Craftsman WEEDWACKER 358.798441 User manual

iMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
S _AUk S
Operator's
Manual
Model No.
358.798441
ASSISTANCE
_ WARNING:
READTHE OPERATOR'S
MANUAL AND FOLLOW
ALL WARNINGS AND
SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURETO DO SO CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY.
Always Wear Eye Protection
CRAFTSMAN®
cc/1.3 cu. in. 2-CYCLE ENGINE
17" Semi-Automatic Head
GAS WEEDWACKER ®
•Assembly
•Operation
-Customer Responsibilities
•Service and Adjustments
•Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
530-083680-1-03/16/95

SAFETY RULES
I& AUTION; ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CON-/
TACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, JADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS.
OPERATOR SAFETY " Do notsmokeor allowsmokingnear fuel or the unitor
•Always wear safety eye protection
•Always wear long pants, long sleeves, boots and
gloves_ Wearing safety leg guards is recommended.
Do not go barefoot or wear sandals, short pants, short
sleeves_ Being fully covered helps to protect you from
pieces of toxic plants thrown by the cutting head_
• Secure hair so it is above shoulder length. Secure
loose clothing, jewelry, or clothing with loosely hang-
ing ties, straps, tassels, etc.; they can be caught in
moving parts_
• Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication
• Wear hearing protection if you use this unit for more
than 1-1/2 hours per day.
• Never start or runthe engine inside a closed room or
building Breathing exhaust fumes can kill
Keep handles free of oil and fuel
• If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgement
UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before
each use. Look for and repair fuel leaks before use
Keep the unit in good working condition.
•Use only 080" diameter monofilament line Never use
wire, rope, string, etc.
Keep the cutting line at the proper length
Make sure the unit is maintained and assembled cor-
rectly as listed in this manual
Install the required shield properly before using the
unit
Use only the specified trimmer head.
• Make carburetor adjustments with the lower end sup-
ported to prevent the trimmer line from contacting any
object Hold unit by hand.
• Keep others away when making carburetor adjust-
ments
•Use only good quality SEARS accessories as recom-
mended for this unit
FUEL SAFETY
whileusing the unit
.Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine_
Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site
before starting engine,
oStop engine and allow unit to cool before removing
fuel cap
CUTTING SAFETY
Inspectthe area to be cut before each use. Remove
objects (rocks,broken glass, nails, wire, string,etc)
which can be thrown or become entangled in tire
semi-automatic line head
=Keep others including children, animals, bystanders
and helpers at least 50 feet (15 meters) away Stop
the engine immediately ifyou are approached.
o Always keeptheengine onthe right-hand sideof your
body
oHoldthe unitfirmly with bothhands_
•Keep firm footing and balance Do not over-reach
•Keep thesemi=automatic line head belowwaist level,
o Do not raisethe engine above your waist
•Keep all partsofyour bodyaway from semi-automatic
line head and mufflerwhen engine is running,
• Cut from your rightto yourleft
°Use onlyfor jobsexplainedin this manual
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
•Stop theunitbefore transporting
• Allow the engine to coo!, and secure ttle unit before
storing or transporting in a vehicle
• Empty the fuel tankbefore storing or transporting the
unit Use up any fuel left in the carburetor by starting
the engine and letting the engine run until it stops
Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors can-
not reach sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc_
•Mix and pour fuel outdoors Store unitso the line limiter cannot accidentally cause
•Keep away from sparks or flames injury
•Use a container approved for fuel •Store the unit out of the reach of children
SAFETY NOTICE
Exposuretovibrationsthroughprolongeduse ofgasolinepoweredhandunitscouldcausebloodvesselor nervedamageinthe
fingers,hands,andjointsofpeopleproneto circulationdisordersor abnormalswellings.Prolongeduseincold weatherhasbeen
linkedtobloodvesseldamagein otherwisehealthypeople,tfsymptomsoccur suchasnumbness,pain,loss of strength,change
inskin color or texture,or loss of feelinginthe fingers,handsor joints,discontinuetheuseof this unit and seek medicalatten-
tion.An anti-vibrationsystemdoes notguaranteethe avoidanceoftheseproblemsUserswhooperatepowertools on a continu-
al and regularbasismustmonitor closelytheirphysicalconditionand theconditionofthis unit.
