Craftsman WEEDWACKER 358.791520 User manual

InStruction Manual
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25cc/1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle
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17 Inch Cutting Path /0.080 In. Line
GASOLINE WEEDWACKER ®
MOdel No.
358.791520
•Safety
•Assembly
•Operation
Maintenance
Parts List
•Espanol
For Occasional Use Only
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of this product,
9For answers to your questions about this product:
Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon.-Sat., or 10 am-7 pm, Sun.
1-800-235-5878 (Hours listedare Central Time)
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
530164359 11/7/03

Warranty Statement 2 Storage 11
Safety Rules 2 Troubleshooting Chart 12
Assembly 4 Emissions Statement 13
Operation 5 Parts List 15
Maintenance 9 Spanish 17
Service & Adjustments 10 Parts and Ordering Back
FULL ONE YEAFJWARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ®GAS POWERED
WEEDWACKER TM LINE TRIMMER.
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 maintenance instructions in this manual, Sears will repair, free
of charge, any defect in materials or workmanship.
This warranty excludes nylon line, spark plug, and air filter, which are expendable
parts and become worn during normal use.
If this Weedwacker line trimmer is used for commercial purposes, this warranty ap-
plies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. If this Weedwacker line trimmer is
used for rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 30 days from the date of pur-
chase. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United State s.
WARRANTY SERVICE ISAVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE WEEDWACKER LINE TRIMMER
TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
tl _____.__
_WARNING: When using gar-
dening appliances, basic safety pre-
cautions must always be followed to
reduce the risk offire and serious
injury.Read and follow all instructions.
Thispower unitcanbe dangerous!Op-
eratoris responsibleforfollowing
instructionsand warningson unitand in
manual. Read entireinstructionmanual
before usingunitiBe thoroughly familiar
withthe controlsand the properuseof
the unit.Restrictthe use ofthis unitto
personswho have read, understand,
and willfollow the instructionsand
warningsonthe unitand inthe manual.
Never allow childrento operatethis unit.
INSTRUCTION SAFETY INFORMATION
MANUAL ON THE UNIT
DANGER: Never use blades or
flailing devices. This unit is designed
for linetrimmer use only.Use of any
other accessories or attachments will
increase the risk of injury.
@QQ
_WARNING: Trimmer line throws
objects violently. Youand others can be
blinded/injured. Wear eye and leg
protection.Keep body partsclearof ro-
tating line.
Eye Protection
/HazardZone
•
Keep children, bystanders, and animals
50 feet (15 meters) away. If approaghed
stop unit Immediately.
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Ifsituations occurwhich are notcov-
ered Ih this manual, use care and
good Judgment.If you need assis-
tances,contact your Sears Service
Center'or call 1-800-235-5878.
?PERATOR SAFETY
Dress properly.Alwayswear safety
glassesor similareye protectionwhen
ope_ting, or performingmaintenance,
onyour unit(safetyglassesare avail-
able). Eye protectionshouldbe
ma_ed Z87.
Alwd.yswear face or dustmask ifop-
erati0nIs dusty.
Always wear heavy,longpants,long
sleeyes, boots,and gloves.Weedng
safety legguardsis recommended.
Alwayswear foot protection.Do not
go b_refootor wear sandals.Stay
cleat of spinningline.
• SecOrehairabove shoulderlength.
Secure or removeloose clothingor
clothingwith looselyhangingties,
straps, tassels,etc.They can be
caughtIn movingparts.
•Beingfully coveredalso helpsprotact
you l_'omdebrisand pleceeof toxic
plantsthrownby spinningline.
•StayAlert. Do notoperatethisunit
whenyou are tired, ill,upsetor under
the ihfluenceof alcohol,drugs,or
medication.Watchwhat you are do-
ina; usecommonsense.
W-earheadngprotection.
:Never startor run insidea closed
room or building.Breathingexhaust
fumes can kill.
•Keep handlesfree of oiland fuel.
UNIT IMAINTENANCE SAFETY
• Disconnectthe spark plugbeforeper-
forming maintenanceexceptcarbure-
tor,_djustments.
•Lookfor and replacedamaged or
loosepartsbefore each use. Lookfor
and repairfuel leaks beforeuse. Keep
n goodworkng condition.
•Replacetdmmerhead partsthat are
chipped,cracked,broken,or dam-
aged in any otherway beforeusing
the Unit.
•Maintainunitaccordingto recom-
mended procedures.Keep cuttingline
at properlength.
•Use=only0.080 Inch(2 mm)diameter
Craftsman@brandline. Never use
wire,rope,string,etc.
•Installrequired shieldpropedybefore
usingthe unit.Use onlyspecifiedtdm-
merhead; make sureit isproperly
Installedand securelyfastened.
•Make sureunitis assembledcorrectly
as shownin this manual.
iake carburetoradJusb'nentswith
lowerend supportedtopreventline
from contactingany object.
Keep othersaway when makingcar-
buretoradjustmants.
iUsa onlyrecommendedCraftsman®
acceesorles and replacementparts.
Have allmaintenanceand servicenot
explainedin this manual performedby
a Sears Service Center.
FUEL SAFETY
•Mix and pourfuel outdoors.
•Keep away from sparksor flames.
•Use a containerapprovedfor fuel.
•Do notsmoke or allow smokingnear
fuel or the uniL
•Avoidspillingfuel or oil. Wipe upall
fuel spills.
•Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away
from fueling sitebeforestartingen-
gine.
• _op engine and allow to coolbefore
removingfuel cap.
•Alwaysstoregasolinein a container
approvedfor flammableliquids.
CUTTING SAFETY
_' WARNING: Inspect the area be-
fore each use. Remove objects
(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.)
which can be thrownby or become
entangled in line. Hard objects can
damage the tdmmer head and be
throwncausing serious Injury.
•Use only for trimming,scalping,mew-
ing and sweeping.Do notusefor edg-
•ing, pruningor hedgetrimming.
Keep firmfooting and balance. Do not
overreach.
•Keep all partsof yourbodyaway from
mufflerand spinningline. Keep engine
belowwaist level.A hotmufflercan
cause sedousbums.
• Cut from your left to your dght. Cutting
on dghtside of the shield will throw
debris away from the operator.
•Use only in daylight or good artificial
• light.
Use onlyforjobe explained in this
manual.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
• Allow engine to cool; secure unit be-
fore 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 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.
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• Store unitso line limiterblade cannot
accidentallycause injury. The unit
can be hungby the tube.
