Assembly; Carton Contents; Adjust And Secure The Handlebar; Assembly Of Shoulder Strap - Craftsman BRUSHWACKER 358.795180 Instruction Manual

CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton c ontents against the fol-
lowing list.
Model 358.795180
• Brushcutter
• Blade Shield Screws (4)
• Cupped Washer
• Large Nut for installing Blades
• Hex Wrench
• Metal Shield
• Plastic Shield
• Shoulder Strap with Warning
• 4-Point Weed Blade
• 8-Point Weed Blade
• Trimmer Head (assembled on unit)
• Handlebar (assembled on unit)
• Wing Nut (screwed onto shield)
• Container of line
• Container of oil
Examine parts for damage. Do not
use damaged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find
parts missing or damaged, call
1-800-235-5878.
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in
the empty fuel tank.
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is
normal due to carburetor adjustments
and testing done by the manufacturer.
ASSEMBLY
_WARNING: Always stop unit
and disconnect spark plug before per-
forming any assembly procedures.
,_LWARNING: If received as-
sembled, repeat all steps to ensure
your unit is properly assembled and all
fasteners are secure.
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Hex Wrench (provided)
• Adjustable Wrench
ADJUST AND SECURE THE HAN-
DLEBAR
DANGER: To avoid serious inju-
ry, the barrier portion of the handlebar
must be adjusted and remain installed
as shown to provide a barrier between
operator and the spinning blade. The
handlebar clamp must be positioned
between the arrows on the handlebar
decal.
1. Lift handlebar to upright position.
Handlebar
2,
Rotate handlebar/clamp counter-
clockwise toward engine until
clamp falls into groove of base.
Handlebar
Handlebar
Clamp ',,
Clamp
Base
3. Place the handlebar in a comfort-
able position.
4. Retighten handlebar by turning
clamp knob clockwise until handle-
bar is secure and stationary in
clamp base (clamp knob can not
be overtightened).
ASSEMBLY OF SHOULDER STRAP
WARNING: Proper shoulder
strap and handlebar adjustments are
required before starting the engine.
1. Try on shoulder strap and adjust for
fit and balance before starting the
engine or beginning a cutting opera-
tion.
2. Insert your right arm and head
through the shoulder strap and al-
low it to rest on your left shoulder.
Make sure the danger sign is on
your back and the hook is to the
right side of your waist.
NOTE: A one-half twist is built in the
shoulder strap to allow the strap to rest
flat on the shoulder.
3. Adjust the strap, allowing the hook
to be about 6 inches below the
waist.
4. Fasten the strap hook to the clamp
located between the trigger handle
and the handlebar clamp base and
lift the tool to the operating position.