Craftsman WEEDWACKER 358.791072 User manual

32cc/1.9 cu.in. 2-Cycle
GASOLINE WEEDWACKER ®
Model No.
358.791072
•Safety
•Assembly
•Operation
•Maintenance
•Parts List
•Eapa_ol, p. 23
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 _Hou,s listed are Central ]qme)
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
545167680 Rev. 5 7/16/08 BRW

Warranty Statement 2 Storage 17
Identification of Safety Symbols 2 Troubleshooting Table 18
Safety Rules 4 Emissions Statement 19
Assembly 10
Operation 11 Parts List 2t
Maintenance 15 Spanish 23
Service & Adjustments 16 Parts and Ordering Back Cover
ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN 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 pur-
chase, return it to any Seals store, Sears Service Center, or other Craftsman outlet in
the United States for free repair (or replacement if repair proves impossible).
This warranty excludes cutting line, spark plug and air filter, which are expendable
parts that can wear out from normal use in less than one year.
This warranty applies for only 90 days from purchase date if this product is ever
used for commercial or rental purposes.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman E_tates, IL 60179
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_DANGER: Use only specified trimmer
head, spool, and recommended trimmer
line. Never use blades, flailing devices,
wire, rope, string, etc. This attachment is
designed for line trimmer use only. Failure
to follow these instructions may result in
serious injury.
I& I_WARNING: This unit can be dangerous! Careless or
1
Iimproper use can cause serious injury.
Read the operator's manual before use. Failure to follow
instructions could result in serious injury. Save operator's
manual.
_ Trimmer line can throw objects vio-
lently. You can be blinded or injured.
Always wear hearing protection and
safety glasses marked Z87. Always
wear head protection, heavy, long
pants, long sleeves, boots and
gloves.

Hazardzoneforthrownobjects.
•Trimmerlinethrowsobjectsviolently<
• Youandotherscanbeblinded/injured.
• Keepchildren,bystanders,andanimals
50feet(15meters)away.
_O _ ISecure hair above shoulder length.
f _ • I Do not wear jewelry, loose clothing,
|..._li IIor clothing with loosing hanging
• _[I Istraps, ties, tassels, etc< They can
_lllll_ J be caught in moving parts<
Ill Assist handle to be positioned only below
the arrow.
Never allow children to operate this unit<
Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of the
reach of children. Store unit and fuel in area where
fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, electric motors or switches,
furnaces, etc.
When servicing unit, use only identical replace-
ment parts.
Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before
cleaning or servicing.
_ i o_ruTeAtt_eNul_tGn;eFile _aaZmardorNse;e_m(iiXcP°cUrng°rsst°rkengas°/lene
Iflames, or work that can cause sparks).

I_1 se unleaded gasoline and two-stroke oit mixed at a
ratio of 40:1 (2<5%).
These attachments used in combination with the specified powerhead have been
evaluated to ANSI B175.3-2003, "Grass Trimmers and Brushcutters - Safety
Requirements". These combinations have been evaluated by Underwriter's Labo-
ratories Inc. (UL) and are consequently UL listed:
Powerhead including trimmer attachment ...................... 358<79107
Brushcutter attachment ...................................... 358<79244
These attachments used in combination with the specified powerhead have been
evaluated to applicable ISO and EN safety requirement standards by the Swedish
Machinery Testing Institute:
Edger attachment ........................................... 358<79240
Cultivator attachment ........................................ 358<79241
Blower attachment .......................................... 358<79242
Pruner attachment .......................................... 358<79245
A'l
IllWARNING: When using gar-
dening appliances, basic safety pre-
cautions must always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire and serious
injury. Read and follow all instructions.
This power unit can be dangerousf Op-
erator 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. Restrict the use of this unit to
persons who have read, understand,
and will follow the instructions and
wamings on the unit and in the manual.
Never allow children to operate this unit.