• Store unitoutof reach ofchildren.
SAFETY NOTICE: Exposureto 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 tocirculation disordersor 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, pare, loss of strength,
change in skin color or texture, or loss
of feeling in the fingers, hands, or
joints, discontinuethe use of this tool
and seek medical attention. An anti-
vibrationsystem does not guarantee
the avoidance ofthese problems. Us-
ers who operate power tools on a con-
tinual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical conditionand
the conditionof this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unitis
equipped with atemperature Ilmi!ing
mufflerand spark a[restingscrac L
which meets the requirementsol ,,ali-
fornia Codes 4442 and 4443. AI U.S.
forest land and the states of Call )rnia,
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jqrsey,
Oregon, and Washington require 3y
lawthat many intemal combusUoiien-
gines be equipped with a spark a 'rest-
ing screen. Ifyou operate in a Io_:ale
where such regulationsexist, you are
legally responsiblefor maintainin the
operating condition ofthese pa_.
Failure to do so isa violationoftl_e
law. For normal homeowner use, lthe
mufflerand spark arrestingscreen will
not require any service. After 50 I_ours
of use, we recommend thatyour muf-
fler be serviced or replacedby your
Sears Service Center.
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol-
lowing list.
Model 358.791520
• Trimmer
• 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.
ASSEMBLY
_I_WARNING: If received as-
sembled, repeat all steps to ensure
your unit is properly assembled and all
fasteners are secure.
ADJUSTING THE HANDLE
_tL WARNING: When adjusting the
assist handle, be sure it remains above
the safety label and below the mark or
arrow on the shaft.
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.
2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an
upright position; retighten wing nut.
ATTACHING SHIELD
_WARNING: The shield mus{be
properly installed. The shieldprovides
partialprotectionfrom the riskofthrown
objectsto the operatorand othersand
is equippedwith alinelimiterbladl_
whichcuts excesslinetothe proper
length.The linelimiterblade(on ur_der-
side ofshield)is sharpand can cutyou.
Forproperorientationofshield,see
KNOW YOUR TRIMMER illustraUon in OP-
ERATIONsection.
1. Remove wing nut from shield.
2. Insertbracketintoslotas shown.
3. Pivotshielduntilboltpasses
through hole inbracket.
4. Securely tightenwing nutonto
bolt.
Slot Bracket q_
PIVOT Shield
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KNOWYOURTRIMMER
READETHISINSTRUCTION MANUALANDSAFETYRULESBEFOREOPERA'IINGYOUR
UNIT. 'rComparethe lllustragonswithyour unittofamiliarizeyourself_the locaUon
ofthe Variouscontrolsand adjustments.Save this manual forfuture reference.
Trimmer Shaft
_._Shiel!
Lind Limiter
Blade
AssistHandl_e_Muffler
Spark Plug_ PrimerBulb Tdgger
STOP
Choke Lever
Fuel Mix Fill Cap
Starter Handle
STOI_ SWITCH
The STOPswitchIs usedtostopthe en-
gine.Tostop the engine, push and re-
lease the engine STOPswitch.
PRIMER BULB
The PI1IMERBULBremoves airfrom
the c_ buretor and fuel lines and fills
them rith fuel. This allows you to start
the er!gine with fewer pullson the
starteirope. Activate the primer bulb
by pnsslng it and allowing it to return
to itsOriginalform.
CHOKE
The CHOKEhelpsto supplyfuelto the
enginetoaid in cold starting.Activate
the choke by movingthe choke leverto
the FULLCHOKEposition.After the en-
gine attemptsto start,move the choke
lever to the HALFCHOKEposition. Once
engine has started, move the choke le-
ver to the OFFCHOKEposition.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
WJARNING: Besureto read
the fu$1 information in the safety rules
befor_ you begin. Ifyou do not
underStand the safety rules, do not
attempt to fuel your unit. Call
1-800-=235-5878.
FUELING ENGINE
=
_WARNING: Remove fuel cap
slowly when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,
gasoline must be mixed with a good
quality synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled
engine oil. We recommend
Craftsman ®brand synthetic oil. Mix
gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40:1. A
40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2
ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded
gasoline. Included with this trimmer is
a 3.2 ounce container of oil. Pour the
entire contents of this container into 1
gallon of gasoline to achieve the
proper fuel mixture. DO NOT USE
automotive oil or marine oil. These oils
will cause engine damage. When
mixing fuel, follow instructions printed
on container.
Once oil is added to gasoline, shake
container momentarily to assure that
the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always
read and follow the safety rules
relating to fuel before fueling your unit.
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IMPORTANT
Experience indicatesthat alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract mois-
ture which leads to separation and
formation of acids dunng storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fue} sys-
tem of an engine while in storage.
To avoid engine problems, empty the
fuel systembefore storage for 30 days
or longer. Drain the gas tank, startthe
engine and let itrun untilthe fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh
fuel next season.
Never use engine orcarburetor clean-
er products in the fuel tank or perma-
nentdamage may occur.
See the STORAGEsection for addition-
al information.
HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT
• Tostop the engine, push and re-
lease the engine STOPswitch. The
switch willautomatically returnto the
ON position. Wait 5 seconds before
attemptingto restart unitto allow
switch to reset.
•Itengine does notstop, move choke
to the FULLCHOKEposition.
HOW TO START YOUR UNIT
_WARNING" The trimmer head
will turnwhile starting the engine.
Avoid any contactwith the muffler.A
hot mufflercan cause serious burns.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of
fuel)
__ Starting Position
1. Set unit on a flat surface.
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 6
times.
3. Move choke lever to FULLCHOKE
position.
4. Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and
hold through al/ remaining steps.
PrimerEJulb
Starter Handle
5. Pull starter rope handle sharply until
engine sounds as if it is trying to
start, but do not pull rope moreithan
6 times.
6. As soon as engine sounds as if it is
trying to start, move choke lever to
HALF CHOKE position. !
7. Pull starter rope sharply until en-
gine runs, but no more than 6i
pulls. NOTE: If the engine doesn't
start after 6 pulls (at the HALF,
CHOKE position), move the choke
lever to the FULL CHOKE position
and press the primer bulb 6 times.
Squeeze and hold the throttle '[rig-
ger and pull the starter rope 2
more times. Move the choke lever
to the HALF CHOKE position and
pull the starter rope until the e n-
gine runs, but no more than 6 ;
pulls. If the engine still doesn't
start, it is probably flooded. Pro-
ceed to STARTING A FLOODED EN-
GINE.
