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IMP ORTANT MANUAL
)
Operator's
Manual
Model No.
358.799030
(i0" Cutting Path)
358.799040
(13" Cutting Path)
Ak WARNING:.
Read the Operator's Manu_ and
Follow All Warnings and Safety
Instructions. Failure To Do So
Can Result in Serious I_ur_
Do Not Throw Away
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
8_/ /CRR FTSMnNo
ELECTRIC TRIMMER
DOUBLE I_SULATED
• Assembly • Maintenance
• Operation • Repair Parts
So!d by Sears, Roebuck and C0., ,Chicag0, IU. 60684 USA
530468416-1-10/08]91 t Sears, Roebuck and Co. 1991
ONE YEAR _D WARRANTY ON CRA__rSMAN WE_DWACKER®
For.0he Year.from da.teof.pu.rchase,when thisElectricLine Trimmer ismaintained and used accordingt_t_heoperatingand
mam_p.ance _n_nmuons -,nthe operator s manual, Sears willrepairfreeofcharge any defectin materialor workmanship.
This warranty exc|udes nylon llaeor any other parts which are expendable partsand become worn during normal use.
Ifthis ElectricLine Trimmer _ used forcommercialor rentalpurpose, thiswarrantydoes not apply,
WARRANTY SERVICE tS AVAIL&BLE BY RET_RNING _E UNFf TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVI_ CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN
THE UNITED STATES This warrantyappliesonlywhile_is productisin use intheUnitedS_te_.
This warrantygivesyou specificlegalrights,and you may a/sohave otherrightswhichvaryfrom steretostate.
SEARS.ROEBUCKANDCO. DEPT-D/T31CR-W SEAP_TOWER CHICAGO,1L 60_,4
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 3
KNOWYOUR UNIT ........................ ,. 5
As Introduction .......................... 5
B. Unpacldng Instructions ................. 5
C. Carton Contents ..... , ................. 5
D. DoubleInsulationConstruction.......... 5
ASSEMBLY ...............................6
A. Tube Assembly .................._..... 6
B. AssistHandleAttachment 6
C. Pre-OperationChecks .................. 7
D. ExtensionCord Attachment ............. 7
E. OperatingPosition.....................7
USING YOUR UNIT .........................8
A. LineTrimmer Safety ...................8
B. OperatingInstructions..................8
C. Trimmer LineAdvance .................8
D. CuttingMethods. ......................9
E. LineReplacement......................10
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ..............o..II
A. MaintenanceSafety....................11
B. TroubleShootingChart .................11
ACCESSORIES ............................11
PARTS AND SERVICE ..............Back Cover
Recessed
Plug
SPECIFICATIONS
Cord TrA'gger
Retainer Switch
MODEL:
VOLTAGE:
AMPS:
CUTTING PATH: 10"
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CUTTING LINE: .065"Die.lhe
LINE FEED: I Semi-Automatic
WEIGH_. 4.0Pounds
MA_'n_T^OIWJREDt_'i)ER'ONE OR MOREOr THE FOLLOWINGU_. pA_
Assist Handle
AirVents
\
• _ ¸Line
Limiter
Motor
Housing"
WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
_e Additional Safety LustructiOns throughout this Manual)
WARNING - THIS POWER UNITCANBE DANGEROUSI This unit canca,useserious injury or
blindnesstotheoperRtorandothers.When usingan electrictrimmer,thesebasicsafetyprecautionsmastbefollowedto
reducetheriskofinjury,fire,and electricshock.Fad:lureto foi_owailinstructionscanresultinblindnessorotherserious
injury.The operatorisresponsibleforfoUowingthewarningsand instractiansinthismanualandon theunit.Read the
entire Operator's Manual before assembling and using this unit! Restrict the use of this unit to persons
who read, understand, and follow the warnings and instruetions in this manual and on the unit.
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A
DANGER
NEVER USE BLADES WITH
THIS UNIT.
- THE BLADE CA1V COME OFFAND
SERIOUSLY HURT YOU AND
OTIIERS.
