Craftsman 358.798260-32cc User manual

Brand: Craftsman

Model: 358.798260-32cc

Category: Grass trimmers

Type: User manual

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BRUSHWACKER 358.798260-32cc

_IPORTAN_ MANUAL

Operator's

Manual

MODEL NO.

358.798260-32cc

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• CUSTOMER

ASSISTANCE "---

_1-800-235-5878 _ Always Wear Eye grotectWn

_-_ SE_,/AIk_S/ £RRFTSMRN®

32cc GAS BRUSHWACKER TM

Fuel Mix40:1

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

A DANGER:

Read theOperator'sManual

and Follow All Warnings

and Safety Instructions.

FailureToDo SoCanResuit

in Serious Injury.

2 Cycle Engine

• Assembly

• Operation

sears,RoebuckandCo.,HoffmanEstates,IL60179 U,S.A.

For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craf_man Gas-Powered Brushwaeker is maintained, lubricated, and tuned

up accordingto 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 the blade, nylon line, spark plug, and air filter, which are expendable parts and become worn during

normal use.

If this Brushwacker is used for commercial purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date ofpurchase. If thinBrushwacker

is used for rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 30 days from date ofpurchase. Th_ warranty applies only while this product is in

use in the United States.

WARRanTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BYRETURNING THE BRUSHWACKER TO THE _ST SEARS 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. DEPT.817WA HOFFMANESTATES, rL 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS

;_VA--I_INGS,_6§T_E_r_ ;ir_sT_p_TioNs....._ ....._._.,..--3

F - owYOURTOOL......................................................S

ASSEMBLY....................................................................6

FUELhNG YOUR ENGINE ............................................ 11

STARTING YOUR ENGINE .................................... ...... 12

USING YOUR TOOL AS A BRUSIICUTTER ......... : ....... 14

USING YOUR TOOL AS A LINE TRIMMER ................. 16

ACCESSORIES ............ ...... ;......................................... 20

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................ 21

REPAIR PARTS LIST ................................................... 28

INDEX ............... . ......................................................... 3

SPECIFICATIONS

"ENGINE TYPEi 2-C_l'e. Air-C(_fied

DISPLACEM ENT: 32¢c

RPM: Operating -- 7500

ENGINE

Idle - 2800- 3200

Solid State

IGNtTION:

IGNITION TIMING:

CARBURETOR:

"ENGINE "'OFF":

STARTER:

MUFFLER:

CLUTCH:

FuELTANK: ........

SHAFTL_NGTHi

SPARK PLUG"

SPARK PLUG GAP:

MODULEAIR'GAP:

LUBRICATION:

"CUTTING LINE:

Spark Advance --

Non-adjustable

Diaphragm All l_sitions with

adjustable fuel mixture jet.,,

Push Button"

Auto Rewind

Temperature 'Limiting (not spark

arresting; see Notice, p.6) :

Centrifugal ..........

17 ft. oz.

51"

71-8585'4 (Cj-t4) .....

.025"

.0t0 1.014

.... GasolinetOil Mixture-40:!

.080" Diameter Sears Laser

Line®

BLADF, 4 pointB'"w_ Blatl_

I_ER LINE" IS A REGISTEREDTRA'DEMARK OF '"

WHITE CONSOLIDATEDINDUSTRIF._,INC.

STARTER ROPE

HANDLE SHOULDER STRAB,

SERIALNUMBER AND PLASTIC

STARTINGINSTRUCt!ONS S_

FUEL _

CHOKE

MANLt_ACTTII_D UNDER ONE OR MOI_ OF THE FOI,,I_WI_(] LLS.PAI'g/ITS:

4,03_,!1121 4,0_2,'/8S; 4,II2,SS:I; 4,181,S_0; 4,1_ff, lll_; 4, 183,158; 4;1811,83,_1 4#111,004;

4,_SS,(I'/8| 4,362,074; 4,451,983; 4,'/98,t8_; 4,823,468; 4,S41,929; 4,S40,0281 8,0g0,225; &

D324,0Sl. OTItER U,S, AND FOREIGN PATENTS PENDING.

METAL

SHIELD

LINE TRIMMER

LIMrlXR HEAD

_-_ AIR-FiLTER

GUARD

SPARK PLUG

4 TOOTH

WEED BEADE

WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(See Additional Safety Instructions throughout this Manual)

Jk DANGER -- THIS POWER TOOL CAN BE DANGEROUS! Tht, unit ca,, cause serions

injury including amputation or blindness to the operator and others. The warnings and safety instruc-

tions in this manual must be followed to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using the unit. The

operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Read

the entireOperator's.Manualbeforeassemblingand usingtheunit!Restricttheuse ofthisunittopersonswho read,

understand,and followthe warnings and instructionsinthismanual and on theunit.

8LADE

Jik DANGER

BLADE CAN THRUST VIOLENTLY

AWAY FROM MATERIAL IT DOES

- NOT CUT.

-- BLADE THRUST CAN CAUSE

AMPUTATION OF ARMS OR LEGS.

- KEEP PEOPLE AND

30 FEET (10 METERS) AWAY.

i£ I "AWARN

Leg Guards Thrown_ TRIMMER LINE CAN THROW

• - YOU CAN BE BLINDED

OR INJURED°

- wE__ ANYLEG

Protection B PROTECTION.

60 Foot (20meter)

Hazard Zone

Jk WARNING

HAZARD ZONE FOR THROWN

OBJECTS.

- BLAD_ LINE CAN

THROW OBJECTS VIOLENTLY.

- OTHERS CAN BE BLINDED

OR INJURF_.

- KEEP PEOPLE AND ANIMALS

30 FEET (I0 METERS) AWAY.

,r r |1, ,r r , |, , ,,, I ' _ r

Stop Coasting

I_ Blade by Contact A WARNING

_/_ Blade __ _. with Cut BLADE COASTS AFTER THE

CUT YOU Ol

STOP THE I

MATERIAL.

TtlROTT_ IS RELEASED.

- THE BLADE CAN SERIOUSLY

CUT YOU OR OTHERS.

- STOP THE BLADE WITH CUT

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Manual

A WARNING

OPERATOR'S MANUAL.

- FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS

AND INSTRUCTIONS.

+ FAILURITODO80 CAN

RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

WARNINGSAND S ETY INSTRUCTIONS....(Continued)

Ak OPERATOR SAFETY

• Always wear safety eye protection.

• Always wear heay3_ long pants, long sleeves,

boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards is rec-

ornmended_ Do not go barefoot or wear sandals,

jewelry, short pants, short sleeves, loose clothing,

or clothing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tas-

sels, etc.; they can be caught in moving parts. Be-

ing fully covered will help protect you from pieces

of toxic plants such as poison ivy thrown by blade

or trimmer head which could be more of ahazard

than touching the plant itself.

• Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.

• Do not operate unit when you aretired, ill, or un-

der the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

• Wear hearing protection if you use the unit for

more than 1-1/2 hours per day.

• Never start or run the engine reside a closed room

or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

• Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

• Alwaysuse the handlebar and a properly adjusted

shoulder strap with a blade. See '7_ssembly."

A UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY

• Look for and replace damaged or loose parts be-

fore each use. Look for and repair fuel le_ before

use. Keep the unit in good working condition..

• Throw away blades that are bent, warped,

cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way.

Replace trimmer head parts that are cracked,

chipped, broken, or damaged in any other way be-

fore using the unit.

• Maintain the unit according to recommended pro-

cedures. Keep theblade sharp. Keep the cutting

Iine at the proper length.

• Use only .080" diameter SEARS Laser Line _.

Never use wire, rope, string, etc.

• Insta_ the required shield properly before using

the unit. Use the metal shield foor all weed blade

use. Use the plastic shield for all line trimmer use.

• Use only specified blade or trimmer head; make

sure it is properly installed and securely fastened.

• Never start engine with clutch shroud removed.

The clutch can fly off and cause serious i_ury.

• Be sure btade or trimmer head stops turning when

engine idles.

• Disconnect the spark plug befo_ performing

maintenance (except carburetor adjustments).

• Make carburetor adjustments with the lower end

supported to prevent the blade or trimmer line

from contacting any object. Hold the unit by hand;

do not use the _oulder strap for support.

• ' Keep others away when making carburetor ad-

justments ..........

• Use only genuine SEARSaccessories as recg_m--__

mended forthisunit. _

• Have all maintenance and service not explained

in this manual performed hy ar_ Authorized Ser-

vice Dealer.

A FUEL SAFETY

• Mix and pour fueloutdoors.

• Keep away from sparksor flames.

• Use a containerapproved forfuel.

• Do not smoke or allowsmoking near fuelor the

unitorwhile usingtheur.lt.

• Wipe up.allfuelspillsbeforestartingengine.

• Move atleast10 feet(3meters)away fromfueling

sitebeforestartingengine.

• Stop engineand allowunitto coolbeforeremov-

ingfuelcap.

• Empty the fueltankbeforestoringtheunit.Use

up fuelleftinthe carburetorby startingtheen-

gineand lettingit_ untilitstops.

• •Storeunitand fuelm an area where fuelvapors

cannot reach sparks or open flames from water

heaters,electricmotors orswitches,furnaces,etc.

A CUTTING SAFETY

• Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove

objects(rocks,broken glass,nails,wire,string,

etc.)which can be thrown orbecome entangledin

thebladeortrimmer head.

• Keep othersincludingchildren,animals,bystand-

ers,and helpersoutsidethe 60 foot(20 meter)

Hazard Zone.Stopthe engineimmediatelyifyou

areapp_ached. . •

• Always _ engine on the right-hand side of

our body. hands

• _Id theunitfirmlywith both

• Kee_ firm footingand balance.Do not over-

reacn.

• Keep blade or trimmer head below waist level.

• Do not raise the engine above your waist.

• Keep _l parts of your body away from blade, trim-

mer head, and muffler when engine is runnnmg.

• Cut from your righttoyour left.

• Use onlyforjobsexplainedinthisman_laL

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

• S_p the unitbeforecarrying.

• Keep the muffleraway from your body.

• Allow engineto cooland secureunitbeforestor-

ing ortransl_brtingitina vehicle.

• Empty the fueltank beforestoringor transport-

ingthe unit.Use up fuelleftinthe carb.ur.etorby

•s__e engineandlettingitrununtilitstops.

• Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors

cannot re_h sparks or open flames from water

heaters,electricmotors orswitches,furnaces,etc.

• Storeunitsothebladeorlinelimitercannotacci-

denny causeinjury.The unit'canbe hung bythe

bracketbelow engineorby tube.

• Store the unit out of reac2x of children.

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KNOW YOUR TOOL

ill IIIIIIIIII I IIH

Your Weedwacke:" is a high quality product designed for

tough jobs. Its versatility will help you make short work

of a variety of jobs.

Special Features Include: ,

• Reversible,l-point Weed Blade forgrass, weeds and

brush up to ½ inch in diameter. ....... -

• Semi.automatle line feed trimmer laeadfor trim-.,-.-

ruing, mowing, Sweeping, and scalping ..... . • '

-,-'.j

B. UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS " -'i

1. Remove contents from the carton if you lhave not

C. CARTON CONTENTS

KEY

doneso.

2. Check part,sagainstthe list below.

3. Examine partsfor damage.Do notusedamagedparts.

4. Notify your Sears Store immediately if a part is miss-

fuel tank.

Engine

Ddve Shaft/BearingHousing Assembly

w/Safety Labels

Handlebar

Plastic Shield- TrimmerHead

Trimmer Head

Metal Shield-Blade

Weed Blade - 8 inch, 4-point

ShoulderStrapw/Warning

2-cycleEngineOil

Operator's Manual(notshown)

.l._ose PartsBag (notshown)

** LOOSE PARTS BAG CONTENTS:

QTY,

......... 4 ....................

L,_-[)..... Moh-iii,ingBlock- Handl-ebar 1

-4- Cover- Handlebar 2

ShoulderStrap Clamp !

- ;- T-Handle i

" - .... Hex Wrench - Small 1

ing or damaged. '-*' Hex Wrench - Large 1

Your unit has been shipped with abl_ie--" i - "-' FlexShaft tube 1

shipping guard over the primer bulb (see I A. HexScrew-Engine 2

"Specifications"for location).Remove and i: B. - Screw_2Handlebar ...... 8

• discard the plastic shipping guard. __[_ C_ _.i_Hex'Se_-iThrdtt-le--'i;ri_er H0_using .... 1.

......... D, Screw- Plastic Shield 4

NOTE: It is normal to hear the fuel filter rattle in an empty -zS Square-Head Screw 1

* .:g . Fiat Washer - Blade I

'_I(G_ BeveledWasher- Blade 1

*;'H2 FlangeHex Nut-Blade i

) , '17" ._ Hex_Nut-E..ngine 2

---_J7-, Hex Nut 1

t_--'7-. -Large CupWasher- Trimmer Head 1

* -L_- RetentionPlate- MetalShield 1

D. HARDWARE USAGE

--. q

NOTE'. This Hardware ispackaged inthePl_tic Bag. Referto"

the Hardware referencelettersbelow during assembly. _

-f

, HARDWARE SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

• . T K°

ASSEMBLY

(If toolis received assembled, repeat all steps in this section to be sure assembly is correct pad is ad-

justed for the operator.)