8. Once the engine starts, allow it to
run 10 seconds, then move the
choke lever to the OFF CHOKEi
position. Allow the unit to run for
30 more seconds at OFF CHOKE
before releasing the throttle trigger.
NOTE; If engine dies with the,
choke lever in the OFF CHOKE,
position, move the choke lever to
the HALF CHOKE position and pull
the rope until engine runs, but no
more than 6 pulls.
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STARTING A WARM ENGINE
1. MOvethe choke lever tothe HALF
CHOKEposltlon.
2. Squeeze and holdthe throttletrlg-
ge)'.Keep throttle triggerfully
sqbeezed untilthe engine runs
smoothly.
3. Pqllstarterrope sharplyuntilengine
rur_s,butno rnomthan 5 pulls.
4. Allbwengineto run 15 seconds,
then movethe choke levertoOFF
CHOKE.
NOTE: Ifengine has notstarted, pull
starterrope 5 more pulls. Ifengine still
does _ot run, it is probablyflooded.
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
Flood@dengines can be started by
placing the choke lever in the OFF
CHOKEposition;then, pull the rope to
clear the engine of excess fuel. This
could)'equire pullingthe starterhandle
manyttlmes depending on how badly
the ur@tis flooded.
Ifthe _nlt stilldoesn't start,referto
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800i235-5878.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
It Is recommended that the engine
not be operated longer than I min-
ute at full throttle.
OPERATING PosmoN
ALWAYS WEAR: _j.._ Eye protection
Heavy sho,_
Cut from your left toyour right,
'_ WARNING: Always wear eye
protection. Never lean over the trim-
mer head, Rocks or debris can rico-
chet _r be thrown into eyes and face
and cause blindness or other serious
injury.
When operating unit, stand as shown
and check for the following:
•Wear eye protection and heavy
clothing.
•Hold trigger handle with fight hand
and assist handle with left hand.
• Keep unit below waist level.
Cut onlyfrom your leftto your rightto
ensuredebris is thrownaway from
you. Withoutbendingover, keep line
nearand paralleltothe groundand
notcrowdedInto materialbeingcuL
Do not run the engine at a higher
speed than necessary. The cutting
line willcut efficiently,when the engine
is run at less than full throttle.At lower
speeds, there isless engine noise and
vibration. The cuttingline will last
longer and will be less likely to "weld"
onto the spool.
Always release the throttletrigger and
allow the engine to returnto idle
speed when not cutting.
Tostop engine:
:Release the throttletrigger.
Push and release the engine STOP
switch.
TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE
The trimmer linewill advance approxi-
mately 2 inches (5 cm)each time the
bottom of the trimmer head is tapped
on the groundwith the engine running
at full throttle.
The most efficient line length isthe
maximum length allowed by the line
limiter.
Always keep the shield in place when
the tool is being operated.
To advance line:
• Operate the engine at full throttle.
•Hold the trimmer head parallel to
and above the grassy area.
•Tap the bottomof the trimmerhead
lightlyon the ground one time. Ap-
proximately2 inches (5 cm) of line
willbe advanced with each tap.
Alwaystap the trimmerhead on a
grassyarea. Tappingon surfacessuch
as concreteor asphalt can cause ex-
cessive wear to the trimmer head.
Ifthe line is wom down to 2 inches (5
cm) or less, morethan one tap will be
required to obtain the most efficient line
length.
_WARNING: Use only 0.080 inch
(2 mm) diameter round line. Other
sizes and shapes of line will not ad-
vance properly and will result in im-
proper 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.
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CuI"rING METHODS
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 aseri-
ous hazard.
•The tip of the line does the cutting.
You will achieve the best perform-
ance and minimum line wear by not
crowding the line into the cutting
area, The right and wrong ways are
shown below.
_p of linedoes Linecrowded into
the cutting, work area.
SCALPING -The scalping technique
removes unwanted vegetationdownto
the ground. Hold the bottom ofthe
trimmer head about 3 Inches (8 cm)
above the ground and at an angle. Al-
low the tip of the line to strikethel
groundaround trees, posts,monu-
ments, etc. This technique increases
line wear.
Scalping
Right
•The line will easily remove grass
and weeds from around walls,
fences, trees and flower beds, but it
also can cut the tender bark of trees
or shrubsand scar fences. To help
avoid damage especially to delicate
vegetation or trees withtender bark,
shorten lineto 4-5 inches (10-13
cm) and use at lessthan full throttle.
•For trimming or scalping, use less
than full throttleto increase line life
and decrease head wear, especially:
During lightduty cutting.
: Near objects around whichthe line
can wrap such as small posts,
trees or fence wire.
• For mowing or sweeping, use full
throttlefor a good clean job.
TRIMMING -Hold the bottomof the
trimmer head about 3 inches (8 cm)
above the ground and at an angle. AI-
low only the tip ofthe line to make
contact. Do notforce trimmerline into
work area.
Trimming
MOWING -Yourtrimmer is ideal for
mowing in places conventional lawn
mowers cannot reach. In the mowing
position, keep the line parallel to the
ground. Avoid pressing the head into
the ground as this can scalp the
ground and damage the tool.
Mowing
SWEEPING - The fanning action ;of
the rotating line can be used for a
quick and easy clean up. Keep the
line parallel to and above the surfaces
being swept and move the tool from
side to side.
Sweeping
3 inches (8 cn
above ground
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MAIN'rENANCE SCHEDULE
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance
except for carburetor adjustments,
CALVE& MAINTENANCE TASK WHEN TO PERFORM
Che_k for loosefasteners and parts
Ch_ =kfordamaged or worn parts
Inspect and clean unitand labels
Clee_ air filter
Inspect mufflerand spark arresting screen
Replace spark plug
Before each use
Before each usa
After each use
Every 5 hours ofoperation
Every 50 hours of operation
Yearly
GENERALRECOMMENDA_ONS
The Warrantyon this unit does not
coveriitems that have been subjected
tooperator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty,
the Ol_eratormust maintain unitas
instructedin this manual. Various ad-
justments will need to be made peri-
odical!yto properly maintain your unit.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
Spark Plug Boot
Air Filter
Housing Screws
AssiSt Handle Screw
•Debris Shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Conta_ctSears Service Center for re-
placement ofdamaged or wom parts.
