Craftsman 358.745511 manual

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    Instruction Manual 25cc/1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle 17 Inch Cutting Path / 0.080 In. Line GASOLINE WEEDWACKER ® Model No. 358.745511 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List • Espa_ol For Occasional Use Only _YL_) WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. For answers[...]

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    Warranty Statement 2 Storage 10 Safety Rules 2 Troubleshooting Chart 11 Assembly 4 Emissions Statement 11 Operation 5 Parts List 13 Maintenance 8 Spanish 15 Service & Adjustments 9 Parts and Ordering BackCover FULL ONE YEAI_.WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® GAS POWERED WEEDWACKER _ LINE TRIMMER For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsma[...]

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    If situations occur which are not cov- ered in this manual, use care and good judgment. If you need assis- tance, contact your Sears Service Center or call 1-800-235-5878. OPERATOR SAFETY • Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when operating, or performing main- tenance, on your unit (safety glasses are available).[...]

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    • Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, fur- naces, etc. • Store unit so line limiter blade can- not accidentally cause injury. The unit can be hung by the tube. • Store unit out of reach of children. SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibra- tions through pro[...]

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    KNOW YOUR TRIMMER READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Assist Handle Tube Muffler _ Throttle ON/STOP Trigger Switch Spark Plug Sta er ._- Choke Leve[...]

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    To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel system before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. Never use engine or carburetor clean- er products in the fuel tank or perma- nent damage may occur. See the STORAGE section for addition-[...]

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    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS It is recommended that the engine not be operated for longer than 1 minute at full throttle. OPERATING POSITION ALWAYS WEAR: l_y "e Long Pants Protection Heavy Shoes To advance line: • Operate the engine at full throttle. • Hold the trimmer head parallel to and above the grassy area. • Tap the bottom of the trimmer[...]

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    also can cut the tender bark of trees or shrubs and scar fences. To help avoid damage especially to delicate vegetation or trees with tender bark, shorten line to 4 - 5 inches (10 - 13 cm) and use at less than full throttle. • For trimming or scalping, use less than full throttle to increase line life and decrease head wear, especially: • Durin[...]

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    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 [...]

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    8, Push the line into the notch, leaving 3 to5 inches ( 7 - 12 cm) unwound. 9, Insert the line into the exit hole in the hub as shown in the illustration, 10, _ig.,n the notch with the line exit 11, Push spool into hub until it snaps into place. 12, Pull the line extending outside ofthe hub torelease itfrom the notch. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT _ WARNIN[...]

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    OTHER ° Do not store gasoline from one sea- son to another. * Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust. TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE _ WARNING: Always stop unit and discennect spark plug before perform- mg all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit. TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not 1. Engine flooded[...]

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    ER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any emissions related part on your engine (as listed under Emissions Control War- ranty Parts List) is defective or a defect in the materials or workmanship of the engine causes the failure of such an emission related part, the part will be repaired or replaced by Sears. OWN- ER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILI- TIES: As[...]