Operator's Manual

I P R 0 F E S S I 0 N A L I

28cc/1.7 cu.in. 2-CycleGASOLINE WEEDWACKER ®

Model No.358.792010

• Safety

• Assembly• Operation• Maintenance

• Parts List

• Espa_ol, p. 20

WARNING:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and OperatingInstructions 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 <Hoots listed are Central Time)

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

545212843 Rev. 4 2/16/09 BRW

Warranty Statement 2 Storage 14

Identification of Safety Symbols 3 Troubleshooting Table 15Safety Rules 4 Emissions Statement 16Assembly 6Operation 7 Parts List 18Maintenance 10 Spanish 20Service & Adjustments 12 Parts and Ordering Back Cover

CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL FULL WARRANTY

If this Craftsman product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within three(3) years from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store, Parts & Repair Ser-vice Center, or other Craftsman outlet in the United States for free repair (or replace-ment if repair proves impossible).This warranty applies for only 1 year if this product is ever used for commercial orrental purposes.This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship. Sears willNOT pay for:• Expendable items that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period,

such as cutting line, filters or spark plugs.• Repairs necessary because of accident or failure to operate or maintain the

product according to all supplied instructions.• Preventive maintenance, or repairs necessary due to improper fuel mixture,

contaminated or stale fuel.This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rightswhich vary from state to state.Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman product isdesigned and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products,it may require repair from time to time. That's when having a Repair ProtectionAgreement can save you money and aggravation.Here's what the Repair Protection Agreement* includes:_" Expert service by our 10,000 professional repair specialists_" Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs_" Product replacement up to $1500 if your covered product can't be fixed_" Discount of 10% from regular price of service and related installed parts

not covered by the agreement; also, 10% off regular price of preventivemaintenance check

_" Fast help by phone - we call it Rapid Resolution - phone support from aSears representative. Think of us as a "talking operator's manual".

Once you purchase the Repair Protection Agreement, a simple phone call is allthat it takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, orschedule a service appointment online.The Repair Protection Agreement is arisk-free purchase. If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty peri-od, we will provide a full refund. Or, a prorated refund anytime after the productwarranty period expires. Purchase your Repair Protection Agreement today!Some limitations and exclusions apply, For prices and additional informa-tion in the U.S.A. call 1-800-827-6655,*Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full details call SearsCanada at 1-800-361-6665.

SearsInstallation ServiceFor Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers,water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A. or Canada call1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

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,_DANGER: Use only specified trimmerhead, spool, and recommended trimmer line.Never use blades, flailing devices, wire,rope, string, etc. This unit is designed for linetrimmer use only. Failure to follow theseinstructions may result in serious injury.

_/LWARNING: This unit can be dangerous! Careless orimproper use can cause serious injury.

Read the operator's manual before use. Failure to followinstructions could result in serious injury. Save operator'smanual.

_] Trimmer line can throw objects vio-

lently. You can be blinded or injured.Always wear hearing protection andsafety glasses marked Z87. Alwayswear heavy, long pants, longsleeves, boots and gloves.

Hazard zone for thrown objects.• Trimmer line throws objects violently.• You and others can be blinded/injured.• Keep children, bystanders, and animals

50 feet (15 meters) away.

securehairab°vesh°u'der'ength'

Do not wear jewelry, loose clothing,or clothing with loosely hangingstraps, ties, tassels, etc. They canbe caught in moving parts.

Assist handle to be positioned only below

the arrow.

@Never allow children to operate this unit.

Store unit indoors in a high, dry place out of thereach of children. Store unit and fuel in area wherefuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flamesfrom water heaters, electric motors or switches,furnaces, etc.

When servicing unit, use only identical replace-ment parts.

Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug beforecleaning or servicing.

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,_/LWARNING: Fire hazard. Never mix, pour, or store gasolineor use the unit near a flame or sparks (including smoking, openflames, or work that can cause sparks).

Use unleaded gasoline and two-stroke oil mixed at aratio of 40:1 (2.5%).

_WARNIN_I: When using gar-dening appliances, basic safety pre-cautions must always be followed toreduce the risk of fire and seriousinjury. Read and follow all instructions.This power unit can be dangerous! Op-erator is responsible for followinginstructions and warnings on unit and inmanual. Read entire operator's manualbefore using unit! Be thoroughly familiarwith the controls and the proper use ofthe unit. Restrict the use of this unit topersons who have read, understand,

and will follow the instructions andwarnings on the unit and in the manual.Never allow children to operate this unit.

OPERATOR'S SAFETY INFORMATIONMANUAL ON THE UNIT

_, DANGER; Never use blades or

flailing devices. This unit is designedfor line trimmer use only. Use of anyother accessories or attachments willincrease the risk of injury.