•STOPSwitch -Ensure STOPswitch
funqtions properly by pushing and
releasing the switch. Make sure en-
gine stops.Wait 5 seconds before
attemPtingto restartunitto allow
switchto reset. Restart engine and
continue.
•Fuel Tank -Discontinueuse of unit
iffuel tank shows signs of damage
or leaks.
• DebrisShield -Discontinue use of
unitiifdebris shield is damaged.
/
INSP#CT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS
•After each use, inspect complete
unit :for loose or damaged pads.
Clean the unit and labels using a
damp cloth with a mild detergent.
• wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirtyairfilterdecreases engine per-
formance and increasesfuel consump-
tionand harmfulemissions.Always
clean afterevery5 hoursofoperation.
1. Clean the cover and the area
around itto keep dirtfrom falling Into
the carburetorchamber when the
cover isremoved.
2. Remove partsas illustrated.
NOTE: Toavoid creating a fire hazard
or producingharmful evaporative
emissions, do notclean filter in gaso-
line or other flammable solvent.
3. Wash the filterin soap and water.
4. Allow filtertodry.
5. Replaceparts. Button
Air Filter
Air FilterCover
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK
ARRESTING SCREEN
WARNING: The muffler on this
product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer.
As your unit is used, carbon deposits
build up on the muffler and spark ar-
resting screen.
For normal homeowner use, however,
the muffler and spark arresting screen
will not require any service. After 50
hours of use, we recommend that your
muffler be serviced or replaced by your
Sears Service Center.
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REPLACESPARKPLUG
Replacethe spark plug each year to
ensure the engine starts easier and
runs better. Set spark plug gap at
0.025 inch. IgniUon timing is fixed and
nonadjustable.
1. Twist,then pull offspark plugI_oot
2. Remove spark plug from cyltnder
and discard.
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-_'
spark plugand tightensecurelywith
a3/4 inchsocketwrench.
4. Reinstall the sparkplugboot.
LINE REPLACEMENT
1. Push and release the engine
STOP switch,
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
3, Remove spool by firmly pulling on
tap button.
4. Clean entire surface of hub and
spool.
5. Replace with a pre-wound spool, or
cut two lengths of 12-1/2 feet (3.8
meters) of 0.080" (2 mm) diameter
Craftsman ®brand line.
WARNING: Never use wire,
rope, string, etc., which can break off
and become a dangerous missile.
6. Insert ends of line about 1/2 inch
(1 cm) into the small holes on the
inside of the spool.
Spool _..._.._ Small
_Holes
7. Wind line evenly and tightly onto
spool. Wind in the direction of the
arrow on the spool.
8. Push the line into the notches, leav-
ing 3 to 5 inches (7 -12 cm) un-
wound.
9. Insert the line into the exit holes in
the hub as shown in the illustration.
Line exit holes Line in Notch
10. Align the notches with the line exit
holes.
11. Push spool into hub until it snaps
into place.
12. Pull the lines extending outside of
the hub to release them from the
notches.
REPLACING THE CUTTING HEAD
1. Alignhole in the dust cupwith_e
hole in the side of the gearbox.h,.by
rotating the dust cup.
2. Insert a small screwdriver into
aligned holes. This will keep th_
shaft from tuming while removing
and installing trimmer head.
Screwdriver_
3. While holding the screwdriver in
position, remove trimmer head bY
tuming clockwise.
4. Thread replacement trimmer head
onto the shaft by turning counter-
clockwise. Tighten until secure.
5. Remove the screwdriver.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: Keep others aWay
when making idle speed adjustments.
The trimmer head will be spinningdur-
ing this procedure. Wear your protec-
tive equipment and observe all safety
precautions.
The carburetor has been carefullyi set
at the factory. Adjustments may be
necessary ityou notice any of theifol-
lowing conditions:
•Engine will not idle when the throttle is
released.
Make adjustments with the unit sup-
ported so the cutting attachment is off
the ground and will not make contact
with any object. Hold the unit by hand
while running and making adjust-
ments. Keep all parts of your body
away from the cutting attachment and
muffler.
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Idle _peed Adjustment
Allow_englneto Idle. Adjust speed until
englneruns withoutstalling (Idle
speed too slow).
• Turn Idle speed screw clockwiseto
increase engine speed if engine
stalls or dies.
•Turd Idle speed screw counterclock-
wise to decrease engine speed.
If you require further assistance or are
unsureabout performingthis proce-
dure, contactyour Sears Service Cen-
ter or call our customer assistance
help lineat 1-800-235-5878.
AirFilter Cover
W_ARNING: Perform the follow-
ing steps after each use:
•AIIo_ engine to cool, and secure the
unit before stodng or transporting.
•Stole unit and fuel in a well venti-
late(_ area where fuel vapors cannot
rea(,_hsparks 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 ob-
ject cannot accidentally cause injury.
•Store unit and fuel wellout of the
reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepatre unit for storage at end of sea-
son or If it will not be used for 30 days
or more.
Ifyou_ unit Is to be stored for a period
of time:
•Clean the entire unit before lengthy
storage.
•Store in a clean dry area.
•Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
FUEl. SYSTEM
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TION Section of this manual, see mes-
sage labeled IMPORTANT regarding
the use of gasohol in your engine.
Fuel stabilizer isan acceptable alter-
native in minimizing the formation of
fuel gumdeposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel
tank or fuel storage container. Follow
the mix instructionsfound on stabilizer
container. Runengine at least 5 min-
utes after adding stabilizer.
Craftsman®40:1,2-cycle engine oil
lair cooled) is already blended with
uel stabilizer. Ifyou do notuse this
Sears oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer
to yourfuel tank.
INTERNAL ENGINE
•Remove spark plug and pour I tea-
spoon 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 dam-
aged, broken, or worn parts.
•At the beginning of the next season,
use only fresh fuel having the proper
gasoline to oil ratio.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one sea-
son to another.
• Replace your gasoline can if it starts
to rust.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before perfor m-
ing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require
operation of the unit.
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not
start.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
Engine
smokes
excessively.
Engine runs
hot.
1. Engine flooded.
2. Fueltank empty,
3. Spark plug notfiring,
4. Fuel notreaching
carburetor.
5, Carburetorrequires
adjustment.
1. Carburetorrequires
adjustment.
2. Crankshaft sealsworn.
3. Compressionlow.
1. Air filterdirty.
2. Spark plugfouled.
3, Carburetorrequires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-upon
muffler outletscreen.