OPERATOR'S SAFETY INFORMATION
MANUAL ON THE UNIT
_ DANGER: Never use blades
with line trimmer attachment. Never
use flailing devices with any attach-
ment, This unit (when used with sup-
ptied line trimmer attachment) is de-
signed for line trimmer use only. Use
of any other accessories with line trim-
mer attachment will increase the risk
of injury.
If situations occur which are not cov-
ered in this manual, use care and
good judgment. If you need assis-
tance, 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 main-
tenance, on your unit (safety
glasses are available). Eye protec-
tion should be marked Z87.
• Always wear face or dust mask if
operation is dusty.
• Always wear heavy, tong 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.
Secure or remove loose clothing or
clothing with loosely hanging ties,
straps, tassels, etc> They can be
caught in moving parts.
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• Beingfullycoveredalsohelpspro-
tectyoufromdebrisandpiecesof
toxicplantsthrownbyspinningline.
• StayAlert.Donotoperatethisunit
whenyouaretired,ill,upsetorun-
dertheinfluenceofalcohol,drugs,
ormedication.Watchwhatyouare
doing;usecommon sense.
• Wear hearing protection.
• Never start or run inside a closed
room or building. Breathing exhaust
fumes can kill.
• Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
• Always keep engine on the right
hand side of your body.
• Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
• Keep trimmer head (or other option-
al attachment) below waist level and
away from all parts of your body. Do
not raise engine above your waist.
• Keep all parts of your body away
from muffler and spinning line (or
other optional attachment). A hot
muffler can cause serious burns.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do
not overreach or use from unstable
surfaces such as ladders, trees,
steep slopes, rooftops, etc.
• Use only in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Use only for jobs explained in this
manual (or manuals for optional at-
tachments).
UNIT /MAINTENANCE SAFETY
_WARNING: Disconnect the
spark plug before performing mainte-
nance except carburetor adjustments.
• Look for and replace damaged or
loose parts before each use. Look
for and repair fuet leaks before use.
Keep in good working condition.
• Replace trimmer head parts that are
chipped, cracked, broken, or dam-
aged in any other way before using
tile unit.
• Maintain unit according to recom-
mended procedures. Keep cutting
line at proper length.
• Use only Craftsman replacement line.
Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
• Install required shield propedy before
using the unit. Use only specified trim-
mer head; make sure it is properly
installed and securely fastened.
• Make sure unit is assembled cor-
rectly as shown in this manual.
• Make carburetor adjustments with
lower end supported to prevent tine
from contacting any object.
• Keep others away when making car-
buretor adjustments.
• Use only recommended Craftsman
accessories and replacement parts.
• Have all maintenance and service
not explained in this manual per-
formed by a Sears Service Center.
FUEL SAFETY
Mix and pour fueloutdoors.
Keep away from sparks or flames.
• Do not smoke or allow smoking near
fuet or the unit or while using the unit.
• Avoid spilling fuel or oil Wipe up alt
fuel spills before starting engine.
• Move at least t0 feet (3 meters)
away from fueling site before start-
ing engine. Stop engine and allow it
to cool before removing fuel cap.
• 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 and fuel in area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open
flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
• Always store gasoline in a container
approved for flammable liquids.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
• Stop the unit before carrying.
• Allow engine to cool before storing
or transporting in vehicle.
• Empty the fuel tank before storing or
transporting the unit. Use up fuel left
in the carburetor by starting the en-
gine and lettingit run until it stops.
• 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 can-
not accidentally cause injury. 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 gaso-
line powered hand tools could cause
blood vessel or nerve damage in the
fingers, hands, and joints of people
prone to circulation disorders or ab-
normal swellings. 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

theavoidanceoftheseproblems.Us-
erswhooperatepowertoolsonacon-
tinualandregularbasismustmonitor
closelytheirphysicalconditionandthe
conditionofthistool.
SPECIALNOTICE:Thisunitis
equippedwithatemperaturelimiting
muffterandsparkarrestingscreen
whichmeetstherequirementsofCali-
forniaCodes4442and4443.AllU.S.
forestlandandthestatesofCalifornia,
Idaho,Maine,Minnesota,NewJersey,
Oregon, and Washington require by
taw that many internal combustion en-
gines be equipped with a spark arrest-
ing screen. If you operate in a locale
where such regulations exist, you are
tegalty responsible for maintaining the
operating condition of these parts.