PREPARATION

This Manual is designed to help you assemble the tool

and to provide its safe operation. It is important that

you read the entire manual to become familiar with

the tool before you begin assembly. If you have any

questions or need further assistance, call our

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HOTLINE at

1-800-235-5878.

1. Read your Operator's Manual _

2. Tools you will need:

- Hex Wrench provided with the tool.

- Adjustable Wrench

- Standard Screwdriver

ASSEMBLY STEPS (Refertoillustrations)

TUBE

• Place the two screws "A." into the holes on the

engine as shown in the illustration. Make sure

screws are fully seated in the holes.

• Position the. nuts. "l. "in the lower holes.

• • Tighten the screws with the hex wrench (pro-

vided) just enough to hold the hardware to-

gether while holding the locknuts with your

other hand.

• Remove the pacldng cover from the straight

end of the shaft housing if so equipped. Your

unit may not have a packing cover.

Make sure the shaft inside the tube does

not fall out of the tube. Dirt on the shaft will sig-

nificantly reduce the life of the unit. If the drive

shaft falIs out ofthe housing, clean, re-lubricate,

and re-install. See "Drive Shaft Lubrication in

the Customer Responsibilities section.

• Align the'_bottom groove on the tube with the

ridge on the lower wail of the engine opening.

• Turn the shaft to align the square end of the

shaft with the square hole inside the front

opening of the engine.

• Firmly push the tube into the engine opening

until the top groove is no longer visible.

• Tighten screws "A." alternately with the hex

wrench until secure.

9_..---- Screw "A"

. . ' • , •

,__ / Remove an, packin, materi._ "

that may be on the end of the

tube.

Ridgeand bottom

groove

Turn the arbor shaft

to align the shaft with

the square hole.

-6-

2. THROTTLE C_,dlll-_

_r.._IYI'ION:3 Do not kink the throttle cable ....... i

a: SlideFoamtheThrottleGrip. Trigger Housing away from the . ,_ _1 IIJ_r-I_ _ltf ....

'NOTE: Before performing step "b", push the barrel _ 0'__

_the throttle cable into the sheath until the _ ] [,,I,_q¢

barrel contacts the sheath. ' ! _.._'€_ I \,

b Insert the Throttle Cable through the tunnel in _he no, rsnno'_ Jl \

Foam Grip until the end of the Cable extends at ...... N: .... ],], aAu_n_

least 2 inches beyond :the Grip. TRIGGER j ], I _I_O'F"

c. Hold the Trigger away from the Drive Shaft Hous- -I- _._ C._LZ

ing and insert the barrel end of the Throttle Cable , '......................7--

into the round_ opening in the Trigger._.

-_-_E.:--°When inserting the barre! end °ft-he

Throttle Cable into the round opening in the

Trigger, make sure that the barrel is completely

inserted and the Throttle Cable is located in 'the split

in the Arm.

d. Push the Trigger back into the Housing while guid -

ing the Cable through the split in the art 9. Guide_

the arm into the Foam Grip tunnel while replacing,

the Throttle Trigger Housing trash againstthe Grip__

e. Hold Trigger_against the Foam Grip while insert-"

ing the screw "B." and Nut "I." See Caution below.

[CAUTION: ('Do notovertig-htenihe screw. Make

sure the trigger will move freely. There must be at •

least 1!8"free play in the trigger. Make sure the

trigger will move freely so the engine can fully

return to idle when the trigger is released. The--

trimmer head must not turn at idle_speed to avoid

serious injury to the operator and others.

3. HANDLEBAR •

ARM

Nut

alXWARNING

The handlebar mountingblock must be placed above the

point of the arrow on the safety labels. The handlebar

is a barrier to keep the blade away from the operator's

feet.

a. Position either side of the mounting block on the

drive shaft Housing above the arrow on the Safety

Labels.

b. Place one of the covers below the drive shaft Hous-

ing and secure it to the mounting block with 2

c. Align the Handlebar with the straight barrier por-

tion to the left and the curved portion to the right. _

d. Position the Mounting Block between the arrows

on the short, straight section of the Handlebar.

e. Place the remaining Cover over the Handlebar and

secur e it with two_re__WSs_iC_":,finger tightenordy.- [ .

f. Be sure the Handlebar is installed correctly, then

.... tighten each screw securely with a wrench.

AWMUIDI0

The long, straight portion of the Handlebar must be

installed to provide a barrier between the operator

and the spinning blade.

SAFETY

LABELS

CABLE

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B.FOR LINE TRIMMER USE _ ,,:

: A WARNING

fiastic shield must be ' installed for

trimmer shield pro-

risk of thrown

ecte to operator and others and is

with a line limiter which cuts excess

the proper length.

AWARNI_G : ._.:

Failure to install shield in the position shown

can result in serious injury to the oper*

ator. The length of the shield must be aligned

with the length of the drive shaft housing. Di-

rect the widest part of shield toward the engine.

NOTE." Remove the metal shield and blade before

• installing the plastic shield and trimmer head.

1. Place the shield under the bearing housing and

_.align screw holes. .......... _=

The line limiter (on the underside of

the shield) is sharp and can cut you,

2. Insert screws "D." through the bearing housing

into the shield.

31 Tighten the screws evenly and securely.

4. Remove the packing cover from the arbor shai_ if so

equipped.

5. Install grass washer "K? over the arbor shaft Make

sure the grass washer is against and curved over the

dust cup.

6. Start thread_g tl_e trimmer head onto the arbor

shaft.

7. Align the hole in the dust cUp with the hole m the

center front of the bearing housing by turning me

dust cup. Then, insert the small hex wrench (pro-

vided) into the aligned holes to keep the arbor shat_

from turning.

8. Tightenthetrimmer head againstthewasher and

dustcup whileholdingthehex wrench.

9. RemOve the hex wrench.

To remove the trimmer head, insert the

hex wrench into the aligned holes in the dust cup

and bearing housing. Unthread the trimmer head.

Be sure to store grass washer"K?, plastic shield, 4

shield screws, and hardware with the trimmer head

for future use.

Bearing

Housing

Clamp

Hex

Screw D.

Dust Cup

Widest Part Line

of Shield

Toward

Engine

Direction

to Install

Arbor Shaft

Grass

Washer K.

Trimmer

"S.mR WEEDnLADEUSE

The metal shield must _ properly installed on

anytime the tool is used with the blade. The forward tip

on the metal shield helps toreduce the _ of blade

thrust which can cause serious injury such as amputa-

tion to the operator or bystanders.

