Craftsman 358.799211 Operator's Manual page 11

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Bring the engine to cutting speed before entering
the material to be cut.
• Do not run the engine at a higher speed
than necessary. The cutting line will cut effi-
_hrottently when the engine is run at less than full
le. At lower speeds, there is less engine noise
and vibration. The cutting llne will last longer
and will be less likely to "weld" onto the spool.
• If the trimmer head does not turn when the
engine is in operation, make sure the tube is
properly seated in engine shrou& Refer to "As-
sembly-Tube."
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USING YOUR TRIMMER
• Alwa_s release the throttle trigger and al-
low the engine to return to idle speed when
not cutting.
• To stop engine:
• Release the throttle t_ggex.
• Push and hold down the momentery switch
until the engine has stopped completely.
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Face Boots
Shield
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(20 meter)
_._30_ _ Hazard Zone
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Semi-Automatic Trimmer Head
(see Accessory List for part number)
Replacement Parts
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WARNING- THROWS OBJECTS
The rapidly moving line causes objects to be
thrown violently. The shield will not provide
complete protection to the operator or others.
_e operator must wear a safety face
shield or goggles. Always wear heav_
longpants and boots. Keep others at Ieast
30 feet (10 meters) awa_
WARNING - HAZARDZONE
This tool will throw objects and cut. Keep oth-
ers including children, animals, bystand-
ers end helpers at least 30 feet ( 10 meters)
away f_om 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
A. LINE TRIMMER SAFETY
1. OPERATOR SAFETY
a. Always wear safety eye protection.
b. Always wear long pants, boots, and gloves,
Wearing safety leg guards is recommended.
See _Accessories. _Do not go barefoot or wear
sand_, jewelry, s hortpants, loose clothing, or
clot l _ng with loosely hanging ties, straps, or
tassels; theycan be-caughtin moving parts.
c. Securehairso itisabove shoulderlength.
d. Do notoperatethis unltwhenyou aretired, ill,
or under the influenceof alcohol, drugs,or
medication.
e. Do notswing theunitwith such force thatyou
are in danger oflosing your balance.
f. Never start or run the engine inside a closed
room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes
can kiil.
g. Keep handlesfreeofoiland fuel.
2. TOOL SAFETY
a, Look forand replacedamaged or looseparts
beforeeach use. Look forand repairfuel leaks
beforeuse. Keep the unit in good working
condition.
b. Use only SEARS .080" diameter line. Never
use wire,rope, string, etc.
c. Make sure theunit isassembledcorrectly a s
listed i n this manual.
d. Make carburetor a_justmentswith the lower
end supported to prevent the trimmer line
from contacting anyobject.
e. Keep othersawaywhen making carburetor a d-
justments.
f. Use onlySEARS accessories orattachmentsas
recommended.
3. C_G 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 thetrimmer head.
b. Always keep the engine on the right-hand
sideofyour body.
c. Hold the tool fLrmlywith both hands.
d. Kee_ firm footingand balance. Do not over-
rcaCIL
e. Keep the trimmer head below waistlevel.
f. Do not raise the engineaboveyour waist.
g. When possible, c ut with the leftsideof the
trimmer head.
h. Keep allparts o fyourbody away from thetrim-
mer head and mufflerwhen engineisrunning.
i. Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
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