Craftsman WEEDWACKER 358.796190 Operator's Manual
Craftsman WEEDWACKER 358.796190 Operator's Manual

Craftsman WEEDWACKER 358.796190 Operator's Manual

24cc/1.46 cu.in. 2-cycle 17 inch cutting path gasoline weedwacker

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_R_'r=_rti_N°perat°r's
Manual
®
24cc/1.46
cu.in. 2-Cycle
17 Inch Cutting Path
GASOLINE WEEDWACKER
Model
No.
358.796190
II
WARNING:
•Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions
before first use of this product.
For answers to your questions about this product:
Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon-Sat;
Sun, t0 am-7 pm
1-800-235-5878
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
530087757
04/07'/99

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  • Page 1 _R_'r=_rti_N°perat°r's Manual ® 24cc/1.46 cu.in. 2-Cycle 17 Inch Cutting Path GASOLINE WEEDWACKER Model 358.796190 WARNING: •Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. For answers to your questions about this product: Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon-Sat; Sun, t0 am-7 pm 1-800-235-5878 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA...
  • Page 2 FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GAS POWERED WEEDWAGKER ® LINE TRIMMER For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Gas Powered Weedwacker® Line Trimmer is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the Operator's Manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in materials or workmanship.
  • Page 3 • Keep othem away when making car- equipped with a temperature limiting buretor adjustments. muffler and spark arresting screen • Use only recommended Craftsman which meets the requirements of Cali- fornia Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. accessories and replacement parts.
  • Page 4: Attaching The Handle

    legally responsible for instelling and tion of the law. Contact your Sears maintaining the operating condition of Service Center for the correct parts, these parts, Failure to do so is a v_o!a- • CARTON CONTENTS • Assemble handle to the unit as shown; make sure bottom of handle is seated Check carton contents against the fol- in the groove in the trigger housing.
  • Page 5 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil. We recommend Craftsman brand oil. To avoid engine problems,empty fuel Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40:1 system before storagefor 30 days or (A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing 3.2...
  • Page 6 HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT could require puIllngthe starter handle Push and hold the engine stop switch many times depending on how badly in the STOP or OFF position until the the unit is flooded. unit has fully stopped. If the unit still doesn't start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING chart or call STARTING YOUR ENGINE...
  • Page 7: Cutting Methods

    Hold the trimmer head parallel to and or trees with tender bark, shorten line above the grassy area. to 4-5 in. (10-13 cm} and use at less • Tap the bottom of the tdmmer head than fulf throttle. lightly on the ground one time. Ap- •...
  • Page 8 SWEEPING - The fanning action of EDGING - The Twist-N-Edge feature rotating line can be used for a quick allows for easy edging of sidewalks, and easy clean up. Keep line parallel patios, driveways, etc. Adjust trimmer to and above the surfaces being swept to the edging position.Allow only the and move the tool from side to side.
  • Page 9: Replace S Park Plug

    • Replace with a pre-wound spool, or tance or are unsure about performing cut a length of 20 feet of .080" (2 mm) diameter Craftsman ® Pro Trim- this procedure, call t-800-235-5878. mer line. Never use wire, rope, Old fuel, a dirty air filter, a dirty fuel fil-...
  • Page 10: Adjusting Procedure

    CARBURETOR PRESETS No further adjustments are necessary if performance is satisfactory. When making carburetor preset adjust- merits, do not force plastic limiter caps Mixture Adjustment "H" beyond stops or damage will occur. DO NOT operate engine at full throttle If carburetor presets are not needed, for prolonged periods while making ad- proceed to "Adjusting Procedure, Idle justments.
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    ENGINE nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam- • Remove spark plug and pour I tea- aged, broken, or worn parts. spoon of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air • At the beginning of the next season, cooled) through the spark plug opera use only fresh fuel having the proper ing.
  • Page 12 YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND sponsible for presenting your lawn and OBLIGATIONS: The U. S. Enviren- garden equipment engine to a SEARS mental Protection Agency/California authorized repair center as soon as a Air Resources Board and SEARS, problem exists. Warranty repairs ROEBUCK AND CO., USA are should be completed in a reasonable pleased to explain the emissions con-...
  • Page 13 parts caused by the use of add-on or placement part used in the perfor- modifiedparts. HOW TO FILE A mance of any warranty maintenance CLAIM: tf you have any questions re- or repair on emission related parts will garding your warranty rights and re- be provided without charge to the own- sponsibilities, you should contact your er if the part is under warranty.
  • Page 14: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS SEARS MODEL 358.795190 WARNING 21 25 All repak_ adju_sqLrnentsand maintenance not _mcdbed Tn _e operator's Manual must be performed by quali- fied _'tce personnel. Ref. part N_ Ref. Part No. Description Descflptlon 530053613 Drive Sh_ 71-85816 Spool w/line 530016179 Screw-Thrott{e Hsg.
  • Page 15 'REPAIR PARTS 1718 ReL Part No_ Ref. Part NO. De.scdptlon Part Desc_pt_on Description Re£ "53004_86 530036577 Muffle_ Cover M_fflfer KJ! -Starter Sp._ng Screw 29. ' 5.30053500 Iv_ff]er _fis-Ex_c (Incl. 27-31) 530053499 Ret_n_r-PulJey Muffler Baffle-First 5300"_4347 Fuel Cap Assy. 530015880 Screw 5..'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'._016197 Muffler S_ng ! 58.
  • Page 16 illll REPAIR PARTS ill lliHlll Carburetor As_emb!y Kit Number #53{)069990 -W/t_230 Ref. Part NO. Description 530038404 Urn;tar Cap 53006_842 Carburetor Reip_r 530069844 Gasket/Diaphragm...

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