Craftsman WEEDWACKER 358.745510 Instruction Manual page 9

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact Sears Service Center for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
• ON/STOP Switch - Ensure ON/STOP
switch functions properly by pushing
and releasing the switch. Make sure
engine stops. Wait 5 seconds be-
fore attempting to restart unit to al-
low switch to reset. Restart engine
and continue.
• Fuel Tank - Discontinue use of unit
if fuel tank shows signs of damage
or leaks.
• Debris Shield - Discontinue use of
unit if debris shield is damaged.
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS
• After each use, inspect complete
unit for loose or damaged parts.
Clean the unit and labels using a
damp cloth with a mild detergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine per-
formance and increases fuel consump-
tion and harmful emissions. Always
clean after every 5 hours of operation.
1. Clean the cover and the area
around it to keep dirt from falling into
the carburetor chamber when the
cover is removed.
2. Remove parts as illustrated.
NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard
or producing harmful evaporative
emissions, do not clean filter in gaso-
line or other flammable solvent.
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.
4. AIIowfilter to dry.
5. Add a few drops of oil to the filter;
squeeze the filter to distribute oil.
6. Replace parts.
_S _Filter
Cover
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK
ARRESTING SCREEN
_WARNING: The muffler on this
product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer.
As your unit is used, carbon deposits
build up on the muffler and spark ar-
resting screen. For normal homeown-
er use, however, the muffler and spark
arresting screen will not require any
service. After 50 hours of use, we rec-
ommend that your muffler be serviced
or replaced by your Sears Service
Center.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace the spark plug each year to
ensure the engine starts easier and
runs better. Set spark plug gap at
0.025 inch. Ignition timing is fixed and
nonadjustable.
1, Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder
and discard,
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y
spark plug and tighten securely with
a 3/4 inch socket wrench,
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
REPLACING THE LINE
1. Push and release the engine
ON/STOP switch.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
3. Remove spool by firmly pulling on
tap button.
4. Clean entire surface of hub and
spool.
5. Replace with pre-wound spool, or
cut a length of 20 feet of 0.080"
(2 mm) diameter Craftsman®
brand line.
_1_WARNING: Never use wire,
rope, string, etc., which can break off
and become a dangerous missile.
6. Insert one end of line about 1/2
inch (1 cm) into the small hole on
the inside of the spool.
7. Wind line evenly and tightly onto
spool. Wind in the direction of the
arrow on the spool.
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Hub
Line exit hole