- THIS UNITIS DESIGNED FOR LINE
_R USE ONLY
_e
Protection
Boots
_'A WARN_qG
_iie_s I TRIMMER LINE CAN THROW
q[i B ommcTswor rLy.
',' - YOU CAN BE BLINDED OR
k
Foot
20 meter)
/ Hazard 7,one
A WARNING
HAZARD ZONE FOR THROWN
OBJECTS
- TRIMMER LINE CAN THROW OBJECTS
VIOLENTLY.
- OTHERS CAN BE BLINDED OR
INJURED.
- KEEP PEOPLE AND ANIMALS 30 FEET
(10 METERS) AWAY.
Operator's
Manual
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A WARNING
READ OPEP.ATOR'S MANUAL.
- FOLLOWALL WARNINGSAND
INSTRUCTIONS'
- FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJUR_
WAR ' G S AND
A OPERATOR SAFETY
1. DRESS PROPERLY--MwRys wea¢ eye protection.
Always wear heavy, long pants, boots, and gloves.
Wearing safety leg guards is recommended. See
"Accessories." Do not go baxefoot or wear sandals,
short pants,jewelry, loose clothing, or clothingwith
loosely hanging strops, .ties, tassels, etc.. Secure
hair so it is above shoulder length. Being fully cov-
ered will help protect you from pieces of toxic
plants such as poison ivy thrown by the .trimmer
head which could be more ofa h_azard than touching
the plant itself.
2. STAY ALEI_--Do not o [Orate this unit when you
axe tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication.
3. AVOID UI_INTENTIONAL STARTING OF THE
UNIT--Avoid tmintentiona! starting of the, unit.
Be sure the trigger is in the "OFF position and
keepyourhand and fingersaway from thetrigger
whileconnectingthe unittoan extensioncordor
wfiencarryinga unitconnectedtoa powersource.
4. Restrictthe use ofthisunittopersonswho read,
understand,and followthewarningsand instruc-
tionsinthismanual and on t.hetrait.
It ELECTRICAL SAFETY
I. Use onlya 120 A.C.voltagesupplyasshown on the
name plate ofthe unit.
2. Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in thepres-
ence of flammable liquids or gases to avoid creating
a fire or explosion and/or causing damage to unit.
3. WARNING--TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC-
TRICAL SHOCK--Do not use in damp orwet 10ca-
tions or around swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do
.notexposetosnow,rain,orwatertoavoidthepos-
sibilityofelectricalshock.
4. WARNING_Use extension cords specifically
marked assuitableforoutdoorapplianceshaving
electricalratingnotlessthantheratingoftheunit.
An undersizedextensioncordwillcausea dropin
Linevoltage resulting in luss of power and overheat-
ing. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
(NOTE: Figure 4 shows the corre_ size to beused
dependingon thecordlength).
5, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR UNIT_Inspect
theinsulationand connectorson theunitand ex.
tensioncordbeforeeachuse. Ifthereisany dam-
age,do notuseuntildamage iSrepaired byqualified
service personnel
6. Never carry theunitby theextensioncordoryank
theextensioncord todisconnecttheunit.
7. To reducethepossibilityoftheextensioncordd!s-
connectingfromtheunitduringoperation,slipthe
extensioncordbehindtheTab ontheCord Retain-
erasshown inFigure5. Plugtheextensioncord
intotherecessedplugon theImndle.Figure5.
8. Do notusethe unitifthe switchdoesnotturn_he
unitonand offproperl$Repairstotheswitchmust
be made by qu_,f_edservicepersonnel
9. Keep theextehsionCordclearofoperatorand ob-
staclesatolltimes.Do notexposecordstoheat,oil,
water,orsharpedges.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....(,Continued)
10.Avoid anybodycontactwithanygroundedconduc-
tor,sucha metalpipesorwirefences,toavoid the
possibilityofelectricshock.
A UNIT SAFETY
1. Inspect entireunitbefore each we. Replace daxa-
aged par_. Make sure all fasteners are in place and
securely fastened,
£.Replace trimmer head parts that aze cracked,
chipped, or d_d before using the unit. _.
3. Use only .0_5 diameter SEARS Lazer Line _.
Never use wire, rope, string etc.