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
IT MEANS -- A'n'ENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
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SAFETY RULES
DANGER
THIS POWER UNIT CAN BE DANGEROUS! THIS UNIT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR
BLINDNESS TOTHE OPERATOR AND OTHERS. THE WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN
THIS MANUAL MUST BE FOLLOWED TO PROVIDE REASONABLE SAFETY AND EFFICIENCY IN
USING THIS UNIT. THE OPERATOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR FOLLOWING THE WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT. READ THE ENTIRE OPERATOR'S MANUAL
BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND USING THE UNIT! RESTRICT THE USE OF THIS POWER UNIT TO
PERSONS WHO READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN
THIS MANUAL AND ONTHE UNriP.NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO USE THIS TOOL.
THIS UNIT IS DESIGNED FOR LINE
TRIMMER USE ONLY, NEVER USE ANY
OTHER CUTTING ATTACHMENT WITH
THIS UNIT. BLADES AND HEADS
WITH FLAILING DEVICES CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY. 000
WARNING
TRIMMER LINE CAN THROW OBJECTS
VIOLENTLY. YOU CAN BE BLINDED
OR INJURED. WEAR EYE AND LEG
PROTECTION.
PROTECTION
IIII
BOOTS LEG GUARDS
HAZARD ZONE FOR THROWN OBJECTS.
TRIMMER LINE CAN THROW OBJECTS
VIOLENTLY. OTHERS CAN BE BLINDED
OR INJURED_ KEEP PEOPLE AND ANI-
MALS 50 FEET (15 METERS)AWAY.
HAZARD ZOE_
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL. FOLLOW
ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of aSears
Craftsman Gas Weedwacker. It has been designed,engi-
neered and manufacturedto give you the best possible
dependabilityand performance.
Should you experience any problems you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Cen-
terJDepartment, Sears has competent, well trained techni-
cians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit..
Please read and retain this manual. The instructionswill
enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly.
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES/'
MODEL NUMBER: 358°798441
DATE CODE/SERIAL NO.:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER WILL BE FOUND
ON THE PRODUCT
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER
AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement'is available on this prod-
uct Contact your nearest Sears Store for details
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Read and observe the safety rules_
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for, and
using your unit
Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibili-
ties" and "Storage" sections of this Operator's Manual.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
CUTTING PATH .................. 17"
TRIMMER LINE ....................080" Diameter
SEMI-AUTOMATIC
HEAD ROTATION...............Counterclockwise
(for operator)
ENGINE................................21cc, 2..cycleAir Cooled
FUEL!OIL MIX RATIO...... 40:t (3.2 ez. oil per gallon
gas)
IGNITION.....................................Solid State
(air gap .010" to .014")
IGNITION TIMING .................Non-adjustable, Fixed
SPARK PLUG ..........................Champion (RCJ-aY)
SPARK PLUG GAP ................025" (6rnm)
ENGINE RPM..........................8,000 RPM Max
SPECIAL NOTICE
ForusersonU.S ForestLandandin somestates, including
California (Public ResourcesCodes4442 and4443), Idaho,
Maine.Minnesota_NewJersey,Oregon,and Washington:
Certain internalcombustionenginesoperated on forest.
brush, and/orgrass-coveredlandsin theabove areas are
requiredtobe equippedwitha sparkarrestor,maintained in
effectiveworkingorder,ortheenginemust be constructed,
equipped,andmaintainedfor thepreventionof fire. Check
withyourstateor localauthoritiesfor regulationspertaining
totheserequirementsFailuretofollow theserequirements
isaviolationofthelaw Thisunitisnotfactory-equippedwith
asparkarrestor;however,a sparkarrestorisavailableasan
optionalpart Ifasparkarrestorisrequiredinyourarea, con-
tactyourSEARSServiceCenter/Departmentfor thecorrect
kit.