& w a,.NmG • • •

Failure to install the shield in the position shown

can result in serious injury to the operator. The

length of the shield must be aligned with the

length of the drive shaft housing. Direct the widest

part of the shield toward the engine. ::

[CAUTION:] Wear protective gloves when

handling or performing maintenance on the blade to

help avoid injury.

NOTE: Remove the Plastic Shield, Trimmer Head,

and Grass Washer before installing the Metal Shield

and Blade.

a. Place the Metal Shield under the Bearing Housing,

aligning screw holes. Be sure wide end of metal shield

is toward the engine.

b. Position the retention plate "L." on the underside

of the Metal Shield and align screw holes. Make sure the

flat side of the Plate is against the Shield.

c. Insert screws "C." (one at a time) through theBearing

Housing,. Shield, and Retention Plate.

d. Tighten the Screws evenly and securely with a hex

wrench.

e. Install the Dust Cup over the Arbor Shaft.

f. Install the Blade over Arbor Shaft, making sure the

hole in the center of the Blade isfitted around the raised

center step on the Dust Cup.

g. Install fiat washer E , cupped washer G. , and

.................. tailed

nut I L ; De sure cuppea WaSher t,. is ms

as shown in (lower inset).

h. Line up the hole in the Dust Cup with the hole irithe

side of the Bearing Housing by turning the Dust Cup.

i. Insert the small hex wrench provided into the aligned

holes to keep the Arbor Shaft from turning.

j. Tighten nut 1"II." fuanly with a wrench while hold-

ing hex wrench in position.

k. Remove the hex wrench.

I. Turn Blade by hahd. If the Blade binds against the

Shield, the Blade is not centered. Reinstall the Blade.

m, Proceed to "Should Strap" instructions, this section.

NOTE: To remove the Blade, insert rod into

aligned holes. Unthread the Hex Flange Nut and

, remove parts. Besureto storethe Retention Plate,

HexFlangeNut,BeveledWasher,Flat Washerand

Metal Shield with the Blade for safe keeping.

/-r--, W88tle, r _.J,

"(see inset)

X _'Nut "H "*

Cupped Side

Toward

Blade _! washer .'

* £WARNING ]

Parts .no.ted with * are critical and must be

supphed by Sears. Failure to use proper parts

can cause the blade to fly off and seriously hurt

}_t or.qtMrs, :

6. SHOULDgl STR.Ar _ ....

a. _gn the sh?ulder s_ap cIampbetween the assist

handle and the throttle trigger housing. ...........

b. Firmly push the shoulder strap clamp onto the

drive shaft housing. Be sure that the shoulder

strap clamp is installed with the hex

shaped recesmon (on-the clamp) facing the same

side of the drive shaft housing as the barrier por-

tion of the handlebar.

c. Drop.the threaded end of screw _"ES through the

opening in the top of the T-handle.

d. Pull on the threaded end of the screw to bring the

square head of the screw past the pin inside the

T-handle.

e. Seat nut ",l." in the hex-shaped recession on the

back side of the shoulder strap damp. ........

f. Insert the threaded end of screw "E." through the

hole in the shoulder strap clamp; thread the screw

into nut "J." and tighten fn_nly by hand only.

7. SHOULDERSTRAP

I. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit and balance

before starting the engine and beginning a cutting

operation.

2. Place shoulder strap on your left shoulder with the

Danger _ign on your back and hook to the right side

of your waist.

NOTE." A one-half twist is built in the shoulder strap

' to allow the strap to rest fiat on the shoulder.

To make sure the strap rests fiat on your bo_v,

place the double portion across your front and the

single portion across your back.

3. Adjust the strap so that the hook will be about 10 in-

ches below the waist when the hook is attached to

the shoulder strap.

!4. Fasten the shoulder strap hook to the clamp and lift

the tool to the operating position.

5. Check for the foUowing_.

a. Leftarm fully extended, handholdinghandlebar

grip.

b. Right hand holding the top handle, fingers on

the throttle trigger.

c. Engine below waist level.

d. Shoulder strap pad centered on left shoulder.

e. Danger sign centered on your back

f. Full weight of tool on left shoulder.

g. Without operator bending over, the blade or

trimmer head is near and parallel to the ground

and easily contacts material to be cut.

6. Modify these initial adjustments as necessary for

comfort and control but do not locate the handlebar

mounting block below the point of the arrow on the

safety labels, Do not locate the shoulder strap clamp

inanypoaiti0notherthanb0tw n on o andban.

dlebar mounting block.

7. Position the handlebar for height.

8. Be sure the handlebar is installed correctly, then

tighten each acrew _urely with the large hex

wrench.

Shoulder

Strap

OPERATING POSMOH

Danger Sign

Centered on

Your Back

Rotation

Direction

POSITION HANDLEBAR FOR

_. , OPERATING HEIGHT "

Over 6 4---- 6' to 5' 5"

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FUELING YOUR ENGINE

BEFORE FUELING ENGINE:

A WARNING

Be sure to read the fuel safety information in the Warn-

ing s and Safety Instructions section on page 4 of this

manual before you begin.

Ifyou do not understand the fue! safety section DO NOT

attempt to fuel your unit; seek help from someone that

does understand the fuel safety section or call the Cus-

tomer Assistance Hotline at 1-800-235-5878.

GASOLINE

The two-cycle engine on this product requires a fuel mix-

ture of regular unleaded gasoline and a high quality en-

gine oilforlubrlcal;ionofthe bearingsand othermoving

parts.The correctfuel/oilmixtureis40:1(seeFuelMix-

ture Chart).Too littleoilor the incorrectoiltype will

causepoorperformance and may causetheenginetoover-

heatand seize.

Gasolineand oilmust be premixedina cleanapprovedfuel

container.Always use freshregularunleaded gasoline.

IMPORTANT: Experience indicatesthat alcohol

blendedfuelscalledgasohol(orusingethanolormetha-

nol)can attractmoisture,which leadstooil]gassepara-

tionand formationofacidsduring storage.Acidicgas

can damage thefuelsystemofan enginewhileinstorage.

To avoid engine ,problems,the fuelsystem should be

emptiedbeforestoragefor30 daysorlonger.Drain the

gastank,thenrun thefueloutofthecarburetorand fuel

linesby starting;theengineand lettingitrun untilit

stops. Use fresh fuel next season. See STORAGE

instructionsforadditionalinformation.Never use en-

gineor carburetorcleanerproductsinthe fueltauk or

permanent damage may occur.

FUEL STABILIZER

Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing

the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.