5. Compressionlow,
1. Choke partiallyon.
2. Fuel mixture incorrect.
3. Air filter dirty.
4. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
t. Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Spark plug incorrect.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on
muffler outlet screen.
]
1, See "Starting a Flooded Engine"in
OperationSection.
2. Fill tankwith correctfuel mixture.
3. Installnew spark plug.
4. Check for dirtyfuel filter;replace.
Check for kinkedor splitfuel line;
repair or replace.
5. ContactSeers Service (see beckcover).
1.
2.
3.
1.
2,
3.
4.
5.
I
See "Carburetor Adjustment"in
Service and AdjustmentsSection.
ContactSears Service (see backcover).
ContactSears Service (see backcover).
Clean or replace air filter.
Clean or replace plugand regap,
ContactSears Service (see backcover).
Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
Contact Sears Service (see backcover).
1. Adjust choke,
2. Emptyfuel tank and refillwith
correctfuel mixture.
3. Clean or replace air filter.
4. ContactSears Serv ce (sea backcover),
1.
2.
3.
4.
See "Fueling Engine" in Operation
section.
Replace with correctsparkplug.
Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
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YOUI_WARRANTYRIGHTSANDOB-
UGA!"IONS:TheU,S.Environmental
ProteqtionAgancy/CalifomiaAirRe-
sourcesBoardandSears,Roebuck
andCo.,U.S.A.,arepleasedtoexplain
theemissionscontrolsystemwarranty
on youryear2002-2004smalloff-road
englnB.InCallfomla,allsmalloff-mad
enginSsmust be designed,built,and
equippedtomeettheState'sstringent
anti-smog standards.Sears mustwar-
rentthteemissioncontrolsystemon
yoursmall off-road enginefor the peri-
ods ot_time listedbelow providedthere
has been no abuse, neglect,or improp-
er maintenanceofyoursmalloff-reed
enalne.Youremissioncontrol system
incTudbspartssuchas the carburetor
and tte Ignitionsystem.Where a war-
ranta[le conditionexists,Searswillre-
pairy,>ursmelloff-mad engineengine
at no _ostto you.Expenses covered
underwarrantyincludediagnosis,pads
and I_bor. MANUFACTURER'S WAR-
RAN'IY COVERAGE: Ifany emissions
relatedpartonyourengine (as listed
underlEmlssionsControlWarrantyPads
List)Iddefectiveor adefectinthe mate-
rialso_"wodo_anshlpofthe engine
cause,_the failure ofsuchan emission
relate{,_part,the partwill be repairedor
replac_:lby Sears. OWNER'S WAR-
RAN1TYRESPONSIBlUTIES: As the
smallbff-road engineengineowner,
you aperesponsiblefor the performance
ofthe requiredmaintenancelistedin
yourinstructionmanual. Sears recom-
mends that you retainall receiptscover-
ing maintenanceonyoursmall off-road
engine, but Seamscannotdeny warranty
solelyiforthe lackof receiptsor for your
fai ure!to ensurethe performanceof all
scheduledmaintenance.As the small
off-road engine engineowner,you
shouldbe awarethat Sears may deny
you warrantycoverage ifyour smalloff-
road engine engineor a part ofit has
failed due to abuse, neglect,improper
maintenance, unapprovedmodifica-
tions,or the use ofparis notmade or
approvedby the odglnalequipment
manufacturer.You are responsiblefor
presentingyoursmalloff-road engineto
a Sears authorizedrepaircenteras
soonas a problemexists. Warrantyto-
palmShouldbe completedin a reason-
able amount oftime,notto exceed 30
days. Ifyou have any questionsre-
gardlngyourwarrantyrightsand re-
sponsibilities,you shouldcontactyour
nearestauthorizedservicecenter or call
Sears at 1-800-469-4663. WARRAN-
TY COMMENCEMENT DATE: The
warrantyperiod beginson the date the
small off-road engineis purchased.
LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This war-
ranty shall be for apariod of two years
from the Initial date of purchase. WHAT
IS COVERED: REPAIR OR REPLACE-
MENT OF PARTS. Repair or replace-
ment of any warranted part will be per-
formed at no charge to the owner at an
approved Sears Service Center. Ifyou
have any questions regarding your war-
rarity rights and responsibilities, you
should contact your nearest authorized
service center or call Sears at
1-800-469-4663. WARRANTY PE-
RIOD: Any warranted part which is not
scheduled for replacement as required
maintenance, or which is scheduled
only for regular inspection to the effect
of "repair or replace as necessaei' shall
be warranted for 2 years. Any war-
ranted part which is scheduled for re-
placement as required maintenance
shall be warranted for the poriod of time
up to the first scheduled replacement
point for that part. DIAGNOSIS: The
owner shall not be charged for diagnos-
tic labor which leads to the determina-
tion that a warranted part is defective if
the diagnostic work is performed at an
approved Sears Service Center. CON-
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: Sears may
be liable for damages to other engine
components caused by the failure of a
warranted part still under warranty.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED: All failures
caused by abuse, neglect, or improper
maintenance are not covered. ADD-ON
OR MODIRED PARTS: The use of
add-on or modified parts can be
grounds for disallowing a warranty
claim. Sears is not liable to cover fail-
ures of warranted parts caused by the
use of add-on or modified parts. HOW
TO FILE A CLAIM: Ifyou have any
questions regarding your warranty rights
and responsibilities, you should contact
your nearest authorized service center
or call Sears at 1-800-469-4663.
WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SER-
VICE: Warranty services or repairs shall
13

be providedat all Seam ServiceCen-
ters.Call 1-800-469-4663. MAINTE-
NANCE, REPLACEMENT AND RE-
PAIR OF EMISSION RELATED
PARTS: Any Sears approved replace-
ment part usedin the performanceof
any warrantymaintenanceor repair on
emissionrelatedpartswillbe provided
withoutcharge tothe ownerifthe partis
underwarranty, EMISSION CONITROL
WARRANTY PARTS liST:. Carburetor,
IgnitionSystem: SparkPlug (covered
up to maintenanceschedule),Ignition
Module, MufflerincludingcatalysLi
MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: "l'lle
owner isresponsibleforthe perfor,_
mance of all requiredmaintenanceas
definedin the instructionmanual, i
The informationon the productlabel indicatestowhich standardyourengine iscerti_ed,
Example: (Year) EPA Phase I or Phase II and/or CALIFORNIA.