Ifsituationsoccurwhicharenotcov-eredinthismanual,usecareandgoodjudgment.Ifyouneedassis-tance,contactyourSearsServiceCenterorcall1-800-235-5878.OPERATORSAFETY• Dressproperly.Alwayswearsafetyglassesorsimilareyeprotectionwhenoperating,orperformingmain-tenance,onyourunit(safetyglassesareavailable).Eyeprotec-tionshouldbemarkedZ87.

• Alwayswearfaceordustmaskifoperationisdusty.

• Alwayswearheavy,longpants,longsleeves,boots,andgloves.Wearingsafetylegguardsisrecommended.

• Alwayswearfootprotection.Donotgobarefootorwearsandals.Stayclearofspinningline.

• Securehairaboveshoulderlength.Secureorremovelooseclothingorclothingwithlooselyhangingties,straps,tassels,etc.Theycanbecaughtinmovingparts.

• Beingfullycoveredalsohelpspro-tectyoufromdebrisandpiecesoftoxicplantsthrownbyspinningline.

• StayAlert.Donotoperatethisunitwhenyouaretired,ill,upsetorun-dertheinfluenceofalcohol,drugs,ormedication.Watchwhatyouaredoing;usecommonsense.

• Wearhearingprotection.• Neverstartorruninsideaclosedroomorbuilding.Breathingexhaustfumescankill.

• Keephandlesfreeofoilandfuel.UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY

,_WARNING: Disconnect the

spark plug before performing mainte-nance except carburetor adjustments.• Look for and replace damaged or

loose parts before each use. Lookfor and repair fuel leaks before use.Keep in good working condition.

• Replace trimmer head parts that arechipped, cracked, broken, or dam-aged in any other way before usingthe unit.

• Maintain unit according to recom-mended procedures. Keep cuttingline at proper length.

• Use only Craftsman replacement line.Never use wire, rope, string, etc.

• Install required shield properly beforeusing the unit. Use only specified trim-mer head; make sure it is properlyinstalled and securely fastened.

• Make sure unit is assembled cor-rectly as shown in this manual.

• Make carburetor adjustments withlower end supported to prevent linefrom contacting any object.

• Keep others away when making car-buretor adjustments.

• Use only recommended Craftsmanaccessories and replacement parts.

• Have all maintenance and servicenot explained in this manual per-formed by a Sears Service Center.

FUEL SAFETY• Mix and pour fuel outdoors.• Keep away from sparks or flames.• Do not smoke or allow smoking near

fuel or the unit or while using the unit.• Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all

fuel spills before starting engine.• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters)

away from fueling site before start-ing engine. Stop engine and allow itto cool before removing fuel cap.

• Empty the fuel tank before storing ortransporting the unit. Use up fuel leftin the carburetor by starting the en-gine and letting it run until it stops.

• Store unit and fuel in area where fuelvapors cannot reach sparks or openflames from water heaters, electricmotors or switches, furnaces, etc.

• Always store gasoline in a containerapproved for flammable liquids.

CUTTING SAFETY

,_ WARNING: Inspect the area be-fore each use. Remove objects(rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.)which can be thrown by or becomeentangled in line. Hard objects candamage the trimmer head and bethrown causing serious injury.• Keep others including children, ani-

mals, bystanders, and helpers at least50 feet (15 meters) away. Bystandersshould be encouraged to wear safetyglasses. Stop engine immediately ifyou are approached.

• Use only for trimming, scalping, mow-ing, edging and sweeping. Do not usefor pruning or hedge trimming.

• Keep firm footing and balance. Donot overreach.

• Keep all parts of your body awayfrom muffler and spinning line. Keepengine below waist level. A hot muf-fler can cause serious burns.

• Cut only from your right to your left.Cutting on left side of the shield willthrow debris away from the operator.

• Use only in daylight or good artificiallight.

• Use only for jobs explained in thismanual.

TRANSPORTINGANDSTORAGE• Stoptheunitbeforecarrying.• Allowenginetocoolbeforestoringortransportinginvehicle.

• Emptythefueltankbeforestoringortransportingtheunit.Useupfuelleftinthecarburetorbystartingtheen-gineandlettingitrununtilitstops.

• Storeunitandfuelinareawherefuelvaporscannotreachsparksoropenflamesfromwaterheaters,electricmotorsorswitches,furnaces,etc.

• Storeunitsolinelimiterbladecan-notaccidentallycauseinjury.Theunitcanbehungbytheshaft.

