Maintenance Schedule - Craftsman WEEDWACKER 358.796121 Instruction Manual

Scalping
SWEEPING - The fanning action of the
rotating line can be used to blow away
loose debris from an area. Keep the line
parallel to and above the area surface
and swing the tool from side to side.
Sweeping
MOWING - Your trimmer is ideal for
mowing in places conventional lawn
mowers cannot reach. In the mowing
position, keep the line parallel to the
ground. Avoid pressing the head into
the ground as this can scalp the
ground and damage the tool.
Mowing
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
,_LWARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance
except for carburetor adjustments.
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK
Check for loose fasteners and parts
Check for damaged or worn parts
Check engine oil level
Inspect and clean unit and decals
Change engine oil
Service air filter
Inspect muffler and spark arresting screen
Replace spark plug
Replace fuel filter
Before After
Every Every
Use Use
8 Hours or
Every Season
50 Hours or
Every Season
Change oil after first 4 hours of use, then every 8 hours or every season, Change oil
every 4 hours when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures,
** Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present. Replace
air cleaner parts ifvery dirty.
GENERAL RECOMMEN DATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not
cover items that have been subjected
to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty,
the operator must maintain unit as
instructed in this manual. Various ad-
justments will need to be made peri-
odically to properly maintain your unit.
Some adjustments will need to be
made periodically to properly maintain
your unit. All adjustments in the SER-
VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of
this manual should be checked at
least once each season.
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