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:
[] Moderate (50 hours)
[] Intermediate (125 hours)
[] Extended (300 hours)
14

REPAIR PARTS
SEARSTRIMMERMODEL358.791520
_\\_\\ _ _ WARNINGm
\\ \ 3---,_'_\\'_ M,=uet mL,st be per-
"_ _" \ -r/'_ \_'% "_ --6 h_'med byquellfled Nr-
I
17
Ref.
1,
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10,
1!.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
Pad No.
53OO57991
530049107
530057582
530015680
530057581
530015820
530038584
530038599
530015152
530059291
530096075
530016014
530016224
530052285
,J_30015966
_30015820
eezc_lo_
AS_/-ThroftleCable
Tdgger
l"lvoftleHag.(Right)
Suew-Throlfte Hag.
ThrottleHag.(Left)
Bolt
Handle-Assist
Clamp- HandleAssist
Wlngnut
Assy-DdveShaftHsg.
Shaft- Rex
Screw
Screw-Alignment
UneUmfter
Screw-Lir_ Umtter
Bolt
Ref.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22,
23.
24,
25.
PartNO.
530071771
530016152
53OO96O67
53O096068
53O096253
530095772
530053241
530401957
71-85930
Oesulptlon
Kit-Shield Assy
(Ind.14-16,18)
Wtngnut
Bracket-Shield
A._y- Gearbox
/_-TNG VICuttingHead
(Incl.22-25)
Assy- Hub
Spdng- Compression
Clip-Retainer-Head
Accy- Spoolw/Line
NotShown
530164359 OperatorManual
530(_9215 Decal- SlartInst.
530047899 Decal- ShaftWarning
15

REPAIR PARTS
SEARSTRIMMERMODEL358.791S20
48
11
,_1= WARNING
All ro_ra, adjustmentsand
malntecmnuanot described
In the Operator'= Manual
mutt be perfoflnod byquail-
fled sondes perlmnnel.
Ret'. Part No.
1. 530015880
2. 530058982
3. 530057863
4. 530015953
5. 952030249
6. 530012541
7. 530071750
8, 530055120
9. 530015162
10. 530071833
11. 530057829
12. 530012542
13. 530071750
14. 530057547
15, 5,30016309
16. 530071750
F. I 530071822 Kit-Carb./CIU-W2,4 38
(Note: Repair kits are not available I 39.
Lfor this ca buretor_ J 40,
530059267 Air Box 41.
530016429 Screw
PartNo,
530057781
539057584
530039223
530038604
530016357
5:_014663
530014662
530016392
530059264
530071356
530027569
530071767
530015810
530016124
53OO57588
5300164,30
530042085
530071786
Dancrlption Ref.
Screw 20,
Bolt-Muffler 21.
Assy-Muffer/Shield 22,
(Incl,2) 23,
Screw-Cylinder 24.
SparkPlug(RCJ6Y) 25.
Cylinder 26.
Seai-Cylinder(kit} 27.
PistonRing 28.
Retainer-PistonPln 29,
Kit-Piston 30,
(Incl.8, 9) 31.
Assy-Crankshah 32,
Assy-Cranitcase 33.
(Incl.44-46) 34.
Seal-CyltCarb.(kit) 35.
Adapter-Ca(o. 36.
Screw 37.
Gasket-Caz'b.(kit) 530027523
530015775
530015828
530054115
Des_lptlon
Foam-Air Rlter
Cover-Air Box
Ignition Module
Coupling-Drive
Screw
ASsy- Le_lwire
Assy-(_ound Wire
Screw
Assy,- Fan Hsg
Kit*Switch
Handle-Starter
Kit -Rope
;crew
Nut
Clip-Spring
Screw
Spring-Starter
Kit- Pulley- Starter
(incl. 27)
Retainer-Pulley
Sc[ew
Washer- Flat
Assy- Flywheel
Ref. PartNo. De4mrlptlon
42. 53007176_ Assy-C'case& C'sha
(Incl.11,12,43)
43. 530015941 Retain.Rlng-C'shaft
44. 530055728 Outer Bearing
45. 530019264 SCal-C'case
46. 530032125 InnerBeadng
47. 530069945 Assy-ConnectingRoc
48. 530071785 F.it-Piston/RodAssy.
(Incl.10&47)
49. 530071750 O-RIng-C'case(kit)
50. 530057954 Assy-Plug(IncL49)
51. 530016386 Screw
52. 530059266 Shroud-Rear
53. 530018431 Retainer-Tank
54. 530058712 Assy-FuelTank(incL
filter,lines&fuelcap)
55. 530014347 Assy-FuaiCap
56. 530069247 Kit-Fuel Line(Smalt)
57 530069216 Kit-FuelLine(Large)
58. 530095646 Asey-Fuel Pickup
59 530071750 Kit-Engine Gasket
(Incl.7,13,16,49)
16

Declaraci6n de Garantfa 17 Almacenaje 28
Reglas de Seguddad 17 Tabla Diagn6stica 29
Montaje 20 Declaraci6n de Emision 30
Uso 21
Mantenimlento 25 Lista de Piezas 15
Serviclo yAjustes 26 Repuesto y Encargos Contratapa
GARANTIA DE UN AITIOCOUPLETO PARA LA _ORTADORA DE LINEA A
GASOLINA WEEDWACKER _DE CRAFTSMAN _
Durante un aSo, a parlir de la fecha de compra, siempre que se ha_a el mantenimi-
ento, la lubdcaci6n y los ajustes a esta Cortadora de Lfnea a Gasokna Weedwacker
de Craftsman segun las instrucciones de uso y mantenimiento en el manual, Sears
reparard cualquier defecto de matedales o de mano de obra gratuitamante.
Esta garantfa excluye la Ifnea de nil6n, la bujfa y el filtro de aire, que son piezas
fungibles que se gastan con el uso normal.
Si se usa esta Cortadora de Ifnea Weedwacker de Craftsman para fines comer-
ciales, esta garantfa tendrd validez por s61a 90 dfas a partir de la fecha de com-
pra. Si se usa esta Cortandor de Ifnea Weedwacker de Craftsman para fines de
alquiler, esta garantfa tendrd validez pot s61a 30 dfas a partir de la fecha de com-
pra. Esta garantfa tendrd validez unicamente mientras se use este producto den-
tro de los Estados Unidos.