• Storeunitoutofreachofchildren.Thisunitisnotequippedwithananti-vibrationsystemandisintendedforoccasionaluseonly.SAFETYNOTICE:Exposuretovibra-tionsthroughprolongeduseofgaso-linepoweredhandtoolscouldcausebloodvesselornervedamageinthefingers,hands,andjointsofpeoplepronetocirculationdisordersorab-normalswellings.Prolongeduseincoldweatherhasbeenlinkedtobloodvesseldamageinotherwisehealthypeople.Ifsymptomsoccursuchasnumbness,pain,lossofstrength,changeinskincolorortexture,orloss

offeelinginthefingers,hands,orjoints,discontinuetheuseofthistoolandseekmedicalattention.Ananti-vibrationsystemdoesnotguaranteetheavoidanceoftheseproblems.Us-erswhooperatepowertoolsonacon-tinualandregularbasismustmonitorcloselytheirphysicalconditionandtheconditionofthistool.SPECIALNOTICE:ThisunitisequippedwithatemperaturelimitingmufflerandsparkarrestingscreenwhichmeetstherequirementsofCali-forniaCodes4442and4443.AllU.S.forestlandandthestatesofCalifornia,Idaho,Maine,Minnesota,NewJersey,Oregon,andWashingtonrequirebylawthatmanyinternalcombustionen-ginesbeequippedwithasparkarrest-ingscreen.Ifyouoperateinalocalewheresuchregulationsexist,youarelegallyresponsibleformaintainingtheoperatingconditionoftheseparts.Failuretodosoisaviolationofthelaw.Fornormalhomeowneruse,themufflerandsparkarrestingscreenwillnotrequireanyservice.After50hoursofuse,werecommendthatyourmuf-flerbeservicedorreplacedbyaSearsServiceCenter.

CARTONCONTENTSCheckcartoncontentsagainstthefol-lowinglist.Model358.792010• Trimmer• Shield• WingNut(screwedontoshield)• Containerofline• Containerofoil• BumpfeedtrimmerheadExaminepartsfordamage.Donotusedamagedparts.NOTE:Ifyouneedassistanceorfindpartsmissingordamaged,call1-800-235-5878.Itisnormalforthefuelfiltertorattleintheemptyfueltank.Findingfueloroilresidueonmufflerisnormalduetocarburetoradjustmentsandtestingdonebythemanufacturer.ASSEMBLY,_,WARNING: If received as-

sembled, repeat all steps to ensureyour unit is properly assembled and allfasteners are secure.

ADJUSTING THE HANDLE

,_ WARNING: When adjusting theassist handle, be sure it remains abovethe safety label and below the mark orarrow on the shaft.1. Loosen wing nut on handle.2. Rotate the handle on the shaft to an

upright position; retighten wing nut.ATTACHING SHIELD

_/LWARNING: The shield must be

properly installed. The shield providespartial protection from the risk of thrownobjects to the operator and others andis equipped with a line limiter bladewhich cuts excess line to the properlength. The line limiter blade (on under-side of shield) is sharp and can cut you.For proper orientation of shield, seeKNOW YOUR TRIMMER illustration inOPERATION section.

1. Removewingnutfromshield. WingNut2. Insertbracketintoslotasshown. Bracket /,/3. Pivot shield until bolt passes

through hole in bracket. Slot4. Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.

KNOW YOUR TRIMMERREAD THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOURUNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the locationof the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.Bump Feed Trimmer Head Throttle

Assist Handle Lock-out

Fixed Line ShaftTrimmer _ _tHead Throttle

Trigger

./

Switch

_,_ Muffler

StarterHandle

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Line LimiterBlade

ChokeLever

ON/STOP SWITCHThe ON/STOP switch is used to stopengine. To stop the engine, push andrelease the engine ON/STOP switch.PRIMER BULBThe PRIMER BULB removes air fromthe carburetor and fuel lines and fillsthem with fuel. This allows you to startthe engine with fewer pulls on thestarter rope. Activate the primer bulbby pressing it and allowing it to returnto its original form.

THROTTLE LOCK-OUTThe THROTTLE LOCK-OUT must bepressed with the palm of your hand asyou grip the throttle handle before thetrigger can be used. This featureprevents you from accidentallysqueezing the throttle trigger.CHOKEThe CHOKE helps to supply fuel to theengine to aid in cold starting. Activatethe choke by moving the choke lever tothe FULL CHOKE position. After the en-gine attempts to start, move the chokelever to the HALF CHOKE position. Onceengine has started, move the choke le-ver to the OFF CHOKE position.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

,_/LWARNING: Be sureto read

the fuel information in the safety rulesbefore you begin. If you do not under-stand the safety rules, do not attemptto fuel your unit. Call 1-800-235-5878.