Failure to do so is a violation of the
taw. For normal homeowner use, the
muffter and spark arresting screen wilt
not require any service. After 50 hours
of use, we recommend that your muf-
fler be serviced or replaced by a
Sears Service Center.
LINE TRIMMER SAFETY
AI)&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 ob-
jects 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 lef_ to your right.
Cutting on right side of the shield will
throw debris away from the operator.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS
A_)&WARNING: For each optional
attachment used, read entire opera-
tors manual before use and follow all
warnings and instructions in manual
and on attachment.
_WARNING: Ensure handlebar
is instailed when using brushcutter
attachment. Attach handlebar above
arrow on safety label on the upper
shaft (engine end of unit). If your
brushcutter attachment does not
include a handlebar, a handlebar
accessory kit (#530071451) is avail-
abie from your Sears Service Center.
EDGER SAFETY
A_)&WARNING: Inspect the area to
be edged before each use. Remove
objects (rocks, broken glass, naits,
wire, etc.) which can be thrown by the
blade or can wrap around the shaft.
• Blade rotates momentarily after the
trigger is released. The blade can
seriously cut you or others.
• Allow btade to stop before removing
it from the cut.
Blade rotates Allowblade tostop
before removing it
after the fromthe cut.
• Throw away blades that are bent,
warped, cracked, broken or dam-
aged in any other way. Replace
parts that are cracked, chipped, or
damaged before using the unit.
• Do not attempt to remove cut materi-
al nor hold material to be cut when
the engine is running or when cut-
ting blade is moving.
• Always keep the wheel and depth
adjusting skid in contact with the
ground.
• Always push the unit slowly over the
ground. Stay alert for uneven side-
walks, holes in the terrain, large
roots, etc.
BLOWER/VACUUM SAFETY
_ WARNING: Inspect area before
starting unit. Remove all debris and
hard objects such as rocks, glass,
wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown,
or otherwise cause injury or damage
during operation.
• Do not set unit on any surface ex-
cept a clean, hard area while engine
is running. Debris such as gravel,
sand, dust, grass, etc., could be
picked up by the air intake and
thrown out through discharge open-
ing, damaging unit, property, or
causing serious injury to bystanders
or operator.
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• Neverplaceobjectsinsidetheblow-
ertubes,vacuumtubesorblower
outlet.Alwaysdirecttheblowingde-
brisawayfrompeople,animals,
glass,andsolidobjectssuchas
trees,automobiles,wails,etc.The
forceofaircancauserocks,dirt,or
stickstobethrownortoricochet
whichcanhurtpeopleoranimals,
breakglass,orcauseotherdamage.
• Neverrununitwithouttheproper
equipmentattached.Whenusing
yourunitasablower,alwaysinstall
blowertubes.
• Checkairintakeopening,blower
tubesorvacuumtubesfrequently,
alwayswithenginestoppedand
sparkplugdisconnected.Keep
ventsanddischargetubesfreeof
debriswhichcanaccumulateand
restrictproperairflow.
• Neverplaceanyobjectinairintake
openingasthiscouldrestrictproper
airflowandcausedamagetothe
unit.
• Neveruseforspreadingchemicals,
fertilizers,orothersubstanceswhich
maycontaintoxicmaterials.
• Toavoidspreadingfire,donotuse
nearleaforbrushfires,fireplaces,
barbecuepits,ashtrays,etc.
BRUSHCUTTERSAFETY
DANGER: Blade can thrust vio-
lently away from material it does not
cut. Blade thrust can cause amputa-
tion of arms or legs.
mIWARNING: Do not use trimmer
head as a fastening device for tile
blade.
_ WARNING: Inspect the area to
be cut before each use. Remove ob-
jects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,
etc.) which can be thrown or become
entangled in the blade or trimmer line.