4. Use only the specified trimmer head. Make sure
the trimmer head isproperly installed and securely
fastened. Refer to _Assem@bly.
6. Use onlygenuineSEARS accessoriesas recom-
mended forthisunit,
ii CUTTING SAFETY
L inspect theareatobe catbeforeeachuse.Remove
objects(rocks,brokenglass,nails,wire,string,ere.)
whichcan be thrown orbecome entangledinthe
trimmerhead.._lwayscuttothe.leftsideoftheunit
so thatclippingsand debriswillbe thrown away
fromyou.
2. KEEPCHILDRENAWAY--Keep others including
children,animals,bystandersand helpersoutside
the60foot(20meter)HazardZone.Stoplheunit
immediatelyifyou areapproached.
3. Stop the unitand disconnectthe power source
when notinuse.
4. DO NOT OVERREACH OR STAND ON UNSTA-
BLE SUPPOK'f--Keep firmfootingand balance.
Do notover-reach.
5. Keepthetrimmerhead belowwaistlevel.
6. Do notraisetheunitabovey_ourwaist.The trim-
mer headcancome dangerouslyclosetoyourbody.
7. Keep allpartsofyour body away from trimmer
head when unit is running.
8. USE UNIT PROPERLY--Use 0nly forjobsex-
pJainedinthismamml. Do notforcetheunit.This
unitisnotdesignedforedging.
A MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. Maintain the unit according to recommended pro-
cedures. Keep the cuttingline at the proper lengu_.
2. Have all internal service performed by qualified
servicepersonneltoavoidcreatingahazardand/or
voiding your warranty.
3. DISCONNECT UNIT FROM THE POWER SUP-
PLYbefore perform i_.. main_n_ce.
4. Never douseorsquirttheunitwithwaterorany
other liqmd. Clean with a damp sponge. See
"Maintenance-- Storage," . .
5. Keep theairventsdean and freeofdebristoa_id
overheatingthemotor.Cleana_tercacause._ee
"Specifications"forlocations.
6. Use only_genuineSEARS replacementpartsasrec-
ommended.
A TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
1. Hand carry the unit with the motor stopped.
2. Allow the unit to cooland securethe unitbefore
storingortransporting in a vehicle.
3. Store the unit so the Iine limiter cannot acciden-
tally cause injury.."
4. STORE UNIT INDOORS--Store unitunplugged
ina high,dry placeout ofthereachofchildren,
!f situations occur which are not eovered ln this manual, use care and goodjudgmtmt. Contact your Author.
ized Service Dealer if you need auzstance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS •
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KNOW YOUR UNIT
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"A.
B.
C.
KEY
NO. DESCRIPTION
I. Trimmer
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INTRODUCTION
Your Trimmer is a versatile product developed for
small lawns and to make short work of a variety of
lawn c_re t_sks -- trimming, scalping, mowing, and
sweeping.
Special Features Include:
• Lightweight Construction
a Semi-Automatic Line Advance
• Convenient Cord Retainer
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
!. After removing the contents from the carton,
check pm_ against the Carton Contents list.
2, Examine thepartsfordamage.Do notusedam-
a ed parts.
3. _odf.y J(.ou.rSEARS dealer _ly ifa part
is rn_s_$ng or damaged.
CARTON COr_r?NTS
2. Assist Handle--
Model 358.799080
Model 358.799040
Operator's Mant_ (not shown)
Loose Parts Bag Contents:
3. Screw- Tube
4. Locknut - Tube
5, Screw- Assist Handle
6. Wing'nut - Assist Handle
7. Hex Nut - Motor Housing
8. Screw- Motor Housing
P/N
1 358,799030
OR 358.799040
1
i
1
530-322296
530-326262
530-968416
2 53O-346O34
2 53O-O15653
1 53O-34O228
1 530-400013
1 530-001543
1, 530-348050
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D. DOUBLE INSULATION CONSTRUCTION
This unit is Double Insu]ated to help protect
against electric shock. Doubleizsulation construc-
tion consists of two separate "layers" of electrical insu-
lation.
