358.795100 A A 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 pro, Mon.-Sat., or 10 am-7 pro, Sun. 1-800-235-5878 (Hoursare33me) listedCentral Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA 53006T/66 2/25100 g0 e 0 g g Warranty Statement 2 Storage 10 Safety Rules 2 Troubleshooting Chart 12 Assembly 4 Emissions Statement 12 Operation 5 Parts List 14 Maintenance 8 Spanish 17 Service & Adjusl_nents 9 Parts and Ordering Back 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 Line Trimmer is maintained, 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 warranty excludes nylon line, spark plug, and air filter, which are expendable parts and become wom during normal use. If this Weedwacker line trimmer is used for commercial purposes, this warranty applies 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 fiom the date of purchase. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE WEEDWACKER UNE TRIMMER TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other tights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co:, D/817 WA Hoffman Eetatee, IL 60179 WARNING: When using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions. This power unit can be dangerous# Op erater 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 cori'm_ls 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 warnings on the unit and in the manual. Nev er allow children to operate this unit. Safety inforrnation on the un____ _ DANGER: Never use blades or flailing devices. This unit is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other accessories or attachments will increase the risk of injury. @QQ WARNING: Trimmer line throws objects violently. You and others can be blinded/injured. Wear eye and leg protection. Keep body parts clear of rotating line. Keep children, bystanders, and animals 50 feet (15 meters) away. If approached stop unit immediately. OPERATOR SAFETY • Stop engine and allow to cool before • Always wear safety eye protection. removing fuel cap. • Always wear long pants, long cu'n'ING SAFETY sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards is recommended. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals. Being fully covered helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning line. 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. • Do not operate when you are tired, ill, upset, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. • Wear hearing protection. • Never start or run inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. • Keep handles free from oil and fuel. UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY • Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except carburetor adjustments. • Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before each use. Look for and repair fuel leaks before use. Keep in good working condition. • Replace trimmer head parts that are chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way before using the unit. • Make sure unit is assembled correctly as shown in this manual. • Make carburetor adjustments with lower end supported to prevent line from contacting any object. • Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. • Use only recommended Craftsman accessories and replacement parts. FUEL SAFETY • Mix and pour feel outdoors. • Keep away from sparks or flames. • Use a container approved for fuel. • Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit. • Wipe up all feel spills. • Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before starting engine. • Use only for trimming, scalping, mowing, edging, and sweeping. Do not use for pruning or hedge trimming. • Inspect the area before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown by or become entangled in line. Hard objects can damage the trimmer head and be thrown causing serious injury. • Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. • Keep all parts of your body away from muffler and spinning line. Keep engine below waist level. A hot mu...