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gines b eequipped with aspark a rres-
torscreen. Ifyou operate inalocale
where s uch regulations
exist, you are
legally responsible
forinstalling and
maintaining
the operating
condition of
these p arts. Failure todosoisaviola-
tion oflaw. C ontact a Sears Service
Center forthe correct parts.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
Exposure
to
vibrations
through prolonged
use of
gasoline powered hand t ools c ould
cause b lood v essel ornerve d amage
inthe fingers, hands, and joints o f
people prone t ocirculation
disorders
orabnormal
swellings.
Prolonged
use
incold weather has been l inked to
blood v essel damage inotherwise
healthy people. Ifsymptoms
occur
such asnumbness,
pain, loss o f
strength, change inskin color ortex-
ture, orloss offeeling inthe fingers,
hands, orjoints, discontinue
the use of
this tool a nd seek m edical attention.
Ananti-vibration
system d oes n ot
guarantee
the avoidance
ofthese
problems.
Users who operate power
tools o nacontinual
and regular basis
must monitor closely their p hysical
condition and the condition ofthis tool.
CARTON
CONTENTS
Check carton c ontents against the fol-
lowing list.
Model 358.796280
• Trimmer
• Shield
• Wing Nut (screwed
onto shield)
• Container
of Oil
• Replacement
Spool
Examine parts for damage.
Do not
use damaged
parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance
or find
parts missing or damaged,
call
1-800-235-5878.
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in
the empty fuel tank.
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is
normal due to carburetor
adjustments
and testing done by the manufacturer.
ASSEMBLY
,_
WARNING:
If received
as-
sembled,
repeat all steps to ensure
your unit is properly assembled
and all
fasteners
are secure.
ADJUSTING
THE HANDLE
WARNING:
When adjusting
tile
handle, be sure it remains between
the trigger and the safety label.
• Loosen wing nut or knob on handle.
• Rotate the handle on the tube to an
upright position; retighten wing nut.
ATTACHING
SHIELD
WARNING:
The shield must be
properly installed. The shield provides
partial protection from the risk of thrown
objects to the operator and others and
is equipped with a line limiter which cuts
excess line to the proper length. The
line limiter (on underside of shield) is
sharp and can cut you. For proper
orientation, see illustration in OPERA-
TION section.
• Remove wing nut from shield.
• Insert bracket into slot as shown.
• Pivot shield until bolt passes through
hole in bracket.
• Securely
tighten wing nut onto bolt.
Slot
Shield
Bracket
Wing
Nut
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