Toolsbuiltwith thisinsulationsystem are not in-
tendedtobegrounded.As aresult,theextensioncord
used with your unit can be plugged into any standard
120 volt electrical outlet
Safety precautions must be observed when op*
erating any electrical tooL The double insulation
system 0nly providesadded pro.te_,_onagainstinjury
resultingfroman interllalelectricalinsulationfailure.
A WARNING
All eleetrleal repairs to this unit, including hous-
ing, switch, moto_ etc., must be diagnosed and
repaired by qualified service personnel Re-
placement parts for a double insulated
appliance must be identiea] to the parts they re.
place_ A double immlatod appliance is marked
with the words "DOUBL]_ INSUI_TION" or
"DOUBLE INSU/_TED." The symbol (square
within a _uare) [_ may _ be marked on the
appliance. Failtt_e to have the unit repaired by
Sears qualified service personnel can cause the
double insul_ion eonstmaetion to become inef-
fective and result in seriou_ injury.
ASSEMBLY
If unit is received assembled, repeat all steps in this section to be sui-e assembly is correct,.
PREPARATION
This Operator's Manual is designed to help you _semble mad safely operate the unit. It is important that you read the
entiremanual tobecome familiarwiththeunitbeforeyou beginassembly.
TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBL_ StandardScrewdriver,PhillipsScrewdri_,er,Pliers.
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A.TUBE ASSEMBLY
1. Remove and discard the plastic inserts (3) found in
the tubes. Figure I (inset).
2. Lay motor housing/tube assembly on a flat surface,
3. Locate the two indentations at{he end of the lower
tube,Alignthelowerindentationwiththemotor
housingasshown inFigureI,
4. Insertthelowertube intothe uppertube (Fig-
ure t ) and align screw holes.
5. Insert the twn screws, one at a time, through the
aligned •holes. Figure I. Thread locknut onto
screwsand tightensecurely.
6, Remove theroundhead,screwandhex nutlocated
at the top of the motor housingwitha Phillips
screwdriver,Figure2.
7. S]idetheexcesswireintothetopofthemotorhvus.
ing. Figure 2.
Tl_eexcesswi_ must slidedown beyond the
areaofthemotorhousingwherelowextubeenters,
8. Slidethelowertubeintothemotor housingasfar
asitwillgo (about3inches)and alignindentations
withscrewopenings.
9. Installtheround head screwand hexnutremoved
instep6. and theround head screwand hex nut
from thecarton.Figure2. Tightensecurely.
•NOTE." Be sure to install the screws in the round re-
cesses and the nutsinthe hex recesses.
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B.ASSIST HANDLE ATTACHMENT
I. FirmlypushAssistHandle ontotube,Figure3,
2. Holdtheunitintheoperatingposition.Adjust,the
handle up ordown thetubetoa positioncom2ort-
ablefortheuser.
3. Pass the Hex Head Screw through the hole in the
A_sistHandle, F_re 3, Thread the Wing Nut
ontothescrewand tightensecurely.
_ The recommended position is thatwhich:
1)allowsyou toholdtheassisthandlecomfortably
in the left band,and
2) places the trimmer head just dear the ground.
• See Figure 6. , :
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NOTES
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Inserts _ Lower Lower Motor
Upper Screws Tube IndentationHousing]
Trigger" %
Handle Locknuts
Figure 1
"-. Lower "
_ IndentationHex Nu{s
Motor
Figure 2
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Screw
Assist
Handle
•Wing Nut
Fibre3
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C. PR_E-OPERATION CHECKS
,=ufRevle---I _" WARNING
=
Warnings and Safety Instructions in
Ithis manual
• Before operating your tool, alwmys:
1. Inspect the entire tool before each use. Re-
place damaged parts, Make sureallfastenersarein
placeand securelyfastened,
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D.EXTENSION CORD ATTACHMENT
1. Use only a 120 A.Co voltage supply as shown on
the nameplate of the unit to power your blower.
