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Summary of Contents for WEEDWACKER 358.795150

Page 1: ...nce Parts List Espar_ol For Occasional Use Only 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 pm Mon Sat or 10 am 7 pm Sun 1 800 235 5878 Hours listed are Central Time Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A 530088050 7 27 01 ...

Page 2: ...hts and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co D 817 WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 z_ dBIWARNING When using gar dening appliances basic safety pre cautions 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 erator is responsible for following instructions and warnings o...

Page 3: ...e sure unit is assembled cor rectly as shown in this manual Make carburetor adjustments with lower end supported to prevent line from contacting any object Keep others away when making car buretor adjustments Use only recommended Craftsman accessories and replacement parts Have all maintenance and service not explained in this manual per formed by a Sears Service Center FUEL SAFETY Mix and pour fu...

Page 4: ...n will not require any service After 50 hours ofuse werecommend that your muffler beserviced orreplaced by your Sears Service Center CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents against the fol lowing list Model 358 795150 Trimmer Shield Wing Nut screwed onto shield Assist Handle with bolt and knob Container ofOil Replacement Spool Examine parts fordamage Donot use damaged parts NOTE Ifyou need assistanc...

Page 5: ...tarter rope Activate the primer bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to its original form Tube J Trimmer Head Edge Guide Shield i_ Line Limiter Blade CHOKE The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to tile engine to aid in cold starting Activate the choke by moving the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE position After the en gine attempts to start move the choke lever to the HALF CHOKE position Once engi...

Page 6: ...engine Avoid any contact with the muffler A hot muffler can cause serious burns STARTING A COLD ENGINE or a warm engine after running out of fuel 1 Set unit on a flat surface 2 Move ON OFF switch to the ON posi tion 3 Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times 4 Move choke lever to FULLCHOKE position 5 Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold through all remaining steps Choke Lever Primer Bulb 6 Pull...

Page 7: ...tion The cutting line will last longer and will be less likely to weld onto the spool Always release the throttle trigger and allow the engine to return to idle speed when not cutting To stop engine Release the throttle trigger Move the ON OFF switch to the OFF position TWIST AND EDGE The Twist and Edge feature allows for easy edging of sidewalks patios driveways etc 1 Pull the tab toward the engi...

Page 8: ...oveGround SCALPING The scalping technique removes unwanted vegetation Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 in 8 cm above the ground and at an angle Allow the tip of the line to strike the ground around trees posts monuments etc This technique in creases line wear Scalping 3 in 8 cm Above Ground JL MOWING Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach In the...

Page 9: ...continue use of unit if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks Debris Shield Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DECALS After each use inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts Clean the unit and decals using a damp cloth with a mild detergent Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth CLEAN AIR FILTER A dirty air filter decreases engine per formance a...

Page 10: ...terclock wise 3 Continue feeding line into spool leaving 4 6 inches 10 15 cm unwound from center of spool INSTALLING SPOOL WITH LINE 1 Install replacement spool 2 Thread line through line guide ring Line through guide ring C t s et Replacement Spool 3 Rest guide ring on spool and place line through slot Allow line to ex tend 4 6 inches 10 15 cm from center of spool 4 Ensure line remains in slot wh...

Page 11: ...he screw Turn the mixture screw clockwise until the engine has good power with no hesitation while cutting Do not adjust by sound or speed but judge by how well the engine performs while cutting Turn the mixture screw counter clockwise if the engine has speed but dies or lacks power while cutting After completing adjustments check for acceleration Reset if necessary Acceleration Check If engine di...

Page 12: ...ft seals worn 3 Compression low 1 Air filter dirty 2 Spark plug fouled Engine will not accelerate lacks power or dies under a load Engine smokes excessively Engine runs hot 3 Carburetor requires adjustment 4 Carbon build up on muffler outlet screen 5 Compression low 1 Choke partially on 2 Fuel mixture incorrect 3 Air filter dirty 4 Carburetor requires adjustment 1 Fuel mixture incorrect 2 Spark pl...

Page 13: ...ts not made or approved by the original equipment manufacturer You are responsible for presenting your lawn and garden equipment engine to a Sears authorized repair center as soon as a problem exists Warranty repairs should be completed in a rea sonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and re sponsibilities you should contact your neares...

Page 14: ...all 1 800 469 4663 MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS Any Sears approved replacement part used inthe performance ofany war ranty maintenance orrepair onemis sion related parts will beprovided without charge tothe owner ifthe part isunder warranty EMISSION CON TROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST Carburetor Ignition System Spark Plug covered up to maintenance schedule Ignition Module ...

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