•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 prolonged use of gaso- line powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or ab- normal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An anti- vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Us-
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol-
lowing list,
Model 358.745511
•Trimmer
•Shield
•Wing Nut (screwed onto shield)
•Wall Mount Bracket
•Container of Oil
Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find parts missing or damaged, call
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: If received as-
sembled, repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly assembled and all fasteners are secure.
ADJUSTING THE HANDLE
ers who operate power tools on a con- tinual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is
equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of Cali- fornia Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S.
forest land and the states of California, idaho. Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington require by law that many internal combustion en- igines be equipped with a spark arrest- ng screen. If you operate in a locale
where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for maintaining the operating condition of these parts.
Failure to do so is a violation of the law. For normal homeowner use, the muffler and spark arresting screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that your muffler be serviced or replaced by your Sears Service Center.
2.Rotate the handle on the tube to an
upright position; retighten wing nut.
ATTACHING SHIELD
i_ WARNING: The shield must bo
properly installed. The shield provides partial protection from the risk of thrown
objects to the operator and others and is equipped with a line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the proper length. The line limiter blade (on under- side of shield) is sharp and can cut you. For proper orientation of shield, see KNOW YOURTRIMMER illustration in OP- ERATIONsection.
1.Remove wing nut from shield.
2.insert bracket into slot as shown.
3.Pivot shield until bolt passes through hole in bracket.
4.Securely tighten wing nut onto bolt.
Slot
Shield % /
Bracket
_,WARNING: | When adjusting the |
| |
handle, be sure | it remains | between | Wing |
the trigger and the safety | label. | Nut | |
1. Loosen wing nut on handle.
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