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5 345 684.5 343 631; 6 376 968; 6269 663; 6 020,223:4 940 026; 4 897 923; 4852 258:
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4236.3t 2; 4,177561; 4,172.322: 4.167,812; 4.162.675; 4.161,820; 4 122 653; 4,104,797:
Re 33.266:C3_4 088; O334C51; 0304 196; C276 160 Olhet USand foreign patents
pendln6
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GAS-POWERED
WEEDWACKER ®LINE TRIMMER
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Gas-Powered Weedwacker_LineTrimmer is maintairled
lubricated and tuned-up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the operator's manual, Sears will
repair, free of charge, any defect in materials or workmanship.
This warrantyexcludes nylon line, spark plug, and air filter, whichare expendable parts and become worn during nor-
mal use.
If this Weedwacker_ Line Trimmerisused for commemia! purposes, thiswarrantyapplies for only 90 days from the date
of purchase. Ifthis Weedwacker_LineTrimmerisusedfor rentalpurposes,thiswarrantyappliesfor only 30 days from
date of purchase.This warranty appliesonlywhilethisproductis in usein the UnitedStates.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE WEEDWACKER®LINE TRIMMER TO THE NEARES"
SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may also haveother rightswhichvary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., DI817WA,HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
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CARTON CONTENTS
i i
Hardwareshownfull size
14)Plastic Debris Shield Screws (1) Flat Washer (1) Grass Washer
Parts bag contents not shown full size
Long HexKey Short Hex Key
Parts packed separately in carton
1_,3¸- :=
Operator's Manual ©
Semi-automatic Head Plastic Debris Shield Engine Oil
ASSEMBLY
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
•Torque Wrench (optional)- Reference torque valuesare
provided throughout this manual for tightening hard-
ware,,
•Long Hex Key
• Short Hex Key
• Adjustable wrench or large pliers
• Phillips Screwdriver
•After removing the contents from the carton, check
parts against the Carton Contents list
• Examine the parts for damage. Do not use damaged
parts.
•Notify Customer Assistance at 1-800-235-5878 imme-
diately if a part is missing or damaged,
NOTE: It is normal to hear the fuel filter rattle in an empty
fuel tank,
TO REMOVE WEEDWACKER
FROM CARTON
•Remove loose partsbag included withWesdwacker,
•Remove yourWeedwackerfrom thepackingmaterial
•You may use the opened packing material as a work
surface
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Rules ..............................................................................................2 Customer' Responsibilities ....................................................14
Product Specifications .........................................................................4 Service and Adjustments ...............................................................17
Warranty ................................................................................................4 Storage ......................................................................................20
Accessories ...............................................................................................6 TroubleShooting.....................................................................................21
Assembly ...............................................................................................7 Repair Parts.................................................................................22
Operation .....................................................................................................8 Repair Parts Ordering/Service .................................Back Cover
iNDEX
A
Accessories..............................................................................................6
Adjustments
Assist Handle ................................................................. 7
Carburetor ..............................................................................17
Air Filter ....................................................................................................15
Assembly .......................................................................................................6
Assist Handle ...................................................................................................7
C
Carburetor Adjustments .......................................................................19
Carton Contents .........................................................................................5
Controls ..........................................................................................9
Customer Responsibilities ..................:..........................................14
Spark Plug .....................................................................................................4
Cutting Techniques ...............................................................11
D
Debris Shield ...........................................................................................7
Drive Shaft Lubrication...............................................................14
E
Engine
Fuel/Oil .........................................................................................12
Spark Plug......................................................................................4
Starting ..............................................................................................13
Storage ............................................................................................20
F
Fueling ......................................................................................................12
Fuel Filter ..................................................................................................16
K
KnowYourWeedwacker ............................................................8
L
Line Advancement .................................................................9
Line Replacement....................................................................................17
M
Maintenance Schedule ...........................................:................14
Model Number ...............................................................................4
O
Operation ......................................................................................8
Ordering Repair Parts ..................................................Back Cover
R
Repair Parts....................................................................................22
Ordering ................................................................................Back Cover
S
Service and Adjustments .......................................................17
Spark Arrestor Screen...................................................................15
Specifications..............................................................................................4
Starting .......................................................................................13
Storage .............................................................................................20
T
Trouble Shooting...................................................................................21
W
Warranty................................................................................................4
ACCESSORIES
These accessories and attachments were available when the unitwas originally purchased, They are also available at
most Sears retail outlets and service center& Most Sears stores can order these items foryou when you provide the model
number of your unit
Accessories
SAFETY
GOGGLES HEARING PROTECTION SEMI-
AUTOMATIC
LINE HEAD
©SPOOL
WITH UNE
I
SPARK I
BULK AIR
LINE PLUG FILTER
.080"