Always follow the fuel mix ratio found on the stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor.

You do not have to drain the fuel tank for storage ifyou are

using fuel stabilizer.

CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2 cycle engine oil is specially blended

with fuel stabilizers. If you do not use this Sears off, you

can add a fuelstabilizer(suchasCraftsman No. 33500)to

your fueltank.

2-CYCLE OIL:

CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2 cycle oil is strongly recommended.

This off is specially blended with fuel stabilizers for

increased fuel stability (extends fuel life up to 5 times

longer) and reduced smoke.

If CRAFTSMAN 2 c_ycle oil is not available, use a good

quality 2 cycle AIR-COOLED engine oil that has a

recommended fuel mix 40:1.

IMPORTANT! Do not use:

* AUTOMOTIVE OIL

. BOAT OILS (NMMA, BIA. etc.)

These oilsdo not have properadditivesfor2-cycle,

AIR-COOLED enginesand can causeenginedamage.

GASOLINE AND OIL MIXTURE

Mix gasoline and oil as follows:

• Consult chart for correct quantities.

• Do not mix gasoline and oil directly in the fuel tank.

FOR ONE GALLON:

• Pour 3.2 ounces of high quality, 2-cycle engine oil

into an empty, approved one gallon gasoline con-

tainer.

• Add one gallon of regular unleaded gasoline to the

gallon container, then securely replace the cap,

Shake the container momentarily.

• The mixture is now ready for use. Fuel stabilizer

can be added at this time if desired; follow mixing

instructions o_he label.

FUEL MIXTURE CHART

40:1 Fuel:Oil MAx Ratio

Gasoline Oil (ft. oz.) - -iJ

[

1 gallon 3.2

1.25gallons 4.0

2,5gallons 8.0

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE:

e Fuel engine. Move 10 feet (3 meters) away from fuel-

ing site.

The trimmer head will turn when the engine

starts.

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C. STAITING'INSTRUCTIONS (For location of controls, refer to "Specifications")

• Rest engine and shield on ground, supporting trim-

: mer head off ground.

Remove and discard the plastic shipping

guard on the primer bulb (if so equipped).

STARTING A COLD ENGINE OR WARM ENGINE

AFTER RUNNING OUT OF FUEL:

• Make sure the switch is in the "On" position.

• Move the choke lever to the "Full Choke" position,

• Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.

• Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger. Keep the

throttle trigger fully squeezed until the engine runs

smoothly.

• PulI starter rope sharply 5 times.

NOTE." The engine may sound as ifitistryin_to

start before the 5TM pull. If so, go to the next step :m-

mediately.

• Move the choke lever to the "Half Choke" position.

• Pu_:the starter rope sharply until the engine runs,

but no more than 6 pulls.

If the engine has not started al_er 6 pulls (at

half choke), check to make sure the switch and the

choke lever are in the proper positions. Then, move

the choke lever to the "Full Choke" position and

press the primer bulb 6 times; squeeze and hold the

throttle trigger and pull the starter rope 2 more

times. Move the choke lever to "Half Choke" and pull

the starter rope until the engine runs, but no more

than 6 more pulls.

NOTE.* Ifthe enginestillh,asnot Started,itisprob-

ably flooded. Proceed to Startinga Flooded Eno

gine."

Allow the engine to run 15 second_, then move the

chokelever to "0ffChoke." AHow the unit torun for

30 more seconds at "Off Choke" before releasing the

throttle trigger. .................

]N_Q_rEI Ifengine dies with the choke lever at the "Off

Choke" position, move the choke lever to "Half

Choke" and pull the rope until the engine runs.

To stopthe engine,move the switchto"Off."

A WARNING

Avoid any bodily contact with the muffler when

starting a warm engine. A hot muffler can cause

serious burns.

ST O AWARMENOINB'THATHAS

Rt_ OUT OF FU'_L,

• Make sure the switch is in the "On" position.

• Move the choke levertothe "HalfChoke" position.

illll

• Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger. Keep the

throttle trigger fully squeezed until the engine runs •

smoothly.

• Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs, but no

more than 5 pulls.

• Allow the engine to run 15 seconds, then move the

choke lever to "Off Choke."

NOTE." Ifenginehas notstarted,pullstarterrope5

more pulls.Ifenginestilldoesnotrun,itisprobably

flooded.Proceedto"Startinga FloodedEngine."

To stoptheengine,move switchtothe"Off"position.

STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE: " •

Floodedenginescan be startedby placingtheswi,:tch

inthe "On '_positionand the choke leverinthe Off

Choke" position;then,pullthe ropetocleartheen-

gineof excessfuel.This couldrequirepullingthe

starterropemany timesdependingon how badlythe

unit is flooded.

If the unit still doesn't start, call the Customer Assis-

tance Hotline at 1-800-235-5878,

!STARTING POSITION t

Switch

Choke Lever

D. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• When using the blade, bring the engine to fi_

throttle before entering the material to be cut. The

blade has maximum cutting power at full throttle and

is less l_ely to bind, stall, or cause blade thrust,

which can result in serious ir_jury to the operator or

others. Refer to "Guard Ag_i_t Blade Thrust".

• When using the trimmer_ead, do not run the en-

gine at a higher speed than necessary. The cutting

line will cut efficiently when the engine is run at less

than full throttle. At lower speeds, there is less engine

noise end vibration. The cutting line will last longer

and will be less likely to "weld" onto the spool.

• If the blade or trimmer head does not turn

when the engine is accelerated, make sure the

tube is properly seated in the engine shroud.

• Always release throttle trigger and allow en-

gine to return to idle speed when not cutting.

• The blade or trimmer head should not turn

when the engine runs at idle speed. Ifthe blade

or trimmer head on your unit turns when the engine

is at idle speed, refer to "Trouble Shooting Chart."

• To stop engine:

• Release the throttle trigger.

• Move ignition switch to the "Off" position.

Blade

Stop Coasting Blade

by Contact with Cut

Material.

The blade continues to spin after the engine is

turned Off. The coastingblade can throw objects

or seriously cut you ff accidentally touched.

Stop blade by contacting the left-hand side of

the coasting blade with material already cut.

_k WARNING

* Stopthebladeby allowingthe"9o'clock"posi-

tiontocontactcutmaterial.

The operator or others must not try to clear

away cut material with the engine running or

the blade turnin" g to avoid serious, injury. Sto_p

engine and blade before removing materials

wrapped around blade.

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USING YOUR TOOL AS A WEEDCUTTER - wfBLADE

(The 4 point, 8 inch blade is designed to cut grass, weeds and woody brush up to 1/2 inch diameter.)

Ak DANGER -THIS POWER TOOL CAN BE DANGEROUS!

