'0E'9247;

74. 530-069216

Description

Muffler Kit

Fuel Cap Assy.

; Fuel Pickup Assy

Engine Gasket Kit

(Incl. 7.9,33. 37)

C'case/C'shaff Assy,

(fflcl. 10,19.22-26)

On/Off Switch

Fan Hsg. Ass*y.
Clamp-Nose Cone

Sc_ew_ese Cot3e

Nut-Nose Cone

Rope Kit

Screw
Starter Pulioy Kit

(filer. 65)

Spark Arrestor Kit
Pislon Pin Retainer

Piston Kit

(Incl. 21,68 & Pin)

Sorew-Flywheffl
Starter Dog

Spring Starter Dog
Fuel Line-Carb,/Tank

Fuel Lioe-Prim,tTank

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REPAIR PARTS

_arburetor Assembly Kit Number #$30_69642 - WA-2_

KIT

KIT

KIT

I

2.

Ref. Part NO. Descdptlon

, J 530-038404 Limiter Cap

. 530-069668 Carburetor Repair Kit

( KIT= CONTENTS)

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