80 FT.
200 FT.
400 FTo
GAS
CAN SEARS 2*CYCLE
ENGINE OIL
P_
3.2oz.I
40:1 I
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ASSEMBLY
HOW TO ASSEMBLE YOUR
WEEDWACKER
i_ WARNING:
IF THIS UNIT IS RECEIVED ASSEMBLED,
REVIEW ALL STEPS IN THIS ASSEMBLY
SECTION FOR PROPER ADJUSTMENT
AND CORRECT ASSEMBLY.
WHEN ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE
FOR COMFORT, BE SURE THAT THE
ASSIST HANDLE REMAINS BETWEEN
THE TRIGGER HOUSING AND THE SAFE-
TY LABEL.
ASSIST HANDLE ASSEMBLY (Fig. 1)
NOTE: For pre-assembled units, simply loosen assist
handle knob and rotate assist handle to the operating
position, being sure to align between safety label and
throttte trigger housing
•Rotate assist handle from left to right to tilt the angle of
the semi-automatic head when cutting a large, sloped
area such as a ditch bank
Tighten T-handle securely
r
Figure 1
INSTALLING THE PLASTIC DEBRIS SHIELD
(Fig. 2)
i_ WARNING:
THE LINE LIMITER IS SHARP AND CAN
CUT YOU. BE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES
WHILE WORKING WITH THE PLASTIC
DEBRIS SHIELD OR LINE LIMITER.
THE PLASTIC DEBRIS SHIELD MUST BE
PROPERLY INSTALLED FOR ALL LINE
TRIMMER USAGE. THE DEBRIS SHIELD
PROVIDES PARTIAL PROTECTION FROM
THE RISK OFTHROWN OBJECTSTOTHE
OPERATOR AND OTHERS.
WHEN INSTALLED CORRECTLY, THE
PLASTIC DEBRIS SHIELD WILL BE IN
PROPER ALIGNMENT. FAILURE TO IN-
STALL THE DEBRIS SHIELD IN POSITION
SHOWN IN ILLUSTRATIONCAN RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURYTO THE OPERATOR.
WHEN ADJUSTING THE ASSIST HANDLE
FOR COMFORT, BE SURE THAT THE
ASSIST HANDLE REMAINS BETWEEN
THE TRIGGER HOUSING AND 'THE SAFE-
TY LABEL.
Remove the packing cover from the arbor shaft if so
equipped
• Remove fhe dust cup from the arbor shaft (ref Fig, 2)°
•Place plastic debris shield under the gear box and align
screw holes. Make sure the widest part of the plastic
debris shield is pointing toward the engine.
• insert the four shield screws through the gear box into
the plastic debris shield,
•Tighten screws evenly and securely using the long hex
key provided
GEAR BOX
HOUSING
PLASTIC
DEBRIS SHIELD
DUST CUP
REMOVEDFOR
INSTALLATION)
I ARBOR SHAFT
Figure 2
SEMI-AUTOMATIC HEAD ASSEMBLY (Fig. 3)
Ensure the plastic debris shield isin place and securao.
