Instruction Manual I CRRFTSMRN°I 25cc/1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle 17 Inch Cutting Path / 0.080 Inch Line GASOLINE WEEDWAOKER ® Model No. 358.745500 • Safety • • • • Assembly Operation Maintenance Parts List • Espa_ol For Occasional Use Only ® Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating WARNING: Instructions before first use of this product. For answers Call 7 am-7 to your questions or about this pm, product: pm, Mon.-Sat., 10 am-7 Sun. 1-800-235-5878 Sears, 530163591 Roebuck 12/19/02 and Co.
Warranty Statement Safety Rules Assembly Operation Maintenance Service & Adjustments 2 3 9 10 14 15 Storage Troubleshooting Table Emissions Statement Parts List Spanish Parts and Ordering FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WEEDWACKER ® LINE TRIMMER.
OPERATOR SAFETY _WARNIN_I:When using gar• Dress properly. Always wear safety dening appliances, basic safety preglasses or similar eye protection cautions must always befollowed to when operating, or performing mainreduce theriskoffireandserious tenance, on your unit (safety injury. Read andfollow allinstructions. glasses are available). Eye protecThis power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and in manual.
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY • Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except carburetor 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 damaged in any other way before using the unit. • Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. Keep cutting line at proper length. • Use only 0.080 in.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS ,_WARNING: For each optional attachment used, read entire operators manual before use and follow all warnings and instructions in manual and on attachment. ,_WARNING: Ensure handlebar is installed when using edger or brushcutter attachments. Attach handlebar above arrow on safety label on the upper tube (engine end of unit).
BRUSHCUTTER SAFETY Proboscis DANGER: Blade can thrust vio- lently away from material it does not cut. Blade thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs. .,& _ _WARNIN_I: Do not use trimmer head as a fastening device for the blade. _WARNIN_I: The blade continues to spin after the throttle is released or engine is turned off. The coasting blade can throw objects or seriously cut you if accidentally touched. Stop the blade by contacting the left hand side of the coasting blade with material already cut.
HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY '_ DANGER: RISK OF CUT; KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM BLADE - Blade moves momentarily after the trigger is released. Do not attempt to clear away cut material when the blade is in motion. Make sure the switch is in the OFF position, the spark plug wire is disconnected, and the blade has stopped moving before removing jammed material from the cutting blade. Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting blade. Blades move Allow blades to stop momentarily before removing after the them from the cut.
SNOW THROWER SAFETY '_WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the rotor when starting or running the engine. Never attempt to clear the rotor with the engine/motor running. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug before unclogging snow or debris from discharge chute or when adjusting vanes. _WARNING: Never lean over discharge chute. Rocks or debris could be thrown into the eyes and face and cause serious injury or blindness. ,_WARNING: Inspect the area where the unit is to be used.
CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents against thefollowing list. Coupler 1_/ Model 358,745500 • Powerhead • Trimmer Attachment • Shield • Wing Nut (screwed onto shield) • 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.
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare theillustrations withyourunittofamiliarize yourself withthelocation of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Assist Handle /- Coupler Tube _, Trimmer Head \ ON/OFF Switch Starter Shield J Handle / Spark Plug J Line Limiter Blade \ Muffler Throttle Trigger Start / Lever Primer Bulb ON/OFF SWITCH The ON/OFF switch is located on the trigger handle and is us
IMPORTANT Experience indicates thatalcohol blended fuels(called gasohol orusing ethanol ormethanol) canattract moisturewhich leads toseparation and formation ofacids during storage. Acidic gascandamage thefuelsystemofanengine whileinstorage. To avoidengine problems, empty thefuel system before storage for30daysor longer. Drain thegastank, start theengineandletitrununtil thefuellines and carburetor areempty. Usefresh fuel nextseason.
REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACHMENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS) CAUTION: When removing or installing attachments, place the unit on a flat surface for stability. 1. Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS It is recommended that the engine not be operated for longer than 1 minute at full throttle, OPERATING POSITION ALWAYS WEAR: Eye Protection Upper Tube Coupler Lower LOOSEN \ Long Pants Attachment Heavy Shoes TIGHTEN Knob Cut only from your right to your left. 2.
Upon unitstartup,thelinewilladvance automatically tothecorrect cuttingpathlength. Always keep theshield inplace when thetoolisbeing operated. _kWARNING: Use only 0.080 inch (2 mm) diameter round line. Other sizes and shapes of line will not advance properly and will result in improper cutting head function or can cause serious injury. Do not use other materials such as wire, string, rope, etc. Wire can break off during cutting and become a dangerous missile that can cause serious Injury.
MAINTENANCE ,_ SCHEDULE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing except for carburetor adjustments.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG Replace thespark plugeach yearto ensure theengine starts easier and runsbetter. Setspark pluggapat 0.025 inch.Ignition timing isfixedand nonadjustable. 1. Twist, thenpulloffspark plugboot. 2. Remove spark plugfromcylinder anddiscard. 3. Replace withChampion RCJ-GY spark plugandtighten securely witha3/4inchsocket wrench. 4. Reinstall thespark plugboot. LINEREPLACEMENT 1. Pre-wound spools offerthemost convenient method forreplacing lineand ensuring optimum performance.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT _LWARNING: Keep others away when making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer head or any optional attachment will be spinning during most of this procedure. Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety precautions. After making adjustments, the trimmer head or any optional attachment must not move/spin at idle speed. The carburetor has been carefully set at the factory.
• Check entire unitforloose screws, OTHER nuts, andbolts. Replace anydam- • Donotstore gasoline fromoneseasontoanother. aged, broken, orworn parts. • Atthebeginning ofthenextseason, • Replace yourgasoline canifitstarts useonlyfreshfuelhaving theproper torust. gasoline tooilratio. TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE WARNING: Always stopunitanddisconnect spark plugbefore performingalloftherecommended remedies below except remedies thatrequire operation TROUBLE Engine will not start. of the unit. REMEDY CAUSE 1.
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency/California Air Resources Board and Sears, Roebuck and Co., U.S.A., are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your year 2002-2004 small off-road engine. In California, all new small off-road engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards.
WHERE TOGETWARRANTY SERVICE: Warranty services orrepairs shallbeprovided atallSears Service Centers. Call 1-800-469-4663. MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any Sears approved replacement part used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repair on emission related parts will be provided without charge to the This engine is certified to be emissions [] Moderate [] Intermediate [] Extended owner if the part is under warranty.