FUELING ENGINE

WARNING: Remove fuel capslowly when refueling.This engine is certified to operate onunleaded gasoline. Before operation,gasoline must be mixed with a good

qualitysynthetic2-cycleair-cooledengineoil.WerecommendCraftsmanbrandsyntheticoil.Mixgasolineandoilataratioof40:1.A40:1ratioisob-tainedbymixing3.2ouncesofoilwith1gallonofunleadedgasoline.Includedwiththistrimmerisa3.2ouncecontain-erofoil.Pourtheentirecontentsofthiscontainerinto1gallonofgasolinetoachievetheproperfuelmixture.DONOTUSEautomotiveoilormarineoil.Theseoilswillcauseenginedamage.Whenmixingfuel,followinstructionsprintedoncontainer.Onceoilisaddedtogasoline,shakecontainermomentarilytoassurethatthefuelisthoroughlymixed.Alwaysreadandfollowthesafetyrulesrelat-ingtofuelbeforefuelingyourunit.IMPORTANTAlcoholblendedfuels(calledgasoholorusingethanolormethanol)canat-tractmoisturewhichleadstosepara-tionandformationofacidsduringstor-age.Acidicgascandamagethefuelsystemofanenginewhileinstorage.Toavoidengineproblems,emptythefuelsystembeforestoragefor30daysorlonger.Drainthegastank,starttheengineandletitrununtilthefuellinesandcarburetorareempty.Usefreshfuelnextseason.Neveruseengineorcarburetorcleanerproductsinthefueltankorpermanentdamagemayoc-cur.SeetheSTORAGEsectionforadditionalinformation.HOWTOSTOPYOURUNIT• Releasethethrottletrigger.• PushandreleasetheengineON/STOPswitch.Theswitchwillauto-maticallyreturntotheONposition.Wait5secondsbeforeattemptingtorestartunittoallowswitchtoreset.

ON/StOPSwitch_:_"_:\

HOWTOSTARTYOUR UNIT

'_WARNING: Avoid any contactwith the muffler. A hot muffler cancause serious burns.

_arting Position

STARTING A COLD ENGINENOTE: DO NOT squeeze the throttletrigger until the engine has started andruns.1. Set unit on a flat surface.2. Slowly press the primer bulb 10

times.

Primer Bulb___.

3. Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE

position.

/ // /_. -\4[- Choke/_/A_/" q_ Leve r

4. This unit has the Sim-pulT= startingsystem. You do not have to pull thestarter rope handle sharply or brisk-ly. Pull starter rope handle with acontrolled and steady motion untilengine sounds as if it is trying tostart, but do not pull rope morethan 3 times.

5. As soon as engine sounds as if it istrying to start, move choke lever toHALF CHOKE position.

6. Pull starter rope until engine runs.NOTE: If the engine doesn't startafter 6 pulls (at the HALF CHOKEposition), move the choke lever tothe FULL CHOKE position. Pull thestarter rope 2 more times. Move thechoke lever to the HALF CHOKEposition and pull the starter rope un-til the engine runs, but no more than6 pulls. If the engine still doesn'tstart, it is probably flooded. Proceedto STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE.

7. Oncetheenginestarts,allowittorun10seconds,thenmovethechokelevertotheOFFCHOKEpositionandbeginnormalopera-tion.NOTE:IfenginedieswiththechokeleverintheOFFCHOKEposition,movethechokelevertotheFULLCHOKEpositionandpulltheropeuntilengineruns,butnomorethan6pulls.

STARTING A WARM ENGINE1. Move the choke lever to the HALF

CHOKE position.2. Pull starter rope with a controlled

and steady motion until engineruns, but no more than 6 pulls.

3. Allow engine to run 15 seconds,then move the choke lever to OFFCHOKE and begin normal operation.

NOTE: If engine has not started, pullstarter rope 5 more pulls. If engine stilldoes not run, it is probably flooded.STARTING A FLOODED ENGINEFlooded engines can be started byplacing the choke lever in the OFFCHOKE position; then, pull the rope toclear the engine of excess fuel. Thiscould require pulling the starter handlemany times depending on how badlythe unit is flooded.If the unit still doesn't start, refer toTROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call1-800-235-5878.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSTo maximize operating efficiency, donot run the engine for longer than 1minute at a time at full throttle.OPERATING POSITIONALWAYS USE:

HearingProtection Eye Protection

LongPants

Heavy _411 _

Shoes

Cutfrom yourle_to yourright.