This tool can cause serious injury including amputation or blindness to the operator and others. The warnings and safety

instructions in this manual must be followed to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using this tool. The operator is

responsible.for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the tool. Read the entire Operator's

Manual before using this tool! Restrict the use of this power tool to persons who read, understand and

follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the tooL

7 .......................

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BLADE THRUST

/_-__ I" ARBOR

8 inch WEED BLADE

,, I

60 Foot

. \ zo.

"-22J"

S_,pco._gBl_

B_ _by Contactwith Cut

__@_ Material.

_k DANGER - BI.ADE THRUST When the spin'

ning blade contacts anything it doesnot cut, a dan-

gerous reaction can occur causing the entire tool and

.... operator to be thrust violently in any direction. This

reaction is called Blade Thrust. As a result, the op'

erator can lose control of the tool. Use handlebar,

shoulder strap, and keep shield in place.

Make sure others are at least 30 feet (10 me-

ters) away. Keep blade sharp. Cut at full..

throttle and from your right to left. Keep

hands, feet and tool in proper position; refer to

"Guard Against Blade Thrust."

_k DANGER - PROPER BLADE

Us e only the 4point, 8 inch blade and proper

hardware. The use of any other parts can result in

serious injury. Do not use any accessory or ab

tachment other than those recommended by

the manufacturer for use with th_s tool. Blades

that are bent, warped, cracked, broken, or damaged

can fly apart and cause serious injury:Do not use.

Throw away.

_k WARNING - THROWS OBJECTS

The rapidlymoving blade causes objects tO be

thrown violently.The shieldwillnot providecom-

pleteprotectiontothe operatororothers.The op-

erator must wear a safety face shield or gog-

eS, Always wear safetyleg guards and boots. °

ep others at least 30 feet away.

WARNING - HAZARD ZONE

This tool will throw ob_yts and cut. Keep others

including chl]dren, animals, bystanders, and

helpers at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from

the operator and tool. Stop the engine and

blade immediately if you are approached.

NOTE: In areas where other people and animals are

present, such as near sidewalks, streets, houses, etc.,

,t is strongly recommended that the operator use the

buddy system; that is, have another person serve as

a "look out," keeping himself and others at least 30

feet (I0meters) away from the operator.

lk WARNING - COASTING BLADE

The blade continues to spin after the engine is

stopped or the throttle is released. The coasting

blade can thrust, throw objects, or seriously cu.t you

if accidentally touched. Stop blade by leaving ,t

in contact with material already cut. Use the

"9 o'clock" potition u the point of contact.

A. BLADE SAFETY

1. OPERATOR SAFETY

a. Always wear a safety face shield or gog.

gles. See "Accessories,"

b. Always wear heavy, long pants, long

sleeves, boots, gloves and safet_y leg

guards. See Accessories." Do not wear loose

clothing, jewelry, short pants, short sleeves,

sandals, or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is

above shoulder length.

c. Do not operate this tool when you are

tired, iH or under the mfluence of alco-

hol, drugs or medication.

d. Always use the handlebar and a properly

adjusted shoulder strap. See '_seml_ly."

e. Do not swing the tool with such force

that you are m danger of losing your bal-

8lice.

f. Never start or run the engine inside a

closed room or building. Breathing exhaust

fumes can kill.

g. Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

2. TOOL SAFETY

a. Inspect the entire tool before each use.

Replace damaged parts.Check for fuelle_

and make sureallfastenersareinplaceand se-

curelyfastened.

b. Be sure the metal shield is properly at-

tached. The metal shield must be installed for

:_: all bladeusage.

c. Mak_sure the blade is properly installed

and securely fastened. Refer to _'Assembly."

d. Be sure the blade stops turning when the

engine idles. See "Trouble Shooting Chart."

e. Make carburetor adjustments with the

lower end supported to prevent the blade

from contacting any object. Hold tool by

hand; do not use shoulder strap for support.

f. Keep others away when making carbure-

3. CUTTING SAFETY ....

a. 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 blade.

b. Always keep the engine on the right side

of your body. Hold the tool rh-mly with both

"hands.

c. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not

over-reach.

d. Keep blade below waist level.

e. Do not raisethe engine above your waist.

The bladecan come dangerouslyclosetoyour

body.

f. Cut at full throttle.

g. Cut from your right to your left.

h. Use only for jobs explained in this man-

ual. Do not use the blade as an edger. The

shield does not provide adequate protection.

B. GUARD AGAINST BLADE THRUST

• Blade Thrust isa reactionthatonlyoccurswhen

usin$ a bladedtool.This reactioncan causeseri-

ous Lr_urysuch as amputation.CarefuU__ystudy.

thissection.Itisimportantthatyou understand

••what causesbladethrust,how you can reducethe

chanceofitsoccurring,and how you canremain

incontrolofthetoolifbladethrustoccurs.

• The forward tip on the shield helps to reduce the

occurrence of blade thrust but cannot prevent the

occurrence. The operator must follow the warn-

ings and safetyinstructionsin thissection_to

lessenthechance ofb!adethrustoccurringand to

maintaincontrolofthetoolifthereactiondoesoc-

cur.

WHAT CAUSES BLADE THRUST. B/ade

Thrust can occur when the spinningblade con-

tacts an object that it does not cut. This contact

causes the blade to stop for an instant and then

suddenly move or"thrust" away from the object

that was hit. The thrusting" reaction can oe vio-

lent enough to cause the operator to be propelled

in any direction and lose control of the tool. The

uncontrolled tool can cause serious injury if the

blade contacts the operator or others.

2. WHEN BLADE THRUST OCCURS. B_

thrust can occur without warning if the blade

snags,sta_, orbin&. The. ismo_ik_y, to_cur

inarouwhereitiadiffi_Itto_ _o ma_ oe-

ing cut. By using the tool properly,the occurrence

of blade thrust will be reduced and the operator

will be less likely to lose control.

LADE THRUST

3. REDUCE THE CHANCE OF BLADE THRUST

a_ Cut only grass, weeds and woody- brush up

to 1/2 inch diameter. DO not let the blade con-

tact material it cannot cut such as stumps, rocks,

fences, metal, etc., or clusters of hard, woody

brush having a diameter greaterthan i/2inch.

b. Keep the blade sharp. A dullblade ismore

likelytosnag.

c. Cut only a fullthrottle.The blade_ m.axi-

mum cutting power at full throttle and is less

likely to bind or stall.

d. "INmd" the blade deliberately and not too

rapidl_ The blade can thrust away if it is fed too

rapimy.

e. Cut only from your right to left. Swingingthe

t0olinthe same direeti6nas the bladespins in.

creasesthe cuttingaction.