SE OBTENDRA SERVICIO BAJO GARANTIA DEVOLVIENDO LA CORTADORA DE LINEA
WEEDWACKER AL TIENDA DE SEARS O CENTRO DE SERVICIO MAS CERCANO EN
LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS.
Esta garantfa confiere derechos legales especfficos al propietario, que tal vez
tenga asimismo otros derechos que vadan entre estados.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
ADVERTENCIA: AI usar cualqui-
er herramienta de fuerza de jardinerfa,
deberdn observarse pracauciones b_i-
cas de se9uirdad en todo momanto para
reducir el nesgo de incendio y graves hed-
das. Lea y cumpla con todas las instruc-
ciones.
iEsta herramienta de fuerza puede ser
_e/igrosa/Cabe al usuario le responsa-
ilidad de cumplir con todas las adver-
tencias e instrucciones, iLea el manual
de instrucciones en su totalidad antes
de usar el aparato! Est8 completamente
familiarizado con los controles y con el
uso correcto del aparato. Limite el uso
de este aparato a aquellas personas
que hayan lefdo y cornprendido, y que
vayan a obedecer, todas las adverten-
cias einstrucciones tanto en el aparato
como en el manual. No permita nunca a
los ni5os que usen este aparato.
MANUAL DE
INSTRUCCIONES INFORMACION
DE SEGURIDAD
DEL APARATO
PELIGRO: Nunca use cuchiUas ni
dispositivos desgranadores. El aparato
fue diseSado para ser usado exclusiva-
mente come cortador a Ifnea. El uso de
cualquier otra pieza o accesorio incre-
mentar,_ el peligro de heridas. Este apara-
to ha sido disehado exclusivamente
como cortador a Ifnea.
@QQ
17

AL ADVERTENCIA: LaIfneadecorte
arroJa obJetos vlolentarnente. Ustes, al
igual qua otras personas, puede quedar
ciego o heddo. Use anteojos de seguri-
dad y protecci6n en las piemes. Manten-
dgatodas las partes del cuerpo alejadas
ela Ifnea girante.
Use anteojosde seguridad
Mantenga alos nifios, los espectadores
yanimales a una distancia mfnima de
15 metros (50 pies). Pare el motor
inmediatamente si alguien se le acerca.
Si acontece alguna situaci6n no prevista
en este manual, tenga cuidado y use
buen critedo. Si necesita ayuda, entre
en contacto con su Centre de Servicio
Sears o Ilame al 1-800-235-5878.
SEGURIDAD DEL USUARIO
•Vistase apropiadamente. Siempra
use anteojos de seguridad o similar
protecci6n para los ojos cuando use
o d_ mantenimlento aeste aparato
(anteojos de seguridad est_n dispo-
nibles). La protecci6n para los ojos
debe ser marcada ANSI Z87.1.
•Slempre utilize mascarilla para la
cara o mascarilla a prueba de polvo
si se va a trabajar en condiciones
donde hay polvo.
•Siempre utilize pantalones pesados
y largos, mangas largas, botas y
guantes. Se recomienda el uso de
pantorrilleras de seguridad.
•Siempre utilize protecci6n para los
pies. No trabaje descalzo ni en
sandalias. Evite la Ifnea girante.
•Mantenga el cabello pot encima de
los hombres, at_ndolo para tal efecto
si es necesario. No use ropa suelta
ni ropa con corbatas, tires, borlas,
etc. que cuelgan libremente. Pueden
enredarse en las piezas en movi-
miento.
• Si estd completament tapado, estar&
m_s protegido de los escombros y
pedazos de plantas t6xicos arroja-
dos por la Ifnea girante.
•Mant_ngase alerta. No haga uso del
aparato estando cansado, enfermo,
trastornado o bajo la influencia del
alcohol, de drogas o de remedios.
Vigile bien Io qua est_ haciendo; use
del sentido com0n.
•Use proteccl6n de ofdos.
•Nunca ponga el aparato en marcha
nl Io deJeen marcha dentro de un
reclntocerrado. Resplrar losvapores
del combustible Io puede matar.
•Mantenga las manijas libresde
aceite yde combustible.
SEGURIDAD DEL APARATO Y EN
EL MANTENIMIENTO
•Desconecte la buJfaantes de hacer
cualquler mantenimlento menoslos
ajustes al carburador.
•Inspeccione el aparato y camble las
piezas daSadas o floJasantes de
cada uso. Repare toda fuga de com-
bustible antes de usarel aparato.
Mantanga el aparato en buenas con-
diciones de uso.
•Cambie todas las plazas del cabezal
que est_n descantilladas, resquebra-
jadas, quebradas odatiadas de cu-
alquier otro modo, antes de usar el
aparato.
•Haga el mantenimlento dal aparato
de acuerdo a losprocedimientosre-
comendados. Mantenga la Ifneade
corte el largo apredlado.
•Use solamente Ifnea de didmetro2
mm (0,080 de pulgada) de la marcha
Craftsman®. Nunca use alambre,
soga, hilo, etc.
•Instale la protectorrequerida antes
de usar su aparato. Usa la bobina
especiflcada. Asegurese que la bobi-
na est_ correctamente Instalada y
estd bien fijo.
•Asegt_resequa el aparato estd cor-
rectamente armado como se mues-
tra en el manual.
•Haga los ajustes al carburadorcon
el cabezal apoyado de mode qua la
Ifnea no pueda tocar nada.
•Mantenga alejadas a las demdsper-
sonas siempre que haga ajustes al
carburador.
•Use exclusivamentelos accesodosy
repuestosCraftsman®recomendados.
•Todoservicio y mantinimientono ex-
plicado en esta manual deber&ser
efectuado porun Centre de ServicIo
Sears.
SEGURIDAD CON EL COMBUSTIBLE
• Mezcle y vierta el combustible al aire
libre.
• Mant_ngalo alejado de las chispas y
de ias llamas.
• Use recipiente aprobado para el
combustible.
• No fume ni permita que se fume cer-
ca del combustible ni del aparato ni
mientras este est_ en uso.
18

•Evitederramarel combustibleo el
aceita. Umpie todoel combustible
derramado.
• Al_jese a por Io menos 3 metros (10
pies) del lugarde abastecimiento
antes de porteren marcha el motor.
•Pare el motory permita qua se enfrfe
el aparato antes de retirarla tapa del
tanque.
•Almac_ne siempra combustibleen
un recipienteaprobado para los
Ifquidos inflamables.