WAR NI N G: Always wear eyeprotection and hearing protection. Neverlean over the trimmer head. Rocks ordebris can ricochet or be thrown into

eyes and face and cause blindness orother serious injury.When operating unit, stand as shownand check for the following:• Wear eye protection, hearing protec-

tion and heavy clothing.• Hold trigger handle with right hand

and assist handle with left hand.• Hold unit so that engine is below

waist level.• Cut only from your left to your right to

ensure debris is thrown away fromyou. Without bending over, keep linenear and parallel to the ground andnot crowded into material being cut.

Do not run the engine at a higher speedthan necessary. The cutting line will cutefficiently when the engine is run at lessthan full throttle. At lower speeds, thereis less engine noise and vibration.Always release the throttle trigger andallow the engine to return to idlespeed when not cutting.HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT• Release the throttle trigger.• Push and release the engine ON/

STOP switch.CUTTING METHODS

,_WARNING: Use minimum

speed and do not crowd the line whencutting around hard objects (rock,gravel, fence posts, etc.), which candamage the trimmer head, becomeentangled in the line, or be throwncausing a serious hazard.• The tip of the line does the cutting.

You will achieve the best perform-ance and minimum line wear by notcrowding the line into the cuttingarea. The right and wrong ways areshown below.

Tip of line does the

Right

Line crowded into

work_

Wro° • The line will easily remove grass

and weeds from around walls,fences, trees and flower beds, but italso can cut the tender bark of treesor shrubs and scar fences.

• For trimming or scalping, use lessthan full throttle to increase line lifeand decrease head wear, especially:

• Duringlightdutycutting.• Nearobjectsaroundwhichtheline

canwrapsuchassmallposts,treesorfencewire.

TRIMMING- Holdthebottomofthetrimmerheadabout3inches(8cm)abovethegroundandatanangle.Al-lowonlythetipofthelinetomakecontactwithvegetation.Donotforcetrimmerlineintoworkarea.

Trimming

3 inches(8 cm) abowground

SCALPING - The scalping techniqueremoves unwanted vegetation down tothe ground. Hold the bottom of the trim-mer head about 3 inches (8 cm) abovethe ground and at an angle. Allow thetip of the line to strike the groundaround trees, posts, monuments, etc.This technique increases line wear.

Scalping

MOWING - Your trimmer is ideal formowing in places conventional lawnmowers cannot reach. In the mowingposition, keep the line parallel to theground. Avoid pressing the head intothe ground as this can scalp theground and damage the tool.

Mowing

SWEEPING - The fanning action of therotating line can be used to blow awayloose debris from an area. Keep the lineparallel to and above the area surfaceand swing the tool from side to side.

Sweeping

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

_, WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenanceexcept for carburetor adjustments.

CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK

Check for loose fasteners and parts

Check for damaged or worn parts

Inspect and clean unit and decals

Clean air filter

Inspect muffler and spark arresting screen

Replace spark plug

WHEN TO PERFORM

Before each use

Before each use

After each use

Every 5 hours of operation

Every 50 hours of operation

Yearly

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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONSThe warranty on this unit does notcover items that have been subjectedto operator abuse or negligence. Toreceive full value from the warranty,the operator must maintain unit asinstructed in this manual. Various ad-justments will need to be made peri-odically to properly maintain your unit.CHECK FOR LOOSEFASTENERS AND PARTS• Spark Plug Boot• Air Filter• Housing Screws• Assist Handle Screw• Debris ShieldCHECK FOR DAMAGED ORWORN PARTSContact Sears Service Center for re-placement of damaged or worn parts.• ON/STOP Switch - Ensure ON/STOP

switch functions properly by pushingand releasing the switch. Make sureengine stops. Wait 5 seconds be-fore attempting to restart unit to al-low switch to reset. Restart engineand continue.

• Fuel Tank - Discontinue use of unitif fuel tank shows signs of damageor leaks.

• Debris Shield - Discontinue use ofunit if debris shield is damaged.

INSPECTAND CLEAN UNITAND DE-CALS• After each use, inspect complete

unit for loose or damaged parts.Clean the unit and decals using adamp cloth with a mild detergent.

• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.CLEAN AIR FILTERA dirty air filter decreases engine per-formance and increases fuel consump-tion and harmful emissions. Alwaysclean after every 5 hours of operation.1. Clean the cover and the area

around it to keep dirt from fallinginto the carburetor chamber whenthe cover is removed.

2. Remove parts as illustrated.

NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazardor producing harmful evaporativeemissions, do not clean filter in gaso-line or other flammable solvent.3. Wash the filter in soap and water.4. Allow filter to dry.5. Replace parts.

Air Filter/ Air FilterP' Cover

INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARKARRESTING SCREEN

A_1_ WARNING: The muffler on thisproduct contains chemicals known tothe State of California to cause cancer.