2. The extension cord used to reach the power
source must be:
Specifically marked as suitable for out-
dooruse. Yhe cord mu_t be marheoLwizh the s_f-
f_ 'T/A"
b. Heavy enough to carry the current from
the power source the full length Of the ex-
tension cord to the u_Lit. Otherwise, toss of
powerand overheatingcan occur_usingdamage
to the unit. Refer to Figure 4 for mi_um wire
g_uge recommendations. The cor_ must be
markedwith_lzeproperw_egazz_ (Appropriate
extension cords are available.}
c. In good condition. Cord insulation must be in-
tact with no cracks or deterioration. Plugc0nnec-
tors must be undamaged.
3. Secure extension cord to the Cord Retainer
as shown in Figure 5.
4. Inser_ the cord socket into the recessed plug on the
unit. Figure 5.
2. Replace trimmer he_d parts that are cra_
• chipped, broken, or damaged in any other way be-
fore usingthetool.'
3. Use onl_ .08G"diameter line.Neverusewire,
rope,string,etc.
4. Use only the speeifiedtrimmer head. See
Specifications."Make surethetr_m_erheadis
[Foperlyinstalledand securelyfastened.Referto
Using Your Unit."
5. Use only genuine SEARS accessories or at-
tachments recommended forthistool.
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WIRE GAUGE
RECOMlV[ENDATIONS
VOLTS ] 2._E I 50_PI_ '] 100F'_
120 I8 16 16
A.W.G.= A.W.G.* •A.W.G.°
•A_._=w_._ Figure 4
Recessed
Cord
Socket
Figures
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E, OPERATING POSITION
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Before operating the unit, stand as shown in
• Figure 6 and check for the following:
a. Operator wearing eye, leg, and foot protection.
b. Right arm slightly bent, hand holding handle.
c. Leftarm straight,hand holdingassisthandle,
d. Unitbelowwaistlevel
e. Without operator bending ov_ the Trimmer
Head is near and parallel to the ground and eas.
i_y contacts the material to be cut.
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POSmON
on
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NOTES
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USING YOUR UNIT
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Protection
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WARN G-THROWSOBJECTS
The rapidly moving llne causes.objects to
be thrown vlolentI_ The shield will not
provide complete protection to the opera-
tot or others. The operator must wear a
safety farce shield or goggles. Always wear
heav_ !ong pan__ts and shoes or boots.
Keep others at least 30 feet (10 meters)
awa_
WARNING - HAZARD ZONE
This unit will th_owobjeets and cut. Keep
others including children, animals, by-
standers, and helpers at least 30 feet (10
meters) away from the operator and unit;
Stop the unit if you are approached.
- DAMAGED
TRIMMER HEAD
Trimmer head oarts that are _h_;pped,
cracked, hrokemb'or damaged in any other
way can fly.apart and cause serious inju_r_
Do not use. Repl_ damagea parts be-
fore using the ._mit.
c. Make sure the trimmer head is properly
installed and eeeurely fastened.
d. Use only genuine SEARS aceessorles or
attaehmente as recommended.
a. Inspect the area tobeeut before each uee.
Rem eve objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,
string, etc.) which can be thrown or become en-
tangled in the trimmer head. Always cut with
the left side of the unit so that clippings and
debris will be thrown away from you.
b. Hold the unit flrmly_
e. Keep fh-m footing and balance. Do not
over-reec h
d. Keep the trianmer head below waist level
e. Do not raise the unit above your waist.
The trimmer head can com e dangerously dose
to your body.
f. Keep all parts of your body away from the
trimmer Hne when the unit _s running.
g. Use only for jolm explained in this man-
ual,
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WAPdNING
-- Use Only Genuine
SEARS
Reptacemen_ Parts
A. L_'TRIM_R" SAFETY "
I. OPERATOR SAFETY
a. Always wear a face safety shield or gog-
gles. See_Accessories/
b. Always wear heav_ long pants, shoes or
boots, and gloves. See _Accessories.* Do not
wear loose clothing,jewel_,shortpants, san-
dais,or go barefoot.Securehairsoitisabove
shoulderlength.Beingfullycoveredwillhelp
protectyou from piecesoftoxicplantssuchas
poisonivytlirownby theTrimmer Heed which
couldbe more ofa hazard than touchingthe
plant i_d£
e. Do not operate this unit when you
tired, ill, or under the influence of alco-
hol, drugs, or medieatioL ?
