Operating instructions

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
• Stop the unit before carrying.
• Keep muffler away from your body.
• Allow the engine to cool and secure
the unit before storing or transport-
ing it in a vehicle.
• 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 so the blade or line limiter
blade cannot accidentally cause in-
jury. The unit can be hung by the
shaft.
• Store unit out of reach of children.
This unit is not equipped with an anti-
vibration system and is intended for
occasional use only.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tions 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 cir-
culation disorders or abnormal swell-
ings. 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. Users
who operate power tools on a continual
and regular basis must monitor closely
their physical condition and the condi-
tion of this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equip-
ped with a temperature limiting muffler
and spark arresting screen which meets
the requirements of California 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 engines be
equipped with a spark arresting screen.
If you operate in a locale where such
regulations exist, you are legally re-
sponsible for maintaining the operating
condition of these parts. Failure to do so
is a violation of the law. For normal
homeowner use, the muffler and spark
arresting screen will not require any ser-
vice. After 50 hours of use, we recom-
mend that your muffler be serviced or
replaced by your Sears Service Center.
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol-
lowing list.
Model 358.795810
• Brushcutter
• Cupped washer
• Large nut for installing blades
• Hex wrench
• Handlebar
• Bracket cover
• Bracket cover screws (2)
• Metal blade shield
• Blade shield screws (4)
• 8-point brush blade
• Plastic shield
• Wing nut (screwed onto shield)
• Trimmer head (assembled on unit)
• Shoulder strap with warning
• Container of 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
_WARNING: Always stop unit
and disconnect spark plug before per-
forming any assembly procedures.
_;;_WARNING: If received as-
sembled, repeat all steps to ensure
your unit is properly assembled and all
fasteners are secure.
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Hex Wrench (provided)
• Adjustable Wrench
• Phillips Screwdriver
ATTACHING THE HANDLEBAR
DANGER: To avoid serious inju-
ry, the barrier portion of the handlebar
must be installed as shown to provide a
barrier between operator and the spin-
ning blade.
1. Locate the decal on the handlebar.
This decal includes an arrow. Posi-
tion the handlebar with the mount-
ing bracket at the end of the arrow.
2. Position the bracket cover over the
handlebar. Again make sure the
handlebar is at the end of the arrow.