As your unit is used, carbon depositsbuild up on the muffler and spark ar-resting screen.For normal homeowner use, however,the muffler and spark arresting screenwill not require any service. After 50hours of use, we recommend that yourmuffler be serviced or replaced by yourSears Service Center.

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Replace the spark plug each year toensure the engine starts easier andruns better. Set spark plug gap at0.025 inch. Ignition timing is fixed andnonadjustable.1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.2. Remove spark plug from cylinder

and discard.3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y

spark plug and tighten securelywith a 3/4 inch socket wrench.

4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.

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LINE REPLACEMENT IN FIXED 6.LINE TRIMMER HEAD• Always use Craftsman replacement

line.

Choose the line size best suited forthe job at hand. Red line (#71-85908)is designed for cutting grass and smallweeds. The black colored line(#71-85909) is designed for cuttinglarger weeds and light brush.1. Remove any remaining line from

the trimmer head.

NOTE: The line glide plate is held inplace by the cutting line. The line mustbe removed to release the line glideplate from the trimmer head. 7.2. Remove the line glide plate.3. Clean entire surface of trimmer

head.4. Reinstall line glide plate (see

illustration).

Line glide plate

Repeat step 5 for second line.

Pull both lines and make sure thelines are against the hub and ex-tended full through the positioningtunnels.

Line against the hub

PositioningTunnel \

Trimmer head

NOTE: The line glide plate must be re-installed in trimmer head before insert-ing new line. Use large holes whenreplacing line.

5. Insert both ends of line through theproper holes in the side of the trim-mer head.

rl POSitioningTunnel

8. Correctly installed line will be thesame length on both ends.

LINE REPLACEMENT IN BUMPFEED TRIMMER HEAD1. Remove any remaining line from

trimmer head.

2. Clean entire surface of trimmerhead.

3. Replace line using a 15 feet (4.5meters) length of 0.095 inch (2.4mm) diameter Craftsman brandline (#71-85904).

,_ WARNING: Never use wire,rope, string, etc., which can break offand become a dangerous missile.4. Align arrows on tap button with line

exit holes on side of trimmer head.

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Arrow on Tap Button

5. Bend the line at the midpoint andinsert both ends of the line throughthe holes in the center of the tapbutton.

_p Button

" ' Holes

6. Pull ends of line and make surethe line is against the tap buttonand extended evenly through theline exit holes on both sides of thetrimmer head.

. \_ _ i j_/ ,/"

_\ Line against the tap button• /

/j_/ /

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7. Rewind line to desired length byturning tap button in directionshown on spool.

If cutting line retreats into trimmerhead during use:1. Remove cover from trimmer head

by pressing tab and turning coverclockwise (looking from bottom ofunit).

Tab

Trimmer

head \\ _

Cover. '_

2. Remove spool and line from trimmerhead.

NOTE: Ensure spring remains in cen-ter of trimmer head.3. Unwind and remove all line from

spool. Reinstall spool in trimmerhead.

4. Align arrow on cover with arrow ontrimmer head. Reinstall cover byturning counterclockwise.

Arrow

\

Arrow

5. Reinstall line into trimmer head byrepeating steps 4-7.

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REPLACING THE TRIMMER HEAD1. Align hole in the dust cup with the

hole in the side of the gearbox byrotating the arbor shaft.

2. Insert a small screwdriver intoaligned holes. This will keep theshaft from turning while removingand installing trimmer head.

Screwdriver

Arbor shaft

3. While holding the screwdriver inposition, remove trimmer head byturning clockwise (looking frombottom of unit).

4. Thread replacement trimmer headonto the shaft by turning counter-clockwise. Only tighten hand tight!

5. Remove the screwdriver.

CARBURETOR IDLE SPEEDADJUSTMENT

_ILWARNING: Keep others awaywhen making idle speed adjustments.The trimmer head will be spinning dur-ing most of this procedure. Wear yourprotective equipment and observe allsafety precautions. After making ad-justments, the trimmer head must notmove or spin at idle speed.The carburetor has been carefully setat the factory. Adjustments may benecessary if you notice any of the fol-lowing conditions:• Engine will not idle when the throttle is

released.

• The trimmer head moves or spins atidle.

Make adjustments with the unit sup-ported so the cutting attachment is offthe ground and will not make contactwith any object. Hold the unit by handwhile running and making adjustments.Keep all parts of your body away fromthe cutting attachment and muffler.

To adjust idle speed:Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed untilengine runs without trimmer headmoving or spinning (idle too fast) orengine stalling (idle speed too slow).• Turn idle speed screw clockwise to

increase engine speed if enginestalls or dies.