4. MAINTAIN CONTROL

a. Use the shoulder strap and keep a firm

gri'p o.n _ne tool .with both h andL A prop-

erly .adjustea snoulder strap will support the

weightofthetool,free'mgyourarms and hands

tocontroland guidethecuttingmotion.

b. Keep feet c omi'ortabl_ spread apart and

braced for the possibility of a sudden, rapid

thrust of the tool. Do not overreach. Keep firm

footing and balance.

C. CUTTING METHODS

c. E:e .ep the blade below waist level. It willbe

earner to maintain control of the tool.

d. Do not raise the engind above your waist

as the blade can come dangerously close to

your body.

e. Do not swing the tool with such force

that you are in danger of losing your bal.

anceo

1. Establish a rhythmic cutting procedure.

a. Plant feet firmly, comfortably apart.

b. Cut while swingingtheupperpart ofyourbody

from right to left.

c. Move forward to the next area to be cut after

the return swing and plant feet once more.

2. Use the 8 o'clock to 10 o'clock position for

cutting.

3. Stop the engine and_blade, then unclip the

snotuaer strap from the tool before clearing

cut material.

4. To reduce the chance of material wrapping

around the blade, follow these steps:

a. Cut at full throttle.

b. Swing the toolintomaterialto be cut from

your righttoleft.

c. Avoidthe materialjustcutasyou make there-

turn swing.

A, WARNING

Direction toCut

The operator or othe_m must not try to elem

away cut material with the engine running ox

the blade turning to avoid serious injur_ _to_

engine and blade before removing materiah

wrapped around blade.

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__I 0 Foot

(20meter)

Hazard Zone

Semi-Automatic Trimmer Head

(seeAccessoryList forpart number)

Use Only Genuine

Replacement Parts

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A. LINE TRIMMER SAFETY

1. OPERATOR SAFETY

a. Always wear eye protection, when operating,

_rvi_ing,orp_rformingrnmntenanc_ on your

The operator must wear a safety face

shmld _or goggles. Always wear hea_y,

longpants and boots. Keep others at least

30 feet (10 meters) away.

WARNING - HAZARD ZONE

This tool will throw objects and cut. Keep oth-

ers including children, animals, bystand-

ers and helpers at least 30 feet (10 meters)

away from the operator and tool. Stop

the engine if you are approached.

WARNING- DAMAGED

• TRIMMER HEAD

Trimmer head parts that are chipped, cracked

or damaged in any other way can fly apart and

cause serious injury. Do not use. Replace

:damaged parts before using the tooL

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b. Do not operate this tool when you are tired, ill

or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or.

medication,

Leg Guards "%__hrown WARNING-THROWS OBJECTS

elf Obj_ t

The rapidly movingline causes objects to be

thrown violently. The shield will not provide

complete protection to the operator or 6thers.

USING YOUR UNIT AS A LINE TRIMMER ....

c. Always wear heavy, long pants, boots, and

gloves. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals,

• short pants, jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing

with looselyhanging straps,ties,tassels,etc.;

they can be caught in moving parts. Secure

hairsoitisabove shoulderlength:Beingfully

coveredwillhelp protectyou from piecesof

toxicplantssuch as poisonivythrown by the

blade,which couldbe more of a hazard than

touchingtheplantitself.

d. Do not swing thetoolwithsuchforcethatyou 3.

arein dangeroflosingyour balance.

e. Never startor run the engine insidea closed

room or building.Breathingexhaust fumes

can kill.

f. Keep handlesfreeofoiland fuel.

2. TOOL SAFETY

a. Inspectthe entiretoolbeforeeach use. Re-

placedamaged parts.Check forfuelleaksand

make sure allfastenersare in placeand se-

curelyfastened.

b. Use only.080"diameterSEARS LaserLine.Never

usewire,rope,string,etc.

c. Be surethe shieldisproperlyatta_ch_d,

d. Make suretrimmer head isproperlyinstalled

and securelyfastened.Referto'7_ssembly."

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e. Be sure trimmer head stops turning when en-

gine idles. See "Carburetor Adjustments."

fo Make carburetor adjustments with the drive

shaft housing supported to prevent the trim-

mer line from contacting any object.

g. Keep others away when making carburetor ad-

justments. _/ ......

h. Use o_y accessories or attachments as recom-

mended by Sears for2his tool.

CUTTING SAFETY

a. Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Re-

move objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,

string, etc.) which can be thrown or become en-

tangled in the trimmer head.

b. Always keep the engine on the right side of

your body.

c. Hold the toolfirmlywithboth hands.

d. Keep firmfootingand balance.Do not over-

reach.

e. Keep thetrimmer head below waistlevel.

f. Do not raisetheengineabove yourwaist.

g. Keep allpartsofyourbody away fromthetrim-

mer lineand mufflerwhen engineisrunning.

h. Use onlyforjobsexplainedinthismanual.

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B. TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE

The _trimmer line will advance approxi-

mately 2 inches each time the bottom of the

trimmer head is tapped on the ground with

the engine running at full throttle.

The most efficient line length is the maxi-

mum length allowed by the line limiter.

Always keep the shield in place when the

tool is being operated. Figure 35.

To Advance Line:

1. Operate the engine at full throttle.

2. Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above

the grassy area.

3. Tap bottom of trimmer head lightly on groun d

onetime. Approximately 2 inchesofline

willbe advanced with eachtap.,..........__ -

Always tap trimmer head on a grassy

area.Tapping on surfacessuchasconcreteor

asphaltcan cause excessivewear to the trim-

mer head.

If the line is worn down to two

inches or less, more than one tap will be re-

quired to obtain the most efficient line length.

A W_JtNING ...................

Use only .080" diameter Scars Laser I,ine.-Oth_

sizes_ offline-wrill not advance prope rlyLDo

not use otl_er _naterials _ such as wire

Ak WARNING .... [

Use minimum speed and do not crowd the line]

when cutting around hard objects (rock, gravel, I

fence posts, etc), which can damage the trimmer ]

head, become entangled in the line, or be]

thrown causing a sermus hazard. " [

To Advance Line,

Tap Bottom Of

Trimmer Head On.

Ground One Time.

Line Limiter Cuts Line

C. CUTTING METHODS

• The tip of the linedoes the cutting, You will

achievethe bestperformance and minimum line

wear by not crowding line into cutting areauThe .....

right and wrong ways are shown in

• For trimming or sca/pir_, us€ less than full

throttle to increase fine-life, especially:

- duringlightduty cutting.

- near objectsaround which the linecan wrap

suchas smallposts,treesorfencewire.