• Throw away and replace blades that
are bent, warped, cracked, broken
or damaged in any other way.
• Install required shield properly be-
fore using the unit. Use the metal
shield for all metal blade use.
_ WARNING: Only use brushcut-
ter attachments that provide a metal
shield with protruding nose.
Protruding
R_SO
• Use only specified blade and make
sure it is properly installed and se-
curely fastened.
• Cut from your left to your right.
• Always use the handlebar and a
properly adjusted shoulder strap
with blade (see ASSEMBLY instruc-
tions in brushcuttar attachment
operator's manual).
CULTIVATOR SAFETY
_ WARNING: Rotating tines can
cause serious injury. Keep away from
rotating tines. Stop the engine and
disconnect the spark plug before un-
clogging tines or makinc repairs.
• The blade continues to spin after the
throttle is reteased or engine is turned
off. The coasting blade can throw ob-
jects or seriously cut you if accidental-
ly touched. Stop the blade by contact-
ing tile right hand side of the coasting
blade with materiat already cut.
_ WARNING: Inspect the area to
be cultivated before starting the unit.
Remove all debris and hard and sharp
objects such as rocks, vines, branch-
es, rope, string, etc.

• Avoidheavycontactwithsolidobjects
thatmightstopthetines.Ifheavycon-
tactoccurs,stoptheengineandin-
specttheunitfordamage.
• Neveroperatethecultivatorwithout
thetinecoverinplaceandproperly
secured.
• Keepthetinesandguardclearof
debris.
• Afterstrikingaforeignobject,stop
theengine,disconnectthespark
plugandinspectthecultivatorfor
damage.Repairbeforerestarting.
• Disconnectattachmentfromthedrive
enginebeforecleaningthetineswith
ahoseandwatertorernoveany
build-up.Oilthetinestopreventrust.
• Alwaysweargloveswhenservicingor
cleaningthetines,Thetinesbecome
verysharpfromuse.
• Donotrununitathighspeedunless
cultivating.
HEDGETRIMMERSAFETY
DANGER: RISK OF OUT: 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 engine is stopped,
the spark plug wire is disconnected,
and the blade has stopped moving
before removing jammed material
from the cutting blade. Do not grab or
hotd the unit by the cutting blade.
Blades move Aflow blades to stop
momentarily before removing
after the them from the cut
_WARNING: thspect the area be-
fore starting the unit. Remove all de-
bris and hard objects such as rocks,
glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be
thrown, or otherwise cause injury or
damage during operation.
• Do not use a cutting blade that is
bent, warped, cracked, broken or
damaged in any other way. Have
worn or damaged parts replaced by
your Sears Service Center.
• Always keep unit in front of your
body. Keep all parts of your body
away from the cutting blade.
• Keep the cutting blade and air vents
clear of debris.
POLE PRUNER SAFETY
_ WARNING: The reciprocating
blade/rotating chain can cause severe
injury. Inspect the unit before use. Do
not operate unit with a bent, cracked
or dull blade or dull chain. Keep away
from the blade/chain.
_WARNING: The reciprocating
blade/rotating chain is sharp. Do not
touch. To prevent sedous injury, always
stop engine and ensure blade/chain
has stopped moving, disconnect spark
plug, and wear gloves when changing
or handling the blade or chain.
WARNING: A coasting blade/ro-
tating 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. 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.
_ WARNING: Falling objects can
cause severe head injury. Wear head
protection when operating this unit
with a pole pruner attachment.
WARNING: To prevent serious
injury, do not use more than one boom
extension with a pole pruner attach-
ment.
_ WARNING: Keep the pruner
away from power lines or electrical
wires.
• Only use for pruning limbs or
branches up to 6 inches (15 cm) in
diameter.
• Do not operate the unit faster than
the speed needed to prune. Do not
run the unit at high speed when not
pruning.

• Alwaysstoptheunitwhenworkis
delayedorwhenwalkingfromone
cuttinglocationtoanother.
• Ifyoustrikeorbecomeentangled
withaforeignobject,stoptheengine
immediatelyandcheckfordamage.
