Operator's Manual I CRRFTSMRN°I 19cc/1.2 cu. in. 2-Cycle GASOLINE HEDGE TRIMMER Model No. 358.795700 - 18" Blade WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. For answers Call 7 am-7 to your questions about this product: pm, Mon-Sat; 10 am-7 pm, Sun 1-800-235-5878 Sears, 530086386 Roebuck 3/22/01 and Co., Hoffman (Hours listed are Central Time) Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Warranty Statement Safety Rules Assembly Operation Maintenance Service & Adjustments 2 2 4 5 7 8 Storage Troubleshooting Table Emissions Statement Parts List Spanish Parts and Ordering 10 11 11 13 16 Back Cover FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® GAS POWERED HEDGE TRIMMER For one (1) year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Gas Powered Hedge Trimmer is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the operator's manual, Sears will repair, fr
Blades can throw objects violently. • You canbeblinded orinjured. • Wear safety glasses. Glasses Boots HAZARD ZONE _ .............. _ %_:d & WARNING: Hazard zone forthrown objects • Blades can throw objects violently. • Others canbeblinded orinjured, • Keep people and animals 30feet (10m)away. Blades move Allow blades to stop _ Ot_entarily before removing _ after the them from the cut.
• Keep thecutting blade andairvents SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure tovibrafreefromdebris. tionsthrough prolonged useofgaso• Useonlyforjobsexplained inthis linepowered hand toolscouldcause manual. blood vessel ornerve damage inthe MAINTAIN YOUR UNITPROPERLYfingers, hands, andjoints ofpeople • Have allmaintenance andservice prone tocirculation disorders orabnormalswelling. Prolonged useincold notexplained inthismanual perhasbeenlinked toblood vesformed byaSears Service Center.
KNOW YOUR HEDGE TRIMMER READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare theillustrations withyourunittofamiliarize yourself withthelocation of the various controls and adjustments. ence. ON/OFF Switch _ -- Choke .,v ......... ....... Spark Plug Primer Bulb __ T h rottl e Trigger !.___ "_--._/_._ .... 7-_:_',,__.. Starter Rope "., --P_j_-'_.*-4_,,. Muffler ON/OFF SWITCH The ON/OFF SWITCH is used to stop the engine. To stop the engine, move the switch to the OFF position.
OPERATING POSITION ON OFF ...... Switch _ Eye Protection € t_LX, k._/ 3. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times. 4. Move the choke lever to the FULL STOPPING YOUR ENGINE • To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE • Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from the fueling site. • Hold the unit on the ground in the starting position as shown. Support unit so the blade is off of the ground and away from trees, bushes, onlookers, etc.
tion, move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position and pull the rope until engine runs, but no more than 6 pulls. STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1. Move the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. 2. Move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position. 3. Engage the throttle lock as directed in STARTING A COLD ENGINE. Keep the throttle lock engaged until the engine runs smoothly. 4. Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs, but no more than 5 pulls. 5.
Adirtyairfilterdecreases engine per- 2.Remove spark plugfromcylinder formance andincreases fuelconsump- anddiscard. tionandharmful emissions. Always 3.Replace withChampion RCJ-8Y clean afterevery 5hours ofoperation. spark plugandtighten witha3/4in. 1.Clean thecover andthearea socket wrench (10-12 ft.-Ibs). around ittokeepdebris fromfalling 4.Reinstall thespark plugboot. intothecarburetor chamber when REPLACE FUEL FILTER thecover isremoved. Toreplace fuelfilter, drainunitbyrun2.Remove parts asillustrated.
Initial Settings 1. Turn both mixture screws (L and H) counterclockwise until they stop. 2. Turn the idle speed screw clockwise until it stops. Now turn counterclockwise 4-1/2 turns. 3. Start engine and let it run for 3 minutes, then proceed to adjust screws according to the instructions below. If engine performance at initial settings is acceptable, no further adjustments are necessary. If engine does not start, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE. If still unable to remedy situation, call 1-800-235-5878.
,_ WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use: • Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit before storing or transporting. • Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit. REMEDY TROUBLE CAUSE Engine will not start. 1. ON/OFF switch position, 2. Engine flooded, in the OFF 1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON position. 2. See "Starting a Flooded Engine" in Operation Section. 3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture. 4. Install new spark plug. 5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
any emissions related part on your engine (as listed under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List) is defective or a defect in the materials or workmanship of the engine causes the failure of such an emission related part, the part will be repaired or replaced by Sears. OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: As the lawn and garden equipment engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your Owner's Manual.