• Turn idle speed screw counterclock-wise to decrease engine speed iftrimmer head moves or spins at idle.

Idle SpeedScrew

,b Air Filter Cover//

_/L WARNING: Recheck the idle

speed after each adjustment. Thetrimmer head must not move or spin atidle speed to avoid serious injury tothe operator or others.

If you require further assistance or areunsure about performing this proce-dure, contact your Sears Service Cen-ter or call our customer assistancehelp line at 1-800-235-5878.

_WARNING: Perform the follow-ing steps after each use:• Allow engine to cool before storing

or transporting.• Store unit and fuel in a well venti-

lated area where fuel vapors cannotreach sparks or open flames fromwater heaters, electric motors orswitches, furnaces, etc.

• Store unit with all guards in place.Position unit so that any sharp ob-ject cannot accidentally cause injury.

• Store unit and fuel well out of thereach of children.

SEASONAL STORAGEPrepare unit for storage at end of sea-son or if it will not be used for 30 daysor more.If your unit is to be stored for a periodof time:• Clean the entire unit before lengthy

storage.• Store in a clean dry area.• Lightly oil external metal surfaces.FUEL SYSTEMEmpty the fuel system before storagefor 30 days or longer. Drain the gastank, start the engine and let it run un-til the fuel lines and carburetor areempty. Use fresh fuel next season.

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UnderFUELINGENGINEintheOPERA-TIONsectionofthismanual,seemes-sagelabeledIMPORTANTregardingtheuseofgasoholinyourengine.Fuelstabilizerisanacceptablealter-nativeinminimizingtheformationoffuelgumdepositsduringstorage.Addstabilizertothegasolineinthefueltankorfuelstoragecontainer.Followthemixinstructionsfoundonstabilizercontainer.Runengineatleast3min-utesafteraddingstabilizer.Craftsman40:1,2-cycleengineoil(aircooled)isalreadyblendedwithfuelstabilizer.IfyoudonotusethisSearsoil,youcanaddafuelstabilizertoyourfueltank.

ENGINE• Removesparkplugandpour1tea-spoonof40:1,2-cycleengineoil(aircooled)throughthesparkplugopening.Slowlypullthestarterrope8to10timestodistributeoil.

• Replacesparkplugwithnewoneofrecommendedtypeandheatrange.

• Cleanairfilter.• Checkentireunitforloosescrews,nuts,andbolts.Replaceanydam-aged,broken,orwornparts.

• Atthebeginningofthenextseason,useonlyfreshfuelhavingthepropergasolinetooilratio.

OTHER• Donotstoregasolinefromonesea-sontoanother.

• Replaceyourgasolinecanifitstartstorust.

TROUBLESHOOTINGTABLEWARNING:Alwaysstopunitanddisconnectsparkplugbeforeperform-ingalloftherecommendedremediesbelowexceptremediesthatrequireunittobeoperating.

TROUBLE

Engine will notstart.

CAUSE

1. Engine flooded.

2. Fuel tank empty.3. Spark plug not firing.4. Fuel not reaching

carburetor.

5. Carburetor requiresadjustment.

Engine will 1. Carburetor requiresnot idle adjustment.properly. 2. Crankshaft seals worn.

3. Compression low.

1. Air filter dirty.2. Spark plug fouled.

Engine will notaccelerate,

lacks power,or dies undera load.

Enginesmokes

excessively.

Engine runshot.

3. Carburetor requiresadjustment.

4. Carbon build-up onmuffler outlet screen.

5. Compression low.

1. Fuel mixture incorrect.

2. Air filter dirty.3. Carburetor requires

adjustment.

1. Fuel mixture incorrect.

2. Spark plug incorrect.3. Carburetor requires

adjustment.4. Carbon build-up on

muffler outlet screen.

REMEDY

1. See "Starting a Flooded Engine" inOperation Section.

2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.

3. Install new spark plug.4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.

Check for kinked or split fuel line;repair or replace.

5. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

1. See "Carburetor Idle Speed Adjustment''in Service and Adjustments Section.

2. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).3. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

1. Clean or replace air filter.2. Clean or replace plug

and regap.3. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

4. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

5. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

1. Empty fuel tank and refill withcorrect fuel mixture.

2. Clean or replace air filter.3. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

1. See "Fueling Engine" in Operationsection.

2. Replace with correct spark plug.3. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

4. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

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YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB-LIGATIONS: The U.S. EnvironmentalProtection Agency/California Air Re-sources Board and Sears, Roebuckand Co., U.S.A., are pleased to explainthe emissions control system warrantyon your year 2009 and later small off-road engine. In California, all small off-road engines must be designed, built,and equipped to meet the State's strin-gent anti-smog standards. Sears mustwarrant the emission control system onyour small off-road engine for the peri-ods of time listed below provided therehas been no abuse, neglect, or improp-er maintenance of your small off-roadengine. Your emission control systemincludes parts such as the carburetor,the ignition system and the fuel tank.Where a warrantable condition exists,Sears will repair your small off-road en-gine at no cost to you. Expenses cov-ered under warranty include diagnosis,parts and labor. MANUFACTURER'SWARRANTY COVERAGE: If any emis-sions related part on your engine (aslisted under Emissions Control WarrantyParts List) is defective or a defect in thematerials or workmanship of the enginecauses the failure of such an emissionrelated part, the part will be repaired orreplaced by Sears. OWNER'S WAR-RANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: As thesmall off-road engine owner, you areresponsible for the performance of therequired maintenance listed in your op-erator's manual. Sears recommendsthat you retain all receipts coveringmaintenance on your small off-road en-gine, but Sears cannot deny warrantysolely for the lack of receipts or for yourfailure to ensure the performance of allscheduled maintenance. As the smalloff-road engine owner, you should beaware that Sears may deny you war-ranty coverage if your small off-roadengine or a part of it has failed due toabuse, neglect, improper maintenance,unapproved modifications, or the use ofparts not made or approved by the orig-inal equipment manufacturer. You areresponsible for presenting your smalloff-road engine to a Sears authorizedrepair center as soon as a problem ex-ists. Warranty repairs should be com-pleted in a reasonable amount of time,not to exceed 30 days. If you have anyquestions regarding your warranty rightsand responsibilities, you should contact

your nearest authorized service center,call Sears at 1-800-469-4663, or sende-mail correspondence to emission.warranty@ HCOP- emission.com.WARRANTY COMMENCEMENTDATE: The warranty period begins onthe date the small off-road engine ispurchased. LENGTH OF COVERAGE:This warranty shall be for a period oftwo years from the initial date of pur-chase. WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIROR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS, Re-pair or replacement of any warrantedpart will be performed at no charge tothe owner at an approved Sears Servi-ce Center. If you have any questionsregarding your warranty rights and re-sponsibilities, you should contact yournearest authorized service center, callSears at 1-800-469-4663, or sende-mail correspondence to emission.warranty@HCOP- emission.com.WARRANTY PERIOD: Any warrantedpart which is not scheduled for replace-ment as required maintenance, or whichis scheduled only for regular inspectionto the effect of "repair or replace as nec-essary" shall be warranted for 2 years.Any warranted part which is scheduledfor replacement as required mainte-nance shall be warranted for the periodof time up to the first scheduled replace-ment point for that part. DIAGNOSIS:The owner shall not be charged fordiagnostic labor which leads to the de-termination that a warranted part is de-fective if the diagnostic work is per-formed at an approved Sears ServiceCenter. CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-AGES: Sears may be liable for dam-ages to other engine componentscaused by the failure of a warrantedpart still under warranty. WHAT IS NOTCOVERED: All failures caused byabuse, neglect, or improper mainte-nance are not covered. ADD-ON ORMODIFIED PARTS: The use of add-onor modified parts can be grounds fordisallowing a warranty claim. Sears isnot liable to cover failures of warrantedparts caused by the use of add-on ormodified parts. HOW TO FILE ACLAIM: If you have any questions re-garding your warranty rights and re-sponsibilities, you should contact yournearest authorized service center, callSears at 1-800-469-4663, or sende-mail correspondence to emission.warranty@HCOP- emission.com.

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WHERETOGETWARRANTYSER-VICE:WarrantyservicesorrepairsshallbeprovidedatallSearsServiceCen-ters.Call1-800-469-4663orsende-mailcorrespondencetoemission.warranty@ HCOP- emission.com.MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENTAND REPAIR OF EMISSION RE-LATED PARTS: Any Sears approvedreplacement part used in the perfor-mance of any warranty maintenance orrepair on emission related parts will beprovided without charge to the owner ifthe part is under warranty.

EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTYPARTS LIST: Carburetor, air filter (cov-ered up to maintenance schedule),ignition system: spark plug (coveredup to maintenance schedule), ignitionmodule, muffler including catalyst (ifequipped), fuel tank. MAINTENANCESTATEMENT: The owner is responsiblefor the performance of all required main-tenance as defined in the operator'smanual.

The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.Example: (Year) EPA and/or CALIFORNIA.

61 I sl I

This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:

[] Moderate (50 hours)

[] Intermediate (125 hours)

[] Extended (300 hours)

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