• install dust cup over the arbor shall
Align the hole in the dust cup with the hole in the cen-
ter front of the gear box by turning the dust cup.
• Install the grass washer over the arbor shaft.Make sure
the grass washer is against and curved overthe dust cup.
• Install the flat washer over the arbor shaft.
• Start threading the semi-automatic head onto the arbor
shaft (counterclockwise)
•Insert the short hex key (provided) into the aligned
holes to keep the arbor shaft from turning
• Tighten the semi-automatic head while holding the
short hex key.
Remove the short hex key
GEARBOX
WIDEST PART
OF SHIELD
UNE
LIMITER"
TRIMMER
HEAD
DIRECTION
TO INSTALL
Figure 3
CHECK LIST
• Check all fasteners, make sure they are tightand there
are no loose parts.
• Check to make sure the throttle cable ispositioned cor-
rectly,
• With the unit hetd in the operating position, adjust the
assist handle up or down the tube for best comfort and
balance before first use
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR WEEDWACKER (Fig. 4)
READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR WEEDWACKER Compare
the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourseff with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this
manual for future reference,
MUFFLER
AND GUARD
SERIAL NO/
DATE CODE DECAL
THROTTLE /
GRIP
ASSIST
HANDLE
SAFETY
LABEL
SPARK PLUG
MOMENTARY
SWITCH
STARTER
ROPE
HANDLE
THROTTLE
TRIGGER
PRIMER BULB
CHOKE LEVER
FUEL
CAP
R FILTER COVER
STARTING
INSTRUCTIONS
DEBRIS SHIELD /
LINE
LIMrfER
SEMI-AUTOMATIC
HEAD
Figure4
The MOMENTARY SWITCH is used to stop the engine.
The STARTER ROPE HANDLE is used for starting the
engine,
The PRIMER BULB circulates fuel to the carburetor.
The ASSIST HANDLE aids in the controlofthe unit.
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The CHOKE LEVER activates the choke to provide addi-
tional fuel to the engine when starting a cold engine.
The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine speed.
The SEMI-AUTOMATIC HEAD contains spool of line
which advances when head is tapped on the ground,
The LINE LIMITER cuts trimmer line automatically to the
correct length

OPERATION
HOW TO USE YOUR WEEDWACKER
STOPPING YOUR ENGINE
•Move the momentary switch to theOFF position_Do not
release until the engine has completely stopped,
• Ifthe engine does not stop. move the choke lever to the
full choke.
CONTROLS (Fig. 5, 6 & 7)
THROTTLE TRIGGER
•The throttle trigger allows for variable control of
engine speed.
•The throttle trigger is actuated by the index finger on
your right hand,
CHOKE
• The choke isset by moving the choke lever up fully for
cold or refueled engine starts
PRIMER BULB
•The primer bulb isused to circulate fuel to the carbu-
retor.
• The pdmer bulb is activated by pressing on it with your
thumb.
CHOKE POSITIONS THRO3-rLE TRIGGER
'l \ _'_ _ ASSIST
LABEL
T-HANDLE
Figure 6
TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE
Your Weedwacker is equipped with asemi-automatic
trimmer head, The most efficient line length is the
maximum length allowed by the line limiter_
TO ADVANCE THE LINE:
• Operate the engine at full throttle,
• Hold the semi-automatic head parallel to and above
a grassy area
• Tap the bottom of the semi-automatic head lightly
on the ground one time. Approximately 2 inches of
line will be advanced with each tap.
I
TO ADVANCE
LINE, TAP BOTi'OM
OF SEMI.AUTO-
MATIC HEAD ON
GROUND ONE TIME
UNE LIMITER
Figure 7
Figure 5
ASSIST HANDLE
The assist handle is used to aid in the control of the
unit, as well as a barrier between the operator and the
cutting head.
TO ADJUST THE ASSIST HANDLE FOR BALANCE
AND CONTROL:
•Turn off the engine before adjusting assist handle.