2, UNIT SAF'g'Uf '
a. Inspect the entire unit before each use.
Replacedamaged parts. Make sureallfasteners
are in place and se_trely fastened, i
b. Use only .065" diameter llne:"= Never use
wire, rope, string, etc.
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B. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Allow the unit to reach full speed before en-
tering the material to be cut,
2. Always release the Trigger switch and allow
the unit to stop wlaen not cutting.
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NOTES
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U. _R L/_ ADVANCE
• You_.trimmer _ _ulp_ _th a _ml-sut_
mz_e t_er head. Whenever thetapbutton
ispressed,theheadautomaticzJlyadvancesa pre.
determined amount of Erie.
• The line I/miter on the shield will cut the line
to the correct length. The most effident line
len_h is maximum length allowed by line limiter.
Do not bump trimmer head on an
abrasive surface such as concrete, asphalt, or
gravel to advance the line. Bumping the trimmer
head on an abrasive surface can cause excessive
wear or damage the unit,
If the tine lhniter reqvJres n_ntenance or re-
placement,serviceshouldbe performedby q_i-
fled_ervicepersonnelonly.
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[Use only ,065" dlameter iine. Other sizes ofline
Iwill not advance properl_ Do not use other ma-
|terials such as vnre, string, rope, eteo Wire can
|bre_ offdurmgcuttingan_dbecome adangerous
|mlssfle that ean cause serious i_ur_
• To Advance the Line,the trimmer head must
be turning.
I. Holdthetrimmerheadparalleltoand abovea
_vassyareaofground.
2. Tap the _rimmer bead _tly on the ground one
time. Approximately 11/2 to 3 inches of line will
be adve_d after each tap. Figure 7.
D. CUTTING METHODS
•A WARNING '.............I
Do not'crowd llue when cutting around _ ob-_
jecta (rocks, gravel, fence posts, ere), whie_ can ]
damage the trimmer head_ become entangled in]
the line, or be thrown emmmg a serious hazard_
• The tip of the line doel the cutting. You will
achieve the best performanoe and minimum line
wear by not crowding the line into the cutting area.
The rijghtand wrong waysareshown in_ 8.
• The llne will e_ remove gr_e and wee&
from around wal_, fences, trees, and flower
beds, but it a/_ _n cut t_ tem_ ba_ of
]Alway_ wear e_Fe protection. This unit is not de- f
'Isigned for edgmg. Never lean _over the trmmmer]
| head. Rocks or debris ean ricochet or be threwn |
into eyes and faee and cause blindness or other _
/serio_ _ i
L TRIMIPIING- F|gm, e 9. Hold the bottom 0fthe
t_er head about S inches above the ground and
at an angle. A.Eowonly the tip of the.l_e to make
contact. Do not force the trimmer line into the
work area.
2. SCALPING- Figure 9. The sc_)pingtechaique
removes unwanted vegetation.Holdthe bottom of
thetrlmmer head about 3 inches above the gr?.und
and at an angte. Allow the tip 0f the llne to strike
_e. ground around trees, posts, monuments, etc.
3. MOWING- Figure 10. Your trimmer is ideal for
mowing in plac_ conventional law_ mowers
not reach. _ the mowingpos_tion, keep me dne
parallel to the ground. Avoidpressingthe head into
theground as t_is can scalp tl_eground anddamage
the unit. ,
4. S.WEEPING-FIgt_e 10. Theg_ningactioaof
me rot_tin_ linecanbe usedfora quickand easy
cleanup. Keep thelineparalleltoand abovethe
surfacesbeingsweptand move t_eu_itfromsideto
side.
To advanceline,tapbottom _t_\\
of trimmer head _ightlyon _,x-x_.
the_groundwhilethe " ]1 1| II
trimmerheadisturning._ I
LineLimiter_ _ __ _"
Cuts LineTo
ProperLength.
Figure 7
Line Crowded Into
Work Area
WaONO ........
