Craftsman WEEDWACKER 316.791860 Operator's Manual page 3

• This unit has a clutch. The trimmer attachment remains stationary
when the engine is idling. If it does not, take the unit to a Sears or
other qualified service dealer for an adjustment.
• Adjust the D-handle to your size in order to provide the best grip.
• Be sure the trimmer attachment is not in contact with anything
before starting the unit.
• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position whenever
pulling the starter rope. The operator and unit must be in a stable
position while starting. Refer to Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for its intended purpose.
• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a firm
grip on both handles or grips.
• Keep hands, face, and feet away from all moving parts. Do not
touch or try to stop the trimmer attachment when it rotates.
• Do not touch the engine, gear housing or muffler. These parts get
extremely hot from operation, even after the unit is turned off.
• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to cut, trim
or edge. Do not run the engine at high speed when not cutting.
• Always stop the engine when cutting is delayed or when walking
from one cutting location to another.
• If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the engine
immediately and check for damage. Do not operate before repairing
damage. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
• Turn the engine to off and disconnect the spark plug for
maintenance or repair.
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's
manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.
SYMBOL MEANING
• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in
conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
• WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Read the operator's manual(s) and follow all warnings
and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in
serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
• WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING:
severe eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye protection
meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989 standards and ear protection when
operating this unit. Use a full face shield when needed.
• UNLEADED FUEL
Always use clean, fresh unleaded fuel
• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
ON / START / RUN
• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
OFF or STOP
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
• SAFETY & INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS •
Thrown objects and loud noise can cause
• Use only replacement parts or accessories recommended for this
tool that are distributed by Sears or a Craftsman outlet. Use of
any replacement parts or accessories purchased elsewhere may
be hazardous, and will also void your warranty.
• Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials. They may
become lodged between the trimmer attachment and shield.
• To reduce fire hazard, replace a faulty muffler and spark arrestor.
Keep the engine and muffler free from grass, leaves, excessive
grease or carbon build up.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
• Never store the unit with fuel in the tank, inside a building where
fumes may reach an open flame (pilot lights, etc.) or sparks
(switches, electrical motors, etc.).
• Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting. Be sure to
secure the unit while transporting.
• Store the unit in a dry place, secured or at a height to prevent
unauthorized use or damage. Keep out of the reach of children.
• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from debris. Clean after each use, see
Cleaning and Storage instructions (p. 11).
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to
instruct other users. If you loan this unit to others, also loan them
these instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SYMBOL MEANING
• THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN
CAUSE SEVERE INJURY
WARNING:
speed, causing injury. Keep away from the rotating rotor.
• KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
WARNING:
and pets, at least 50 feet (15 m.) from the operating area.
• HOT SURFACE WARNING
Do not touch a hot muffler or cylinder. You may get
burned. These parts get extremely hot from operation.
When turned off they remain hot for a short time.
• OIL
Refer to operator's manual for the proper type of oil.
• PRIMER BULB
Push primer bulb, fully and slowly, 10 times.
• SHARP BLADE
WARNING:
To prevent serious injury, do not touch the line cutting blade.
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Small objects can be propelled at high
Keep all bystanders, especially children
Sharp blade on trimmer attachment shield.