Craftsman 358.792442 Offeelingthefingers,hands,or, Installing Brushcutter AT Tachment

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changeinskincolorortexture,orloss

offeelingthefingers,hands,or

joints,discontinuetheuseofthistool andseekmedicalattentionAnanti.- vibrationsystemdoesnotguarantee theavoidanceoftheseproblems.

CARTON CONTENTS

Check carton contents against the fol-

lowing list.

Model 358.792442

Brushcutter attachment

Handlebar

Handlebar mounting bracket for 1" (2.5 cm) shaft

Handlebar mounting bracket for 7/8" (2.2 cm) shaft

Bracket cover (2)

Shoulder strap

Upper shoulder strap clamp

Lower shoulder strap clamp (with spacer tabs)

Handlebar bracket screws (4)

Shoulder strap clamp screws (2)

4-point weed blade (assembled on brushcutter attachment)

Large nut for installing blade

Retaining washer

Cupped washer

Metal shield (assembled on brush- cutter attachment)

Trimmer head

Plastic shield

Wing nut (screwed onto plastic shield)

Attachment Hanger

Hex Wrench

Container of line

Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts.

NOTE: If you need assistance or find that parts are missing or damaged, call 1-800-235-5878.

ASSEMBLY

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4I_WARNING:

If received assembled,

repeat all steps to ensure your unit is

properly assembled and all fasteners are secure.

A hex wrench (provided) is required for assembly.

INSTALLING BRUSHCUTTER AT-

TACHMENT

CAUTION: When removing or instal- ling attachments, place the unit on a flat surface for stability.

Userswhooperatepowertoolsona continualandregularbasismustmoni- torcloselytheirphysicalconditionand theconditionofthistool.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

1.Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise.

Coupler

LOOSEN

TIGHTEN Knob

2.Remove the shaft cap from the brushcutter attachment (if present).

3.Position locking/release button of attachment into guide recess of coupler.

4.Push the attachment into the cou- pler until the locking/release button snaps into the primary hole.

5.Before using the unit, tighten the

knob securely by turning clock- wise.

Coupler Primary Hole

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Make sure the lock-

ing/release button is locked in the pri- mary hole and the knob is securely tightened before operating the unit.

HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY

DANGER: RISK OF CUT. To avoid

serious injury, the barrier portion of the handlebar must be installed as shown

on the upper shaft of the powerheed to provide a barrier between operator and the spinning blade. Attach handlebar mounting bracket above arrow on safety warning decal on the upper shaft powerhead end of unit). Ensure hand ebar s post oned on mount ng bracket at the end of the arrow on the handlebar decal.

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Contents Brushcutter Attachment Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL Full ONE Year Warranty on Craftsman Brushcutter AttachmentAlways Wear Operator SafetyFuel Safety UNIT/MAINTENANCE SafetyCutting Safety KeephandlesfreeofoilandfuelOffeelingthefingers,hands,or Installing Brushcutter AT TachmentHandlebar Assembly Powerhead END Attachment Shoulder Strap AssemblyHandlebar Screw Lower Shoulder StrapTobeabout6inchesbelowthe Waist Configuring Your UnitTrimmer Head InchesRemovethescrewdriver TrimmerHead Retaining WasherRemovewingnutfromshield VvGearboxGearbox Installthebladenutbythreading ontotheshaftcounterclockwiseSemblystepsareinthepartsbag Leavethedustcupontheshaft358.792402 Know Your Brushcutter Attachment358.792421 Blade ShieldInstalling Attachment Hanger Installing Optional ATTACH- MentOperating Position Always Wear Cutting MethodsScalping TrimmingWing SweepingRecommended Cutting Position Line Replacement Care and Maintenance TaskBlade Maintenance GeneralrecommendationsPerform the following Blade ReplacementSeasonal Storage Replacing the Cutting Head