I Tip o_ the Line
Does The Cutting
RIGHT
Figure 8
Figure 9
Figure10
E, LENE REPLACEMENT
• For proper line feed:
- Use only genuine pre_wound spools and
.065" diameter llde. Use of other types of
spot)Is or fines can r_sult in excessive breakage,
h_neweldiug, and improper line feed.
- Pre-wound spools offer the most conven-
ient method for replacing tlne as wetl as op-
timum performance.Be suretoalwaysreplace
thespool• thesquarecomers ofthedrivelugs
_re roundedoff,_duced insize,orbrokenoff.
• Always clean dirt and debris from the spool
and hub when performing any type .maintenance.
a W .N NS I
Trimmer head parts that are chipped, cracked, I
broken, or damaged in any other way can fly[
apart and cause serious i_ur_ Do not use. Have l
damaged parts replaced before using the unit,
1. Installing Spool w/Line
& Stop the unit and unplug the power cord.
b. Hoidthe unit as shown in Figt_e 11. Press the
Lock Tab and turn the Lock Ring counterclock-
wise. Figure 11.
c. Remove theLock Ring,Tap Rutton,andSpool.
Fig,,_re!2.
d. Cleandirtand debrisfromallparts.Inspectall
Try_ met headpart_fordama__-.Replacedam-
partsorhave them replacedby qualified
-serwcepersonnel.
e. Use a newSEARSprewound _ool, or rewind
the old _l with S_ .o65 diameter _e.
See the _.CCESSORtES section.
£ Insert 3 to 4 inches of the end ofthe line (on the
spool) through the Line Saver in the Hub. Fig-
ure 13.
g. Set the spool into the Hub. Press the spool
down; turn and lock the spool lugs under the
drive gear. Figures 12 & 13,
ho Reinstall the Tap Button and Lock Ring. Turn
the Lock Ringclockwiseand fastent_eLock
Tabsmal/fourCatcheson theHub. Figure14.
Check tobe surethelockrin_isproperly
installedbyattemptingtoturnthermgcounter-
clockwiseand p_ on it. Make surethe
catchesandlocktab_ppearfromthebottom of
the head as shownin Figure 14 (insets), Be sure
the lock tab hits the edge of the cut-out when
ey_uturn the lock ring counterclockwise. Prop-
yreinstall if the lock ring comes off or if the
lock tab or catches do not look like those shown
in Figure 14.
I • AW,etN G i
_AH four catches mmmt be faztened and the lock[
| tab latched onto the lock ring. If ivmtalled meor- l
.| reetly; the Iock ringem_ fly o_aud become a dJm- ]
[gerous missile. ,, [
i, Pult the line tochange the spool from the locked
position to the operating position. Figure 14.
j. Obtain_orrect line leng__ by pressin$,_,p but-
ton and p,u_, g on nylon line _ If [ine ex-
tends one bicli or more ]_yond the line .limiter,
cut the line near the line liiniten Excessive line
_,n cause premiiture damage to the shield.
Approximate!y 1 1/2 to 3 inches of line cap,
be advanced each time the tap button is presseo,
Figure 14.
_ro aSMOVa k -
I_1 #! I
To_tN_ _ "_ !
TU_ LOCKsine _€_.f_f_ V_
Figure I1
Lugs
Figure 12
• Line Saver
,
Figure 13
r C ESor t.iN CAN
ADVANCED EACH
"_,,._ TIMETHE TAP
_ BtHTON IS
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Operator's
Manual
Model No.
358.799030
(10" Cutting Path)
358.799040
(13" Cutting Path)
How to Order
Repair Parts
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IS AT YOUR SERVICE
The Model Narnber wit! be found below the top handle with the Seriat
Number. Always mention the Model Number when requesting service or
repair parts for your unit.
Atlparts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Service Center and
most Sears S_res.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIRPARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING
INFORMATION AS SHOWN IN THIS LIST:.
1. The pAI_ NUMBER 3. The PART DESCRIPTION
2. The MODEL NUMBER 4. The NAME OF ITEM --
358.799030 Electric Trimmer
358.799040
the pa_.s you neeaare not s_ockea _oca_y, you.- order wilt be transmitted
to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling.
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