Instruction Manual I CRRFTSMRN°I 25cc/1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle 17 Inch Cutting Path / 0.080 In. Line GASOLINE WEEDWACKER ® Model No. 358.795510 • • • • • 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 to your questionsor about this pm, product: Call answers 7 am-7 pm, Mon.-Sat., 10 am-7 Sun. 1-800-235-5878 (Hours listed are Central Time) Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Warranty Statement Safety Rules Assembly Operation Maintenance Service & Adjustments 2 2 4 5 8 9 Storage Troubleshooting Chart Emissions Statement Parts List Spanish Parts and Ordering FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WEEDWACKER ® LINE TRIMMER 11 12 12 14 17 Back ® GAS POWERED For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Gas Powered Weedwacker Line Trimmer is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the operating and ma ntenanee instructions in this manual, Sears will repair
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. If you need assistance, contact your Sears Service Center or call 1-800-235-5878. 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 op÷ eration is dusty. • Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves.
• Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. • Store unit so line limiter blade cannot accidentally cause injury. The unit can be hung by the tube. • Store unit out of reach of children.
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READ THIS INSTRUCTION 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 Handle Tube Muffler \ ON/STOP Trimmer Head Throttle Tdgger Switch \ j Spark Plug Shield _ /_ --'_D'_ _"'_ Choke Lever Primer Bulb Fuel Mix Fill Cap Line Limiter Blade ON/STOP SWITCH The ON/STOP switch is used to stop engine.
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. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. See the STORAGE section for additional information. 5. Pull starter rope handle sharply until engine sounds as it if is trying to start, but do not pull rope more than 6 times. 6.
OPERATING POSITION ALWAYS WEAR: _J.-"'_ _ Long Pants • Tap the bottom of the trimmer head lightly on the ground one time. Approximately 2 inches (5 cm) of line will be advanced with each tap. To advance line, tap bottom of trimmer head on ground one time. Eye Protection m=. _ "_ Line limiter cuts proper length. Heavy Shoes ..._ _ _ _ Cut from your fight to your left. Always tap the trimmer head on a grassy area.
• For trimming or scalping, use less than full throttle to increase line life and decrease head wear, especially: • During light duty cutting. • Near objects around which the line can wrap such as small posts, trees or fence wire. • For mowing or sweeping, use full throttle for a good clean job. TRIMMING - Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 in. (8 cm) above the ground and at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to make contact. Do not force trimmer line into work area. Trimming Scalping .....
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Contact Sears Service Center for replacement of damaged or worn parts. • ON/STOP Switch - Ensure ON/STOP switch functions properly by pushing and releasing the switch. Make sure engine stops. Wait 5 seconds before attempting to restart unit to allow switch to reset. Restart engine and continue. • Fuel Tank - Discontinue use of unit if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks. • Debris Shield - Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged.
. Align the notch with the line exit hole. 11. Push spool into hub until it snaps into place. 12. Pull the line extending outside of the hub to release it from the notch. CARBURETOR _WARNING: ADJUSTMENT The trimmer head will be spinning during most of this procedure. Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety precautions. After making mixture adjustments, recheck idle speed. Carburetor adjustment is critical and if done improperly can permanently damage the engine as well as the carburetor.
A __ dBLWARNING: Perform the follow- ing 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 _IL 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 CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not start. 1. ON/OFF switch in OFF position. 2. Engine flooded. 1. Move ON/OFF switch to ON. 3. Fuel tank empty. 4. Spark plug not firing. 5. Fuel not reaching carburetor. 6. Carburetor requires Engine will not idle propedy.
responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your instruction manual. Sears recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off-road engine, but Sears cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.