•Adjust the assist handle by slightty unthreading the
assist handle screws and rotating the assist handle
forward or backward. Ensure the mounting brackets
remain between the arrows on the assist handte
•Tighten the assist handle screws before starting the
engine,
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OPERATION SAFETY
LINE TRIMMER SAFETY
WARNING:
THE RAPIDLY MOVING LINE CAUSES OBJECTSTO BE
THROWN VIOLENTLY. THE DEBRIS SHIELD WILL NOT
PROVIDECOMPLETEPROTECTIONTO THE OPERATOR FACE
OR OTHERS. THE OPERATOR MUST WEAR A SAFETY SHIELD
FACE SHIELD OR GOGGLES. ALWAYS WEAR HEAVY,
LONG PANTSAND BOOTS.KEEPOTHERS AT LEAST50
FEET (15 METERS)AWAY.
THIS UNIT'WILL THROW OBJECTSAND CUT. KEEPOTHERS
INCLUDING CHILDREN, ANIMALS, BYSTANDERS AND
HELPERSAT LEAST50 FEET(15 METERS)AWAYFROMTHE
OPERATOR AND UNIT. STOP THE ENGINE IF YOU ARE
APPROACHED.IN AREASWHERE OTHER PEOPLEAND ANI-
MALSARE PRESENT,SUCHAS NEARSIDEWALKS,STREETS,
HOUSES, ETC. IT IS STRONGLYRECOMMENDEDTHAT THE
OPERATORUSETHEBUDDYSYSTEM;THAT IS, HAVEANOTH-
ER PERSON SERVE AS A "LOOK-OUT," KEEPINGHIMSELF
AND OTHERS AT LEAST50 FEET (15 METERS)AWAYFROM
THE OPERATOR_
SEMI-AUTOMATIC LINE HEAD PARTS THAT ARE CHIPPED,
CRACKEDORDAMAGEDIN ANY OTHERWAY CANFLY APARTAND
CAUSESERIOUSINJURY.DONOT USE.REPLACEDAMAGEDPARTS
BEFOREUSINGTHE UNIT.
SEMI-AUTOMATIC HEAD
©
USE ONLY GOOD QUALITY
REPLACEMENT PARTS
OPERATOR SAFETY
•Always wear eye protection when operating, Servicing,
or performing maintenance on your unit. Refer to
"Accessories?
o Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication..
• Always wear heavy, long pants, long sleeves, boots,
and gloves Do not go barefoot or wear sandals, short
pants Loose clothing, jewelry or clothing with loosely
hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc. can be caught in
moving parts. Secure flair so it is above shoulder
length_Being tully covered will help protect you from
pieces of toxicplants such as poison ivy thrown by the
semi-automatic head, which could be more of a hazard
than touchingthe plantitself.
•Do not swing the unit with such force that you are in
danger of losing your'balance
•Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or
building. Breathingexhaust fumes car]kill
•Keep handles free of oiland fuel
CU'I-rlNG SAFETY
Inspect the area to be cut before each use Remove
objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.)
which can be thrown or become entangled in the semi-
automatic line head
°Always keep the engine on the rightside of your body.
• Hold the unit firmly with both hands
Keep firm footing and balance Do not over-react]
• Keep the semi-automatic line head below waist level
• Do not raisethe engine above your waist.
- Keep all parts of your body away from the semi-auto-
matic line head and muffler when engine is running
° Use only for jobs explained in this manual
•Cut at full throttle.
•Cut from your right to your left
UNIT SAFETY
•Inspectthe entire unitbefore each use Replace dam-
aged parts. Check for fuel leaks and make sure all fas-
teners are in place and securely fastened..
•Use only .080" diameter good quality monofilament
lineoNever use wire, rope, or string, etc.
•Besure the debris shield is properlyattached
•Make sure semi-automatic line head is properly
installedand securelyfastened Refer to "Assembly_"
•Make carburetor adjustments with the drive shaft
housingsupported to prevent the semi-automatic line
head from contactingany object
•Keepothersaway whenmaking carburetoradjustments
•Use only good quality SEARS accessories or attach-
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