SEGURIDAD AL CORTAR
ADVERTENCIA: Inspeccioneel
drea antesde cada uso.Retirelos obje-
tos (pledras,vidrioroto,clavos,alambre,
etc.) que se puedanenredar en la Ifnea
oque _ta pueda arrojar.Losobjetos
durospuedenda_ar elcabezal y dste
los puedearrojar,causandogravesheri-
das.
•Use el aparatoexclusivamentepara
recortar,paracortarc_spedy pare
barter.No Io use para cortarbordes,
pare podarni para recortarseto.
•Mantenga el equilibrio,con lospies
en una superficieestable. No se ex-
tienda demasiado.
•Mantenga todas las partes del cuer-
po alejadas de la Ifnea girante y del
silenciador. Mantenga el motorpot
debajo del nivel de la cintura. E/si-
lenciador puede causar graves que-
maduras cuando estd caliente.
•Cortesiempre de izquierda a dere-
cha. Si se cortacon la Ifneadel lado
derechodel protector,losescombros
volardnen sentidoopuostoal usuario.
•Use el aparato _nicamente de dfa o
en luz artificialfuerte.
•Utilice el aparato solamente para las
tareas explicadas en este manual.
TRANSPORTE Y ALMACENAMIENTO
•Espere qua el motorse enfrfe yfije
bien el aparato antes de quardarlo o
de transportarloen un vehfculo.
• Vacfe el tanque de combustible antes
de guardarel aparatoo de transpor-
tado. Consuma todoel combustible
restanteen el carburadorponiendoel
motoren marcha ydej_ndolo en mar-
cha hestaque le motorse pare solo.
• Guarde el aparato y el combustible
en un lugar donde los vapores del
combustible no puedan alcanzar
chispas ni llamas provenientes de
los termotanques, los motores o in-
terruptoresel_ctricos,los calefac-
torescentrales, etc.
•Guarde el aparato de modo que el
limitador de Ifnea no pueda causar
hefldas accidentales. Se puede col-
gar el aparato por la caja el eje de
propulsi6n.
•Guarde el aparato fuera del alcance
de los nifios.
AVISO DE SEGURIDAD: El estar ex-
puesto a las vibraciones ab'av_ del
uso prolongado de herramientas de
fuerza a gasolina puede causar dahos a
los vasos sangufneos o a los nervios de
los dedos, las manos y las coyunturas
en aquelles personas que Uenen pro-
pensidad a los trastomos de la circula-
ci6n o alas hinchazones anormales. El
uso prolongado en tiempo frfo ha sido
asociado con daSos a los vasos san-
gufneos de personas que por otra parte
se encuen_'an en perfecto estado de
salud. Si ocurren sfntomas tales como el
entumecimiento, et dolor, la falta de fuer-
za, los cambios en el color o la textura
de la piel o falta de senUdo en los de-
dos, las manos o las coyunturas, deje
de usar esta rr_quina inmediatamente y
procure atenci($n m_dica. Los sistemes
de anti-vibraci6n no garenUzan que se
eviten tales problemas. Los usuarios
_ue hacen uso continuo y prolongando
e las herramientas de fuerza deben
fiscalizar atentamente su estado fi'sico y
el estado del aparato.
AMISO ESPECIAL: Su aparato viene
equipada con silenciador limitador de
temperature y con rejilla antichispa que
cumpla los requisitos de los C6digos de
California 4442 y 4443. Todas las tJerras
forestadas federales, m_s los estados
de Califomia, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota,
Nueva Jersey, Washington y Oreg6n,
requieren por ley que muchos motores
de combusti6n intema est6n equipados
con reji!la antichispa. Si usted el aparato
en un estado y otra Iocalidad donde ex-
isten tales reglamentos, usted tiene la
responsabilidad jurfdica de mantener
estas piezas en correcto estado de fun-
cionamiento. De Io contrario, estar_ en
infracci6n de la ley. Para el uso normal
del due5o de la casa, el silenciador y la
rejilla antichispa no requerir,_n ningLTn
servicio. Despu_s de 50 horas de uso,
recomendamos que al silenciador se le
de sewicio o sea substituido por un
Centre de Servicio Sears.
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CONTENICO DE LA CAJA
Use la slguiente ltsta para veriflcar que
todas la piezas hayan side Inclufdas:
Modelo 358,791520
•Cortadora
•Protector
•Recipiente de Acelte
Examine las piezas para veriflcar que
no haya daSos, No use plezas daSa-
das.
AVISO: Si necesita ayuda, si faltan
piezas o sl hay piezas daSadas, llame
al n0mero 1-800-235-5878.
Esnormalescucharque el flltmde com-
bustiblegolpeteeen el tanque vaofo.
Esnormalencon_arresiduosde aceite
o de gasolinaen el silenciador,debldoa
losajustesal carburadory alas pruebas
efectuadaspor el fabricante.
MONTAJE
ADVERTENCIA: Si recibi6 el
aparato ya armado, repitatodos los
pasos para asegurar que el mlsmo se
encuentre correctamente armado y
que todos los fljadores se encuentren
bien ajustados.
AJUSTE DEL MANGO
_L, ADVERTENCIA: AI ajustar la
mango auxillar, asegOrese qua _ste se
mantenga sobre la etiqueta de seguri-
dad y debajo la marca o la flecha en el
eje.
1. Afloje la tuerca mariposa en el
mango.
2. Gire el mango en posici6n vertical.
Vuelva a apretar la tuerca maripo-
sa firmemente.
INSTALACION DE LA PROTECTOR
_L'ADVERTENCIA: El protector
deberd ser tnstaladocorrectamente. El
protectorprovee protecci6n parcial
contra el rlesgo de los objetos arroja-
dos hacia el usuario y otras personas
y viene equipaclocon un cuchillalimi-
tadora de Ifnea que corta el exceso de
Ifnea. El cuchilla limitadora de I|nea
(en la parte inferiordel protector)es
filoso y puede cortar. Para conseguirla
orlentac_6napropladapara el protector,
vea la ilustreci6nCONOZCASUAPARATO
que se encuentraen la secci6nde U80.
1. Remueva latuerca madposade la
protector.
2. Introduzca el soporte dentro de la
ranura como se muestra.
3. Haga girar la protector hasta que el
tomillo pase a travds del hueco en
el soporte.
4. Aprlete firmemente la tuerca mari-
posa en el tornillo.
Tuerca Mariposa
_. Soporte
PIVOTE engranales
Protector
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