Craftsman 316.791841 Operator's Manual page 3

• Be sure the cutting 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.
See Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose intended.
• Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance.
• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a firm grip on both
the front and rear handle or grips.
• Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all moving parts. Do not touch
or try to stop the cutting attachment when it is rotating.
• Do not touch the engine or muffler. These parts get extremely hot from
operation and will remain hot for a short time after turning off the unit.
• 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 striking or becoming 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.
• Stop and switch the engine to off for maintenance, repair, or for changing the
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.
• READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:
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:
Thrown objects and loud noise can cause
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
• Use only original equipment manufacturer replacement parts and accessories
• Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials. They may become lodged
• To reduce fire hazard, replace faulty muffler and spark arrestor. Keep the
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
• Never store the unit, with fuel in the tank, inside a building where fumes may
• Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting. Be sure to secure the
• Store the unit in a dry area, locked up or up high to prevent unauthorized use
• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep handles dry,
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to instruct other
• SAFETY & INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS •
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cutting attachment or other attachments.
for this unit. These are available from Sears or other authorized service dealer.
Use of any unauthorized parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to
the user, or damage to the unit, and void the warranty.
between the cutting attachment and shield.
engine and muffler free from grass, leaves or other debris.
reach an open flame or spark.
unit while transporting.
or damage. Keep out of the reach of children.
clean and free from debris. Clean after each use. See the Cleaning and
Storage instructions.
users. If loaning someone this unit, also loan them these instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SYMBOL MEANING
• DO NOT USE E85 FUEL IN THIS UNIT
WARNING:
greater than 15% ethanol will likely damage this engine and
void the warranty.
• THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN
CAUSE SEVERE INJURY
WARNING:
Small objects can be propelled at high
speed, causing injury. Keep away from the rotating rotor.
• KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
WARNING:
Keep all bystanders, especially children and
pets, at least 50 feet (15 m.) from the operating area.
• HOT SURFACE
WARNING:
Do not touch a hot engine. These parts get
extremely hot from operation and may cause severe burns.
When the unit is turned off the engine will 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:
prevent serious injury, do not touch the line cutting blade.
It has been proven that fuel containing
Sharp blade on trimmer attachment shield. To