Craftsman 358.79103 Maintenance Schedule, Check for Loose Fasteners and Parts

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Trimming..

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3 inches (8 era)

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above ground

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SCALPING - The scalping technique

removes unwanted vegetation clown to the ground. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 3 in. (8 cm) above

the ground and at an angle. Allow the tip of the line to strike the ground around trees, posts, monuments, etc. This technique increases line wear.

Scalping

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 II

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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.

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MOWING - Your trimmer is ideal for

mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach. In the mowing

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance

except for carburetor

adjustments.

 

 

 

CARE

& MAINTENANCE

TASK

WHEN

TO PERFORM

Check for loose fasteners and parts

Before

each

use

 

 

 

Check for damaged or worn parts

Before

each

use

 

 

 

Inspect

and clean unit and labels

After each use

Clean

air filter

 

Every 5 hours of operation

 

 

 

Inspect muffler and spark arresting screen Every 50 hours of operation

Replace spark plug

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.

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

Spark Plug Boot

Air Filter

Housing Screws

Assist Handle Screw

Debris Shield

Yearly

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR

WORN PARTS

Contact Sears Service Center for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.

ON/OFF Switch - Ensure ON/OFF

switch functions properly by moving the switch to the OFF position. Make sure engine stops; then restart en- gine 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 LA-

BELS

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.

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Contents Operators Manual 545082940 9/12/06Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL WarrantyStatement StorageOneyear Full Warranty on Craftsman GAS Weedwacker 4WARNING This power unit can be dangerousOperator Safety Transporting and Storage Unit / Maintenance SafetyFuel Safety Blowernacuum Safety Line Trimmer SafetyEdger Safety Maycontaintoxicmaterials Brushcutter SafetySafety Barbecuepits,ashtrays,etcCultivating Hedge Trimmer SafetyPole Pruner Safety If received as Snow Thrower SafetyBladesthatarebent,warped Crackedorbroken Iiiwarning Installingtrimmer Attach MentAdjusting the Handle Attaching ShieldBefore Starting Engine Be sure to readStarting a Cold Engine HOW to Stop Your UnitHOW to Start Your Unit Starting a Warm EngineOperating Instructions Convertible TM FeatureInstalling Optional Attach Operating PositionRight Trimmer Line AdvanceCutting Methods Check for Loose Fasteners and Parts Maintenance ScheduleInspect and Clean Unit and LA Bels Check for Damaged or Worn PartsInspect Muffler and Spark Arresting Screen Cleanair FilterLine Replacement Replace Spark PlugSeasonal Storage Carburetor AdjustmentIdle Speed Adjustment Fuel SystemCause Remedy Troubleshooting TableEngine Your Warranty Rights What is Covered Repair orWarranty EmissionAdvertencia Manual DEL Informacion Usuario DE Seguridad DEL AparatSeguridad DEL Usuario Seguridad DEL Aparato Y EN EL MantenimientoSeguridad CON EL Combustible Transporte Y AlmacenamientoPara cada ac Seguridad AL RecortarGuridad Para Accesorios Opcional Seguridad AL Cortar BordesLa cuchilla si Seguridad AL Cortadora DE MalezasIladvertencia Inspeccione el Seguridad AL Podadora DE SE- TOSSeguridad AL Cultivador RamasNieve ManejelacuchillaolacadenaSeguridad AL Soplador AdvertenoiaMontaje Mantengaelrotorlimpiodebasuras. NuncalancenievehaciacaminosModelo Instalacion DE LA Accesorio DEL CortadoraAjuste DEL Mango Instalacion DE LA ProtectorGire Antes DE Poner EN Marcha EL Motor Palanca DEL ArrancadorAcoplador Abastecimiento DEL MotorGasolina,agitealrecipientebrevementePARA Arrancar CON Motor Gasolinaconelaceiteenlaproporci6nDe3,2onzasdeaceiteAdierael AntesdeabastecerelaparatoFuncion DE Craftsman Convertible Para Arrancar CON EL Motor CalienteArranque DE Motor Ahogado Acoplad Eje Superior Accesorio InferiorAvance DE LA LiNEA DE Corte Instrucciones DE USOSiempre USE Para Escalpar Metodos DE CorteCorrectoIncorrecto DE Mantenimiento Limpie EL Filtro DEL AireReemplazo DE LA Linea Inspeccione EL Silenciador Y LA Rejilla AntichispasEl silenciador Cambie LA BujiaMarcha Lenta Otros Estacional AlmacenajeSistema DE Combustible Tabla Diagnostica CausaSponsabilidad DE DEL Dueiio SUS Derechos Y ObligacionesCubierta DE Garantia DEL FAB Fecha DEL Comienza DE LA GABlar UNA Reclamacion Si cuen Racion DE Mantenimiento El