Operator's Manual 32cc/1.9 cu.in. 2-Cycle GASOLINE WEEDWAOKER ® Model No. 358.791071 • • Safety Assembly • • Operation Maintenance • Parts List • Espar_ol, p. 22 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., or 10 am-7 pm, Sun. 1-800-235-5878 Sears, Roebuck 545154227 _Hoo_s listed are Centrat Time) and Co., Hoffman Rev. 1 7/3/07 BRW Estates, IL 60179 U.S.
Warranty Statement Identification of Symbols Safety Rules Assembly Operation Maintenance 2 2 3 8 10 14 Storage Troubleshooting Table Emissions Statement 16 17 18 Parts List Spanish 20 22 Service & Adjustments 15 Parts and Ordering ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN Back Cover ® GAS WEEDWACKER ® When used and maintained according to the operator's manual, if this product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store, S
4_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! Operator is responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and in manual. Read entire operator's manual before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the unit.
UNIT / MAINTENANCE _WARNING: 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 Craftsman(_ replacement line.
LINE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNING: Inspect the area to be trimmed 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. • Only use the trimmer attachment for trimming, scalping, mowing and sweeping. Do not use the trimmer attachment for edging, pruning or hedge trimming. • Cut only from your left to your right.
• Check airintake opening, blower tubes orvacuum tubes frequently, always withengine stopped and spark plugdisconnected. Keep vents anddischarge tubes freeof debris which canaccumulate and restrict proper airflow. • Never place anyobject inairintake opening asthiscould restrict proper airflowandcause damage tothe unit. • Never useforspreading chemicals, fertilizers, orother substances which maycontain toxicmaterials.
• Disconnect attachment fromthedrive engine before cleaning thetines with ahose andwater toremove any build-up. Oilthetines toprevent rust. • Always wear gloves when servicing or cleaning thetines. Thetinesbecome verysharp fromuse. • Donotrununitathighspeed unless cultivating. HEDGE TRIMMER ,_WARNING: A coasting blade/rotating chain can cause injury while it continues to move after the engine is stopped. Maintain proper control of the unit until the blade/chain has completely stopped moving.
before continuing. Contact Sears Service forrepair orreplacement of affected partsasnecessary. 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. • • • • • • all.WARNING: Never lean over discharge chute.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning knob counterclockwise. the Coupler Shipph_g protector Knob TIGHTEN 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Remove shipping protector from coupler. Remove the shaft cap from the trimmer attachment (if present). Position locking/release button of attachment into guide recess of coupler. Push the attachment into the coupler until the locking/release button snaps into the primary hole. Before using the unit, tighten the knob securely by turning clockwise.
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Assist H andIe .,_i_1_ Coup,er Shaft TrimmerRead __ _ _1_ j_,,'- ,r_" -- I_'_ ON OFFSwItoh .... ) ..........
age.Acidic gascandamage thefuel 5. This unit has the Sim-pul" starting system ofanengine whileinstorage. system. You do not have to pull the starter rope handle sharply or briskToavoidengine problems, empty the ly. Pull starter rope handle with a fuelsystem before storage for30days controlled and steady motion until orlonger. Drain thegastank, startthe engine starts and runs. engine andletitrununtilthefuellines andcarburetor areempty. Usefresh 6. Allow unit to run for 5 seconds, then fuelnextseason.
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. erator's manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to serious injury or damage to the unit. Secondary Hole Upper Shaft Coupler .OOSEN Attachment TIGHTEN 2. Knob Press and hold the locking/release button.
Always release thethrottle trigger and allow theengine toreturn toidle speed whennotcutting. HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT • Release the throttle trigger. • Move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position. CUTTING METHODS ,i_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 serious hazard. • The tip of the line does the cutting.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ,_ WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG Replace the spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. Set spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable. 1. 2. 3. 4. LINE REPLACEMENT • Always use Craftsman replacement line. Choose the line size best suited for the job at hand. Red line (#71-85908) is designed for cutting grass and small weeds. The black colored line (#71-85909) is designed for cutting larger weeds and light brush.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT _,WARNING: Keep others away when making idle speed adjustments. The trimmer head will be spinning during most of this procedure. Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety precautions. After making adjustments, the trimmer head must not move or spin at idle speed. The carburetor has been carefully set at the factory. Adjustments may be necessary if you notice any of the following conditions: • Engine will not idle when the throttle is released.
ENGINE • Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil. • Replace spark plug with new one of recommended type and heat range. • Clean air filter. • Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken, or worn parts. • At the beginning of the next season, use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio.
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 2007 and later small offroad engine. In California, all small offroad engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards.
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered up to maintenance schedule), Ignition Module, Muffler including catalyst, Fuel Tank (California only). MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance as defined in the operator's manual.
REPAIR PARTS SEARS TRIMMER MODEL 358.791071 _1_ All repairs, maintenance WARNING adjustments and not described in the Operator's Manual performed by qualified personnel Ref Part No. Description "1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10 11. 12. 13. 530015805 530015886 530057983 530016326 530057984 530058843 530069572 530015886 545017701 530015786 530058583 530016152 530071936 Screw-alignment Screw Hsg -Throttle right Screw-Cable Retention 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.
REPAIR PARTS _lL WARNING SEARS TRIMMER MODEL 358.791071 At_ repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual must be performed by qualified service personnel p5 1 8 22 2 4 _ 5 I 9 lO 23 11 % 39 40 \ 47 42 57 1 63 Ret. Part No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 530047721 530015843 530049386 530014362 530071404 530069216 530015775 545000501 545082301 530015849 545000601 545006017 12 E_ 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 25 Description Ref. Part No.