WRONG

Work Area

RIGHT The

• "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

"Lrees or shrubs and scar fences. To help avoid

damage especially to delicate vegetation or trees

with tender bark, shorten line to 4-5 inches and

use at less than full throttle.

• Formowingorsweeping, usefull throttlefor

a good clean job.

3 Inches

Above :,_

Ground,

Tip of the Line

Does the CUtting

SCALPING

I A WARNING j

Always wear eye protection. Never lean over the [

trimmer head. Rocks or debris can ricochet or J

be thrown into eyes and face and cause blind-[

ness or other serious injury. I

1. TRIMMING - Hold bottom of the

trimmer head about 3 inches above ground and at

: an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to make

Contact. Do not force trimmer line into work area.

2. SCALPING - The scalping tech-

nique removes unwanted vegetation. Hold the

bottom of the trimmer head about 3 inches above

the ground and at an angle. Allow the tip of the

line to strike ground around trees, posts, monu-

ments, etc. This technique increases line wear.

3. MOWING- Your trimmer 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.

4,: SWEEPING - The fanning action

of the rotatingline can be used for a quick and easy

clean up. Keep the line parallel to and above sur-

faces being swept and move tool from side to side.

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D.LINE REPLACEMENT

• For proper line feed:

- Use only genuine S.F__S prewo_d_oois

and.080" diameter line. Use of other types of

spools or lines can result in excessive breakage,

line welding, and improper line feed.

- Pre-wound spools offerthe most conven-

Ient method for replacing hne as well as

optimum performance.

Always clean dirt and debris from spool and

hub When performing any type maintenance.

Installing Spoolwith Line .............

a. Hold the trimmer head as shown in _.

Press the lock tab and turn the lock ring

b. Remove the lock ring, tap button, and spool.

c. Clean dirt and debris from all parts.

d. Inspect all trimmer head parts for damage. Re-

place damaged parts.

]Trimmer head parts that are chipped, cracked, I

Ibroken, or damaged m an_ other way can fly[

[apart and cause serious injury. Do not use. Re-[

Iplace damaged parts before using the tool. [

•" SWEEPING

Lugs

Drive Gear

C_ Lock Ring

Lock Ring Lock Tab

To Remove, Turn Lock Ring Counterclockwise

To Replace, Tur__ L_k Ring Clockwise

The aluminum line saver can become_-

worn during use. After a groove is worn

into line saver, remove it from trimmez: head, turn

it.upside down, and reinstall it (with" spool re-

moved) to provide a new wear surface.

I A WAJaNmG [

The line saver must be installed only from the in- I

side of the trimmer head. If installed on the out- I

side of the trimmer head, the line saver can fly[

off and become a dangerous missile. .

e. Insert the end of the line through the line saver.

Place spool in trimmer head. Press spool

down, then turn it enough to lock lugs on

spool under lugs on drive gear.

Make sure the line is not caught between

the rim of spool and the wall of trimmer head.

f. Replace the tap button. Align the lock ring

over the catches on the hub; push the lock ring

down on the hub and turn it clockwise until the

catches lock into place.

A W n'.TG [

All catches must be fastened an.d the lock tab l

latched in the Lock Ring. If Installed incor°

rectly, the Lock Ring can fly off and become a]

dangerous missile. ]

g. Make sure lock ring is properly fastened by

pulling on it and trying to turn it counterclock'

wise.: if it comes off, reinstallit properly.

h. Pull on the line to change the spool from the

locked position to the operating position.

i. Obtain the correct line length (4.-6 inches) by

pressing the tap button and pulling on the

line again.

NOTE: Each time the tap button is pressed, ap-

proximately 2 inches of line can be pulled from

the trimmer head.

2. SpoolReplacement

a. Replace the spool when the square corners on

the lugs are rounded off, reduced in size, or bro-

ken off.

b. To replace the spool, follow the instructions in

' Installing Spool with Line."

3. Installing Line on Spool

To replace the Line on existing Spool:

a, Follow "Installing Spool w/Line," steps

"a.- d." and remove any line remmmng, on

the spool.

b. Use a40 foot length of.080" Sears Laser Line.

c. Insert 1/16" to 1/8" of the end of the line

through the hole in the spool. •

Allow no more than 1/8" Iine to extend in-

side the spool.

d. Wrap the line onto the spool firmly and

evenly in a clockwise direction as shown by

the arrow on the spool.

NOTE: The llne must be wrapped firmly and

evenly for proper line feed.

e, Follow ':Installing Spool with Lin.e," steps

"e i "

If the line breaks off or backs up in the trim-

mer head, follow "Installing Snool' w/Line"

steps a.-d. Pull slack m hne until the hne is

tightly wound on the spool, leaving 4-6 inches of

extended line. Continue with steps "e.-i."

Catch

Line Lock Tab

Catch

Approximately 2 Inches of Line Can

_,/Be Pulled From the Trimmer Head

Each Time the Tap Button is Pressed.

___ _,_..m-._ Lug

Ooo .

For best results, use only .080"

Sears Laser Line ® .

Wrap Line on Spool

as Shown by Arrpw

1/8"

Line

4. Trouble Shooting the Trimmer Head and Line

0 Does not advan0e/breakl while euttin$ i Welds onto spooh

- Improperly wound onto spool. - Line size incorrect.

--hinesizeincorrect. - Incorrect8p0ol,

- Too littlelineoutsidehead. - Crowding lineagainstmaterialbeingcut.

• Pulls back into head: Cuttingathigherspeedsthan necessary.

- Too little line outside of head, .--

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ACCESSORIES

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The following accessories are available through Sears

ITEM

Retail Stores, Catalog, Outlets or Service Centers.

STOCK NO.

Safety Face Shield ........... , ...................................................... 9-18613

Safety Goggles......:...... ........................................................ 9-1859

2-Cycle Engine Oil ......... ,.. .................................................... 71-30143

Spark Plug., ......... , ........................................................... 71-85854

Replacement Weed BIade... .... ................................................... 71-85735

Replacement Trimmer Head (available only through Sears Service Centers) ............... 952-701643

Replacement .080" Dia. NylonTrimmer Line

400 ft...... . .. !........ ........ .. ................. . ......................... 71-85778

-- 200 ft.. ...................................................................... 71-85608

100 ft.............................................................. • .......... 71-85771

Replacement Spool with Line ....................................................... 71-85815

Shoulder Strap Kit ............................................................... 71-85783

Spark Arrestor Kit ............ ........ ,. ,_.............................. ......... 952-701612*

Flex Shaft Lube ................................................................ 530-030102*

*Available through your SEARS SERVICE CENTER/CATAlOGUE.

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