Haveanydamagerepairedbya
SearsSewiceCenterbeforeat-
temptingfurtheroperations.Discard
bladesthatarebent,warped,
crackedorbroken.
• Stoptheunitimmediatelyifyoufeel
excessivevibration.Vibrationisa
signoftrouble.Inspectthoroughly
forloosenuts,boltsordamage
beforecontinuing.ContactSears
Serviceforrepairorreplacementof
affectedpartsasnecessary.
SNOWTHROWERSAFETY
,_ 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 dis-
charge 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. Remove
objects that could be thrown or dam-
age the unit. Some objects may be
hidden by fallen snow -- be alert for
the possibility.
• Direct material discharge away from
glass enclosures, automobiles, etc.
• Do not run engine at high speed
while not removing snow.
• Be attentive when using the snow-
thrower, and stay alert for holes in
the terrain and other hidden haz-
ards.
• Make sure the rotor will spin freely
before attaching the snowthrower to
the powerhead.
• Ifthe rotor will not rotate freely due
to frozen ice, thaw the unit thorough-
ly before attempting to operate
under power,
• 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.
• After striking a foreign object, stop
the engine, disconnect spark plug
and inspect the snowthrower for
damage and repair if necessary be-
fore restarting unit.
• Never operate the snowthrower near
glass enclosures, automobiles and
trucks.
• Never attempt to use the snow-
thrower on a roof.
• Never operate the snowthrower near
window wells, dropoffs, etc.
• Never discharge snow onto public
roads or near moving traffic.
• Clear snow from slopes by going up
and down; never across. Use cau-
tion when changing directions. Nev-
er clear snow from steep slopes.
• Let snowthrower run for a few min-
utes after clearing snow so moving
parts do not freeze.
• Look behind and use care when
backing up. Exercise caution to
avoid slipping or falling, especially
when operating in reverse.
• Know how to stop quickly.

CARTONCONTENTS
Checkcartoncontentsagainstthefol-
lowinglist.
Model358.791072
Powerhead
Trimmer attachment
Shield
Wing Nut (screwed onto shield)
Container of line
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
mlWARNING: Always stop unit
and disconnect spark plug before per-
forming any assembiy procedures.
_WARNING: If received as-
sembled, repeat all steps to ensure
your unit is properly assembled and att
fasteners are secure.
INSTALLING TRIMMER ATTACH-
MENT
CAUTION: When installing trimmer
attachment, place the unit on a flat
surface for stability.
1. Loosen the coupler by turning the
knob counterclockwise.
Coupler
Shipping
protector
Knob
TIGHTEN
2. Remove shipping protector from
coupler.
3. Remove the shaft cap from the
trimmer attachment (if present).
4. Position locking/release button of
attachment into guide recess of
coupler.
5. Push the attachment into the cou-
pler until the locking/release button
snaps into the primary hole.
6. Before using the unit, tighten the
knob securely by turning clock-
wise.
Upper Locking/ Attachment
Shaft Release
Button
_ WARNING: Make sure the lock-
ing/release button is locked in the pri-
mary hole and the knob is securely
tightened before operating the unit. All
attachments are designed to be used in
the primary hole unless otherwise
stated in the applicable attachment op-
erator's manual. Using the wrong hote
could lead to serious injury or damage
to the unit.
Secondary Hole
Locking/Release
Button in Primary Hole
For optional attachments, see the AS-
SEMBLY section of the applicable at-
tachment operator's manual.
ATTACHING SHIELD
_WARNING: The shield must be
properly installed. The shieid provides
partial protection ftom the risk of thrown
objects to the operator and others and
is equipped with a line limiter blade
which cuts excess line to the proper
length. The line limiter blade (on under-
side of shield) is sharp and can cut you.
For proper orientation of shield, see
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER illustration in OP-
ERATION section.
1. Remove wing nut from shield.
2. Insert bracket into slot as shown.
3. Pivot shield until bolt passes
through hole in bracket.
4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.
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