Instruction Manual 25cc/1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle 17 Inch Cutting Path / 0.080 Inch Line GASOLINE WEEDWACKER ® Model No. 358.795500 Safety p_ : Assembly Operation • Maintenance • Parts List • Espa_ol y _" _,4_" J'V / _ /"_ For Occasional Use Only 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., or 10 am-7 pm, Sun. 1-800-235-5878 Sears, Roebuck 530163584 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 16 17 17 19 21 Back Cover FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® GASOLINE POWERED WEEDWACKER ® LINE TRIMMER.
OPERATOR SAFETY • Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when operating, or performing maintenance, on your unit (safety glasses are available). Eye protection should be marked Z87. • Always wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty. • Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards is recommended. • Always wear foot protection. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of spinning line. • Secure hair above shoulder length.
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.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS • Always push the unit slowly over the ground. Stay alert for uneven sidewalks, holes in the terrain, large roots, etc. • Always use the handlebar when using edger attachment. BLOWER/VACUUM SAFETY _ WARNING: For each optional attachment used, read entire operators manual before use and follow all warnings and instructions in manual and on attachment. _WARNING: Inspect area before starting unit.
BRUSHCUTTER DANGER: SAFETY Blade can thrust viose lently away from material it does not cut. Blade thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs. • Use only specified blade and make sure it is properly installed and securely fastened. • Cut from your right to your left. • Always use the handlebar and a properly adjusted shoulder strap with blade (see ASSEMBLY instructions in brushcutter attachment instruction manual).
HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY unit until the blade/chain has completely stopped moving. Keep hands, face and feet at a distance from all moving parts. Do not attempt to touch or stop the blade or chain when it is moving. 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.
SNOW THROWER SAFETY • Make sure the rotor will spin freely before attaching the snowthrower to the powerhead. • If the rotor will not rotate freely due to frozen ice, thaw the unit before thoroughly before attempting to operate under powen • Keep the rotor clear of debris. • Do not throw snow near other people. The snow thrower could propel small objects at high speed causing injury.
CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents against the following list. Model 358.795500 • 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. Coupler \ Upper Tube i_ WARNING: The shield must be properly installed.
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READ THIS INSTRUCTIONMANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFOREOPERATINGYOUR 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.
IMPORTANT Experience indicates thatalcohol blended fuels(called gasohol orusing ethanol or methanol) canattract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system 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 and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season.
If the unit still doesn't start, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1-800-235-5878. OPERATING THE COUPLER This model is equipped with a coupler which enables optional attachments to be installed. The optional attachments are: Edger ................. 358.792400 Cultivator .............. 358.792410 Blower ................ 358.792421 Brushcutter ............ 358.792430 411.
To stop engine: • Release the throttle trigger. • Move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position. TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE The cutting head advances line automatically. Do not tap head on the ground to advance line. This may break parts and cause cutting head to malfunction. Upon unit start up, the line will advance automatically to the correct cutting path length. Always keep the shield in place when the tool is being operated. WARNING: Use only 0.080" (2 mm) diameter round line.
SWEEPING - The fanning action of the rotating line can be used to blow away loose debris from an area, Keep the line parallel to and above the area surface and swing the tool from side to side. MAINTENANCE Sweeping _ SCHEDULE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before except for carburetor adjustments.
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot. 2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and discard. LINE REPLACEMENT Pre-wound spools offer the most convenient method for replacing line and ensuring optimum performance. * Replacement spools are colorcoded to ensure use of the correct spool with your unit. Be sure to use the same color spool as the existing spool. NOTE: Always clear dirt and debris from cutting head components when performing any type of maintenance.
Thecarburetor hasbeencarefully set atthefactory. Adjustments maybe necessary ifyounotice anyofthefollowingconditions: • Engine will not idle when the throttle is released. • The trimmer head or optional attachment moves/spins at idle. Make ad ustments with the unit supported so the cutt ng attachment s off the ground and will not make contact with any object. Hold the unit by hand while running and making adjustments. Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting attachment and muffler.
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. TROUBLE Engine will not start. CAUSE 1. ON/OFF switch in OFF position. 2. Fuel tank empty. 3. Spark plug not firing. 4. Fuel not reaching carburetor, 5. Carburetor requires adjustment. REMEDY 1. Move ON/OFF switch to ON. 2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture. 3. Install new spark plug. 4.
responsible fortheperformance ofthe Any warranted part which is scheduled required maintenance listedinyourinfor replacement as required maintestruction manual. Sears recommends nance shall be warranted for the period thatyouretain allreceipts covering of time up to the first scheduled replacemaintenance onyoursmalloff-road en- ment point for that part. DIAGNOSIS: gine.
