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_IPORTAN_ MANUAL
Operator's
Manual
MODEL NO.
358.798260-32cc
• CUSTOMER
ASSISTANCE "---
_1-800-235-5878 _ Always Wear Eye grotectWn
_-_ SE_,/AIk_S / £RRFTSMRN®
32cc GAS BRUSHWACKER TM
A DANGER:
Fuel Mix40:1
2 Cycle Engine
Read the Operator'sManual
• Maintenance
• Assembly
and Follow All Warnings
and Safety Instructions.
• Repair Parts
• Operation
Failure ToDo SoCanResuit
in Serious Injury.
sears,RoebuckandCo., HoffmanEstates,IL 60179 U,S.A.
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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 on
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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 theentireOperator's
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WARNINGSAND S ETY INSTRUCTIONS....(Continued) • Have all maintenance and service not explained Ak OPERATOR SAFETY in this manual performed hy ar_ Authorized Ser- • Always wear safety eye protection. vice Dealer. • Always wear heay3_ long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearing safety leg guards is rec- A FUEL SAFETY ornmended_ Do not go barefoot or wear sandals, • Mix and pourfueloutdoors. jewelry, short pants, short sleeves, loose clothing, • Keep away fromsparksorflames. or clothing wi
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iii ill i inn i i ...,, ii i ,,.,, KNOW YOUR TOOL ill IIII IIIIII I IIH C. CARTON CONTENTS KEY Your Weedwacke:" is a high quality product designed for QTY, tough jobs. Its versatility will help you make short work of a variety of jobs. 1 Engine 1 Ddve Shaft/BearingHousing Assembly w/Safety Labels Special Features Include: , Handlebar 1 • Reversible,l-point Weed Blade for grass, weeds and Plastic Shield- TrimmerHead 1 brush up to ½ inch in diameter. ....... - Trimmer Head ! • Semi.automatle line
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ASSEMBLY (If toolis received assembled, repeat all steps in this section to be sure assembly is correct pad is ad- justed for the operator.) :i 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 9_..---- Screw "A" CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HOTLINE at 1-800-235-5878. that m
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2. THROTTLE C_,dlll-_ _r.._IYI'ION:3 Do not kink the throttle cable ....... i ARM a: SlideFoamthe ThrottleGrip. Trigger Housing away from the . ,_ _1 IIJ_r-I_ _ltf .... 'NOTE: Before performing step "b", push the barrel _ 0'__ :C _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 beyon
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I I I I illllIl I IIIIII B.FOR LINE TRIMMER USE _ ,,: 8. Tightenthetrimmer headagainstthewasherand : A WARNING dustcup whileholdingthehex wrench. fiastic shield must be ' installed for 9. RemOve the hex wrench. trimmer shield pro- To remove the trimmer head, insert the risk of thrown hex wrench into the aligned holes in the dust cup ecte to operator and others and is and bearing housing. Unthread the trimmer head. with a line limiter which cuts excess Be sure to store grass washer"K?, plastic sh
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" S. mR WEED nLADEUSE The metal shield must _ properly installed on anytime the tool is used with the blade. The forward tip on the metal shield helps to reduce 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 shie
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6. SHOULDgl STR.Ar _ .... Shoulder a. _gn the sh?ulder s_ap cIampbetween the assist Strap 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
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I I II III II I II I BI II BIBLE llll IIIIIIIII I I I IIIIIII lllllll I IIIIII IIIIII ,i i iii , H ,,,,,,,,,, FUELING YOUR ENGINE BEFORE FUELING ENGINE: 2-CYCLE OIL: A WARNING CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2 cycle oil is strongly recommended. Be sure to read the fuel safety information in the Warn- This off is specially blended with fuel stabilizers for increased fuel stability (extends fuel life up to 5 times ing s and Safety Instructions section on page 4 of this manual before you begin. longer) and reduced
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• • r illll i i C. STAITING'INSTRUCTIONS (For location of controls, refer to "Specifications") BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE: • Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger. Keep the throttle trigger fully squeezed until the engine runs • e Fuel engine. Move 10 feet (3 meters) away from fuel- smoothly. ing site. • Pull starter rope sharply until engine runs, but no more than 5 pulls. • Allow the engine to run 15 seconds, then move the The trimmer head will turn when the engine choke lever to "Off Choke."
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D. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS i • When using the blade, bring the engine to fi_ Stop Coasting Blade throttle before entering the material to be cut. The by Contact with Cut blade has maximum cutting power at full throttle and Material. is less l_ely to bind, stall, or cause blade thrust, Blade which can result in serious ir_jury to the operator or others. Refer to "Guard Ag_i_t Blade Thrust". 12 • When using the trimmer_ead, do not run the en- gine at a higher speed than necessary. The cutting line
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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 ma
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c. Mak_sure the blade is properly installed A. BLADE SAFETY and securely fastened. Refer to _'Assembly." 1. OPERATOR SAFETY d. Be sure the blade stops turning when the a. Always wear a safety face shield or gog. engine idles. See "Trouble Shooting Chart." gles. See "Accessories," e. Make carburetor adjustments with the b. Always wear heavy, long pants, long lower end supported to prevent the blade sleeves, boots, gloves and safet_y leg from contacting any object. Hold tool by guards. See Accesso
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4. MAINTAIN CONTROL a. Use the shoulder strap and keep a firm c. E:e .ep the blade below waist level. It willbe gri'p o.n _ne tool .with both h andL A prop- earner to maintain control of the tool. erly .adjustea snoulder strap will support the d. Do not raise the engind above your waist weightofthetool, free'mgyourarms andhands as the blade can come dangerously close to tocontroland guidethecuttingmotion. your body. b. Keep feet c omi'ortabl_ spread apart and e. Do not swing the tool with such f
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c. Always wear heavy, long pants, boots, and e. Be sure trimmer head stops turning when en- gloves. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals, gine idles. See "Carburetor Adjustments." • short pants, jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing fo Make carburetor adjustments with the drive withlooselyhangingstraps,ties,tassels, etc.; shaft housing supported to prevent the trim- theycan be caughtinmoving parts.Secure mer line from contacting any object. hairsoitisaboveshoulderlength:Beingfully g. Keep others aw
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• "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. 3 Inches • Formowingorsweeping, usefull throttlefor Above :,_ Tip of the Line a good clean job. Ground, Does the CUtting SCALPING I A WARNING j Always wear eye protection. Never lean ov
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The aluminum line saver can become_- e, Follow ':Installing Spool with Lin.e," steps worn during use. After a groove is worn "e i " into line saver, remove it from trimmez: head, turn If the line breaks off or backs up in the trim- it.upside down, and reinstall it (with" spool re- mer head, follow "Installing Snool' w/Line" moved) to provide a new wear surface. steps a.-d. Pull slack m hne until the hne is tightly wound on the spool, leaving 4-6 inches of I A WAJaNmG [ extended line. Continue wi
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ii iiiii i ii i ]llllii II I IIII 1111111111 TIJIII IIIIII III I I II I ACCESSORIES In i ii ii IIIIIINIWllllmIWIUWIIHI i Nil ii Hllm I The following accessories are available through Sears Retail Stores, Catalog, Outlets or Service Centers. STOCK NO. ITEM Safety Face Shield ........... , ...................................................... 9-18613 Safety Goggles......:...... ........................................................ 9-1859 2-Cycle Engine Oil ......... ,.. .......................
